New Moon in Dhaniṣṭha: Star of Symphony

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Mauni Amāvásyā अमावस्या finds it’s culmination in the Vedic lunar mansion of Dhaniṣṭha (sidereal Capricorn), the Star of Symphony on Thursday afternoon (15:00 PST) and in the pre-dawn hours on the 10th in India (4:30am IST).

The new moon flavors the energies for the next lunation cycle to come. This cycle heralds a period where receptivity complements focused determination and disciplined efforts. Embrace the energy to initiate practical endeavors, cultivate leadership qualities, and achieve long-term goals with a steady and patient approach.

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 propelling you towards the vision which has been calling your heart forward.

As you begin to stabilize new found realizations and step closer into right relationship with Self, notice what’s moving through you now. This dark moon is accompanied by a highly energized mars, which may be flooding your mind with new ideas or pulling you in multiple directions.

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 differently 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. 

Mauni meaning silence, reminds us to lean into a soothing pause a few more days until the moon gains momentum before proceeding with your plans. 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, which is the symbol for this affluent asterism, 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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The day after the new moon begins the Chinese New Year of the Wood Dragon -- a year of new beginnings, remembering your magic, claiming your power, being innovative, believing in yourself, finding your strength and for making bold moves. Looking forward to witnessing the beautiful magic you’ll be creating in this coming year!

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Full Moon in Puṣyā: The Star of Nourishment

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Our first full moon of the year reaches its zenith on Thursday  (9:54am PST | 23:24 IST) in the Vedic Lunar Mansion of Puṣyā पुष्या (Cancer), the Star of Nourishment. This cycle holds the potential fulfillment and promise of the new moon in pūrvāṣāḍhā - the victory which comes through the efforts supported by the raw enegy and nourishment that awakens from one’s sādhanā - through continued purification and alignment with life-sustaining forces.

We all crave a sense of sovereignty within ourselves and furthermore yearn for belonging amongst tribe. This lunar mansion is symbolized by the milk-yielding udder of the cow, which is impartial to all that she nourishes. Without question, thought of return, or reason, the mother gives love unconditionally. If we can learn to lean into serving and showing up for others in a truly selfless way, we can begin to harness the mystical energies of this asterism.

The Shakti (power) of this nakshatra initiates the ability to harness creative and spiritual energy, which in turn provides the wisdom and abundance to nourish both the spiritual and material worlds. The wealth which we are seeking here is the spiritual energy or punya, which accumulates through tapasya and comes forward through the grace of divine guidance. Drinking from that reservior of energy helps us to direct our efforts in such a way that we’re able to protect our nervous system, our home, our country, as well as the nourishment needed to produce material abundance and not become side tracked or burnt out.

Puṣyā is one of the most favorable constellations for beginnings of all kinds (except marriage). This particular full moon holds extra blessings for engaging in spiritual practices, making significant purchases, planning important events and initiating new beginnings. 

Ground-down and get centered through breathwork, kriya, meditation, and japa (all wisdom and practices connected to Bṛhaspati - Lord of Sacred Speech). Connect with others through simple and nurturing activities, which uphold and support dhárma — such as home-cooked meals, being outdoors, moon gazing and in steeping in your spiritual practices.

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Ananda Mayi Ma // Love is everlasting forgiveness. Wisdom is to see everything in relation to the whole. If you understand that everything belongs to Him, you will be free of all burdens. All sorrow comes from the sense of I and Mine. All sorrow is due to one’s keeping apart from God. When you are with Him all pain disappears. By sorrow does the Lord dispel sorrow and by adversity does he destroy adversity. When this is done he sends no more suffering, no more adversity. This must be remembered at all times.

Makar Saṅkrānti & Uttarāyaṇa

Makar Saṅkrānti मकर संक्रान्ति

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The Sun, known as Surya in the Vedic tradition makes its annual transition from (sidereal) Sagittarius (Dhanu) to Capricorn (Makar) on 1/14 or 1/15, depending on your location. This festival marks a new beginning and initiates the auspicious time of Uttarāyaṇa. Uttarāyaṇa is a combination of two Sanskrit words, “uttara” (North) and “ayana” (movement). 

Uttarāyaṇa spans six months, commencing as the Sun embarks on its northern journey and culminating as it enters Cancer (Karak) around 14/7, marking the initiation of dakṣiṇāyana, the Sun's southward movement. Termed the 'Day of the Gods,' this period is regarded as highly auspicious, as the devatas (deities) are believed to be awake

This marks a period of prosperity, expansion, and heightened spiritual development. With the Gods awake and active, they are deemed more benevolent in this cycle, showering blessings upon the fruits of your actions, rituals, ceremonies, and commitments made during this auspicious time.

The hours preceding and following saṅkrānti (the monthly transition of the Sun) are deemed unsettling for the Sun. This shift can be likened to the process of relocating homes, involving packing, moving, and settling into a new phase.

This portal holds profound significance for nurturing spiritual growth, as it invites inward reflection on the previous month and strategic envisioning/planning for the upcoming month. In tandem with the awakening of the Devas, we're finally stepping out of the long-awaited Mercury Retrogrades, marking not only a celestial alignment but a pivotal moment in our personal journey toward positive transformation. 🌙✨ 

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New Moon in Pūrvāṣāḍhā: The Invincible Star

AMĀVÁSYĀ

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The first new moon of the year aligns the sun and moon together on Thursday (3:58am PST | 17:28 IST) in the constellation of Pūrvāṣāḍhā पूर्वाषाढा (Sagittarius): the Invincible Star. This constellation is ruled by the water goddess, Apah and is goddess Sarasvatī’s birth star. Besides the life-giving and nurturing qualities of water, this lunar mansion is also associated with the purification of impurities and disease.

This renewal brings about rejuvenation, which sustains, energizes and encourages growth. This lunar cycle brings with it a promise of victory to come when your focus is utilized to align with life-sustaining forces. What poisons in your life need to be transmuted into a healing experience?

These past few months have provoked an unsettling churning that has stirred an inner shift and transformation you’re perhaps still digesting and integrating. This new moon punctuates the lessons you’ve been dancing with since October and only begin to land as we move out of Mercury retrograde's shadow period mid-month. We’re still gathering more information now.

We’re being asked to tend to the renewal and protection of our nervous system, a rejuvenation and energizing of our vital fluids in order to attain favor and alignment with that unexplainable force which nourishes and encourages a seed to blossom.

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Just like the winnowing basket, a symbol for this constellation, which is used to separate the husk from the grain, this cycle encourages a shedding of unnecessary obstacles in order to bring out the useful portion “inside”. This may relate to people, places, and things.

Be honest with where you’re gripping and where you’re avoiding. Take responsibility for what you’re inviting into your life. The legacy you’re looking to leave, the victory you’re seeking, depends perhaps on releasing short-term pleasures, which ultimately lead to long-term discomfort and shifting your focus towards being patient and enduring short-term discomfort that leads to lasting pleasure.

This cycle is best utilized in distilling, integrating, and stabilizing all that has been moving through these last months. Tend to the evolution of your consciousness, be willing to cleanse and shed that which is distracting you from stepping fully into your authenticity and claiming your seat.

Source energy is always available to us, and a master is one who has the capacity to keep their presence and vibration attuned at all times to this Source. For my full blog post and to book a private Vedic Astrology reading with me, please visit Jyotish Consultations

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Ananda Mayi Ma // Love is everlasting forgiveness. Wisdom is to see everything in relation to the whole. If you understand that everything belongs to Him, you will be free of all burdens. All sorrow comes from the sense of I and Mine. All sorrow is due to one’s keeping apart from God. When you are with Him all pain disappears. By sorrow does the Lord dispel sorrow and by adversity does he destroy adversity. When this is done he sends no more suffering, no more adversity. This must be remembered at all times.

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