Is that a world I see out there, or is that simply more of me?I recall a conversation I had with a well-known astrologer years ago who claimed that he was often omitted from the guest lists of social events in his community. When I asked him why, his response was, "I see." His answer struck me, first of all because he was asserting a superiority that he believed he held over others and secondly because he also believed that he could project onto the world anything other than himself.
Granted, competent astrologers do have an uncommon understanding of how others are psychologically constituted. Equipped with an objective frame of reference for interpreting human behavior, such as astrology, one can gain a substantial sense of where individuals are coming from through this knowledge. The objective frame of reference that the astrological lens supplies offers astrologers the potential to get out of their way by removing any subjective preconceptions. It is then possible to witness the energies of a birth chart coming alive through the externalization of an individual's self-force.
By applying a thorough knowledge of the nature of the chart's energies and relating it to one's perception of another person's actions, a non-biased understanding of what that person is doing and what motivates them to do it is possible.
Of course, astrologers are not astrologers all the time. They have personal histories and likes and dislikes they have acquired along the way. They may be able to go to a neutral space of consciousness while they are at work; however, they are not going to stay in neutral every moment of every day. Their personal history will emerge with all of the prejudicial opinions they have collected along the way and they will no longer see others as microcosmic systems of energy. Instead, they will see a reflection of their own chosen karmic path. Their reaction to what is being mirrored back to them will show them how near or far they are from the gateway to their own private heaven.
What a great opportunity it is to be here on the Earth and to be enriched by the stories we watch on the screen of our reality. How enlightening it is to know that those stories are playing out to contribute to our own advancement. How connected it is possible to feel to the entire universe, once it becomes clear that every soul that shows up in the mirror that each of us perceives as the world-at-large is contributing to our further education
There was a school of philosophy called solipsism, which presented the concept that we cannot be certain of the existence of anything apart from what exists in our mind. Recently, when I was in Australia and a guest for lunch at a friend's house, I listened as the partner of my host explained to me her philosophy, which went even further, I believe, than that. Her claim was that nothing was real, nothing had any meaning and nothing mattered. Life was all a great, big mistake.
Was she discussing life in general, or was she talking about her relationship to her own life?
I believe I am always in error when I make sweeping generalizations. The universe I have come to realize is one where there are 'different strokes for different folks' and where 'one person's food is another person's poison.' Two people can be sitting adjacent to one another observing the same event, yet perceiving it in totally different ways. For what they are really seeing is another layer of their multi-dimensional self that can extend as far and as deep as one dares to go. It can go as far as an encounter with a being from another world that may appear in the image of an ET creature, but is, in actuality, oneself--in a future time on a higher plane in a larger context.
The answers I receive from life are going to be based on the questions I ask. There were times when I did not even know that I was asking a particular question. Later, as the answer came, I realized that it was another step to a destiny I am impelled to reach in my lifetime and toward a realization about my life journey that holds great value for me.
My response to the lady in Australia was that human beings, equipped with an 'earth suit' that by and large gives each of us common ground in observing and interpreting physical reality, have agreed to go through the experience we call life. That alone gives this experience meaning. Billions of souls have focused everything they are and could be on an experience that gives them the freedom to explore their consciousness while setting limits on that freedom until they can perfect their ability to manage the powerful universal forces that are alive within them. How could anyone say life on Earth has no meaning? The opportunity to transform cosmic power into practical action that yields lasting, tangible results certainly seems meaningful to me--as the looking glass of life functions to provide us with the unique opportunity to see ourselves clearly, free of preconceived assumptions and all personal desires.
The Sun enters the Aries Sky on March 20-21The zodiac is a continuum. After each sign has made its contribution, the wheel of life comes full circle and returns to the part of the sky that represents the energy we identify as Aries. Just as the spring rain brings the promise that something fresh and more wonderful can materialize in the natural world, life is invigorated when Aries is prevailing again. At its very best, Aries represents an irresistible force of nature and the resiliency of an unconquerable spirit.
New Forecast for this Time PeriodThe Sun will be in Aries for thirty one days.
Aries: This is your time and with the Sun and Venus moving through your sign, you are riding the crest of the wave and looking good doing it. These are also tough times for the planet although in most places, life goes on as if each day was the same as the one that came before. The human race's desire for stability is what keeps life on Earth in place. Still, today is not the same as yesterday and your sign knows it, for you live each moment as if the moment is all there is. This is why Aries is so powerful. You give the present everything you have to give, which is the essence of a creative life. Arians receives the light the universe sends them without any resistance, they respond to it spontaneously and they immediately translate it into some form of creative action. Therefore, Aries, you have the potential to become the clearest channel and to help the rest of us understand what is happening in the world. Not what the newspaper and television folks report but what is REALLY going on and this is the time when you are going to become a lot more vocal in your opinions.
Taurus: You have never been more focused on world events as you are now. Why is that? Well, Taurus is the money sign and money seems to be a concern to many people these days, such as those who have lost some, fear they could be losing some if they do not protect themselves or those who always seem to come up short. You may discover that you fit into all three categories. 1) You played the Stock Market and did not get out in time, 2) you are buying gold and silver to replace the coin of the realm and 3) no matter how much you have, it is never enough for you. That all makes you sound greedy and since the Sun and Venus fall in your solar twelfth house this month, greed appears to be both your secret pleasure and your nemesis. You may be talking to a lot of people about your financial situation over the next month and it is best to prepare yourself for what you are about to hear. Your relationship with money is tied in with your sense of what YOU feel you deserve. So work harder than ever and give all you have without running the meter and counting the cost. Then you will see that the real poverty is stinginess and the real wealth in life is sharing yourself in an openhearted way with a generous spirit and a peaceful mind.
Gemini: You could use a change of scene in the month to come. Of course, you could always do with a change of any kind. It is just that now that need for change seems to be imperative. You have been paying too much attention to what other people have to say and it has left you in a state of confusion. Go somewhere new and exciting and open up to information that offers positive solutions to your current dilemma, instead of allowing yourself to be pulled in so many different directions. You can incorporate spiritual truth that previously was hidden from you and, as a result, embrace a larger picture of your place in the universe. After you have internalized and integrated the information, your true calling as a communicator can be put to use almost immediately. If you exercise restraint, your words can take on a power they never had before. Instead of chattering away, spouting every diffusive thought that pops out of your head, you can reserve your verbal skills for the really important information and people will listen to you and respect what you have to say, which is exactly what you have always wanted.
Cancer: You are a magnet for every piece of juicy information that is hot off the press. Take notes but do not take them too seriously. Most of what you are hearing is drivel that is without any basis in fact. Instead, prepare to give us your version, as that comes a lot closer to the truth than anything currently in print. Members of this sign group are tuning in to the undercurrents beneath the face of things and revealing sub plots that are too fantastic not to be true. Certainly Moonchild, you believe the content of the transmissions coming through, as you start changing your life to accommodate the new images. Many people think Cancers are homebodies who play house almost all the time. While home is definitely important to this sign, Cancerians love to roam. This month you may be surprised as to where your destiny takes you, if you are not already there. How do you know if you have arrived? Once you are transforming the life of everyone you meet, consider yourself on track.
Leo: You love to shine and this month your words can travel round the world. There is a condition though--they have to be your words. No one can enhance a simple statement and turn it into a brilliant oratory the way your sign can. If the entire world is a stage, then it was made for someone like you. You are the actor par excellence, the potent creative artist who thrives on attention and intends to command it at every opportunity. Some Leos deny their power to fill up the space with their energy and monopolize the moment, as if they were apologizing for being so self-aware, so confident and so capable of projecting their persona. Now it is time to let go of all inhibitions. You have waited too long to tell your truth and if there are any objections, dismiss them. Many envy your authority and your courage; however, you are merely being who you are. You know as well as anyone that you never want to be anyone else.
Virgo: You are unusually sympathetic to the people entering your life, so it is just as well that your current scenario places you here today and gone tomorrow. You would not want to overdo your solicitous acts of human kindness, as you are often in danger of giving too much. One person in particular, that special one in your life, knows your whereabouts at all times but it is unlikely that they will tell anyone. Chances are you are hard at work either planning to save the world or actually doing something about it. You just do not feel good about yourself until you are making a difference and helping to make the planet--in some way--function more efficiently. You not only want to, you have to. Things are all messed up and you cannot stand it. Thank God we have your sign--without you, Virgo, the mess would be beyond treatment. Now that ought to make you feel needed.
Libra: You are eager for new opportunities, especially in your career, and you may be exhibiting some uncharacteristically assertive behavior to make sure no one gets in line ahead of you. You are tired of always being so nice and so polite and ending up with sloppy seconds, or even worse, with the booby prize. This time you want first prize--the summation of all your hopes and dreams that you have paid endless dues to obtain. If someone comes along who can grant you access to the winner's circle, ask them what they want from you in return and then give it to them. You know you can really do just about anything, yet you are never sure you can until you meet someone who believes in you. You may be a little bit burned out on relationship but do not throw in the towel. Someone is ready to bring excitement and change into your life and that is exactly what your soul is craving.
Scorpio: Your powerful energies are channeled into the work area this month and you are having a great time stirring things up. Your sign thrives in a time of crisis and loves nothing more than a challenge. It is when all is quiet and still that you fold up your tent and disappear into the abyss. Not this time. There is plenty happening for someone like you with people all around you freaking out while you remain a tower of strength, assisting them in breaking through their resistance. This is what you have always wanted--to be the rescue squad and save the souls of those who have lost their way. It is a role you fulfill beautifully and it helps to move you into being at your best. In the next few years, you will have many experiences that are sure to empower you in the field of human relationships and give you a sense of security in dealing with other people that you always hoped you would one day have.
Sagittarius: Last month, the forecast for your sign blew open some doors by suggesting that everything you thought you knew was wrong. This month, you are about to learn the real truth and then comprehend why you did not know it before. Once you have the whole truth and nothing but, you will be motivated as never before to go out there and let the world know how to break their chains and climb up the ladder to freedom. Now freedom is a tricky thing--one can have too much of it and drift aimlessly. Your sign, however, is all about taking aim at a worthwhile target and currently you are aiming for the pinnacle of what it is possible to attain. You know that to have the abundance and success you long for, freedom has to be balanced with responsible commitment. So the place you are moving toward now is where the truth remains the same even though the play and the cast of characters change. That is a place we call eternity and for you, it is a lot closer than you may think.
Capricorn: You generally feel more secure standing on solid ground in familiar territory, operating with the tried and true methods that have proven themselves over the years. Only now, you are growing increasingly receptive to the subtle changes taking place both in your everyday world and the world-at-large. One might expect you would be the last to concede the need for a major overhaul since you normally think in terms of permanence. Only now, deep down inside, the creative fire is alive in you and you can no longer settle for just supporting the status quo. The question--and the challenge--then becomes, "How much do you let go of in order to make room for innovative strategies, systems and programs that have yet to be tested." There is always the risk of banking on something that is not going to make it, however, if you do not take the risk, you are in danger of coming up short and swimming in a sea of mediocrity. For someone with your standards of excellence that will never do.
Aquarius: You have been so respectful in your attitudes toward the rest of the human race and you wait for a consensus before acting with full force. It might work better, however, not just for you but for everyone else concerned, if you go ahead and follow your impulses. You are several steps ahead of the crowd, so waiting for them to process and integrate what you already have down cold is senseless. We no longer have the luxury of time to wait before the entire population wakes up (or should we say grows up.) Some of us can move forward and emerge into a brave new world while the rest of us will still be riding out the last wave. You are cool and controlled enough to demonstrate admirable patience in deference to the folks who seem to resist moving on, yet patience has its limits and this month you are about to reach it. The good news is that once you break away, you never look back.
Pisces: You can charm the birds out of the trees, hold your own in almost any kind of a match and channel brilliant teachings that may go down in history but you do not seem to be able to maintain a happy and healthy relationship with someone who loves you. It is not that you fight with them; it is more a matter that much of the time, you do not seem to be there. Where do you go when what is in front of your face becomes too dull or too discouraging? Wherever it is, there only seems to be room for one person (YOU) and your partner comes to realize that a lot of the time, you are far, far away in another world. Sure that world may be more beautiful than the one the rest of us are in but there is no else one there. Come out, come out, wherever you are. We want you to know how much we miss you and how valuable your special gifts are--and never more than now.
