Tibetan Buddhist Altar

4/10/2024 Wednesday by Wangmo

Theme: Expansion

Where there are limitations there is still room for expansion: that is the conundrum of astrological aspects at present. Working with the mind is called for. With the Moon in Taurus considerations are focused on security and values. Mercury retrograde conjunct the Sun invites us to more closely examine our life purpose. A healing process is underway.

Without hope of reward, provide help to others.~Nagarajuna

4/9/2024 Tuesday by Wangmo

Theme: Magnifying issues

Issues continue to be magnified with the Moon’s transit over Jupiter and Uranus. Expect some emotional turbulence as a consequence of both these planets connection to expansion and change. Mars and Saturn continue to operate as strange bed-fellows. On the one hand this aspect is ideal for harnessing energy for projects, and on the other it can bring old old karmic unsavory patterns to the surface. Knowing that everything is a result of past actions helps you understand the bigger context at this time.

You must be careful about what you eat, unless you want your body making heart valves out of things like bean dip.~Dave Barry

04-08-2024 Monday by Wangmo

Theme: Eclipse multiplier

Today EDT USA there will be a solar eclipse between 2-4.30pm. Every action today is magnified, virtuous and non-virtuous – so it’s a good day to focus on ethics and doing the best you can. The Sun and Moon are in the sign of Aries so impulsiveness can be magnified – but also courage and bravery. As with all eclipse times there is much activity preceding the event itself – which happened also to this astrologer who is only now resuming writing what has already passed!

You’re braver than you believe, stronger than you seem, and smarter than you think.~Winnie the Pooh

Venus conjoined with Moon brings enjoyment through social interaction. Your ability to give and receive is heightened, but as both planets are in Aries you have to temper impulsive energy. Being too assertive may be off putting but overall Sunday should be a very pleasant day.

“ Do not dwell in the past, do not dream of the future, concentrate the mind on the present moment.”  Buddha

The Moon is void of course today from 4.27am until 7.25am EST. Do not make any big decisions during this time period.

Theme:  The Rings of Saturn

Saturn’s influence is strong today , bringing a potential for frustration. If you channel your energy into hard and concentrated work it can help to avoid negative emotions.
Viewing expansion and growth through a pragmatic lens, will maintain equilibrium, neither idealistic nor excessively conservative.
Emotional authenticity based on logical morality will assist to maintain non reactivity under difficult circumstances.

“ My faith helps me overcome negative emotions and find my equilibrium .” H.H. Dalai Lama

Friday 4/5/24 by Miranda

Theme:  Stay Mindful

Moon conjuncts Mars and can affect your mood by feeling irritable or acting hastily. There’s always a possibility of accidents with this transit so be alert when driving or cooking. If you remain calm through adversity it’s possible to lead with courage and break through barriers. The word courage comes from the French word “ le coeur “ meaning the heart. Mars is in Pisces which can color action with empathy and compassion.
“. Kindness is a language the deaf can hear and the blind can see.”  Mark Twain

The Moon is void of course today from 1.40am until 7.13am EST. Do not make any big decisions during this time period..

4/4/2024 Thursday by Wangmo

Theme: Well, well, well

With Jupiter and Uranus square the Moon today there are challenges that both expand you and disrupt your routine – even though these big ticket items eventually get resolved. With Mars inching every closer to Saturn the normal wriggle room you have is simply not there. What to do when faced with seemingly impossible situations? Remember that this too shall pass, and in the meantime you can trouble shoot the outside problem, and your response to it, in equal measure.

I have a dream where society will replace guns with dictionaries.~ Anu Garg

4/3/2024 Wednesday by Wangmo

Theme: Subsiding intensity

After matters intensify in the last 24 hours, following the Moon’s transit of Pluto, intensity persists and thankfully subsides as the Moon pulls away from the magnetic transforming nature of Pluto and moves into the sign of Aquarius. The Moon in Aquarius ushers in a more dispassionate side of one’s nature which is good for innovation and technology fixes. Venus and Neptune are exactly conjunct which provide a real opportunity for having compassion for yourself and others in the midst of suffering.

Two thirds of humanity live in poverty so profound it can only be called death. And the most essential human right is the right to live, a right denied the majority.~ Gustavo Gutierrez

4/2/2024 Tuesday by Wangmo

Theme: Beneficial conditions

With the Moon in harmonious connection to Venus, Mars, Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus and Neptune the day flows more smoothly than usual. One’s purpose, as embodied by the Sun, is more aligned with where you need to head, rather than being stuck in the past. Healing comes when the mind is at ease. Of course nothing is perfect and the square between the Sun and Moon indicates the familiar challenge of expressing your inner nature while dealing with worldly matters.

The only power anywhere to make our path the mystical, heartfelt and truly sincere experience that it is for those who have always had it. The only power to do that is within us.~Jetsunma Ahkon Norbu Lhamo

4/1/2024 Monday by Wangmo

Theme: A good time to open your heart

The conjunction of Venus and Neptune reminds us that we have a boundless heart for compassion and benefiting others. Now is the time to access that energy and harness it for good. On an ordinary level it can make relationships more opaque and a little confusing. What better time then to meditate, contemplate and connect with our inner being. The Moon in Capricorn brings pragmatism to daily activities while the Mars/Saturn conjunction gives us energy to really work hard to achieve results. However, this aspect also reminds us to be on guard against our reactionary self which can destroy our good work in a moment.

If you have resentment in your heart, you’ve only got yourself to blame. If you could understand it’s not any outside thing but your own attachment or greed that causes the resentment in the first place, you would be able to let go of the emotion. If you have time to be angry, you might as well use that time to do something good for society, right?~Master Hsing Yun