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Overview: What power shifts/intensity did you experience at the end of January? Now is the time to come back home to your heart. Consider the following quote, by Doc Childre, Founder of the Institute of HeartMath: “Since emotional processes can work faster than the mind, it takes a power stronger than the mind to bend perception, override emotional circuitry, and provide us with intuitive feeling instead. It takes the power of the heart.” Our well being is dependent upon an intricate, dynamic system of the heart, brain, nervous, hormonal and immune systems, of which the heart is the most powerful generator of rhythmic information and patterns. Utilize this resource in the next couple of weeks as you integrate and synthesize the changes afoot: put your hand over your heart and listen to the beat.

2/1…Get into your routine and be amazed at all you can accomplish. Attention to detail comes easily, use it catch up on the basics.

2/2-3…Attend to conversations that impact the long term in your relationships.

2/4-2/5…strong feelings surface to direct us towards which possible future holds the most heart and meaning for us.

2/6…It’s all coming together…The resources and opportunities are matching up quite nicely. The way is clear for us to harness the energy available and direct with integrity. Spend some time cultivating your inner magician.

2/7…In love with the world…imagination is more important than intelligence, especially today. The heart chakra needs some attention; see where your sense of belonging with the tribe can better match your individuality. Spend some time communing with the muse, especially important if you are feeling vulnerable/self-doubt.

2/8-9…Stretch and grow into the fresh energy afoot. Fake it till you make it with new projects and opportunities.

2/10-2/11…I like the way you think…See how beautiful and truth filled you can make your interactions. How can you approach a conversation like a dance or piece of art?

2/12-2/13…New Moon in Aquarius…Reality is wobbling. Practice surrender and reverence for the new eyes we have available to us as the veils between time and space become transparent. The visionary humanitarian is melting down walls of separation in our world; fly far and free and enjoy the objectivity and common ground we all share.

Choose love and fear melts…2/14…Celebrate the heart and its capacity for unlimited compassion. What if love really is the true superpower? Why limit our celebration of love to the romantic vibration today? Celebrate the high heart and agape: love that is divine, unconditional, and thoughtful.

Overview:
The eclipse on 1/14 brought in some new structures and highlighted where we need to change and let go and step up to the plate. What sacred work is in front of you now? What do you want to accomplish? Don’t be fooled by changing appearances. By the end of the month the underlying structures will be more clear as we strip away the old layers.

1/17…Go beyond your limits by trusting and accepting your current circumstances. Today is a day for the dreamers and mystics to come out and play. Jupiter enters the sign of Pisces where it will be until June,and then again from September through Jan 2011. Don’t make any rigid plans and see if you can take a break from your cell phone and computer. Come back to your own rhythm, it’s always there to support you.
1/18-19..In honor of Martin Luther King day, find your underdog to champion; we are only as strong as our weakest link. What are the voices we don’t hear?
Here’s a quote from MLK himself to inspire your efforts: “Human salvation lies in the hands of the creatively maladjusted.”

1/20..Fiesty and fresh. Take action. Strategy and cunning are needed Wed evening to shift a longstanding dynamic. Much headway can be made with projects for 2010.

1/21…Make sure your words match your actions in the morning, and continue with the forward momentum for the rest of the day.

1/22…Old friends and connections are gold; take pleasure in your responsibilities to those you care about.

1/23-24…The moon in Taurus slows us down and urges simplicity and methodical behavior. Pay attention to your body and your senses: what are they telling you?

1/25-26…Ideas and conversations run fast and furious. Write them down but don’t judge them just yet. Great energy for brainstorming, networking, and sales.

1/27-28..A spirited couple of days. Passion and feelings run strong. Express yourself with panache and flair. You are an original.

Fully Range of Expression…1/29-30…The Here and Now.
The artist needs her audience just as much as her medium. Be generous and compassionate with your feedback. What was going on for you in mid November? Time to celebrate and grieve the endings and beginnings and add more love and self respect to the dynamic. Utilize a creative outlet to work with the strong emotions and many colors and dimensions of your life to celebrate the Leo full moon on 1/29. If you find yourself gettingn overly self-absorbed in your process, reach out and give generously to others with random acts of kindness.

1/31…Processing…Take it easy. Give yourself time to digest and reflect, clear out the cobwebs, and gracefully let go

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Overview:
Happy New Year, dear readers! 2010 starts out with a bit of flux and some work to do, but never you fear, as February will bring some clarity. On New Year’s Eve we had an eclipse which may have left you spinning; use the first week of January to get organized and integrate. With Mercury retrograde until 1/15, we need to retrace our steps and slow down. The eclipse on 1/14 PDT brings a needed shift to help right the power imbalances in our world, emphasizing integrity and responsibility. The karmic chickens come home to roost, and offer us an accurate picture of where we are at with our own self-respect.

1/1 Rest and integrate from New Year’s Eve. Do whatever you need to do to ground and nourish yourself.

1/2…Play, create, and connect with friends. Courage is high, as is false bravado and impulsiveness, so set an intention to act from the truth of your heart and be amazed at what you are capable of. Courageous action is needed, specifically redressing a moment where in the past you succumbed to peer pressure in a way that didn’t serve you.

1/3…Plan for a mellow afternoon. Tidy up and organize for the next couple of weeks.

1/4-1/5…We are full of ideas and ways to implement them. Articulate the plan on 1/4 and on 1/5 practice listening deeply to those who are impacted.

1/6-1/7…Socialize and connect with others, particularly old friends and people from your past. See how experiences with these people have shaped who you are, and tell them about it.

1/8-1/9…The mood turns more serious and focussed. Enjoy all that you can accomplish as you follow the thread of your passion.

1/10-1/11..Get outside, get inspired. A felt sense of commitment is available through our relationships and connections.

1/12-1/13…Reflect on what you have set in motion since mid May with fresh eyes and sparkling insights. Innovation is in the air for us to honor the autonomy, brilliance, and interdependence of everyone involved.

Self-Respect and Reputation….Solar Eclipse in Capricorn 1/14 11:11pm PDT
True power comes from striking a balance between effort and surrender. This eclipse will highlight where we may be out of balance on the continuum between planning and initiating and radical openness to possibility. Be real and direct with yourself and others. What kind of reputation do you have, personally and professionally? Eclipses typically bring a measure of flux and changes, so take any information that has been brought to light and give yourself some solitude to process and integrate. Most likely we will be revisiting dynamics that surfaced on New Year’s Eve. Keep in mind that whatever we do is judged by others, and be careful of taking the external circumstances personally.

1/15…Mercury turns direct today, adding some wild cards on the tails of the eclipse. Cultivate patience and double check the details. An objective perspective helps us break out of overly rigid thinking

1/16…Make sure to get some exercise to help your mind, body, spirit, and soul calibrate your recent inner and outer experiences.

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Overview:
The closing of 2009 offers us an opportunity to radically embrace being our own best friend over our own worst enemy.
More will be revealed with every passing day with Mercury going retrograde on 12/26 and a powerful eclipse on New Year’s Eve. Surrender any well laid plans to create some impromtu and spontaneous holiday traditions. On a practical note, avoid last minute shopping. If you can’t, get a gift card or something that is easy to exchange. Double check travel plans, and leave plenty of time for possible delays.Great time for healing work and finishing projects you’ve already started. Cultivate your sense of humor for any miscommunications. Our egos are being asked to let go of any controlling behavior that no longer serves us. Pay close attention to your intuition; it has some important messages for you. Make sure to plan in some quality down time to integrate and reflect on 2009.

12/17-18…Play with the meaning and insight that emerged for you with the recent new moon (12/16). Find a physical outlet if you feel grouchy. Keep yourself on a diet of honesty, generosity, and mutual regard and cut the drama. Utilize your creative outlets to express yourself in new ways.

12/19-20..May bring a fun surprise from a past connection. Continue to utilize a physical outlet for excess physical energy. Pay attention to messages from your body and heart.

Happy Solstice! 12/21…The Rebirth of the Sun…
The shortest day of the year brings an opportunity to reflect and integrate on the last few months. Integration and synthesis are needed for the spiritual lessons learned from the rapid fire changes you may have experienced. Excellent day for meditation and spiritual activities (however you define that for yourself). Just make sure to put yourself on a high dose of inspiration; the truth and faith emerging are needed to fuel our dreams.

12/22-23…Take some time to relax and recharge in the holiday bustle. Don’t cram too much in your schedule. If you feel doubtful/spacey, make sure to do something soul soothing (call an old friend, take a bath, do an art project, listen to your favorite music, etc)

12/24-25…Patience and negotiation skills are needed as we will be revisiting past family dynamics. Don’t kid yourself that you have it all under control if you are feeling vulnerable/scared. Careful of isolating; time to give voice to the shared values in the situation so that those involved can shift to a more mature and grounded strategy which may sacrifice short term gain for long term sustainability.

12/26-27…Mercury goes retrograde 12/26 in Capricorn, where it will be until 1/15. This is a great time to rework and revisit conversations/projects that you started in 2009. Also a conducive period to do healing work around authority and owning your own power. Reach out and connect with mentors/elders from your past for guidance.

Easy Does it…12/28-29…Play with different ideas and dialogue. Double check all logistics, and use any communication snafus as an opportunity to develop your sense of humor.

Our Emotions are our Link to the Universe…Lunar Eclipse in Cancer 12/30-12/31…
Eclipses bring new information to light and intense transformation, which can feel a bit chaotic and uncomfortable, as well as exhilarating and empowering. This eclipse highlights the family dynamic. Where might you now be able to take more responsibility for your responses versus your brain getting hijacked into an emotional reaction? This eclipse brings an opportunity to release long standing patterns from our ancestors that no longer serve us and cleanse our fears with love to bring forward the good, true, and beautiful of our lineage. Expect to see some shifts in the power dynamics with your family. The growing pains eventually bring us new found maturity and wisdom which will be with us for the rest of our lives. Stay fluid and remember to let your emotions flow without overly attaching and identifying with one particular feeling.

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Overview:
During the first week of December we may feel like someone hit the fast forward button. Trust the pace, and initiate what you can. Later this month mercury goes retrograde (12/26-1/15) through mid January, which will give you ample time to reflect and slow down.

12/1…Full Moon in Gemini…Ready, Set, Go!…This full moon brings out the inner trailblazer. Clear the emotional cobwebs out of the way to forge ahead. Survey the options, and choose that which has heart and meaning for, not that which gets you the most brownie points with others. Careful of exaggerating and stretching the truth. Stick to the value of the lessons you are learning at this time. If you could write the lesson plan, what would it look like?

12/2…Time to talk it out and listen to the messages you receive. Plan some extra time for exploring and diversions.

12/3-4…Bringing it back home…Our felt needs for security are asking for some attention in the midst of the wild ride of the past week. On 12/4 connect with an old friend/mentor to gain valuable perspective and insight.

Have a Good time…12/5-6…The moon in Leo is ready to put on her party dress. Create and be merry. Where do you feel like you truly belong, in all of your truth?

I really mean it…12/7-8…Our words and conversations have an added weight. Integrity, discipline and long term goals can be articulated at this time.

12/9-10…Let the fiery flow between the Sun and Mars support you taking action on your principles while enlisting all the support you need.

12/11-12…Much of Friday afternoon and evening is a good time to relax and reflect. The mood turns much more passionate and focussed for Saturday.

12/13…Good day to make needed changes, clean up, and do healing work.

12/14-15…The rumblings and shifts yesterday take on color and form. Welcome surprises and wild cards as gifts to your current process.

12/16…New Moon in Sagittarius…This I Believe…
Letting go of misplaced expectations sows the seeds for conviction and passion that are motivated by a radical respect for all living things. Find an outlet for the adventurer and philosopher in you that is seeking new possibilities. Spiritual courage is needed to take a leap of faith, the fruits of which we may not see till the spring.

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Overview: Chances are the past few days brought up some deep longings and possible change in direction. What did you let go of to make room for new growth? We may not see the full results for our efforts until the spring and summer; do whatever you need to do to initiate projects you’ll be working on for the next few months.

11/16…The Last Word…The Scorpio New Moon reminds us to release, shed, and let go. Deep transformation is afoot, demanding we increase our comfort level with chaos. Detach from drama and negativity by diving into your longing and emotional truth. Place your trust in the great mystery and the cycle of birth and death. Passions run high; see if you can focus more on the situation and specific behaviors. Intensity and extremes are the norm for Scorpio, and indeed are times when we are best able to experience the thrill of being alive.

11/17-18…The moon’s entry into Sagittarius brings some optimism to any situations that may have had us taking ourselves too seriously. Track the meaning and lessons behind these experiences.

Harmony and Desire…11/19-20…are playing tug of war. You may be feeling flirty and fiesty; have fun and explore different ways of expressing yourself. Ego tension can easily erupt in our relationships; channel it towards a health physical release.

Out of the water and into the fire…11/21-22…The Sun moves into Sagittarius on 11/21, bringing some healthy detachment and positivity with it. May need to rest and recharge from the last few weeks. Take refuge in thinkers, teachers, spiritual traditions that remind you of the possibility and potential within us all.

11/23…We need to make sure we get a good dose of pleasure. Just make sure it’s the kind you won’t regret tomorrow.

11/24..Self-discipline is here to help you crank through any work you want to finish up before the holiday.

Love and Freedom…11/25…Are easily reconciled sometimes, like today. Enjoy the unexpected and honesty in your relationships.

Gobble gobble…11/26…Happy Thanksgiving…Our words and actions may be going in different directions than our heart. Slow down, offer gratitude, and see how you can integrate and get these different parts of yourself on the same page.

11/27-28…With the moon in Aries, we are ready to move and burn off that holiday meal. Get outside, play a game, plan something active to take advantage of the go-get-’em energy in the air.

11/29-30…The last two days of November may find us a bit restless and cranked up. Sleep patterns may be disturbed; use any time you are awake to write down insights and inspirations, especially ones that may pertain to dynamics/issues that were up for you at the end of June. Time for resolution, release, or the next step.

Overview: November starts out busy with a full moon in Taurus, urging us to better align our resources and values with our actions. Deep seated changes are afoot, personally and collectively, with Saturn squaring Pluto on 11/15 (this cycle continue through 2010, so more info in future forecasts). Suffice it to say that it’s important to cultivate hope in your heart for the possibilities we don’t even know exist yet, personally and collectively.

11/1…Direct any abundance of mental energy into creative channels. If others push back on your ideas, use this as a creative challenge versus reacting defensively. All Saint’s Day is celebrated in the Christian tradition, take some time to light a candle in memory of your ancestors and those close to you who have passed away.

Full Moon in Taurus..11/2…Digging In…
This full moon may well bring out the cantankerous side of Taurus. Where do you feel like a bull, ready to charge? We come upon a turning point in our relationships based on some unresolved dynamics which can no longer be ignored. The good news is that tact, diplomacy, and spiritual strength are available to us for a graceful transformation if we are willing to play fair.

11/3-11/4…Regroup from the full moon. We may need more sleep than usual. Pay attention to messages from the dreamtime. Creative and spiritual pursuits are favored.

11/5…What dreams of yours have been realized since the end of May? Where did your vision serve you, and where have you made adjustments? Use the mental stimulation in the air to tell the story; track the heart behind the words.

11/6-11/7…Encourage the latent and undiscovered abilities in those around you. When you stimulate the self-worth of others, everyone benefits.

11/8-11/9…A powerful resource emerges from a connection on 11/8 that in the past you may have underestimated. On 11/9 share the credit as you move into creative action.

11/10-11/11…A compassionate attitude may lead you to take on what in the past may have seemed like an unsurmountable challenge. Just make sure you line up the support you’ll need before taking the plunge.

11/12-11/13…Good days to get out and socialize. Connect and cooperate, explore the common ground you have with others.

11/14-11/15…Time to face an uncomfortable truth with practical measures, personally and collectively. Saturn and Pluto square one another, adding a new development to a cycle that was kicked off in 2001. Is your life structure expressive versus repressive of your true self? A crisis in consciousness may point out in stark relief where we may be kidding ourselves. Pay attention to any obstacles/challenges you encounter for needed info on what changes you need to make at this time.

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Overview 10/17-10/31: The last two weeks of October are kicked off by a new moon in Libra, highlighting the strengths and challenges in our relationships and alliances. You can trust the work and structures you have put into practice during the last month. Power imbalances need to be addressed; wherever we may be lying to ourselves will become crystal clear mid November. Use this time to play fair and cultivate honest dialogue. At the end of October take some time for meditation, creative outlets, healing work: whatever supports you in honing your intuition.

10/17…New Moon in Libra: Love and Self-Worth
Where can you focus more on what’s working in your relationships and build from there, versus the challenges? The spiritual teacher Robert Moss says that the distance/closeness you feel with others reflects the distance/closeness you feel with yourself. You are worthy of incredible love and connection in your life, but don’t assume others know how to love you. For this new moon, write a how-to-love me list: at least ten ways you have felt treasured, seen, and loved by others, things that make you feel irresistible, respected, accepted, sexy, and understood. Share this list with others.

Edgy energy…10/18…We have outgrown some attitudes, especially about how we hold power. Resist the urge to dominate and control. Self-discipline is needed to purge patterns of controlling behavior/disempowerment. You have the opportunity to change longstanding patterns and release pent up forces.

10/19…Brings an opportunity to make different choices in our relationships, most likely based on what occurred for you last weekend. If you feel awkward or vulnerable, that’s okay and to be expected when you are learning new skills.

Breakthough…10/20-10/21…into friendlier territory. Neutrality is easier to come by after the passion of the past week. Collaboration yields a bigger, better option than you could have come up with on your own.

Pensive…10/22-10/23…Where we need to focus is clear. Tap into your longing to plug into a great power source.

10/24…Trust your intuition and your passion. Rewards and results come from a successful strategy.

10/25-10/26…Temper strong emotions by acting like an eagle, flying high above the ground, able to see the larger terrain while expertly tracking your prey.

10/27-10/28…We have lots to be thankful for. Celebrate abundance in your life. If caught in negativity, ask probing questions of yourself and others.

10/29..Today the planet Saturn moves into Libra. April 2010-July 2010 it will retrograde into Virgo before moving into Libra for good until fall 2012. Time to bring out the inner peace builder in all areas of your life. Where might you need to brush up on your conflict mediation skills? Libra also has to do with balance; address areas in your life that are imbalanced. Collectively we can expect developments in the arts, non-violence, fashion and wedding industry, and changes in the legal system in the next couple of years.

10/30-10/31…Celebrating Samhain… great for healing work, getting in touch with your intuition, connecting with ancestors. Try on different costumes: let’s play with our ego personality and let go of overly identifying with any one part of ourselves. Celebrate how magnificent and multifaceted you really are.

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Overview: Congratulations! You made it through September. The big changes/catharsis of last month along with the Mercury retrograde in Libra and Virgo pushed us to have difficult conversations, get organized, and develop discernment around the unconscious material that emerged. Trust that this process freed up the necessary energy to move to some juicy solutions to bridge current gaps between your desires/dreams and reality.

Preparing for the full moon…10/1-10/2..The wide pendulum swings of late have brought us to a new equilibrium. Where are you charting a middle way in your life right now? The purpose of dialogue is to connect and understand; where have perceptions of separation from the world, partner, friends, and experiences cut you off from your connection to source energy? Use these two days to accept and forgive where needed.

Devotion and Discipline…Harvest Full Moon in Aries 10/3….
Where are you called to be lovingly assertive in your life? Let the space between your ideal and the reality before you serve as creative tension to pull you towards that which has heart and meaning. Wherever we have been blurry in our vision is adjusting to the fresh energy afoot. Focus your lens so that you can take appropriate action on behalf of your heart.

10/5-10/6…Stabilize and Ground. Careful of rigidity, especially in response to events of the full moon and last weekend in general.

10/7-10/8…Explore your options, network and engage. Circulate your energy in your community. Let curiosity lead you to helpful, fresh ideas and experiences.

Ready for take off…10/9-10/10…Help where you may have least expected it jumps out of the woodwork on 10/9. Enjoy opportunities and the wind at your back on 10/10. You’ve earned these experiences, and any delays during the past month start to make more sense.

Details paying dividends…10/11-10/12… How have you been cultivating more reliability, trustworthiness, and efficiency in your world? Utilize this new level of accountability to take advantage of the abundance in the air. You are worthy.

10/13…Brings to the surface where our true loyalties lie. Connect with an older friend, relative, or mentor to get some useful advice to better understand any relationship struggles you are currently having.

Love as the polarity to Fear…10/14-15…Venus entering Libra on 10/14 emphasizes fairness, reciprocity, and tact in our dealings with others. Changes in relationships are natural, and bring up some deep passion and emotional intensity. Accept the growth occurring and see how it might relate to dynamics, issues that were brought up late July/early August.

Ta da! 10/16…Mars enters the sign of Leo, where it will party until next June. Celebrate your heart and where you may need to take more initiative to shine and to share your gifts and talents with your tribe.

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Overview: The focus for the last two weeks of September is on order, discipline, humility, and self improvement. If you are feeling constricted in energy, time, and/or resources, keep in mind that October brings some juicy expansion. Now is the time to tighten up the process and get rid of waste.

9/16…Easy to feel overwhelmed by an overload of information, specifically about where we can improve our current approach. Take it one step at a time.

Creative response… 9/17…The best way to deal with a moving target? Surrender the careful plan and respond intelligently to the unexpected.

Duty Calls..9/18…New Moon in Virgo…Can’t go over it. Can’t go around it. We must go through it. The writing is on the wall for this new moon. There is no wiggle room for idealized notions about our present situation. We are called to better align ourselves with the natural order of things as they present themselves. Follow due process and due diligence. Hard work is rewarded.

9/19..Balance and integrate to bring yourself back to equilibrium after all the changes you have experienced. Relationships offer a needed refuge.

9/20…May find us overflowing with advice. If you need help, all you have to do is ask and a hand appears.

9/21-9/22…Mood is pensive, focused. Regenerate and capitalize on the discipline and kick butt work you can cross off the to-do list.

9/23…Revisit dynamics from mid to late June. What has changed for you since then, particularly in how you relate to others. Don’t skimp on physical activity to burn off some steam.

9/24-25…A surge forward on 9/24 comes up against a test of durability and practicality on 9/25. Be honest about any fears or power plays which may be creating some toxicity in your environment.

9/26-9/27…Good weekend to get some work done. Set some specific goals to accomplish. A little elbow grease goes a long way in completing unfinished business and building your self-respect.

Princess and the Pea…9/28-29…Mercury stationing direct in Virgo on 9/29 may find us feeling choosey over current options. Slow down and simplify. If you are feeling anxious/worried, use any current test of your faith to come back to your core values and resources.

Talk to me…9/30…Easy to match our words with our desires. Opportunities arise to appreciate and extrapolate some valuable information.