Astral meanders May 9-15 2012

In general: Mercury enters Taurus early on and a certain tedious quality to communications in general begins to permeate the next few weeks. If you don’t mind being patient and letting things occur as they will then this can work for you. Inspiration, imagination and spontaneity however are not too easy to come by now! With Mercury and Neptune shaking hands, and Mars and Pluto beginning to form our upcoming grand trine we may be equipped to clear out some clutter in our lives. Mother’s Day, sees the grand trine in earth signs forming proper and offering some intensely upbeat and positive energy. The Sun and Jupiter will also be conjunct for Mother’s Day, which will inspire us to get out of our ruts and appreciate life.  Venus goes retrograde in Gemini on May 15 for about six weeks, suggesting some re-evaluation or confirmation of what we want. If   you have a birthday this week then you comfortably look forward to a life affirming year ahead with many opportunities for fun. On the world scene expect some earth movements or other earth based shifts this week. Locally exercise your patient self and just enjoy the opportunity to re-evaluate.

Thought for the week: Breathe. Let go. And remind yourself that this very moment is the only one you know you have for sure. ~Oprah Winfrey

Aries

It’s easy to overspend this week so be on the alert! Some of you may seek financial advice this week too, which in fact will be very helpful at this time. It can also be difficult time for communications, particularly with loved ones so be extra careful that you are conveying the message you want to convey!

Taurus

The 12^th and 13^th are definitely the best days of the week for you guys and this being such a positive week, they are shaping up to be amazing! The 15^th begins the Venus retrograde period which can be difficult where long term contracts and finances are concerned.  With forethought and intelligence this is not a big issue.

 Gemini

This week and indeed most of May sees you laying the foundations for a successful future. Creativity and communication are highlighted in a very positive way for you guys. The 10^th and 11^th are great for contract signing. Overall this week will be a week of personal milestones and growth. Finances are looking good.

Cancer

Finances figure prominently now and you need to make some changes in the way you are thinking about them. Money matters should be working in your favour you just need to connect with them better.  You feel the need for more you time and perhaps even some more solitude and the universe is hearing you, something will come up to help you facilitate this!

Leo

There are victories, little successes and maybe even some surprising rewards around your career and personal goals this week and indeed into the rest of the month! Finances and property matters are highly favoured now and anything begun during this time has wonderful benefits for you.  The 13^th is very special.

Virgo

Your reputation is highlighted now and you will be noticed like it or not! Be careful that you are noticed in a way that makes you feel good! Avoid political discussions or anything that gets you fired up too much! If you feel the need to defend yourself in any way once again be careful just how you do this.

Libra

There are many changes occurring in the Libran world and it’s the stuff that makes you feel alive so embrace it! Relationships will improve and there is more energy and vitality in your interactions. Foundations for future travel and adventure are also being laid now! As you can see it’s a dynamic and exciting time!

Scorpio

It’s very likely that your work is being reshaped in a way that makes you appreciate it and enjoy it more! It’s an excellent time for new projects or education of any sort. Those you are close to should be listened to now as they have the key to your personal growth on a deep level and can hold that mirror up to you!

Sagittarius

You are in a great phase for partnerships now and as a pair you can achieve almost anything! Both physical and deep spiritual travels are on the agenda at the moment and your personal growth is soaring as a result! The things you have long talked about are beginning to become a reality and plans can honestly get moving.

Capricorn

The 13^th-16^th is excellent for just enjoying the ambience of life and for getting all kinds of good things done! This is the start of a very positive and hopeful phase for you guys that allows you to put your dreams into a place of reality. Children or those younger will also figure prominently and make you smile.

Aquarius

This week can be a bit of a reality check for you guys! You are beginning to see that you are not the person you have always projected just to please others!  This can be both liberating and challenging! You may feel more attached to your roots and ethnicity than ever and certainly a time to revisit this in the journey of self-discovery!

Pisces

This is an excellent time for any written, communicative or literary type projects. It seems that you will also have time to revisit some of the opportunities that you let slip away from you in the past twelve months. It’s worth rethinking some of them and launching into them again! Spending time in the country can be good for you.

 

Astral Peeks: Grand trine: May 10-16 – Grand Trine Kite aspect pattern

There are two important aspects here, Mars trine Pluto (which forms one side of the Grand Trine triangle), and Mars opposite Chiron and Neptune (which forms the spine of the Kite part).  Mars trine Pluto indicates our potential to make the intense Scorpio energy work in an affirmative way. As Mercury forms the Grand Trine with Mars and Pluto, it is our communication, opinions and awareness that can profit from this lesson. On May 13 when the Grand Trine Kite is at its closest, the Moon links in by conjoining Neptune and Chiron. This might be an especially powerful day, full of both challenging encounters and possible reward. The key is to voice your truth from the heart, but to do it in a way that is balanced.

Meditation Moments:  sigh

Sighing is a way to reduce stress. When we finally arrive somewhere or complete something, what is it that we naturally do? We sigh a breath of relief. Finally! We let go! In Neural Linguistical Programming (NLP), this is known as changing our state. Our state of mind is heavily dependent on what we tell ourselves and how we react to situations.

The seven sighs meditation

1. Sigh seven times and while you exhale release a satisfied “Ahhhh”!
2. As you release the breath feel the body let go and relax.
3. Make note of each sigh. Does it become longer? Slower? Deeper?
4. In the silence after you release the sigh rest and unwind further.
5. Once you have completed the Seven Sighs, breathe naturally.
6. With intention dedicate  some of your Seven Sighs practice  to releasing tension;
   a. Scan your body first for areas you may be storing tension.
   b. On the exhalation, breathe the "Ahhhh...." into the tense areas.
   c. Consciously relax the spot while sighing.