Tibetan Buddhist Altar

Theme:  The Writers Club

Today, like the last several weeks, all planets except Pluto, are in 3 signs only: Pisces, Aries and Taurus. This in a large part has been the cause of the intensity we have experienced personally and externally. Most of the conjunctions are moving apart so we should start to notice a lessening of the intensity.
Mercury and the North Node is one of these conjunctions, which is helpful for writing and journaling. Over the last couple of weeks you may have had writer’s block, but Mercury is now direct and creative juices should be flowing. Venus is still in Taurus stimulating creativity in the Arts.
Channeling our thoughts and energies through creative mediums can be very beneficial to share with others now.

“ Creativity is seeing what others see and thinking what no-one else ever thought.”
Albert Einstein

5/2/2024 Thursday by Wangmo

Theme: Strengthening

As Mars pulls away from Neptune your sense of self is more solidified and your boundaries are clearer – which is good for individual physical energy but has challenges when it comes to choosing between self-interest and the greater good. Nevertheless physical health is also important in being able to help others. The Sun in Taurus reminds us that self-care can also increase a sense of security.

It is the ego that wants to punish and criticize; it actually thrives on such activities! The best, most reliable medicine for this disease of mind stuck in ‘ego-made’ is simply to relax. That’s it.~Chokyi Nyima Rinpoche

The Moon is Void of Course today between EDT USA 5.28am until 2:52pm. Avoid starting new projects, making new purchases, planning big events or signing contracts during this time. Take time for inner reflection and self-care.

5/1/2024 Wednesday by Wangmo

Theme: Warrior energy

Mars has moved into Aries bringing a firebrand into play, but also energy that enables you to strengthen and move forward, as long as you don’t stir up battles along the way, depleting your gains. With the Moon square the Sun today there is some feeling of dissonance, which is reinforced by a feeling of separation as the Moon squares Uranus. The antidote is finding a place or space where you feel interconnected.

Diversity in counsel, unity in command.~Cyrus the Great

4/30/2024 Tuesday by Wangmo

Theme: Intensity

Today the Moon conjuncts Pluto which embodies the Great Mother. So it’s a bit of a doozy but also, as with all challenging aspects, an opportunity. The opportunity with this aspect lies in letting go attachment and deep habitual patterns in order to be of more benefit to others. In other words it asks how can we be of fearless service in the world? The square Pluto also makes to Venus focuses our attention on how we relate to others. What is our hidden agenda in relationships? Venus shines a light in this shadowy area of our lives.

Train the body and develop stamina and endurance. But the spirit of competition and power that presides over them is not good, it reflects a distorted vision of life.~Taisen Deshimaru

The Moon is Void of Course today between EDT USA 11.19am until 11:20am. Avoid starting new projects, making new purchases, planning big events or signing contracts during this time. Take time for inner reflection and self-care.

4/29/2024 Monday by Wangmo

Theme: Calming relationships

With Venus moving into Taurus expect relationships to be a little smoother and solid, notwithstanding a certain stubborn quality that comes with all things Taurus. Flexibility isn’t associated with Taurus, but resilience is. Pluto squaring Venus reinforces the need for inner strength in dealing with challenges. The Moon in Capricorn conjunct Ceres reminds us that we are all connected and that when we give, we receive.

We all have Buddha nature. No one is better than anyone. Emptiness is the great equanimity.~Dzongsar Khyentse Rinpoche

Theme:  Gently Delving

Sun and Moon are in a gentle aspect that brings inner peace, stability and balance. The Sun moves away from Pluto’s challenge of inner transformation that has brought some insight into what needs to be transformed. Pluto is slow moving; often what is buried within our minds takes time to emerge but occasionally we get glimpses. Pluto gives us persistence and dogged determination to never give up, while the Moon moving into Capricorn aids research by providing emotional control as we peer into our subconscious.

“  Knowing yourself is the beginning of all wisdom.”  Aristotle

Theme:  To do or not to do?

The Neptune/ Mars conjunction stimulates the ability to act on dreams and ideals and bring to fruition. There is a strong urge to transcend the physical world. The Moon squaring both planets may help your drive for action but challenges may arise that sap your energy at the same time.
Venus, Mercury and Moon all align to bring social interaction and communication to the fore, making it easier to plan action for the changes you wish to make spiritually, rather than implementing them.

“  The wave does not need to die to become water. She is already water.”
Thich Nhat Hanh

Theme:  Moving Forward

The Moon moves into Sagittarius bringing optimism and enthusiasm to our view of life. The timing couldn’t be more perfect with Mercury going direct. The next few days will be joyful, not experiencing befuddled communications and technical glitches!
Today you will more at ease with your feelings than recently, better able both to express yourself and listen to others equally. Travel may be of interest to you and now is a good time to book a summer vacation. Don’t be surprised to hear from old friends or family.

“  If you don’t like the road you’re walking, start paving a new one.”  Dolly Parton

4/25/2024 Thursday by Wangmo

Theme: Communication and purpose

A theme for today is purposeful communication. Now that Mercury, the planet of communication, is direct in the direct speaking sign of Aries you can be clear in your communication so long as it’s not hooked to a hidden agenda. Thinking before one speaks is still called for. You have more energy but beware of overdoing it as energy levels continue to fluctuate.

We should plant the seed of unconditional love, expecting nothing for ourselves, seeking only to bring happiness to others-not only to our tiny little family and our little circle of friends where we can get lots of acclaim, and people can notice who is providing the happiness.~Jetsunma Ahkon Norbu Lhamo

The Moon is Void of Course today between EDT USA 7.17pm until 9:37pm. Avoid starting new projects, making new purchases, planning big events or signing contracts during this time. Take time for inner reflection and self-care.

4/24/2024 Wednesday

Theme: Minding the mind

With the Moon in Scorpio opposing the Uranus Jupiter conjunction expect a few emotional outburst moments as unexpected internal pressures are exposed. Remember to draw on the stabilizing force of the Sun in Taurus during this month. There is fortitude and perseverance to be had at this time. With Mars conjunct Neptune energy levels fluctuate and direct approaches in dealing with conflict may not not necessarily resolve issues.

In the vast ocean of existence, suffering ripples through every one’s journey. Realizing this universal truth, why not cultivate kindness as the luminous light that dissipates the shadows of pain?~Namgay Dawa Rinpoche