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Tuesday by Wangmo

Theme: Mercurial moments

With Mercury and the Sun, and the Moon all close to one another in Gemini it’s a ‘moment to moment’ kind of thing: short-excursions, writing and sending messages are all part of the equation. Gemini is a mutable sign which means shifting and changing and identifying flexible avenues to reach your destination. It’s a good day to tread with a lighter step. Saturn and Neptune remain conjunct in Aries which poses structural challenges to whatever personal planets lie in it’s path – particularly planets in early degrees in the cardinal signs of Aries, Libra, Cancer and Capricorn.

The real meaning of luminosity is a lucid knowing. It is awareness free from darkness.~ Tulku Urgyen Rinpoche

Monday by Wangmo

Theme: News and changing schedules

With the Moon and Sun conjunct Mercury today expect changing schedules and news from near and far. It’s a good time for communication and thinking through activity. The new Moon brings new energy, enthusiasm and ideas to change things up. Saturn in Aries invites discipline in areas where you are normally impulsive and unbridled. It helps you achieve your goals with sheer hard work! There are no short-cuts wherever Saturn is – but effort does bring reward.

Time is an illusion. Lunchtime doubly so!~Douglas Adams, The Hitchhiker;s Guide to the Galaxy.

The Moon is Void of Course between 9.52am and 1.21pm. Avoid major decisions including signing contract signing. Spend time attending to the ‘small is beautiful’ part of your life.

Theme:   Slow down and Smell the Roses

The Moon moves into Taurus today slowing down our emotional reactions and helps to maintain stability. It’s easy to find inner contentment when connecting with nature.
There is security in predictability but Taurus can often bring out our stubborn side and resistance to change.
This could be exacerbated as Moon squares Mars allowing irritability to surface. Be careful when working with sharp metal instruments, accidents can occur when acting out of haste or frustration.
“ Learning to relax and dance reduces our fear and brings space and awareness to habitual responses.”
Dzigar Kongtrul

Theme:   Catching that Thought

Mercury conjunct Uranus is a fast tempo transit, ideas and communications are sped up. Intuition, puzzles and research are all in the mix but be careful not to get too scattered.
Excitement may lead to burnout of the nervous system, or bring errors in judgment. Group work can also come up with creative solutions to problems that had previously seemed unsolvable.
“ Being present brings contentment. We don’t need to look for a better thought, a better emotion, or a better place to be.”
Dzigar Kongtrul

The Moon is Void of Course from 7.44am until 1.38pm EDT. Do not make any major decisions during this time period.

Theme:   Action

The Moon in Aries is all about action and conjunct Venus as well you may find yourself gathering with friends, not just to socialize but to engage in some project. Either you or someone in your circle can inspire and lead others. Your physical energy should be more vibrant than usual, giving you the confidence and courage to tackle new projects.
There may be some level of study or research involved with what you are doing. Pluto’s influence assists in maintaining focus and concentration. Just make sure you complete whatever you start, because Aries energy may take you in a completely different direction by the end of the day.
“ Have no fear of perfection  –  you’ll never reach it.”   Salvador Dali

Wednesday by Wangmo

Theme: Communication in all forms

The Sun has moved into Gemini bringing a focus on all things concerning communication along with changeable schedules and personal positions. Expect messages and missives this month with more meaning than usual. The Moon conjunct the north node and Saturn points towards helpful meetings with those that can provide you practical steps about how to move forward in a new way. The Sun is trine Pluto, enables you to tap more deeply into your energy reserves.

Creativity and ego cannot go together. If you free yourself from the comparing and jealous mind, your creativity opens up endlessly. You must not be your own obstacle.~Jeon Kwan, Korean Buddhist Nun

Tuesday by Wangmo

Theme: Connecting with the heart

The Moon moves into the water sign of Pisces today bringing a softening and more open-hearted approach to life that compliments the Sun and Mercury in the earth sign of Taurus. The Sun is pulling away from Uranus making for less instability. Mars trine Venus enables you to connect with your inner yin and yang, making you feel more whole.

Hope is like the sun. If you only believe it when you see it you’ll never make it through the night.~Princess Leia, Star Wars

Monday by Wangmo

Theme: Increasing pressure

With Uranus one degree away from the Sun the next two days in particular can be more of a testing time in dealing with increased pressure and sudden external changes. You can can use this time internally to see where you seek more freedom in areas that may not be free flowing or spontaneous: current frustrations can help you identify key areas. The Moon in Aquarius provides space for innovation and experimentation with your daily schedule.

Freedom lies in being bold.~Robert Frost