FULL MOON ECLIPSE IN SCORPIO - THURSDAY, APRIL 25, 2013

On Thursday April 25th, the first of three eclipses happens.  You might already be feeling the energy now, depending on how sensitive you are.  I'm been feeling like I'm walking around with lead shoes on. My body is tired and my mind is all over the place.
Some would say that because I'm grieving the loss of my daughter that this is to be expected.  Or astrologers would say the Full Moon in Scorpio is connecting to Saturn in Scorpio can be a real drag, regardless of any extenuating circumstances. 

INTENSITY, INTENSITY, INTENSITY

Trying not to be doom and gloom or airy fairy, but this Full Moon Eclipse in Scorpio is bound to increase whatever emotional state you find yourself in...it can be very good or it could be very bad.  The good news is that we can make the decision to intensify the good and to minimalize the bad.  When I think about the energy between Sun in Taurus and Full Moon in Scorpio the whole money thing comes up for me.  Taurus is about personal money and Scorpio is about other people's money.  They are tied together by a 180 degree aspect and form an opposition.  How we spend our money (Taurus) affects how we pay it back, especially if we're using credit cards or buying things on timed payments.  If we're responsible in our spending then we don't have to worry about what we owe.  The opposition brings up awareness and the ability to rise above circumstances if we take responsibility for our actions.  When we spend on things we really don't need we reap the consequences of having to pay it back. 

TAKE ADVANTAGE OF THIS COSMIC ENERGY

Ancient astrologers and the natural people in the world used to do rituals during an eclipse. They tapped into the powerful energy, either through dance, drumming and singing to focus on what they wanted to happen, whether it was fertility rites or healing rites.  If money is an issue for you now, this is a golden time to use the eclipse energy to heal your bank account.  This is not the time to focus on the past, or to regret your spending habits, but it is a good time to put a powerful blessing on your money, that which you have and that which you owe.  Years ago we were taught to bless our bills and to physically hold them in our hands while saying "thank you" to the people who sent them.  These are the people who trusted us by giving service or extending credit.  We were also advised to write out the checks and to hold the physical check in our two hands and say thank you as we put it in the pay envelope. We might not  be able to put on the stamp and mail it, but the intention to do it was important.  We also were instructed to write ourselves a check in an amount that would make us feel joyful and free. We were told sign it "From God, or From the Universe", and to place it in our wallets. 

GIVE SOME AWAY

My teacher always told me that when money was scarce or bank account numbers were low, she would give some money away and let the law of circulation work for her.  She also made it a practice to not charge people who came to her for a reading on Wednesdays, which became her "working for God" day.  She never seemed to have a problem with money which gave her the freedom to travel to Hawaii and other long distances without struggle.  "you're releasing the money with the faith that the law of circulation will increase it and bring it back to you"

LOOK BENEATH THE SURFACE

With Full Moon in Scorpio eclipse, there always seems to be something hidden. What you see on the surface is not what's going on underneath.  Keep your spidey senses high and don't judge things by appearances.  Especially when it comes to the news...need I say that again?  There might be news blasts or a bombardment of stories that boggle the mind, and if it doesn't make sense to you, you're probably right.  Common sense and a healthy bit of skepticism will keep you grounded until the real truth comes out.  Above all know that you are blessed and protected with the healing Light.  We'll be saying the Robe of Light Prayer for Protection all throughout this Scorpio Moon Eclipse. 

ROBE OF LIGHT

I clothe myself with a Robe of light,

composed of the love, power and wisdom

from God. Not only for my own protection,

but for all who see it and come in contact

with it will be drawn to God and healed!

Basically we're not in this life for ourselves alone, but we are here to serve the Higher Forces and to a help to other people as well as ourselves.  When stuff happens we always ask ourselves "what am I learning and how can I use it to help others?"  This past week with the passing of my daughter I realized that I was learning something while in the midst of all the chaos and confusion.  I was learning it's all right to cry, it's all right to feel vulnerable, it's all right to express my emotions, and it's all right to accept the love of strangers.  It's all right to let go and let God and/or the universe handle the details. It's all right to say "I don't have the answers".  Thanking everyone who shared love donations, cards and kind emails of support.  Love & Light, Ayesha

NEW MOON IN ARIES, WEDNESDAY APRIL 10, 2013

THE POWER OF "I AM"

The New Moon will be in Aries on Wednesday, April 10, 2013. Aries is the 1st sign in the Zodiac and the one that says "I Am".  It's a Cardinal Fire sign that is ruled by Mars, planet of action.  This particular New Moon connects with Mars, the action planet and Venus, planet of love which are both in Aries now.  This is a wonderful opportunity to tap into the energy to use it in positive ways. 

I AM ACTION

Since the New Moon makes the connection to Mars first (9:02am) focus on action, energy and movement.  This is a good time to move your body, exercise, go for a brisk walk, go to the gym and workout, take a swim, take the first steps towards achieving your stated goals. Make the phone call, write the letter, answer the email or draw up a plan for a new project.  Or simply write down your goals, the things you want to achieve in the coming months. 

I AM LOVE

According to my astrological calendar, Venus connects with the New Moon at 12:25pm on Wednesday and this is a good time to use your creativity, engage in a hobby, or get back to an old one.  Whatever it is that you love to do, do more of it. And if it's more love that you want in your life, write down the characteristics of your perfect mate, while imagining how it will feel when she or he is in your life.  If you've already found your perfect mate, this is a good time to call him or her and tell them how you feel, or write a love letter, or play your favorite love song while imagining that you're with them.  This is also a good time to do some self hugs. Hug yourself when you're in the shower, or look in the mirror and say "I am beautiful (or handsome), I am capable, I am loveable."  Loving yourself, unconditionally is the first step because before you can love anyone else, you must love yourself. 

LOVE IN ACTION

All day Wednesday, and possibly the day before, be mindful of what you're saying in your self talk and in conversations with others.  The I Am Principle is at work so whatever words you choose to say after "I AM" is important.  For at least two days be sure to say positive life affirming words after "I Am".  So easy to get caught up in the negative, i.e. "I'm so tired, or I'm so angry, or I'm so afraid, or I'm so broke" Thoughts and words are magical things because they bring back to us whatever went out of our minds or our mouths. But you can choose to substitute the negative with the positive, i.e. "I am happy, I am full of energy, I am thankful , I am prosperous, I am Love."   

START A NEW RITUAL

Use this powerful cosmic energy to start a new ritual. When you wake up in the morning, stretch before getting out of the bed and say out loud or to yourself "this is going to be a good day"..."I am happy, I am thankful and I am looking forward to this day".  David Ji, a practitioner at the Chopra Center gave us the RPM ritual...rise, pee, then meditate.  Been doing that for the past few years, instead of waiting until I had time to meditate.  That RPM went deeply into my subconscious mind and actually it works for me.  When I do the RPM, my day starts off good, and I deal with anything else with the positive meditative spirit that influences me to make the right decisions as I go about my day.  This is much better than waking up, thinking about my busy schedule, jumping in the shower while grumbling to myself "this is going to be a "b***tch of a day" (laughing).  I used to get up that way when I was younger and my self fulfilling prophecy about having a bad day often came true. 

ARIES WANTS ACTION

With the Sun, Moon, Mars, Venus and *Uranus all in Aries now, it would seem that things are speeding up, because Mars ruled Aries craves action, but the action is always better when it's deliberate and not impulsive.  Since last week we've seen the results of negative Aries energy, so many car accidents, hit and runs, so many fires (at least up here in the mountains), so many threats of violence (North Korea), and so many arguments about gun control, gun violence, same sex marriage, etc. etc.  It would seem that what's going on in Washington has infected everyone, including Kim Jung IL who is flexing his military muscles right now.  It is a good idea to just slow it down. Refuse to get caught up in the frenzy, and calmly go about your day, especially while this New Moon in Aries, plus Mars/Venus in Aries is happening.  A good antidote for increased Aries energy is to deliberately slow you roll, and before your think or speak or take action consider how your actions will effect other people.  Evolved Aries people are courageous, stand up people and they realize that they are not alone in this world.    They've managed to move from selfishness to selflessness. March Aries people are getting direct contact from Uranus, planet of change and intuition. The changes that they've attracted in their lives are the direct result of actions taken in the not too distant past.  Uranus says "change is good, and change is all there is".

My teacher would say "without change there is only stagnation and death".  Enjoy your New Moon in Aries and use it in positive ways. 

* Uranus will be in Aries until 2018 and it's inspiring Aries people or people with planets in Aries to evolve and grow.