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Your Daily Horoscopes for Friday, August 26th

 

Aries

Venus moves into harmony with your sign today, dear Aries, and until September 19th, you’ll benefit from increased personal appeal and easier expression of your affection and charm. This is a fantastic period for self-expression, creativity, romance, children, entertainment, and other channels through which you express your need for play, reinforcement, and even applause. A gentle approach in these areas of life is the most successful one now. It’s an easygoing, charming, and pleasant transit for you. Others find you particularly appealing. You’re bound to find more enjoyment in leisure activities and hobbies. Today’s inferior conjunction of Mercury and the Sun is beautiful energy for rediscovering old project ideas and interests, as well as looking at past work or health programs with new regard. There can be news on health or work that’s been long overdue for some of you now.

Taurus

The Moon moves into your partnership sector this morning, dear Taurus, and you’re feeling more sociable, preferring some company to going it alone. Venus moves into your solar fourth house today and will stay here for over three weeks, bringing more artistry and harmony to your family and home life until September 19th. It’s a great cycle for quiet, comforting, and familiar pastimes and pleasures. You can be particularly attached to the past for now. This can be a pleasant time for decorating, hosting, entertaining, and family activities. Venus here can boost your relationships with family, and with yourself! Today’s Sun-Mercury conjunction also keeps you looking at the past with an eye for the future. You might gain new ideas or insight into a creative or romantic matter, particularly related to old feelings and connections. Reviewing old ideas can lead to a recycling experience, as new methods can come to light that can be very important in the months to come. Today is past-focused, but tomorrow’s influences help you move ahead.

Gemini

You begin a cycle today, lasting until September 19th, that’s excellent for enjoying studies, connections, getting out and about, and sharing your ideas with others, dear Gemini. Venus moves into your communications sector and stays for over three weeks, stimulating more enjoyment, rewards, benefits, and opportunities in the areas of life ruled by this house: short trips, transportation, communications, siblings, and learning, to name some of the main ones. While Mercury’s retrograde continues until September 5th and it won’t be smooth sailing in these areas of life until then, doing some backtracking and strengthening of weaker areas. Old acquaintances or classmates and even neighbors could re-emerge in your life for some of you. There could be purchases made, or gifts received, that help you to connect, commute, and learn. You are more charming with your words. Today, Mercury aligns with the Sun, and it’s a powerful time to make sense of a past problem, especially related to your domestic life.

Cancer

The Moon moves into your sector of self-expression this morning, dear Cancer, and this puts you in a playful mood. Venus enters your solar second house and will continue to transit here until September 19th. While Mercury will spend some time here during its retrograde period, from the 31st to September 5th, and you’ll be finding some gems in the past or in areas that you may have missed, overall this is a great period for moving forward in your love life and with creative projects. You have good sense when it comes to seeing value in projects and objects that you may have otherwise overlooked. There is a stronger attraction to comfortable objects and situations now. You are exceptionally skilled at making the best of your resources during this cycle. With a Sun-Mercury alignment today, you have an exclusive window to a matter from the past that helps you make better decisions in the future. Ideas that come to you now, particularly about areas ruled by the third house (learning, mental interests, communication, neighbors, connections, and siblings), can be especially important, as they may very well kick-start a long-term endeavor.

Leo

Venus enters your sign early today, dear Leo, and this beautiful transit will stay with you until September 19th. It’s one of the stronger times of the year for personal attraction and for magnetizing what and you want into your life. Retrograde Mercury will move back into your sign from the 31st to September 5th, and this points to a time for building and developing personal plans, but some need for further review and attention to what worked for you in the past. However, for the remainder of the transit, you’re in generally good shape for decision-making. You are comfortable in your own skin and radiate good energy that tends to attract positive attention and feedback. Today, a Sun-Mercury conjunction can stimulate great ideas and insights mostly related to money, business, valuables, talents, and income. Looking to the past for answers makes sense now, and might even be profitable. Conversations and observations today can be significant and the very start of something big.

Virgo

The Moon moves into your communications sector for a few days, dear Virgo, and you find more emotional satisfaction if you follow your curiosity. Venus, however, moves into your privacy sector today and will stay there for quite a bit longer — until September 19th. This transit is a rather introspective one. At least on a social or romantic level, you seek out or find more pleasure in your private world. It’s a cycle of coming to a greater understanding of the more spiritual side of love. Your affections are private or in a state of flux during this cycle. Your compassion emerges full-force, and this can draw you to people who need help. Benefits can come through behind the scenes activities and efforts. There is a reclusive urge now, but you’ll find that September slowly but surely brings you out of your shell! Also today, a Mercury-Sun alignment (an inferior conjunction) in your sign is excellent for observations, news, random thoughts, and conversations that can lead to new ideas, improvements, or other developments down the road. These come from seeing the past in a new light. Your communications have considerable impact, so be mindful of what you say or write!

Libra 

The Moon leaves your sign this morning and enters Scorpio and your resources sector, dear Libra, taking some of the pressure off to be on top of things. While this transit lasts only a couple of days, Venus begins a transit of your solar eleventh house that lasts almost four weeks. This cycle is excellent for socializing and connecting. From August 31-September 5, there can be some backtracking in your social life, but for the rest of the transit, you enjoy forward motion and benefits from networks, teams, and friends. Your tastes are for the new, different, and progressive. You’re in the position to fully appreciate the benefits of relaxing and taking some time off from responsibilities. You give special attention to your humanitarian impulses and happiness goals. Today, a Sun-Mercury meet up can stimulate the revealing of a secret or a sudden moment of insight related to matters of the past. It may not be obvious yet, but this can mark a turning point for your thinking on an issue.

Scorpio

The Moon enters your sign early morning, dear Scorpio, and this serves to reawaken emotional needs that you’ve recently disregarded. Also today, a Mercury-Sun alignment prompts you to see an old matter related to a friendship — or an old project — in a very different light. For some of you, a friend from the past reappears in your life. Venus enters your solar tenth house and will be a guest there until September 19th. Your professional reputation or appeal gets a nice boost during this cycle. You’re charming and diplomatic now, and you get along with superiors especially well. Opportunities to be seen or to advance your goals may arrive, particularly through making useful contacts or expressing your creativity, but it’s best to wait until after September 5th to make big moves. A relationship may come into stronger focus or can make headlines with others in your life.

Sagittarius

Venus moves into fiery Leo today, dear Sagittarius, and will stay there until September 19th. As a fellow Fire sign, this bodes well for your powers of attraction, relationships, and social life. You’ll find that you don’t have to push anything too hard to have your way and that you can express your feelings with fewer (if any) disclaimers. From August 31st to September 5th, there is treasure to be found by looking to the past for ideas, plans, and projects. You might pick up an old interest or study that is worthy of a second look. Outside of those dates, you’re looking forward and gaining perspective. Your relationships need a change of scenery or pace. Promotional efforts or publishing can thrive. You might meet someone special through places of learning or non-routine experiences. You are attracted to others who share many of your beliefs or who have an interesting perspective to offer you. Today, thinking about your general life direction and long-term goals in new ways can be fruitful now, and can also lead to significant new ideas. The Moon’s move into your privacy sector this morning suggests some need to rest, reflect, and recharge your emotional batteries.

Capricorn

Venus moves into your solar eighth today, dear Capricorn, and will visit this sector of your solar chart until September 19th. Venus here can bring more happiness and joy to your intimate life or can encourage you to pay particular attention to a special project or endeavor. Attracting resources from outside sources comes easily during this transit. You might be working through — or sorting out — money problems or issues of sharing with a partner with success. It’s a cycle for processing recent events or new feelings in your love life. Ideally, this clarifies where to make changes that benefit you going forward. A Sun-Mercury alignment today suggests you might gain a new understanding of past matters. Your musings can be fertile ground for ideas that tend to have long-term significance, particularly related to belief systems, communication, and learning. You might reawaken an old interest or topic. Thoughts turn to the past, or to recent decisions and plans, but you’re looking at these things in a very new light. Future decisions will be stronger if you take the time to understand the past.

Aquarius

Venus is now transiting your solar seventh house, dear Aquarius, and during this transit that lasts until September 19th, you’re in an improved position to attract or develop relationships. While this means that Venus is traveling in the opposite sign from yours, it’s a good period for making peace with people. In fact, this comes more easily to you than usual because you are thinking about the other side of the story. You’re hospitable and accommodating. You might enjoy teaming up with others and spending time with people you care about. A Sun-Mercury alignment occurring in your solar eighth house today is excellent for seeing the past in a new light. New insight into an old relationship — or your own psyche — can be helpful and enlightening today. This can also apply to financial matters or a major project. The Moon moves to the top of your solar chart this morning, and you become especially aware of your responsibilities.

Pisces

Venus moves right into your work and health sector early today, dear Pisces, and you’re in great shape for bringing more harmony and joy to your daily life in the coming weeks (until September 19th). This period can be a time for finding more pleasure in your routines, work, service, and efforts to enhance health. Cooperation and sharing can figure strongly — and successfully — in your work and perhaps even your health routines. Today, the Moon moves into your adventures sector, and you’re drawn to activities and thoughts that expand your mind. As well, the Sun and Mercury merge in your partnership sector, and because Mercury is retrograde, it’s a good idea to pay attention to thoughts and observations that illuminate a relationship matter. You’re likely to see someone or something in a new way, and while you don’t have all the answers yet, this can be the beginning of some significant rethinking of matters.

 

If You Were Born Today, August 25

 

Your clever mind, warm approach, and strength of character are traits that naturally put you into a position of quiet leadership. You are articulate and make an engaging conversationalist, and you especially love to talk with people in tete a tete situations. Your curiosity is powerful. You pick up and analyze the details of any given situation, and you need to know. As logical and analytical as you are, you nevertheless have powerful intuition, which you tend to develop more strongly as you mature – it takes experience to learn to trust it. You are a natural teacher, not because you want to prove what you know, but rather because you have a true love of knowledge and wisdom. You gravitate towards romantic partners who reflect dynamism, responsibility, and a strong work ethic. You are very idealistic in love. Famous people born today: Leonard Bernstein, Sean Connery, Gene Simmons, Elvis Costello, Billy Ray Cyrus, Claudia Schiffer, Blake Lively, Alexander Skarsgard, Rachel Bilson, Tim Burton.

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.

You are taking more interest and pride in your relationships this period. It’s a good time to strengthen and support others as well as to build trust. You tend to instinctively know how to behave in ways that boost others’ confidence. This is a good time to team up with someone to generate ideas or solve problems, or simply to listen to and be heard. Mental rapport can be experienced in your relationships now.

This can also be a pleasantly ambitious period. You’re bound to enjoy professional as well as personal opportunities. Your faith in your ability to produce and to win takes you places you perhaps never imagined. You are able to see the “big picture”, which helps you to plan effectively. You might enjoy significant wins and positive outcomes in competitive activities, including sports and business, for example.

At the same time, you benefit from a grounding influence. Work is solid this year, and you can see results from your efforts, or at least foresee success down the road. This gives you a sense of responsibility and a feeling of directedness and purposefulness. Traditional methods work, and thoroughness brings rewards. Practice or refining a technique is favored this year. The approach that seems to work best with this aspect is a step-by-step one and the appreciation of slow but steady progress.

At times this year, there can be some intensity in your love or social life, and you should watch for impatience with others. Some disruptions in your friendships and attachments are possible. Unusual attractions (to people and things) can have you acting on a whim. You may deal with freedom versus closeness issues in your relationships. This Uranian energy may play out on other levels related to socializing, spending, and pleasure. For example, vacation plans may go awry or agreements could be broken. Impulsive spending is something to watch for. Even so, this can be a time when some relationships go through healing. Ups and downs may lead to new commitments.

Travel opportunities are likely. Pinnacle successes can occur during this period – for example, publishing an important project, graduating, marrying, having a child, getting a promotion, and so forth. Matters related to universities, higher education, religion, publishing, legal affairs, and foreign interests tend to fare well.

Transiting Uranus harmonizes with your Sun beginning in June 2018. Your personality is sparkling during this period, which is sure to attract new circumstances and people into your life. Exciting (not jarring) changes and new interests characterize the period ahead. It’s easier than ever to express your unique individuality, and if this involves changing careers or jobs, a new love affair, or an entirely new hobby, it’s something that takes you forward into unexplored territory. You are more willing to adapt to new circumstances, ideas, and unfamiliar situations. It’s a good time to join organizations and groups and to attend meetings or social events. You can find creative solutions to problems now. Flexibility is the key to success under this influence.

The year ahead is one of new beginnings and the embracing of change and improvement. You are more courageous than usual, and you’re open to change. Others recognize you for your verve and originality. Your love life is bound to be intense, sometimes over-stimulating. Some relationships can be loaded and have their ups and downs, while others prosper. You’re highly active, motivated, and enterprising in the year ahead. Creativity thrives.

 

2017 is a Number Seven year for you. Ruled by Neptune. This is a year of preparation, chance, and refinement. It is not a time of dramatic changes. Instead, it’s a year when reflection on the past is helpful, and when refinements to your life path should be made. It’s a good year to study and analyze. Unexpected twists to your life story and “chance” meetings are probable. Advice – take stock of your life in order to prepare for more exciting years to come, examine the past and plan for the future, get in touch with your deepest needs and uncover your personal power, don’t strain yourself or actively try to expand.

2018 will be 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.

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Your Daily Horoscopes for Friday, August 25, 2017

 

Aries

You have your priorities straight today, dear Aries, and you’re not going overboard with either work or play, which is excellent for you right now. You take more pride in your work, management ability, and performance. Also today, Saturn turns direct. This yearly event occurs in your solar ninth house again this year, but for the final time for many years to come. Career, reputation, publishing, travel, legal matters, and education are all affected by Saturn in your solar chart right now, and these are areas of your life that may need some extra attention to rules and structure. Fortunately, Saturn’s direct movement makes it easier to accept responsibility, and you’re less inclined to question or evade it. It’s an empowering influence although the initial time of the shift can bring on stronger awareness of realities in these areas of life, which can feel heavy at first.

Taurus

You might thoroughly enjoy learning something new or developing your specialized skills or knowledge today, dear Taurus, as this makes you feel strong. You’re absorbing information well right now. Also today, Saturn turns direct after several months in retrograde motion, and you’ll see some forward progress with taxes, intimate or financial relationships, education, or travel now and in the coming weeks. This is a time for more clarity about a responsibility to someone or a commitment. There could be sobering news about a financial matter, or you might recognize that money matters are out of order and need to be organized. This places you in a more empowered position, even if there is a reality to face now. You’re less likely to dilly dally with your responsibilities.

Gemini

You can quickly gain more insight into a special project or person today, dear Gemini. You’re in exactly the frame of mind for honing in on the most relevant details. Also today, Saturn turns direct after retrograde motion since April. Again this year, this event occurs in your sector of partnership. You are reminded of your responsibilities. While this may hang heavy in the air now, as you move forward, you are likely to have more clarity, particularly regarding a partnership or your feelings about relationships, in general. Partnerships may have been put through the wringer recently, or you may be seeing the less flattering side of others or yourself through a relationship, but you are in a better position to see where you’re headed along these lines as you go forward. This is the last stretch of Saturn’s transit of your partnership sector before it moves on in December. Realistic expectations of projects and people lead to happier moods all around!

Cancer

You might find satisfying ways to bring more balance to a friendship or partnership today, dear Cancer. Also today, Saturn turns direct after retrograde motion since April. This is the last stretch of Saturn’s transit through your work and health sector, and this yearly direct turn brings a more natural and straightforward approach to meeting and facing your responsibilities. More clarity comes to a work project, your job itself, your health, or a partnership. Learning where you stand on a matter can come as a relief. The weeks ahead become more and more active for organizing your personal space, work, and health programs. You’ll see much value in firming up your routines. Mercury remains retrograde until September 5th, so decision-making should probably wait a while longer, but you’re getting there.

Leo

Today, you may be feeling empowered by getting a better handle on your daily routines, work, or health, dear Leo. You’re likely to feel particularly motivated to improve your habits, and this agenda works well with Saturn’s direct turn today. Saturn has been retrograde since April, and in the coming weeks, as it regains speed, you’ll find certain areas of your life far more straightforward. Saturn’s direct station is a yearly occurrence and affects your work, health, and daily routines every year. This year, like last, it also influences your romance, creative projects, and hobbies. Adding more structure to these areas of life going forward can be excellent for you. You’ll be tidying things up directly and actively until Saturn moves on in December. Stalling in any of these areas is behind you now.

Virgo

A hobby or a romance can have a powerful effect on you now, dear Virgo, and dedication to something (or someone) you love makes you feel quite wonderful today. Also today, Saturn turns direct after retrograde motion since April. This yearly direct turn always affects your creative life, romantic world, and self-expression. Delays, ambiguities, or worries in these areas tend to lift. Last year and this year, Saturn turning direct also brings forward movement to your family and home life. Efforts to improve family life, particularly on the level of structure and order, resume full force going forward. Now and until December is a powerful time for organizing your personal life. Facing your responsibilities realistically puts you in a strong position to manage them. Take things gradually and enjoy the process of bringing more order and security to your inner world.

Libra 

You can take a particular interest in your inner world today, dear Libra, and you’re likely to derive quite a bit of satisfaction from efforts to improve family and home life. You’re in a good position to take charge. Also today, Saturn turns direct in your communications sector after several months of retrograde motion, making it a great time to add more structure to your daily affairs, communications, and studies. You’re more inclined to meet your responsibilities rather than put them off now and in the months ahead. You may feel some pressure this week as the shift occurs since your obligations or limitations send to be magnified. However, improvements can be made to learning, security, and home matters and these areas of life become easier going forward. You’re also in a great position to evaluate which of your interests, studies, and projects are truly worth your efforts.

Scorpio

You can feel particularly good about specialized learning or skills development now and in the coming weeks, dear Scorpio, with Saturn, ruler of your communications sector, turning direct and with Juno in this sector as well. You feel stronger as you do! You want to contribute something of value, and you’re willing to put in the extra effort to do so. Saturn’s direct turn today also affects your finances, resources, and sense of self-worth, as it did last year. In fact, from now until December is an excellent period for firming up your budget, evaluating business projects, and paring down excess so that you can make yourself more secure and pay particular attention to your practical affairs. Knowing where you stand and meeting your responsibilities — or facing reality — is empowering now. While Mercury remains retrograde until September 5th and you may want to hold off on major decision-making yet, Saturn’s direct turn is helpful for clarity. Saturn asks you to be responsible and mature about the areas of life it’s affecting, and the rewards for doing so can be great.

Sagittarius

There is more than one astrological reason for you to feel more empowered and in charge when it comes to your money, resources, talents, and business matters, dear Sagittarius from today forward. A sense that you’re on top of your practical affairs will have you feeling more balanced and confident. Saturn rules this sector of your solar chart and is turning direct today, fueling your confidence to face reality and make better decisions as a result. Saturn is in your sign, so this has an even more personal impact on you. Keep in mind that this will be the last stretch of Saturn’s transit of your sign (from now until mid-December) for almost three decades. The shift this week can feel a little weighty as you have a stronger sense of your duties, but as you adjust to the change of direction, you’ll find you’re in excellent shape for getting organized.

Capricorn

You have Juno in your sign harmonizing with the Sun today, dear Capricorn, and you feel more capable, in charge, and strong. As well, Saturn, your ruler, turns direct today, and this brings more clarity, direction, and purpose to your life, although this is a gradual process over the coming weeks. A desire to reinvent yourself in some way can be strong now and in the weeks ahead. Like last year, this year’s station occurs in your solar twelfth house, and from now until December, you’re sure to feel far more equipped to put negative habits and attitudes behind you. An important period is ahead of you as you prepare for Saturn’s move into your sign in mid-December. Clearing out the deadwood is useful now, and you get some superior help from Jupiter as the planet of abundance forms a supportive trine to Saturn, helping you see all the benefits of a more moderate lifestyle without sacrificing optimism.

Aquarius

Today is good for pulling into yourself in order to gather more strength, dear Aquarius, although the Moon does encourage you to get out and about as well. Ideally, you make time for both. As well today, Saturn ends its yearly retrograde, and for the second and final year, this is happening in your sector of friends, ideals, happiness goals, and group associations. Ultimately, truths coming to light now and this week will help you get a better grip on the reality of friendships or projects, a long-term plan, aspiration, or goal. You can make better plans knowing what is viable and what isn’t. You’d be wise to look for ways to simplify or cut back, even if this is not the easiest choice. You more readily accept rather than question your responsibilities as Saturn regains speed in the coming weeks, and you’re in better shape for organizing, moving forward, and meeting responsibilities.

Pisces

Today is a good time for gathering up strength through your connections to others or long-term plans, dear Pisces. You thoroughly enjoy mapping out a plan now. Also today, Saturn ends its yearly retrograde cycle and moves direct. This event occurs in your career and reputation sector as it did last year, and now and in the coming weeks, you’ll find it more natural and easy to formulate goals and fill your responsibilities, which are clearer. Responsibilities to the outside world are magnified this week as you adjust to Saturn’s change of direction, and there could be some form of a reality check to deal with. However, this puts you in a stronger position for clarity and decision-making. Mercury remains retrograde until September 5th, so take this slowly! Friendship, career, and public or reputation matters move forward slowly but steadily, and that’s the speed you should be moving as well.

This Weekend’s Love Horoscope: Love, Sweet Love

Your love horoscope for the weekend of August 25-27, 2017

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Your Cosmic Calendar For 25th August to 26th August 2017

 

Western Tropical Planetary Positions

Overview

While you will long for better opportunities, things may not really work out for you, according to the Cosmic Calendar. Disputes with seniors are possible. Businessmen will be tempted to take risks. On the romantic front, you will act on instinct, but if you are not clear about what you want, you might get into trouble. You will be highly sexed up, which may lead your partner to think that you are being too aggressive. On the relationship front, it is likely that a person who enters your life now may cause problems later. Impulsive behaviour can harm your married life. Financially, you will be in a hurry to make a quick buck but must remember that haste makes waste. Cutting corners now will backfire as per the Cosmic Calendar.

Career And Business

According to the Cosmic Calendar, you may have a strong desire for gaining bigger and better opportunities. Important discussions and negotiations may not bear desired fruits. There will be issues surrounding communications and agreements at your workplace. Confrontations are very likely to surface with seniors. This period will give you the courage to follow through on new business ideas. There will be more of a tendency to take risks in your business as per the Cosmic Calendar. Caution should be applied since the planetary influences will also cause disputes with the law enforcement agencies.

Love And Sex

You will be acting on your feelings but it might get you into troubles if you are not aware of what you want according to the Cosmic Calendar. You can be misled or might misunderstand an overall situation in your love life. Some childish or impulsive reactions during this period may cause problems in your love life. Your partner might find you too aggressive when it comes to expressing your feelings. Tremendous sexual energies will come bursting forth as per the Cosmic Calendar.

Relationships And Compatibility

Someone who enters your life at this time may cause problems in future as per the Cosmic Calendar. Your romantic impulses will be more forceful and pressing at this time. Some level of competition will be witnessed in your interactions with beloved ones. The desire to enjoy life, for comfort and pleasure will be stimulated according to the Cosmic Calendar.

Marriage And Children

As per the Cosmic Calendar, impulsive, rash and aggressive actions may disrupt the harmony of your married life. You will not accept opposition to your ideas and will come on too strong with your opinions, which your beloved ones might not receive well. Issues surrounding children may bother you as per the Cosmic Calendar.

Personal And Confidential

You may have raw physical energy as opposed to the creative energy at this time according to the Cosmic Calendar. Sexual activity will increase and can be part of the picture now. You will be proactive, and willing to put your ideas into action as per the Cosmic Calendar. Accidents may take place due to sudden careless actions.

Wealth And Property-Finance

According to the Cosmic Calendar, you need to remember that ‘haste makes waste’ as the period may provoke you to take ambitious steps for quick gain. Your tendency to make a quick decisions or to take shortcuts may backfire. Traps of overconfidence, arrogance, or taking on too much of risk can be detrimental to your financial health. Expenses will rise on health issues as per the Cosmic Calendar.

With Ganesha’s Grace, 

Tanmay K. Thakar

The GaneshaSpeaks.com Team

Calendar of the Moon
Coll Invocation

Colors: Blue and Brown
Element: Water and Earth
Altar: Upon cloth of blue place a goblet of spring water, the figure of a leaping salmon, and three blue candles; next to them on cloth of brown place a musical instrument, a pen, and fresh flowers.
Offerings: Poetry, songs, art, writing.
Daily Meal: Either fish (for the Salmon), poultry (for the Duck) or salads.

Coll Invocation:

Call: Hail the month of the Hazel Tree!
Response: Hail the month of the nuts that nourish us.
Call: First tree of the harvest, you give forth wisdom.
Response: Last tree of the summer, you chant our memories.
Call: The fading warmth follows you,
Response: And we feast on the fruits of your knowledge.
Call: This is the month of words and song.
Response: This is the month of the search for the mysteries.
Call: This is the month of the sacred pool,
Response: Wherein swims the Salmon of Knowledge.
Call: We fish for the gleams of divine light on the surface,
Response: We dive for the truths that lie deep in the Well.
Call: Our intuition is the hazel-twig held before us.
Response: We shall search out the underground streams.
Call: We shall find the hidden treasures.
Response: We shall spread them forth in words of power.
Call: We shall bring them forth with our hands in works of art,
Response: We shall gift the Gods and the people with our songs.
Call: Our voices will find their way across the land.
Response: Hear us, O Gods, as we sing your praises!
Call: This is the month of the bard’s silver tongue,
Response: This is the month of the golden door of autumn.
Call: As the Hazel Tree stands with words of peace,
Response: So shall we stand between the warring parties.
Call: So shall our Rule spread Justice and Peace,
Response: So shall our words spread beauty and harmony.

(As this is the month of the Bard, one or more shall stand forth and sing before the others, or read what words they would, to bring gladness and knowledge to the hearts of those who listen.)

[Pagan Book of Hours]

 

Calendar of the Sun
25 Weodmonath

Opiconsivia

Color: Green
Element: Earth
Altar: Upon a green cloth lay a chalice of wine and baskets of the day’s harvest.
Offerings: Fruits of the harvest, fed to the livestock.
Daily Meal: Food from the garden.

Opiconsivia Invocation

Hail to the Goddess Ops Consiva,
Lady of Plentiful Sowing!
Hail, Daughter of Terra Mater!
Hail, Lady Omnes Opes,
Goddess who supplies all resources!
Hail, lady of the full storehouse!
Hail, lady of the fattened herd!
Hail, lady of the well-earned gold
Given in fair trade for the work of one’s hands!
Bless this household with prosperity
Throughout the many years.
Bless this household with contentment
When prosperity cannot be found.
Bless this household with survival
When contentment cannot be found.
Let us always have enough resources
Not only for ourselves, but also to share,
For we shall never cease to share
Even our most meager supplies,
So you must make allowances
For our generosity, as we take you
As our first example.
Hail, Ops Consiva,
Lady of Plentiful Sowing,
Bless that which sustains our bodies
For as long as those bodies may live.

Chant: Ops Consiva Omnes Opes

(The wine is passed and the remainder is poured out as a libation. The vegetation is carried ceremoniously into the barn and fed to the livestock.)

[Pagan Book of Hours]

The Pagan Calendar for Friday, August 25th

 

Opiconsivia

Summary	Opiconsivia
Calendar	Roman
Date	Aug 25 Every year
Description	On August 25, the Opiconsivia (or Opeconsiva or Opalia) Roman festival was held in honor of Ops. Opiconsivia was also a surname of Ops herself. And this name was also given to December 19, on which day the Opalia were celebrated, also in her honor (some mention also August 10 and December 9). The Latin word consivia (or consiva) derives from conserere (“to sow”). Hence, the word Opiconsivia may be interpreted as meaning “the sowing of crops”, since Ops ultimately means “crops” in the sense of “riches, goods”. This word is also related to Consus, the male counterpart of Ops as “the seeder”. Both Ops and Consus were deemed chthonic (underworld) deities which made the vegetation grow. Since her abode was inside the earth, Ops was invoked by her worshippers while sitting, with their hands touching the ground, according to Macrobius (Saturnalia, I:10). Consus seems to be an alias of Saturn in the chthonic aspect, since he is also held to be the husband of Ops. Ops, the Earth Mother, was also considered the Great Mother of the Gods. As such, Ops is an alias of Rhea, Cybele, Demeter, and so on, impersonating the earth as the giver of riches. The festival of Consus, the Consualia, was celebrated twice a year: once on August 21, after the harvest, and once on December 15, after the sowing of crops was finished. The Consualia was instituted by Romulus, and commemorated the rape (and insemination) of the Sabine women by the Romans. The festival was superintended by the Flamines of Quirinus (Mars), helped by the Vestals. The main priestess at the regia wore a white veil. A chariot race was performed in the Circus Maximus, under the direction of the pontifices. Horses and mules, their heads crowned with chaplets made of flowers, also partook in the celebration. Consus was eventually identified with Neptunus Equester, the alias and counterpart of Poseidon Hippios. Poseidon (Neptune) had been associated with the animal since archaic times.
References	http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Opiconsivia

Today is Friday, August 25th

 

Friday is the day of Venus. It takes it name from Frigg, the Goddess of love and transformation. She rules the spiritual side of a person that manifests in the physical. Because of this, Friday is often thought of as dangerously unpredictable. This is expressed in an old East Anglian adage:

Friday’s day will have its trick
The fairest or foulest day of the week.

Deity: Frigg

Zodiac Sign: Taurus/Libra

Planet: Venus

Tree: Apple

Herb: Vervain

Stone: Sapphire/Chrsolite

Animal: Bull/Serpent

Element: Earth

Color: Yellow/Violet

Number: 7

Rune: Peorth(P)

 

Celtic Tree Month of Coll (Hazel) – August 5 – September 1

Runic Half-Month of As (gods) – August 13 – August 28

Goddess of the Month of Hesperia – August 9 – September 5

 

Reference

The Pagan Book of Days
Nigel Pennick

 

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Ritual Influences for Friday, August 25th

 

Friday Venus

Perfumes: Stephanotis, Apple Blossom, Musk, Ambergris

Incense: Saffron, Verbena

Wood: Myrtle

Color: Light Blue, Pale Green

Influences: All Love Matters, Friendships, Affection, Partnerships, Money, Sex

 

Reference

A Book of Pagan Rituals
Herman Slater

 The Sky This Week for August 25 to August 27

 

Source

The Astronomy Magazine

Moon in Libra

 

Creating order is the focus, not necessarily through tidying or organizing as was the case while the Moon was in Virgo, but rather through pleasing interactions with others and aesthetics in our environment. We tend to solve problems through diplomacy, and we are more able to put aside our own emotions in order to achieve the peace we crave. The tendency now is to avoid direct confrontations. Decisions do not come easily. Seeing both sides to any given situation is the main reason for hesitation. Fear of losing others’ approval is another.

 

The Moon in Libra generally favors the following activities: Relationship and partnership issues, activities involving teamwork and cooperation, activities that involve self-examination, activities related to beauty.

Your Astrology for Friday, August 25th

 

• The Moon is in Libra all day.
• The Moon is waxing and in its New phase until 4:56 AM, after which the Moon is in its Waxing Crescent phase.
• The New Moon (Solar Eclipse) occurred on the 21st in the sign of Leo, and the First Quarter Moon will occur on August 28th.
• Mercury is retrograde (Mercury is retrograde from August 12-September 5).
• Saturn stations and turns direct today.

Your Daily Sun & Moon Data for Friday, August 25th

The Sun

Sun Direction: ↑ 114.57° ESE

Sun Altitude: 44.25°

Sun Distance: 93.951 million mi

Next Equinox: Sep 22, 2017 3:01 pm (Autumnal)

Sunrise Today: 6:19 am↑ 76° East

Sunset Today: 7:32 pm↑ 284° West

 

The West

Moon Direction: ↑ 94.75° E

Moon Altitude: -0.57°

Moon Distance: 242706 mi

Next Full Moon: Sep 6, 20172:02 am

Next New Moon: Sep 20, 201712:29 am

Next Moonrise: Today10:13 am

Current Moon Phase: Waxing Crescent

Illumination:16.8%

 

 

Source

timeandate.com

Sorry about the Digest today, after our road trip, I had to go get the oil changed in the car. When I got back, nothing had been done, so I added a few new things to your store. We are trying to make your magickal life easier, really! Yesterday, I mentioned we had some herbal mixes. These mixes are for various spells and contain the appropriate herbs needed for that spell. No more running to the store, ordering here, there and every place else to get what you need. For your convenience, we have bundled up the herbs for those spells in neat little packages. Right now, we have about 15 different herbal mixes in the store, we still have about 15 more to go. But when it is all said and done, we will have a herbal mix for any kind of spell you could possibly want. Right now, they are at a discounted price, there are about 2 or 3 higher than the others but this is due to weight. Got a minute today, stop by and check them out. Also remember we are offering free shipping on orders of $50.00  or more.

 

To sum it up, we have added a lot of new products to the store, we have the herbal mixes and also the reduced shipping. So why not give us a look-see to see what we have to offer.

 

The link to the Herbal mixes

https://www.witchesofthecrafts.net/herbal-mixes

The Witches Digest for Tuesday, August 22nd

~*~Dark Goddess~*~

As the darkness spreads over the land,
A queen arises…
She is perfection at its peak.
She is the earth,
She is the sky:
Son wailing winds,
Bringing me to my knees.
She wraps me in a blanket of shadow,
And infuses my soul with her wisdom.
The very breath I breathe is icy cold,
And burns my lungs with every inhale.
Her awesome presence
overwhelms my mortal body,
making me tremble Under her power.
My heart, Pounding in my chest,
Screams her name
In the pale moonlight.

By The Light Of The Crystal Moon: A Book of Pagan Poetry and Short Stories
Elizabeth Gardiepy

Your Daily Sun & Moon Data for Tuesday, August

The Sun
Sun Direction: ↑ 83.16° E
Sun Altitude: 10.38°
Sun Distance: 94.014 million mi
Next Equinox: Sep 22, 2017 3:01 pm (Autumnal)
Sunrise Today: 6:17 am↑ 75° East
Sunset Today: 7:36 pm↑ 285° West
Length of Daylight: 13 hours, 19 minutes

 

The Moon
Moon Direction: ↑ 79.55° E
Moon Altitude: 1.17°
Moon Distance: 233071 mi
Next Full Moon: Sep 6, 20172:02 am
Next New Moon: Sep 20, 201712:29 am
Next Moonset: Today8:23 pm
Current Moon Phase: Waxing Crescent
Illumination: 0..8%

 

Lunar Calendar
Moon Phase Tonight: Waxing Crescent
First Quarter: Aug 29, 2017 at 3:12 am
(Next Phase)
New Moon: Aug 21, 2017 at 1:30 pm
(Previous Phase)

Source

timeanddate.com

Overview for Tuesday, August 22nd

 

The Moon spends the day in the sign of Virgo, encouraging us to focus on making things work. Helping us with this goal is a trine between Mars and Saturn that stimulates productivity, attention to traditional or tried and true methods, pacing ourselves, and moderation. We feel more directed and purposeful, which is particularly useful and grounding after an eclipse. We’re inclined to pay attention to details and to be thorough in our efforts under this influence. The Sun enters Virgo this afternoon, where it will transit for one month, until September 22nd. Our focus shifts to the pieces of the puzzle–the little details of our lives. It’s now time to take care of practical concerns. Tending to the details of daily living helps free us from the unnecessary stress resulting from “collecting” odds and ends of unfinished business. This is an ideal month to get organized, do detail work, and improve communications on the job.

Your Astrology for Tuesday, August 22nd

The Moon is in Virgo.
The Moon is waxing and in its New phase.
The New Moon (Solar Eclipse) occurred yesterday in the sign of Leo, and the First Quarter Moon will occur on August 28th.
Mercury is retrograde (Mercury is retrograde from August 12-September 5).
The Sun enters Virgo today (the Sun transits Virgo from August 22-September 22).

Moon in Virgo

We instinctively gravitate towards practical activities under the influence of a Virgo Moon. In order to set things right, we might easily find ourselves re-organizing and rethinking plans. Emotional satisfaction comes from solving problems, making order out of confusion, and helping others. Health matters might come into focus. We notice the smaller parts that make up the whole, and instead of letting nagging details bother us, we might work on ironing them out so that we can feel more confident moving ahead.

 

The Moon in Virgo generally favors the following activities: Mental pursuits, work activities, services, and routines. Activities that would benefit from tending to details.

The Sky This Week for August 22 to 27

The total solar eclipse, Comet PANSTARRS, and other exciting things to look for in the sky this week!
By Richard Talcott

Tuesday, August 22

Distant Neptune reaches opposition and peak visibility in two weeks, but the view now is essentially the same. The ice giant planet rises during evening twilight and climbs nearly halfway to the zenith in the southern sky by 2 a.m. local daylight time. The magnitude 7.8 planet lies in Aquarius, 1.5° east of 4th-magnitude Lambda (l) Aquarii. You’ll need binoculars to spy Neptune and a telescope to see its blue-gray disk, which spans 2.4″.

Wednesday, August 23

Although Saturn reached opposition more than two months ago, it remains a tempting target in the evening sky. The ringed world stands highest in the south an hour after sunset and doesn’t dip below the horizon until after midnight local daylight time. Saturn shines at magnitude 0.4 against the backdrop of southern Ophiuchus, a constellation whose brightest star glows six times fainter than the planet. When viewed through a telescope, Saturn’s globe measures 17″ across while its spectacular ring system spans 39″ and tilts 27° to our line of sight.

Thursday, August 24

Uranus’ visibility continues to improve week by week. It now appears nearly 25° high in the east by midnight local daylight time and climbs highest in the south as morning twilight commences. The magnitude 5.7 planet lies in Pisces, 1.1° north of magnitude 4.3 Omicron (o) Piscium. A telescope reveals Uranus’ blue-green disk, which spans 3.6″.

Friday, August 25

Following its meeting with the Sun earlier this week, the Moon has now climbed into view in the evening sky. Be sure to catch the 20-percent-lit crescent this evening, when it forms a pretty triangle with magnitude –1.8 Jupiter and 1st-magnitude Spica. All three objects lie in the constellation Virgo and stand well clear of the west-southwestern horizon during evening twilight. And don’t pass up an opportunity to view Jupiter through a telescope. The giant planet’s disk spans 33″ and shows a wealth of atmospheric detail.

Saturday, August 26

Venus appeared among the background stars of Gemini the Twins yesterday morning, but you’ll find it against the backdrop of Cancer the Crab today. This border crossing sets up a pretty conjunction a week from now, when the gleaming planet appears 1° south of the Beehive star cluster (M44).

Mercury reaches inferior conjunction, passing between the Sun and Earth, at 5 p.m. EDT. The innermost planet will return to view before dawn in early September.

Sunday, August 27

The constellations Ursa Major the Great Bear and Cassiopeia the Queen lie on opposite sides of the North Celestial Pole, so they appear to pivot around the North Star (Polaris) throughout the course of the night and the year. In late August and early September, these two constellations appear equally high as darkness falls. You can find Ursa Major and its prominent asterism, the Big Dipper, about 30° above the northwestern horizon. Cassiopeia’s familiar W-shape, which currently lies on its side, appears the same height above the northeastern horizon. As the night progresses, Cassiopeia climbs above Polaris while the Big Dipper swings below.

 

Source

Astronomy Magazine

Today is Tuesday, August 22

Tuesday is dedicated to the powers of the planet Mars, personified in Ares, Tiwaz, Tiw, Tuisco and Tyr. Tuesday rules controlled power, energy and endurance.

Deity: Tiwaz

Zodiac Sign: Aries

Planet: Mars

Tree: Holly

Herb: Plantain

Stone: Agate

Animal: Crab

Element: Fire

Color: White

Number: 2

Rune: Tyr (T)

 

Celtic Tree Month of Coll (Hazel) – August 5 – September 1

Runic Half-Month of As (gods) – August 13 – August 28

Goddess of the Month of Hesperia – August 9 – September 5

 

Source

The Pagan Book of Days
Nigel Pennick

On Tuesday, August 22nd, We Celebrate….

Virgo Begins (Various Locations)
ASTRAEA

 

Themes: Excellence; Learning; Purity; Justice; Knowledge; Reason; Innocence

Symbols: Stars

About Astraea: This Greek goddess motivates fairness and virtue within us. She empowers our ability to “fight the good fight” in both word and deed, especially when we feel inadequate to the task. According to lore, she left earth during the Golden Age because of man’s inhumanity to man. She became the constellation Virgo.

To Do Today: In astrology, people born under this sign, like Astraea, strive endlessly for perfection within and without, sometimes naively overlooking the big picture because of their focus on detail. Astraea reestablishes that necessary perspective by showing us how to think more globally. To encourage this ability, draw a star on a piece of paper and put it in your shoe so that your quest for excellence is always balanced with moderation and sound pacing.

To meditate on this goddess’s virtues and begin releasing them within, try using a bowl (or bath) full of soapsuds sprinkled with glitter (this looks like floating stars) as a focus. Light a candle nearby and watch the small points of light as they dance; each one represents a bit of magical energy and an aspect of Astraea. Tell the goddess your needs and your dreams, then float in her starry waters until you feel renewed and cleansed.

Source

365 Goddess: A Daily Guide To the Magic and Inspiration of the goddess
Patricia Telesco

Ritual Crafting for Tuesday

Ruling Planet: Mars

Perfume: Hellebore, Carnation, Patchouli

Incense: Lignum Aloes, Plantain

Color: Red

Influences: Destination, War, Courage, Surgery, Physical Strength

Source

A Book of Pagan Rituals
Herman Slater

The Magickal Day of Tuesday

 

Named for the Norse god Tyr, who was a deity of heroism and combat, Tuesday is a very martial sort of day – color associations include bright red and oranges, as well as warrior-like metals such as iron and steel.

 

The ancient Romans called this day Martis, after the warrior god Mars – other deities associated with Tuesday include Ares, the Morrighan, and other gods of battle and glory. Red gemstones like rubies and garnets come into play on Tuesdays, as do herbs and plants such as thistles, holly, coneflowers and cacti – you’ll notice these are all sharp, prickly plants!

 

One of the interesting – and more than a little amusing – aspects of Tuesday magic is that in addition to war and conflict against your enemies, this is a day also associated with marriage. You can also use this day of the week for magical workings connected to protection and initiation. Use Tuesday to assert yourself, make a mark and stake your claims

 

Source

Patti Wigington, Paganism/Wicca Expert
Article originally published on & owned by ThoughtCo.

The Witches Guide To Tuesdays

 

A god, goddess, or planet governs each day of the week. It is usually easy to spot the ruler of the day by its name. The word Tuesday, however, is not so easy, but if we look at the word in Spanish, Martes, we clearly see its connections to Mars.

 

Because Tuesday revolves around the energy of Mars, Tuesdays are good for business, mechanical things, buying and selling animals, hunting, beginning studies, gardening, sexual activities, and confrontation. This is a day for sex magick, energy, stamina, and health. As in the old saying, Tuesdays child is full of grace, is also good for success magick and defense against enemies.

 

Angels of Tuesday are Camael, Samael, Satael, Amabiel, Friagne, and Hyniel. When invoked, Camael takes the form of a leopard. In Druid mythology he is a god of war, which is why we see him associated with Mars. Camael is said to be a member of the “Magnificent Seven” in some circles. Camael is another “terminator” angel.

 

Samael walks both worlds as a magician and sorcerer. some see him as the angel of death, others as “the bright and poisonous one.” Many consider him more of a demon, and accuse him of being Satan. However, there is reference to the satans (plural) as enforcers of the law, a sort of angelic police, if you will. Supposedly, when Samael is around, dogs howl in the night. On one hand, he is the ruler of the fifth heaven and in charge of two million angels; on the other, he is the one who changed into a serpent and convinced Eve to partake of the forbidden fruit of knowledge.

 

Satael is an angel of air invoked in magic rites and is the presiding spirit of the planet Mars. Amabiel is another spirit of the planet Mars; however he spends his energy on issues of human sexuality. Friagne, also an angel of this day, is invoked from the east. He is a member of the fifth heaven. Hyniel also belongs to this day and is subject to the east wind.

 

On Tuesdays the hour of sunrise and every eight hours after that are also ruled by Mars, and that makes these times of the day doubly blessed. These four hours are the strongest ones to do ritual in. Check your local newspaper, astrological calendar, or almanac to determine your local sunrise.

Source:

Gypsy Magic

Witchery of the Day

 

Tuesday is the day to work any magick that falls in the category of increasing strength, courage, bravery, and passion. All of these intense emotions are linked to this day’s energies, and spells designed around these themes will have extra punch when performed on this magickal day

 

So, let’s add a little passion and conviction into your life! Break out the daring red pieces of your wardrobe, and put a little pizzazz into your day. Work with Lilith, and see what she has to teach you about personal power and sexuality. Meditate onTiw/Tyr and Mars, and see what those ancient warrior gods will show you about new tactics, strategies, and claiming personal victories in your life. Practice conjuring up that astral weapon from the meditation and use it wisely for protection and for courage.

 

Create a philter for courage and protection or handcraft your own Witch’s jar to remove negativity from your home. See what other Witch crafts you can conjure up with Tuesday’s magick. Create some kitchen magick on this Tuesday by whipping up a spicy stew-add in a few Mars-associated ingredients such as carrots, peppers, and garlic. Empower the stew for success, and then treat yourself and your family to a good, hearty meal. Try working with a little aromatherapy and burn some spicy or coffee-scented candles to increase your energy level.

 

Check the sky at night, and see if you can find the reddish planet Mars up in the heavens. Not sure where to look? Check an astronomy magazine or search the Web for more information. Become a magickal warrior and move forward in your life with strength, courage, and compassion. Embrace the side of yourself that loves a good challenge and that is passionate and daring! Banish fear, and face your future with strength and conviction. Believe in yourself and in your dreams, work hard, and you will win every time.

Source

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

Witches Almanac for Tuesday, August 22

Feast of the Queenship of Mary (English)

Waxing Moon

Moon Phase: First Quarter

Moon Sign: Virgo

Sun enters Virgo 6:20 pm

Incense: Basil

Color: Scarlet

Sun enters Virgo

 

Sun is in Virgo from August 22-September 22. Our focus shifts to the pieces of the puzzle–the little details of our lives. It is now time to take care of practical concerns. Tending to the details of everyday life may not sound like loads of fun, but it can certainly free us from unnecessary stress that results from “collecting” odds and ends of unfinished business. This is an ideal time to get organized, to do detail work, and to improve communications on the job.

Tuesday’s Correspondences

Tuesday (Tiw’s-day)

Planet: Mars

Colors: Red and Autumn Shades

Crystals: Bloodstone, Ruby, Garnet, Flint, Rhodonite, Iron and Steel

Aroma: Basil, Ginger, Black Pepper, Mars Oil, Dragon’s blood and patchouli

Herb: Basil

The day of Mars. This day could only ever symbolize the sheer power of the god of war! The ideal spells to be cast on this day are that of force, power war and protection.

Dedicated to the powers of the planet Mars, personified as Ares, Tiwaz, Tiw, and Tyr.

Magical aspects: controlled power, energy, and endurance, passion, sex, courage, aggression, and protection.

This is the proper day of the week to perform spells and rituals involving courage, physical strength, revenge, military honors, surgery, the breaking of negative spells, dynamic energy, matrimony, war, enemies, prison, hunting, politics, contests, protection, victory, and athletics.

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

The Energy of Mars

Weekday ruled by Mars: Tuesday

Stones:
Bloodstone
Garnet
Carnelian
Pink Tourmaline

Herbs and Plants:
Red Rose
Cock’ comb
Mugwort
Mullien
Nettle
Thistle
Wormwood

Magickal Intention: Courage, physical strength, revenge, military honors, surgery, breaking negative cycles, war, viltality, Assertiveness.

Your Daily Magickal Applications for Tuesday

Tuesday is the day associated with the planet Mars. In mythology, Mars was the Roman god of war. If you’re wondering how this day came to be named, it’s because to the Norse, Anglo-Saxon, and Germanic people, this day was Tiw’s day (Tuesday). Tuesday actually got its name from the Norse deity Tyr, Tiw, or Tiu, who was also a god of battles and courage. This deity was very similar to the Roman Mars, and the names of the days of the week became switched and substituted as the Germanic peoples replaced the older deities with their own gods. So the name was changed from the Latin Dies Martis (“Mars’ day”) to the old English Tiwesdaeg.

 

The Norse god Tiw, or Tyr, was known for his sense of justice, discipline, and integrity. This day’s planetary influence brings with it the aggression, bravery, and honor of soldiers, as well as the passion and strength of those of us who must fight for what we believe in.

Source

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

Tuesday & The Perfect Corresponding Spell – A Mirror Spell of Protection for the Home

 

Compose an altar: place a censer in the center before an image of the Goddess. Have a 12 inch (or so) round mirror there as well. Ring the altar with 9 white candles. Burn a protective incense (such as sandalwood, frankincense, copal or rosemary) in the censer. Beginning with the candle most directly before the Goddess image, say these words:

“Lunar light protect me!”

Repeat as you light each candle until all are glowing. Now, holding the mirror, invite the Goddess in Her lunar aspect with these words:

“Great Goddess of Lunar Light and Mistress of the Seas;

Great Goddess of the mystic night and of the mysteries;

Within this place of candles bright and with your mirror nigh;

Protect me with your awesome might while ill vibrations fly!”

Standing before the altar, hold the mirror facing the candles so that it reflects their flames. Keeping the mirror toward the candles, move slowly, clockwise, around the altar, watching the reflected firelight bouncing off your surroundings.

Gradually increase your speed, mentally invoking the Goddess to protect you. Move faster and faster; watch the light shattering the air, cleansing it, burning away all negativity and all lines along which the ill energies have traveled into your home.

Charge you home with the protective light of the Goddess. Race around the candles until you’ve felt the atmosphere change, until you feel that your home has been cleansed and guarded by the Great Goddess.

When finished, stand once again before the image. Thank the Goddess in any words you wish. Pinch out the candles one by one, bind them together with white cord and store them in a safe place until (and if) you need to use them again for this same purpose. Say:

“In no way will this spell cause me
to suffer any adverse effects!”

Tips for Magickal Timing

Author: Taliesin McKnight

Magick is a very ancient science, and one thing that the sages of old have passed on to us is magickal timing. This truly reveals the scientific nature of the craft. Think of the sun, moon, and stars as a great cosmic clock. Everything has its time and place. The Master and founder of Christianity said that there is a time and a season for everything. This certainly is the case with occult science. There are certain cycles in the natural order and certain ebbs and flows exist in the Universe. Therefore, to move with the tides and cycles of nature is to add power to your spells and rituals. To go against these rhythms is to swim against the current, so to speak. Magick may still be effective, but not nearly as much so if done at the appropriate time. There are four main things to consider when doing magick: the cycles of the planets, the Sun, the Moon, and the weather. In addition to these there are internal conditions that are important for magick.

 

There are seven ancient planets recognized by the ancient astrologers and magicians. The seven ancient planets are the Sun, Moon, Saturn, Jupiter, Mars, Venus, and Mercury. You may notice that, not only are certain planets omitted, but also some are added that are not even considered planets by modern standards. Nonetheless, these are the astrological forces considered when working magick. The seven ancient planets have been called the “Governors of the World.”

 

This is because the great cosmic clock is said to affect the destiny of Man, and they hold in their hands the strange and surreal element known as fate. The seven planets rule over the seven days of the week and the planets also rule the hours in the day. The names that we have for the days of the week are derived from: Sunday (Sun day) , Monday (Moon day) , Tuesday (Mars day) , Wednesday (Mercury day) , Thursday (Jupiter day) , Friday (Venus day) , and Saturday (Saturn day) . Thus, when doing a love spell, for example, it would be best to do this on a Friday and during the hour of Venus (more on this in a moment) . Below I have listed the seven planets and their characteristics and correspondences.

 

Sun: The Sun is the bright orb of day. In Latin, it is called “Sol, ” which means “only.” The Sun is definitely the most important force in astrology and religion began with worship of the sun and the forces of light as opposed to darkness. The Sun rules over Sunday. The Sun rules over success, gain, riches, wealth, happiness, popularity, friends, social gatherings, healing, education, and spirituality. Mythological correspondences include Apollo, Mithras, Osiris, Jesus, Baldur, Belenos, and many others.

 

Moon: The Moon is the satellite that orbits the earth and pulls the ocean’s tides. The moon has been connected to the female principle of creation and to menstrual cycles in women for a very long time. It is for this reason that she is often depicted as a goddess, or even as the Goddess. The Moon rules over Monday. The Moon rules over psychic ability, divination, astral projection, intuition, dreams, journeys and business by the water, messages, meditation, and communicating with spirits. Mythological correspondences include Diana, Artemis, the Virgin Mary, Aradia, Mawu, Benis, and many others.

 

Mars: Mars is the god of war. Mars rules over Tuesday. This planet rules over war, competition, battle, fighting, struggles, overcoming enemies, military honor, victory, and strength. The mythological correspondences of Mars include Aries, Nuada, Tyr, Camullos, Indra, and others.

 

Mercury: Mercury is primarily the god of communication and education. This planet rules Wednesday. Mercury presides over communication, messages, communicating with spirits, divination, prophecy, apparitions, education, teaching, knowledge, and finding lost objects.

 

Jupiter: Jupiter is the sky god and King of the gods. He rules over Thursday. Jupiter has power over government, rulership, leadership, dominion, power, riches, wealth, business, promotions, good luck, money, judgment, legal papers, contracts, legal problems, courts, finance, and wisdom. Mythological correspondences include Zeus, Thor, Taranis, and Father Sky, among others.

 

Venus: Venus is the goddess of love. Her day is Friday. She governs romance, love, sex, marriage, fertility in women, beauty, attracting the opposite sex, friendships, brotherly and sisterly love, popularity, and social gatherings. Her mythological correspondences include Aphrodite, Aine, Freya, Innana, Ishtar, and Hathor.

 

Saturn: Saturn is the god of time and of death. His day is Saturday. He rules over riches, success, good or ill fortune, judgment, destroying enemies, death, destruction, famine, disease, pestilence, karma, summoning spirits and the dead, overcoming bad habits, and purification. Mythological correspondences include Sadorn, Kronos, El, Arawn, and others.

 

In addition to the seven days of the week being ascribed to the seven ancient planetary deities or divine powers in nature, the hours of the day are also ascribed. There are two basic methods for calculating the planetary hours of the day. One of these merely follows the hours in the day, and the other is based upon the Sun. In the first system, the planet governing the day also rules over the hours at 6 am, 1 pm, and 8 pm. Therefore, on Friday (the day of Venus) , the hours of Venus would be at 6 in the morning, 1 in the afternoon, and 8 in the evening. Using the other method, the planet rules over the first hour after sunrise and every eighth hour after that. It is not necessary to follow the days and the hours of particular planets to do a spell, but it certainly is helpful. Now let us move on to other astrological conditions.

 

The phases of the moon are also a very important element to consider when doing magick. The main thing that affects magick is the phases of the moon. While the moon is waxing (growing) and during the full moon it is a time for creative magick and increase. Thus, this is the perfect time for bringing things into your life, such as prosperity, a new job, romance, beginnings, and growth of any kind. The waning (decreasing) phase and the new moon are for destructive magick and getting rid of things. Therefore, when the moon is decreasing, this is a good time to do magick for decrease such as getting rid of bad habits, losing wait, banishing negativity, removing obstacles, removing unwanted people from your life, protection, communicating with the dead, divination, and death.

 

In addition to this, the moon also enters a different sign of the zodiac ever few days. Thus, when the moon is in the sign of Taurus or Capricorn (Earth signs) , this may be a good time for prosperity spells. In the same way, when the moon is in the sign of Pisces or Cancer (Water and emotional signs) , this may be a good time for love spells. Of course, these are both creative forms of magick and should be done during the increase phase of the moon. To find the zodiac sign of the moon or to see lunar phases, simply look it up online, or find a good astrological calendar. When looking it up online, be sure to check a few sites to make sure they all agree and the information is accurate.

 

The Sun has its own phases and patterns, of course. These may be placed into 3 categories: zodiacal, seasonal, and daily. These are rarely used in magick. This may seem come as a surprise, and rightly so! The Sun is the single most important astrological force. However, since this is rarely used, feel free to discard it. Going by the moon and the planets is enough according to many magickal systems. On the other hand, it could do nothing but help your magick to go by these natural tides and rhythms as well. The sun enters the different phases of the zodiac every month or so. The signs of the zodiac are 12 constellations or groups of stars.

 

When the Sun rises in a particular constellation or zodiac sign, it is in that sign. It would lend power to a spell to do work during the appropriate zodiacal sign, such as Aries for leadership or Capricorn to aid in business. The 4 seasons have power as well. It would be unrealistic and rather limiting to work only a certain form of magick for a whole season or month! Perhaps this is why most magickal systems discard this form of timing. Spring is for new beginnings and fertility. Summer is for the same. Fall or Autumn is for harvest, reaping rewards, and death or endings. Winter is also for death and for deep meditation and rest. These are natural cycles, which were the basis for the celebrations and rites of the pagans as well as for Christians (Christianity is derived from older pagan religions) . Sunrise, noon, sunset, and midnight serve as power points, when the Veil between the worlds is open. Sunrise is for new beginnings. Noon is for peaks of power and growth. Sunset is for endings and death. Midnight is a powerful point in time that can be used for anything. In fact, midnight has long been regarded as the “witching hour.”

 

The weather should be considered only in certain cases. Thus, this is a minor issue. Would it be best to do a ritual calling on the powers of the Sun on a cloudy day when it is not within view? Of course not! This would best be done on a Sunday, during the hour of the Sun, on a day when the sky is clear and sunny, and during the daytime (preferably at noon) . In the same way, a ritual calling on the Element of Air or on the powers of Jupiter (the sky god) would best be done on a cloudy and preferably windy day. Jupiter is also the god of lightening and thunder and storms. Thus, a thunderstorm would be an ideal time to invoke this god. Storms are also a time when destructive powers of nature are present and awakened. Furthermore, considering the powerful influence of the Elements and the charged atmosphere, storms are a great time to add power to any kind of spell or ritual.

 

Internal conditions are the last kind of influence to consider. Do you feel tired? Then this may not be a good time for magick. If you feel angry or irritable, this may not be a good time to do rituals or spells for peace! Magick is the extension of the magician. Therefore, considering that the power comes from the practitioner, internal influences may be the most important thing to consider. One’s interior nature should reflect that of the spell. With practice, one may be able to turn on or turn off emotions at will and may be able to put oneself in the proper mind for the rituals at hand. This, however, takes practice to master.

 

By going along with the cycles and tides of nature, one’s spells would be greatly enhanced. The magus does not have to obey these timings, but it is strongly advised. To go against them is like trying to swim against a strong current. This takes strength. But to ride the tide takes no effort at all. In fact, the powerful tides and currents of the forces of nature may carry a weak magician in the proper direction toward his or her goals. Put quite simply, it is always best and advantageous to “go with the flow.”

The Current Moon Phase for Tuesday, August 22nd

Waxing Crescent
Illumination: 1%

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 – Tuesday, August 22, 2017

 

If you were born on the Leo-Virgo cusp, from about August 19 to August 25, you were born on “The Cusp of Exposure,” but that’s not as risque as it sounds. In fact, you face some not-so-fun and conflicting energy in your life.

Leo is a Fire sign and Virgo is an Earth sign, which means there are contrary elements to your personality. The question is, will the fire in your heart be smothered by the Earth, or will it burn bright?

Because these cuspers were born between such very different signs, it’s hard to say which way they’ll lean. Some on the Leo-Virgo cusp gravitate more toward Leo’s need for drama and attention, while others are more like Virgo and prefer a quiet, less social lifestyle.

Whichever way you lean, though, your personality will most likely be hardworking and passionate, especially when dedicated to a particular cause.

Learn more about the challenging Leo-Virgo Cusp:

Name of Cusp: The Cusp of Exposure

Date Range: August 19 to August 25

Strengths: Hardworking, passionate, discriminating, positive, success-driven and honest.

Weaknesses: Critical, antisocial, manipulative, stubborn, quarrelsome and melodramatic.

How Leo and Virgo energy work together: Leo’s flair for drama and Virgo’s down to earth practicality don’t always mix well. These cuspers need to be careful of living a life of extremes — either bold and loud or silent and secretive. But if they can strike a balance between their extroverted and introverted sides, they will master the rare ability to know exactly when to speak up and when to remain silent.

What they love: Getting behind a good cause. Leo is a loving and natural born leader, while Virgo is hardworking, detail oriented and devoted to helping others. Together this is a persuasive cusp combination that is happiest when rallying a group of people in support of a great cause. And know this: They will succeed!

What they need: Intimacy. It won’t come easy for these cuspers, who value secrets and privacy above all else, but they really need to have people in their lives who know them well and love them for exactly who they are.
Advice: Leo-Virgo cuspers must learn to share more of themselves with others, which will in turn help them get in better touch with their own feelings and emotions.

Famous people born on the Leo-Virgo cusp: Coco Chanel, Matthew Perry, Bill Clinton, John Stamos, Gene Roddenberry, Robert Plant, Fred Durst, Connie Chung, Kenny Rogers, Wilt Chamberlain, Kim Cattrall, Ray Bradbury, John Lee Hooker, Tori Amos, Barbara Eden, Gene Kelly, River Phoenix, Shelley Long, Kobe Bryant, Marlee Matlin, Dave Chappelle, Leonard Bernstein, Sean Connery, Gene Simmons, Elvis Costello, Billy Ray Cyrus, Claudia Schiffer.

 

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Get A Jump On Tomorrow….

Your Daily Horoscopes for Wednesday, August 23rd

 

Aries

The morning is good for a continuing feeling of flowing productivity, dear Aries. The remainder of the day also flows well but is far less work-oriented. Loving feelings come easily. With Venus in self-protective Cancer these days, you assign a high value to familiar situations, people, and feelings, particularly in love. You may be doing a lot of reminiscing about old relationships, particularly comfortable ones! Today, you are particularly interested in creating or maintaining harmony in your relationships and your home life. If you need to repair a relationship or come to a better understanding of a past hurt, this is a particularly potent time for doing so. Changing things up is important now when it comes to approaching relationships such that you’re not only repeating old patterns. There can be healing happening through quiet or family activities, or through some solitude.

Taurus

The day is excellent for putting concerted energy and quality time into a creative project or even a love relationship, dear Taurus, especially this morning. You find it easy to get carried away, in a nice kind of way! As the day advances, you’re more likely to unwind, but you’re also well-starred for your social and romantic life. While the usual retrograde Mercury cautions are still in effect, this is a good time for expressing your affection. Generally the Venus-Chiron influence active today is good for presenting your ideas or your case, but you may need to hold off on the big things. However, your actions and mannerisms can certainly help build trust and win favor now. If there have been relationship difficulties, you might feel a gentle rush of optimism and energy to repair them.

Gemini

This morning is excellent for pouring your energy into a major project or an endeavor that’s close to your heart, dear Gemini. As the day advances, you tap into a flowing, supportive, accepting energy that’s fabulous for your relationships but also powerful for practical and business sense. You have outstanding instincts for what is truly valuable to you. Even though we might think we’re tuned into this energy, much of the time we’re distracted from what truly means the most to us, whether that’s a person, relationship, concept, or material thing. It’s also a perfect time for dropping some inhibitions, particularly about expressing your affection, and the Moon’s move into your creative and romantic solar fifth house tonight fans the flames. For some of you, combining talents, abilities, and resources with someone can be successful now. An unusual or nontraditional approach to business, purchases, and money matters today and tomorrow can be most worthwhile.

Cancer

The morning is for tapping into whatever inspires you and pouring your energy into it, dear Cancer. Even with the Mercury retrograde caveats still in effect, you are in a good position to connect with a partner or good friend and thoroughly enjoy yourself. Use your energy well today, such as dedicating yourself to getting a project right. As the day advances, you are more inclined to relax and feel very much at ease, and the benefits continue, just in different ways! Venus is in your sign these days, boosting your popularity and friendliness. Today, Venus moves towards a harmonious angle to Chiron, and this gets an even bigger boost. People are especially drawn to your wisdom and advice or support, and they see your opinions and perspective as especially unique and standout. You can feel an opening up of your heart, and if you’ve been feeling insecure about a relationship, this can dissipate today. You are more courageous with your feelings and emotionally sure-footed, and it’s your ease and naturalness that is most appealing.

Leo

This morning is good for devoting yourself to a pet project, dear Leo, or to a business idea or endeavor. You seem to have the right combination of ambition and willingness to put forth the effort at your disposal. While as the day advances you’re more inclined to unwind and productivity may slip, it seems exactly the right time to do so. You can meet with nice opportunities to revitalize a relationship or to reconnect with your inner world. This is a potentially lovely time for seeing others in a particularly compassionate light, and this feels healthy and affirming. In the process, or through conversation and observation, you may come to a greater understanding of a private matter or relationship. You are a little more open to sharing something personal, and this can be a pleasant, helpful release. While the advice to let go shouldn’t always apply, particularly if you’re rallying for an important cause, for many things, it does, so turn the focus to unblocking and healing now.

Virgo

This is a potentially powerful day, first for dedication to something important to you, and later, for enjoying good company, dear Virgo. There can be a surge of motivation to take care of business, take steps to get healthy (or healthier), or to resume an old project in the morning. You’re ready to commit yourself to something worthwhile and, fortunately, you have a strong sense of what is valuable and worthy of your energy. As the day moves forward, you’re more inclined to relax, but benefits continue. There can be some wonderful connections made or particular pleasure derived from friends and plans for the future. Your dreaming world is active now — and heartwarming! You prefer to see others for their good traits, but you’re not over-idealizing them. You’re inclined to drop the instinct to judge. You can learn a lot about yourself and your needs through others with your heart as open as it is today.

Libra 

The morning is excellent for grabbing a piece of time to yourself and working out a problem, dear Libra, or for devoting yourself to a loved one or domestic project. As the day advances, you’re more inclined to relax and enjoy your feelings. The Moon moves into your sign tonight, where it will stay until Saturday morning, and this brings emotions up to the surface. You’re less inclined to hide away and more likely to assert your needs. Personal appeal is good, and matters of the heart are strong as your ruler, Venus, moves into a fabulous aspect with Chiron — one that’s strong for love, relationship, and business, as well! With openness and humbleness, you can learn a lot today. Business and practical sense improve with a nice dose of intuition and confidence, and you could feel more valued by others, especially those you work with or in a position of authority. If you feel a need to improve or repair trust and warmth in a relationship, this can be a good time for it.

Scorpio

While today is excellent for boosts to your relationships, dear Scorpio, it’s also quite powerful on a mental level. You have a new perspective on people in your life and on personal projects. Personal power is excellent this morning, after which you tend to fare best if you leave your ego at the door and simply enjoy yourself in a laid-back kind of way. Even with Mercury retrograde, you’re in a good position to express your affections. Acceptance and patience are key ingredients for successful relationships now, and fortunately, quite easy to muster up. A Venus-Chiron influence is warm, encouraging, and holds the potential for healing through opening up, loving feelings, compassion, and acceptance. Sharing visions of the future or new ideas and activities can boost a relationship.

Sagittarius

The morning’s energies are busy, involved, and focused, dear Sagittarius, making it an excellent time for dealing with practical affairs with extra gusto and confidence. Be proactive and attend to tasks that you don’t typically feel motivated to complete for best results. Take advantage! As the day advances, you’re in a great position to unwind and smooth your emotions out. Venus has been transiting your intimacy sector for over three weeks now, and this influence finds you in stronger touch with your emotional attachments and inner passions. Today, the pipeline opens even wider as Venus connects with Chiron. Chiron is currently a guest in your sector of home, family, the past, and personal identity, stirring up vulnerabilities and offering gifts of vision in these areas. Be willing and open to address problem areas today. This can also be a good time for working through problems with finances, the sharing of money or power, as well as other matters of support. You’re more willing than usual to try to understand people in your life.

Capricorn

The morning is powerful for dedicating yourself to a particular project or endeavor that excites you, dear Capricorn, especially related to promotion, publishing, or studies. You’re also in a good position to persuade and influence others now. However, as the day moves forward, connections and attachments, as well as emotions and feelings, tend to take over, and you’re ready to relax, unwind, and enjoy yourself in a different way. Personal appeal is high, and relationships improve with a spirit of openness and willingness to be a little vulnerable. Venus has been moving through your partnership sector for over three weeks, and this tends to promote increased harmony in relationships, particularly committed ones. Today, Venus connects beautifully to Chiron, stimulating added understanding, acceptance, compassion, and respect. Mercury’s retrograde is still a factor, but you’re getting your message across well today, anyhow!

Aquarius

It’s easy to pick up inspiration and enthusiasm today, dear Aquarius, and you can become deeply engaged in making plans and strategies for improving your life and relationships, dear Aquarius. You stand to gain new insight into your inner workings as well. A positive show of support may be in the offing now, and it’s not a time for passing up on sincere offers of help. As the day advances, life is less intense but not quite lazy. You are in an improved position for seeing what’s truly valuable to you — something that seems intuitive but isn’t always the case with life’s many distractions that can have us losing sight of what we genuinely value. Of course, this increases business intuition and can translate to the scoping out of a good deal. You might also enjoy a comforting feeling of being pleased with recent accomplishments or the work you’re doing or aspiring to do. On another level, however, you appreciate people and situations that you may sometimes take for granted. This is a good day for healing, accepting, and unblocking.

Pisces

There is great energy for feeling passionate about a cause, project, or relationship this morning, dear Pisces. In fact, all day holds promising energy for repairing, healing, and enjoying relationships, friendship, love, and business, but in the morning, it’s about active commitment and as the day progresses, a more relaxed, accepting approach to relating. You’re magnetizing situations and people that/who are right for you or leave you with a sense that you’re learning, improving, and growing. Personal appeal skyrockets. You’ve had Venus in your romance sector for over three weeks now, and today, Venus connects beautifully with Chiron in your sign. This opens your heart and improves your natural appeal and powers of attraction even further. Guiding others or allowing someone to guide you along gently leaves you feeling stronger and happier. It’s also a perfect time to express yourself creatively and romantically, although more through actions than words since Mercury remains retrograde.

 

Tarot Card of the Day

Six of Coins

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August 22nd, 2017

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Psychic Tip of the Day

SHARP WORDS
This is a “torch-tongue”” day. Mild critiques suddenly become harsh attacks. Speak softly and be aware you will feel criticized

 

Your Daily Rune for August 22nd

Jera

“Yehr-ah” – Literally: “Year” – Esoteric: Harvest

Rune of harvest and reward for, or reaction to, right actions in a horizontal (naturally ordered) cyclical process. Rune of peace on the land and in the heart.

Psi: psychological time, patience, the measurement of time

Energy: good harvest, orbits, cycles, progress, biorhythms, right effort

Mundane: waiting, gardening, farming, the seasons, harvest

Divinations: Reward for positive action, plenty, peace, proper timing; or repetition, bad timing, poverty, conflict, regression.

Governs:
Fertility, creativity and harmony with the land
Peace, prosperity and plenty
Realization of the cyclical nature of the multiverse, invoking the power of time and cycles
Bringing other concepts gently into material manifestation
Initiating gradual and lasting change in flow of life

 

Your Crowley Thoth Tarot Card for Today

The Chariot

The Chariot is the representation of Victory and the personality traits required to attain victory. The Chariot indicates self-awareness and control. Courage—the ability to overcome fear and confront the unknown head on–is a primary ingredient of any victorious campaign and is denoted by the Chariot. So too is force of will. Often success is as much the product of will power and a refusal to surrender as it is anything else. The Chariot also represents the healthy personality of someone who believes in themselves; someone who can take control of the situation and bring events to a positive end. His successes come in competition with others.

 

Your Weekly Influence for Monday, August 21

 

Tarot Influence

The Western Emperor

This card embodies success through practicality and sheer force of will. The Western Emperor’s prowess as a leader is well honed by experience.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Astrological Influence

Scorpio Reversed

Scorpio reveresed represents the lack of will and confidence to move ahead

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Element Influence

Fire Reversed

Fire reversed denotes calamity that may be on a catastrophic level. Prepare to deal with changes you do not want.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Your Ancient Symbol Card for Today

The Journey

While physical travel may be involved, The Journey represents an individual’s spiritual trek from one point to another. The Journey is represented by a sailboat gliding across an open sea. Like those traversing the ocean The Journey requires that we move off the firm ground of our present state and strike out for a new destination. The trip itself may well be full of adventure and challenges. There may be times when we lose sight of where we came from and possibly not even know where we’re going. Storms may crop up without warning. Diversions may slow our progress to our destination down. While it’s good to have an idea of where you want to go, it’s equally important to remember that often it’s the getting there and not the destination that is the most rewarding. To take such a spiritual voyage takes courage and conviction that direction in which your are moving is right for you.

As a daily card, The Journey indicates a time in which you are likely to derive insight and spiritual growth by moving off your everyday path. Although the time span is short, this movement may have a profound and enduring effect on your life. Indeed you may be on the verge of experiencing a revelation, or enjoying a period of self actualization. Be open to new paths and you may well end up with some very positive changes in your life.

Your Animal Spirit for Today
August 22, 2017

Squirrel

Hoard, hoard, hoard! Squirrel has been a busy fellow, gathering food for the long winter ahead—and he advises you to do the same. Have you set enough money aside to get you through lean times, or do you squander what you earn? We all love a shopping spree, but if Squirrel scurries into your reading, he’s cautioning you to spend a little, but also save a little

Your Charm for Today

Today’s Meaning:
There is a good vibration surrounding this aspect. It feels better than it has in quite some time. Maintain your faith in your diety of choice and this good vibration will remain. Waiver from your faith and this good vibration will dissapate.

General Description:
This Estruscan talisman – a tusk carved in basalt, and elaborately mounted in gold filigree work – was worn as a protector from danger and evil influences. The charm was supposed to attract good fortune and success. The Tusk represented one of the horns of the Crescent Moon, which was a symbol of the Egyptian goddess Isis, who, in the course of time, became the most universal nad powerful of all the goddesses. The Estrucans, Greeks and Romans had great faith in the reputed virtues of amulets, a belief which was greatly influenced by the Egyptians.

Crack the Cookie

The Wisdom of Buddha

Health is the greatest gift, contentment the greatest wealth, faithfulness the best relationship.

Sun in Virgo

Discerning, modest, detail-oriented

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When the Sun is in Virgo

The Sun’s move into detail-oriented Virgo gives all of us a leg up on polishing our skills, getting organized, or doing any activities that require us to pay close attention. Reveal what you can do to make the most of the quest for perfection during this transit:

What to do:

Get your work done — perfectly. Then go for a run, get a deep tissue massage, and wind down with a good book and a glass of fine wine. Virgo is an Earth sign that values sensation and the best experiences in life.

What to say:

“Let me look at that.” Virgo doesn’t let anything go — a quality that is both invaluable and annoying. It’s great to have an eye for the smallest details, but if you’re double-checking someone else’s work, take it easy on them if you find fault — and you will, because the Sun is in Virgo!

Where to go:

Camping! Earthy Virgo finds comfort and security when surrounded by nature and wildlife, so get out to the country during the Virgo Sun. Such a serene setting will also calm Virgo’s overly anxious tendencies, and help you loosen up and relax.

What to wear:

A cashmere cardigan and a comfy pair of shoes. Practical Virgo is most at home in luxurious yet comfortable clothing. Virgo can be a fussy sign, so it’s best to keep it clean, cozy, and simple when it comes to getting dressed in Virgo season.

What to buy:

A vacuum cleaner! Forget “spring cleaning” — it’s all about “summer cleaning” when the Sun is in Virgo. Pick up a broom, a mop, and a new feather duster, because now is the perfect time to use that meticulous Virgo energy to get your home spotless.

What to watch out for:

Being too critical and judgmental. Virgo can sometimes be too finicky, turning “perfect” into picky, which can be annoying and frustrating for others. Strive to loosen up a little and let a few things go — after all, not everything needs to be flawless.

What to look forward to:

Getting back on track. Sun in Virgo is an organized and practical period in which to get back to business after a few lighthearted months. It may not be all fun and games, but you will feel fantastic about how much you’ve accomplished.

If you were born with the Sun in Virgo

Virgo is considered the perfectionist of the zodiac. As a practical, Mercury-ruled sign, you generally prefer neatness and order to loose ends and chaos. People sometimes see your need for order as excessive, but your focus on the details simply ensures efficiency and high quality work — two things you love!

You are body-aware, and place an importance on your health and nutrition. In fact, you take your well-being so seriously that you may have gotten a reputation for being a hypochondriac. You just like making sure that everything is in perfect working order — even your body.

Love:

Because it is called “The Virgin,” people mistakenly think of Virgo as a passionless sign — and that’s simply not true! In reality, you have an appreciation for all aspects of intimacy: mental, emotional, and physical.

You take your time picking a partner, and you’d much rather be single than with someone who doesn’t live up to your standards. You don’t open up right away, but when you do, you are devoted and will do whatever it takes to keep your partner happy in the relationship.

Career:

All Virgos have one common problem: none of you can relax! Work is play to you, and you genuinely enjoy organizing projects and checking items off your to-do list. You’re analytical and precise which is why careers in technology, science, or finance usually appeal to you. You have a sense of duty to complete tasks simply because there’s a job to be done and someone has to do it. The phrase “if you want something done right, then do it yourself” must have been coined by a Virgo!

Friendship:

While not everyone is invited into your social circle — you hold others to the same high standards you have for yourself — you are an incredibly loyal friend to those who are. The only thing you enjoy more than getting things done perfectly is lending a helping hand to those closest to you. When a friend has a problem, you’re able to get in there with your meticulous mind and examine the nitty-gritty details so you can come up with a solution.

What sets you apart:

You have quite an eye for detail, Virgo! You always work hard to dot your i’s and cross your t’s so that everything goes according to plan. Just remember to take a break and not judge yourself or others too harshly. Nobody is perfect!

Sun in Virgo traits:

• Analytical
• Reserved
• Perfectionist

• Organized
• Loyal
• Practical

• Helpful
• Responsible
• Discriminating

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Your Earth Sky News for August 22:  When’s the next U.S. total solar eclipse?

By Bruce McClure

After the August 21, 2017 eclipse, the next total solar eclipse visible from North America will be April 8, 2024

Photos of the August 21, 2017 eclipse here

How ISS astronauts saw the August 21 eclipse

Check out the map above. It shows all the total solar eclipses occurring in North America from 2001-2050, and it comes to us via eclipse master Fred Espenak. You can see that – after the August 21, 2017 eclipse – the next total eclipse for North America will come on April 8, 2024.

That makes it seem as if eclipses are rare, when, in fact, they’re not. They happen about every 18 months as seen from somewhere in the world. However, for any given spot on Earth’s surface, total solar eclipse don’t happen very often.

In addition to total eclipses, there are other sorts of eclipses. Partial and annular, or ring, solar eclipses also take place, as do eclipses of the moon. Some of them almost certainly will be visible from your location in the next few years.

Look here for a complete list of solar eclipses between the years 2011-2030.

Read more: Are lunar eclipses more common than solar eclipses?

View larger. | Path of all total (blue) and annular (yellow) eclipses through the continental USA from 2001 through 2050. Image courtesy of Fred Espenak at Astropixels.com

Sue Waddell contributed this eclipse composite from Eastview, Kentucky on August 21, 2017, where there was a 98.3% eclipse. See more photos of the August 21 eclipse.

 

 

 

Bottom line: After the August 21, 2017 eclipse, the next total solar eclipse visible from North America will be April 8, 2024.

Bruce McClure

Bruce McClure has served as lead writer for EarthSky’s popular Tonight pages since 2004. He’s a sundial aficionado, whose love for the heavens has taken him to Lake Titicaca in Bolivia and sailing in the North Atlantic, where he earned his celestial navigation certificate through the School of Ocean Sailing and Navigation. He also writes and hosts public astronomy programs and planetarium programs in and around his home in upstate New York.

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A Little Humor for Your Day

The Plan

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Does any of this sound familiar around here ???

• In the beginning there was the Plan.
• The plan was based on a set of Assumptions.
• And the Assumptions were without substance.
• And thus the Plan could not be sustained.
• And therefore darkness was upon the face of the Workers who are charged with carrying out the plan.
• And they spoke among themselves, saying, “This plan: It is a crock of sh*t, and it stinks of same.”
• And the Workers went unto their Supervisors and said, “It is a pail of dung, and we cannot live with the smell.”
• And the Supervisors went unto their Managers, saying, “It is a container of excrement, and it is very strong, such that none may abide by it.”
• And the Managers went unto their Directors, saying, “It is a vessel of fertilizer, and none are able to abide its strength.”
• And the Directors spoke among themselves, saying to one another, “It contains that which aids plant growth, and it is very strong.”
• And the Directors went to the Vice Presidents, saying unto them, “It promotes growth, and it is very powerful.”
• And the Vice Presidents went to the President, saying unto him, “This new plan will actively promote the growth and vigor of the company with very powerful effects.”
• And the President looked upon the Plan and saw that it was good. And the Plan became Policy.

And this is how sh*t comes to happen.

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