☼ SOLstice June 21st 2015 ☼ ~. Cancer Ingress

☆•*¨*•.¸¸❤☾ Happy ☼ Solstice ☽❤¸¸.•*¨*•☆

June 21st SUNday @17:38bst, the Wood Goat year's SOLstice (Summer in the North, Winter in the South) is sealed with a truly stunning heavenly alignment combining the sensitive Moon, Love Goddess Venus, and Sacred Guru Jupiter with heroic fixed star Regulus. In Leo, the sign ruled by the Sun; this is a most strengthening and beneficial, heart-centred planetary pattern that bestows passion, artistic creativity, and faith in a higher, universal love.

The ability to forgive, be generous and show compassion, and actually embody the healing power of love is so symbolic of the night sky's union of the brightest and most beautiful. Lord Buddha once said “Hatred does not cease through hatred at any time. Hatred ceases through love. This is an unalterable law.” And these three planets currently together do give the potential to open the heart-mind to a Divine and playful love which generates the optimism to maintain an enthusiastic joy - for life and for love. Practice using loving kindness now within less desirable situations or on difficult emotions, and by Wednesday's first quarter Moon, the consequence of current actions (in body/speech/mind) could be even more beneficial.
Have a lovely Solstice SUNday everyone! with ℒℴѵℯ_/✿\_

Medicine Buddha for all those affected by the 7.9 Earthquake in Nepal ॐ_/♥\_ॐ_/♥\_ॐ_/♥\_

April 25th 2015 ~> ॐ_/♥\_
Due to several dramatic events this week, the volcano in Chile, and two quakes, in New Zealand and Nepal, I’ve been asked as to why now, seeing as we are not in the usual time-frame of eclipse season? Firstly, the Sun has been fairly active mid-week (and we on Earth tend to lag a few days behind solar activity's effects); and though not so large, solar flares have been medium sized but rather long lasting, releasing vast and unstable electromagnetic plumes from a northerly direction (entering into Earth’s crown chakra, Tibet/Nepal, and more lightly through southerly base chakra, NZ).

Earth is also crossing a point in the sky called the ‘heliospheric current sheet’; this is when planet Earth experiences Sun’s magnetic polarity changing from north to south. This is a time of planetary adjustment (which can wreak seemingly widespread damage, espcially if other planetary configurations interact, such as now).These are not the only astrological/astronomical markers: Also significant is the conjunction of quicksilver Mercury and fiery Mars, both in earthy Taurus (on the exact point of their own nodes (yes, each planet also has its' own nodal/eclipse cycle)); In square to Jupiter, the planet of expansion in Leo, this combination of Jupiter, Mars & Mercury means dramatic shake-ups are fast and furious. With the Sun also in Taurus and the Moon now uniting in generous Leo with the cosmic Guru, Jupiter, this fixed and extremely determined combination of ‘The Lights’ accents the value of the creative tension, the divine spark inherent in all beings, as well as the ability to quickly heal, with focus and care.

It’s also a medicine Buddha - Tara Moon day (depending upon which tradition is followed), the first quarter moon, a time of crisis in action, when the healing emphasis is upon stabilising one self (the earth and others) by connecting to the natural world, and seeing artistic and cultural value, as well as surrounding precious resources.

As all helping hands and deities are needed today, especially in Nepal, here are both mantras:
Medicine Buddha is:
“TAYATHA OM BEKANZE BEKANZE MAHA BEKANZE RADZA SAMUGATHE SOHA” _/\_
And Tara mantra is “OM TARE TUTTARE TURE SOHA” _/\_

ॐ_/♥\_ॐ_/♥\_ॐ_/♥\_

With thanks to Dechen Choekhor Mahavihara for Medicine Buddha mandala ॐ_/♥\_

☸ Buddha's birthday ~> Vesak & Sakadawa

May 6-7-8th __/\__ With the Sun in Taurus, the Buddhist world now begins to honor the birth of the Buddha. Though it must be noted that Siddhārtha Gautama Shakyamuni Buddha’s birth date varies with tradition; so while Himalayan Buddhists celebrate his birth, enlightenment, and paranirvana this year with SakaDawa on June 13th, many other Buddhist countries begin now to celebrate the birth of Buddha, just as the earthy Taurean Sun squares today’s first quarter Leo Moon - an astrological combination symbolic of stabilizing the spirit by courageously overcome ego’s obstacles.

And on the Full Scorpio Moon, accenting spiritual transformation, most of Asia celebratez Vesak, revering the Buddha’s life and teachings on 13/14th May.

Today, however, in my Tibetan Buddhist tradition, we make our monthly offerings to the healing power of the Medicine Buddha. Due to Saturn's opposition to the illuminating Sun at this first quarter, sun-ruled Leo Moon, the astral focus currently tends towards the results of self-created karma now coming into sharper focus over the next few days - so that any unhelpful action can be transformed and healed, ready for an emotionally cathartic Full Scorpio Moon a week away. __/\__ ☼✶•*¨*•.¸¸✶

Thanks to Exotic India for radiant Medicine Buddha Thangka __/\__

☸ Sun in Aries trine Moon in Leo April 9/10th

Honoring the Guru on this 10th day of the second Tibetan month; when Guru Rinpoche Padmasambhava, Tibets’ second Buddha, showed mastery of both sutra and mantra, and became known as, ‘Lion of the Shakyas ‘, brave and ‘Wise seeker of the Sublime’. _/♥\_

☆~☽☼☾~☆ The exalted Aries Sun now makes an extremely helpful, vitalizing aspect to the sensitive Moon in loyal and joyful, loving Leo, sign of the generous and powerful Lion, which is also ruled by our golden Sun. This is a very fiery combination of ‘the lights’, radiating optimum dynamic ‘yang’ energy. The vibrant celestial duo, Sun and Moon, energize, accenting a vibrant heart connection a Spiritual Warrior has to (the Guru’s) inner wisdom, the source of endless illumination. Both Lights now urge us to discover our true self, in Oneness with others, an ego-less self-love; recognizing talents and gifts that muster courage and conquer self-delusion with positive antidotes, as the desire to accomplish great Spiritual deeds is heightened, strengthening heart-mind and soul for the oncoming Luna eclipse in 5 days.

In the words of Dr Christopher Hill “Eternal Joy is the appreciation of self… as self contains all the stars”.

Celebrate and enjoy the gift of life ~> ☼ ☽ ¸¸.•*¨*•☆

With thanks to unknown photographer for 'Light Guru' _/♥\_

✫ Miracles Days 12 & 13 (13th/14th March) ☽ ♌

On the 12th day, the light radiating from Gautama Shakyamuni Buddha purified the three poisons (ignorance, aversion & attachment), developing loving kindness in all beings. On the 13th day, light beamed from Buddha’s heart-mind, within each atom the Buddha Dharma, filling the whole of space with an infinite Buddhafield. _/♥\_

☽ ♌ With only two days until the Full Miracle Moon, the Moon is still in Leo, accumulating the light that shines from within, so that each individual self-illuminates to pacify negative thoughts, traits, or actions, with the antidotes of loving kindness, forgiveness and compassion.

☆The generous and loving Leo Moon is also next to Pallas Athena, urging one to have a plan; with the Moon and Pallas now part of a fleeting but strong mystic rectangle a practical four-point plan can 1) work confidently with others in a co-operative and peaceful manner (and deal with the retrograde Mars in Libra). 2) Communicate clearly the altruistic intention, and finalise thoughts/ideas from late January and wave goodbye to that sticky Mercury Saturn square. 3) Bring about the change you want to see by being strong and determined (without being impetuous). 4) Shine gifts and talents to assure self-satisfaction (without being egotistical) and help others at the same time = win-win. ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ _/\_

Blessing of love & thanks to this unknown artist whom I love - if anyone knows the name of the artists, please do let me know. _/\_

♥ Miracles Day 11 (12th March) ~> Moon in Leo

Buddha sat upon a Lion Throne, his light shining so brightly that no one could see him - all they could hear were the teachings! _/♥\_

Lions in Tibet represent joyful enthusiasm. With mind free from doubt and body perfectly synchronized, Lions are playful and fearless leaders upon mountains and Earth.

☽ ♌ The Moon is now in Sun-ruled Leo; with only four days until the Full Miracle Moon, the amount of moonlight doubles by the day. This is a self-determined Sun-Moon combination, as the Moon reflects the sensitivity of the Pisces Sun, filled with compassion for all beings. Thus the onus is placed, for brilliant spiritual fulfillment and emotional satisfaction, firmly upon the individual to remain dignified, creative and generous – in true Leo style, and let the LoveLight shine. Who knows what we can manfest, when we all shine together, - a wonderful collective miracle… ? _/\_ We can but try...
“Make yourself a Light” ~>
“Thousands of candles can be lit from a single candle, and the life of the single candle will not be shortened. Happiness never decreases by being shared.” Buddha _/♥\_

☆•*¨*•.¸¸❤☾ Solstice ☼ Blessings ☽❤¸¸.•*¨*•☆ Dec 21st 2013

The ‘Light of Life’, Spirit Sun, is passing through a heavenly karmic gate that entails a cosmic initiation into ‘group’ consciousness, by entering Capricorn at 15:12GMT, December 21st, marking Winter Solstice in the north, Summer Solstice in the south. When the Sun reaches this turning point in its cycle – as it does twice a year – Great Spirit provides an incentive for us all to peacefully relax in a momentary 3-day 'gap', just like 'the gap' in meditation which happens in-between the ‘out breath’, and before the inhalation of prana with the ‘in breath’, as Sol = 'Sun', and Stittum = 'stoppage' or standing still.

These next three days are a therefore a celestial pause to honour the LoveLight (within), presenting the perfect opportunity to rest in the sacred lotus of the heart-mind and stop, assess, and release past (life) conditioning and (karmic) habits, letting go of pain and negativity, in order to liberate, heal and transform all that no longer serves our Divine purpose. On Christmas day the ‘New Light King is reBorn’ and the Sun starts to change direction once again, inhaling solar energy and bringing Golden Light into the collective consciousness. Take note: when you consciously breathe in positivity and exhale dark thoughts and feelings, you’ll be surprised at how much stronger and confident you will feel, instinctively lighthearted, able to radiate the LoveLight. _/\_

Remember that Goddess of Love, Venus, also begins her retrograde dance in Capricorn making this SOLstice a poingant time for relationships. For this is when the initiation into the light of consciousness becomes personal, learning to love ‘self’ at the same time becoming a world server.

A sensitive Moon now in Sun-ruled Leo also suggests we can now play and have fun, even when elevating consciousness. _/♥\_

So enjoy! ~> Happy Solstice! & Thanks for sharing. Thanks also to unknown artist for beautiful image of Shantideva, 8th century Himalayan Saint, on a Golden Lotus. Shantideva wrote 'The Bodhisattva's Way of Life'; and one of his prayers is also our modern day Bodhisattva, H.H. Dalai Lama's, favourites:

"For as long as space endures, and for as long as living beings remain, until then may I too abide to dispel the misery of the world" - Shantideva's prayer _/♥\_

❉ Pre-Solstice Muse ~> Dec19th 2013

Did you feel a release, or at the very least a tug towards liberation in your heart during and after that full-power center-of-the-galaxy full m00n? So that with a freer Anahata heart-chakra the direction of the heart is clearer ~> ~> towards LOVE.

With dynamic Mars now in Libra for 8 months, peace, love & unity rules in all affairs - as does dialogue and mediation. ☮ Even LOVE Goddess Venus goes retrograde at this Saturday's winter SOLstice, 21st December, when an initiation into self-love begins, and consciousness elevates. In this we have a choice, however, as both Libra and Venus are signs of relationship balance, harmony and decision making. All the while the Solstice Leo Moon will highlight individual power preparing to emerge triumphant, to shine like the Solstice Sun with a return of the New Light King.

Meanwhile, Cancer Moon doubles the emphasis upon home-sweet-home; and a Moon conjunct the cosmic Guru, Jupiter opposite Venus, warns to not go overboard (comfort eating, for example) whilst at the same time appreciating the love, spiritual friends, and good times we already share. ॐ_/♥\_

~H.H. the 17th Karmapa~
" Our own positive qualities can be a rich source of joy for us. Even if we have just one altruistic thought, this is a cause to be deeply happy. We have ample resources for happiness in the bounty of our own mind......."

☆ 'Tara Moon’ ~> Medicine Buddha puja _/♥\_ Oct 26th

Perceptive Scorpio Sun squares tonight’s Last Quarter Leo Moon, suggesting the Goddess, Tara, draws upon lion heart strength to quickly overcome obstacles. Leo Moon self-generates courage and generosity, directing a powerful healing. In combination with Scorpio’s focus and insight, the potential for ‘The Lights’ to illuminate deep and hidden resources means even difficult and negative, selfish emotions and ambitions can now be rooted out, creatively released, and transformed into love…

In the words of Mingyur Rinpoche ~>

“When you transform your mind, everything you experience is transformed.”

…And prepare the heart-mind for a powerful karmic renewal at the New Moon Solar Eclipse in Scorpio, Nov 3rd (which is preceded by the fourth of the seven Uranus Pluto squares 1st November – more on that to come _/\_ )

Stunning Green Tara Artwork by David Campbell Wilson with thx & thx for sharing

Tara Mantra “OM TARE TUTTARE TURE SVAHA” _/♥\_

♥ Moon in Leo ~ Dakini Love from the Heart of the Goddess - Sept13

SUNday Dakini Day _/\_ 29th September
Sun in Libra ~ Moon in Leo (ruled by the Sun)

Dakini LOVE emanates from the HEART of the Goddess to liberate all beings from feeling trapped in the chaotic caverns of despair. ~> Feel the ♥´¯`•L❀VE•´¯`•♥ of the Divine Goddess today, as Spirit Sun in relationship and beauty-orientated Libra makes a delightfully helpful aspect to the majestic Leo Moon (the sign which also governs the human heart )

Sun and Moon are now in a determined ‘yang’ combination, accenting loving kindness in dynamic action: Whilst a peaceful Libra Sun harmonizes social relations, the waning Moon in Leo enlightens in the shadows, to inspire culture and artistic ventures.

Great time for balancing light with the creative feminine dark side - as well as feasting with loved ones. Enjoy! ♥´¯`•.¸¸.

With thanks to A.Andrew Gonzalez for Golden Dakini _/\_

Healing power of Nature - Sun in Taurus ✿ Moon in Leo

In many parts of the East, Buddha’s conception (or birth) is celebrated today, May 17th, at the first quarter moon, with Sun in earthy Taurus and Moon in fiery Leo. This very fixed and determined combination of ‘The Lights’ accents the value of the creative spark inherent in all beings. It’s also a medicine Buddha - Tara Moon, when the healing emphasis is upon stabilising self by connecting to the natural world.

It’s no coincidence that Buddha achieved enlightenment, taught, and died under a tree. Trees give a feeling of being rooted and supported by Mother Earth, which is helpful in Shamatha, calm abiding meditation, providing constant stability so we can rest evenly and realise the clear light of mind. Trees also purify the air, add oxygen and moisture to the atmosphere, and provide shade and shelter to animals (and meditators). So if you’re feeling slightly shattered in the middle of an eclipse season with no less than four Solar X-flares raising the vibration, as well as the 3rd (of 7) Uranus-Pluto challenge, awakening the collective transformation on May 20th, then go hug a tree and rejuvenate. Better still, meditate under one and discover the immense healing power of nature, and prepare for the illuminating Saga Dawa Full Moon lunar eclipse on the 25th. _/✿\_

Many thanksto Christopher Martin for this exquisite 'Sun Ring' in the Trees _/✿\_

Friday 22nd March _/❤\_ Guru Rinpoche Day! ~> feast day!

☸ This 10th day of the second month, Guru Rinpoche took ordination from Buddha's disciple Ananda (whose name means ‘Extreme Happiness’). Guru Rinpoche showed unparalleled understanding and mastery of both sutra and mantra, and became known as ‘Guru Shakya Sengé’, ‘Lion of the Shakyas ‘, and as ‘Guru Loden Choksé’, ‘Wise seeker of the Sublime’.

☆~☽☼☾~☆ From the astrological point of view, Spirit Sun is exalted in Aries, and today makes a helpful trine to the sensitive Moon in loyal & joyful Leo, the sign of the loving Lion.

This is a fiery combination of ‘the lights’, with optimum ‘yang’ energy; Sun and Moon are dynamic together, as they accent the heart connection a Spiritual Warrior has to the Guru or teacher, source of all illumination.

It is also a great time to do what is good for oneself, to muster courage and conquer self-delusion with positive antidotes, as the desire to accomplish is greatly heightened.

The Buddha said
"Conquer the angry person by love.
Conquer the ill-natured person by goodness.
Conquer the miser with generosity.
Conquer the liar with truth.
If one should conquer only themself, theirs indeed is the greatest victory."
From the Dhamapada _/❤\_

Image Buddha, Monk & Moon by Jennifer Gelinas ~ with thx _/❤\_

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2013! In with a Leo Moon & LOVE ❤

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Jan 1st @00:01 ~> At the stroke of midnight, the Moon will be in party-loving, heart-centred Leo! In mundane (political) astrology, the Moon represents ‘the people’; in warm and generous Leo, the sign of leadership, creativity and LOVE, La Luna’s influence encourages us to tap into our inner spiritual strength with the trust of a child, to stay positive, and welcome 2013 with a Lionheart _/❤\_

Wishing you oodles of fun and festive frolics! While the heavens also suggest we avoid negative drama, as the Moon is also at the apex of a ‘Thor’s Hammer’ formation, with the 'handle' being an applying square between surprising Uranus and communicative Mercury: insight is clearer when our excitement and/or performance is innocent and loving!

2013 is set to be another year themed with incredible transformation (and the ongoing Uranus Pluto square (through 2015)); good times roll more quickly in the second part of the year - when munificent Jupiter rocks into his sign of exaltation: Cancer (the same sign as our immensely powerful Full Xmas Moon:)).

Happy New Year to all my dear friends of Dharma Stars! _/❤\_
Personal note: I’ll be back online and ready for Astrology Consultations in a few days, LOVE, Laura XXX

Lha Bab Düchen 2012 __/❤\__ Buddha descent from the realms of the 33

November 6th ~ Lha Bab Düchen __/❤\__

Buddha’s descent from the pure realms of the Deva’s is celebrated, to honour the kindness Buddha repaid to his mother.

As one of the four main days of the Buddhist calendar, this is a karma multiplied day x 10 million.

During this last quarter Moon, when the Sun is in Scorpio and the Moon in regal Leo, energy is transformational, intense and dramatic; emotions run deep in the light of self-consciousness.

November 6th 2012 is also the day when Mercury, planet of healing and communication, goes into retrograde motion, signalling how important it is to observe the mind, as well as watch what we say. While Mercury is currently in optimistic Sagittarius, this particular retrograde period takes places during ‘eclipse season’; there will be many a turning point as healing Mercury retreats back into secretive Scorpio to re-do, re-work, re-think powerful alliances before stationing to go forward November 27th.

Be prepared. Create good karma and generate merit (now and always). The solar eclipse is in a week’s time on November 13th, coinciding with a SuperMoon.

If you would like to know how this transformational time constellates your own personal horoscope, with an ASTROLOGY READING please either check blog for rates, or contact me personally.
Thank you _/❤\_

Blessings & Love on this very holy day _/❤\_
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thanks also to unknown artist for beautiful Buddha Lotus

Dakini Heart ~> Sun in Libra Moon in Leo 2012

Dakini Day Blessings!

Goddess LOVE directly emanates from the Dakini HEART ♥

Feel that ♥´¯`•L❀VE•´¯`•♥ today, as Spirit Sun in relationship and beauty-orientated Libra, makes a delightfully harmonious and elegant aspect to the sensitive Dakini Moon, now in majestic Leo (the sign which rules the heart :)) ♥

Having Sun and Moon in this helpful and dynamic, determined ‘yang’ combination accents kindness and generosity, indicating a pleasant sociable time marked by inspired style, creative culture, and artistic ideas.

A waning Dakini Moon in loyal Leo enables one to transform fear into love and remain equanimious, unaffected by negative emotions, and maintain a romantic and playful quality within all endeavours. This particular Leo Moon also makes a good aspect to wise Jupiter, providing strength and courage to face challenging situations with a just and positive response, a quick mind, and a brave, optimistic front. Good day for feasting with friends! ♥´¯`•.¸¸.♥

The Dakini Moon displays an ability to overcome a negative mind-set. A personal chart reading helps one to synthesis all goodness into workable wisdom. Please check my blog for Dharma Stars rates :) ♥ xl

Image is 'Angel Heart' by Visual Alchemist Bill Brouard

Mercury Direct Dec'11 & The Caduceus: A cosmic clue to 2012

Caduceus carrying symbol of healing & communication, Mercury, is going forward tonight, 13th December '11, in far-sighted Sagittarius, the sign of religion, philosophy, and big sweeping concepts such as the God partical: Over the next couple of weeks we get to apply any re-found wisdom that helps to understand the bigger picture (at Cern), as well as putting into perspective much-needed (global & individual) remedial action.  When Mercury once again crosses ‘The Great Attractor’ towards the end of the year, the power of the mind to heal physically, mentally and spiritually, becomes a cosmic key for 2012. New ideas to restore a natural balance could  come thick and fast.

Mercury’s current change in direction is accompanied by a tightly connected fire triangle, with the regal Leo Moon in trine to radical Uranus (who has also just gone forward) in autonomous Aries.  This formation can generate optimism and warmth, even if feeling low energy (particularly in the aftermath of a strong eclipse as we have yet to reach the Winter Solstice point on the 21^st December, when light returns (to the Northern hemisphere) to restore higher energy levels. The challenge during this poingnant Mercury station is to intuit the gracious goodness of our inherent Buddha nature, as Mercury also squares shamanic Chiron (& spiritual Neptune).

When Jupiter turns direct, on Christmas day, all planets will be going forward into a new year; the prospect of renewing our value system could well birth new faith. This emphasis upon visionary Sagittarius and its ruler, Jupiter, as well as informative Gemini, and its ruler, Mercury, is the major theme of 2012.  Jupiter even moves into Gemini in June. And with dynamic Mars in Mercury-ruling Virgo for eight months, one might even say 2012 is Mercury’s year.  2012 is therefore a year to work with Mercury's magic wand, the caduceus, on an external, internal, and secret way, in order to heal mind, body AND spirit. 

Many thanks for artwork, to beloved Alex Grey for Caduceus Man and unknown artists of caducues rainbow woman _(♥)_