The Wisdom of Buddha

The whole secret of existence is to have no fear. Never fear what will become of you, depend on no one. Only the moment you reject all help are you freed.

Witches Rune for the Day

The Blank Rune

Meaning: This is a rune of difficulty and negative influences will rule your life for a time, but as all difficulties are a learning experience it will lead to improved personal perspective and progress on your life’s path. Always consult the surrounding runes with this stone. If it lies with a positive stone, it indicates that the pain of this experience will lead to a beneficial change in circumstances.

Get A Jump On Tomorrow…

Your Daily Horoscopes for Wednesday, November 16th

by Rick Levine

If You Were Born Today, November 15

Although you are intense and sometimes quite stubborn, you are also quite versatile and somewhat restless. Your mind is so sharp and your talents many, that you may change your career path more than a few times in your life. Your relationships may be a little challenging. You tend to be attracted to unusual people or situations. You work largely on instinct, and you absorb and process information in your environment quickly. Your emotions are powerful, and you can usually use them to your advantage rather than letting them overwhelm you. People often turn to you for advice. Famous people born today: Georgia O’Keefe, Marianne Moore, Ed Asner, Petula Clark, Beverly D’Angelo, Sam Waterston.

Your Birthday Year Forecast

Your birthday falls shortly after a Full Moon this year, suggesting a period ahead of communication and teaching. You may be turned to for advice more frequently, and you are very willing to offer your help. This is a strong year for publicity and any other endeavors that involve spreading the word. As well, your ability to be objective–or to see the “big picture”–can be especially pronounced and rewarding this year.

This is a good time for teaming up with someone to generate ideas or solve problems or simply to listen to and be heard. Mental rapport is in focus. Feelings might develop for someone due to what is said or a mental connection made. You may get a whole lot done partnering up with someone this year. There can be mutual benefits to keeping active and busy with a partner or close friend.

You are hungry to learn this year, and, in fact, you can feel considerably more empowered as you gain knowledge and develop your skills. You can be a good communicator and leader during this period.

You are more inclined to put your ideas into action than usual this year. You can be particularly prolific in your studies or writing. There can be frequent trips, errands, and debates. You are especially willing to put in the effort for a mental interest or project at this time, and you can feel pleasantly dedicated to your work or ideas. Your focus and attention to detail improve with this kind of motivation and dedication.

You are willing to put in the effort for a mental interest or project, and you can feel pleasantly dedicated to your work or ideas. You are more able to focus on what you’re doing and communicating, and you’re more inclined to notice and consider details.

This year is a period of constructive accomplishment. You are practical and realistic, and your judgment is especially sound. You also derive much satisfaction from practical achievement. It would behoove you to identify and focus on finding pleasure in the simple things that make you happy.

The year ahead is strong for communications and learning. You are opening your mind to new pleasures, experiences, and ways of relating to others. Excellent opportunities can emerge for writing, speaking, creating, and research. The year ahead is also powerful for discovering your calling or a renewed sense of purpose and meaning. You easily find extra energy to pour into your pursuits. Dedication and motivation are strong themes.

2016 is a Number Eight year for you. Ruled by Saturn. This is a year of power and accomplishment. Actively seeking to expand, taking educated risks, and moving forward are highlighted. This is a year of opportunity, particularly in the material and business world, and opportunities need to be seized. It’s generally not a year to find a new love partner, simply because the focus is on the material world and your place in the world. This is a problem-solving year in which you can expect real, tangible results. Advice – take action, plan ahead, seize opportunities.

2017 will be a Number Nine year for you. Ruled by Mars. This is a year of completion and transition. It is a time when we need to let go of things that no longer serve their purpose, and hold on to things that have a future. It is a time of cleaning out dead wood, not necessarily for new beginnings. It can be a time when a burden has been taken off your shoulders, and it can be a year of giving of yourself. Advice – let go of things that are holding you back, give of yourself and express your sympathetic, compassionate side.

Courtesy of Cafe Astrology

Your Career Horoscopes (week beginning 14th November)

Your career horoscope for the week commencing 14th November by Peter Watson

ARIES Mar 21 – Apr 20
The fact that logical, even-handed Venus is occupying the most ambitious section of your chart does imply that you’re being very measured in the way in which you approach a possible change in your profession.  Or is it promotion, a rise or a shift in position that’s on your mind?  Something of this nature is causing you to tread rather carefully and not do anything impetuous or count your chickens before they are hatched.  And this sort of attitude is very much in your favour because Venus is forming a link with Neptune which could lead you to believe that all your dreams and ambitions can be realised very quickly and easily.  They can’t.  So continue to be realistic as you think about ways in which you could make progress in a fairly challenging area.

TAURUS Apr 21 – May 21
Much as you might want to talk at length about an arrangement you’re making with a colleague or friend, it might be better to remain silent for the next few days or weeks.  Mercury clashing with Neptune could cause simple and straightforward messages to become distorted and misinterpreted.  And you’re probably devising some way for the two of you to collaborate on a financial, property or business project which means you can’t afford to take any risks when it comes to communicating with others.  After all, when certain people discover that you could be heading for something that may change your life fairly significantly you might arouse a certain amount of envy.  And you don’t want to do that or to be misquoted.  That’s why discretion and silence are your best bets at the moment.

GEMINI May 22 – Jun 21
In order to persuade someone close that you’re right to pursue a particular avenue with regard to your finances or profession you may be tempted to create a far-fetched scenario or to describe your plans in exaggerated terms.  In fact that would be the worst thing you could do under the circumstances because this individual needs to hear the bare facts and to be given an entirely straight account of what might happen next.  You are of course up against the way in which Neptune at the highest point of your chart is squaring up to Mercury and in doing so making it hard for you to put across a candid, straightforward message without any ornamentations or added extras.  Promise yourself that you will find a way to describe your plans in plain, simple language.

CANCER Jun 22 – Jul 23
At first you might assume that you’ll be able to achieve something fairly ambitious, not to say remarkable, by forging ahead completely on your own.  But Mercury’s tie-up with Mars will find you starting  to think quite seriously about the benefits of collaborating with other people and seeing what you can accomplish together.  And that’s fine.  But what you mustn’t do is to let Mars encourage you to become so sure of yourself that you begin to bark orders at some of the other people involved.  Yes, everyone will love the positive dynamic approach you take and they will presumably be happy to join forces with you.  But it’s essential they feel they are part of a team as opposed to being your little helpers.  They would find that far too insulting and patronising.

LEO Jul 24 – Aug 23
Having conformed to other people’s ways of working and gone along with ideas with which you haven’t really agreed, you’re now approaching a point at which you’ll want to quietly rebel.  It’s not that you want to make trouble but Neptune’s set-to with Mercury suggests that anything of a collaborative nature seems doomed to be subjected to orthodox, conventional thinking of people who daren’t take any kind of risk.  Obviously you won’t be able to comply with this because of all the impact being felt within the section of your chart that governs your creative, romantic, expressive streak.  So do whatever is necessary to convince those around you that the points you have to make are well-worth listening to and these individuals are mistaken in thinking they know more than you do.  They don’t.

VIRGO Aug 24 – Sep 23
Instead of remaining silent when other people are talking about projects they have in hand, it might be better to join in.  The fact that Mars is colluding with Mercury does suggest that these individuals will welcome any opinions and suggestions that you have to offer.  What you may have to avoid however is a situation where you do state your views and outline ways in which you think certain things could be done differently only to find that you’re perceived as being far too outspoken or interfering.  Only you can judge the point at which you will be safe to speak from the heart.  And you must rely on your instincts to warn you of any topics that could lead to trouble.  Be glad that your sixth sense is pin-sharp this week.

LIBRA Sep 24 – Oct 23
Don’t be afraid to express your views to people who seem to think you’re approaching some routine work or responsibilities in quite the wrong way. Perhaps your thinking won’t always be entirely practical and logical.  But those who set themselves up as your critics may feel entitled to speak to you in a patronising, judgmental and highly critical voice.  If this is the case it’s linked to the fact that Neptune is clashing with Mercury, the planet of communications, and others will lose sight of the polite and proper way to go about things.  Meanwhile, you might be over-sensitive when it comes to accepting critical comments.  It’s important that you find your voice and express your views respectfully, calmly and politely.  And hope that the other people concerned respond in much the same way.

SCORPIO Oct 24 – Nov 22
Once again people are likely to expect you to come up with whatever funding is required to make a certain plan or project possible.  Or might it be an aspect of your own finances that’s coming under review and you’re feeling nervous about what the findings could be.  Whichever the case may be, you’ll be keeping a close watch on cash flow over the next few days.  But you mustn’t lose your nerve and start to doubt your ability to balance the books and manage very successfully the way in which money comes in and out.  The Sun entering Sagittarius over the next week or so should be enough to boost your confidence and enable you to manage your financial affairs as well as, if not better than, many of the people around you.

SAGITTARIUS Nov 23 – Dec 21
Try not to feel conflicted if deciding how to best use your money when faced with various different areas craving attention.  It’s possible that some aspect of your work or a particular interest of yours will require you to invest in it quite significantly.  At the same time there could be aspects of your private, family or home life calling for extra funding.  With Venus allied to Neptune you will, largely, be of a logical, sensible frame of mind but you’ll also have to contend with the way in which Neptune sometimes make you think you don’t really have to look at every penny you have at your disposal and all the different ways in which you might spend whatever you have and own.  That’s a myth.  You do have to look – very carefully indeed.

CAPRICORN Dec 22 – Jan 20
Mars is stirring things up in the section of your chart that governs your cash flow and certain assets and resources you use when doing your work.  The fact that Mars is linked to Mercury this week does help explain why your instincts will suddenly suggest to you that you need to be more assertive – perhaps even aggressive – in your dealings with certain individuals who aren’t to be trusted.  Or are you misjudging these people and doing them a disservice?  You’ll only find out by engaging with them and studying their behaviour, their attitudes and their characteristics.   The chances are that you’ve nothing to worry about and you’re simply over-reacting to the vague notion that these colleagues or friends could be difficult to have around when in fact nothing could be further from the truth.

AQUARIUS Jan 21 – Feb 19
Be glad that you should soon be able to see exactly how to deal with situations that seem to lack any solid, reliable foundations.  This is largely because you’ve been affected by Neptune which has been travelling through a section of your chart governing everything you have and own.   But this planet of illusion and delusion has been appearing to move backwards through your chart for some while.  And this has sometimes distorted your thinking, to a greater or lesser degree.  At the weekend, however, Neptune at last shudders to a halt, does a U-turn and begins to move forwards again as this, its latest, retrograde phase comes to an end.  Enjoy analysing certain situations easily and skilfully without having to worry endlessly about misjudging the correct use of your cash and other resources.

PISCES Feb 20 – Mar 20
No-one could blame you for assuming you can move ahead very swiftly within an area in which your skills, talents and experience could be put to good use.  After all, you are feeling the build-up to the Sun’s move into Sagittarius which means it will soon be making its way through a very influential section of your chart.  So it will feel to you as though people will want to ask for your views on serious subjects and they’ll listen to what you have to say.  All of which is fine except that this mustn’t go to your head.  Yes, certain individuals want and need you to be part of whatever they’re doing.  But if you’re too full of yourself you could become very low on the popularity stakes.  You don’t want that, do you?
Courtesy of The Astrology Room

About the Author

Peter Watson began his working life as a journalist , specialising in astrology several years ago.  He was trained by, and worked with, Patric Walker, arguably the world’s best-known media astrologer.  Since Patric’s death in 1995 Peter has written astrology columns for many newspapers and magazines including the Daily Mail, the London Evening Standard, the Sunday Mirror, Classic FM, She magazine and the like.  He currently writes for Harpers Bazaar and Grazia and much of his busy working week is spent on personal consultations.  He has also contributed to several books and has hosted his own horoscope show on Sky television.

Claire Petulengro’s daily horoscopes for Wednesday 16th November

Your Daily Horoscopes for Tuesday, November 11th

ARIES (March 21st-April 20th)
With so much stress over family issues, I can actually understand why you felt it necessary to tell such silly lies. You were backed into a corner but, from today, you’re back in control. Ring now to hear how success is yours in contractual deals.

TAURUS (April 21st-May 21st)
Try to take your time in all work projects this week, as there are many opportunities for you to impress faces you can’t usually even get close to. Flirtations beckon tonight. Ring now to hear which sign is worth reacting to.

GEMINI (May 22nd-June 21st)
Work you thought you could get out of has to be done and you may be wondering how you’re going to cope. You can do this! You always could. You just didn’t know it. Ring now to hear how the Moon blesses better times for family.

CANCER (June 22nd-July 23rd)
Your energy levels have been depleted, but you begin to feel more like you from today and you no longer worry what other people expect. You set your own standards. Ring now to hear how Mercury gives you the power to negotiate well.

LEO (July 24th-August 23rd)
Finances are not as fluid as you’d like them to be and you spend much of your time trying to work out how to replenish your funds. Finishing projects is your key. Ring now to hear how the stars bring proposals into conversation.

VIRGO (August 24th-September 23rd)
There was a time when you thought you could not trust a close one to tell you the truth, but you realise over the coming days how much they have learnt and how loyal they’ve become. Ring now for the low down on those recent rumours you heard.

LIBRA (September 24th-October 23rd)
Try to listen when others speak today, as there is much you can learn which will help you to live your life in a happier and more productive way. Fellow Librans prove successful work allies. Ring to hear why this is a great time for sales and purchases.

SCORPIO (October 24th-November 22nd)
As this week progresses you begin to learn what you need to do to live a more harmonious life with a close one. You no longer take chances. You aim for and achieve success. Ring now to hear how Mars blesses instant attractions.

SAGITTARIUS (November 23rd-December 21st)
Arrangements you make over the coming days are proof of how far you’ve come since the beginning of the year. No longer do you try to keep up with everyone else. You’re enjoying being you. Ring now to ensure this very productive phase can, and does, last.

CAPRICORN (December 22nd-January 20th)
New friends put you in a positive frame of mind and you begin to expand on your hopes and dreams in life. You realise you are no longer working on your own, but as a team. Ring now to hear why it’s worth accepting an upcoming apology.

AQUARIUS (January 21st-February 19th)
New social contacts make for a more enjoyable way of life. You begin to think outside the box as far as work projects are concerned and you make contacts which will last for years. Ring now to hear why it’s imperative you look the professional today.

PISCES (February 20th-March 20th)
If you can listen when others speak today, then you will learn much about why certain close ones did certain things over the last few weeks. You may even find acceptance. Ring now to hear how travel and work promise success.

Courtesy of the Astrology Room

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Disconnecting from Negative Energy — November 2016

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dHpvs-HMWQM

You can help yourself and the planet by disconnecting from all the negativity that is being expressed at this time. I created this video that speaks about the ways in which you create change for yourself by disconnecting from the energies that pull you down or no longer serve you. It then creates a greater flow from your divinity to expand your awareness and help you feel supported and good.

Inspiration for the Week – Accepting What Is

a message from Archangel Gabriel channeled by Shanta Gabriel

TO view more of Shanta’s insight, please visit her website, Messages from Archangel Gabriel

The Gabriel Message Card for this Week:

Accept what is and allow change to occur around you without attachment

I have noticed that when I am in judgment about “what is” and resisting my present reality, it causes extreme stress in my physical and emotional bodies. It is the awareness of my stress level that finally pushes me to remember that my state will not change for the better until I release the clutches of that part of me trying to control things. I can then focus my attention on what I really intend to experience in my life and trust the Universe will provide whatever is in the forefront of my attention.

Sometimes this process seems easier than at other times…

I remember receiving this message and especially the difficulties I experienced with the concept, “accept what is.”

How could I even consider accepting the horrendous and traumatic occurrences that are happening in the world? How could I accept what appeared in my life as the loss of all that I considered valuable?

It is a challenging concept, especially in this era of instant world-wide information with more awareness about what is transpiring not only in the lives of others, but in the life of the Earth and its sustainability. Yet what I have learned is that nothing can change unless I accept “what is.” I have to be very clear about what it is that I am experiencing so I can ask for something different. Often I need to recognize the recurring patterns so I can clear something from my past history. I am really aware that when I accept what is in my present time, I can focus on what I need because the contrast is so great between what I am experiencing and what I want to have in my life.

We come into the world as beings who want to experience and learn from the life we have chosen. We expressly volunteered to come into this time and place so we could help bring the changes the Earth needs to thrive in the 5D Life Awakening now. This includes being in Alignment with our soul’s lessons and the empowered teachings we need to bring our own lives into a higher order.

The next key word is Allowing. We are becoming really alert to this word and its importance for living the happy life we want to live. There are so many things we do that get in our own way as we journey through life. The practice of Allowing demonstrates trust that we live in a benevolent universe and have a powerful built-in support system. It encourages us to step back from forward movement into our inner center of balance so we can receive all the love and support we need. Even though it feels insignificant, this activity is an amazing action step and is a requirement for greater Well-being.

Since 2012 there are certain words that have increased in frequency. We can literally create a field of Divine Light within and around ourselves when we focus on these words and allow their frequency to work within our beings. I have been inspired to use three incredibly life-transforming words that all start with the letter A. They are Acceptance, Alignment and Allowing.

Alignment with Source energy is the beginning point for every change you want to make in your life and for the creation of health and happiness. For almost every question I bring up, Alignment, Acceptance and Allowing have been the answer. When I take those steps within my life, I experience a new level of ease and effortless momentum.

So when you look at all the changes you would like to make in your life, remember to apply the A’s to simplify that manifestation. Acceptance, Allowing and above all, vertical Alignment with your Source energy, are the keys. Truth is really simple, but it does take conscious awareness to apply. That is another reason it is called a Spiritual Practice.

Divine Presence,

Thank you for giving me the awareness and strength I need to Accept situations in the world that do not feel right or good to me. Please work in and through my life to help bring me into Alignment with the Source of All Life and my Soul’s highest reality. From this place of Alignment please assist me to be inspired to ask for what I need and Allow change to occur in accordance with my highest intentions.

I have Faith that there is a Divine Plan working in all situations and people in the world. As I have the willingness to trust in the Divine, I am able to relax and Allow life to unfold in surprising and benevolent ways.

May all beings be blessed with Alignment to their Source energy and live in Harmony with the highest good for all Life on Earth.

And so it is.

The Gabriel Messages Book #43

Accept what is and allow change to occur around you without attachment.

Dear One,

When we suggest for you to accept what is, we mean to be lovingly aware of all situations occurring in and around you — both personally and globally. This means to accept the appearance of what is occurring, without judgment. There is a greater truth underlying all things, no matter how it appears. When you accept a situation as it is, it allows you to release any attachment to having it be different. It is this attachment that can cause you pain.

Just as a child grows and blossoms when in an atmosphere of acceptance and love, so does our world become more expansive and creative when we bring to it this energy of acceptance. When we try to force a child to do what we want, when we have great attachment to his or her behavior conforming to our idea of what is appropriate, the child’s energy is restricted. There is no freedom to express the expansiveness of individual creativity.

This also happens to the adult. When there is too much judgment about behaviors and actions in the world, there can be no free-flowing expression of the creativity and love inherent within each person. This does not mean to be tolerant of behavior that is destructive. It means to be aware of the way things appear, to remember the greater truth, to ask for the qualities we would prefer to have manifest, and then to release our attachment. This allows God and the Angels to begin to work in and through all things.

When you release a person or a situation to Spirit, you allow them to be in the Divine Flow taking them to their highest good. Know that even though you have prayed for the greater good, you do not know precisely what this will look like. This is where faith comes in. No matter how something appears, if you have prayed, that prayer is being answered. It does not assist things for you to be attached to the outcome. Know that Infinite Intelligence is working, creating change in the direction of balance and harmony. If there is more that you can do, trust that you will be guided to know this through your intuition.

Acceptance and Allowance are two of the greatest powers available to you. These two energies free you to live in the expansiveness that is your divine birthright. When you are in Alignment with the Divine working in your being, you have an expanded perspective about life, there is greater freedom to express the dynamic, creative qualities inherent within you. There is greater love, for yourself and for all others. You also will feel connected to your Higher Self, which brings about great joy. It is as the Master Jesus said, “Know the truth, and the truth will set you free.”

Remember your message from Archangel Gabriel today:

Accept what is and allow change to occur around you without attachment.

Correspondences for Your Home

When doing magical workings, many people find it easier to structure their rituals or spells based upon magical correspondences — the concept that everything has a signature, of sorts, that connects it to symbols and meanings. For example, if you wanted to do a working related to money, correspondences might include the colors green and gold, as well as herbs such as basil and pennyroyal, and stones like emerald and lodestone.

To truly be effective with magic, however, you should learn to find magical correspondences all around you. One exercise we did here on the website was the Magical Mondays series, in which readers were given an ordinary item and asked to come up with magical uses for it. This encouraged folks to think outside the box, and see the magical in the most mundane things. Look at it this way – our ancient ancestors didn’t have catalogs or websites to shop from. They had to create and harness magic using simply what they already owned and what they could gather, nothing else.

Let’s take a lesson from them, and consider some magical correspondences of the things you might find around your home.

Air:

Feathers, fans, incense

Balance:

Scales, batteries, weights, magnets

Beauty:

Flowers, seashells, birds, the moon, dolls, cosmetics

Children:

Teddy bears, toys, peanut butter and jelly

Courage:

Lions, armor

Earth:

Coins, dirt, salt

Employment:

Doors, business cards, corporate logos, dolls dressed in career-wear, beehive or bees

Fertility:

Baskets, cups, bowls, cauldrons, eggs, baby dolls, baby clothes or shoes, lunar associations

Finances/Money:

Wallet, purse, coins, dollar signs

Fire:

Candles, lighters, stoves or ovens, fireplaces, dragons

Gambling/Games:

Dice, playing cards, game tokens or poker chips

Healing:

Reiki symbols and other energy work symbols, candles, medical supplies

Intuition:

The moon, mirrors, doors and windows

Legal Issues/Court Cases:

Scales, hammers,

Love:

Hearts, roses, harps and other string instruments, apples, seashells

Pets/Animals:

Dog biscuits, pet supplies like a bowl or collar

Protection:

Iron nails, fences, gates or walls, arrows, rope or chain, dragons, sweet gum balls

Sleep:

Pillows, sheep, doll beds, moons and stars

Strength:

Acorns, arrows, shields, swords, heraldry, eagles or other predatory birds

Water:

Cups, bowls, seashells, sinks or bathtubs, rain boots

Wisdom:

Owls, eyeglasses, serpents

By Patti Wigington

Article originally published on & owned by About.com

November 15 – 16

Dewali (Festival of Lights)

It is around this time of year that Dewali, Hindu Festival of Lights, ushers in the new year. Hinduism is considered to be one of the oldest living religions. It was not founded but rather evolved over a period of 4,000 years. The religion is made up of many sects, and beliefs include the doctrine of Karma as well as the worship of numerous Gods and Goddesses considered to be forms of the one Supreme Being.

The word dewali means cluster of lights and the illumination of lamps, bonfires and fireworks all play an important part in the weeklong festival. The devotees of Vishnu hold that this was the day he killed the demon, but the most popular belief is that Dewali celebrates the coronation of Rama, a manifestation of Vishnu, following his conquest of the demon ruler of Sri Lanka, Ravana. During Dewali, effigies of Ravana are burned, merchants settle the past year’s accounts, games of chance are played, and presents are given.

Tuesday is Ruled by Mars

Tuesday is a Mars day, and just like the god of war, this is the time to tap into magicks to call for strength and courage. This day of the week is for rebels and warriors. If you are facing a challenge of any kind, need a boost to your courage, or want to enhance your passions, Tuesday is the day of the week for you.

Some suggestions for Tuesday enchantments would include:

*Wearing the fiery colors associated with this day: scarlet, red, black, and orange. Don some of the more daring and bewitching colors of your wardrobe on Tuesdays and turn a few heads

*Carrying a bloodstone in your pocket or wearing garnet-studded jewelry to reinforce your convictions

*Working with protective and fire-associated plants such as the snapdragon, thistle, and holly to boost your shields and bravery

*Burning spicy-scented energy-enhancing candles to add a little magical aromatherapy to your home

*Cooking up a hearty meal featuring carrots, peppers, and garlic (all Mars foods and spices) to empower yourself for victory and success