Tibetan Buddhist Altar

11/16/2021 Tuesday by Wangmo & Jampal

Theme: Feeding others, feeding yourself

There is a strong emphasis on giving and nurturing through food offerings and generosity. What comes around goes around and even though it’s a stretch to give you will feel the benefits. Your physical energy is stronger today and new ideas are being born out of adversity. Deep emotions bubble beneath the surface: find time to acknowledge and let these strong feelings go. Commit not a single unwholesome action, Cultivate a wealth of virtue, Tame completely this mind of ours-This is the teaching of the buddhas.~The Buddha

The Moon is Void of Course today between EDT 10.51 am and 9:18 pm. Avoid starting new projects, making new purchases, planning big events or signing contracts. Take time for inner reflection and self-care.

11/14/2021 Sunday by Jampal & Wangmo

Theme: Anger and Freedom

Mars is now opposed to Uranus which can have multiple effects. We may lash out at people who have held us back in the past. This energy may also come at us from others. Also we may start to break free from circumstances that have held us back. If we suppress the energy for change we could have a physical problem come forward and require surgery. Be careful with driving and machinery during this time. The Moon enters Aries in the middle of the day, which adds to our fiery spirit for action. If the people in your circle aren’t contributing to your growth, then you are not in a circle… you’re in a cage. ~Kianu Starr

The Moon is void of course from 12:41 am until 10:49 am. Avoid making big decisions during this time period.

11/13/2021 Saturday by Jampal & Wangmo

Theme: Less Feisty but Overextended

As Mercury separates from Mars we are able to see other’s points of views more easily. Mars is still challenged by Saturn for a few more days, requiring us to be patient and find healthy outlets for our frustration. For a week the Sun is at cross purpose to Jupiter. Jupiter bring beneficial energy and generosity but we can take on too much. The other main pitfall is self-righteousness. This continues to be a strong opportunity for spiritual deepening. How do you cultivate compassion? The first step is to open your eyes and look at the nature of suffering. ~Jetsunma Ahkon Lhamo

11/12/2021 Friday by Jampal & Wangmo

Theme: Electric Energy

Mercury, our thought and communication, is highly charged for a few days as it opposes Uranus, a higher octave of Mercury. Our minds will move very fast, which can lead to careless mistakes. Mercury is also tied in with Mars, Saturn and Venus today, which adds to the intensity. The Moon has entered Pisces for a few days, which boosts our potential for mystical experience, and compassionate action. Mars, the male principle, is in a harmonious relationship with Venus, the female principle, for 3 weeks. This supports the formation of new relationships and financial gain. Procrastination isn’t the problem. It’s the solution. It’s the universe’s way of saying stop, slow down, you move too fast. ~Ellen DeGeneres

11/11/2021 Thursday by Jampal & Wangmo

Theme: The Eye of the Hurricane 

There continues to be a lot of difficult energy that can be very frustrating. Small crises come up in the first half of the day. Then our mood improves thanks to the Moon, our emotions, uniting with Jupiter, expansive and generous energy. But we must continue to be very patient and slow in order to achieve our goals. The eye of the hurricane is the spiritual connection between the Sun and Neptune. For the next few days this is both a time to work with a selfless, compassionate motivation, and to pray and meditate. Yes, the Dharma is difficult. Any path that promises to lead to enlightenment has to be difficult because it’s a long way from here. ~Jetsunma Ahkon Norbu Lhamo

11/10/2021 Wednesday by Wangmo & Jampal

Theme: Working within constraints

Today you can be an effective worker by acknowledging the constraints you’re under and doing the best you can in the circumstances. Discipline helps you navigate challenges with situations and people that may appear to be a cross-purposes with you. Acknowledging the depths of difficulty can also free-up your perspective. There will be inevitable moments today where you put your foot in your mouth – but equally you can be persuasive in arguing your case. It’s a good day for debate and investigation. In the company of others, guard your speech; Whenever you are alone, guard your mind.~Atisha

11/9/2021 Tuesday by Wangmo & Jampal

Theme: Emotional clarity

With the Moon passing over Pluto today you will have emotional insights and clarity. Transformation can happen in differently shaping shaping our responses . The feeling of having little room to move,  combined with not feeling fully supported, is evident. Keeping your eye on the goal helps steer you towards the light. The answer lies within ourselves. If we can’t find peace and happiness there, it’s not going to come from outside.~Jetsunma Tenzin Palmo

The Moon is Void of Course today between EDT 12.51 pm and 10:03 pm. Avoid starting new projects, making new purchases, planning big events or signing contracts. Take time for inner reflection and self-care.

11/8/2021 Monday by Wangmo & Jampal

Theme: Energizer

Today you have more energy and focus to get things done. You also deal with the unexpected in better ways. The old adversaries of Mars and Saturn bring difficulty for everyone making it even more important to be prepared for adversity. With Venus and the Moon in Capricorn there is resilience and fortitude. And always with Scorpio Sun there is the ‘never give up’ philosophy that sustains us at this time. No matter how dark the world may seem, We must be beacons of light. No matter how grave the world’s deceit, We must be ones who do right.~17th Karmapa, Ogyen Trinley Dorje

11/7/2021 Sunday by Jampal & Wangmo

Theme: Achievement or a Fight

In addition to Mars being challenged by Saturn, Mercury is uniting with Mars for the next week. Especially with those two planets in Scorpio, we have an even greater ability to think sharply and accomplish a lot. But we can also spoil for a fight or receive that energy from someone else. The Moon is our friend today. In the first half of the day we are generous and good hearted, and late in the day we are social and inclined to indulge. The supreme art of war is to subdue the enemy without fighting. ~Sun Tzu