Tibetan Buddhist Altar

1/2/2022 Monday by Wangmo & Jampal

Theme: Deepening connections

With Venus and Pluto almost conjunct, and in close proximity to Mercury, it’s a good time to uncover unconscious habits and tendencies and really deepen your understanding of yourself and others. With Mercury retrograde there is even more opportunity to be mindful of your speech and communications in general. The new Moon in Aries continues to spice up activity for a little while longer.

Living beings are, by nature, stainless, I shall treasure that stainlessness.
Reality is the bait, I shall not be lured into conformity.~Dzongsar Khyentse Rinpoche

The Moon is Void of Course today between EST USA 5.16pm until 9:44pm the next day. Avoid starting new projects, making new purchases, planning big events or signing contracts. Take time for inner reflection and self-care.

2023 by Jampal & Wangmo

Theme: What will it be in 2023?

As usual there is a mixed bag for the new year. The best news is that the Sun, our purpose and conscious self, and the Moon, our emotions and subconscious self, are in 120 degree harmony. This indicates inner peace and harmony. Neptune conjunct with Juno is in a powerful position, showing the potential for spiritual union and transcendence in our relationships. On the down side there is misguided self-will this year. Can we make the needed adjustments? And finally Mercury is retrograde so expect an unusual amount of miscommunications and confusion. You should always hallow your fart. ~ Todd Funk

12/31/2022 Saturday by Jampal & Wangmo

Theme: From Action to Comfort

The Moon changes signs just after 12pm (EST) today. Best to get a lot done in the morning and then slow down to smell the flowers in the afternoon. The Moon is “happier” in Taurus than Aries, so we are in for a more emotional secure and comfortable few days. For two more days your way of doing things interferes with the results that you are trying to obtain. The best solution is to slow down and think carefully before acting. Slow down. Happiness is trying to catch you. ~ Anon.

The Moon is void of course today from 7:45 am until 12:10 pm EST. Do not make any big decisions during this time period.

12/30/2022 Friday by Jampal & Wangmo

Theme: From Mystical to Transformative

The combined energy of Venus, love and beauty, and Mercury, communication and thought, moves from harmony with mystical Neptune to harmony with transformative Pluto, for several days. We are more intense in our relationships, and prone to obsession and control. The same can be said about our communication and thinking. Remember that Mercury is retrograde for 3 weeks, so expect miscommunications and careless mistakes from ourselves and others. I don’t mind if there is a long and tiring journey, as long as the destination is your heart. ~ Anon.

12/29/2022 Friday by Wangmo & Jampal

Theme: Good outcomes but…

Tasks get done and completed even though you might feel over-run and over-extended at times. With the Moon in Aries there is a ‘let’s get it done’ dynamic. With the Sun in Capricorn it’s ‘build it and get it done’. As Venus approaches Pluto there is more intensity in relationships and you are more aware of hidden agendas in yourself and others.

Wisdom is the leader for giving gifts, so too for morality, patience, perseverance and concentration.~The Perfection of Wisdom

12/28/2022 Wednesday by Wangmo & Jampal

Theme: Higher octaves

With the Moon conjunct Neptune and Venus sextile Neptune there is a strong sense of the spiritual connections between you, others and the world you live in. There is more of an environmental awareness, and a desire for transformation. You could lose yourself in day dreaming or escapism, but with the Sun, Venus and Mercury in Capricorn you can earth yourself, and build practical, meaningful bridges between the seen and the unseen.

The Earth is what we all have in common.~Wendell Berry

12/26&27/2022 Monday and Tuesday by Wangmo & Jampal

Theme: From darkness to light

There is a lot of activity going on with most planets and asteroids in cardinal or active signs. Monday’s Saturn conjunct Moon brings a sense of responsibility and feeling weighted down. The key is making time to connect with your heart. The Moon moves from Aquarius into Pisces today bringing a focus on undertakings on behalf of others. You have more penetrating insights into your circumstances.

I realize I don’t know very much. None of us knows very much. But we can all learn more. Then we can teach one another. We can stop denying reality or hoping it will go away by magic.~Octavia Butler

12/25/2022 Sunday by Jampal & Wangmo

Theme: Freedom

The Moon has joined Saturn in the freedom loving sign, Aquarius, for a few days. We will be friendly but more distant towards others. In the first half of the day we are bolstered by Jupiter’s expansive energy. In the second half we are influenced by Mars, and we have physical energy and leadership qualities. Continue to take advantage of the opportunity to pray and meditate with more clarity than usual. From every mountainside, let freedom ring. ~ Martin Luther King Jr

The Moon is void of course today until 2:15 am EST. Do not make any big decision during this time period.

12/24/2022 Saturday by Jampal & Wangmo

Theme: Mystical

The Moon joins Mercury and Venus in sextile to Neptune today. The best use of all this energy is prayer, meditation and compassionate action. This also supports imagination, creativity, and escape from reality. At the same time there are 5 celestial energies in Capricorn, which indicates ambition and the ability to start projects in a down to earth way. Jupiter is still expanding our endeavors, but be careful not to over commit. The only thing that is meaningful is to make this life a vehicle by which you can come to benefit beings. ~ Jetsunma Ahkon Norbu Lhamo

The Moon is void of course today from 10:12 pm until 2:15 am the next day EST. Do not make any big decisions during this time period.

12/23/2022 Friday by Jampal & Wangmo

Theme: Imagine and Slow Down

For the next two weeks our imagination is stimulated. We should be able to pursue creative and spiritual goals without loosing touch with mundane reality. We are also able to tune in to and gain insight into others more than usual. Mercury is in the shadow phase now, before going retrograde in 6 days. Already the pace of communication is slowing. Jupiter has entered Aries. For the next 5 months we will find joy and learning through immediate action. The weed of crime bears bitter fruit. ~ The Shadow

The Moon is void of course today until 2:51 am. Do not make any big decisions during that time period.