More than a Valentine's Day Wish

Love defined is the intense feeling of deep affection for another person or living thing.  There are many different forms of love, the love given to a partner, a child, a friend, a stranger in need.  Each and every living being and animal that shares this existence with us offers an opportunity to express your love.  There is also another form of the love.  One that is so often forgotten and yet most important; this love is the love given to oneself.

Take a moment and reflect on the wonder of your life with all of its complexities, your friends and the loved ones you are so fortunate to share this existence with.  Utilize this day set aside for “love” (not with material goods) by sharing your presences.  Share your life’s experience by showing the love you have for others, without measure.  For the individuals that hold a special place in your heart, confirm your affection for them today.  Then take it one step further to allow this sentiment to be expressed each and every day of the year through a special gesture or word. 

Just as important, do not forget the opportunity to spread your love to strangers which you meet along your path.  There are many among us that are alone and in need of a loving gesture no matter how small.  Create a ripple effect that is generated by one small gesture or one small action of love. 

Today should be the beginning of an endless expression.  Regularly, do something meaningful for your loved ones without the requirement of a special day.  Express your love in your own special way on a day that they would never expect anything special of you.  Become spontaneous and act on that little whim that surfaces from time to time.  These unprompted moments of unplanned action are the special moments.

February 14 is a day celebrated by many lovers but if you were to take the time to read the legends, you may questions why as the story does not have such a happy ending.

We should celebrate love, romantic or otherwise, every day.  Life itself is a celebration of love and we share this planet in one degree or another with every living thing in existence--even plant life thrives when shown love.  The magnificence of this life carries with it love in many shapes and forms.  We simply need to open up to the beauty and love that is generated around us on a continuous basis, each and every day!

As you reach out today take time to reflect on the love that surrounds you and then on what you can do to express and be a part of this beautiful and natural process.  Love each other without exception.  Give special thanks for the love that encompassed you.  Never lose sight of the importance and deep ingrained meaning that life provides.  Release the love that is generated from within.  It will be returned tenfold.  Everything has a beginning.  Why not nurture this natural process of love and allow it to grow, first from within and then to overflow.

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TRANSITING URANUS IN OPPOSITION TO NATAL URANUS IN ASTROLOGY

Since we are in the sign of Aquarius and the ruling planet of Aquarius is Uranus, we thought we would discuss the opposition Uranus makes to itself around the age 40-42.  This post applies to many of our readers, as many are in this age group.  It is considered to be a very significant aspect in your Natal Chart and a turning point in life’s direction.  When deciphering this aspect, please take into consideration the placement of Uranus in your Birth Chart by house, as well as the house transiting Uranus is moving through.  These houses signify the areas of life that are being awakened to new and exciting possibilities in your life.

This is a period of major transitions in life, known by many as the mid-life crisis, when you have a strong feeling that you only have a short time to live your former life, as a new horizon is just around the next corner.  This is the time when people resort to buying that new flashy automobile, or have that fling as they believe that life is about to change and they do not want to miss anything.  This does not imply that most people will resort to this type of behaviour, only that if one is not satisfied to this point, they may reach out for something new and exciting.  The misunderstanding with this is that these individuals think that they can find satisfaction in their life from the outside world, rather than looking inside for the answers.

Often people feel that life’s shortcomings or what they think is missing in life has to be obtained now as time is running short.  This is a misconception and far from reality, as they are only just beginning the second half of life.  The first half consisted of external motivation, such as career, the building of resources and focusing on the material side of life and getting ahead in a worldly way.  The second half of life which is now beginning to materialize when one will be forced to go within to face oneself and to start to make alterations to what is important for their own personal life.

Many experience a sudden change in direction, such as moving out of a long term marriage or occupation with the hopes that they can quench this thirst that is occurring in their lives.  Once again, they are looking outside for answers and jumping.  The nature of Uranus is to jump and seek out personal freedom of expression.  This period suggests a climax and honest look at life’s direction--where it is now and where you want to take it.  People often spend long hours reviewing their lives and what they have accomplished.  Some make radical changes with the hope of finding meaning in their lives.  Others try to make something new of themselves through as vocational changes, change of residence, new friends and acquaintances.

The direction in life is often unclear during this phase and what lies ahead can be frightening, but much depends on your life’s attitude, your belief structures and what matters to you.  It may be time to turn that corner in your life; to open yourself to new horizons and to objectively face who you truly are.  The changes that occur are often considered radical and often present themselves in quick and sudden exchanges.  Move forward in your new direction, but take your time and be sure you are making appropriate changes to your life that not only appeal to you but corroborate with the good of the whole.

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Security

Within there is an internal networking where we can go too to find security.  There are many individuals that believe they can find a measure of security from external sources.  Many believe that security is found in success and with the rewards success can supply.  Financial rewards are often the offspring of material advancement and many people hold such great significance on these achievements. 

There are those that judge others according to the name they have made for themselves or the position gained in their life’s profession.  People are gauged by what they own and by the clothes hanging in their closet.  Is this recognition not superficial?  There are those that are impressed by intellect and the ability to express one’s self.  They measure life solely by the schooling or training received.

Material security can supply us with less “survival” worries but although these acquired material goods for some bring a sense of achievement, this sense is usually quite short lived.  That brand new vehicle may be a joy to tour in and the new home may be a source of pride, but the car is only new for so long and ultimately it gets you from point A to point B.  The house truly is only a place to protect you and keep you warm. 

What is actually needed to accomplish security?  At some point, material rewards become pleasures of the past and no longer hold the relevance and enjoyment they originally did.

There is a sense of self worth that comes from achievement.  Perhaps even more relevant is the time taken and the work completed to reach this culmination point.  Does this not build confidence?  True security comes from within and cannot be established through material rewards or even hard work and its achievements.  

The greatest rewards come from working on self and being aware of the advancement taking place on an internal level.  Spiritual achievement is not something that is achieved by balancing the books on your finances, but through balancing the books of your life.  Living your life according to the standards you wish to attain within the framework of that which you truly are holds a more rewarding outcome.  Security comes from knowing that you are pursuing the right path.  You obtain a feeling for what is right for you as life progresses and living within these guidelines requires effort and the knowledge that the individual you are striving to bring to the surface actually resides within.

Security cannot be measured, but it slowly develops with each step you take to bringing yourself closer to your true essence – our source.  Our true essence is composed of compassion, happiness, trust and above all else love.  You just need to understand that the door to your heart, to love, is always open; and as you progress in your spiritual development, security is a by-product that matures without any application on your part.  It just happens.

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Astrology's Moon in Aquarius

As we are current influenced by the sign of Aquarius, we thought we would look at how the Moon would affect those with the lunar placement of Aquarius.  The Moon, as defined by Master Astrologer Noel Tyle, is our reigning need.  The sign placement of the Moon at birth will define this need and characterize the individual.  This description will also apply to those individuals with Sun in Aquarius, Moon or Sun in the eleventh house, and/or the Ascendant in Aquarius.

These individuals are considered very observant and will spend countless hours trying to define what drives other people, and why they react to outside stimuli the way they do.  Most influenced by Aquarius will feel that they are different somehow, and in many cases, they are.  They walk their own walk and talk their own talk, unashamed of their uniqueness and their apparent individualistic mindset.

They are idealistic and progressive thinkers and many Aquarians are emotionally detached.  Many would believe that anxieties are linked to fear and emotional sensitivities that lead to fear do not exist for most Aquarians.  This belief structure is particularly noticeable when they offer advice to those that are extremely emotional.  Aquarians would offer intellectual solutions and a direct approach that sometimes renders them distant and emotionally unavailable.

There is a marked need for freedom and independence throughout life which would be more apparent in the early years when they somehow knew they were different.  In their early years, they may have preferred to remain by themselves although most are social and capable to communication on a wide variety of subjects.  In youth, they may have been prone to temper tantrums and never did well in emotionally messy situations.  This would also be true as they age and are maturing.  They are proficient at handling other people’s anxieties and can offer advice that may lift others out of their conundrum, but may lose touch with their own emotional barriers.

Most are kindhearted and compassionate individuals who genuinely care and wish to assist.  They make loyal and trustworthy companions and do well in groups and organizations where people of like-minds can absorb their innate knowledge.  They are eccentric in their nature but can always assist in furthering everyone else’s potential growth.  Many Aquarius individuals are considered very unreliable when it comes to the so called little details in life.  They are focused on the big picture and are always plunging forward in search of new horizons and adventures to enhance life and enrich the lives of those around them.

               

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Our Path

Am I on track?  Is my path predestined?  Will I know when I am off track? 

Next time you meditate, ask definition of whom you are.  Go to the higher sources and make this request known.  At first, the answer may come in a brief response; clear with just a few words.  Perhaps the answer will consist of only one word, but keep up this pursuit and continually present the question to open self to dialogue without interfering with the response.  It will come perhaps in small segments, perhaps in a much bigger picture, but it will come.  Be patient as the inner source will provide the answer to those who are serious.  It may not be the answer you are looking for.  It will, however, surely be something that needs to come to your attention.

Many of us ponder the question, “Am I on track?”  After digging into “who am I”, and obtaining some guidance with this question, you also begin to uncover your mission.  Your mission is linked to who you are.  If you question your mission, you also question who you are.  You are always on track with your quest even when you still have questions.  Your purpose and how you link up with your destiny is uncovered gradually as life unfolds.  Many of us do not understand our mission, but we willing proceed as life opens doors.  It will happen, but often times not when you think you are ready, or when you feel the time is right.  You cannot lose faith.  If you do, you are running with your ego’s sense of impatience and are putting too much focus on what “you” believe you were born to do.  This only interferes with your true mission.

If you question, you still do not understand.  Once you truly know, there is no question.  It is only then that you move forward at a rate of speed that is suited for you as you are a unique individual.  There is no rushing.  The path will be unlocked when you are ready to move forward.  This may be upsetting to the ego, but you must understand that the forces that mediate the process know our level of understanding and know precisely when to open the next door. 

Life is a quest to live though true love and to learn this without question.  You have always known this instinctively.  There are many forms of love and many lessons to help us learn and recognize this.  As we do learn our life lessons, we will not be surprised as we slowly uncover our truths.

Will you know when you are off track?  Most certainly!  There is no doubt about it.  You will get little nudges throughout life that push you and makes you think about your life’s direction and what you need to do to get back on track again.  Do you intentionally have to move back onto your path?  It is highly suggested that you do as this is your purpose.  Some choose not to follow the path of least resistance and choose a path with obstacles and challenges.  The end result is still the same.  Spirit insists that you learn what you have come to learn and subconsciously you agree whether or not you are aware of it.  It is best to follow the clear and least obstructive path, but many choose to alter the direction and in so doing, learn difficult lessons along the way.  Without doubt, we all gain great insight through the struggles.

If life tables the occasional difficulty, we may stumble but continue on hardly noticing the interruption.  However, when life tables several issues or conditions, your response can create stress and you can allow yourself to be overwhelmed.  Take a good look around you and review what is going on.  There are undoubtedly many conditions that you are responding to in a stressful way, and as a result of your response, you are deeply affected on one level or another.  Step back and have an honest look.  The simple act of reflecting can ease this stress.

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Toxic Relationship

Toxic relationships that just seem to drain you of your virtues and essence do not have to be forever. If you find yourself in a relationship that is damaging you emotionally and perhaps even physically, why would you feel that you must stay? You must examine the “why” behind this thinking. You must be truthful to yourself. Is the relationship worth being infuriated, emotionally drained or int...imidated? Have you physically been pushed around? Even just one physical encounter is unacceptable.

Relationships can produce unhealthy conditions that must be discarded to preserve your inner self. In many instances, those being crushed by hurtful remarks or physical control are too afraid or not confident enough to walk away. The idea of being alone or financially burdened or even the fear of retaliation jails some people in stagnant or violent relationships. Some individuals remain because they feel they deserve to be punished.

You have to ask yourself, “Am I happy?”. Once again be honest with your response. If the answer is no, take your questioning a little further. Am I unhappy due to my expectations of my partner or am I unhappy due to abnormal conditions in my relationship?

Perhaps there are children subject to these abnormal occurrences. Do they watch violence or depression due to circumstance? Do they believe that abuse, either physical or mental, is normal in relationships due to their experiences? Do not allow these enormous atrocities to weigh heavily on these innocent lives.

These little ones when subject to this level of animosity and hatred will carefully decipher the words being used and the actions being taken on a totally different level than you or I do. You are providing these little minds with information and teaching them a distorted concept of right, wrong and “normal”. If you raise them under adverse conditions and they see you infuriated, stressed, depressed on a regular basis, you are embedding these conditions as “normal” for their futures.

If the relationship is beyond healing or if you remain in this relationship for your children, perhaps it is time to review your priorities. If you are being verbally abused or physically assaulted, love yourself enough to step away. You and your family deserve to be happy.

Never give up on life, regardless of what the mind infers. Know that if you are willing to take the first step to help yourself, regardless of how painful that first step is, the possibilities are endless. Any thoughts of retribution or denial or even thoughts of self-worthlessness will need to be examined, perhaps with a professional.

Stand tall and make your move. Do not give up or resort to permanent solutions for temporary conditions. There is a future that is awaiting you, but before you can move forward, you have to let go of the past.

You are equipped with great strength and have a full reservoir of love and happiness reserved in “your name”. Move out of illusion and into reality. Believe you can do it. Happiness comes from within and the door is wide open. Walk through. Do not surrender yourself. You were born to soar! Allow this to happen.

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