Victory of Good over Evil

Vijaya Dashami

Today we celebrate the victory of good over evil with the culmination of Navarātri - nine nights dedicated to honoring the divine feminine. One could say that the root of all evil is to separate - from source, oneself, and all our relations.

I recall those moments where the invitation comes sweeping in and I find myself standing at the edge of that threshold.

To die in each moment to the false stories, beliefs and perceptions I’ve created or accepted about myself and this waking dream. To illumine the places untouched and hidden from view. That process which evokes one’s former limited identity to transform -  returning incoherency to coherency. Harmonizing mind, body and emotions through that courageous experience of grounding into something higher. A crucifixion and resurrection which awakens that Holy lamp within the center of the heart. 

I believe this is perhaps what the Sufis and many other traditions are speaking of. That victory of good over evil — to die before you die. That inner directed shift and right of passage that takes you over the threshold of irreversible change.

With that, I ask you my beloved brothers and sisters - when will you exchange your small life of separation, so that you can fulfill your greater part?

You may never feel ready to step completely into the Unknown and what awaits you is immeasurable love. The choice is yours.

Love all ways

New Moon in Uttara Phalguni: The Star of Patronage

Amāvásyā

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The dark moon early Sunday morning lands in the constellation of Uttara Phalguni (Virgo) the Star of Patronage and is accompanied by exalted Mercury, Venus, the Sun and Jupiter in Pisces benevolent gaze. Hospitality, protection of agreements and contracts, selflessness, service to those in need, and the grace to bear fruit are all associated with this nakshatra.

Spend the next couple days honoring and feeding your ancestors, literally and figuratively, as the veil is thin and you’re being supported from all angles. Since the full moon we’ve been celebrating Pritu Paksha (Fortnight of the Ancestors) and the most important day for honoring your ancestors is on this amāvásyā. Spend time attuning your inward flow of awareness towards the legacy you’ve inherited from those who have walked before you.

This is a time to harmonize your intellect and soul to spur momentum towards evolutionary growth, along with gains on the material plane. The energies of this dark moon find fulfillment in extending service to those beyond your immediate family — to your inner circle and broader community. Even though you may have been experiencing resistance on the path towards achieving your heart’s desire, stay with the course and practice moving one step at a time instead of continuing to reassess your direction.

We’re in the last couple weeks of Mercury retrograde, continue to gather more information, circle around and complete pending projects — you’re now building the foundation and setting the stage for what is to come. Continue to postpone new projects and meaningful commitments until after Mercury stations direct on October 2nd and through the shadow period one week.

The Vedic holiday Navaratri (nine nights of the Divine feminine) begins Monday night. This is a special festival which honors the Goddess with prayer, fasting, and lamp lighting.

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Astrological Dates

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• September 25th: New Moon in Uttara Phalguni (Virgo)

• September 25th: Day of the Ancestors

• September 26th: Navaratri Begins (9 nights of the Goddess)

• October 2nd: Mercury stations direct in Virgo

• October 4th: Vijaya Dashami (day of victory of truth over evil)

• October 8th: Full Moon in Revati (Pisces)

• October 17th: Sun enters Libra (Avoid important/practical beginnings)

• October 23rd: Saturn stations direct in Capricorn

• October 25th: New Moon in Swati (Libra) - Diwali (Festival of Lights)

“Forgiveness is awakening to your own sacred divinity so there is no room for unforgiveness” 

- Basil Brave Heart

New Moon in Māgha: The Star of Power

Amāvásyā

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The dark moon early Saturday morning lands in the constellation of Māgha (sidereal Leo), the Star of Power. This royal nakshatra relates to our Ancestors, fulfilling one’s duties, magic and the celestial throne.

This is a time to remember our ancestors and reflect on our interdependency with all things — to shine light on our inherited habits, cycles and reactions as well as the legacy we’re leaving behind with the imprint of our thoughts, speech and actions — whether conscious or unconscious.

There is intergenerational work to be had during this window. For some of you, this may look like a baptism by fire that is requesting you to take a deeper look into healing your ancestral line. We’re being requested to take personal responsibility for the cycles and habits that may have been left on repeat. Have the courage to utilize this window wisely.

As the veil thins, are you able to track where are you being confronted with familiar lessons and perhaps inherited habits that are no longer assisting your momentum forward? Take personal responsibility for embodying and putting into practice the wisdom you’ve been cultivating that has now circled around front and center.

Place extra attention on staying rested and grounded during this time. Lead with your whole heart and know that a physical practice (holding the hard poses) will be of great service in assisting this process. Use these next couple weeks to set your plans into motion, as there’s extra emphasis for accomplishment on the material plane while the moon waxes. 

If you need assistance in tracking this shift on a personal level, please use the link in my bio to book a private consultation. Know that I’m here to support you. 

- All my relations -

Eknath Eswaran // “What would your life look like if you had the energy of the sun? The radiance of the stars? Love as infinite as the oceans? What if you had perfect health? Radiant Beauty? Strength in body and a mind of brilliance that always served you, and never erred? This is the promise of the Vedas: A wellness that draws out “the splendor of the personality that expresses itself in love, courage, creativity, and a melting tenderness that draws all hearts.” 

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• August 27th: New Moon in Māgha (Leo)

• August 30th: Ganesha Chaturthti (Lord Ganesha’s birthday)

• September 9th: Mercury stations retrograde (Virgo) through 10/02

• September 10th: Full Moon in Pūrva Bhādrapadā (Aquarius) - Beginning of Pritu Paksha

• September 16th: Sun enters Virgo

• September 25th: New Moon in Uttaraphalguni (Virgo)

• September 25th: Day of the Ancestors & Navaratri begins

Full Moon in Dhanishtha: The Star of Symphony

Pūrṇimā

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The full moon Thursday evening (8/11) lands in the constellation of Dhanishtha (sidereal Capricorn), the Star of Symphony.

Patiently awaiting forward movement? This bright moon marks a window of time that is ripe for manifestation, fine tuning your confidence and grounding into your beliefs. How can you be more clear in your convictions, while striking a delicate balance between tenderness and crystal clear boundaries?

Tension, chaos, resistance and conflict — we’ve been reviewing, course correcting, and patiently clearing the way for a new chapter to begin. A different tune plays now, the rhythm has increased and the pace is moving you towards that vision which has been calling your heart forward.

As you began to stabilize new found realizations and step closer into right relationship with Self — Notice, have you become overly confident in sharing your beliefs or perhaps more timid? With the emergence and stabilization of deeper found clarity, you may have been sending someone mixed messages in your convictions. Depending on where the full moon lands in your chart, in some area of your life or another, you may not be standing in full aliment with your beliefs.

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This chaos is as ancient as the story woven by your ancestors and is an integral part of your evolutionary journey. How can you respond to the dream in a different way than before? All outside conflict must first be resolved within. Lean into the grace of that which you do not prefer and attune more fully with your souls rhythm. Get clear in who you are, what you will and will not tolerate, and bring your truth out into the world from a grounded and clear place  — be decisive, choose a direction, and work selflessly.

Just like the drum, the symbol of this affluent lunar mansion, when we become a conduit for Source, when we can become like a hallow bone, the rhythms of the universe can flow through us more effortlessly. Step into your receptivity and trust in the presence of the Unknown.

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