astral meanders June 13-19 2012

In general: This week Venus shows herself as Morning Star, now she will illuminate the predawn sky, rising just before the Sun. On June 19th a second Gemini New Moon arrives.
It is interesting indeed when just before the Winter Solstice a second New Moon in Gemini occurs. Life is about adaptability now. Our natural curiosity will be augmented, and we’ll likely want to find something new and hearty to satisfy it. If you have a birthday this week then your year ahead will feature many Gemini happenings, like communication, education and group activities. On the world scene it’s a time of chaos and a little confusion generally. Expect some unexpected weather conditions or natural phenomenon. Locally why not get up early and be dazzled by Venus!

Thought for the week: Beauty is not in the face; beauty is a light in the heart. ~Kahlil Gibran

Aries

The latter half of this week could easily see you busy with community, neighbourly or other charitable work. You seem more than usually keen to help out. Short journeys are also very likely to be a feature at this time and many of you will be inclined to look for more stimulation through education, a new hobby or sporting activity.

Taurus

It’s a good week for you with more chances to boost self-confidence and self-esteem. More money making opportunities are also on the cards and together all these things make you feel much better, nay very pleased about yourself! Some of you will be getting ready to make a rather large purchase. It’s a great time to do it!

 Gemini

A positive week for Gemini with many helpful opportunities coming your way!  Your creativity is heightened and your charisma is at a peak so it’s not a time to be hiding at home! Relationships are the star at the moment with lots of good energy for sharing and caring about. Communication activities are highly favoured.

Cancer

A few curve balls have been thrown your way recently but the latter half of this week sees some positive surprises instead! Loved ones will be particularly helpful. It’s your resilience and strength that will keep a smile on face now though, as you deal with all the demands made upon your time and energy.

Leo

The folk around you at the moment seem extra touchy so it’s a wise Leo who holds their tongue. At least be careful in the words you choose to use! It’s an excellent time for letting go of unwanted personal baggage too so some quiet time to sort through your thoughts and motives is probably in order.

Virgo

You are in the midst of a wonderful period for career advancement. Expansion and better general satisfaction are on the cards for work related matter. You do however need to be careful of very officious attitude at the moment and just how others perceive this! Try a more relaxed and gentle approach!

Libra

Overall this is a wonderful period for Libra. Appreciation on the work front, pleasant romantic moments and travel opportunities are all a part of the generally optimistic picture now. You should be sensing a positive rebirth of kinds with lots of new ideas and activities to keep you smiling and interested.

Scorpio

Progress in all matters is the name of the game this week and while some career based issues will take until July to really peak you will notice real improvement and movement this week! You are most definitely making [progress so do not be put off by some minor time delays. Stay focused for best results.

Sagittarius

Partnership[s of any kind are favoured now but it is not the best time to formalise any partnership arrangements until after mid-August so just enjoy the meetings and the creative or romantic flow for the time being. With Jupiter in Gemini you will be noticing a general increase in talk, text and email activity!

Capricorn

Issues with authority figures on the 12^th can make things less than perfect for you this week but it is in your hands; you can be less outspoken so work on that! You could do with taking some time out to renew your energy and enthusiasm as you are feeling restless and tired at this time. Give yourself a little holiday if you can.

Aquarius

Romance and creative projects are highlighted this w eek and there seems to be a great deal of energy and activity around these areas. It’s a feel good time for you guys and there is a lot to smile about. Don’t let yourself get bogged down in any serious thoughts of what you think others expect of you, just enjoy.

Pisces

The energy around you is speeding up now and will continue to do so for some time, it’s a last quick attempt for you to get organised before the real chaos sets in! Attend to those things that are really necessary first and then you can get around to everything else with some sort of organised flow. If you’re prepared all will go well.

 

Astral Peeks: Winter Solstice

Thursday, 21 June 2012, 09.09am EST.

The Pagan celebration of Winter Solstice (also known as Yule) is one of the oldest winter celebrations in the world. This is a turning point, a point of change, where the tides of the year turn. At this time of the year, no matter how cold it may be, there is a glimmer of spring in the distance. The shortest day of the year has come and the next festival on the calendar is Imbolc, which marks the beginning of spring. At Yule, homes are decorated with evergreen, non-deciduous trees, and gifts are given to all family members and all who pass the threshold to symbolise the gift of new growth and possibility that has been bestowed upon the Earth. A good time to do workings for peace, harmony, love, and increased happiness.

Meditation Moments:  Warming Meditation.

Focus on your breathing, slow, steady and abdominal. Your belly should expand rhythmically with each inhale and shrink with each exhale. Imagine a warm, colored light radiating up from the ground, make the light a warm colour such as orange, yellow or red. Start with your feet. Imagine that the light is moving through each foot, one at a time, over each part and each toe. Imagine the light is moving up through your body slowly, one body part at a time. Have it go through your ankles, your calves, you knees and your thighs. Let visualized warm light radiate throughout your whole body. Concentrate harder and longer on the body parts closest to your core. Visualize your limbs first, your hands and arms after your legs and feet, arriving at last to your head and trunk. Visualize the warm light within the core of your body, flowing through each organ. Breathe in the warm light with each inhale, and get rid of any cold energy with each exhale. With practice, meditation to make you feel warmer will only take a few minutes. Feel yourself getting warmer to the point of feeling hot. Imagine sweat beads forming on your brow. Place the warm light inside of your chest to stay there and keep your warm. Slowly open your eyes.

Bev can be contacted via email: insightbevmurray@yahoo.com or at the Wellbeing Centre Yamba