The Moon is in Capricorn. A positive aspect to Neptune in the morning means we should take advantage of creative ideas for organizational projects.  A conjunction to Pluto later this evening could mean that people try to intimidate us.  A conjunction to Venus might mean that our partner may be the pushy one. Venus conjuncts Pluto today so romance can be intense and rather dark. The Moon also makes a discordant aspect to Uranus late this evening. People are unpredictable.

 Today the Dalai Lama* says: It’s important to distinguish between criticisms directed at religion itself and those directed at the institutions of religion, which are two quite separate things.

 In Mayan Astrology**it’s 1 Imix also known as Crocodile. For the next `13 days, people struggle for security, nationalism increases. Schools and children are in the news. Creativity is supported.

 Gardening: Moon in Capricorn: good for planting.

Remember, being aware of astrological energies means that not only are we in tune with the cosmos, we’re also in tune with ourselves. Socrates said an unexamined life is not worth living, and another ancient Greek said, Know thyself. We can convert stressful planetary aspects to harmonious energies if we are aware of how they affect us and we are willing to take responsibility for our actions, without blaming others for our difficulties.

*From Insight from the Dalai Lama Desk Calendar 2015

**I always use How to Practice Mayan Astrology by Scofield and Orr as a reference

The Moon is in Sagittarius and it makes a conjunction to Saturn late morning. Let’s not be hampered by this one. Instead let’s work on organizational projects and tedious paper work. A positive aspect between Moon and Uranus late afternoon gives us support for something new. It’s a Moon sextile Sun day. Combining Sagittarius and Aquarius could mean traveling with friends or searching out community projects.

 Mars makes a positive aspect to Pluto. We have the endurance for hard work today. This is also true for the Sun in positive aspect to Saturn.

 Today the Dalai Lama* says: In the age of degeneration when one meets with all sorts of problems and adverse circumstances, the practice of generating positive thoughts is very effective. If someone lacks this practice, even thought this person may be a very serious meditator, he or she will meet with hardships and hurdles.

 In Mayan Astrology**it’s 12 Cauac also known as Rainstorm. Let’s develop our ability to teach and heal.

 Gardening: Moon in Sagittarius. Travel to botanical gardens.

Remember, being aware of astrological energies means that not only are we in tune with the cosmos, we’re also in tune with ourselves. Socrates said an unexamined life is not worth living, and another ancient Greek said, Know thyself. We can convert stressful planetary aspects to harmonious energies if we are aware of how they affect us and we are willing to take responsibility for our actions, without blaming others for our difficulties.

*From Insight from the Dalai Lama Desk Calendar 2015

**I always use How to Practice Mayan Astrology by Scofield and Orr as a reference

The Moon begins void-of-course in Scorpio and then travels into Sagittarius at 7:50 AM. There are no aspects today but we can enjoy traveling, spending time outside, and reading and discussing about religion and our spiritual paths.

 Today the Dalai Lama* says: It’s  not this nation facing global warming, or that nation. No, entire humanity is facing it. Me—no children. I have to think of others children and grandchildren.

 In Mayan Astrology**it’s 11 Etz’Nab, also known as Flint or knife. Let’s let others take the lead today.

 Gardening: Moon in Sagittarius. Travel to botanical gardens.

 Remember, being aware of astrological energies means that not only are we in tune with the cosmos, we’re also in tune with ourselves. Socrates said an unexamined life is not worth living, and another ancient Greek said, Know thyself. We can convert stressful planetary aspects to harmonious energies if we are aware of how they affect us and we are willing to take responsibility for our actions, without blaming others for our difficulties.

*From Insight from the Dalai Lama Desk Calendar 2015

**I always use How to Practice Mayan Astrology by Scofield and Orr as a reference

The Moon is in Scorpio and it makes a positive aspect to Pluto early in the morning and we can use the energy for research and digging in. A positive aspect to Mercury in the morning is good for communications. We should be in pretty good spirits by late afternoon when the Moon makes a positive aspect to Jupiter.

 Today the Dalai Lama* says: When people get angry they lose all sense of happiness. Even if they are good looking and normally peaceful, their faces turn livid and ugly. Angers upsets their physical well-being and disturbs their rest. It destroys their appetites and makes them age prematurely. Happiness, peace and sleep evade them and they no longer appreciate people who have helped them and deserve their trust and gratitude.

 In Mayan Astrology**it’s 10 Caban also known as Earthquake. Let’s be flexible and tolerant today.

 Gardening: Moon in Scorpio—good for planting.

Remember, being aware of astrological energies means that not only are we in tune with the cosmos, we’re also in tune with ourselves. Socrates said an unexamined life is not worth living, and another ancient Greek said, Know thyself. We can convert stressful planetary aspects to harmonious energies if we are aware of how they affect us and we are willing to take responsibility for our actions, without blaming others for our difficulties.

*From Insight from the Dalai Lama Desk Calendar 2015

**I always use How to Practice Mayan Astrology by Scofield and Orr as a reference