Tibetan Buddhist Altar

10/9/2021 Saturday by Jampal & Wangmo

Theme: Feeling Good

With the Moon and Venus united in Sagittarius, we are in the mood for enjoying ourselves. This good feeling starts around lunch time. We are drawn to our past, and past habits. We can look to others for support in going in a new direction within our minds. Continue to cooperate with others, in order to achieve as much as possible. Hang in there because Saturn is going to stop being retrograde in two days. Take a step back, evaluate what is important, and enjoy life. ~Teri Garr

the Moon is void of course from 2:06 am until 11:25 am EDT. Wait on making big decisions during this time period.

10/8/2021 Friday by Jampal & Wangmo

Theme: Subjectivity

Twice every 4 months Mercury, our thinking, and the Sun, our sense of purpose, unite. For the next 3 days we are able to focus our energy in a stronger way, but we are less able to see objectively. Pluto is the first of the 6 retrograde planets to move forward again. Let’s use this strong but often subconscious energy constructively. It is time to reform any structures that are not functioning well. It is a good time to work in partnership. Be careful in the first half of the day. Emotions run high then. The person with an itch can’t understand why everyone’s not scratching. ~Marty Rubin

10/6/2021 Wednesday by Wangmo & Jampal

Theme: Identifying causes

With all the Libran energy continuing today it’s an opportunity to see all the different components that make up conflict and address those causes. While Libra, as a sign, maybe conflict averse it’s also very good at smoothing troubled waters.  With Mercury retrograde there is a slowing down of the the pace in which processes can get resolved. Chiron opposite the Sun encourages more insight into personal hindrances to your own development. Don’t you imagine the leaves dream now, how comfortable it will be to touch the earth instead of the nothingness of the air and the endless freshnets of wind?~Mary OIiver

10/5/2021 Tuesday by Wangmo & Jampal

Theme: Maintaining balance

As the Moon moves into Libra joining the Sun, the emphasis is on finding connection and harmony in relationships and the world around you. Being risk averse Libra also seeks to downplay conflict. Libran energy seeks to find a balance which is a process of weighing up the pros and cons of each situation. There is a heightened focus on beauty in all its manifestations whether in structures, art or nature. Form is emptiness, emptiness is form.~Heart Sutra

The Moon is Void of Course today between EDT 4.46 am and 8:41 am. Avoid starting new projects, making new purchases, planning big events or signing contracts. Take time for inner reflection and self-care.

10/4/2021 Monday by Wangmo & Jampal

Theme: Tidying up and pinpointing details

With the Moon in Virgo, it’s a time to enjoy the earth, and it’s also an opportunity to deal with the small things that often get put to one side.  The Sun in Libra brings more social interaction with others. With Mars close by the Sun a balanced and beneficial physical plan aids your health and well being. Just remember not to impose your will but rather, see how things play out. ‘…we have to cultivate qualities which in themselves cannot be cultivated unless we are faced with challenges.~Jetsunma Tenzin Palmo

10/3/2021 Sunday by Jampal & Wangmo

Theme: Cleaning and Organizing

The Moon has moved into Virgo for 3 days. It is time to clean up the creative expression efforts of the Moon having been in Leo, and to organize and analyze the details of our lives. Mercury is moving backwards faster for the next week. Retreat, contemplation, and research are the favored activities. Activities involving communications between multiple people are prone to misunderstandings. Physical activity is a particularly good outlet as the Sun unites closer with Mars. Our house is clean enough to be healthy, and dirty enough to be happy. ~Unknown

the Moon is void of course until 4:39 am. It is best to avoid this time in making big decisions.

10/2/2021 Saturday by Jampal & Wangmo

Theme: Disoriented and Creative

Neptune, the planet which dissolves the ego, is at the apex of a yod with the Moon and Mercury for much of the day. If we can be both mentally flexible and grounded, we can be very creative. It is best to be patient and calm when communicating. The Moon in the apex of another yod formation (with Neptune and Pluto) reinforces our intuition and sensitivity today. Take the solitude time that you need. This is a fine day for prayer and meditation. We need to begin to stabilize the mind by sensing the difference between our nature and our conceptualizations… ~Jetsunma Ahkon Norbu Lhamo

The Moon is void of course from 7:44 pm until 4:35 am the next day. It is best to avoid this time in making important decisions.

10/1/2021 Friday by Jampal & Wangmo

Theme: Roaring Alone?

The Moon in Leo gives us needed inspiration, for a few days. However, it opposes Saturn for much of the day. The feelings of isolation and depression will lift in the evening. There can be peace in solitude, and even joy in working by one’s self today. We can be disciplined, but also indulgent, depending on which energy we draw on. I am a schizophrenic and so am I. ~Bob Wiley. We are also looking for passion in our relationships, but must continue to watch out for being overbearing.

9/30/2021 Thursday by Jampal & Wangmo

Theme: Speak Slowly

One way to avoid misunderstandings during Mercury retrograde is to speak more slowly. Then we need to listen patiently as well. Maybe it is just easier to be a hermit now, because our emotions are dredged up from unconscious, powerful forces. And then we want to share it all. The energy eases up in the second half of the day. But 5 of the other 7 planets are still retrograde for several more days. And we get the Moon void of course added at 10:50 am EDT until 8:55 pm. Let’s all pray for each other! It is always darkest when it is getting darker than it has ever been before. ~Ogden Nield