SUN IN LEO – FOLLOW YOUR BLISS
The modern master of myth, Joseph Campbell, coined the phrase- “Follow your bliss.” This is a profound reminder of an important principle to guide your life by. It is a spiritual truth that at the core foundation of all life is the state of joy, bliss and happiness. In our stressed out world of turmoil and conflict most people have a difficult time connecting with this state of bliss. But we all yearn for it and strive to achieve it.
When the Sun enters into Leo on July 22, the Sun representing our higher spiritual Self, comes home to its place of rulership. Now is the time that is most supportive to reconnect with the joy of life. Now is the height of the summer season when most people go on vacation. This is the time to play, have fun, do what you love to do and follow your bliss.
Tahoe is the vacation destination for hundreds of thousands of people to relax, enjoy and explore nature. For most people recreation is an important means of reconnecting with the joy of life and we are in a wonderland of opportunity in that regard. For those of us who live here we get to recreate every day. Go for it!
Leo ( July 22-August 21 ) This is your month to shine. Your job now is to reconnect with the joy of life. Play and have fun and do what you love to do. Foreign travel is included in that agenda. Follow your bliss but there is a warning not to become excessive in your pursuit of pleasure. Overdoing things can result in losing one’s balance and being subject to accidents.
SUN IN TAURUS–TIME TO FOCUS ON FINANCES
This is the time to focus on finances. With the current state of the U. S. and global economic situation we are heading into more challenging times. We have survived the past 5 years of monetary contraction with some tepid signs of moving beyond the longest recession since World War II. Even though there are some positive signs of sustainable recovery we are about to enter into another and deeper phase of contraction. We should each get our financial house in order to the best of our ability. That means reducing monthly overhead or expenses and reduce your debt as much as possible. Put as much money into savings as you can. But not in the stock market. It is about at the top and another severe stock market correction is coming. Try to secure and expand your income if possible.
Locally here at Tahoe we have had a rough economic winter. With very little snow the ski resorts and associated tourist businesses have struggled to make it. This has had an effect on the overall community. Tahoe will always be a significant resort destination. It has so many unique qualities and is close to major urban centers. But we need to be more creative and diversify our economy. There has been tremendous creative expression here in the past and there will be more in the future.
The Sun enters Taurus this month on April 19. This fixed earth sign is that which manifests the energy and consciousness of creating wealth and abundance. The Bull is the symbol of fertility and rules money. This is the time to plant the seeds of new creative financial and monetary ideas That will reach fruition and harvest in the summer and fall.
Leo ( July 22-August 21 ) Work and career should be the center of your attention now. The situation at work is difficult with a lot of stress and conflict. There may be people losing their jobs. Work hard, take on as much responsibility as you can and make yourself invaluable to the operation. If you play it right you could get a promotion and pay raise.
Sun in Aries
Leo ( July 22–August 21 ) Domestic affairs should be your center of attention now. If there are things that need to be done around the home this is a good time to take care of them. If there are areas of home improvement like redecorating, remodeling or replacing old appliances you should do it. Then you should have a dinner party to celebrate.
SUN IN PISCES–OPEN UP TO SPIRIT
The Sun enters Pisces on February 18. The Sun’s passage through the last sign of the zodiac completes its annual journey. Appropriately Pisces is that constellation that rules spirituality and idealism. After we have been exposed to the different energies and consciousness of life as represented by the signs of the zodiac , we reach our completion and fulfillment in the ultimate reality of spirituality. It is time to turn our attention within in meditation and contemplation of the deeper realities of life. This is the most conducive time to ground spirit into matter. By doing this we prepare ourselves for the unfoldment of a new cycle beginning on Spring Equinox next month.
Leo ( July 22–August 21 ) There is a surge of mental creativity that is wanting to find expression in your life. You have the ability to channel that which wants to come through. Open up to receive and then put those impulses into action. You will be guided. There is a great deal of wisdom and spiritually uplifting qualities that you are to give expression to.
THE SUN IN AQUARIUS–THE RISING LIGHT
The Sun enters Aquarius on January 19. It is always nice to begin the new year with the uplifting energy of Aquarius. This sign of the zodiac is what rules the goal of human evolution–self realization, enlightenment and cosmic consciousness. It also expresses through genius, originality and creativity that thinks outside the box to come up with new answers for old problems. Aquarius also rules freedom and liberation which is manifesting in increased questioning and challenging the control and manipulation of the power structures of society. The Waterbearer rules initiation into higher states of consciousness which is evident in the awakening of the masses of people to the fact that there are serious things wrong with our society. The light that the Sun in Aquarius shines at the beginning of the year can help us find the right direction to pursue for the balance of the year.
Leo ( July 22–August 21 ) You are feeling a sense of freedom and liberation from your old patters of behavior. You are seeing your life through new eyes and you see options and opportunities there that you didn’t see before. This allows you to reconnect more authentically with your true nature to express the joy of life. It is a good time to play and have fun. Go for it.
SUN IN CAPRICORN–THE END OF THE YEAR
The Sun enters Capricorn on December 21. This marks the Winter Solstice–The beginning of the winter season. This is the shortest day and longest night of the year. From this point the days will get progressively longer and the nights shorter until Summer Solstice. The ongoing expansion of light and shadow is one of the fundamental themes of life.
In the annual passage of the Sun through the signs of the zodiac which manifests as the seasons, the life cycle of birth, growth, decay and death are experienced. Capricorn and the winter season are the death part of this cyclic process. Death is the releasing and letting go of that which no longer serves us. This is followed by rebirth in the spring.
Think of this time of year as that of endings and completions–when the outer physical form aspect of life dissolves into the invisible worlds. This is the time of year of the holidays or holy days. Most cultures traditionally recognize this time as most conducive for connecting with the spiritual worlds. It is a time of reflection, meditation, prayer and celebration of the deeper spiritual impulses of life.
The Sun’s passage through Capricorn wants us to make a conscious review of the just completed year. It is an exercise in memory that begins with the last day of the year and proceeds backwards in time to the first day of the year. There is a spiritual benefit to doing this exercise and on a practical level in can reveal some hidden insights to us. It also helps us to make a more intelligent plan for the upcoming year.
Leo ( July 23-August 22 ) Your usual playful nature is subdued as a result of having to deal with some serious situations. It is time to get organized and establish self discipline to deal with the responsibilities that you are facing.
SUN IN SAGITTARIUS–A TIME OF GRATITUDE
The Sun enters Sagittarius on November 21. This is the time when we are near the end of the year and we can look back and take stock of what we have experienced and accomplished. It is harvest time both literally and figuratively. We celebrate Thanksgiving now which is a truly Sagittarian holiday. We give thanks and have gratitude for the abundance that life has bestowed upon us–both material and spiritual. Sagittarius also wants us to review our year and distill wisdom and understanding from our experiences. What have we learned so that as we make plans for the future we can choose more wisely?
Leo–Your fundamental nature of creative love is waiting to come out into expression now. It is important that you reconnect with the joy of life. Play, have fun, do what you love to do. In the process you will find yourself and move to the next level of your personal development. You will feel wiser and freer as a result.
SUN IN SCORPIO–TRANSFORMATION
The Sun enters Scorpio on October 22. This fixed water sign is very emotionally powerful and represents the untapped resources of the soul. The depths of the soul are plumbed during the Sun’s passage through this sign. The subconscious mind that Scorpio represents opens up to release much of its contents to conscious awareness. It can be a time of revelation as to unresolved conflicts that still need to be worked on. This creates the opportunity to do our inner work to transform our negatives into positives. Scorpio rules alchemy which is dedicated to turning base metals into gold or transforming darkness into light. It is a time to achieve some significant personal growth.
Leo–Taking care of personal affairs is the theme for you now. Keep your eye on your finances and make sure they are in order. Your work should increase your income. Home and family should be your primary focus. Do what you need to do to make your home more safe and secure, nurturing and healing. If there are any issues on the home front deal with them.
A CHANGE OF SEASONS
The Sun enters into Libra on September 22. This day marks the Fall Equinox. It is the end of Summer and the beginning of the Fall season. Equinox means ” equal night “. At this time the daylight and nighttime hours are equal. As the Sun continues its annual journey into the Southern Hemisphere the days will continue to get shorter and the nights longer. The temperature will continue to drop as the angle of the Sun moves from the Northern to the Southern Hemisphere. As the leaves turn, it is now harvest time and the results of the year’s work will be made manifest. On an esoteric note the days of excess and indulgence of the lazy, crazy days of Summer are over and the more sobering days of relative temperance of Fall are upon us. Archangel Michael now reigns supreme and is wanting to bring an influence of cleansing, purification and healing to us. This is to prepare us for the sacred holy days of Winter.
Leo–You have a predominant feeling of impatience, impulsiveness and rebellion. Things are not moving quickly enough for you and your restlessness is manifesting as frustration and irritation. It is time to take action even though we may not be clear as to which path will bring us the desired result. By making a choice and taking action support will come.
TIME TO GET FOCUSED
The Sun enters Virgo on August 22 which shifts the energy from the fiery passion of Leo to the grounded earthiness of Virgo. This sign of the zodiac is highly mental and it can bring an analytical critical perspective to our activities. It wants us to evaluate our actions and see if they have been productive of results. This is the last month of the summer season and it is our last opportunity to accomplish any plans that we have set for ourselves for the summer. If you have not achieved what you intended now is the time to get focused and put your intentions into action. There is an inherent gift of wisdom to be gleaned from what you do now.
Leo–There is much that you want to achieve now but your ability to focus is compromised. Your energy is scattered and confused. You need to get organized and then have the self discipline to systematically put yourself into action to accomplish your goals. There is an inner drive deep inside of you that you are intending to connect with. Have patience and all will be achieved.
