Moon Mind
1.28 Moon transits Sagittarius in PurvaAshada, conjunct retrograde Venus there as well. This brings much water to the day as the ruling deity here is Apas, the water goddess and the planetary rulership of this nakshatra is Venus. Apas grants us refreshment, purification and cleansing opportunities as well as nourishment and harmony in relationships. However, both Moon and Venus in Sagittarius also receive drishti from Jupiter, Saturn and Mars. This combination is certainly causing extreme winter conditions- including excess frozen water, snow, ice and high winds. The cold temperatures are considered "purification" by Nature's standards. 1.29 Moon moves to UttarAshada at 7:59 am CST, having crossed over retrograde Venus at this point and moves into Capricorn at 13:13 CST joining Sun there. UttarAshada is ruled by Vishvadeva and the planetary ownership is the Sun. The Vishvadevas are the "all-gods" or universal principles, also known as Natural Laws. These principles are the essential of life: goodness, truth, determination, talent, time, enjoyment, firmness, ancestors, abundance, joy, pleasantness, sight, fame and leadership. When we want success and forward progress, we must abide by these qualities and aspects of life. Regardless of what it appears to be from the outside, each of us are working on these qualities of life- each in our own way. *As per this week's horoscopes: Saturn and Mars will be in exact degrees on 1.29 at 06:47 CST for just over an hour. During this time be cautious while driving, traveling or commuting- be alert and avoid distractions. This is a general caution for the current planetary trends right now, however, but be especially cautious Tuesday and Wednesday of this week.
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Moon is waxing (Shukla Paksha) and transits Pisces, Aries and into its sign of exaltation, Taurus this week. Moon is exalted 1.10 and mulitrikona 1.11 and 1.12 in Taurus.
It is a busy week for the planets. This movement and change will continue to bring relationships (how and why we relate) to the forefront. Retrograde Venus moves back into Sagittarius on 1.6, an enemies sign at 12:45 pm CST where it receives triple drishti from Mars, Saturn and Jupiter- while also conjunct (sandhi) Mercury and Sun. This puts a lot of pressure and energy on Venus which can effect our relationships, business, money, creativity and the women in our lives. "...Relationships, creativity, romance, passion, wealth and money will get a chance for re-evaluation. The obstacles felt over the past months may get smoothed out over the coming weeks or we may be confronted with opportunities to "do things better" than before with more dignity and alignment- in tune with the devas. Look for divine intervention, serendipity and 'cosmic connections'. However, be aware of snares, traps and set-ups. Be mindful of your need to "fix" others and remember you can only fix your Self. With the double retrograde action of Jupiter and Venus occurring, the desire to "fix" relationships [and to get a better deal within them] will be at an all-time high. Re-direct that energy back onto your Self. Note that some relationships will get stronger during this time, while others will fall apart and lose their strength. Some individuals will lose their desire to 'be in relation' at all. For the recluse types, this is the ultimate time of silence and a wonderful opportunity for meditating, spiritual focus and a strong turning inward." The week starts with both Venus and Mercury in UttarAshada nakshatra. Later this week on 1.10, Sun joins them here as well. UttarAshada is ruled by the Sun as well as the Vishvadevas. These "all-gods" are literally universal principles or the Laws of Nature, and bring us reminders of how to act in alignment with life in order to bring more harmony. Use this reminder of "good conduct" in relationships and how you manage your personal and professional affairs. Hard knocks come to those who fall out of alignment with the Vishvadevas and dharma, however, obstacles are removed for those that follow "the rules". Mercury, moves out of Sagittarius and into Capricorn in the wee hours of 1.08 which will be a friendlier placement for him (and remove him from the drishti of his enemy Mars). You may notice some mental tension begins to ease later this week when he gains a bit more strength. Money and communication will be stronger as well. However, it will likely be more noticeable once Sun moves to Capricorn and gains some strength as well (later next week) coinciding with the full moon. Increasing the heat and agitation (as well as much learning and growth) is also due to the combustion of Sun and Venus this week. Watch for increased tension especially on 1.11 when Sun and Venus are in exact degrees. With Venus retrograde, its desires are much stronger than usual. The feelings of "not getting our needs met" might be stronger right now. Work on self care, self-soothing, creating self reliance and resiliency rather than lashing out, being overly needy and expecting others to be the solution. It's always an inside job. Right now, we are getting to work on this acutely. This is the last week or so of Jupiter in the benefic nakshatra, Punarvasu. He moves back into Ardra (ruled by Rahu) next week. Aditi, deity of Punarvasu gives opportunity for greater awareness and expansion of consciousness. Enjoy the last few days of her generosity as Ardra will bring us a different sort of expansion- likely more worldly and with a bit more stress involved. More on that next week. For now, revisit my Jupiter in Gemini article for further details. For a jyotish Moon-centered approach to your day, follow my daily Moon Mind posts via Face Book. Utilize my jyoti/creative arts activities as a healing & awareness tool for your week. This week's activity has to do with creating our goals for the new year. *Horoscopes are based on your Vedic rising sign. You can also check your Moon and Sun signs for further insight. Do the same with your Navamsa signs for further clarity. Do not use these horoscopes with your “Western Sign” as there is likely no correlation. These horoscopes are meant to be used as a broad overview of the current transits and obviously do not address the specifics of an individual’s unique chart. Aries: Spend the first part of the week resting in a "retreat mode" if possible before the week picks up. Count your lessons and blessings. Likely some important pieces are surfacing (or should be) in regard to children, father, knowledge and desires. You are learning a lot about relationships and how to be in them. Use this time for sifting and sorting and asking the question: How can I change the way I relate to others in order to make my relationships healthier for me and them? Taurus: The transformations continue but some new gelling within your awareness is on the way as Mercury moves to your ninth house later this week. Being in service offers rich rewards as well as insights. Meditation and time for retreats are supported right now. Put in the time and effort for spiritual progress even if it feels like a challenge. There's plenty of healing to be done. Gemini: Relationships continue to test your resiliency, courage and progress, as well as emotions. Mother and father and land/property may be trying your patience, heart and emotions as well. In the coming weeks you may be experiencing a bit of deja vu as you revisit past patterns. Use this as an opportunity to do something differently as you move forward. Your career may feel hindered in the process but don't bail unless absolutely necessary. Persistence is part of your growth right now. Cancer: Learning from enemies, your support team, and finding new opportunities for healing, all become important right now. You may be feeling you need more support and there isn't enough of the right kind. Remember to ask for what you need. Name it in order to claim it. For some, this is a transformational time as skills of service surface and become realized (seva). What new tools are you able to offer others? Clarity will come with a bit more time and meditation. Watch for snakes in the meantime and don't become one your Self. Leo: Children, father, education, passion, romance, gut instincts, may all be on the table right now. You are in a digestion phase, which continues in the coming weeks. Digesting words and thoughts especially. There is some discomfort with this process yet a determination simultaneously. This week offers regeneration, growth and a finale with some strength for career. You want change? Make it happen. Virgo: Heart and home, mother and land, may feel in turmoil. Confusion and headaches may be plaguing you and your relationships. Some relief comes later this week as the mind gains support and Mercury moves to your fifth house and away from Mars's drishti. Your best efforts are put into career, finding nourishment and support and healing in new ways. Don't derail your long term needs with short term gains by "settling". Libra: The winds of change are continuing to offer you a chance for momentum and movement. What direction are you going in? What doors are opening? Use intention to make this time more potent- then surrender. Courage, creativity and action steps are inevitable but will require some alone time, guidance and meditation. Difficulties sleeping and meditating? Some relief will come late this week after Mercury moves to Capricorn and gains strength. Hint: emotions are intertwined with your moksha. Scorpio: Comfort, support, nourishment, financial abundance, food and voice are the driving forces right now. The question remains: how can you have all your needs met and what does that feel like? As you create a new sense of support and thriving for your Self, the actions necessary will become more clear. For now, build from the root chakra up. Stable, reliable resources are the only thing worth putting your energy into. Weed out what isn't working and don't look back. Ask for the highest. Sagittarius: Headaches and head pressure may be due to a general overwhelm with self and relationships, career and emotions. It is especially important for you to take bite sized morsels and get support with your process before burn out sets in. You likely feel the pressure from all sides, so take remedial measures now. A life coach could be a good choice for you and your forward momentum. Why not find a new sense of thriving and a new way to get your needs met? Capricorn: You may be wound a bit tight right now. Cabin fever? Hopefully you can enjoy your time of retreat and use if for activating your depths, passion and desires for liberation. We are our own worst enemy- and in your case, it's the never ending desire for more, greater, bigger, grander. So for now, practice having enough, being enough, living with enough- already. Perfection is illusive. Stop trying for a little bit and see what opens up within. Aquarius: Some gains may be bolstering your spirits a bit and then the set backs come and knock you down. Life may feel unpredictable and uncertain lately. Friends, older siblings and finances may be erratic and bringing up old insecurities. This is just testing your courage and resilience. The coming weeks provide more time to reflect on these needs for security and support. Meditation and retreat will offer the ability to harvest your bounty. Pisces: While your heart appears to be moving in reverse, digging up some old dirt in the process, your career continues to nudge you forward; though relationships may be testing your inner and outer strength and effecting some of your progress. Whether it appears clear as cake or not, late in the week will help to bring insight and some support to your process. Don't be afraid to ask for your needs to be met. This is not a time to play small. Moon Mind
12.31 Moon transits Sagittarius while in Mula nakshatra. Moon is in its last tithi of the waning cycle, ruled by Rahu. Mula is ruled by the planet Ketu as well as Nirrti, the wife of adharma (against dharma). She does not follow Natural Law and causes one to sin. Known for uprooting things, causing disaster and dishevelment- at the least. Arguably though she can offer great insights- mostly with what is not working, what needs to be removed and let go of- as Mula's ruler Ketu points to. With the drishti coming to the Moon from Jupiter, Mars and Saturn, while conjunct Sun and Mercury in Sagittarius, there is intense energy and pressure on emotions and mental faculties today. This is a great time to be healthfully radical in your approach to the day (and night) while thinking in terms of "less is more". This could be a lovely spiritual New Years Eve, or a toxic mess. Most will over do it. Moon moves to PurvaAshada nakshatra at 23:37 pm CST. 1.01 Once the Moon moves to PurvaAshada nakshatra (joining Mercury and Sun here), the asura (demon) energy will heighten and could hinder our better judgement. Asura's can rule our negative thoughts as well as intoxicants. With three planets in PurvaAshada- ruled by Apas, the water goddess, and the planet Venus- being especially cautious with overindulgence is truly warranted. On the other hand, this can provide a powerful placement for creating a fresh start, sewing ones seeds of desires and purification- depending on where we put our actions/karmas. New Moon is at 05:14 am CST. Use water as a symbolic act of clearing and cleaning today. Ritual baths, self care practices, natural spring water can be used intentionally for purification. Water comes from fire (Apas comes from tejas) which is why heat brings dew drops at dawn or perspiration when we exercise etc. Including both fire and water in your purification rituals will be ideal. You will probably notice an excessive number of New Years resolution joggers out and about today taking advantage of the apas/tejas relationship! ;) {Weekend} Moon Mind :::
12. 5 Moon transits Capricorn (with sandhi Venus there as well) and is in Sravana nakshatra as well as the 5th tithi of Panchami. Ruled by Vishnu, the day offers expansion and insight, but may do so with contraction at first. Where is your gratitude? Have you offered thanks for the many gifts that have come to you recently? With Mars in Virgo currently, it is easy to fall into scrutiny and bitterness. The best way to clean and clear the heart is to remember to give thanks for what is abundant and alive in our lives. Take a few minutes to stop and count your blessings. 12. 6 Moon continues its transit through Capricorn with a sandhi Venus there as well. Moon moves to Dhanishta nakshatra at 05:22 CST while in the 6th tithi of Shashti. Honor your relations today and give thanks and praises to those who are uplifting you. Are you uplifting others? Avoid fault finding and making others wrong. Instead, put your shine on and trust that like attracts like. Vasu and the devas are present to help with this. 12.7 Moon moves into Aquarius as Venus gains a bit of strength in Capricorn and moves into Satabisha nakshatra at 03:46 CST. Varuna and his critical nature rules over the day as Moon receives drishti here from Rahu and transits a sign of Saturn. This can be a contraction day, a day where criticism of Self and others is high. Remember your gratitude. It is also a day to be very mindful of your health. It is said that when disease starts in Satabisha, Varuna's noose tightens and it becomes incurable. Take Saturn's lead and eat well, be on a good routine and mind the seasonal influences. Use preventative measure today and help others do the same. Horoscopes for the week of 12.02 :::
Moon moves through Scorpio, Sagittarius, Capricorn and into Aquarius this week and begins its waxing phase (Shukla Paksha) on 12.2. Moon debilitated in Scorpio on 12.1 and 12.2 with the New Moon on 12.2 at 18:23 CST. New Moon in Jyestha nakshatra brings with it a connection to Indra, the senses and life force. The next few weeks during the waxing phase (Shukla Paksha) will bring opportunities for each of us to cultivate awareness with sensory perceptions, our relationship to inner and outer storms, and how the mental body is connected to these experiences. Dharma and our sense of purpose will also play a part in our experiences. For some of us, our innate sensitivity will allow us to navigate the inner landscape with deeper awareness which will offer rich insights. Don’t shut down or shut off. Venus is weak due to its transit out of Sagittarius and into Capricorn early this week. Venus moves into its friends' sign of Capricorn on 12.05 at 02:05 CST. Moon will be in the auspicious 3rd tithi (Tritiya) at this time while transiting PurvaAshada Nakshatra. Purification and change are coming. Expect a lift with money, relationships, business and romance. Self Care and methodical planning are important right now. Set goals and work backwards. Avoid putting too many iron in the fire. Dream your dreams. Utilize my jyoti/creative arts activities as a healing & awareness tool. This week's Jyoti/Expressive Art Therapy Creative Engagement Activity is centered around support and stability and has us working with the arms and shoulders. *Horoscopes are based on your Vedic rising sign. You can also check your Moon and Sun signs for further insight. Do the same with your Navamsa signs for further clarity. Do not use these horoscopes with your “Western Sign” as there is likely no correlation. These horoscopes are meant to be used as a broad overview of the current transits and obviously do not address the specifics of an individual’s unique chart. Aries: Take a courageous plunge into your darkness and shadows. What new insights into your Self can emerge? Can you begin to see some thing in your Self that can shift? What support do you need to move forward with this? It is a time of healing. Drop the Self criticism and uncertainty and just take an action step. Trust it's a positive direction. You will find out soon enough! More comfort is coming. Taurus: Self care is essential this week. Establish a relationship with Self that is nurturing and gives nourishment. Move towards knowledge, learning and Self growth. Avoid temptations that are not life supporting and don't support long term health and wholeness. You are learning a lot about others. The mirror is strong right now. Self refer, Self reflect and continue to ask your Self the tough questions. Next step: What are you willing to do radically different for your Self? Gemini: What is that piece of anger and rage stirring in your chest, your heart center? What rage has gone unidentified and unaccepted? The next few weeks will bring answers. Do your homework and actively pursue awareness. Relationships are your best mirror. Use parental dynamics for clues and don't bypass the emotional body. This is your entry point into the healing. Cancer: Relationships and matters of home and heart continue to move you. Your innate feeling level can offer some deep insights and learning lessons right now. What pieces in you still need some healing and attention? What is your intention with Self and others as you move forward? Think courageously about your career and connect with the right people in order for advancements. Leo: Courage and healing begins with relationships this week. Relating in new ways can be helpful to career and also be a powerful resource. It will require action and activation on your part, but will be worth the effort in the long run. Look to friends and older siblings for awareness, but don't try to fix anything. Fixing your Self is the only worth while use of your energy. Think before you speak and watch out for your "Mr. Know-it-all" persona to emerge- even if he's right! Virgo: Courage. Courage to look into the darkness. To shine a light into your own shadows. Courage to act and step into something new and more life supporting. Now is the time for goal setting. For working backwards. For creating a map of your future. Get support from a life coach or guide if necessary, but find ways to be both practical and to dream big. Your goals are achievable! Libra: Vocalize your needs, desires and your new awareness which is slowly integrating into your being. Shift into a liberation mindset and continue to rip off the veils of illusion for your Self. Relationships continue to be a source of learning, growth and chaos. How might you shift into "right relationship" with the demons? Use art as a means to express your needs. You are on the road to moksha. Don't stop now. Scorpio: Depth and insight provide career expansion and some healing. Watch for old, angry patterns to emerge. Is there a way to use this fire more effectively? Creatively? Can you channel it into a helpful and healthy tool? Relationships continue to provide you with liberation, even if the pain becomes evident as well. Keep your process mindset and step with intention. Expand with your career. Dream your dreams. Ask and yee shall receive. Sagittarius: Continue to find ways to "be on vacation" and for resting and restoring. This is a time to hit "re-set" in some ways and yet the itch to work, to push your career, is strong. Are you pushing too hard in the wrong direction? Is there long term value in your efforts or are you acting out of fear? Find new ways to cultivate comfort and support. Be courageous with connecting, but stay in "retreat" mode for now. Hibernate. It will ultimately serve you in the long run in a very life supportive way. Lay off the sweets and alcohol. Capricorn: The learning and growth curve amplifies, offering you a chance to collect some missing parts and pieces. Sometimes gains come in the form of losses. Muster up enough courage to see the silver lining knowing that there is more good on the way. Friends prove to bring you awareness and lessons right now as well as some healing. They may have good advice, just remember to listen to your gut above all else. Aquarius: Part of your work is to ease up on some of your rigidity. What can loosen? What can you let go of? Can you let your tight grip relax a bit more? If you do, it will have a profound effect on you and your relationships. You're heading into a time of liberation that will help with your relationships in general. Drop ego and come out from behind the guilt and the shame.....Face the music. Freedom won't be as bad as you think. Pisces: Relationships are bringing tests and lessons, if not some discomfort. What is the rub? The next few weeks will bring you a +/- effect. Remember, you win some, you lose some. It's a good time to do some conscious work on your "people pleasing" patterns. Why the need to have everyone like you? What if you re-focus 100% of your energy back onto your Self instead of giving so much of it away so freely? |
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