Shakti Girl

AVOID DRAMA IN ROMANCE

2011-10-10T10:24:00.001-07:00

We're coming into a square configuration between MARS in Leo and VENUS/MERCURY in Scorpio, October 20 through November 1.

For those of you involved in the dating scene, note that this sassy, sexy combo can get you into trouble by opting for too much intrigue.

Mars in Leo, bold, direct and confident, also loves a hint of glamour and a touch of class, but boy, can we give out an air of self-importance. Venus/Mercury in Scorpio, on the other hand, loves to create mystique, keep the other person guessing by not being direct about our feelings and communicating them honestly.

The bottom line - Beware of Creating Drama!

With this dynamic duo, we can completely OBSESS over what is running through our minds, and as a result pull our emotions all over the place, because we are in fact, busy trying to stay in CONTROL at all costs!

If you can view all of this as a 'dance' - if you can laugh at how much energy you might be investing in wanting to keep the upper hand, and be in charge, you should ride through this one just fine!

Navaratri (Sept 28-Oct 6)

2011-09-28T14:36:00.000-07:00

Today begins the 9 day celebration to the Goddess, in Hindu culture, known as NAVARATRI. I think it's so great to have holidays in which the Goddess is honored and worshipped in different cultures.

The first THREE days are devoted to the warrior Goddess, Durga and her three various incarnations as Kumari, Parvati and Kali.

If you desire the courage to overcome difficulty, it is very powerful at this time to pray or chant to the Goddess Durga.

The following THREE days are devoted to the Goddess of Wealth and Prosperity, Lakshmi. If your desire is to attract blessings for abundance, it is very powerful at this time to pray and/or chant to Goddess Lakshmi and make an offering at a temple or place of worship.

The final three days are devoted to the Goddess of Knowledge, Saraswati. If you desire assistance in writing, studying, or in eloquence of speech, it is very powerful at this time to pray and/or chant to the Goddess Saraswati.

May you cherish and enjoy this special celebration.

Namaste.

Guru Purnima - July, 2011

2011-07-11T19:50:00.001-07:00

Guru Purnima - July 15, 2011

Guru Purnima is a celebration of the the role of the Guru (spiritual teacher) in our lives. Richly attended throughout India, this spiritual holiday takes place each year on the Full Moon in the month of July.

The sage, Vyasa, who compiled the Vedas, the Mahabharata and the Puranas, is honored on this day, which is said to be his birthday. Believed to be one of the greatest Gurus of all time, he also wrote extensively of the significance of the guru-disciple tradition.

Guru Purnima puja (a sacred ceremony) is performed in the traditional way of waving lights to the image of the Guru, as the removal of darkness (ignorance and suffering) and the bestower of light.

Swami Yogananda Paramahamsa, author of Autobiography of a Yogi says: "A true guru is not an ordinary teacher, but one who has attained union with God and is therefore qualified to lead others to that goal.

The Sanskrit scriptures describe the guru as "dispeller of darkness" (gu, "darkness," and ru, "that which dispels.") The role of the Guru is to help his disciples find liberation in God through a very personal spiritual bond formed between Guru and disciple, a union of loyal spiritual endeavor on the part of the disciple and divine blessings bestowed by the Guru. In the Bhagavad Gita, Arjuna stands as a the symbol of the ideal devotee, the perfect disciple".

Dissatisfaction

2011-06-19T18:39:00.000-07:00

With the major 'yin' aspects of Neptune in Pisces and Jupiter in Taurus, taking place this Summer, along with the 'yang' aspects of Pluto being in square to Uranus, don't be surprised if you're experiencing boredom and distraction, or at the very least, feeling somewhat undirected. At the other end of the spectrum, we may be wrestling with a feeling of ongoing dissatisfaction.

The question is, "How Can We Change This?" In my opinion, there's not one answer fits all. Always, always, always, meditation and tuning in with oneself helps but....there could be more to it than that. First things first. How about sitting quiety and placing your attention of what you're experiencing. What does it feel like and where does it come from? You may need to do this a few times, especially if this practice makes you feel really uncomfortable, which also tells you that you're in the right place, so to speak.

If you're dealing with emotions, you'll feel better once you express them. Don't underestimate how empowered and clear you will feel once you've expressed the emotions you're holding inside. In her book, Attitude Reconstruction, Jude Bijou gives direct, hands-on tips for expressing emotions. Go to her website and take a quick questionnaire, which will help you identify the emotion which is currently up for you -
http://www.attitudereconstruction.com/

If you're dealing with busy mental activity, doing yoga stretching or other physical activity which requires breathing deeply and turning your attention inward will help you become centred and connected to yourself. Going for a walk and getting fresh air can help, but it's best to keep your attention turned within.

If you're experiencing a lot of negative thinking, select an affirmation which addresses the situation and repeat it constantly. Don't let up until you notice a change. In her book, You Can Heal Your Life, Louise Hays gives great information and suggestions about changing negative thinking patterns. If you're a meditator, mantra repetition is extremely effective in changing negative thinking patterns.

If you're feeling isolated, just being around others in a social setting can help. Look in your local newspaper to see which classes you can attend on a drop in basis and choose one which is likely to lift your spirits and help you feel connected. Don't be afraid to try something new!

If you're feeling at a total crossroads in life, spiritual assistance is the way to go. Always make it a practice to reach out for Divine assistance. Pray, meditate, ask for guidance. Train yourself to really 'listen'. Listening takes place in the heart! The experience of Divine discontent, has an important place on the spiritual path. It points us toward going deeper in our spiritual practices and can help us become aware of a deep longing to experience God.