When Shift Hits the Fan!

"You do not have to earn love. You are lovable because you exist. 

Others reflect the love you have for yourself."

-Louise Hay

No, the title doesn't have a typo.  And yes, a shift is happening right now!  While we are still in Mercury Retrograde, the New Moon portal in optimistic Sagittarius is open for another couple of days or so.  In addition, we are in Sagittarius season.  Along with the sign, the whole phenomenon can be summed up in one word: FREEDOM.

This means questioning and breaking through old beliefs and patterns, whether inherited or imposed on us from society.  Maybe it's that long standing family tradition of a scarcity mindset that has limited us from achieving what we truly want.  It's almost like we're just pissed off enough to courageously take action already!    

Scripting what we want will give us both clarity and emotional content, by which will fuel our drive to succeed.  It'll also be a good idea to script in terms of health, wealth, relationships, and our life's purpose.  Writing it down in present tense like "I have" or "I now am" is better than "I want" or "I wish".  This allows us to really FEEL the feelings of having it now.

If you're like me, when I first starting doing this, I was quite clueless.  It helped to simply think about all the things I DON'T want, so as to discover many of the things I DO want.  This is because I grew up with that scarcity mindset, meaning that I believed that there's not only not enough to go around, I had also accepted the idea that I didn't deserve the good things in life.

The inquiry of WHY that paradigm was never really challenged until recently came to light .  In addition, I asked myself the big questions like, "What is the purpose of my life?", "Why am I here?", and "What's the point of it all?"  This is a common theme in the collective to do some sort of introspection during this time.  There is a saying, "With questions, comes answers."  

Let's do our best, and TRUST in the process!

AMOR FATI

Thank you and good night.

Edargorter Yrucrem

"No weapon formed against you will succeed."

-Isaiah 54:17

It's that time again.  We are officially undergoing the infamous Mercury Retrograde.  For those who don't know, it's the three week period where Mercury appears to be orbiting backwards.  The dates are approximately November 25th - December 15th.  Right now, we have it in optimistic Sagittarius.

While I'm no astrology expert, I write about it because it simply interests me.  Plus, much of what is studied is empirical; showing both sensible everyday applicability and scientific validity.  

Having said that, Mercury represents communication.  Since the planet is in retrograde, this means that our conversations could get strained, as our message gets "lost in the sauce".  [Side note: See what I did with the play on words?  We strain pasta and toss it in sauce lol.] 

Emotions are now heightened, so we need to be very discerning in our interactions with others, especially those who have malintent toward us.  Me personally, I'm reducing my engagements to what is absolutely necessary.  I'm going into to "hermit mode" for the next three weeks.  Fortunately, I have the luxury of doing this, due to how I have my life set up.  

However, there are those of us who will be traveling to join up with family and friends for the Holiday Season.

This brings me to my next point of what could happen:

• Travel delays
• Misunderstandings that lead to drama [e.g., jumping to conclusions about something said or done via our TRIGGERS]
• Technology malfunctioning
• Things done in emotional haste [e.g., sending a provocative text to the wrong person or frantically replying to an email that bears negative consequences]
• In addition, signs most affected are Gemini, Virgo, Sagittarius, and Pisces [Air, Earth, Fire, and Water, respectively (all Mutable)]

Aside from keeping human contact to a minimum, it's probably a good idea to back up all important stuff on our computers, allow more time to travel in anticipation of delays, observe what is said or done without reacting right away, and take a moment to pause to collect ourselves before sending any sort of text or email.  Also, let's make sure we do some introspection.  That could make all the difference!

AMOR FATI

Thank you and good night.

P.S. It's also most likely better to just work on the projects we already have, instead of taking on new ones.  Same goes for investments and big money decisions.

Leave It to Beaver: The Last Supermoon

“If there is no enemy within, the enemy outside can do no harm.”

-African Proverb

So, tonight we have ourselves a Beaver Full Moon, that is also a Supermoon, in epicurean Taurus; the last of the year.  During this time, we could experience a heightened sense of awareness.  It's as if we are called to "level up", and shift into our upgraded version of ourselves.  Sounds great, right?  It's not all that potentially pleasant when in the process.  

We have to remember, previously we've been dwelling or ruminating on what we don't want.  That frustratingly showed up in a jiffy, right?  And when it showed up, we got more frustrated; thus, creating a little energy manhole that we temporarily fell in.  What happened is just an echo of what we thought about before, that's all.

The truth of why this happens has a sinister reason: We are addicted to drama, misery, and negativity.  Why else are we glued to social media and the news?  As far as watching the news, we say we do it in the name of staying informed.  I say if we curb this behavior, we will greatly improve the quality of our life; automatically and immediately.   

If we focus back on what we can control, namely our minds, we are likely to be better off.  Hey, no judgement here.  I'm working through all this like everyone else that's willing is.  Let's turn our energy to at least being open to getting less triggered, and do our best on working towards what we want.  

Our EGO will try its best to keep us stuck, because for us to improve, it needs to die.  Why?  It's because by becoming a better version, the current ego must no longer exist.  Guess what?  It doesn't want to die.  However, the ego itself isn't the enemy.  It is designed to protect us from harm.  We just need a new one that will serve our new selves.  The alternative is that the old one becomes a horrible master.

AMOR FATI

Thank you and good night.   

11 11 Portal: Welcome to the Concrete Jungle

"Manifestations happen in unpredictable sequences."

-Master Sri Akarshana

So, today the 1111 Portal is open for the next few days.  Its energies will last for a while longer.  However, the intentions we set during this window will likely manifest sooner due to its high emotional energy.  We just need to be careful about what we are focused on.  See, what appears in our reality can also be good or bad.  That is the consequence of what is called a "high speed railway"; what we want AND what we don't want can appear and FAST!  It is also said that when emotions are high, intelligence is low.  I know personally, I've already been triggered lol.  Hey, it's ok.  We're all human, right?  Just know people are going to do some stupid shit, ok?  We need to focus back to what we want, let go of what doesn't serve us, and work towards what we want.  Easier said than done, of course.  Let's try anyway, yeah? 

AMOR FATI

Thank you and good night.

P.S. I added asterisks and a footnote to the previous blog entry, as well as some clarifications.  This is to mitigate any possible confusion and/or misinformation as to what I wrote.   

P.P.S. This blog entry is officially the 200th post.  :-)

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E-Day 2024

 "The only true wisdom is in knowing you know nothing."

-Socrates

E-Day of course refers to the US Presidential Election.  We could speculate all day long as to who might win.  Despite the division currently in this country, it appears that the old way of doing things is collapsing.  The evidence of this is clearly visible in the candidates that are running.  

I mean, one of them is a woman.  Not only that, a non-White woman.  Also, there were females from both parties that ran for the position of Commander-in-Chief.  If we were to tell someone just 20 years ago that a non-White woman would be in the primaries, we might have gotten laughed at.  Now, it's a reality, whether we like it or not.  Should this person win in an unlikely turn of events, we will yet to see if she can do the job.  The fact that it's even as close of a race as it is, is quite impressive and deserves accolades, regardless of outcome.*  

On the other hand, we have the other candidate that has given us the "gift of exposure".  What does that mean?  That is, this person is like a flashlight beaming on a dirty floor in the dark, revealing all the "cockroaches" running around for cover.  In other words, the sentiment has been made blatantly clear of many individuals, who would have been otherwise well-mannered towards their neighbor with a different point of view, now feeling compelled to boldly act out their opinions against the opposition.  

When done right, this could lead to a revolution for the betterment of all in this country and the world, but only IF such opposition is oppressive and corrupt.  However, it seems that what has happened is the opposite overall.  We all remember January 6th in the last election, right?  Yeah, not good.  

Could things truly change under either administration?  And if so, are these changes going to really make our country better or worse?  Perhaps the most obvious and important question is: How will our individual lives change as a result of who won?  The answer: Not much.  We're caught up in this drama of what is just a "popularity contest".  Many will lean on whoever is elected to solve all their personal woes.  That's not just not taking responsibility, it's also immature at best!  So, no matter who wins, we must keep calm, and carry on.

AMOR FATI

Thank you and good night.   

* This blog was written at the time when both the electoral and popular votes were much closer according to the Associated Press or AP [EC: Kamala 210, Trump 230], and is not reflective of the final result.

111: Operation Manifestation

"To keep going in baseball, you have to learn all the time.  I love to play.  When I can't get outs, I'll stop."

-Fernando Valenzuela

November 1st marks the 111 New Moon portal in intense Scorpio.  It is likely that we have already experienced that pull to take action, as this sign, like ambitious Aries, is also ruled by Mars.  This means we've taken on a "warrior's mentality", and are given that essential boost of morale to take on what we've been holding back on.  Whether it's a engaging in a new project or undertaking steps towards changing life circumstances for the better, such vibrant energy is just the encouragement we need.  The portal is due to stay open for another couple of days or so.  Even with it closing then, our inspiration will continue to burn on, so as long as we close the chapter of our past, and venue forth moving forward.  It's time for us to forgive ourselves and others, and take ownership of what we can control; which is our thoughts, feelings, and actions.  Never mind what the "other" guy is doing.  What are WE doing?

AMOR FATI

Thank you and good night.

P.S. Today is also Fernando Valenzuela's birthday (November 1, 1960).  He would have turned 64.  That World Series Championship Parade today in LA was for you, my friend.  There are no accidents in this Universe.  Rest in Power, "El Toro".

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Hunting for Europa

"Avoidance of conflict becomes a habit, and you lose the taste for battle. Feeling guilty is pointless; it is not your fault you have enemies."

-Robert Greene

So, the Hunter's Full Moon portal is now open until the approximately the 20th, with the actual full moon happening on the 17th in ambitious Aries.  The motivation and courage to move forward will get sparked during this time, thanks to this sign.  Also, in characteristic Aries fashion, this one will be a Supermoon.  It's as if there is a sudden burst in energy that calls forth our very best!  

Also, Venus is entering optimistic Sagittarius.  This could increase positivity in all types of relationships, whether romantic or platonic.  Having difficult yet candid conversations is key, while maintaining that balance of diplomacy, drawing power from the Libra season.  If we are a fire sign (Aries, Leo, Sagittarius), we must take extra care to navigate through this highly energetic period to optimize our results.

Now, I do want to mention the Robert Greene quote that I have at the start of this blog entry.  Yes, handle hard topics with others, but do so with as much grace as possible; especially if we are possibly in the wrong.  

In this case, we'll be the adult here, and admit fault with a sincere apology.  This is what I believe he is referring to.  I doubt he alludes to engaging in conflict just for the mere sake of not avoiding it.  Bottom line, it is required, regardless of the situation, to always "read the room".  Sometimes, it could be tactful to practice the art of silence, where speaking will only prove to escalate the situation.  Remaining silent at the appropriate time, can say much more than anything we could ever utter.

AMOR FATI

Thank you and good night.

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New Month, New Moon

"If you fear making anyone mad, then you ultimately probe for the lowest common denominator of human achievement."

-Jimmy Carter

The new month of October has already been greeted by the first former US President to reach the coveted age of 100!  While he's been heavily criticized by his opponents, many will still agree that he has added value to the world as a humanitarian, particularly post-presidency.  

On October 2nd, we will experience the New Moon in diplomatic Libra; along with the couple days leading up to it, as well as a couple of days after.  This is known as a portal, and it is currently open.  It is crucial to invest in self-care during this time.  Spend time in nature, and rest when needed.  If we've been feeling a bit fatigue lately, it is perfectly normal.  Also, learning to say "no" to requests obligating ourselves is vital to protect our energies, when necessary.

AMOR FATI 

Thank you and good night.