The Wisdom of Buddha

Just as treasures are uncovered from the earth, so virtue appears from good deeds, and wisdom appears from a pure and peaceful mind. To walk safely through the maze of human life, one needs the light of wisdom and the guidance of virtue.

Today’s Charm

Today’s Meaning:
This aspect of your life will be strongly influenced by a person who is friendly, humanitarian, honest, loyal, original, inventive, independent and intellectual. If you can identify this person get close to them–they can be quite helpful.

General Description:
Eleventh sign of the Zodiac, Jan 20th to Feb 19th. Ruling planet Uranus; correct metal lead. Those born under the influence of the Aquarius were supposed to be intelligent, of strong will power, restless, inventive, deep thinkers, artistic and cautious in money matters. The Aquarius gems are Garnet and Hyacinth. The Garnet, through India and Persia, was a favorite amulet against plague and poison, also worn to attract cheerfulness and good health. In the middle ages used as a charm to protect against all inflammatory disease and to ensure happiness. It was also supposed to warn its wearer of approaching peril and danger.

The Outlook for the Week Ahead, March 13th

Past Influence whose impact on your life is waning.

The Peacock

The iridescent emerald plumage and spectacular broad tail of The Peacock make it the ideal symbol of both justified pride and vanity. It denotes the right for one to be proud of themselves for being who they are and for letting others know. In short, its okay to strut a bit. At the same time The Peacock reminds us that while pride and high self esteem are essential components of a healthy psyche, becoming too full of one’s self makes us vain, and vanity is never attractive in anyone.

Present Influence whose impact on your life is very strong.

The Green Man

Where the Green Man appears the mystery and untamed energy of nature abounds. The Green Man indicates the presence of choices and powers that have not been muted by civilization. The Green Man represents the antithesis of technology and industrialization. He offers primal energies veiled in mystery and derived from the spirit of nature in its purest form.

Future influence whose impact on your life is growing and will be very strong in the future.

Strength

Strength denotes an inner power, mastery of will, development of inner might, and the ability to lead effectively. Through mastering one’s emotions and learning from both success and failure the person Strength represents has reached a place where they are influential without applying physical force, able to weather the roughest of storms, and not likely to abandon the less fortunate. Strength also denotes a large capacity for forgiveness and compassion. Strength is not as much about winning as it is about overcoming hardship, and using well crafted persuasion to ease others to your side.

Your Ancient Symbol Card for Today

The Protector

The Protector represents the presence of a strong ally ready to assist you when your path is full of difficult challenges. The Protector is represented by the Archangel Michael: God’s warrior angel. Archangel Michael is in the writings of many religions including Christianity, Islam, and Judaism. While Michael is male, in the context of this Oracle, The Protector is not gender specific. Regardless of whether Your Protector is male or female they can have a powerful positive influence when you find yourself facing trying times.

As a daily card, The Protector denotes the immediate presence of a commanding ally working to put the balance of power in your favor. The protector is especially powerful at helping you get what you rightfully deserve and thwarting underhanded schemes aimed at keeping you down.

How to Do a Serenity Tarot Reading

A Tarot spread to help you heal and find inner peace

By Tarot.com Staff

Tarot-reading, Tarot, Readings, Peace, Healing

Serenity Tarot Spread Positions

Position 1: Your Foundation Card

Heart of the issue

The first card of this reading takes a look at what’s really at the center of your suffering. While it’s usually pretty easy to identify how we’re feeling, sometimes we don’t know why we’re feeling the way we do. When pulling this card, make sure to sit and focus on the emotions you’re experiencing at that moment. Allow yourself to fully embrace what it is that’s going on in your head and heart. Think of this card as putting the spotlight on the darkness you’re experiencing right now.

Position 2: Your Barrier Card

What is blocking you from healing?

The path to healing is not a straight line. The Barrier Card will help you see what it is that has been preventing you from finding the inner peace you need. Sometimes these stumbling blocks come from outside influences, and sometimes the struggle is coming from within. The message you receive from this card will allow you to confront — and deal with — what has been stopping you from finding inner peace.

Position 3: Your Healing Card

Advice on how to move forward

When we’re swimming in an ocean of emotion, it’s not always easy to see what it is we need to do to feel good again. The third card in this spread takes a look at your situation, and gives you the practical insight and advice needed to help soothe any anxiety or uncertainty you’re feeling. Think of the Healing Card as your own personal counselor, helping guide you towards a better future.

Position 4: Your External Card

What you can do to help others

In dark times, it is not only we who suffer, but others around us as well. We all have an internal light that acts as a beacon of hope no matter how dark these times may seem, and your External Card helps you see what this special gift is. Is your higher power that you act as a pillar of strength? Or, is it your unwavering compassion for the suffering around you?

Position 5: Your Internal Card

What you can do to help yourself

The Tarot is known for its ability to empower us, and there is nothing more empowering than learning that everything you need to be happy is already inside of you. Think of your fifth card as your “self” card — one that shines a spotlight on your greatest source of inner strength. The insight revealed in this position will show you that not only is healing is possible, but that you already have what it takes to get there.

Position 6: Your Revelation Card

Lessons you can learn from this situation

While it may not seem like it at the time, there is always a silver lining in times of adversity. Not only can our suffering teach us important lessons about life, but it can also teach us important lessons about ourselves. Think of your Revelation Card as a glimpse into your future, a future where you’re stronger and wiser for having gone through this situation.

No matter what it is you’re dealing with right now, this simple 6-card Tarot reading can help guide you towards a happier, brighter tomorrow. Are you ready to get started? Take a deep breath, shuffle the cards, and let the power of the Tarot guide you now.

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Because of circumstances beyond your control, you have no choice

General Meaning

In practically all renditions of the Tower card, disaster is striking or has just struck. The demons of madness and despair are released from ancient hiding places, and nature conspires with human failings to destabilize a society. The upheaval is collective and impersonal. Let us remember these images were created for the educated nobles and clergy — reminding them that they have the most to lose if the hierarchy is toppled.

Lightning is a fitting karmic payback for the guilt of those whose fortunes come from the exploitation or abuse of others. A modern subtitle might be “revolution,” indicating that through drastic social change, oppressed people can find renewed hope of better times. The Tower experience comes like a flash of lightning to topple the hierarchy of the old order, after which everyone can have a fresh start on a more equal footing.

In the Advice Position

You are the one to serve as a catalyst for change.

The card in the Advice position suggests a course of action which will harmonize what you want with what is currently possible.

With the Tower card, think of yourself as an agent of transformation. This self-sacrificing role is likely to create stressful situations. Your vision shows you that a radical change has already been unleashed by forces much larger than mere mortals, and therefore you are no longer resisting.

Now you may be at the forefront, acknowledging and accepting the bracing presence of the future bursting in on the present. Try to mediate the harsher parts of the changes as they unfold, so the most vulnerable are the most cushioned. Acknowledge yourself, as well as the others in your life, who are offering their resources to usher in a better future.

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Get A Jump On Tomorrow….

Your Daily Horoscopes for Tuesday, March 14th

by Rick Levine

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If You Were Born Today, March 13

You have a reserved, respectable character with quiet charm. You have an unusually strong awareness and compassion for others’ suffering. However, make no mistake about it, you have a strong character with plenty of determination, a mind of your own, and independence to boot. Security is important to you, and you’ll work tirelessly for it. Even if you have a lot, you rarely take it for granted. Famous people born today: Neil Sedaka, Adam Clayton, William H. Macy, Charo, Emile Hirsch, Kaya Scodelario, Noel Fisher.

Your Birthday Year Forecast:

A Full Moon in your Solar Return chart marks this as a year of great personal significance, when major new beginnings, endings, and activities occur. This period is the culmination of a stage of personal growth and development. Events occurring this year may bring various developments in your emotional, psychological, or spiritual life over the past several years to a head. Relationships are especially important. There can be increased activity in your professional and public life, causing a conflict with your domestic and personal goals. There is little moderation in your life this year. Connections are made or ended, or your job focus may change as one focus fades to make way for a new direction. The year ahead is certain to be a very busy, dynamic, and significant period in your life.

This can be a year in which you are building faith and confidence in your personality, skills, and talents. You can experience a stronger desire to seek out meaning, wisdom, and mental stimulation in your life during this period. Others might frequently turn to you for guidance. You can find satisfying channels for directing your energies during this period, and you might enjoy increased focus or dedication to a project.

This is a potentially excellent year for putting dreams into motion and giving life to your ideas. You are capable of very hard work when you’re inspired, and you can produce some pretty fantastic things now.

Saturn will transit square to your Sun this year, and this can encourage you to straighten out neglected areas of your life. You’ll be working hard at disciplining yourself. You are likely to have new or increased responsibilities, and it might take some time to get adjusted to them. The need to re-structure and re-organize your life will be apparent at some point this year. Much can be accomplished. Although you may not always see immediate results for your efforts, important groundwork can be laid for the future.

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

Mars harmonizes with Saturn around the time of your birthday this year, helping to ground you. 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, with modest ambitions and the appreciation of slow but steady progress.

However, some difficulties and delays with communications are likely. Your thoughts are quite sober at times, and you should do your best to avoid negative thinking. It’s a strong year for recognizing flaws and errors. As long as you don’t forget the “big picture”, you could find you are motivated to channel your mental energy into tasks that require structured and organized thought, tackling projects that you may have found too mundane or downright boring in other years. It’s a strong year for polishing your skills and formal learning. You also have a stronger ability to eliminate wasteful activities.

You may be actively involved with teamwork and collaboration with others this year. For some, there can be the beginning of a significant new relationship or the intensification of an existing romance, or an important passion project that reaches a turning point.

You’re able to bring both enthusiasm and practicality to your endeavors this year. It’s a potentially excellent year for making positive lifestyle changes and for dedication to your work or special projects. You are more patient than usual, having the follow-through to finish what you start. When you are motivated, you can accomplish great things, bringing new life to old goals. However, you may struggle at times with increased responsibilities.

2017 is a Number Eight year for you. Ruled by Saturn. This is a year of power and accomplishment. Actively seeking to expand, taking educated risks, and moving forward are highlighted. This is a year of opportunity, particularly in the material and business world, and opportunities need to be seized. It’s generally not a year to find a new love partner, simply because the focus is on the material world and your place in the world. This is a problem-solving year in which you can expect real, tangible results. Advice – take action, plan ahead, seize opportunities.

2018 will be a Number Nine year for you. Ruled by Mars. This is a year of completion and transition. It is a time when we need to let go of things that no longer serve their purpose, and hold on to things that have a future. It is a time of cleaning out dead wood, not necessarily for new beginnings. It can be a time when a burden has been taken off your shoulders, and it can be a year of giving of yourself. Advice – let go of things that are holding you back, give of yourself and express your sympathetic, compassionate side.

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Astrology and Gemstones

What’s Your Bling? (By Zodiac Sign)

Choosing the right gemstone has a lot to do with your birthday. According to the Astrological Table of Gemstones, each sign of the zodiac has its own special gem.

Aries: Aries is a fire sign that shines brightly with an inner fire. It is headstrong and always at the cutting edge, so what more fitting gem for this sign than the brilliant diamond? As Aries also rules the head, diamond earrings or studs are especially appropriate.

Taurus: This sign loves the lush bounty of nature, so the correct gemstone is the lush green emerald. Ruled by Venus, Taurus loves a beautiful setting. Remember that when you gift a Taurean an emerald necklace, for Taurus also rules the throat.

Gemini: Bright, lively Gemini needs a sparkling gem, and both the shimmering agate and the sparkling crystal are appropriate. Have them set in rings, cuff links or bracelets as Gemini is ruled by Mercury, which rules the hands.

Cancer: This sign is ruled by the Moon, so the pearl and the moonstone are the correct gems for this sign. They are best presented as a beautiful brooch or tie pin, or you could try a belt or gems set in a silk girdle, as Cancer rules both the breasts and the stomach.

Leo: This warm hearted fire sign responds to the ruby, with its fiery glow. Leo rules the heart, so a pendant, brooch or tie pin will be the perfect setting for a ruby gift.

Virgo: This sign loves the fruits of the earth and the glow of nature – its natural element is summer, so the lush golden glow of the sardonyx makes a fine gemstone for Virgo. Like Gemini, Virgo is ruled by Mercury, which makes rings, cuff links and bracelets the ideal setting for Virgo’s gem.

Libra: Airy, balanced Libra appreciates fine things, and especially the Libran gem, the sapphire. Ruled by Venus, Libra is as fond of adorning the neck as Taurus, but will wear jewelry in any form. Remember that Libra loves balance, so perfectly matched sets, like earrings, bracelet and necklace will be the favored choice.

Scorpio: This dark, mysterious sign favors something out of the ordinary in gems – the correct gem for Scorpio is the vivid, iridescent opal. Scorpios like concealment, so a gift which is not readily seen will be appreciated – a pendant which can be worn under clothes, a compact or charm which can be kept out of sight, will appeal to Scorpios.

Sagittarius: This is a fire sign that appreciates freedom and loves to travel. The sparkle of the Sagittarian gem, the topaz, echoes the sparkle of this exuberant sign. Whether blue or typical topaz gold, this gem will suit Sagittarians in a simple setting that can be worn on the run.

Capricorn: This status conscious sign favors a gem with understated elegance – the amethyst is the perfect gem for Capricorn. The setting should be timeless, for passing fads do not retain their value. For busy Capricorns, a watch setting is perfect – but they will also appreciate elegant rings or earrings.

Aquarius: While there have been many candidates for the gemstone of this sign, the Aquarmarine, which echoes the name shines with cool blue radiance, is the most appropriate choice. Aquarius is the sign of the unexpected, and rules the ankles so you can choose unusual settings, such as an ankle bracelet.

Pisces: This sign is most closely associated with the vastness of the ocean, so the most appropriate gemstone is jade, which echoes the endless depths. This gem can be presented in any form, but especially appealing to Pisceans are delicate adornments for the feet and hands.

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Your Daily Horoscopes for Monday, March 13th

Aries

Mercury enters your sign today, dear Aries, where it will transit until the 31st. This gives you a stronger voice and a more certain, self-reliant attitude. You are considerably more communicative, alert, and interested. You tend to be a tad restless with this energy in your life, and this pushes you to circulate, move about, and interact. Very little in your immediate environment escapes your attention. With Venus retrograde in your sign concurrently, you can come across far more analytically than warmly. However, you may be feeling a sense of reawakening on a mental level, with an urge to start fresh and to get ahead with your ideas. Work and projects might fall into your lap. Today, your desire to go your own way seems to clash with a desire for company. You can be feeling a little torn, but with a bit of creativity, you can satisfy both needs.

Taurus

Mercury begins its transit of your sector of privacy and retreats today, Taurus, and this brings a stronger need for privacy or solitude for making decisions, and possibly for your work until March 31st. You are a little more introspective and pensive than usual, and perhaps less communicative. You might also be hesitant about making decisions as you take more time to absorb and digest information before coming to conclusions. It’s an excellent time for rethinking matters and gaining a new perspective on recent events, particularly with Venus in this same house and retrograde. For some, it’s a time of private affections or relationships. The best ideas tend to come from periods of being alone and in better touch with your inner world. Today, you can feel both sociable and withdrawn, and it can be difficult to find a balance between the two.

Gemini

With Mercury beginning its transit of your friendship sector today, dear Gemini, the cycle ahead of you is a favorable one for sharing ideas with others. During this cycle, you thrive on the exchange of information with friends, and the more humanitarian, unbiased, unconventional, and future-oriented the better! You seek out others who stimulate your mind, and others are drawn to you for the same reasons. Your ideas are innovative, unusual, and progressive during this cycle that lasts until the end of March. Great ideas can emerge from your conversations with others and through networking activities. You are more assertive and forthright during this cycle since Mercury is your ruler and is traveling through bold, fiery Aries until the 31st. Today, however, you may wrestle a little with whether to go your own way or divide the credit with others. Or, your desire to get close to someone is up and down.

Cancer

Mercury moves into your sector of responsibility, career, and reputation today, dear Cancer, and will continue to influence this area of your chart until the last day of March. More frequently than usual, your mind is on your goals and prospects during this cycle. You are more aware of how you’re coming across, and others are taking more interest in what you have to say. You might be in the position to speak formally or to lead with your ideas, and others notice you for your smarts. Today, try to focus on what works for you rather than on what others are doing (or not doing) for best results. Otherwise, you can find yourself in an unpleasant state of vacillation. The Moon has now moved into your home and family sector, encouraging a greater focus on your domestic life.

Leo

Mercury moves into harmony with your sign today, dear Leo, and will continue to transit your solar ninth house until the last day of March. Your outlook is quite positive and your mind very active during this cycle, and you’re inclined to look at matters from a broader perspective. Your interest in the world around you increases and your ideas are mostly well-received, although with retrograde Venus here for the duration of this Mercury transit, your communications may not always go the way you intend. An overview approach to thinking can reduce the number of perceived challenges in your life. You are less interested in mundane, routine matters and details, preferring to focus on the bigger picture. Today, you enjoy the feeling of being busy, but might find it hard to know exactly what you want to do with yourself!

Virgo

Today and until March 31st, Mercury’s presence in your solar eighth house boosts your perceptive abilities, dear Virgo, which are considerable in the first place. This is a period of deeper thought and increased strategy. You are inclined to pour your energy into mental pursuits that truly turn your crank rather than spend too much time on frivolities during this cycle. You are a little less inclined to speak about your plans or engage in small talk during this period. You could be attracted to mysteries or darker subject matter, or you could find that you’re drawing these things to you. You find it especially enjoyable to wrap your head around a good mystery or puzzle. Today, the Moon leaves your sign very early into the day, and emotions tend to stabilize. Even so, you may be craving extra comfort and pleasure now.

Libra

Mercury moves into your opposing sign today, dear Libra, pointing to a stronger desire for sharing ideas and making decisions with others. This cycle lasts until the 31st and is likely to enliven your relationships, either through increased communication or considerably more thought given to them. Intellectual companionship is emphasized now. You enjoy bouncing ideas off others, which gets your mind working more vigorously and efficiently, and you have a lot to learn through others, whether this is direct or as a result of thought that starts after you interact with them. While this is usually a great time to talk through relationship problems, Venus is retrograde in this same sector for the duration of Mercury’s transit here, and some of the intention or warmth in your communications can be missing, leading to possible misunderstandings. The Moon moves into your sign early today, upping the emotional volume. Feelings you may have kept at bay demand your full attention now!

Scorpio

Mercury, the planet of communication, begins its transit of your work and health sector today, dear Scorpio, where it will influence until the last day of March. This is a cycle for focusing on the details of your life and getting them into order. Work, practical matters, health, fitness, nutrition, and routines are all in stronger focus. Positively, this is a favorable period for getting work done that leads to more definite feeling of being in charge of your life. The challenge of this transit occurs if you are so focused on flaws or overwhelmed with details that you fail to see the bigger picture. Examining work projects and relationships can be appropriate now. Today is a day for laying low, however, as the Moon moves into your privacy sector signaling a need to take the pressure off. If you’ve recently been feeling put upon by others who expect you to do more than your share, learning your boundaries can be in store today.

Sagittarius

Mercury moves into a position of harmony with your sign today, dear Sagittarius, and will continue to move through your solar fifth house until March 31st. This is a helpful influence as it smooths out your conversations and boosts your ability to get your messages across without disclaimers. You are more confident and ready to take a personal risk when it comes to expressing yourself. Thoughts might often turn to romance, children, and entertainment during this cycle, and you’re inclined to have a little extra fun with your communications. Even so, Venus is retrograde in this sector of your chart for the duration of Mercury’s transit, and you may need to watch for an overly intellectual approach to situations that favor using your heart before your brain. There can be an analysis of a past relationship or the sorting out of your feelings now.

Capricorn

Mercury enters your home and family sector today, dear Capricorn, and will continue to influence this part of your chart until the 31st. This can be a busy time for family or home life, whether it’s about more communication with family, work or learning from the home, frequent visitors, or increased attention to the past and your personal life. With Mars now working in harmony with your sign, and retrograde Venus and Mercury challenging your sign now, the upcoming weeks tend to favor action more than words. There can be a lot of reminiscing about the past and a new perspective on it as well. Today, you can experience a tug of war of sorts between your desire to get things done or gain recognition and your need to relax and blend in with your surroundings!

Aquarius

Mercury begins transiting your communications sector today, dear Aquarius, and is now moving in harmony with your sign (until March 31st). This is a satisfying placement for Mercury, even if it sometimes stimulates some restlessness, as Mercury feels right at home here. This position gives you an added boost or ease with communications and a more flowing ability to learn. It acts to sharpen and enhance your ability to process information quickly and more efficiently. Venus is retrograde in this same sector for the duration of this transit, however, and you may sometimes come across far too analytically for your own good, or you could complain that others are too critical or lacking warmth. Picking up new information is the focus now, and while it can be very beneficial, it’s up to you to sort through it all. Watch that your life doesn’t become weighed down by too many trivial matters, but do branch out and consider new ideas and possibilities.

Pisces

Mercury enters your resources sector today, dear Pisces, and will move through this area of your chart until March 31st. This transit brings smarter energy to your practical affairs. While Venus is currently retrograde in this sector of your solar chart and it’s probably better not to begin significant new endeavors, Mercury here can help you see things a little more clearly, or, at the very least, help you to reason things through. You’re certainly inclined to deal with business and money matters logically and reasonably during this period. There can be increased worries about money at times, but these might also lead to smarter money management or more attentiveness to your resources. You are also more inclined to talk about what you value, material matters aside, and you’re likely to come to a stronger understanding of what you want as a result.

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Your Weekly Horoscopes for the Week of Monday, March 13th

• General Horoscope

  Conversations with your lover should be quite interesting this week. On Monday Mercury moves into fast-paced Aries, where he’ll remain until March 31. This placement supports everyone speaking their mind, however, you’ll need to be careful not to speak before you think! Then on Saturday, Venus Retrograde will back into Mercury, allowing you and your sweetheart to pick up on an unfinished conversation from the past. You’ll have a good chance now to work it out for good.

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  Aries Horoscope MAR 21 – APR 19

  If you’ve been holding back your words lately, that is all about to change. Now, no matter how uncomfortable it makes anyone feel — including your partner — you’ll feel almost compelled to speak up for yourself and communicate exactly what you want. The good news is that, by Saturday, a conversation with your mate will allow him or her to understand more about your needs. Extend the same consideration to him or her.

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  Taurus Horoscope APR 20 – MAY 20

  If you’re trying to move past any relationship heartbreak, there’s a good chance you’ll have a breakthrough this week. You might relive certain conversations you had with an ex and finally see that in order to change your future relationship patterns, you have to break away from these old, unhealthy ones first. If you haven’t been able to speak up for yourself once you are part of a couple, this will be a particularly eye opening time.

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  Gemini Horoscope MAY 21 – JUN 20

  You might reconnect with an old pal or two and take a stroll down memory lane. You’ll talk about your old loves, past heartbreaks, and other romantic experiences together. During these conversations, you’re likely to learn a great deal about yourself. More importantly, you’ll recognize what your “must haves” are in order to achieve a winning relationship. If you’re in a relationship, then this week you and your sweetie might give a shared but unfulfilled aspiration a second chance.

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  Cancer Horoscope JUN 21 – JUL 22

  There seems to be a whole lot of responsibility and not enough adventure in your relationship at the moment. Although both of you are willing to step up and handle your everyday obligations, you’re also both likely to feel a sense of wanderlust and longing. Perhaps you wish you could just escape the routine that has taken over your lives and enjoy a new experience together. While it won’t happen this week, why not plan to achieve this in the near future?

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  Leo Horoscope JUL 23 – AUG 22

  It’s possible that you and your lover are going through a dry spell. This might be due to circumstances such as not being able to see each other as much thanks to work or family obligations. Even if you live together it might be a challenge to share intimate time. Or, it’s possible that you’re holding back for one reason or another. If you’re dating someone, you might even begin to question whether or not your differences are greater than your shared interests.

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  Virgo Horoscope AUG 23 – SEP 22

  Money or family problems might get in the way of romantic happiness this week. If you and your partner are caught up in real life frustrations, then instead of wishing you could escape, why not take a different approach? Resolve to hold each other’s hands and walk through the muck together. If you do, it’ll be a lot easier to find solutions. Even if there’s an unsolvable situation, just going through it together will make it more bearable.

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  Libra Horoscope SEP 23 – OCT 22

  You and your partner can make great progress in your relationship this week. Mercury will move into your 7th House of Commitment, helping to improve communication between you and your mate. You’ll find it easier to initiate conversations you were reticent about in the past. In fact, on Saturday you might bring up something that has been bothering you for quite some time. Finally, you’ll get things off your chest and clear the air.

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  Scorpio Horoscope OCT 23 – NOV 21

  It’s possible that you’ll need to cut back on discretionary spending for a bit. As a result, it might be difficult to be out in social situations or enjoy a date with someone new. Don’t worry — it’s only temporary! While you are experiencing these budget cuts, why not explore ways to meet someone without spending a dime? If you are creative you’ll find a way. After all, the best things in life are free.

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  Sagittarius Horoscope NOV 22 – DEC 21

  Your love life will be front and center on your mind this week. The interesting twist however, is that most of your thoughts will be about the past rather than the here and now. It seems you’re caught up in “should haves” and “would haves” as you stroll down memory lane. Do what you can to avoid becoming hyper-focused on your regrets. Instead, resolve to learn from any mistakes. Move forward in your love life communicating your romantic needs courageously.

   

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  Capricorn Horoscope DEC 22 – JAN 19

  You and your sweetheart might be rethinking a domestic decision you recently made together. This might be something simple such as a decorating issue. As an example, perhaps you chose one color scheme for your living room and now that it’s complete, you realize it was a bad idea. If this happened, you might have to make peace with the way it looks or take the financial hit and redo the living space so that you and your partner are happy with it.

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  Aquarius Horoscope JAN 20 – FEB 18

  While there might not be much happening in your love life, you are surely spending a great deal of time thinking about what you would like to happen. This will be a perfect week to pick up the phone and call an ex if you have something to say that you regret not saying. Obtaining closure will be essential in order for you to move forward. If you are in a relationship, then you and your sweetheart might talk about a financial matter until it’s resolved.

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  Pisces Horoscope FEB 19 – MAR 20

  You might still feel emotionally raw thanks to last Sunday’s Full Moon in your partnership sector. If there was a sensitive event between you and your lover, then this week you’ll want to rest and regroup. You might focus on self-worth issues a lot more this week. If you’re not happy in a relationship and you stayed too long, it may have been a reflection of believing you actually didn’t deserve better. Thankfully, you’ll begin to edit that unhealthy script.

   

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Weekly Astrology: March 13-19, 2017

Blast from the past

By Maria DeSimone

Weekly, Astrology

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Inspiration for the Week – You Are Never Far From The Light

a message from Archangel Gabriel channeled by Shanta Gabriel

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

The Gabriel Message Card for this week:

You are never far from the Light. It is as close as your breath.

Have you ever started to feel anxious and confused, and then noticed that you were not breathing?

Obviously our breath is a key to staying alive, but it also offers us an avenue for alignment. The yogis say that the Infinite Intelligence lives between our in-breath and out-breath.

Our breath is a powerful tool for becoming more calm, settling our mind and creating an alignment within us to our Divine Source. Often the confusion and anxious feelings we are experiencing are because we have separated from our need to breathe more deeply. The body can literally begin to believe it will not get enough oxygen to survive, which causes the anxious sensations. This is also a demonstration that we are out of present time, because in the future or past we forget to breathe.

It has become essential to my Well-being to sit in the Light of God’s Presence every day. For varying reasons, some days this is easier than others. The essential key that makes the difference between feeling suffused with Golden Light or ruminating over my life situation is my breath.

The full Gabriel Message below speaks about a Balanced Breath. This is simply breathing in for the same number of counts that you breathe out. It is a very basic tool for coming back into balance with yourself. This breath exercise is so simple you can do it in traffic or in line at the post office. It will help you feel much more centered and at ease.

The Balanced Breath exercise is very well known all over the world. In Hawaii it is known as the HA breath, which means the Breath of Life. When you can hold your breath for the same number of counts in between the inhalation and exhalation, it becomes a very simple, yet powerful meditation tool. This has been called the Square Breath, using the same number of counts to breathe in, hold, breathe out, hold.

Breathing in God’s Light and Wisdom every day is an essential practice for my Well-being. I know that it fulfills my purpose as a Light-bearer as well because when Divine Light is anchored through me into the Earth, it radiates into the world.

Divine Light becomes our link to higher dimensional realms when we can remember that God is with us always, as close as our next conscious breath.

Divine Presence,

Thank you for inspiring me through my in breath and my out breath. Thank you for helping me remember that I feel much more at peace when I slow down and breathe more deeply before continuing in my day.

I ask to feel this alignment with the Light of Divinity in every moment, with every breath. May all beings feel their connection to Source and live in Wellbeing with every breath they take. Thank you God. And so it is.

The Gabriel Messages #4

You are never far from the Light. It is as close as your breath.

Dear One,

Your breath is your connection to God. Breathing is the first thing you do when you arrive on the earth, and the last as you depart. Your breath feeds your body and mind the oxygen it needs to exist. Your breath also holds the power to create an expansion in your energy so you can be aware of your link to the Source of all life.

Divine Light is showering upon you at all times and it radiates from within your being to the world around you. This light holds the essence of peace and love. The more you are aware of your connection to this light, the happier you become.

There are times when you may feel alone and in turmoil because of situations in your life. It is at these times that breathing consciously and remembering the light of God will be helpful. When you pray to experience the power of your connection to the Divine Presence, you are opening a door in your mind to allow in more light. The more you open, the more you are flooded with light and love. Remember at these times that your breath is the key to opening this door.

Practice:

When you breathe in a conscious manner, taking in and releasing balanced breaths, it will compose your energy and allow you to focus on God. Continue to breathe and pray for greater awareness of Divine Presence in your life at all times. Ask to know your oneness with the Divine as you breathe deeply, and anxiety will drop away. It is difficult to be upset when you are breathing deeply and openly. Part of your anxiousness is caused from breathing very shallow breaths. Your body starts to fear that it won’t receive enough oxygen to live, so taking a few moments to breathe in a conscious way is very reassuring to your body as well as your mind.

As you inhale, imagine you are breathing in the light of God and allowing it to flow into every cell of your being. As you breathe out, imagine that you are releasing everything within you that is not of your highest good. Each breath renews you. As the light creates more clarity and focus, Divine Love brings you peace.

Remember that you are never alone. There are messengers from God in the form of Angels who are available always to bring you peace and guidance. You can call on Divine Light and ask to know personally your guiding Angelic presence. Prayer is always answered. You can ask for what you want to be or to have in your life, knowing that it will manifest in a form that is for your highest good. You can release to the Angels all that no longer serves you. Then give yourself time to breathe and receive the abundant level of love and wisdom carried by Divine Light.

Your life will change in miraculous ways when you remember:

You are never far from the Light. It is as close as your breath.