Scorpios are arguably the most intense members of the zodiac. Even when they appear self-controlled and calm there is a seething intensity of emotional energy under the placid exterior. Sometimes Scorpios are accused of holding grudges, which is not really true. It’s just that Scorpios rarely forget anything, and are ready to defend themselves if … Read more
On this date, the Sun leaves Virgo and continues its journey by entering the sign of Libra, fittingly, the sign of the balanced scales. Librans are brilliant and skillful when it comes to relating to others and forming partnerships of all sorts. For a Libra, everything is better if it’s done together. Just like the … Read more
With the wish to free all beingsI will always go for refugeTo the Buddha, Dharma and SanghaUntil the attainment of full Enlightenment Enthused by Compassion and WisdomToday in the Buddha’s presenceI generate the Mind of EnlightenmentFor the benefit of all sentient beings. For as long as space enduresAnd as long as sentient beings remainMay I … Read more
May all beings have happiness and the causes of happiness.May all beings not have suffering and the causes of suffering.May all beings never be without the supreme bliss, free from all suffering.May all beings live in the great equanimity, free from all attachment and aversion.— from The Great Peace Prayer of the Buddha Craft leader … Read more
Leos, so the tradition goes, are “on” 24 hours a day, showing off and behaving like the sexy superstars they often are. Of course, there really is more to Leo than this cartoonish version. While it is true, astrologer Jon Cainer reminds us, that Leos can be a bit over-the-top, and subtlety often escapes them, … Read more
Cancer is the sign of the Summer Solstice, the beginning of the warmest season of the year in the Northern Hemisphere. It is also the birth sign of the United States of America. Cancer is the first water sign of the Zodiac, (a cardinal sign), and forms its identity around home, family and personal experiences. … Read more
Today is the beginning of Mercury retrograde! That’s right – it’s that topsy-turvy time again, when communications, commerce, travel, and technology (to name a few of the things ruled by Mercury) may become snarled or delayed. As many of my longtime web visitors know, I have, for the past four or five years, offered a … Read more
Dark of the MoonNew beginningsDark of the MoonPlant a seed tonightDark of the MoonWhat we envisionWill come to be by the Full Moon’s light. As Tarot artist and creator of the Ancestral Path, Blue Moon, and Maat Tarot decks Julie-Cuccia Watts notes, “The New Moon phase symbolizes always being at the beginning and end, seeing … Read more
There is a root of peace within this Earth.Plant it in my heart, my home, my land. That it may grow deeply.And then will it branch and give shade, Then will it blossom for the lovers,And yield fruit that none will lack.Then will the old sit under its shade and be honored. And the babies … Read more
Today, the Sun enters Gemini, sign of the Twins. Influenced by Mercury, who rules Gemini, the next 30 days are especially favorable for learning and studies of all kinds. This is why for many centuries spring final exams have been held in late May and early June in Western countries. This time favors communications, and … Read more