Tibetan Buddhist Altar

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

1/29/2024 Monday by Wangmo

Theme: Activity and building relationships

With a grand trine to the moon today the focus is on unhindered activity and working closely with others to build connections. The continuing good aspect between Jupiter and Saturn offers the promise of a work-life balance. You are more in tune with the rhythm of daily life today but be careful of not over-doing things: pace yourself.

Knowing how to keep a friend is more important than gaining a new one.~Baltasar Gracian

The Moon is Void of Course today between EST USA 6.20pm until 3:04am. Avoid starting new projects, making new purchases, planning big events or signing contracts during this time. Take time for inner reflection and self-care.

1/28/2024 Sunday by Jampal

Theme: Joy, Obligations and Relationships

The sextile between Jupiter and Saturn continues for another month blending our joys, and higher learning with our responsibilities and restrictions. Venus is in harmony with them for a couple more days which supports harmonious relationships and financial success. Be mindful of ego driven energy concerning our thought and communication. And take on mental tasks, knowing that we will have extra verve.

An optimist laughs to forget; a pessimist forgets to laugh. ~Anon.

1/27/2024 Saturday by Jampal

Theme: Intellectual Energy or Overzealous Ego?

Mercury is tightly conjunct Mars today, and for four more days. We have more mental energy than usual. We can work longer and harder, but may get into debates or competitions with others. Will we get into arguments because of our ego? Or do we have a valid point to defend? There is a nice synchronicity between the Sun, Venus, Jupiter and Saturn. The only danger is that we overdo a good thing.

To make a wish that you become able to help all beings throughout space, you need a strong self: with a weak self such an intention is impossible. ~H H the Dalai Lama

The Moon is void of course today until 2:12 pm EST. Do not make any major decisions until after this time.

1/25/2024 Thursday by Wangmo

Theme: Illumination

The Moon forms a T-square with the Sun and Jupiter bringing insights into challenges and re-framing difficulties. Jupiter, signals expansive energy, and even when you feel overwhelmed it can provide a steadying optimism. It doesn’t mean today will go smoothly but it does mean you see the big picture more easily, which gives you more perspective on situations. The Moon in Leo also adds more brio to the day and invites you to be both brave and bold.

I believe that freedom must be accompanied by a sense of responsibility. If I can he considered famous because I have succeeded in my life goals, which were different from most other Chinese Americans, I achieved because of my unique combination : American freedom of choice, Chinese discipline in responsibility, my integrity, and willingness to work.~Jade Snow Wong

1/24/2024 Wednesday by Wangmo

Theme: Concluding transformation, for now…

The Moon in Cancer goes opposite the Pluto-Sun conjunction today giving a final kick-a-long to this transformative conjunction. It’s a like a magnifying glass intensifies this energy. In moments where you feel a loss of control remember, this too shall pass and that this energy is from the past – not right now. You can be innovative around your activities today, including managing any health challenges.

A violent wind does not outlast the morning; a squall of rain does not outlast the day. Such is the course of Nature. And if Nature herself cannot sustain her efforts long, how much less can humans!~Laozi

The Moon is Void of Course today between EST USA 5.58pm until 2:37am. Avoid starting new projects, making new purchases, planning big events or signing contracts during this time. Take time for inner reflection and self-care.

1/23/2024 Tuesday by Wangmo

Theme: Transforming era

Pluto has moved into the sign of Aquarius where it will remain (notwithstanding a brief interlude in Capricorn from September 2-18) until March 8 2043. Pluto removes the old worn out modalities to allow space for new more aligned modalities. However, if there is resistance to change difficult outcomes from the build up in pressure can result. Pluto in Aquarius ushers in radical changes in society, community and technology. Those with major planets in Aquarius (think Sun, Moon, Mercury, Venus and Mars in particular) can expect a particularly transforming, albeit challenging, time. With the Moon in Cancer in strong aspect today to Chiron, Mercury and Mars you have the opportunity for insights into psychological wounds in your family lineage.

… when mind shifts from awareness to nonawareness, limitless karmic seeds grow in that ground and come to fruition, and the cycle of suffering continues.~Khandro Rinpoche

1/22/2024 Monday by Wangmo

Theme: Awareness

Health, home, relationships and awareness of non-ordinary reality are in play today. You can ask yourself am I really seeing what is there? Attention to home and hearth helps with health. Consideration of relationships, and how to improve them by looking for the deeper causes of interactions, can help you understand them better. As the Sun has moved past Pluto now is the time to have recognize the old, habitual ways that prevent you from being your authentic self.

If we practice ordinary compassion we will be kind, give help. If we want to help people in a permanent way, we have to know what will help them end their suffering. ~ Jetsunma Ahkon Norbu Lhamo

The Moon is Void of Course today between EST USA 3.40pm until 4:51pm. Avoid starting new projects, making new purchases, planning big events or signing contracts during this time. Take time for inner reflection and self-care.