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26-Sep-2012
Transformational Mix
Astral Weather Report, October '12
Right off the bat, Venus calls for a new way of doing business in the love and romance department. On October 3, this benefactor moves into grounded Virgo, suggesting a period of...
05-Sep-2012
Vivacious Venus
Planetary Days of the Week
Venus—Goddess of love and beauty—is the planetary orb ruling Friday. The Morning or Evening Star is revered as the light of inspiration and a beacon of truth, goodness and purity. Important to...
29-Aug-2012
Kicking It Into Gear
Astral Weather Report, Sept. '12
September kicks off with a mood of organization and discipline. The Virgo Sun encourages you to get organized. Pay attention to health, pets, your daily routine and service to others.
15-Aug-2012
Leo Yogis
Astrology for Yogis - #9
As yoga students and teachers, the Full Moon has significant meaning for our practice, and its observation is part of a rich yogic heritage. This month, we celebrate Leo Yogis...
25-Jul-2012
Full Moon in Aquarius
Astral Weather Report, August 2012
The Full Moon on the first day of the month sets the opening scene for August 2012. With the Moon in Aquarius opposite the Sun in Leo, tension mounts between the need to be of service...
11-Jul-2012
Joyful Jupiter
Planetary Days of the Week
Thursday’s planetary ruler is the largest planet in our solar system, considered to be the most auspicious. Jupiter is associated with luck, youth, wisdom, integrity and grace, protecting and enlightening.
27-Jun-2012
Fun with Leo
Astral Weather Report, July '12
July is off to an emotionally charged start, thanks to the Full Moon on July 3. This energy stresses the dynamic between home and family with career and worldly...
13-Jun-2012
Gemini Yogis
Astrology for Yogis - #8
Since the most ancient of times, in all cultures, and before all religions, the day of Summer Solstice was considered the turning point of the year. Many communities centered...
30-May-2012
June's A-Blooming
Astral Weather Report, June '12
June begins with a retrograde Venus period, suggesting a time to reflect on and perhaps rekindle old relationships. However, if possible, it may be good to hold off on tying the knot...
09-May-2012
Mercurial Wednesday
Planetary Days of the Week
Wednesday’s planetary ruler is Mercury—the messenger of the Gods—guiding the intellect, communication and commerce. It’s the fastest moving planet in our solar system, traveling closest...
25-Apr-2012
Energy Rising
Astral Weather Report, May '12
The first week of May will be a powerful crescendo of energy leading up to what is possibly the most intense Full Moon of the entire year. This is the Full Moon in Scorpio—the most...
15-Apr-2012
Aries Yogis
Vedic Astrology for Yogis #7
The practice of Yoga and Astrology (Jyotish) has been linked together for hundreds of years. In this column we will look at the month ahead astrologically and see what we can learn about...
28-Mar-2012
Getting in Gear
Astral Weather Report, April '12
April begins with Sun in Aries, encouraging you to get the ball rolling. There is an excited, anxious feeling in the air that says don’t think, just act. Your mind may be feeling out of sorts in...
29-Feb-2012
Martian Tuesday
Planetary Days of the Week
Tuesday’s planetary ruler is feisty Mars, commander-in-chief of the celestial forces. The Red Planet embodies constructive and destructive masculine energy.
22-Feb-2012
In the Mood
Astral Weather Report, March '12
The mood for March is compassionate, sensitive Pisces—that dreamy, other-worldly sign that takes you out of reality and into fantasyland. Pisces is the dreamer, musician...
15-Feb-2012
Aquarian Yogis
Astrology for Yogis #6
The practice of Yoga and Astrology (Jyotish) has been linked together for hundreds of years. In this column we will look at the month ahead astrologically and see what we can learn...
25-Jan-2012
Fun and Romance
Astral Weather Report, Feb. '12
February is off to a strong start. With only one planet in retrograde when the month gets underway, now is a good time to move full steam ahead with all projects and aspirations.
04-Jan-2012
Moonstruck Mondays
Planetary Days of the Week
The Moon is the planetary ruler of Monday. Our nearest celestial neighbor, Grandmother Moon is associated with the emotions and the mind. Just as the Moon reflects the sunlight...
22-Dec-2011
Times Are A-Changing
Astral Weather Report, Jan. '12
January 1st marks the time when the Sun continues its transit through Capricorn – an appropriate sign for the New Year, as this is the zodiac position that reminds us to set goals...
15-Dec-2011
Sagittarian Yogis
Astrology for Yogis #5
Vedic Astrology differs from Western astrology in reckoning the sign position of the planets, as it gives the best results for people on a yogic or spiritual journey. The highlights below reflect...
25-Nov-2011
Endings and Beginnings
Astral Weather Report, Dec. '11
December begins with Mercury in retrograde, asking us to review, reflect and renew. Clean out your closets and throw away that which no longer serves you.
17-Nov-2011
In Sync with Sunday
Planetary Days of the Week
What a difference a day makes! Each day of the week is ruled by a unique planetary energy. In this series, Planetary Days of the Week, we will explore the planetary day rulers and reveal how...
27-Oct-2011
Ride the Wave
Astral Weather Report, Nov. 11
Right off the bat, November brings two planetary shifts that temporarily mitigate situations that have been emotionally overwhelming. On November 2, both Venus and Mercury begin their tour through...
13-Oct-2011
Love for Libras
Astrology for Yogis #4
Using the science of Vedic Astrology (which differs from Western astrology in reckoning the sign position of the planets), here are highlights reflecting the Vedic and yogic astrology sign positions...
29-Sep-2011
Time for Transformation
Astral Weather Report, October '11
Welcome to October— a month where three major celestial bodies transition from Libra to Scorpio and the energy shifts from the easy-going lightheartedness to extreme, deep-rooted transformation.
25-Aug-2011
Shifting Through September
Astral Weather Report, September '11
Get ready for September, when the first major planetary shift happens on September 5 as Mercury changes gears into diligent, perfectionist-minded Virgo.
11-Aug-2011
Aligned with the Stars
Astrology for Yogis #3
Yoga and astrology (Jyotish) have been linked for hundreds of years. The science of Vedic astrology differs from Western astrology in reckoning the sign position of the planets and offers important...
28-Jul-2011
Ruled by the Heart
Astral Weather Report, August '11
August is ruled by Leo — with the Sun and Venus in this playful fire sign at the start of the month, the next three weeks will be dominated by fun-loving, romantic, heart-ruled energy.
23-Jun-2011
Mothering and Merriment
Astral Weather Report, July '11
July is dominated by the energy of the Sun in Cancer. The sentimental, warm, lovey-dovey feeling makes you want to stick close to home and enjoy a good meal and a movie.
26-May-2011
Gear Up With Gemini
Astral Weather Report, June '11
The theme of early June is Gemini—sign of the twins. Gemini energy inspires you to connect with people who share similar thoughts, ideas and values, so it’s a great time for spiritual gatherings and...
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