Tibetan Buddhist Altar

3/5/2024 Tuesday by Wangmo

Theme: Building giving bridges

The Moon is close-by the asteroid Ceres today shining a light on how we nourish ourselves and care for others. With the Moon in Capricorn the focus is on practical outcomes. Capricorn Moon and Pisces Sun invite us to draw on our respective spirituality or spiritual tradition to operate in the world. With Jupiter continuing to be at right angles to Venus and Mars the pressure on relationships increases as there are many things to accomplish right now.

Before eating, we can look at dishes on the table and breathe in and out to see if this food and drink is good for us and whether eating it will harm or help develop our compassion.~Thich Nhat Hahn

3/4/2024 Monday by Wangmo

Theme: Possibilities

The Sun is moving away from Saturn. That’s a relief. And Mercury is pulling away from the Sun making communications a tad clearer. While there are challenges today with the Moon squaring the Sun, making the life-work balance difficult, there is a harmonious connection between the Moon and the Venus/Mars conjunction. So overall the news it good but still there are tests along the way.

It is our consciousness that designs our world.~Thich Nhat Hanh

3/3/2024 Sunday by Jampal

Theme: Excitement in Relationships

Venus square Uranus is almost exact today indicating that we crave excitement in our close relationships. The excitement theme is augmented by Mercury sextile Uranus for a few days. This is a particularly good time to tackle old problems with a fresh perspective. The study of science, technology, astrology and the occult are favored. Emotionally there is tension in the middle of the day as the Moon squares the Sun.

Don’t mistake excitement for happiness. The former is feverish and combustible; the latter is serene and long-lasting. ~Anoir Ou-Chad

3/2/2024 Saturday by Jampal

Theme: Thinking Big

The stellium of the Sun, Mercury and Saturn is sextile to Jupiter today. Besides being broadminded, we are optimistic and “lucky”. We can work well with others, even those in authority today. And this is a good time for higher learning, studying religion, philosophy and long distance travel. The Moon enters Sagittarius in the middle of the day, and is sextile to Pluto. We feel deeply, and wish to get to the bottom of issues.

A single idea from the human mind can build cities. An idea can transform the world and rewrite all the rules. ~Leonardo DiCaprio

The Moon is void of course today from 2:49 am until 8:57 am EST. Do not make any big decisions during this time period.

3/1/2024 Friday by Jampal

Theme: Responsibilities

Saturn continues to be in a strong position, tightly conjunct the Sun and Mercury, but in the spiritual sign, Pisces. This is a time of duties and responsibilities. We will need to focus our energy on what must be done, as we have less verve than usual. We will feel more emotionally isolated than usual. Can we apply ourselves spiritually and make the most of this Pisces energy? The Moon opposes Uranus in the middle of day and we are looking for excitement.

I believe that to meet the challenge of our times, human beings will to develop a greater sense of universal responsibility. ~ H H the Dalai Lama

2/29/2024 Thursday by Wangmo

Theme: Moving on

You are still dealing with structures and strictures. However, with both the Sun and Moon in water signs you also dealing with feelings, especially with the Moon in Scorpio which intensifies emotions. You can take the opportunity to investigate what unconsciously motivates and propels you. It’s also an opportunity to slough off old outmoded habits. Look for ways you can benefit from the healing element of water. When the Moon goes opposite Uranus expect some disruption.

I see the work as a whole first. Then I compose the details. In working out, I always lose something. This cannot be avoided. There is always some loss when we materialize. But there is compensating gain in vitality.~Arnold Schoenberg

2/28/2024 Wednesday by Wangmo

Theme: Harnessing your thoughts

With Mercury and Saturn cheek-to-jowl it’s a great opportunity for disciplining your thoughts and ideas – and realizing your projects. In other words thoughtfulness and planning ensure concrete outcomes. Having limitations and boundaries also enables innovative thinking. The Moon trines the Sun today providing a harmonious connection between your purpose and daily life activities. With the Moon Void of Course most of the day it’s a good day to deal with the minutiae rather than bigger plans.

… you can practice compassion in a way as to demonstrate it to others.  If they copy you, it is a merit to your mind as well.~Jetsunma Ahkon Norbu Lhamo

The Moon is Void of Course today between EST USA until 10:09pm. Avoid starting new projects, making new purchases, planning big events or signing contracts during this time. Take time for inner reflection and self-care.

2/27/2024 Tuesday by Wangmo

Theme: Creating space

With Mercury shining a magnifying glass on your purpose and Saturn determining the constraints you are facing, now is the time to make sustainable adjustments. Past friendships are helpful today. You can find more space in drawing on the strength of your connections with others and by taking a bigger perspective on life, relationships and the universe. With the Sun in Pisces you have the opportunity to open your heart to the suffering of others, and find meaningful ways to alleviate that suffering.

Know contentment and you will suffer no disgrace; Know when to stop and you will meet with no danger. You can endure.~Lao Tzu

2/26/2024 Monday by Wangmo

Theme: Thinking through situations

With Mercury, the planet of communication conjunct the Sun and Saturn, thinking through situations can produce beneficial results. Your inner resources are illuminated. You may feel swamped with tasks but you also, equally, have tools at your disposal. The Moon has moved into Libra providing a support bridge for diplomatic solutions intractible conflicts. The Venus/Mars trine to the Moon also boosts your chances of finding alternative pathways to resolve differences.

Give me love, give me peace on earth, Give me light, give me life, keep me free from birth, Give me hope, help me cope, with this heavy load, Trying to, touch and reach you with, heart and soul.~George Harrison

The Moon is Void of Course today between EST USA 2.35am until 9:29am. Avoid starting new projects, making new purchases, planning big events or signing contracts during this time. Take time for inner reflection and self-care.

2/25/2024 Sunday by Jampal

Theme: Tidy then Confused

As the Moon moves through Virgo today it is an excellent time for cleaning and organizing. Then late in the day the Moon opposes Neptune and we have strange moods. Beware of misunderstandings with others. Remember that we are in a no retrograde phase until April 1st, the next Mercury retrograde. So things should generally move forward rapidly now. The stellia in Aquarius, and Pisces enhance humanitarian and spiritual pursuits.

If you want to make an easy job seem mighty hard, just keep putting off doing it. ~ Olin Miller