Moon Mind
Friday, Sept 27th ::: Moon transits Ardra nakshatra (ruled by Rahu and Rudra, the storm god) until 18:48 CDT this evening when it moves to Punarvasu (ruled by Aditi, the universal MA). Look for inner movement today- strong currents are forcing change. Which way are you directing your sails? Find nourishment tonight through communication and creation. Look for the expansion and seek compassion- for your self and others.
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8.2 to 8.4
Moon moves to Gemini at 11:21 CDT on 8.2 and joins Jupiter, Mars and Mercury there. Moon transits Mrgashira, Ardra and Punarvasu nakshatras over the next few days. Moon is in Ardra nakshatra (ruled by Rahu) on 8.3 until the early hours of 8.4. Mars moves to Punarvasu nakshatra at 8:00 CDT on 8.3 which should soften the experience of four planets in Gemini- two of which will be in Ardra, ruled by the storm god Rudra. Movement, change, strong emotions are likely at this time. But look for the silver lining. The underlying positivity and wholeness will be tangible with the influence of Aditi ruling over Mercury and Mars. Note that these four planets receive drishti from Rahu sitting in Libra currently and transiting through Swati nakshtara (Vayu, the wind god). This exemplifies the sudden change, movement, element of surprise, the foreign and unusual as well as the storm energy. Don’t take unnecessary risks and avoid foolish behaviors. As per my last post: Sattva will be tainted by the shadow of Rahu. Don’t fall too far off the wagon. Mercury is sandhi now and moves to Cancer on 8.4 at 10:51 CDT joining Sun there.They receive drishti from Saturn sitting in Libra who is transiting Swati nakshatra. An element of sadness and disappointment may set in and perhaps an overactive mind. Moon joins them in its own sign of Cancer on 8.5 until mid day on 8.7 and may help soften the blow of this combination initially. Stay out of the land mines of the mind if possible and don’t let the mind get too hot. {Photo of my current location: Allalin mountain- Saas Fee, Switzerland, the Alps.} The month starts with Moon creating a fresh start in Aries and transiting the first of the 27 nakshatras- Ashwini- as it crosses over Ketu. We will likely feel the experience of something new settling in, a pull towards fresh experiences, the sense that some shift has occurred.
Mars moves to Gemini (an enemy’s sign) on 7.4 where it joins Jupiter, Mercury and Sun there. The mind sharpens- keep it soft rather than letting it get rigid. Saturn goes direct after months of retrograde movement on 7.7 at 23:49 CDT. Structures, plans, intentions begin to move in the “right direction.” New Moon on 7.8 at 02:14 CDT in Punarvasu nakshtatra. Sun moves to Cancer on 7.16 at 04.51 CDT. A new sense of compassion may set in. Venus moves to Leo on 7.17 at 08:43 CDT. Notice your intentions/attention gain a new power this month. Notice how these forces move from the inner landscape, to the outer landscape now. Take action, have a fire ritual, use this as a tool for dynamic activation. Mercury goes direct on 7.20 at 13:19 CDT. Mind begins to move in a forward direction with less resistance and out of “clean up” mode. The month closes with Moon going exalted in Taurus. Another cycle around the zodiac complete. Full Moon is in Capricorn at 13:14 CDT on 07.22 in Uttarashada nakshatra. It is also Guru Purnima- the fullest full moon of the year and most auspicious full moon in the Vedic calendar. Honor your gurus, teachers, guides, your lineage and the masters that have helped you on your path. This is a very sacred day of expansion, purpose, power and sattva. Meditate, chant, do sacred acts that bring gratitude. Jupiter is now in Ardra nakshatra ruled by Rahu, giving drishti to Rahu/Saturn in Libra as Rahu simultaneously give drishti to Jupiter in Gemini. Both Rahu and Saturn currently transit Swati nakshatra, ruled by Rahu and Vayu- the wind god. Consequently, there is an exchange of energy here between Rahu and Jupiter as well as a heightened expression of Rahu right now. For some this will offer big expansion in a worldly sense, for others chaos and calamity. Be aware of storm energy and a tendency toward overwhelm. The momentum that is jumpstarting here will carry us forward for the coming weeks and months. Prepare for change, movement, activation and shifts. Sattva will be tainted by the shadow energy of Rahu. The temptations are strong right now for rajasic behaviors, the foreign and unusual, and general extremes- especially on the mental, emotional levels. Meditation may prove impossible as well as being on a good routine. Do the best you can. Perhaps find liberation in the opposition. We can use this time for “de-centering”, which will later help us return to our “balance” with greater understanding and clarity. Don’t fall too far off the wagon. *Due to travel, horoscopes will be postponed until early August. Moon Mind ::: July 16th/17th
Moon in Libra and Swati nakshatra where it joins Rahu and Saturn there as well. Moon is waxing (bright half) in tithi 9. Vayu, the wind god, rules over Swati. Breath, embodiment, pranic awareness, movement, dance, and cultivating daily rituals around physical movement are all essential right now in order to harmonize the inner winds. Externally, life offers changes- the winds of change, currents, movement, creation energy is charged. Be present to the subtle and extreme changes and bend like a tree in the wind so as not to break branches. Stay flexible. Mars, Mercury and Jupiter are in Ardra nakshatra, ruled by Rahu- they also are receiving drishti from Rahu nine houses away. Mercury is still retrograde. The mind is working with pieces of the past while Ardra brings storms, rudra energy, movement and calamity. The emotions are vulnerable right now. Be tender, keep a small frame for your self in which to work within, tend your inner storm, and stay on the shore as much as possible. Venus moves to Leo on the 17th and enters Magha nakshatra. Father energy, masculinity, the ancestors and fire come into our awareness. Our attention shifts to creating using these energetic pieces. Venus moves from water sign Cancer into fire sign Leo, marking a shift in creativity, relationships, passion and artistry. Notice your intentions/attention gain a new power this month. Notice how these forces move from the inner landscape, to the outer landscape now. Take action, have a fire ritual, use this as a tool for dynamic activation. Use this time to cultivate a dance of balance so as not to get burned. Sun (Leo's ruler) is still in Cancer, balance between fire and water is the overriding metaphor. Find your dance between fire and water and become an alchemist. Moon Mindfulness ::: Moon Mind
Tuesday, 6.18 Moon moves from Virgo to Libra at 15:20 CDT and is in Chitra nakshatra currently. Chitra is ruled by Vishvakarma- the celestial architect and he can help us build, plan and create. Dreams become reality with proper plans and action steps. Tuesday is day of Mars and Chitra is also ruled by Mars. Mars is currently in Rohini nakshatra (Moon) and in Taurus (Venus). Watch anger and outbursts towards women and from women. Look for the connections to divine mother, Ma, the eternal life giver. Use momentum and force, courage and strength to create and get work done. Be bold in your creative actions. Make goals, take action steps for positive outcomes. Paint with red and orange. This is the day of Ganga- Ganga Dashahara {or Ganga Dussehra}. This is the first of ten days when mother Ganga descends to the earth. Embodied by the sacred river Ganga, she is said to wash away all sins with her cleansing waters. Note the planetary transits for the week via Horoscopes. Moon debilitated, Venus moving to the water sign Cancer, Sun into Ardra nakshatra- the internal waters will inevitably be moving. Be sure to use water as a way to clear and clean your energy at this time. Move with your internal tides, rather than forcing against them. Surrender to the flow. |
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