{Weekend} Moon Mind
1.18 Moon moves from its own sign of Cancer and Ashlesha nakshatra, to Leo and Magha nakshatra at 7:26 am CST. Magha is ruled by Pitr which is connected to the ancestors and those who have come before us- especially the father's lineage. (Pitr is part of the root word for paternal). Today is a day of remembrance and honor. This nakshatra reminds us to pause and give gratitude for all those who have come before us and what has transpired in order to get us to this point, this moment right now. Without the efforts of our ancestors, we wouldn't exist, nor would we have the awareness that we do at this moment in time. Light a candle on your altar today for those who have come before and give your gratitude. Some may wake up Saturday morning with sudden insight, ideas or flashes of awareness. These flashes may continue at times through out the day. Keep a pad and paper handy to write down your thoughts. Sun has gained some strength now so capitalize on this and gain some momentum, action and prosperity. Effort and perseverance will get you far today. Watch for temper, rigidity and ego however. 1.19 Moon is in Leo and moves to Purvaphalguni at 10:07 am CST which is ruled by Bhaga and the planet Venus. Bhaga rules over prosperity luck and fortune. He is one of the twelve Adityas who all bring their sustenance to us, but each in a different way. Bhaga also helps us with love and marriage, pleasure and sexuality. Passionate creative acts such as art, dance and music are enlivened through Bhaga help as well. Bhaga nourishes our relationships- with Self, others and life, but doesn't necessarily sustain them (that happens through Aryaman and Uttaraphalguni which comes after Purvaphalguni in the cosmic organization of things). Today is a day of enjoyment, connection and creation. Move with it and let it move you. With retrograde Venus receiving drishti from both Saturn and Mars in Sagittarius (ruled by Jupiter who is currently retrograde as well) it may be a day where we are asked to work on our relationships as well. Spend quality time with your lover, family or friends. Be open and receptive without giving advice. Watch out for unsolicited advice from others! There will likely be plenty of it. Art and creative process will not be a waste of time. Channel your frustrations into your art. A perfect day for some Creative Engagement (see below).
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12.22 Moon has moved to Leo and in Magha nakshatra, ruled by Pitr and Ketu. There is a connection to the ancestors here, particularly the fathers lineage and family karmas. Sun (ruler of Leo) and Mercury are both in Mula nakshatra right now, ruled by Ketu as well and the disheveled wife of Adharma (against dharma), Nirrti. Ketu is currently sitting in Ashwini nakshatra also ruled by Ketu. There is a lot of Ketu energy alive and active today. Ketu cuts and takes away, Mula removes and uproots. Expect changes, restructuring, plans to go a bit awry and some tempestuous inner landscapes to occur- especially for the mental/physical bodies. Change and loss brings opportunities for new possibilities, new choices and a different direction. Which way are you going and what do you need to do differently in order to get there? Track your response to the changes and ponder the need for stability vs. flexibility. Moon Mind :::
Thursday, 9.5 New Moon was early this morning in Leo at 6:37 CDT. Sun is currently there as well in its own sign. Moon is in Purvaphalguni nakshatra until 20:56 CDT this evening when it moves to Uttarphalguni nakshatra. We might be feeling some upliftment, a general easing, and a willingness to step out and shine because of the Sun and Jupiter influences on the day. Venus and Mercury are both Sandhi as they change signs today and are heading into more positive houses. Fast moving Mercury moves to its exaltation position (Virgo) at 14:10 CDT today and will be there with Venus for a few hours until Venus moves to Libra (its own sign) at 21:50 this evening where it joins Saturn and Rahu there. The focus for today as well as for the new Moon is on relationships, the feminine (including divine feminine), creativity, passion and all things related to Venus as well as the emotional correlation to these. Use this time for self-expansion, but do it with an inward focus. There is some vulnerability with this new Moon so be careful with the aforementioned indications as well as with travel and cars/driving, at this time. Cultivating your creativity is time well spent today. Find this Week's Creative Engagement New Moon activity via my horoscopes ::: http://www.swatijrjyotish.com/1/post/2013/09/horoscopes-for-the-week-of-92.html Moon Mind :::
Tuesday 9.3, Wednesday 9.4 Moon moves from its own sign of Cancer and Ashlesha nakshatra into Leo and Magha nakshatra at 18:14 CDT. Sharp emotions turn to sharp mind late in the day. Dig deep, confront illusion, probe into the emotional expression of life and take notes. Later in the evening insights and clarity may come, albeit quickly. You can thank the ancestors and Ketu for any information gained. Moon moves to Purvaphalguni nakshatra at 19:48 CDT and brings a spark of creativity with it. Ruled by Bhaga and Venus, the focus will be on relationships and relating. Venus is moving from its debilitation sign, Virgo, and will be sandhi (in the gap) and therefor weak. Relationship skills may be low and sandhi Mercury challenges communication. Stay inward if possible and have compassion for those who are having difficulties. Watch your cravings and overindulgence in sweets, alcohol and drugs. Mind your manners. Moon passes through Capricorn, Aquarius, Pisces and into Aries. Full Moon in Aquarius on 8.20 at 20:44 CDT and will be in Dhanishta nakshatra. Use this time to shine and be seen, but don't be surprised if it is on an introverted level. Emotions can run amok so guard your sensitivity and need for sacred space if necessary.
Mars has now moved to Cancer- it's sign of debilitation- until October 5th. This placement of Mars can create a tendency to "over do it" and often our imbalances with the way we use action comes to light during this time. Be especially aware of emotions- which are just a response to our actions. Work with appropriate boundaries at this time. Be particularly vigilant with relationships- starting with the relationship to Self. Awareness of the critic/victim paradigm can be useful. See my recent article for more details. Mercury moves to Leo 8.20 at 18:14 CDT, while Moon is strong in the 15th tithi. Mercury is weak in degrees and sandhi (in the gap) until later in the day on the 21st. Watch communication, especially with women, relationships in general and creativity. However, the liminal is an excellent place to acquire creative illumination. Use this time to day dream. Just don't expect quantified productivity. Mercury will be transiting Leo with Sun (there in its own sign) and is moving extra quickly right now. Normally it takes about a month for Mercury to make it through each sign, but he will be in Leo for only about 17 days. It's next stop is exaltation in Virgo just as Venus leaves its debilitation sign, Virgo, for its own sign, Libra. Business should get better at that point. Creative Engagement Activity for the Week ::: Create three hearts. One for the emotional, physical and mental bodies (extra credit: make one for the spiritual body as well). Use color, texture, multiple mediums to create your hearts. Give each heart a title and then for each heart, finish these statements: I think, I feel, I imagine. Use these statements to create a haiku for each image. Haiku's are created with three lines- in the form of 5,7,5 syllables each. Follow my daily Moon Mind posts on Facebook and via my blog for increased daily insights into the dance of nakshatra/pranic/intuitive and creative awareness. Now booking sessions for both Jyotish and Jyotish + Expressive Art Therapy work. Find Details about my offerings here: http://www.swatijrjyotish.com/services--offerings.html *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: Career may be the focus of the week, but don't neglect home and heart/emotional matters. Relationships in general are creating a bit of pressure and may feel extra demanding, especially those at home and at work. Children and educational matters need your attention as well, but these are shining brightly, so support the tendency. Watch for debts and overspending as well as the temptation for excess sweets, alcohol/drugs and carbs. Get your car tuned up. Taurus: This week's focus is on spiritual pursuits. how does this connect to your career, your offering to the world? There is a desire to create, but a lack of motivation and enthusiasm to follow through. Remember small steps, eventually they get you where you want to go. You may feel a swell of heart expansion, but reserve some of this attention for the Self. Boundary work is a top priority right now. Gemini: This time of expansion is giving you plenty of growth. This week focus on inner transformations and lay a solid foundation for your Self, before throwing your self out into the inevitable spotlight. Outer depends on inner. And though your creativity is at an all-time high, some grounding force is essential for long-term sustainability. Even geniuses need proper TLC and rest. Cancer: Home, heart, relationship with mother, land and vehicles become a strong focus in the coming weeks. This impacts your relationships in general and how you handle them. Watch for internalized and externalized anger, fears and anxiety. Rely on your inner knowledge and awareness to show you the way and use your energy properly. There's a lot of heat inside; channel it for maximum propulsion and put your creative energy to good work. Leo: You are the bright, shiny object everyone keeps looking at. As Mae West said "It is better to be looked over than overlooked." Expect the attention to continue for a while yet but note that creative storms abound, which may make life feel a little less comfortable then you'd like it to. Watch how you treat others and be mindful of the ego at this time. Pat your Self on the back for a job well done, but know when to leave the ego at the coat check. Learn from others at this time- even if it's what not to do. Virgo: If I was your therapist, I would have a little chat about "constructive criticism vs. deconstructive." I would then give homework to you about "dancing with your critic" and ask you to take it on a date, nourish it and create a more compatible relationship with it. This little friend won't seem to leave you alone! Might as well get used to it and figure out how she/he/it can be an asset, a strength even, rather than a debilitating force. Libra: This week has you putting focus on home, heart and emotional matters as well as mother and land/property and vehicles. You may feel the need for a home, some grounding force, or extra support emotionally. Take necessary alone time to move through this. Set goals and desires to paper and give them a structured frame for later activation. Education requires attention as do friendships and lovers. Don't spread your self too thin. Especially these next two months with debilitated Mars in your 10th house of career- the tendency is to push too hard on the out stroke, when the need is to go within. Scorpio: It may feel like meditation is impossible, the spiritual zest of norm is getting lost, and that life's typical magic is feeling numbed down. Remember the simplicity, even the mundane, can be spectacular. Change how you are looking at things- clean your spectacles. Careful with friendships, matters of the heart, father and guru right now. Shine with career and sharing the hidden realms which come naturally for you. Mind your spicy tongue. Sagittarius: Career matters are getting less and less thrilling and home and heart, the things that nurture and comfort, feel much more attractive. Ask for what you need in relationships- without anger and attack. Be especially careful with friends and older siblings. Use some of your creative energy for increasing your skill set, using your hands, and getting physical. But hibernate in bed or on retreat if necessary. Capricorn: Suddenly relationships may feel like a chore and yet maintaining them is of central importance. You may feel extreme power and personal charge- expect others to notice. Can you make this a positive? Career is especially active and demanding right now. It's important to not overdo it, to watch your personal resources, boundaries, and to keep in check your general tendency towards overworking. This is a test. I repeat. This is only a test. Don't get burned out. Aquarius: Your attention on the Self and all the extra effort you've been clocking in on it is admirable. My question is, what is a balanced approach to the inner/outer realms of existence? Both contain truths and can't, should not be avoided. With the Sun now in your 7th house of relationships, expect to restore some balance to this paradigm by forcing you to look at the mirror of truths- the "other". Hmmm. Very chicken and egg of the universe don't you think? Pisces: The "other". Ugh. They take you away from everything- Self time, personal rituals and needs, and seem to create emotional debt! Is it even worth it? This is a time to closely evaluate your relationships, but not necessarily to cash them in! Be really honest with your Self right now. What is working for me? What isn't? Get brutally clear about what needs to shift in order for you to be more fulfilled within your relationships. Do so alone. Take your time. No action steps required. Yet. |
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