Month: December 2010

Astrology

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12/18/2010     Saturday

Men and authority figures are possessed by a wild, jumpy energy.  At the same time, looking in the wrong direction, you could miss an important opportunity that’s handed to you on a platter!  What to do?  Nothing.  Mercury is still retrograde, making all impulsive forward action inadvisable.  Oliver Herford said, “Many are called, few get up.”  Be one of the few.  Still, shopping you already planned goes well.  Likewise, social or compassionate visits are nice.  Stay low key.

The daily astrology post affects everyone. Because individual charts vary, the circumstances outlined in the post will affect people differently. Some will feel this energy in the personal arena, some in finances, some with children or family, some in work and so forth. There are many departments of life. Look to see where the dynamic affects you!

Tsawei Lama 2

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Jetsunma greeting His Holiness Karma Kuchen
Jetsunma greeting His Holiness Karma Kuchen

It’s raining now, but I can see
That soon the sun will be with me.
It’s pouring now, but I can tell
That soon the bliss will come, as well.

That kiss of sunlight, a warming spell
Reminds me that when darkness fell
It seemed I’d lost you for a while
But then the gift- your blessing smile.

I knew that it would take some time
That soon the glory that is your Mind
Will come again, and in a while
You will come as a precious child.

Oh, lead me swiftly to that day
When I can close my eyes and pray
When I will know in that secret way
He has come!  He is here!  The great display!
Sent via BlackBerry by AT&T

Astrology

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12/17/2010     Friday

You have planned a day’s activity before you even get out of bed, it seems.  Perhaps you spent the night thinking.  Your plans are excellent, but it’s still not time to begin something brand new.  Tend to overlooked details, go shopping, decorate the house, and entertain friends.  Be especially careful to contact aging relatives, or those who are alone.  Now is the time to think of those who are gone.  It’s also the time to shop!  Buy something beautiful.  Another person can help you make the right choice.  You can mediate between two people or groups who can’t seem to agree.  Because you understand both sides, you can help them understand each other.  Dan Zadara said, “You have the power to make someone’s day.”  Go ahead and do it.

The daily astrology post affects everyone. Because individual charts vary, the circumstances outlined in the post will affect people differently. Some will feel this energy in the personal arena, some in finances, some with children or family, some in work and so forth. There are many departments of life. Look to see where the dynamic affects you!

Roar of the Dakini

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It is not for ordinary sentient beings to alter Tibetan Vajrayana Buddhism. It has been in this country, USA, only a short while. To decry the gifts of our great founding Lamas, Tulkus, also called Nirmanakaya Buddhas, these are jewels to gradually assimilate and practice, not to destroy with arrogance and pride. We may end up seeing some things differently here. But it should be gently and with loving concern.

Some people suggest we should destroy all Tulkus. And, naturally the woman who doesn’t play patriarchy goes first. If we have just ordinary people teaching, even from texts, is like the blind leading the blind. One can see easily that these folks have no profound wisdom, being so rude, hurtful and stuffed with pride. If sincere people follow ordinary people with no particular good qualities they will end up the same as them. These ordinary people claim supreme Enlightenment just because they believe it in a deluded way. If these people lead Vajrayana it is finished. They have no wisdom, do not know the pith instructions, and cannot give empowerment from a stainless source. Then we have nothing but a Tibetan flavored new age composite. Completely worthless. Some westerners don’t even do sadhana, or bother with empowerment. They just make up their own. Like a coloring book and crayons. Draw Superman and you can be him! No, really! Write it with the purple crayon so you can be on the purple ray!! Write “I AM THE SHYT! I am a Guru!” Then hand it in to your actual teacher and she/he may write “very creative!” Yet it is not correct.

Maybe someday there will be realization, when the pride is overcome, the arrogance, and maybe when the Bodhicitta is developed. No, it does not appear naturally without effort. You can’t do a little dance and Viola’ there it is. One must practice every day! Effort is essential. Intention must also be pure. Not to destroy, but to heal. I know of someone who says he/she has practiced for 30yrs and feels they don’t need any more but when you see them you know different. You see the hate, whining, selfishness and self absorption right away. No kindness. If we accept this as American Tibetan (?) Buddhism it is Kaliyuga for sure. The end. I have practiced and studied with great Masters for 30yrs also, and still do because of the intention to benefit beings, to dedicate the merit, and because I have faith and the wish to see all beings free of suffering. Until the bloated ego is pacified it is not truly possible to liberate and benefit beings. I am properly recognized, properly enthroned, and fully capable of teaching and helping sentient beings. But western wannabees crucify me every day. They will not stop this woman. And I will continue to keep my Lineage, and all Nyingmapa, the ancient ones sacred. I will protect my own and all beings.

And, yes this is the work if a woman! I will not crumble. And I am terribly sad for those who cannot see that wisdom. Yes, I am woman, watch me roar!!! Deal with it or not – your choice.

OM MANI PEDME HUNG! OM BENZAR SATO HUNG!

©Jetsunma Ahkön Lhamo

Astrology

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12/16/2010      Thursday

Overconfidence reigns supreme, and you have to consciously prevent yourself from over-committing.  Don’t gamble on anything; you have stars in your eyes and you aren’t seeing clearly.  Travel is favored, something you’ve planned previously.  Relax, rest, and enjoy yourself.  Artistic pursuits are favorable, and continuing to review the past or rework something is excellent.  On the medical front, bone scans, and dentistry are favored.  A governmental agency, or a large group is working behind the scenes to fix something that needs fixing.  Visit older people or long-term friends; encourage reminiscence.  This is an excellent time to write down historical information that will be lost if it isn’t recorded now.  A component of excavation or mining for information is present. You could dig up something extremely valuable.  Exercise to work off your excess energy.

The daily astrology post affects everyone. Because individual charts vary, the circumstances outlined in the post will affect people differently. Some will feel this energy in the personal arena, some in finances, some with children or family, some in work and so forth. There are many departments of life. Look to see where the dynamic affects you!

Unwind Obsessive Behavior

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If you can do nothing else, at least be kind and tolerant. You can do that. There is no excuse for being rude. Often, people are rude and hateful on twitter. I have pondered this for a while. I think it is that people hide behind computers, saying rude and terrible, hurting things because they cannot be seen. Even with skype, not the same. It is a kind of cowardice as one does not have to look their victim in the eye. To tweet, we may not be able to recognize them as human. Even if there are conversations, still we hide behind computer screens. This is both bad and good. We can use this format to connect and give info. Or it can be used to harm and hurt others. Why is that a pleasure to some? This hurting thing? Rage and obsession I think – he lack of ability to turn around and move on – fixation that one has no control over.

Now, I disagree. OCD can be treated with medicine and therapy. Another technique is Buddhist. The trick is to disassemble the whole thing. Of one is obsessed with a person, see them differently. Say, those lovely green eyes. Put them in your visualization in a glass of water. Their hair? How about the Christmas tree? What else do you like? Teeth? OK put them on a shelf. And those “special” parts? Oh, maybe the sink disposal. Then look at the mess and ask “where is this person? Glass? Shelf?” And which is the part I am obsessed with?”. As you can see, obsession is about conceptual proliferation. Common elements assembled by habit. And seen as real and solid. It isn’t about the object of obsession at all. It is habitual tendency. IF we recognize that we can change it with this technique.

We get obsessed with so many things! Cars, homes, mates, and also hearing oneself talk in a way that seems intelligent. Obsessed with sports (not as bad! Ha!) Clothing, anything. I am quite nearly obsessed with saving dogs. So we must ask: is this obsession reasonable? Wholesome? Does it contribute to society? Our planet? If not, if it goes contrary to the rules of society, let it go! What’s the point? There is absolutely no benefit. Stick with the good stuff- respect, kindness, health, spiritual growth. This is useful!

Now some people need medication and therapy to manage this, and something profound to fill their hearts and minds. Many times OCD is the substitute for something.

I feel it is good to stop demonizing psychiatric care. Be brave and honest. Get the medicine and treatment you need to be happy. And please do try and practice Dharma – Buddhism, face the illness and win! You can do this. You too can be happy! Just don’t fake it. And declare yourself superior to others. That is part of the illness. Delusion. You CAN overcome. Try compassion, love and respect, and you will be happy!

©Jetsunma Ahkön Lhamo

The Blessing

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Hear my prayer, Beloved

The prayer of my heart

May you walk in freedom

May your way be filled with love

May the sun warm you and guide your way

And your way be gentle

For you and yours may there be peace

In all your days, food and drink

May your heart be blessed with dreams

And awaken to the nectar of compassion

May you come freely to the light

And know the nature of your mind

With the love and care

Of a mothers tender heart

I beseech you

Do not turn away

Oh hear this, hear this prayer

A whisper in the dark

Hear my love for you

Sweet, gentle, compassions play

Can you hear me?

I am calling you

Calling you

Beloved come forth!

©Jetsunma Ahkön Lhamo 2009

Astrology

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12/15/2010     Wednesday

You must address someone else’s concerns early in the day. Do what you are asked to do. This seems frustrating, but it opens the door to exactly what you need.  Again, spend time thinking of your goals and working out the kinks.  The architect draws up the plans for a house carefully, and once the plans are ready construction can begin.  You are still in the planning stage; don’t start construction yet!  Avoid over committing yourself, promising more than you can deliver.  Energy that has been trapped or diverted is in the process of freeing up. Hold your horses; let the process unfold.  Have a romantic evening tonight, it’s a lovely time and you are refreshed by your dear ones.

The daily astrology post affects everyone. Because individual charts vary, the circumstances outlined in the post will affect people differently. Some will feel this energy in the personal arena, some in finances, some with children or family, some in work and so forth. There are many departments of life. Look to see where the dynamic affects you!

Astrology

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12/14/2010     Tuesday

Energy, you’ve got it!  Beware of using your energy to annoy others, or you could be the annoyed one. You are like a racehorse at the starting gate, jumpy and eager to GO!  But it isn’t time to take action; it’s time to plan.  A deep, far reaching movement is happening.  Something is changing at its very root.  You are in the process of re-thinking and re-formulating long held goals. Forward action is not favorable right now.  It’s better to spend time working through issues from the past, researching what has and has not been successful.  Think and plan.  Look to history or to significant people who have found success in what you wish to do.  Strive to learn and emulate their strategies.  Abraham Joshua Heschel said, “When I was young, I admired clever people.  Now that I am old, I admire thoughtful people.”  Be thoughtful.

The daily astrology post affects everyone. Because individual charts vary, the circumstances outlined in the post will affect people differently. Some will feel this energy in the personal arena, some in finances, some with children or family, some in work and so forth. There are many departments of life. Look to see where the dynamic affects you!

You Can Start a War … Can You Stop It?

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We are having some upsets in my house … But it’s all impermanent.

I have found if one stays totally centered, not letting confusion, sadness, or anger etc run the show it clears it out. Even if others insist on fighting, hurting, etc it is far better to ignore than to engage. I like to think of Kyabje His Holiness Penor Rinpoche seated on a throne above the crown of my head, blessing and protecting. And he appears as the Primordial Dharmakaya Guru Rinpoche, perfectly stable.

I also have always, since childhood, had a place in my heart I call my calm center. If I remain there, the undisturbed uncontrived state is like a soothing balm for a weary heart. When I was a child I practically lived there when there was trouble at home. And I’m still here!

It is always difficult to know why certain personality types prefer rage, hurtful behavior, vulgarity, etc as it brings no comfort or benefit and actually makes the mind more and more inflamed with bad qualities. In every religion or path it is taught that human kindness and respect are the right method. It is healthy for mind and body, and keeps us in a more joyful and reverent place; with right thought and right activity. So there really is no other choice if one is serious on the path. At some point one must take their activity and intention to task! And learn to look within to put our own house in order. Try to think of others first, be kind and giving, and happiness will follow.

Remember: you have the power to create war and conflict. Anyone does. The real issue is do you have the power to stop?

©Jetsunma Ahkön Lhamo

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