Tibetan Buddhist Altar

2/18/2024 Sunday by Jampal

Theme: Daydreams or Reality?

The Moon is square Neptune for much of the day and we can be lost in harmless fantasy or harmful delusions. At best we can use this energy creatively. Be careful of using drugs or alcohol today though. Relationships continue to be intense. Can we be a supportive friend or are we going to have a control struggle today? We are still looking for freedom and should watch out for unexpected events.

I was trying to daydream, but my mind kept wandering. ~Steven Wright

The Moon is void of course today from 10:22 pm until 10:26 pm EST. Do not make any big decisions during this time period.

2/17/2024 Saturday by Jampal

Theme: Freedom Part 2

The strong Aquarian energy continues for 2 more days, but without the emotional well-being. The pace of the day is faster as the Moon is in Gemini. Our minds are very fast due to the Mercury-Uranus square. We can get a lot done but must watch out for being sloppy. If work that requires much concentration can be postponed for a couple of days, this would be good. Remember to be patient and kind to others.

Life without liberty is like a body without spirit. ~Kahlil Gibran

2/16/2024 Friday by Jampal

Theme: Freedom

We now have 4 planets and the Sun in Aquarius, the sign that wants freedom and originality, and wants to promote humanitarian causes. Mars and Pluto are still united indicating strong, if not ruthless ambition. Be careful out there! With Mercury square Uranus we are restless. This can be an upsetting day if we cannot maintain flexibility in our expectations. Fortunately, there are indications of emotional well-being throughout the day.

Liberty, when it begins to take root, is a plant of rapid growth. ~George Washington

The Moon is void of course today from 10:02 am until 2:41 pm EST. Do not make any major decisions during this time period.

2/15/2024 Thursday by Wangmo

Theme: Trouble shooting

With Mercury square the Moon you have the opportunity to problem solve and think outside the square! Of course you have to be mindful of your speech with such an aspect. You can incline your day towards spiritual pursuits today. Still, with the Moon conjunct Uranus you can also expect unexpected events to change the course of the day. As the Sun moves towards the end of Aquarius take time to enjoy your friendships and community activities.

We fight the same battles over and over again. They are never won for eternity, but in the process of struggling together, in community, we learn how to glimpse new possibilities that otherwise never would have become apparent to us, and in the process we expand and enlarge our very notion of freedom.~Angela Davis

2/14/2024 Wednesday by Wangmo

Theme: Staying the course

The Moon has moved into the solid sign of Taurus conjunct Jupiter replenishing your resources and bringing stabilizing energy. Mars is beginning to pull away from Pluto decreasing the tension created with that conjunction. All the major planets are bunched together in one section of the sky creating a container of planetary energy that increases focus but also invites one to explore what is missing in your life.

If we have believed in self nature since time out of mind, then we’ve been selfish since time out of mind.~Jetsunma Ahkon Norbu Lhamo

The Moon is Void of Course today between EST USA 5.21am until 10:00am. Avoid starting new projects, making new purchases, planning big events or signing contracts during this time. Take time for inner reflection and self-care.

2/13/2024 Tuesday by Wangmo

Theme: Movement and Challenge

Mars has entered Aquarius where it exactly conjuncts Pluto. Today and the next few days remember to cultivate patience and awareness at a time when deep conflicts can surface. The Moon in Aries increases the likelihood of people going head to head because of the headstrong nature of Aries. Relationships are highlighted with the Venus-Mars conjunction inviting us to acknowledge that relationships only flourish with give and take, not with one side dominating.

Strike against war, for without you no battles can be fought. Strike against manufacturing shrapnel and gas bombs and all other tools of murder. Strike against preparedness that means death and misery to millions of human beings. Be not dumb, obedient slaves in an army of destruction. Be heroes in an army of construction.~Helen Keller

2/12/2024 Monday

Theme: Checks and Balances

With the challenge of Mars conjunct Pluto bringing raw emotions and habits to the surface it’s good to know that Venus is chasing every closer to Mars and softening the harshness and the fighting that occurs when you, or anyone else, don’t get what they want. Similarly, Jupiter is also in good aspect to Venus and Mars bringing a good bridle to unbridled aggression. The Sun in Aquarius brings a more global vision which is much needed at this time as Pluto begins the task of breaking down old outmoded structures.

The kind of amazing thing is that Barbie went to the moon before women had the ability to get credit cards.~Greta Gerwig

2/11/2024 Sunday by Jampal

Theme: Ambition

Our conscious ambition, Mars, and our subconscious ambition, Pluto, are uniting even closer. Can we channel this strong energy in positive ways? Can we be calm and patient, and hope and pray that we influence others this way? It is a potent time for prayer and meditation. We are more aware of our non-dual nature as the Moon moves through Pisces. We are generally optimistic today, but should be careful not to overlook details or to be overbearing.

When we say that all things are essentially empty, what we mean is that all things are empty of self-nature. All things are empty of conceptualization. ~Jetsunma Ahkon Norbu Lhamo

2/10/2024 Saturday by Jampal

Theme: Sensitive and Reserved

The Moon, still in its new phase, has entered sensitive, spiritual Pisces, but our emotions are restricted by Saturn in the second half of the day. Mars is conjunct Pluto for several days now. This is a strong stimulant for ambition. Disruption and violence are real possibilities because limitations are not accepted at this time. The best use of this energy is some kind of physical or mental work that is very demanding.

All beings down to the tiniest insects have Buddha nature, the enlightened essence. The only difference is that their qualities have not matured. Therefore, you should respect all beings. ~H H Drubwang Penor Rinpoche

The Moon is void of course today until 8:44 am EST. Do not make any major decisions during this time period.

2/9/2024 Friday by Jampal

Theme: Rebellious

With 4 celestial energies in Aquarius, and the Sun and Moon square Uranus this is a free spirit time. We may be contrary just for the sake of being contrary today. There is potential for major disruptions for a few more days. With the new Moon happening in the second half of the day, we have more concentrated energy towards our endeavors. A good day to start a new project, but be mentally flexible because surprises abound.

Rebellion against tyrants is obedience to God. ~Benjamin Franklin

The Moon is void of course today from 6:00 pm until 8:44 am the next day EST. Do not make any big decisions during this time period.