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6/11/2024 Tuesday by Wangmo

Theme: Flexibility

With so many planets in Gemini (four to be precise) it’s a good opportunity to go with the flow and be flexible. The devil is in the detail so take care of details! Another feature of Gemini is integrating the light and dark, more hidden side of your nature. Acknowledging both parts can allow for more integration. The Moon in Leo shines a bright, more optimistic light on your activities today..

…the essence of practice is to be in a state of open presence, in unity with any feeling that may arise.~Chogyal Namkay Norbu Rinpoche

The Moon is Void of Course between 3.16pm and 1.39am the following day. Avoid starting new projects. Spend time in reflection.

6/10/2024 Monday by Wangmo

Theme: The heart of love

With the Sun and Venus still close together, by degree, it’s an opportunity to open the door to the heart. Opening that door enables transformation and has a flow on effect in the wider sphere of your life and also benefits others. Mars has moved into Taurus bringing a more earthy step-by-step approach to asserting and defending your territory. Taurus is ruled by Venus reminding us that if you add kindness to any equation it transforms the ‘I’ into ‘us’. The Moon is in Leo today bringing a new spark of confidence and creativity to the next couple of days.

Suffering only happens through clinging and through desire. So due to our delusion we continue to lust after our experience, and that lust continues to cause our suffering.~Jetsunma Ahkon Norbu Lhamo

6/6/2024 Thursday by Wangmo

Theme: Dealing with limitations

With the Moon square Saturn today you have restrictions and feel more isolated. It’s a good time to work within the restrictions yet find ways to stay connected, including connecting to the environment. It’s a great time to write letters and any kind of missive. Take the time to find ways you can lighten the load you bear by transforming your view.

If our aim is enlightenment – or at least some form of spiritual growth – then anytime we are hurt, we can view it as an opportunity.~Dzigar Kongtrul Rinpoche

6/5/2024 Wednesday by Wangmo

Theme: To and Fro.

With the Moon in Gemini, joining Mercury, the Sun and Venus there are lots of points of contact today with communicating with one another, and clarifying those communications, and there are constant adjustments to changing circumstances. Elsewhere, Mars is still in Aries providing a fiery, warrior like energy to any need to defend or assert oneself. It’s a good placement for physical activity as long you you don’t push yourself beyond your limits.

Even if you’ve got eyes to see other people, you need a mirror to see yourself.~Tibetan proverb

4/6/2024 Tuesday by Wangmo

Theme: Expanding the mind

With Jupiter conjunct Mercury it’s a great time to expand your view focusing on the betterment of humanity. That might seem like a big ask but Jupiter expands our view enabling us to think of others, while Mercury enables us to connect the parts in order to make the whole work. The test is not overdoing it. Also, even with the most difficult astrological aspects Jupiter and Venus are working in flow and harmony today, softening the most challenging of circumstances, and offering a silver lining.

All that we are looking for in life – all the happiness, contentment, and peace of mind – is right here in the present moment. Our very own awareness is itself fundamentally pure and good.~Mingyur Rinpoche

6/3/2024 Monday by Wangmo

Mercury slips into the sign of Gemini bringing an increased focus on communication and activities that conveys information swiftly. The Moon in Taurus slows the pace of intense Gemini activity, asking that we proceed slowly. Attention and care of the body is emphasized. Pluto continues its retrograde course making some of us feel like it’s Groundhog day.

Our “view” is our way of understanding the world; it is based on our perceptions. Right View is a view that transcends dualistic thinking, a living insight into the reality of life.~Thich Nhat Hahn

5/30/2024 Thursday by Wangmo

Theme: Disseminating and contemplation

With the Moon in Pisces in the last quarter it’s a good time to tie up loose ends, finish and complete tasks. The Moon in Pisces provides nurturing waters for reflection and contemplation. As the Moon approaches Saturn, rather than turning away from others, turn to spiritual practices for insights. Diligence pays off. Beauty is a touchstone for upliftment at this time.

Please focus within, and shine the light of your love on to the world…~Chamtrul Rinpoche

5/29/2024 Wednesday by Wangmo

Theme: Harmony comes with view

With the Moon Void of Course most of the day it’s a time for tying up loose ends and not undertaking overly large projects. Small is good. Later in the day the Moon squares the conjunction of Jupiter, Venus and the Sun creating a tension that can inspire a search for more spaciousness and reflection on what is actually doable. At this time it is better pays to take small bites of the pie of life.

We may think that in meditation we have a lot to do. That’s why sometimes we say, I’m “doing” meditation. Actually there’s nothing to do. Just sit. ~Dzogchen Ponlop Rinpoche

The Moon is Void of Course today between EDT USA 10.20am until 8:33am. Avoid starting new projects, making new purchases, planning big events or signing contracts during this time. Take time for inner reflection and self-care.

5/28/2024 Tuesday by Wangmo

Theme: Communication habits

With Mercury square the Moon today you’ll be forgiven for wishing to hold your tongue. The unpredictability of communications is the cause. However, as the situation is fluid repairs can always be made. Mercury is also moving towards Uranus bringing an underlying pressure to change the way you communicate. It can also mean sudden unexpected ruptures in communication. There is always a saving grace and this time the Sun in Gemini shines upon all communication conundrums and keeps the communication situation flexible enough to find the middle ground.

When our mind is disturbed by strong emotions, we’re no longer lucid and peaceful, and our perceptions are distorted. When our mind is calm like a peaceful lake, we reflect things as they are.~Thich Nhat Hahn

5/27/2024 Monday by Wangmo

Theme: Deepening

With the Moon approaching Pluto today, conjunct in Aquarius, there is an opportunity to reflect on your routines, emotions and intentions: change and innovation are friends at this time. While the Sun has moved past Jupiter and Venus , there is still the ambience of optimism that pervades the space, notwithstanding that in the sign of Gemini changes in direction are inevitable. Mars is conjunct Chiron reminding you that forward movement can be impeded by past emotional wounds.

It is such a mistake to assume that practicing dharma will help us calm down and lead an untroubled life; nothing could be further from the truth. Dharma is not a therapy. Quite the opposite, in fact; dharma is tailored specifically to turn your life upside down-it’s what you sign up for.~Dzongsar Khyentse Rinpoche

The Moon is Void of Course today between EDT USA 4.42pm until 4:45am. Avoid starting new projects, making new purchases, planning big events or signing contracts during this time. Take time for inner reflection and self-care.