astral meanders August 28- September 3

In general:  The stressful Jupiter-Uranus-Pluto T-square that has been around all month is still affecting us this week. This configuration does not have to be negatively stressful however; it can also be stimulating, carrying the potential for personal achievement. With Mars in Leo  as we begin this week there's a dynamic  focused feel to the energy in general and it’s not just about hard work, there is also an element of fun. Mars conjuncts Neptune on the 3rd September making us feel that nothing is impossible and giving rise to spontaneous actions. We may feel impatient with our ordered routines and the desire for more excitement our life is strong. This transit favour’s fun and leisure activities like swimming, photography, arts, dance and theatre. It's not so good for everyday or routine matters. If you have a birthday this week then you can expect to have a year of stimulating activity and a good measure of fun! On the world scene the arts, sport and leisure activity could be in focus, but the unpredictable Uranus does still add a measure of stress to the picture. Locally, why not organise a fun event or get out and do something different!

Thought for the week: One should examine oneself for a very long time before thinking of condemning others.  ~Moliere


Aries

The last days of August could be quite passionate and full of energy for you guys. Every now and then however, you'll succeed in making your own oasis of pleasure and relaxation. You are motivated to learn new work skills or to improve your old skills and work output. There is more activity and communications with co-workers now.

Taurus

Taking on too many daily activities, communications, new interests or learning endeavours should be avoided now. Don't overwork yourself. Pleasure and enjoyment play an important part in your freedom of self-expression at the moment. You are likely feeling good in general, and you should spread the pleasure.

Gemini

This week you can enjoy happy moments together with a partner or you can simply have fun as much as you wish alone. It is a strong time for pleasure in general. However, with Saturn in Gemini's house of health, you should take extra care of yourself and treat any illness or other health issue seriously. 

Cancer

Your mind is particularly inquisitive during this cycle, when learning, short trips and other methods of communication and making contact with others, appeal strongly. This can be a very creative time, when you make the most of what you have. You do have good energy for new money-making projects, or for increasing current ones.

Leo

This is not the most action-packed time of year for you guys! This is however, an excellent week for confidence and physical vitality. You are able to stand your ground and assert yourself more than usual now.  Love affairs, new relationships and close friendships may also be stepped up during this phase.

Virgo

Tiredness will be felt this week and the immune system may be slightly weakened, so look after yourself. Current problems in your life may be overcome by bravery and a forthright approach to your life. There's nothing wrong with a bit of self-centeredness during this phase, but avoid pushing it too far.

Libra

Whilst you very likely will be feeling exhausted this week, extra rest can do wonders you. Creative activities could flourish now, such as poetry, art, acting, and other such similar undertakings. You are likely to need some solitude in order to get your thoughts together or to be intellectually productive now.

Scorpio

Your partner may go through a difficult period this week and will need your support. Your energy levels and sense of timing are good. You are feeling strong now and others tend to naturally follow your lead. You vigorously seek out new learning experiences and situations to help you grow!

Sagittarius

Friendship and mutual support will be in the foreground of your week. It'll be a period in which you'll socialize and have fun. You are probably doing some multi-tasking regarding career and business matters as well. Your predisposition during this cycle is to think about the "big picture".

Capricorn

You should find yourself on firmer ground this week and you could receive some recognition or an ego boost of some sort. You are open to expanding your knowledge base throughout this phase and communications with someone far away may well be part of the overall picture.

Aquarius

Try to avoid taking on more work than you can handle and getting lost in the minutiae and organization of your day-to-day life. If you've already taken on too much, you might be starting to feel the stress now. Health could act up as a consequence, and bitterness towards others could take form.

Pisces

You have some good energy at your disposal ready to step up a health and physical activity program. It could be difficult for you to work with others in a harmonious way during this time. If you are feeling angry, unfulfilled or restless, it would be wise to do something physical to channel this energy usefully.

Astral Peeks: The days of the week.

"Monday's Child is fair of face,
Tuesday's Child is full of grace,
Wednesday's Child is full of woe,
Thursday's Child has far to go,
Friday's Child is loving and giving,
Saturday's Child works hard for a living,
But the child born on the Sabbath Day,
Is fair and wise and good and gay."

The ancient Babylonians elected to establish their calendar around 7 days of the week, and each day matches to one of the seven "planets" visible to the naked eye.

Astrology pays more attention to the ruling planets in a natal chart. That is, the planet that rules the sign on your Ascendant and the planet that rules the sign of your Sun. For example, if your Ascendant is Aries, Mars is the ruling planet of your Ascendant since Mars is the natural ruler of Aries. If your Sun is in Taurus, then Venus is your Sun's ruling planet since Venus is the natural ruler of Taurus.

Meditation moments:

 Meditation is a skill which, with practice, enables you to soothe the mind and relax the body. When you work and study most of the time, it can be difficult to stop thinking about what you have done or need to do next! This mental tension is translated into the heart - resulting in feelings of anxiety and stress, and into the body - resulting in muscle tension, headaches and/or fatigue.

True relaxation relieves the mind, the heart and the body. Meditation is one way to achieve inner peace and to release tension. There are many types of meditation, so you may find the type that suits you best. It can even be done quickly, anywhere! When you deeply relax all parts of yourself, you feel refreshed and re-energised.

The following web site has a great guided meditation for help with exam or study stress! Try it. http://www.fragrantheart.com/cms/free-audio-meditations/self-esteem/easing-study-and-exam-stress