Your Personal Daily Tarot Card for June 8th is The Hermit

Your Personal Daily Tarot Card

The Hermit



The Hermit denotes a need to have some space between you and the everyday hustle and bustle of our busy world. The Hermit needs to retreat. Indeed, happiness for The Hermit requires seclusion, freedom from material wants, and time for intense introspection. The answers The Hermit needs cannot be found in our physical world. The truths he seeks are internal, spiritual, and the distraction of a well developed social life can only impede his quest for his personal truths. Still, although not anything remotely resembling extroversion, The Hermit does sometimes need to share time with others; so he can both learn and teach, guide and be guided. The Hermit’s time spent amongst people depletes his energy rapidly. To avoid mental and physical overload he has to retreat from social settings quickly.

Get A Jump On Tomorrow, Your Daily Horoscopes for Thursday, June 9th

Get A Jump On Tomorrow….

Your Daily Horoscopes for Thursday, June 9th

by Rick Levine

 

General Horoscope

We are tapping into a deep well of primal energy today as potent Pluto harmonizes with the karmic Moon’s Nodes. But we must be careful about what we say because communicator Mercury tensely opposes cranky Mars. The extroverted Leo Moon creates several smooth aspects, emboldening us to express our feelings before considering the consequences. Although we’re not afraid to stand up for the truth now, we may sound more combative than intended.

Aries Horoscope MAR 21 – APR 19

You may feel as if you’re personally under attack when someone criticizes your beliefs. But verbally aggressive behavior doesn’t sit right with you and you could be quick to strike back. Unfortunately, it’s possible that your entire premise is wrong now; others might actually be more supportive than you think. They are likely motivated by the desire to help you rather than bring you down, but you must let them. Build bridges instead of walls if you want to cultivate harmony.

Taurus Horoscope APR 20 – MAY 20

You are quite direct when sharing what’s on your mind today. Your thoughts are grounded in the truth but your unrelenting insistence could put others off. You may be surprised when your words run into a roadblock rather than an open highway if you rub someone the wrong way. Bring it down a notch before you are accused of overselling your agenda. Just remember the old adage about catching more flies with honey than with vinegar and you’ll be fine.

Gemini Horoscope MAY 21 – JUN 20

There are differing schools of thought at work today and they all sound overly complicated in their various approaches. Although you truly believe your way is the most straightforward, you might still need to acquiesce in the name of cooperation now. You will be your own worst enemy as long as you remain self-righteous about your path. Act wisely and compromise for the best results.

Cancer Horoscope JUN 21 – JUL 22

Your friends appreciate your ability to express your thoughts today, but you may get lost in your own ideas if they’re not built on a solid foundation. Nevertheless, you could put on such a dramatic show that everyone thinks you did a great job. However, you know where you fell short of your well-rehearsed presentation. Don’t cry over spilt milk; just clean it up as quickly as you can and jump back into the fray while the odds are in your favor.

Leo Horoscope JUL 23 – AUG 22

The bigger your soapbox is today, the less people will pay attention to your words. The taller the mountaintop from which you are preaching, the more your declaration will fall onto deaf ears. Don’t overestimate the importance of communication now, even if it’s one of the most important tools in your toolbox. Nevertheless, without decisive action to reinforce your message, your ideas won’t materialize into anything tangible. The proof is in the pudding.

Virgo Horoscope AUG 23 – SEP 22

People aren’t sure what you’re really trying to say today, even if you think you’re being crystal clear. Part of the problem is that your priorities are changing and you’re already moving far into the future in your mind. It’s frustrating because finding the right words to bring someone into your new frame of reference seems nearly impossible. Don’t waste your energy stressing about the gulf between you and others. Your focus on the present moment will return in a few days, allowing for a reunion with those you temporarily left behind.

Libra Horoscope SEP 23 – OCT 22

You are defying everyone’s primary assumption about the ambiguous nature of your sign by stepping up to the plate today and making brave decisions regarding your future. Your mind is like a virtual reality generator now; whatever you think actually manifests right before your eyes. But acting too impulsively will come back to haunt you, so avoid any spur of-the-moment choices that could jeopardize your previous achievements. Focus on creating the most positive impact and your success will be inevitable.

Scorpio Horoscope OCT 23 – NOV 21

Feeling as if you’re being pulled into someone’s tractor beam is disturbing, especially if you have an agenda of your own. However, you might be sucked into a conversation that doesn’t even concern you – and your lack of boundaries could prevent you from reaching your own goals. You may be so emotional today that you cry for absolutely no obvious reason at all. Don’t hold back your tears since they can wash away the cares of your soul.

Sagittarius Horoscope NOV 22 – DEC 21

You’re operating with a hidden agenda today and you don’t want others to know what you’re up to yet. But once you start talking, you become so excited with your work that you might forget your secret is worth defending. In fact, you could blurt out your theory before you can support your conclusion. Remember, you only get to make a first impression once, so keep things under wraps until you’re ready to take center stage.

Capricorn Horoscope DEC 22 – JAN 19

You want to approach a job in a very creative manner today, but others don’t know what to make of your unusual behavior. They might even attempt to prevent you from carrying out your tasks in such a radical style. But moderating your position now won’t help you in the long run. It’s been said that a compromise is an agreement where both parties get what neither of them wanted. Instead, dig in your heels and ward off all those who would dampen your enthusiasm. Defend your right to color outside of the lines.

Aquarius Horoscope JAN 20 – FEB 18

You’re not making as much progress at work as you expected and this realization could hit you hard today. You had big plans and high hopes, yet you must face the facts now and consider adjusting your overall trajectory. But reacting too quickly can make matters worse. Don’t change direction; just accept that the cosmos is operating on its own time schedule and not yours. There are many detours on the road to success.

Pisces Horoscope FEB 19 – MAR 20

You can talk about your plans for the day in such a manner that it sounds like you’re fully informed about all the contingencies. However, upon closer analysis, it’s apparent that there are viable possibilities that you have not considered at all. Luckily, time is on your side because a final decision isn’t necessary for a while yet. In the meantime, don’t let your emotions run amok just because everything you want is on the other side of fear.

 

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If Today is Your Birthday: June 8

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If Today is Your Birthday: June 8

You are a true networker, frequently reaching out to people and always insatiably curious, even if you have a strong private side. You also possess a real flair for the dramatic. Your drive is powerful and you thrive on challenges. You are witty and always have something interesting to contribute to any conversation.

Famous people born today: Robert Schumann, Barbara Bush, Joan Rivers, Frank Lloyd Wright, Kanye West.

Your Birthday Year Forecast

With the Sun and Moon in a waxing semi-square at the time of your birthday this year, the period ahead is one of new initiatives and action. You possess quite a bit of energy, but you must be aware that emotions color much of what you do this year. It can be hard to be objective as a result.

This can be a year in which you experience important turning points, or you could begin new projects or goals that have a long-term impact on your life.

There are likely to be quite a few doors opening for you this year. Negotiations, marriage, and business partnerships benefit. Artistic talent is emphasized this year, and respected – you can truly shine. You are motivated by the desire to strike a balance in your relationships and in your personal environment. Smooth negotiations with others are sought. You are more diplomatic and gracious this year. This is a good period in your life for social affairs, pleasure, amusement, and romance.

There may be a project, idea, or person that demands much of your attention or occupies much of your thoughts. It’s a strong year for any project or studies that require concentrated effort. You are especially resourceful. You are willing to put in the effort and dedication to a mental interest or project. Business and promotional efforts can thrive. You can experience a strong desire to master a subject or deepen your knowledge and skillset.

However, watch for stress and tension this year. Good energy is with you for energetic mental work, but there can be an argumentative or easy on the trigger quality to you at times during this period that should be watched for. Be careful to avoid cutting words and aggressive driving, and watch for putting ideas into action too quickly.

When it comes to finances or romantic relationships, you may be faced with choices and the need to assess areas of your life that have been neglected or that have become wasteful. There may be some uncertainty in these areas of life at times, and the need to buckle down becomes clear. Spiritual, artistic, or musical endeavors can provide a welcome relief. Disappointments can lead to a stronger sense of reality and purpose.

Your unique manner of expressing and asserting yourself is in focus and appreciated this year. Suppressed anger is more effectively released in creative ways. Physical healing can help inner healing, and vice versa.

Saturn forms an opposition to your Sun in December 2016. Saturn calls upon you to identify the weaker areas of your life, and to fix or strengthen them. Take the time to sort out your life, improve your work, and to become more efficient. Taking a slow and steady approach to life is necessary now. Pushing too hard will likely lead to frustration and setbacks. Take it easy and work on self-improvement. Results are not immediate, but will eventually come and bring healthy rewards.

The year ahead is one of fresh new beginnings. Relationships are in strong focus this year, and harmonizing with others especially important to you. Your charm and attractiveness can be in the spotlight, and artistic tendencies come to the fore. It is easier than ever to express your individuality in a manner that is true to you. This can be a strong period for business endeavors, gaining new insights, strategy, and powers of persuasion. Communications projects move forward. Love and social matters can be up and down at times and the need to buckle down with finances and schedules becomes clear.

 

2016 is a Number Five year for you. Ruled by Mercury. This is a year of exploration and freedom. It’s a time when exploration and reaching out to others brings opportunities. It’s a good time to advertise and sell. Surprises are in store, and the routine is broken. This is a year when exciting relationships can be formed, or, if you are already in a partnership, new life is breathed into the relationship. Advice – explore, look for adventure, keep your eyes open for opportunities, mingle.

2017 will be a Number Six year for you. Ruled by Venus. This is a year of relative contentment. It is a time when love is the easiest to attract, and partnerships formed under this vibration have a better chance for longevity. You are able to attract others, and material things as well, this year. This is a good year for establishing harmony in the family and in the home. Advice – develop existing relationships, be positive and receptive because these kinds of energies help you to attract what you desire.

Courtesy of Cafe Astrology

Your Daily Horoscopes for Wednesday, June 8th

 

 

 

 

 

Your Daily Horoscopes for Wednesday, June 8th

 

Aries

Aries Horoscope
Aries

Communicating with sensitivity is in order today, dear Aries, and fortunately comes quite naturally now. Two influences that enhance your ability to understand, empathize, and nurture are active now. You are coming across quite well, but it’s not only on the surface of things, as you are also feeling more capable and connected. It’s a good time to make financial plans and to discuss strategies for reaching your goals. Intuition is easy to tap right now, and you may just find that previously irksome problems have a way of resolving themselves now. Problem solving is enhanced regarding work, financial, and practical or mechanical matters. Your vision of an issue is large, and with a broader perspective, the details of any plan seem to fall into place. It could be a good time to ask for a raise or to attract positive feedback from others. Cooperation in relationships is improved today. Even so, if you’ve been stressed over money or various problems in your daily life recently, it’s likely to reach a boiling point tomorrow as Mercury opposes Mats, so do what you can to relax and examine areas that could use some review.

Taurus

Taurus

The Moon moves into your home and family sector early today, dear Taurus, and you can feel a stronger desire to take root, settle in, or even hide away. Even so, you are generous with your time and energy today, and your ability to solve problems, particularly for others, is enhanced. You might even help someone out with healing words of advice. Communications, learning, and transportation are favorable today. Emotional bonds with others can be strengthened today. It’s also a fine time for nurturing a business or business idea, and you can quite effectively draw upon your experience and wisdom to further an idea or project now.

Gemini

Gemini

There are two pleasing aspects affecting you today that enhance your bonds with others and likability, dear Gemini. You can be glowing, ready to share ideas, and approaching life in a modest, sincere way that gets you results. You are a quiet leader right now, setting the trends and making it easy for others to follow along. You can more easily get in touch with your innermost desires and your subconscious mind today. You could be playing a supportive role with someone today, and the advice you have, or simply the fact that you care, can be quite inspiring, and you feel stronger for it. Private time is helpful now, although you are likely to feel quite connected with others. Watch for tension building, particularly surrounding a concern about a private or work/health matter, as your ruler, Mercury, prepares to oppose Mars, bringing problem areas to a head.

Cancer

Cancer

This is a strong day for sorting out problems, dear Cancer. With a tendency to listen as well as express ourselves, communications are more balanced than usual. Your thoughts may turn to travel or higher learning today. You can feel quite supported and supportive – there is a pleasant theme of nurturing and taking care of one another. You can give great advice today, or you can inspire or be inspired by friends and connections. Work relationships can subtly improve right now. Even so, there can be some tension building in your social or romantic life that can come to a head tonight and tomorrow. Try to observe before acting.

Leo

Leo

Receiving new information that helps you out can figure strongly today, dear Leo. The Moon moves into your sign early into the day (Eastern time), and this puts you in the forefront – you’re more visible now. Emotions run on the high side, but you are in control. You have a good head for all practical matters right now, and with a better sense of what is truly feasible, it’s a good time for making plans for finances. Problem solving is favored. As well, others are noticing your special way of looking at things – your perspective – and can feel quite inspired or supported as a result. Sensitive topics can be handled with more ease than usual. Socializing with family and friends can be especially warm and rewarding right now.

Virgo

Virgo Symbol/Glyph
Virgo

You can find it easier than usual to present your ideas today, dear Virgo, and you might enjoy being in a position to instruct. You have a strong sense for future trends and of your “audience”, and this helps you to both plan accordingly and connect well with others. You’re not one who typically chases a spotlight, but you do feel the need to receive appreciation and respect for the things you quietly do for others. This may come in subtle ways now – and subtle is how you tend to like feedback best as overly showy flattery can leave you feeling uncomfortable at times. For some of you, a financial boost or gift can be part of the picture today. It’s a good time for asking for support, a loan, or help.

 

Libra

Libra Glyph-Symbol
Libra

This is a strong day overall for communications, dear Libra, particularly related to problem areas that require some sensitivity or people skills to navigate. Self-improvement endeavors are highly favored as well, as you are seeing a rather realistic and level-headed view of yourself and can identify areas to work harder on more easily than usual. This is a good time for striking up a conversation about a private or personal matter if this can be a help to you. Others seem to be more willing to listen to you and give you useful feedback, and you reciprocate. Your feedback is objective and considerate. There can also be opportunities to attract people who can help you expand your personal horizons, learn new things, and grow your potential now.

Scorpio

Scorpio Symbol Glyph
Scorpio

With the Moon at the top of your solar chart today, dear Scorpio, you’re more visible than usual. Today’s communications tend to be useful and responsible. Your ability to put things into perspective can open up doors that were previously closed. This is a fine time to forgive and forget hurts from the past, and to open up the lines of communication about issues that are especially important to you, particularly with a partner, love interest, or child. Allowing yourself to be vulnerable is not always easy for you, but doing so now can improve relationships. Creative ideas tend to come as the result of your interactions with a partner or trusted friend. Desires tend to be more easily met in your relationships with others now, generally because there is more willingness to look for ways to nurture and support one another. Showing your concern and care is important today.

Sagittarius

Sagittarius Glyph Symbol
Sagittarius

Today is strong for strengthening your relationships, dear Sagittarius, through communications and shows of concern and care. The nurturer in you emerges and can be put to good use. For some, this energy can be applied to projects and endeavors – growing an idea or business can be the focus now. Others may be reaching out to people you care about and the results are good. It’s a little easier than usual to solve problems or rise above them when it comes to practical matters. You might also lend a sensitive ear to other people’s problems. There is an easygoing way about how you express yourself now that is especially appealing to others. While conversations can open up important topics now, recent tensions or overthinking can reach a head by tomorrow, particularly related to work and family or professional and personal balance.

Capricorn

Capricorn Symbol/Glyph
Capricorn

Today is strong for domestic and family matters, dear Capricorn, particularly on emotional levels. Your ideas, thoughts, and creative process tend to flow well now, and expressing yourself creatively and affectionately can be rewarding, coming more easily than usual. Your way with words is marked today, and you may be seeking out new, improved, and original ways to express yourself or to stimulate yourself on a mental level. This is a good time for seeing things for their true value, and perhaps for seeing through appearances as well. Relationships with siblings, classmates, and even neighbors can be enhanced now. There can be some tension, however, building in your social life, particularly related to matters of time, energy, and opinion! If you or others have been holding on to resentments, they may be reaching a head tonight and tomorrow.

Aquarius

Aquarius

Today is particularly strong for nurturing friendships through healthy communications, dear Aquarius. You can express your affection quite creatively now, and might bond with a love interest, child, or sibling through shared ideas. With communication skills boosted today, you could find nice outlets for expressing yourself. This is about seeing things you might overlook on a more chaotic day. You might also enjoy handling work and household details today, coming up with some great ideas about these matters as you do. Health can also be a focus and an area for problem solving and fresh, new thinking. There can be a better attitude coming from family and co-workers in general, and this helps fuel your own motivation. You might feel some level of relief and purging as you naturally share something that you’ve been keeping to yourself.

Pisces

Pisces

This can be a good day for communicating more effectively, dear Pisces. This is not just about the words you choose to express yourself, but more that your good intentions shine through. You might benefit from word of mouth or receive some interesting offers now. This is also a good time to feel a connection with someone special, and there can be a nice sense of growth and faith in a relationship. It’s easier now to verbalize exactly what you want, and also to see what others may want as well. Today also brings strong vibes for family or domestic life, particularly on emotional and caring levels. You might purchase something special for the home or take special care of a valuable. It’s a good time, generally speaking, for strategizing along financial lines as well. However, if tension over a chaotic schedule or differing beliefs has been building recently, it may be reaching a head tonight and tomorrow as Mercury and Mars move towards an opposition. Center yourself so that you’ll be able to avoid hasty words and decisions.

 

 

Astrology of Today – June 8, 2016

 

 

 

 

 

Astrology of Today – June 8, 2016

Summary:

  • The Moon is in Cancer until 2:47 AM.
  • The Moon is void until 2:47 AM (since yesterday at 8:17 PM).
  • The Moon is in Leo from 2:47 AM forward (until Friday, June 10th, at 9:45 AM).
  • The Moon is waxing and in its New Moon phase until 8:21 AM, after which the Moon is waxing and in its Waxing Crescent phase.
  • A New Moon occurred on the 4th, and a First Quarter Moon will occur on June 12th.
  • Mars is retrograde (Mars is retrograde from April 17-June 29).

June 2016: Pluto Trining the Jupiter / North Node Conjunction

June 2016: Pluto Trining the Jupiter / North Node Conjunction

The Wisdom of Fear

The current relationship between Pluto and the North Node (which continues until mid-October) comes as a great blessing. Now more than ever Pluto’s transformative power supports a positive manifestation of our collective destiny. In this motif we see the potential for change which consolidates progress even if, at first glance, there appears much cause for despair.

Throughout June the trine between Pluto and the North Node is further enhanced by a conjunction between the North Node and Jupiter, underscoring hope and countering narratives of doom. It is vital we discern carefully between that which may cause us to fear and those who gratuitously peddle it as a means of control. Fear is not our enemy but an indicator that a part of the self has become split off or denied. We fear not coping with the future because we have lost contact with our inner strength. We fear life will take a turn for the worse when we lose connection with hope. We fear the human race will destroy itself because we’ve lost a vision of our higher potential. Fear shows us where we must reconnect and why. It is our friend, guiding us through the forest of emotions. A powerful ally with gifts to share.

When viewed through the lens of wisdom and embraced with an open heart, fear is our teacher and healer, worthy of respect for the message it brings. Those who use it as a means of control can only succeed as long as we refuse to face it in ourselves. Once known intimately we can assess it, discern its true cause (which is rarely what we first thought!) and decide how best to proceed. Fear may be our greatest friend keeping us safe when self-protection is needed, or it may be our biggest obstacle keeping us scared and small when great courage is required to do what must be done. But without knowing it intimately we cannot discern the difference, nor can we decide what and who should be given the power to influence our lives.

As Pluto trines the North Node it invites us to embrace fear as simply another aspect of the human experience, not something to be avoided at all costs. Neither a sign of weakness nor a prophet of doom, fear reminds us we are growing and changing, stepping out in new ways, encountering things avoided, reaching beyond our comfort zone. It’s a natural response to the challenges we currently face and the possibilities that lie ahead. If we fear the experience of fear we cannot move through it and out the other side victorious. If we turn to face it, own and accept it, fear becomes the courage necessary to strengthen us anew.

Your Weekly Karmic Forecast: June 5 – 11, 2016

Weekly Forecast: June 5 – 11, 2016

The Karmic Tools Weekly Forecast covers the current planetary transits which affect people in different ways and to various degrees of intensity.  Take notice when it is a Personal planet (Sun / Moon / Mercury / Venus / Mars) interacting with a Social (Jupiter/Saturn) or Collective planet (Uranus / Neptune/Pluto).  And pay extremely close attention when it is a Social planet interacting with a Collective planet because that means something *big* is brewing that will move large groups of people along their evolutionary paths. Tuning in to the energy and rhythm of the planets can serve as a useful *guide* as you move along your Individual Path.  It also helps to understand your place within the context of the larger Social & Collective Story. Below, you will find out how these energies tend to manifest, as well as guidance and direction.

*NOTE* There are some days when there are NO CONTACTS (besides the Moon), please note that there are no missing entries, we just list the actual Activations of each week + the day they happen.  

Weekly Forecast: June 5 – 11, 2016

6/6 ~ Venus (relationships & resources) ~conjunct~ Sun (source & essential Self): (2 of 2:  8.15.2015 & 6.6.2016)

This activates your innate creativity and gets your wheels turning about what you want to bring to life in the world, what you want to invest in and be a part of. When Sun contacts Venus, the creativity is centered around you, however, here as Venus contacts the Sun, it is all about the creation! Use this Solar infusion to brighten and illuminate your self, your surroundings or your creative projects. This expands your magnetic field and opportunities result. There is a burst of new energy wanting to be expressed through you, and it’s based on your new values and priorities. It is the beginning of a new creative cycle. Love too is a creative force, so if your relationships are more center-stage than your creative projects, then this too lends new potency to what you create with others. Invite or allow support and guidance from men.

6/9 ~ Mercury (communication & expression) ~oppose~ Mars (desires, action & aggression):

This energy is a mixed blessing. It is a time to consider thoughtful action, not impulsive reaction. Any opposition requires we find the balance, in this case, between our thoughts and actions. You may swing between extremes of keeping your thoughts or feelings all bottled up inside, until they explode … and spewing every thought that comes into your mind before truly considering why or to whom you are speaking. If you are already imbalanced and experiencing any kind of personal blockage or famine, you may feel a deep need to be heard which (under pressure) makes you want to tell people what you really think, without any filter. The problem is, whether you actually say anything to anyone or not, you still may be giving off angry vibrations which will likely bring more challenges & contrary people into your realm and you could end up in an argument either way. So the only way to really control or avoid this type of combative nature (within or without) is to recognize that only the ego needs to be “heard” in this way, Spirit always only seeks peace, and in this case, balance. How has your ego been leading lately? If you are NOT already imbalanced, but in a strong place, feeling productive and moving forward in your life, then this is a great time to ask those you trust, and who can be objective, to give you some constructive criticism to help you improve your Self or your position at this time. No matter what, it is a good time to pause before speaking or acting and ask your Self what exactly it is that you’d like to express or acquire at this time. Any impulsive, reactive thoughts, words or deeds are likely to bring more problems than solutions.

NOTE:  The Venus/Sun activation also brings the MidPoint in the current Venus Cycle. Essentially, Venus has an 18-month cycle which is divided by the first 9-months of Release work and the final 9-months of Reclamation work. The last one was in Capricorn and the next one is in Aries but this one is in Leo and we are at the critical midpoint, whose theme is Gemini. I’ve chosen to include an excerpt from my Venus in Leo Custom Guide. It includes questions, affirmations and explanations that are relevant to here and now. I would also recommend reviewing the Venus in Leo Cycle Article so that you can set conscious intentions around the Reclamation part of the cycle, which has just initiated on June 6th.

Venus in Leo Cycle Article:

In order to honor that which Venus is illuminating in your life, it’s good to set overall intentions for this first half of the cycle, at this time. Keep them broad for now because you will hone them as the cycle progresses, as you strip the layers of the last 8-yrs and as you regain clarity about what sustains and fulfills you. This cycle is about restoring integrity & peace within, while establishing new joy, beauty & protection without.

Consider the Leo Theme and think about what has to be *Integrated & Released* in order for you to upgrade the love, beauty & joy in your life. It’s time to realign with your own heart & discover a new facet of your Being that illuminates your Authentic Self in new, radiant & delicious ways.

The first half of the journey is about releasing that which has served its purpose and run its full course. Keep in mind throughout your clearing process that you are creating space for the NEW. It’s not so much about what you’ve lost or sacrificed, although that’s important, it is more about creating space with rich, fertile soil to plant new seeds and set new intentions as you move onward & upward. As you clarify what you are releasing, it is also a good exercise to set (loose) goals around what you would like to reclaim on the back-end of this cycle. You will get another chance to answer these questions 10-months from now, and often, something shifts by then. You may find that you are ready to reclaim a completely new level of the answers you have now, to something altogether different, because your fundamental *values & priorities* will have shifted by then in unforeseeable & magical ways.

Again, consider the overall Leo Theme but now, there will be a strong Gemini Theme kicking off the *Reclamation*. Think: Fire/Air ~ Creativity/Ideas ~ Friends/Social Circles & Learning how to love Self & play with Others in completely new ways. In June 2016, it will be time to think about what has to be *Initiated & Reclaimed* in order for you to open up to new ideas that will allow you to upgrade the love, beauty & joy in your life. It will be time to integrate & practice with your newly fortified connection to your own Heart & Authentic Self. You will be emerging, after your release process, to discover a number of new facets (thanks to Gemini) of your own Being, illuminating different aspects of your core essential Self that you will begin to play with, and then choose which ones to cultivate going forward.

The second half of the journey is about reclaiming that which is ready to be embodied & expressed in a completely new way. This can & will now support you more fully going forward because you’ve cultivated it from the inside-out. This meeting with the Sun (6.6.2016) will initiate the *Reclamation* part of the    cycle and give you the opportunity to define these terms and answer these questions again.

Consider:  What are you known for? What do you want to be known for? (reputation) How/When/Why do you ‘hide/dim your Light’? What did you release in Aug 2015 that will allow you to embody new facets of your Being now, in June 2016?

Affirmation: I am releasing any fear, doubt or inauthenticity so that I can reclaim being my uniquely brilliant & multi-dimensional Self.

Now that you’ve been through the release process, it is also a good exercise to set (loose) goals around what you would like to reclaim going forward. This second half of the journey is about reclaiming that which is ready to be embodied & expressed in a completely new way. Again, consider the overall Leo Theme but now, there is a strong Gemini Theme kicking off the *Reclamation*. Think: Fire/Air ~ Creativity/Ideas ~ Friends/Social Circles & Learning ~ how to love Self and play with Others in completely new ways! It is time to integrate & practice with your newly fortified connection to your own Heart & Authentic Self. As each month progresses, you will discover a number of new facets (thanks to Gemini) of your own Being, which will illuminate different aspects of your core essential Self that you can now begin to truly understand & fully express. This can/will now support you more fully, going forward, because you are cultivating it from the inside-out. Now, it is time to think about what you want to *Initiate & Reclaim* as you open up to many new ideas, concepts & definitions of beauty, joy, love & abundance.

What do you want to *invest* your time, energy & resources?
What do you want to reclaim & practice now & going forward?
Where is there fun, flow & fluid movement in your life at this time?
When/Where/With Whom do you feel your most passionate, fiery creative Self?
How could your appearance & your surroundings use an infusion of *new* energy?
Are you more focused on your Self, your Relationships or your Creative Projects at this time?
How can you anchor, brighten & expand your magnetic field?
What/Who do you want to naturally magnetize & repel?
How have you cultivated a strong, positive animus that guides & protects you/your creations in the world?

Consider:  How are you ready to express your Authentic Self & explore the many possibilities of your Unique Contribution? What can you embody & express now, June 2016, because of what you released in Aug 2015?

Affirmation: I am ready, willing & able to explore, embody & express my multi-dimensional Self as I make my unique contribution to the whole.

Essentially, it is time to own, activate & truly embody your Inner Artist ~ that part of you that expresses naturally, from the inside-out. It’s also a time deeply supported for re-connecting with your Inner Child/Innocent Child’s Heart within, that’s the part of you capable of being alive, happy & fully present in the moment and fully engaged with life, taking it all in, and then sharing your ideas, feelings & unique gifts. It’s time to share your Self with the world, get out & play, have fun and lighten up! We must lighten our hearts most of all. On some level, the mourning period is over and we are on the back-side of the Life/Death/Life cycle, rebirthing, coming alive, waking up. We’ve died to the Old Self (last 8-years minimum) and are taking the vital pieces left to re-assemble a more Authentic Self, at a Higher Level, here & now.

The Witches Moon Phase for Wednesday, June 8th is Waxing Crescent

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June 8
Waxing Crescent
Illumination: 15%

The Moon today is in a Waxing Crescent Phase. A Waxing Crescent is the first Phase after the New Moon and is a great time to see the features of the moon’s surface. During this phase the Moon can be seen in the wester sky after the sun dips below the horizon at sunset. The moon is close to the sun in the sky and mostly dark except for the right edge of the moon which becomes brighter as the days get closer to the next phase which is a First Quarter with a 50% illumination.

PHASE DETAILS FOR – WEDNESDAY, JUNE 8, 2016

Phase: Waxing Crescent
Illumination: 15%
Moon Age: 3.68 days
Moon Angle: 0.52
Moon Distance: 383,223.55 km
Sun Angle: 0.53
Sun Distance: 151,867,252.12 km

Source

A Little Voodoo for Your Day: Spell For Luck

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A Little Voodoo for Your Day

For Luck

Ingredients:
Dirt from your footprint
Powdered Cinnamon
Mix the cinnamon with dirt from your footprint, sprinkle it along the path entering your home to attract luck and fortune towards yourself and your home.

 

Source

Gray’s Pocket Book of Hoodoo Spells for Luck and Success: (Gray’s Pocket Book Series Book 4)
Deran Gray

The Bible & Conjuring

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The Bible & Conjuring

I know a lot of folks have issues with Christians and the church. The thing is that the church is man-made. Man rules the churches. Most of the folks that go to church worry about what they are going to wear or what Dick and Jane are doing; than what Gods word is saying. I’ve never had a bad experience with Christians or the church and I’m shocked to hear that so many have, but the thing is humans run these churches and to err is human. The thing is you can’t throw the baby out with the bath water if you want to be a Conjurer. The Bible is the meat of Conjure; it is the power behind the work. Some would argue this point and that is their right to do so.

The Bible is a book of power, if you want to learn Traditional Conjure then you must work with the Bible. Actually I was taught to work with the Old Testament and that is what I work with, although there are something’s in the New Testament that I have learned to work with. You don’t have to be a Christian, you can be anything you want to be but if you are going to claim to be a Conjure worker you need to know how to do the work. Why would you want to waste your time doing some watered down mess when you can do the real deal?

That book we call a Bible is a Tome of power, and when you pray the chapters and verses over your work you are creating a powerful force, one that will get the job done. You don’t ever have to set foot in a church if you choose not to, just work with the Bible. God has many names and I personally don’t care what name you call him or her as long as you do Conjure the way the work is supposed to be done. If you have to change it to suit you then you need to find something else that works for you! Plain and simple! Prayer builds power and power leads to success! I know some folks don’t know how to pray, so if you are one of those folks then just start out by talking. Say what is in your heart, don’t worry about if you are doing it right or not. Just DO IT! You have to start somewhere. Conjure is not a religion but it is built around the Bible, the Trinity and prayer.

I can’t speak for the folks in Africa because I have never been there although I did have a lady come all the way from Africa to learn from me; she stayed the whole weekend with me. I ask her about this type of work over there and she told me that if you got caught doing this work where she is from you could be stoned by the people and even run out of town. If it is a lie she is the one that told it. One thing I do know is that he Bible is part of Conjure maybe not in what folks are calling New Orleans Hoodoo but it is in Southern Conjure.

I don’t dispute the fact that when the ancestors were stolen from Africa they were not Christian. I’m sure they weren’t; but I know my history of the South. I was raised on it. This was a whole new world to them. Different language, different food, different clothes, different houses, DIFFERENT ROOTS AND HERBS, everything in this new world of horror was different. The only thing that couldn’t be taken from them was their KNOWLEDGE! It is obvious that they held on to some of their knowledge because we still practice Conjure today; but let’s be honest just for a minute. Let’s go back in time and take a look at the real horror these great Ancestors who endured a brutality not many could survive.

When they were captured they were chained in the bottom of the ship, they were allowed to wash when the body odor became so bad the sailors couldn’t stand the smell any longer. My dogs are kept better than these Ancestors were. Then once they reached the Carolina’s that wasn’t much better. They were stood up on platforms and inspected the way you would cattle. They checked their teeth, privates and God only knows what else was done to them. Then they were sold. They became the property of another human and “I question that”. So woo hoo we be home! If you believe that then you better go read your history books.

 

They had no homes, they lived in shacks. They were abused and treated less than animals; so do you REALLY believe they were allowed to keep their religion. They would have been looked at as devils or witches; if they would have lived after those Christians “I use the term lightly” got done with them. Unless you have lived in the South you really can’t comprehend how it really is. I’m talking about Georgia on up to the Carolina’s; even today in 2012 it’s a whole different world than the rest of the U.S. I will never believe that they were allowed to have their religious ceremonies amongst their Christian owners. They were smarter than their owners gave them credit and brought Christianity into the work or hid the work inside of Christianity. Conjure is a lot more than what some see as spell work. There are remedies and such that go along with the work; it is a way of life. It is not only about the work. If you try to remove the Bible out of Hoodoo/ Conjure then you are NOT doing Southern Conjure work. You can’t separate the two because our Ancestors hid the work in Christianity. I can’t speak for New Orleans Voodoo/ Hoodoo which folks see as the same thing or that they interchange but I stand firm about Southern Hoodoo/ Conjure.

I don’t claim to know it all nor do I claim to have a bunch of PHD’s next to my name; I have something that money can’t buy; the knowledge that has been handed down through my family and my elders. I believe that the Bible is part of the work and always has been. This is what I have seen growing up in a Southern family.

Source

The Conjure Workbook Volume 1: Working the Root
Starr Casas

What is Voodoo?

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What is Voodoo?

As mentioned previously in the introduction, Voodoo is an ancient religion. It was birthed in the kingdoms of Africa six thousand years ago. The Fon Kingdom, now seen in the map as Southern Benin, is considered as the cradle of Voodoo. Even today, millions of people in Benin, Ghana, and Togo still practice Voodoo.

The name is derived from the Fon word Voudon which translates to “the Power” or “the Creator”. Indeed, like most religions, followers of the Voodoo faith believe that the world was made and is governed by an all-powerful Supreme Being. That said, Voodooists believe that as mere mortals, we are neither capable nor worthy of communicating directly with the Supreme Being. The Creator, though invincible, all-loving and always watching, must not be bothered with our daily concerns. It is for this reason why we need the aid of other lesser spiritual beings, including one’s ancestors. Note that these spirits are not considered as gods. Despite their presence, Voodoo remains monotheistic in nature.

However, unlike major religions, Voodoo does not have a holy scripture which the followers base their faith upon. Instead, Voodoo concentrates more on individual experience. Because it does not constrain one’s actions by rules set in stone, you are free to act and exist as stated by your conscience. No set of ancient rules exist to dictate your actions for you. No words written centuries ago will predetermine your choice. No one will threaten you into obedience with punishments or everlasting damnation. Instead, it is up to you to do the right thing, to determine by yourself the path of righteousness, and to make the conscious choice to walk on that path. This is one of the most beautiful things about being a Voodooist. The Voodoo faith supports empowerment and encourages responsibility.
 

Source

Voodoo: Beginner’s Guide – Discover Its Top Secret Spells and Rituals (Voodoo Spells, Voodoo Religion, Voodoo Handbook, Voodoo Book, Voodoo Magic, Voodoo … The Voodoo Doll Spellbook, Voodoo Dreams)
Ema Phillips

DAILY MAGICKAL APPLICATIONS FOR WEDNESDAY

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DAILY MAGICKAL APPLICATIONS FOR WEDNESDAY

 

To the Romans, this day was called Dies Mercurii, or “Mercury’s day” Mercury was a popular character in the Roman pantheon. A messenger of the gods, he presided over commerce, trade, and anything that required skill or dexterity. The Celts also worshiped Mercury and eventually equated him with the Norse god Odin (some spelling variations on this name include Wotan, Wodin, and Wodan). In Norse mythologies, Odin, like Mercury, is associated with poetry and music. Interestingly enough, both Odin and Mercury were regarded as psychopomps, or the leaders of souls, in their individual mythologies.

Odin, one of the main gods in Norse mythology, was constantly seeking wisdom. He traveled the world in disguise as a one-eyed man with a long gray beard, wearing an old, beat-up hat and carrying a staff or a spear (which brings to my mind images of Gandalf from The Lord of the Rings). In the Old English language, this day of Mercury evolved into Wodnes daeg, “Woden’s day,” or Wednesday.

Wednesday carries all of the planetary and magickal energies and associations of the witty and nimble god Mercury himself. Some of these mercurial traits included good communication skills, cleverness, intelligence, creativity, business sense, writing, artistic talent, trickiness, and thievery. And don’t forget all of those wise and enigmatic qualities associated with the Norse god Odin/Wodin, not to mention the goddess Athena’s contributions of music, the arts, handmade crafts, and writing. Wednesdays afford excellent opportunities for seeking wisdom, changing your circumstances, and improving your skills, be they in trade and commerce, music and art, or in communication and writing.

Source

Book of Witchery: Spells, Charms & Correspondences for Every Day of the Week
Ellen Dugan

The Witches Correspondences for Wednesday, June 8th

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WEDNESDAY CORRESPONDENCES

Mercury/Neptune/Air/North/West/Southwest/Female/Male/Gemini/Virgo

 

Magickal Intentions: Communication, Divination, Writing, Knowledge, Business Transactions, Debt, Fear, Loss, Travel, Money Matters

Color: black, light blue, brown, gray, green, magenta, orange, peach, purple, red, silver, turquoise, violet, white, yellow; orange is the primary color

Number: 3, 5

Metal: mercury

Charm: distaff, rod, runes, staff, iridescent garments

Stone: moss agate, amethyst, bloodstone, emerald, hematite, lapis lazuli, lodestone, pearl, ruby, sapphire, sodalite, all blue stones

Animal: bear, dog, fox, magpie, swan, weasel

Plant: almond, bayberry, chamomile, cherry, cinnamon, cinquefoil, clove, coltsfoot, ginger, hazel, hazelnut, jasmine, lavender, millet, oak, peppermint, periwinkle, rosemary, sage, St. John’s wort, sweet pea, tamarind, lemon verbena, violet

Incense: cassia, cedar, cinnamon, clove, frankincense, jasmine, lavender, mastic, mint, rosemary, sage, sandalwood, storax, dried and powdered citrus peel, and all incense made from aromatic bark, wood, and seeds

Goddess: Carmenta, Hecate (Queen of Crossroads), Hel, Ishtar, Ma’at, the Morrigan, Nike

God: Anubis, Bragi, Elath-Iahu. Enki, Garuda, Hermes, Maximon (Black Magician), Mercury, Nebo (Wise God of Wednesday), Odin, Shango, Ullr, Vishnu, Wayland, Woden

Evocation: Agrat Bat Mahalat, Michael, Miel, Raphael, Seraphiel, Tiriel

 
Courtesy of Moonlight Musings