Tibetan Buddhist Altar

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.

2/8/2024 Thursday by Wangmo

Theme: Thinking outside the box

With the Moon conjunct Mercury in Aquarius you can think differently about conundrums and how to re-imagine activities of daily life. The desire for freedom that Aquarius energy draws also creates space for innovation and originality. The support and ideas of your broader community are more accessible to you. The acute aspect of Sun square Uranus is slowly abating also giving you respite from at least one area of pressure.

Many human beings say that they enjoy the winter, but what they really enjoy is feeling proof against it. For them there is no winter food problem. They have fires and warm clothes. The winter cannot hurt them and therefore increases their sense of cleverness and security. For birds and animals, as for poor men, winter is another matter. Rabbits, like most wild animals, suffer hardship.~Richard Adams

The Moon is Void of Course today between EST USA 2.52am until 8:59am. Avoid starting new projects, making new purchases, planning big events or signing contracts during this time. Take time for inner reflection and self-care.

2/7/2024 Wednesday by Wangmo

Theme: The power of love in times of war

With the Moon conjunct Venus today and Mars approaching ever closer to Pluto you are offered different ways to respond to events – with compassion and courage or with hatred and fear. All astrological aspects offer us different ways of responding to difficulties. The Moon-Venus conjunction reminds us that we share beneficial connections with many beings while the Mars-Pluto conjunction reminds us of the never-ending cycle of suffering, especially if we lose our humanity. With the Sun approaching an exact square the pressure is ratcheting up and it’s important to find peaceful outlets for this energy so that it doesn’t rebound. Finding ways to free this energy and let it flow benignly is possible if we pay attention.

One does not sell the earth upon which the people walk.~Crazy Horse

2/6/2024 Tuesday by Wangmo

Theme: Down to earth moments

With the Moon, Venus and Mars in Capricorn practical outcomes are in order including paying attention to structural outcomes (both the structures of the body and at work). Capricorn energy also brings a dry sense of humor to activities, in spite of the serious side to this sign. The Moon trine Jupiter brings a generous, expansive spirit to the day enabling you to think beyond your own needs to the needs of others.

We should practice rejoicing as much as possible. We should rejoice whenever we see good things happening to othe people.~Lama Zopa Rinpoche

The Moon is Void of Course today between EST USA 12.06am until 7:08am. Avoid starting new projects, making new purchases, planning big events or signing contracts during this time. Take time for inner reflection and self-care.

2/5/2024 Monday by Wangmo

Theme: Mindfulness

There is a lot of underlying tension building with the Sun approaching an exact square to Uranus and Mars approaching an exact conjunction with Pluto. So it pays to be mindful of your physical activity and orientation. Play it safe. Go slower. Mercury is in exact conjunction to Pluto providing penetrating insights into your psychological habits that need to change. You can also see what old personal psychological wounds prevent you from moving forward at this time.

Although we have done nothing to harm the ego, it has caused us continual harm since beginningless time.~Shechen Rabjam Rinpoche

2/4/2024 Sunday by Jampal

Theme: Powerful Communication

Mercury is almost on top of Pluto today bringing powerful energy to our communication and thought. Take advantage of this energy for investigations, but be gentle when talking with others. The Jupiter Saturn sextile continues to benefit us as we approach our lives in a realistic way. We can grow and learn without struggling with limitations as much as usual. The Sun is square Uranus for several days indicating disruptions. Can we be proactive about what needs to change, or will we be shocked by outside events?

… the cultivation of compassion in the heart and mind is an ongoing process. ~Jetsunma Ahkon Norbu Lhamo

The Moon is void of course today until 1:29 am EST. Do not make any major decisions during this time period.

2/3/2024 Saturday by Jampal

Theme: Full Speed Ahead

From now until April 1 there are no retrograde planets. So it is a time for action in the world. Mars is exalted in Capricorn, giving us the discipline to succeed for another 10 days. Mercury is united with Pluto for several days, which indicates intense mental activity. We look to get to the bottom of any issue. We can be influential to others, but may also come across someone trying to control us. We continue to benefit from a balance between joyful expansion and careful discipline.

Americans will put up with anything provided it doesn’t block traffic. ~Dan Rather

The Moon is void of course today from 10:25 pm until 1:29 am the next day. Do not make any big decisions during this time period.

2/1/2024 Thursday by Wangmo

Theme: Depth perception

With the Moon in an interesting aspect to the planet of communication, Mercury, and the planet of transformation, Pluto, there are strong habitual tendencies that bubble to the surface today. Any negative result is more muted as a consequence of the moon being void of course for much of the day. Still, there’s always room for improvement in developing patience and insight. The Sun in Aquarius offers a dispassionate view of feelings, which also helps standing back from one’s self to see what is going on.

Renunciation is to take distance from the tendency of self-centered emotions.~Erik Pema Kunsang

The Moon is Void of Course today between EST USA 4.03am am until 3:37pm. Avoid starting new projects, making new purchases, planning big events or signing contracts during this time. Take time for inner reflection and self-care.

1/31/2024 Wednesday by Wangmo

Theme: Moving past challenges

With the Moon square Mars, Mercury and Venus, and opposite Chiron, you have lots of moving parts to the day, including a focus on your health. But with the helping hand of Venus you are buoyed by your connections with others. You are more observant of your speech as well, and less driven by impulse. Overall you are more in connection with your inner self. The continuing challenge is not to put too much on your plate, thereby losing the benefits of your diligent efforts.

May all beings eat the food of concentration, when opening a door.‘~HH Kyabje Dilgo Khyentse Rinpoche

1/30/2024 Tuesday by Wangmo

Theme: Finding the right balance

The Moon has moved into Libra bringing a focus on achieving balance in your daily life. Decisions take longer because of the considerations involved but the time taken also results in better decision making. The Moon in Libra also brings more social engagement which aligns more closely with the Sun in Aquarius, also an air sign. The air element which favors communication contrasts with the practical Capricorn earth energy that influences actions, thinking and relationships right now. You can lighten up.

A method is more important than a discovery, since the right method will lead to new and even more important discoveries.~Lev Landau