Horoscopes – Oct. 10 to Oct. 24, 2014

Posted on October 15, 2014 by tamumiles

West coast forest at duskAll Signs

October is the second month this year (the other being April) where we will see both a lunar and a solar eclipse. On top of that we will be able to enjoy two spectacular meteor showers. And just to throw more energetic and emotional drama into the mix, Mercury will be retrograde from October 4 to 25. Needless to say, this is a lot of astrological activity making for intense emotions, the possibility for things to go “wrong” (such as accidents, car and electronic failure, and miscommunication), and weird or disturbing, yet educational dreams meant to trigger us open from the inside.

However these kinds of events are also an opportunity to tune into and refine our link with the universe/mother earth/the sacred. This means that we have a chance to learn from our past decisions and experiences (whether painful or otherwise) through these astronomical events and the gateways they create on an energetic level.

So, let’s say that this year you decided to plunge into a new adventure/venture, take a chance and do what you dream to do. You have worked hard all year, you are starting to see some modicum of success, and you are feeling positive about the prospects and what you have accomplished. You can envision the future and you dream and plan for that future every day.

Then October comes along. Sales are down, you suddenly feel uninspired, or perhaps you have an accident that means you are not able to work for a period of time.

What is the universe trying to tell you, you ask as you shake your fists heavenward. Just what the heck is going on? You would think that with these celestial alignments and with the success you have already seen that things should go smoothly and you should be gaining momentum instead of having to slow down. Right?

Not necessarily. When these alignments take place, the universe uses them as gateways to facilitate change, which means promoting further work on clearing or changing old patterns, delving into and surfacing deep seeded issues that are currently held in denial, and cracking open the doors of permission to allow soul intent to occupy more space in the psyche, everyday consciousness, and the body.

Sadly, many people succumb to the victim role in this kind of situation, wondering what the universe is doing to them. Some may even find that circumstances get so bad that all they want to do is give up. They can’t see the blessing that these circumstances are actually bestowing upon them.

We live in a world where it is very easy to get caught up in the so called rat race. Where everything we do is quantified, qualified, and judged. We are easily stripped of the joy and beauty that we discover when we first high on the epiphany that we must follow our dreams and we begin to believe that we might actually be able to accomplish them. The world tells us that we must keep going faster and doing more. If we don’t keep up, if we don’t do it like others are doing it, then we are going to miss out, and then what was the point anyway?

The point, my dear friends, is to remember why you started; to keep that dream burning brightly inside you and to trust in it with every fiber of your being. But this means that you also have to listen. There is something you are not hearing that your soul/psyche/body is trying to tell you. Somehow you have gotten off track. Slow down, let the universe show you, or reflect back to you, the core reason for doing what you have set out to do. In doing so you may find that you have to tweak your plans, you may have to eliminate distractions, people, and certain short-term goals that, when you really feel and think about them, have nothing to do with the big picture.

This information applies to any life situation you may be going through. Take a moment to step back and listen, really listen, to the core of your intent. Whether you are in a bad relationship, dealing with a family situation (kids that are out of control, etc.), dealing with a health issue, a job that is draining the life out of you, or any number of other life circumstances, utilize the alignments that are happening this month to hear what your soul, the universe, and the earth are signalling to you. Align your mind, body, and spirit and think from your gut, not your head. Be warned, if you lie to yourself and try to keep going on a path that you “think” is the “right” one, you will end up causing more pain and/or complications for yourself.

Aries – Mar. 21 to Apr. 19

You have a little growing up, or maturing, to do and this time it’s about love. How you express your love, what you think love means to you, and how you receive love. You tend to think that if the object of your affection doesn’t respond the way you would like them to, that they are not actually showing you love. This can be very damaging both for you and your loved one because often those we care about need to express love in ways that is not all mushy gushy and head over heels passionate. Sometimes they have to give us tough love. You don’t like this very much. You think it means that they have turned their back on you, that they don’t care, that they don’t understand, that they are being cruel, or even that you have done something wrong. Being wrong is not the point. In some way or another you need tough love over the next while. Your partner, child, sibling, or parent is trying to get you to see the bigger picture, trying to help you get your head out of your ass, and if you don’t pay attention to what they are trying to tell you, you are just going to end up wallowing in your own self-pity and missing the point.

Taurus – Apr. 20 to May 20

Your focus is too narrow these days. Your mind is too busy sorting in to categories and sub categories, plotting and rearranging. There is nothing inherently wrong with this, except for that  right now it means that you are taking old data and regurgitating it and not leaving any room for new vision. You feel the potential for your ability to really master whatever project or skill you are focussing on. You know that it’s there and it’s so tangible you can almost taste it. However, sifting through old life experiences, old lessons learned, and what other people have told you are “tried and true” methods will not lead you in the right direction. Instead of being analytical with your head, instead of taking one stream of information and trying to pick through it with a fine tooth comb to prove that you know what you’re talking about, you need to fall in love with the whole picture all over again. You need to step back and look at all facets of your creation from your core and remember why you started pursuing it in the first place. What do you love about it? Why did it draw you in? Why have you put so much time and energy into it? Doing this will allow new vision to come into your field and give you inspiration and it will show you that you really know more about what you’re doing than you had any idea.

Gemini – May 21 to Jun. 20

In some way or another you have been released from the chains that bound you. This is either in the form of the responsibility you had toward someone or something, or in the form of someone having direct control over your life and the choices you make. More than likely you did not see that you were bound by these chains, and the reality that they are now gone has sent you into a kind of shock. Now, instead of being excited about the future and the possibilities that await you, you are feeling lost and you have no idea what path you want to take. To deal with this you are going to have to see this new phase in your life as an adventure. You are going to have to let go and allow yourself to wander with the wonderment of a child. There is no right direction at this time because you finally have the ability to discover what it is you want in the first place. Admit it, you don’t really know what you like or dislike, or why. You haven’t given much conscious thought to what you’d like to be “when you grow up.” These are the kinds of decisions you have learned to look to others to make for you. You have been like a chameleon in order to provide yourself with a sense of safety, normalcy, and stability. Now all of that has been taken away from you, and you are going to have to learn how to create them on your own. Remember, adventure is the key word you want to focus on.

Cancer – Jun. 21 to Jul. 22

The next while is all about taking care of yourself, your mind and your body, and learning to work with others to get things done. We have two problems here: first, you don’t like to admit it but you’re not the greatest at taking care of yourself—you like to think you are, but you’re not. And second, you also like to think that you are better at doing things when others are around, the but the fact of the matter is you like to do things your way and you like to tell others how to do it. The first issue is a little hard for you to grasp because it’s not about having the right to demand that you have “down time” with your friends and forget your responsibilities, it’s about being able to get enough sleep, eat properly, and maintain mental balance so that you can get things done. The second is more about your ego. Now is a time of listening and learning for you, and the more people you can engage in learning from, the better. Taking part in projects where you are not the one in charge, where you are merely a cog in the wheel, would be a very good thing for you. And believe it or not, your soul just wants to teach you how to know more, and be more self-assured, from your own creative core.

Leo – Jul. 23 to Aug. 22

Look to your belly, dear Leo. Your sun is shining brightly and you are feeling a bit lighter and brighter these days. You will attract others to you with your enigmatic presence and you will find your ability, once again, to charm a room full of even the worst old biddies. At the same time you are still on an inner pilgrimage self-discovery. This journey has to be taken alone, no one can fill the hole you feel inside but you. This journey is actually a mission to loosen the control factors in your life, to release them physically from your body (wherever you house them in your flesh) and from your mind. Really look at who you interact with and what projects you take on, and why. Do these people and projects feed your soul, or do they suck the life out of you? If it’s the latter, you are going to quickly decide that enough is enough. Purging these people and projects will free up your energy and allow you to truly enjoy the intense and brightly burning fire of your solar plexus.

Virgo – Aug. 23 to Sept. 22

There really is no need for you to continuously compare yourself to others. This kind of thought process has turned into a cyclical mind game you play with yourself, one that you have a hard time stepping out of and leaving behind. You need to shine a light on all the unique and beautiful aspects of yourself and allow yourself to remember your worthiness. No matter how much you think you should, you will never do anything exactly the same as anyone else, and if you did, that would be pretty boring. For now, the only action required of you to deal with this problem is to imagine or pretend that you have a protective shield around your psyche. As much as you can, experience this protective shield and allow it to create a sense of privacy from the rest of the world. Practice doing things simply because you like doing them, not to please anyone else. Practice spending time alone with a good book or perhaps a pen and paper. And when you craft something, or even when your mind wanders, do your best not to call up other data you have collected that you can use as comparison. Let your work stand on its own.

Libra – Sept. 23 to Oct. 22

The universe is inundating you with information, insights, epiphanies, and creative fervour these days, but you are busy struggling with the moral implications. Ahem. Trust your integrity. Inner moral debates are not necessary and only serve to distract you from all the glory you could be experiencing. For some reason you have become afraid to butt heads with the established norm. If you trust your instincts and your innate integrity, you will just know when something is not appropriate to talk about. However, appropriateness is not the focus. If what you think and/or have come to understand causes a ruckus, well then perhaps it’s meant to shake up the beliefs and conditioned social etiquette responses of others. Hmmm? Perhaps it would help if you deliver the information if you take on the persona of your favourite character or favourite actor? Or maybe you should write a story and weave into the plot line the lessons you would like to depart to your fellow humans? The point is, sometimes using a creative venue can soften the blow.

Scorpio – Oct. 23 to Nov. 21

Think of that vast space where we all exist as nothingness, where the spark of life that eventually became you in the flesh here on this planet, was born. Think of the multitude of planets and stars and galaxies and moons. Think of all of the possibilities and the love that you have, as a creator being without the ego of your human mind, for the moment to moment creation of everything. Cause and effect. Seed and 3,000 year old cedar. Humanity and its dramas and joys and potential. Bring that love into your every day and allow ecstasy to seep into your life. Try not to think too far into the future, try not to get so wound up that your stomach hurts and you think you’re going to get an ulcer. Try to stay in the moment and keep your heart open.

Sagittarius – Nov. 22 to Dec. 21

Though it really might not look like it to others, you are on an inward path these days. What with your ability to blend into any social situation and to be the centre of attention at any party, others may believe that you are perhaps a little superficial or shallow; they have no external clues to indicate that you are on this inward journey. However, it isn’t just inwardly that you are travelling. You do have bug in your pants and your feet are itchy to wander. In both directions, inwardly and externally, you are moving toward a destination where time meets up with readiness. A circle is coming complete. A cycle is drawing to a close. A puzzle needs the last piece. There is an opportunity for you to feel whole and complete, to realize a long-cultivated dream, even if it felt eternally out of reach. Let your feet guide you, in both your imagination and in your bodied self. Respond to the itch to travel, learn, and discover. Magical moments of synchronicity are waiting to happen.

Capricorn – Dec. 22 to Jan. 19

Even if it scares the crap out of you, state your truth. Your real truth, not the antagonistic, ego centric opinions you have about others. Justice is ringing a loud and clear bell within you these days. You see and experience situations that are wrong and damaging to others and you feel you ought to say something. Follow that instinct. It’s okay to use tact and to choreograph your intervention, but don’t give up. Magic is waiting for you through the accomplishment of such tasks. Not only in an external, “wow this is awesome and I never saw this coming” kind of way, but also through the discovery of the power of your integrity. You often feel rage at injustice but you know that in the past you haven’t handled dealing with it very well. You have a tendency to either suddenly withdraw or, conversely, lash out and create a scene. Don’t worry, you will learn to hone your methods to acts of graceful and effective lashings that bring light and dialogue to situations that were too long hidden in darkness.

Aquarius – Jan. 20 to Feb. 18

Are you feeling like you are stuck in a rut? Do you have the equivalent of writer’s block? You were expecting something brilliant, weren’t you? Expecting the epiphany of all epiphanies to come along and illuminate the path to success? Well, be patient. Perhaps you are looking in all the wrong places. What if, instead of looking for inspiration in the outer world, you tried looking inward? This of course would require some alone-time where you are not distracting yourself with a million different gadgets or to-do lists, but I know you can do it. You need to learn to put your mind on pause and listen to the world around you. Sometimes you spend so much time charging ahead, you forget to turn around every once in a while and appreciate the roads you have travelled.

Pisces – Feb. 19 to Mar. 20

You have a lot of questions that don’t seem to have answers. The world looks a little bit big and scary and it’s made all the scarier because you know you have to make some changes to your life. These changes are not a bad thing, the problem is that you don’t know what they are yet. However, you have made assumptions based on choices and decisions you have made in the past. The power of these changes comes from the moon. Your ability to listen to what they really are and act from your core, comes from the slow and steady rebirth of your soul within your flesh. When you were a child, you were wide open. Your imagination was your playground and you revelled in the inner knowledge you had that magic does exist. Over time that knowledge becomes harder and harder to hold onto, and thus the moment-to-moment daily connection you had with your source-self waned and became a place of refuge you run to when times get tough. But your soul wants your permission to once again house more space within your flesh, to return magic and wonder to every part of your life. My advice? Don’t spend too much time worrying about what you’re supposed to do next. Follow your feelings and instincts and let the universe do the rest.

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Horoscopes – Sept. 27 to Oct. 10, 2014

Posted on September 28, 2014 by tamumiles
It is from out of the darkness that light emerges.

It is from out of the darkness that light emerges.

All Signs

At this time it’s important to remember the difference between feeling or being impassioned about something, and emotion or emoting. We all want to create or be part of change; we see and experience chaos, injustice, indifference, and corruption happening all around us, both in the micro of our lives and the macro of the planet, and it’s easy to get caught up in our own emotions about these often horrific deeds. However, we need to stay balanced and keep our integrity in whatever action we decide to take.

Feeling and being impassioned about something means that we are being pro-active, we are approaching an issue from a balanced perspective that means we are participating in a cause from a logical and compassionate view. When we are emotional and we use this emotion to join a cause, we are usually doing so in reaction to something. We want the ‘evil’ to be destroyed, and we are lashing out because of our own pain.

I’m not saying don’t join a cause or get involved in something that impassions you. I’m saying that whether you have a boss who is being unfair to you or you are a feminist coming out of your shell and you want to be part of the movement for equality, or you want to save the planet and put an end to the destruction of our environment, you need to keep grounded in your integrity and remember to see things from all sides.

When we are so busy fighting against something, we forget to see the brilliance and beauty that also surrounds us, and often people get hurt because we have trampled all over that beauty or brilliance without meaning to.

As a species we need to learn to work together, that is true. But the energy that can be created by a group of people with a common cause can have blinders on because those participating are swept up in the emotion they feel. They are reacting from the pain the injustice has caused them, instead of being pro-active because it’s the right thing to do. This emotion can act like a bulldozer, demolishing everything in it’s path in order to achieve a goal. What about the tender shoots budding out of the earth? What about those who are too weak or who are unable to speak for themselves? What about the many other causes that also need our attention?

So before you get on your high-horse about anything, ask yourself these questions:

  1. What is the big picture when it comes to this issue?
  2. Why do I feel so much emotion around this issue? Or, why am I so impassioned about it?
  3. Am I hurting anyone, or any thing, through the action I am taking to participate in this cause or issue?
  4. And finally, is my involvement the result of a reaction to pain I have experienced? Or am I coming from a balanced place that is inclusive and compassionate?

Aries – Mar. 21 to Apr. 19

You’ve felt like your stumbling around with no real direction and that you have not been able to accomplish what you envision in terms of your goals. Right? This feeling or reality is creating anger within you, making you feel tired, overwhelmed, feeling worthless, and causing you to lash out at others. The thing is, Aries, you are learning to trust the universe. Your feet and knees know where you are going and the anger you feel is created by the fact that you second guess this intuitive knowing and the plan that your soul has for you. You are in charge of your destiny, that is true. You do have to saddle up and make things happen, that is also true. However, magic awaits on the horizon. And it can only find you if you follow your feet; follow that undefinable feeling or intuitive knowing that spontaneity can bring. In other words, follow your heart, not your head. Your head has no idea what the heck is going on and it keeps messing things up through creating anxiety and paranoia in the over thinking of things. If you follow your feet (as they are linked to the longings of your heart) you will find yourself placed at the crest of a wave, at the forefront of an idea, and in alignment with all that you are.

Taurus – Apr. 20 to May 20

Change is coming your way. You have been asking to find others who are more on your level, those with whom you can share ideas and feel a sense of kindred heart, and the universe is responding. The inner journey you are on, the self-reflectiveness, need for alone time, and the wandering through the halls of your creative mind, is attracting these kindred spirits to you. This connection could be in the form of a new romantic relationship, but more likely they are simply beings who are ready for the same adventure you are. They are willing to wander into the land of playfulness and spontaneity. They are willing to take risks and dive into the hard work that comes with trying to achieve a common goal. The only ‘negative’ you have to watch out for with these newly formed relationships, is the all-to-easy falling-in-love-too-fast syndrome. Don’t let your intuition or good judgement be clouded by infatuation. Keep grounded in your own dreams and goals and everyday reality so that you are more able to sort through which relationships are the ones you need to foster, and which ones you need to let go of.

Gemini – May 21 to Jun. 20

You are ripe for the picking, dear Gemini. The universe is thrusting up through your energy field in full force. You have tons of energy behind you, and alongside you, if you choose to engage with it. The choice is yours. Whatever decisions you are faced with, whatever projects you are thinking of taking on, you are ready. You have stumbled into the ability to do what makes you feel whole or complete. Life may have seemed like it was chaotic and that you have had no control over your current circumstances, but this was all part of the greater picture. It’s time to leap. It’s time to trust. It’s time to know that you are ready and not to question this knowing with the clouded and indecisive ramblings of your mind. A leap of faith and a little bit of courage are all that are needed. Change is your friend, and if you take the plunge, if you go for your heart’s desires and do what you know is right for you, the stress and maybe even depression that you have been feeling, will be lifted. Go forth and prosper, my friend.

Cancer – Jun. 21 to Jul. 22

If you’re wondering why you have been experiencing what looks like setback, a streak of non-movement, a back road full of potholes, the answer is that it’s all in your head. The tendency to over-think, to analyze and speculate, is having the opposite effect than you intend. You have a lot on your plate and these multitude of things to do can make you feel like a) you are missing out on the fun things in  life, and b) you are overwhelmed and tired. This combination means that you, more often than not, decide that you deserve some time off because you “just can’t do it anymore.” This is the thinking that has to change. First, you have to let go and let be, to some extent. Then you must force yourself to keep your eye on the prize, the long-term goal you are working toward, and remind yourself that the intensity you are in the midst of will pass and you will move into a stage of balance and harmony. Make the best use of your time and remember you are not missing out on anything (life is not passing you by while you sweat and toil). Make lists, and stick to them. When friends call, politely decline their invites and finish the work that must be done in the moment. I promise, it will pay off.

Leo – Jul. 23 to Aug. 22

It is your task at this time to preserve and protect the life force within you. The source of your being, your soul, your spirit, the core of who you are between lifetimes, is fully present within you and is doing its best to bring you magic and send you messages. But it is fragile, like a seed that has just sprouted. You may feel that you can’t stand groups of people for very long, that what others say about you or your life can hit you pretty hard and make you feel emotional or even attacked. This is a new experience for you as you’re usually pretty good at letting what other’s think roll off you like water off a duck’s back. But what this says, what your source is trying to tell you, is that you are at a new phase in your life, and this phase is tender and needs you to treat it with the same mothering energy you would a newborn child. Be respectful of yourself, don’t move too fast, don’t take too much on, and spend lots of time alone and in your own imagination. And keep in mind that when this phase passes, you will shift into full-on building mode and life will once again become more external and busy.

Virgo – Aug. 23 to Sept. 22

Just focus on one problem at a time. Don’t get wrapped up or swept away by the grandiose stories of the big picture, you’ll only stress yourself out. Keep your focus narrowed on one project, thing, dilemma, conversation, or action. There is a big picture happening in your life, of course, but your job right now is to stay present with the now. In this way you are learning what it truly means to go moment-to-moment and to free up your perception of what should happen to allow for what is happening. Follow your feelings, they will guide you in the right direction. If you feel like moving in a particular direction, but you think you should be doing something else, then you only succeed in taking yourself off track and allowing your mind to shut you off from spontaneous magic; you are teaching yourself not to trust your instincts. Your instincts, or your soul, are trying to teach you that though it may feel chaotic, through living moment-to-moment without worrying about the big picture, that the big picture is in fact being taken care of in ways that you cannot currently understand or imagine.

Libra – Sept. 23 to Oct. 22

Do you know how to play? How to let go and just be in the moment and enjoy life and all it has to offer? Do you know how to set free your imagination without censoring the creative pulse in your heart? You might think you do, but I would beg to differ. It’s time to invent new ways to play, to learn to go with the flow and to follow your feelings. Sure, you know how to have fun, in a structured sort of way. You get bend out of shape when things get too outside your comfort zone and if you feel you have lost control in any way. So the universe is challenging you to open up and explore your playful and creative side, to loose the critic, to stop being analytical, and to set yourself free of the confines that this mind-over-matter mentality can create. If at first this practice leaves you feeling disappointed – in other words, if you thought that everything would immediately come up roses and it’s proving to be more difficult than that – have patience. Sometimes when we strip away old patterns they rear their ugly heads to stop us from moving on and learning new things. Don’t listen to their negative voices. A happier you is just around the corner, if you’d just allow it to be.

Scorpio – Oct. 23 to Nov. 21

You are the fool. You are the one who keeps trusting, despite all the crap the world tries to throw your way. This can be a little hard on both heart and mind, but don’t let yourself get discouraged. Trust that everything will come together in synthesis and that the universe is on your side. Whatever you are working toward, and however hard it may seem, however many road blocks you may run into, there is light at the end of the tunnel. Most of these road blocks are merely politics anyway. They are the result of petty arguments and distractions created by others to throw you off track. These politics also serve the function of oppressing you, making you feel as though you have no freedom, cannot move in any direction, and that your thoughts and actions are censored. The minute you participate, or buy into this perception, you will close the door to the synthesis that is trying to come your way. Don’t believe the propaganda that tells you that you are not worthy.

Sagittarius – Nov. 22 to Dec. 21

I know you can be a loner, that you find more comfort in the gallery of your own thoughts than in the cacophony of a crowd, but right now you need to step out of your own head and engage with others. Through sharing with kindred-heart and those who are like-minded you will find a sense of reward. What does this reward look like, you ask? Well, you are searching for something, are you not? With your mind and your intellect you have been sending feelers out into the world seeking for a spark of brilliance. To you brilliance means anyone who think outside the box, who is not trapped by social or cultural conditioning. And you’ve been getting frustrated because no matter how hard you search, you haven’t been able to find these kinds of people. Well, it’s time to get creative and get off the computer/internet. Try getting out and meeting people in person, sharing ideas while at the same time enjoying the physical company of others. There is something to be said for the exchange of energy that happens when people are in the same room as opposed to isolated behind screens.

Capricorn – Dec. 22 to Jan. 19

I know you are prone to bouts of black moods brought on by existential wonderings. I also know that you often speculate about whether the universe is on your side or just shitting on you. But I also know something you don’t (or that you are not allowing yourself to know at this time): the universe is on your side. In fact, there is nothing in your way but your mind. The creator being that is you, that decided to seed itself on this planet, wants you to learn how to celebrate your own existence. Yes, this world we were born into, this messed up place that humanity is quickly doing its best to destroy, can cause a lot of heartache and make the best of us feel defeated before we have even begun. But that’s not the whole story. We are each like a grain of sand on the beach. The tide goes in and out and we are forced to move with its ebb and flow. Sometimes we find ourselves nestled up against a clam shell, other times we are accidentally ingested by a crab, digested, and deposited far from home. Yet still the sea keeps churning and the cycle of life keeps adapting. The point of the metaphor is to say that you can’t know, with any certainty, the greater story that is taking place, either for your life, or the planet. It’s okay to just live once in a while, it’s okay to follow your heart, it’s okay to trust and let go, and it’s okay to be happy and pull your head out of the chasm of darkness that can so easily surround you. By doing so, you are doing nothing wrong.

Aquarius – Jan. 20 to Feb. 18

If it feels like you are moving beyond friends or loved ones in terms of your perception and growth, it’s because you are. You are learning about bringing balance into your life and while you are doing this you are able to more clearly see how those around you are not. You can see how they are not listening to their calling, how they are throwing themselves off track through mindless distraction, and how they are causing themselves sorrow by repeating negative patterns that they refuse to let go of. And even though you can see this, you carry around a lot of guilt about the fact that you are able to move forward and they are not. You feel guilty for leaving them behind, like you should be saving them somehow. Well, my advice is to let this guilt go. The process of rebirth that you are experiencing needs your full and undivided attention, and if you try to turn around and pull others out of the quagmire of stupidity, you will only be causing yourself to once again shut down and become stagnant. Once you have gone through this process and you get through to the other side and once again find your strength, then perhaps you will be able to pass on the knowledge you have gained and help those you care about. Remember that each of us has our own story, our own destiny, and you are not responsible for the choices that others make. Be proud of yourself and keep on truckin’!

Pisces – Feb. 19 to Mar. 20

Have courage, Pisces. You might feel like curling up in a ball and hiding from the world over the next couple of weeks, but you must keep going. The tender valleys of your heart and the vulnerable sparks of your solar plexus are flowering and this means that your soul is working toward the housing of your totality within your flesh. You feel scared and overwhelmed by this. You see the multitude of things to be done and your daydreamy self says, “wait a second, I don’t know if I can do all of this.” Well you can, and you will. But don’t worry about that so much right now. What you need to worry about is protecting that vulnerable flower. To do this, take baby steps in the direction of your dreams. It doesn’t matter how much you get done in a day, it just matters that you do something. It matters that you keep believing in you dream and not allowing the opinions of others to demolish your self-esteem. And it matters that you gather what you need from around you and learn to receive the energy that is directed your way. And don’t waste this energy with petty distractions. Hoard it and store it for later, because you are going to need it.

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Horoscopes – Sept. 12 to Sept. 26

Posted on September 11, 2014 by tamumiles
Let every moment be infused with the sacred.

Let every moment be infused with the sacred.

All Signs

Don’t sit back on your heels and let life happen to you. Take control of where you are going, what you want, and the overarching reach of your destiny. Destiny is a funny word because we too easily take it to mean that we don’t have any say in the trajectory of our lives, that some all powerful force has mapped out everything that is supposed to happen to us and controls what we are here to do. But this is a rather narrow view, wouldn’t you say? Destiny is why we chose to birth into this reality. Destiny is that thread of self that we are beyond our bodies as it weaves with the planet and those we encounter along life’s journey. It is about being part of the adventure that is in the now of our everyday.

So with that in mind, choose to go on the adventure. Take what you are passionate about and put it into action. Paint pictures in your mind of what you want your future to look like and stop questioning whether or not these goals and dreams are “good enough.” When it comes from within us, when it is cultivated in the heart and grown within the vast expanse of our imagination, how could it be wrong? Having expectations about how these dreams are “supposed” to work is what can cause stress and anxiety. We are always in a delicate balance of allowing the dream to manifest through our intentions and through the practical shaping we do with our hands, and letting go to, and being adaptable to, change.

Protect, like a mother, the tender recesses of your heart, and the tender dreams that live there. Don’t let predators or energy sucking vampires steal your thunder, your momentum, or allow them to deter you by trying to convince you that you are somehow wrong. Think of yourself as a momma bear when it comes to your dreams. Sometimes you’re going to have to stand up and fight, other times you are going to have to feed your children, and sometimes you are going to have to hide from an enemy. But most of all, you are a mother who savours the small moments in the sunshine, watching your children learn and grow, and sharing in the joy of the everyday.

So no, now is not a time to sit back and pretend like you don’t have any control. You have all the control and now is the time to trust your gut, go after what you want through following your passion, and conquering your fear enough to let your dreams and the light they create shine out into the world.

Don’t. Back. Down.

Aries – Mar. 21 to Apr. 19

Many hands make light work. You know the saying, right? You want to move forward in your life, you want to create and set yourself free from labours that are not of love. But you can’t do this without the participation of others. You have to broaden your scope and stop being so stubborn and prideful. Co-creation will enable and empower you to succeed. But if you try to keep doing it all on your own, or keep believing that you are already doing it all on your own, you are going to end up with nothing but disappointment and the overwhelming urge to give up. Now now, Aries, stop sulking. You have more help than you realize, so take your head out of your derrier and see the light of day. Who is there with you, who has stood by you and believed in you, who is on your side that you are ignoring? It’s time to fully engage with them, to get excited about ideas and working together, to alleviate your depression and low self-esteem through the act of joyful co-creation.

Taurus – Apr. 20 to May 20

You’re tired of compromising, aren’t you? The goals you have been building toward, the dream that you have held close to your heart and spent every waking breath trying to make happen doesn’t allow for compromise, especially when it’s with people or circumstances that are too narrow minded. Unfortunately you are having to deal with a whole lot of negativity being thrown at you because of your unwillingness to compromise. People think you are unreasonable and they are even trying to either make you change your vision or take it away from you all together. This can be extremely frustrating and I’m sure that sometimes you just want to give up. However, the key right now is to create a protective bubble around yourself. This doesn’t mean closing your perception to all angles and points of view, but it means remembering that you are on the right track and not allowing others’ opinions to deter you from your present course. Remember, if you are following your passion, if it feels right in your gut when no-one else is around, then you are on the right track. Do your best to stay centred. This too shall pass.

Gemini – May 21 to Jun. 20

The time is fast approaching when you will no longer be able to stand in limbo and think that you can leave the final decision for later on down the road. I know, I can feel the fear this creates in your solar plexus when you think about it. You are still not sure about which direction you should go in, which option is the right one, or if even beginning is a good idea. Well, you won’t get anywhere unless you start and no matter what you do you are not making a wrong choice. You are going to have to have courage, you are going to have to decide to start, no matter the direction, to build the foundations of your future. Whatever it is, whether it’s starting a new job or project, learning a new skill, starting or ending a relationship, all you have to do is have enough courage to make the decision to do it.

Cancer – Jun. 21 to Jul. 22

Up to now things have felt a little disjointed, haven’t they? It seems like you just get ahead and get everything figured out and then the universe decides to throw you a curve ball. Well, this has all been for learning purposes — learning about your limits and how to better manage your plans and what your priorities really are. But things are about to change. Not only are you going to find that all parts of yourself are better integrated with each other, but you are also going to start seeing that your outer world is blissfully experiencing some synergy. One project will feed another, one idea with inspire another, and so on and so forth. Keep in mind the lessons you have been learning over the past while about paying attention to all your different personalities and aspects of your psyche and soul and use that information to keep growing and becoming more whole with all of those different aspects being in peace and harmony with each other.

Leo – Jul. 23 to Aug. 22

There’s a battle raging within you. You want the reward you can see at the end of the tunnel, you want to attain your goals and go after your dreams, but you are deeply afraid of the death that has to take place, stripping old patterns and ways of doing things, ways of thinking, and even letting go of friends and acquaintances. Now, fearless Leo is never afraid of anything. Am I right? So your mind is telling you that what I’m saying is pure rubbish. You know that you need to let go, you know that a death/rebirth needs to take place and you’ve been doing your best to allow this to happen, all the while thinking that you are doing what is required. So why then, are you not moving in the direction you would like? Take a closer look. Maybe what you are most afraid of is the silence and stillness required by your psyche and soul at this time, and the aloneness that this silence creates. Outer stimulation, though it may be comforting in the short term, is only causing you needless distraction from yourself. Go for the silence of the soul and stop back peddling. I know you can do it.

Virgo – Aug. 23 to Sept. 22

Others have been trying to tell you that you’re doing it wrong. They have been projecting their own fears onto you and making you question yourself. But they’re the ones who are mistaken, you are not doing anything wrong. Trust in your integrity. Trust that your integrity is whole and intact and that you will achieve what you have set out to do without compromising yourself or harming others. You do not need to feel shame for feeling the way you feel or for doing things how you see to do them. You do not deserve to be berated or belittled. Seek out those who are like minded and trust that the universe will respond and bring them into your life. You have allies that you haven’t even met yet, and these allies can help you with everything from getting out of a damaging relationship to building your dream and making it happen. Take an active stance, find groups, events, and talk to others about what you need and what you are experiencing. You are not alone.

Libra – Sept. 23 to Oct. 22

Building for your future has becoming exhausting. You are taxed to your limit and are now finding yourself lethargic and wanting to cocoon into your own space and thus escape the demands of the world. However, now is not the time to give up. You’ve got to remember and house your original intent and the passion and energy behind that intent. The exhaustion won’t last forever, and just because you are experiencing it doesn’t mean that you shouldn’t keep going. Try thinking outside the box. Try doing things differently than you normally do them, even if doing so means that you are seen as the rebel and people don’t really seem to understand where you’re coming from. Being the rebel will help to relieve stress (even if it’s because the action of doing so causes comic relief), and will help you to remember the drive and energy you had to begin building in the first place.

Scorpio – Oct. 23 to Nov. 21

You have a tremendous amount of love to give at this time. So much in fact, that at times it hurts. You see the potential in everyone, you see their glory and their magnificence, and you also see their pain. However, this brilliance that is emanating from your chest is causing you to feel isolated. It seems as though people either don’t want to accept your love, or they don’t reciprocate it. How to deal with this? How do you heal the pain that accompanies the gushing of love? Focus on your creativity, whatever that means to you. Do things that inspire you, make you feel full and accomplished, and to which you can devote that intense heart energy. Because really, what your soul is trying to tell you is that it’s time to fall in love with you. You are worthy of this love, and more than that, you too are glorious. You need to stop focussing on others for a while so that you can lay the foundations for your dream. Many of you are still dancing around the fringes of your purpose, afraid to dive in because you think you are not good enough. Take some self-time, explore what being creative means to you, and fall in love with the brilliance that is you.

Sagittarius – Nov. 22 to Dec. 21

Time to celebrate, my friend. You are moving into a new phase wherein you will not experience the same kind of devastating, life crumbling, episodes as you have over the past while. You are entering a time of learning, and your fear around learning is falling away like so much dead skin. And what are you learning? Well you see, sometimes time folds in on itself and we experience years as though they have been days. You are learning how to close the gaps between the magical and innocent times in your life and do away with the times of cultural conditioning and pain. This means that you are preparing for big change, change that isn’t quite here yet, but is on the horizon. Follow your innocence, follow what makes you curious, and shut out the voices of derision or disbelief. Your goal isn’t to be “socially acceptable” anyway, so celebrate the fact that you are able to shed this expectation and get on with doing what makes you happy.

Capricorn – Dec. 22 to Jan. 19

Get ready for big change. In fact it will feel like a transformation. You have been spending the last quite-a-few-years gently testing the waters. You have been searching, both inwardly and outwardly, for what it is that you feel called to do. Slowly you have been putting together the pieces, defining your likes and dislikes, what you are passionate about, and discovering those things that you cannot help but do in your everyday life. You are finding your voice. And slowly you are discovering that those little things, those actions you take every day to bring yourself clarity and a sense of peace and accomplishment, are what you are here to do and what give you pleasure. You are discovering that you are able to speak about your knowing of the world, the universe, and life in general, and be heard by a great variety of people. Yet you are able to do this while protecting the inner you. Protecting yourself is a skill you’ve learned over your lifetime and is one that are just beginning to see the value of. So get ready to launch, get ready to feel energized, and remember that you have lots and lots of help, both spiritually/energetically and from those who love you.

Aquarius – Jan. 20 to Feb. 18

Whatever it is that you are debating about doing, or not doing, stop debating. The universe is trying to give you every signal it can. You need to engage and stop sitting on the fence and debating the issue. The thing is, you know that once you decide there are going to be those that try to oppress your ideas or your movement. They will lay down barriers and make life difficult for you. However, the flip (and positive) side is that you will be riding high on the crest of a wave. In other words, whatever you are debating about doing, you have positioned yourself at the forefront. You are listening to a deeper voice and seeing a bigger picture. So even when those other voices get loud with their complaining, remember that you can see what they cannot and in the end they will be happy you took the action you did.

Pisces – Feb. 19 to Mar. 20

Time to engage with the achiever in you, Pisces. No longer are you required to stand at the window and think about tomorrow and what things could be like. Embrace the totality of today, what you have accomplished, and the momentum that you have built. You’ve got many different projects all happening at once and this sometimes makes you feel like you can’t keep up with the deadline of tasks you have created. In order to deal with this, you need to focus on and illuminate the moment. Help the moment come alive with your playfulness and creativity. Sometimes you’re just too damned serious. In any case, in no time at all you are going to be too busy to allow your mind to obsess over tomorrow or obsess about what you think you’re doing wrong. You’re just going to have to keep going. This is what you asked for, right?

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Horoscopes – Aug. 29 to Sept. 11, 2014

Posted on August 29, 2014 by tamumiles

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Many of us are carrying around guilt related to our loved ones. We know that we have somehow let them down, or we have experienced being let down by them. This is not easy to deal with, especially when we have invested our hearts, time, energy, and long-term goals and dreams into the relationship.

The two energies might seem very different, but ultimately they’re not.

If you are the one who has been let down, if the expectations you had about the relationship have not been met, time and time again, then you are most likely dealing with a deep sorrow, a hole in your heart that feels like it could never be filled. The tendency to get angry might feel a little more than overwhelming. In fact, anger might be your coping mechanism.

If you are the one who has let down your loved one, if you have not been real with yourself or that loved one about what you can and cannot do and have therefore not been able to meet with their expectations, then the guilt will be tormenting you. You might not be able to show it. You may be defensive and trying to put on a show of bravado, because what could be worse than letting them down again?

Neither sorrow now guilt are going to solve anything. Nor is lack of communication by either party. Deep down inside, you know this. Well, you ask, what is the Universe telling you to do about it? Because ultimately neither situation — being let down or letting someone down — are the result of negative or “evil” intentions. We all have our reasons, and those reasons are always fear based.

The universe is asking you, your soul is asking you, and your loved one, deep down inside and maybe unconsciously is asking you to own up to what you are really feeling and to clearly communicate this truth.

By turning in, by delving deep into our emotions and being real about what we really want and need, we are discovering our totality and claiming it as part of our every day. And what’s wrong with that? Isn’t love about not only accepting a person for who they really are, but also celebrating it?

The “let down” syndrome is merely a result of not being real with ourselves and with those we love. If we try to meet expectations that are not in line with our inner intent then we are destined to let both ourselves and those we love down. And this, is the ultimate betrayal.

Aries – Mar. 21 to Apr. 19

Ahh, change is coming. Can you feel it? There are new possibilities on the horizon, and things feel like they are falling into place. Don’t be fooled though. This change is not coming from the outside, it’s not the universe, other people, or outside circumstances that are going to bring you what you are looking for. No, this change is coming from the inside. You are changing, and thus your outer world will change as a result. The change is you learning to accept your own brilliance, to see it for what it is, and to no longer deny it presence within your energy. You have been indecisive about doing what makes you feel whole and complete. You have stood on the cusp, always allowing perceived need and immediate necessity to dictate your actions. Remember that your intent, your will, is in charge. So whatever you decide to do, is your decision, and your decision alone. Start choosing what makes you feel whole, stop putting on the back burner what brings you joy, and magic will come your way.

Taurus – Apr. 20 to May 20

Utilize the routine of daily, mundane activities to learn about how much insight you have into the world around you. Taking out the trash, doing dishes, vacuuming the floor, going to work, all of these things can seem monotonous and boring. However, if you use these activities as a gateway to a kind of meditation, a kind of ceremony you perform to pay homage to everything life has brought you and all the gifts that it has bestowed upon you, you will open up your capacity to be conscious of your abilities to see into others, circumstances, and events. You have an inner shaman, but this inner shaman has been kept under lock and key. Why? Because you have been focused on the logistics. For you, if it’s not practical then it is of no use. But that is trying to change. The inner shaman has found the key and opened the door to your consciousness, and it is doing so gently, so as not to frighten you, through the ordinariness of every day activities.

Gemini – May 21 to Jun. 20

Sometimes it’s necessary to retreat and become a hermit. Doing so allows us time for inner reflection and is healthy for the soul. However, like everything else in nature, things change and you are coming out of your cocoon. The hermit has left the mountain top. And who are you now that you are coming back into the world of people, activity and distraction? Well, you are your own personal master. You have insight that you previously did not, you have strength and drive, and you know in what direction you are heading. Don’t be afraid to act. Don’t be afraid to trust your gut and follow your intuition. You are on the right track, so don’t let uncertainty cloud the clarity you have found when it comes to your inner knowing. You are mutable, you can take on any role required in any situation. This does not mean that you risk losing yourself. It means that you know how to invite the friendliness and cooperation of others through being what is required in the moment.

Cancer – Jun. 21 to Jul. 22

You are setting off into unknown territory. New experiences are on the horizon, and while this may at first give you a rush of energy, it could taper off into disappointment if you hold too many expectations instead of being receptive to what the universe wants to bring you. These are exciting times and you have an endless well of support and energy on your side, so utilize that energy as much as possible. When times get tough, when you are faced with too heavy a work-load, or you must deal with a project that challenges you to the point of tears, try to stay open. If you don’t, if you let yourself get discouraged because you think you don’t know what you’re doing, then you are closing the door to the energy that is available to you and ultimately letting yourself down. You will have become unwilling to take the bad with the good on this adventure that your soul has created for you. So when the going gets tough, stay open and remember to shine from within.

Leo – Jul. 23 to Aug. 22

Time to stop doing what’s expected of you, my friend. Time to stop guarding your heart and keeping what you truly think and feel locked behind your lips. The conditioned responses, the ‘shoulds’ and ‘have tos’, have kept you separate from your intent. Time to seek new vision through play. Follow a whim and dance in the garden at midnight. Nothing is beyond the scope of reality for you. Let your imagination wander. And, as much as you can, try to consciously let go of all the ties that bind you. Doing so is not a lack of love on your part. It is a boost in self-love that is much needed. You need to cultivate your own possibilities. And you will be able to do so through allowing yourself to be attracted to those things that bring you joy through the act of play. Keep your integrity (in other words, be real and honest with people about what you need right now), but don’t let the needs of others exhaust you anymore. Take out the hooks they have fastened to your will chakra and set yourself free.

Virgo – Aug. 23 to Sept. 22

Stop fighting! You are only going against the natural movement of your being by pushing against what is trying to flower within you and trying to stuff it away. If you let go, if you nurture the ideas, and the vulnerable, tentative burgeonings of your heart, magic will come to you. Not only that, but the movement you are looking for, the forward propulsion that brings new experiences and opportunities, will be able to free itself up. As it is, you feel stuck in the mud. However, though you long for this movement, you are also afraid of it because it means stepping outside of your comfort zone and challenging yourself by putting out to the world what you have kept hidden beneath the layers of regular routine. Maybe what you’re afraid of is the fact that you are the master of your own destiny, and it’s easier to blame others when things don’t work out than to own that you had any part in it.

Libra – Sept. 23 to Oct. 22

Summon the courage to love, dear Libra. Summon the courage to truly open your heart and let the love that wants to come to you, and the love that you have to give, flow freely. You get a little bit too worried about the moral implications of what you feel or what others feel for you and thus you keep yourself isolated. Expressing your feelings and being vulnerable is one of your life lessons. There’s something inside you that says that if you do open up, if you do allow yourself to become vulnerable and accept and give love the way your heart desires, that you will lose your integrity and get lost in trying to hoard that love and you will look like a mushy loser or an attention vampire, or something along those lines. Don’t worry. You might go through a phase of stumbling around and looking a bit like a fool, but in the long run, you can only benefit. I promise.

Scorpio – Oct. 23 to Nov. 21

When you have patience, your life will be filled with harmony. Quick and vengeful reactions will only cause discord and leave you feeling exhausted and scattered. Things are happening as they should, and whatever you have on the go needs time to mature before movement can take place the way you want it too. So back off, take some time for inner reflection, and utilize this time to make sure that all aspects of whatever project you are working on, whatever issue you are dealing with, are as perfect as you can make them. In other words, use this time to fine-tune and wait to see what the universe has in store for you. In other news, the feeling of being an outsider that has been haunting you these days, has to do with the protective shell you have placed around yourself. It also has to do with the fact that you are too much in your head, trying explain everything with logic, when logic isn’t necessarily what is needed. This stance, or action, will only cause postponement of the project or your ability to deal with the issue, causing you more frustration. Relax, my friend. And take deep breaths. Listen with your heart, instead of your head.

Sagittarius – Nov. 22 to Dec. 21

Brace yourself for the winds of change, because they will be a blowin’. It is very important for you to remain open and receptive during this time and to practice bending like a tree in a winter storm. Though some of this change will feel overwhelming, challenging, and downright hard to deal with, it is important for you to pass through it with conscious, ready acceptance as it is the inner shaman or seer in you that is being coaxed to the surface. You are fine-tuning your ability to look past the layers of denial presented to you by others. You are also learning to spot global family or kindred heart without the culturally learned patterns of your upbringing. In other words, you are stripping away your own judgement and this will help you to find those with whom you can create, share, and be open with while feeling safe and protected. So celebrate the fact that you are getting rid of the old and welcoming the new.

Capricorn – Dec. 22 to Jan. 19

When you look at what you’re dealing with, from all angles, the solution can only be to respond with playfulness. You’re still stuck in analyzing all the bits and pieces (to death) and you’re causing yourself a headache. Yes, you need to pay attention to reality, but it’s the attitude with which you do so that I’m talking about. Life is what you make it, so if you are able to shift your perspective to seeing the beauty in things and intending for joy and laughter, you might find that your heart is a little less heavy and the problems you are faced with aren’t as huge as you thought they were. Imagine that right now you’re standing on a ball, juggling candles, and playing a bugle. All the while you are worried that a monkey is going to pop the ball. Sound a bit like how you are experiencing life these days? In reality, this is all in your head. My advice to you is this: approach everything  with an attitude of pure naiveté. You don’t know what magic the universe has in store for you, and the stories you make up in your head about how others think and how you should respond, are only stories. Assume nothing.

Aquarius – Jan. 20 to Feb. 18

Now is a time of stripping away the old ways of doing things. Do not look to your past to solve the problems of your now. If you think that you haven’t been doing this, you’re wrong. Whether you are consciously aware of it or not you have been acting from patterns that you learned as a youth and it has not worked in the past and will not work for you in your present. It’s time to go inward and seek new vision, new ways of connecting with the world and how to seek what your heart longs for. Your head is not in alignment with your heart and that’s what gets you every time. You think you want something, you go out and grab it, and then it ends up being totally wrong. Open up to what you heart is telling you and create a new vision of what you want to manifest and how you are going to get it. You might be pleasantly surprised with the results.

Pisces – Feb. 19 to Mar. 20

Be aware that others are going to react to you with fear and try to suppress who you are and what you have to say. You are definitely not going to feel heard and you are going to have a hard time staying on track and not doubting yourself. But be persistent. Don’t let others’ opinions of you stop you from doing what you know to do. You are about to explode onto the playing field and shine like never before. Success is definitely coming your way. This period of others reacting to you with fear and oppression is like the final push/contraction in labour: extremely painful but so worth it. I know it’s not easy, but you’ve got to try to let other’s opinions slide off you like water off a duck’s back. Those opinions don’t mean a thing, and the people making them are only throwing harmful judgements at you because they’re jealous.

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Horoscopes – Aug. 15 to Aug. 29, 2014

Posted on August 20, 2014 by tamumiles
Follow the footprints of the soul, not the harried plottings of the mind.

Follow the footprints of the soul, not the harried plottings of the mind.

All Signs

No matter what you’re doing, right now you are doing it with a whole lot of trust in the universe. Or at least that’s what the universe is trying to help you do.

Are you listening?

We’re all finding ourselves standing on the precipice of our becoming. We’ve worked long and hard toward a dream that began as a budding flower in the sunny groves of our longing. The roots have had a chance to bury themselves deep within the soil, creating future stability and big picture awareness within us. The branches (the blueprint of the future) have grown to support the harvest that is to come. And we are now in early spring, when the buds fill to almost bursting.

You’ll notice that we’re a little behind schedule in terms of the natural cycles of the planet. Which isn’t too surprising considering the fact that the earth herself is having trouble staying on track. We’re a little out of whack, and so is she.

As a collective we have turned a corner in our intent. Many of us have decided that we don’t want the apocalyptic future we’ve been imagining for ourselves, and that now is the time to not only work on ourselves (face our denial) and live our dreams, but turn around the damage we have done to the planet and each other. Many of us have chosen inner integrity.

In this way, harvest will come. Not because we have a goal to accumulate wealth and power, but because we have hope for the future and we are finally willing to invest in ourselves as beings that are full of beauty and potential.

Aries – Mar. 21 to Apr. 19

Your personal lesson is brought to you this week by the concept of ordinariness. In other words, through the routine of regular daily activities, you are finding yourself. You are discovering that you like routine, even though you think you are a rebel. That an orderly house makes you happy, even though you would rather not clean. But you are discovering more than that as well. You are learning to slow down, to appreciate your talents, to find ways to occupy and stimulate your mind out of your own imagination. You are getting more used to quiet and learning to choose quietude over white noise. “Stop and smell the roses” is not really a phrase you identify with. Sure, you’ll smell them, but only if it’s on the way to do something productive. But you’re learning. Your need to control reality through building and forging ahead will soften into a place of wisdom where the desire to feel accomplished is not pushed by the desperate voice of low self-esteem.

Taurus – Apr. 20 to May 20

Have patience, my friend. Magic is on the way, but you must give it time. Instead of charging ahead with a singular plan, you need to take a step back and nurture yourself, others, and your goals like a mother does her children. This means coming to terms with, and acting on, the fact that your loved ones and your dreams have minds and wills of their own. To nurture is to be aware that you cannot be in control all of the time. Magic (or spontaneous acts of serendipity that could not have been foreseen) will arise when you are able to seek what you want with maturity. Stay grounded; don’t react, but act from your intent; and try to see things and situations from all angles and with compassion.

Gemini – May 21 to Jun. 20

Are you over-thinking things lately? Can’t seem to get out of your head? Going a little nuts and can’t sleep at night cause your brain just won’t shut up? Well, I have a cure for you. Can you guess what it is? That’s right: express your artistic side. I know, I know, you’re doing a double take right now, but it’s true. If you need stress relief, if you need something that will take you out of your narrow-mindedness and free up your vision to include the endless, wonderful possibilities that await you, get our your guitar, pick up your paintbrush, or slap around a hunk of clay. It doesn’t matter as long as you are exercising your creative capacities. Doing so will not only give you some relief in the moment; an escape from “reality”, but it will also allow your brain and body to sift through and sort your current challenges and come up with creative solutions.

Cancer – Jun. 21 to Jul. 22

Right now you feel as though you are fighting an uphill battle. You want movement and flow and for things to go right, but it just isn’t happening. A kind of dullness has settled itself around your senses, and this is actually what you are fighting against. You want to brush the cobwebs away, but you can’t. Do you know what the cobwebs represent? See if you can feel it for a minute. Did you discover that those cobwebs are all about how you see yourself? How much you trust your own intuition? If you keeping thinking “I can’t”, you won’t. Trust in your ability to be receptive. Trust that what your gut is telling you is truth, your truth, and that truth is trying to guide you in the direction of your longing. I know it sounds cliche, but love yourself. Open your arms to the possibility of your beauty and gloriousness. Give yourself a chance.

Leo – Jul. 23 to Aug. 22

Imagine that the exhaustion you feel is a physical, tangible heavy mist. It’s a dark shadow that haunts the back of your solar plexus, and it’s blocking out your sunshine. For it used to be that the exhaustion was a real response to ongoing trials that in the face of which, you had to be strong. Now, the exhaustion has become a weight unto itself. It is an energy, a thing, a foreign entity that you must remove from your energy field. I suggest you go and sit with your back to your favourite tree. Imagine you are dumping the exhaustion like you would your first bowel movement of the day. No processing is required. You don’t need to delve into the “issues” or try to solve some messed up part of your psyche. All you have to do is let go. Intend to feel lighter, intend to have more energy, intend to see the world through a lens of possibilities.

Virgo – Aug. 23 to Sept. 22

Life may look like you’re watching a movie play itself out around you, but let me assure you, you are still in control. Or rather, your soul is. Your soul has taken over and has put your mind to sleep. Though you may still be going through your daily routine, and it may look like nothing extraordinary is happening, your soul is driving your body. In fact, your soul is building the foundations for a mass amount of growth that is coming your way. This means you have to have a lot of trust in yourself, for you will be functioning from your instinct. In other words, you will find that you aren’t thinking things through as much. If you try to fight this reality, you will trigger confusion and obsessive overthinking that could take you off track. Trust in the process and try to see what it is that you are building. Just where are you going?

Libra – Sept. 23 to Oct. 22

Like a focussed beam of light, you are intent on the movement that is taking place in your life. Things are flowing like a waterfall, a little chaotic, but refreshing and invigorating. At times this might feel a little overwhelming and might trigger an anger response within you. If and when this happens, respond from your rebellious side. Have fun breaking the rules and stirring the pot. Allow yourself to charge fearless into places where others fear to tread. The ecstatic loop this will create energetically will feed the intensity and movement that is taking place in your physical world, giving you stamina and inspiration. Congratulate yourself, you have come out of the dark side and joined the forces of light when it comes to your perspective on the changes that are now occurring.

Scorpio – Oct. 23 to Nov. 21

You are going on an adventure, but in order to get underway you’re going to have to make some compromises. You see, you will have a travelling companion or two, and whether this companion is your kids, your spouse, a friend, or someone you haven’t met yet, is entirely up to you. In any case, their input about the path and stops along the way need to be taken into consideration. This is a big adventure, and you are already aware that it will change your life entirely. With that in mind, you know that there are many different angles that need to be acknowledged and listened to. Forging ahead without a plan will cause you grief later on, as your time for stumbling around and hoping things will work out is over. Be deliberate. Set intent. Make use of that magnificent brain of yours and remember to have a stance of receptive compassion toward those who are embarking on this adventure with you.

Sagittarius – Nov. 22 to Dec. 21

You’re a bit of a chameleon these days. You’re interacting with many different kinds of people and no matter who you’re with, you fit in just fine. In fact, you’re discovering new friends where you had previously thought there would be none. Lately you’ve been willing to lay aside prejudice based on knowledge and awareness of social class structure and just let yourself experience the common ground that connects all persons. A harmony is rising in your chest, easing the tension in your heart and releasing pent-up emotion. Bask in the brilliance of others and in the process learn more about yourself and what makes you beautiful. Try on the costumes and act the part and don’t be afraid for others do see your petals unfurling.

Capricorn – Dec. 22 to Jan. 19

All the narrow little pieces, all the tiny little fragments, all the “should’s” and “have to’s”. What are you doing? You’re following along, doing what you think your being told to do, but by whom? It’s you that’s creating these boundaries on your soul and the perception that you must be doing one thing or the other, and even you are getting sick of it now. You want to bust out and set yourself free. And why don’t you? Because it means getting in touch with your feelings. It means moving emotion and giving yourself a cathartic rinse of the heart. To you, this is a compromise. You really feel that you should just be able to get on with things, but your soul won’t let you until you have dealt with a few issues. You know what I’m talking about. Let it all out, surrender, and trust that you will make it through to the other side. Remember, it’s okay to be you.

Aquarius – Jan. 20 to Feb. 18

Big change is coming your way. It will feel like an earthquake, like a volcanic eruption, like the pounding of a herd of bison. If you haven’t paid attention over the last few months, you are in for a big surprise; you’ll have no idea how you got to where you are and you’ll feel blindsided. What can you do about this? Celebrate. Kick up your heels and dance and revel in the fact that you have just been set free. For many of you this will seem very counter-intuitive, but trust me. Intend for magic and try to embrace the change. See that your soul is doing what is right for you, that the universe is not against you and neither is anyone else. Good things are on the horizon, you just don’t know it yet.

Pisces – Feb. 19 to Mar. 20

A deep love is overflowing from your heart and spilling out into the world around you. You are in love with life, with creativity, with your spouse, your purpose, your children, your friends. But the intensity of that love — which is most likely expressed in obsessive compulsive overwork; long hours, too many projects, etc. — is causing you to feel overwhelmed and pulled in too many directions. Your thoughts are not totally clear and many parts of you are fumbling in the dark. Slow down, take a deep breath, remember self-care, and intend to shine a light on the most important actions you need to take. Try to narrow your focus, just a bit. You can do everything you want to do, just not all at once. Take that love you feel and channel it so that those fewer projects can later be the foundation for the many and millions of projects you have brewing at your inner Creation Factory.

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Horoscopes – Aug. 1 to Aug. 15, 2014

Posted on August 2, 2014 by tamumiles
Find the sacred places that make your heart sing. Photo by Tamu Miles

Find the sacred places that make your heart sing. Photo by Tamu Miles

All Signs

Miscommunication is on the menu, especially between family members and spouses. So when you’re feeling like you just can’t take it any more, like your partner, son, daughter, father, mother, or best friend is not listening to you or their behaviour is damaging to you or to themselves, or they are just being annoying: stay clear and focused. Don’t hide behind a mask of complacency or bravado. Don’t lash out. Don’t play games and hide what you really feel to save the feelings of the other or because you “just can’t deal with it.” Instead, state your truth while also recognizing and having compassion for where your beloved is at. Remember why you love them, the core of the love you feel way down inside, and act from there.

Even with the people that we love most dearly, there are times when we must navigate around, in, and through the politics of relationship. It’s important to stay clear and open with our loved ones right now, but it’s also important to keep our egos in check.

The love that is so deep we can’t bear to think what we would do without it is often the most volatile. The deep, all consuming love we feel for others can easily turn into hate if we are hurt or let down. It’s in these moments that we must remember that we are all human, that we are all struggling with our demons, and that we all make mistakes. That’s not to say that we should stay in relationships that are damaging, but it is to say that we need to have compassion for each other. How we react to another’s behaviour is as important to our own personal growth as it is to cultivating and maintaining healthy, strong relationships.

Aries – Mar. 21 to Apr. 19

It feels as though life has slowed down to a crawl these days, doesn’t it? You don’t feel motivated to move in any direction and yet this lack of motivation is causing you stress because you feel like you should be doing something. Don’t worry, this dullness will pass, but it is teaching you a valuable lesson. In the meantime you must trust in yourself and in the universe. The dullness will shift over to a feeling of preservation; you will begin to know, with passion and energy, what it is that you want to protect and care for. This could be in terms of things like relationships, but it is mostly about your career choice. You feel lack of motivation because you are at an impasse. You don’t know which direction to go in at this time because you are not allowing yourself to recognize, or own, what you really want. You are getting confused by what others want, especially from you, or what you think society is telling you you should do. Go back to your core. Spend time cultivating what makes you happy and what relieves the stress in your belly. Stop thinking “I should,” and start thinking “I could.”

Taurus – Apr. 20 to May 20

All of the fear you are experiencing is due to the fact that you are going through a process of rebirth. You are learning to connect to your source with more clarity and less cultural interference than ever before. This means that you are also learning to express yourself and live your life with fewer filters that are meant to make you more socially acceptable. And though your brain may be telling you that this should be an easy process, it never is. First you must strip through layers of belief and patterns that you have developed over your lifetime, and doing so can be scary! To help move the fear, or transform it and allow this process of rebirth to take place, try focussing on individual issues that come up within you. Take things one at a time. Don’t stress out over the big picture and don’t think that you should have it all figured out at once. You will become comfortable with your new self faster than you anticipate. Pretty soon you’ll feel normal in your own skin and you will have a hard time remembering why you were so afraid.

Gemini – May 21 to Jun. 20

Draw strength from your loved ones. Let the love you share with them fill you to the brim and inspire you to do great things. Those great things could simply be hanging out with your kids on the beach and building an epic fort, or writing a new song, or having a deep and mind-blowing conversation with your spouse. You want strength, you need strength, you feel drained from recent drama and you are unsure about where to place your feet because they feel tender and tired. Relax into the arms of your beloved. Allow yourself to be enveloped by a cocoon of nurturing and rejuvenating energy. You deserve the love, and by accepting it you are also acknowledging what others give you and thus you are showing them the respect they deserve.

Cancer – Jun. 21 to Jul. 22

No matter how hard things seem right now, how challenging or maybe even impossible, try to focus on the beautiful and the empowering. You are filled with brilliance, you can accomplish anything you want, and you are highly visible and attractive to others. Celebrate where you are at in your life and the creative energies that are coursing through your veins. Allow that energy to fill you and drive you forward. You might surprise yourself with how much you are able to get done in a day. However, if you are one of those Cancerians who gets melancholy or easily drawn into a downward spiral emotionally,  try taking a few minutes each day to celebrate what you have been able to accomplish, even if that accomplishment seems trivial compared to the large list of tasks you see before you.

Leo – Jul. 23 to Aug. 22

If you’re feeling a little introverted or self-reflective these days, don’t fight it. You are on a path toward harmony and balance in your life, but in order to reach your destination you are going to have to let go of all the things that control you. In order to help you discover what those sources of control are, your soul is filling you with the urge to go within. In this way you will be forced to self-examine and to consciously recognize who and what have control and what you need to do about it. Whether you are a smoker who knows you must quit, or an employee whose career takes over your life in a negative way, it doesn’t matter. These kinds of things are blocking your ability to flower into who you  are meant to become through the patterns and thought processes they create within you. When you discover the source of the control, envision the part of you that participates in its presence and see how you hold desperately onto the chain that keeps you connected to it. Let go of the chain.

Virgo – Aug. 23 to Sept. 22

It’s time to reap what you have sewn, to harvest the return that grew out of all the time and energy that you have expended. Allow your playful self some room to roam. Get some physical exercise, dance, and practice expelling the stress out of your body. Go out and laugh with your friends, play with your kids, and let your feet guide you. Be open to possibilities that take you out of your comfort zone, for soon you will find that life delivers you a drastic change of focus. The path you thought you were on, the goals you have set for yourself, are going to transform into something most unexpected. Bringing in and engaging with your playful self will help this transition feel more like an adventure than a traumatic event. Be like water: go with the flow. Watch and learn from how you are reflected in other people’s eyes.

Libra – Sept. 23 to Oct. 22

One of the things that you hold most dear is your integrity. Am I right? You want the world to see you as a good person, someone who is willing to help others, give of your time and your resources, and someone who takes the high-road in all of your interactions. Lately you have felt this perception of yourself singe at the edges. In order to gain back your inner sense of strength you need to take some time to compare yourself to others around you. Be analytical, be critical, and be compassionate and receptive. Be prepared to see the good and the bad in yourself and others; see what you are lacking and see what you have to give that others do not. Think of this as a kind of challenge that will see you not only gain your confidence back, but also bring you the gift of learning along the way.

Scorpio – Oct. 23 to Nov. 21

Be patient. The fear you are experiencing will pass. You are about to begin a phase that will see you being a lot more social than you have been and the thought of this social interaction is causing you a bit of stress. You are over analyzing yourself and being too critical. Your self esteem is low and though you won’t admit it, you feel like you are not worthy. Again, be patient with yourself. Try to harmonize your body and mind, bring them inline with your intent which is focussed on building the foundations of the next few years of your life. Be open to others’ opinions and input when you are in social settings. Allow your creative and intellectual self to be stimulated by the sharing of ideas and remember that everything happens for a reason. Be aware of the messages and lessons your soul is delivering to you every moment of every day.

Sagittarius – Nov. 22 to Dec. 21

If you have felt like you are falling down the rabbit hole lately, take heart. You were merely being prepared for the breakthrough you are about to experience in the near future. Your soul, or sourceSelf is pulsing through you with tremendous strength and energy, giving you inspiration, magic, and resources that you never thought possible. Be ready for an epiphany, for your mind to be blown by your own genius about how to approach the next steps you should take and the next phase of your life. Take heart in the fact that you have support energetically. Tremendous healing is also available to you right now. All those lost little fragments of pain and sorrow that hide in the back corners of your energy field and body are being given the chance to release into the universe. Give some attention to this process as well so that you can be more conscious and thus appreciative of the release. Oh, and go sit with your spine against your favourite tree. Trees are great at enabling the release of negative energies.

Capricorn – Dec. 22 to Jan. 19

You are going to have to compromise when it comes to your loved ones, dear Capricorn. Remember why you love them even when they are driving you crazy. Give of yourself even though you may feel taxed and drained. Giving for the sake of giving will lead you to possibilities that these loved ones somehow hold the key to. You don’t need to know the why of it all right now, and in fact you will probably not have the energy to even dwell on this larger question. To help with your low energy and taxed inner resources try to be consciously aware of what you know about the birthing process. See the logic in it like you would see the logical phases of an actual birth and thus see the logic in your own becoming.

Aquarius – Jan. 20 to Feb. 18

Something very dear to you is slipping away and you don’t even know it. Well you do, but you have kept that knowledge squarely tucked away in the recesses of your denial. I understand that you have been too afraid to look at what’s going on, but if you don’t pay attention right now you are going to lose whoever or whatever it is, forever. You must actively participate in the preservation of this person, place, or thing in your life. Allow what you really feel to bubble to the surface, allow what this thing or person really means to you to be expressed through your mouth. Stop running away and causing convenient distractions. If you are able to do this, you will experience an outpouring of passion, love, and renewed enthusiasm in your direction. You simply need to remove the impartial mask and have the guts to bare your soul. Easy, right?

Pisces – Feb. 19 to Mar. 20

Your innermost dream is percolating nicely in your solar plexus. Your soul has been working overtime to deliver opportunities, magic, and creative inspiration your way. However, you are once again having an attack of the “lack of self-worth blues.” Instead of plunging ahead with what you know to do, you are standing with one foot out the door and one ready to run back to safety. What to do about this predicament? Well, you’ve got to let go of the guilt you carry around about simply existing on this planet and you need to recognize the love that surrounds you from every direction. You have support, others believe in you, and you have worked hard to get to where you are now. Take advantage of the situation and keep moving forward. You have dreamed of this time for many years, don’t self-sabotage.

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Horoscopes – July 18 to Aug. 1, 2014

Posted on July 19, 2014 by tamumiles
The Beauty in Dying

The Beauty in Dying

All Signs

The underlying feeling we’ll all have over the next couple of weeks will be that combination of thrill and panic that rises when we do something we’ve never done before. We are going to experience fear, anxiety, and confusion because whether our path takes us on an inward adventure or toward an outward, physical change we will be facing new experiences and uncharted territory.

To deal with the intensity, fortify yourself through your core connection to the universe by tapping into your core connection to the planet. In other words, instead of reaching in an upward stance in your prayers and dialogues with the universe, sink into your feet and draw your attention to the energy that flows up into your body from the Earth. Universal energies and information are best filtered through the nurturing Mother frequencies of the Earth, as she is able to take the information and make it more “user friendly” for both body and mind.

Stay very focussed on what your gut is telling you when you are faced with making decisions and try to ignore your mind. Learn the difference between bursts of spontaneous emotion (defined as rash impulses that divert attention away from true knowing), and real knowing that resides in your solar plexus and the core of your heart. Sometimes we mistakenly believe that either a) our logic must be right so we shouldn’t listen to our gut instinct, or b) that our hearts are what we should follow when the heart’s impulses are in fact stories which are fabricated by our minds, made to seem like our true feelings, and imprinted on the outer layers of our heart chakras.

Trust that you will find your “right path”, that you will get through to the other side of whatever challenge or ordeal you face, and that what you are learning at this time is invaluable to your future self. Think of the seed you planted back in April of this year. See how it has matured, flowered, and is close to going to seed. As a seed sprouts and grows it must deal with many environmental factors. All of those factors have an impact on the shape it takes, how big it is, how healthy it is, etc. However, a being’s core self or soul also has influence. In other words, all roads lead home. We all do the best we can with what we have and we still manage to create things of beauty, relationships that are meaningful, and attain our dreams.

Now is not the time to give up on big dreams because the smaller ones seem more attainable. To give up on them only means that the road you chose will be much longer. Seek the adventure that awaits you and move forward with intent. Embrace the thrill and the panic will subside. Perhaps a reminder of Frank Herbert’s Litany Against Fear will help:

“I must not fear.

Fear is the mind-killer.

Fear is the little-death that brings total obliteration.

I will face my fear.

I will permit it to pass over me and through me.

And when it has gone past I will turn the inner eye to see its path.

Where the fear has gone there will be nothing….only I will remain”

~Frank Herbert

 

Aries – Mar. 21 to Apr. 19

Believe it or not, there really is strength in numbers. Over the next while you will be learning how to embrace your “tribe”, or those with whom you feel safe, a real connection, and the ability to co-create. You are good at picking one person (usually your partner/spouse) to be the one with whom you let down all your defenses, share and build all of your dreams, and rely on emotionally. This isn’t healthy for you or your partner and can add stress to the relationship. You need to reach out and let other people in. You need to seek out others with similar interests and discard the thought process that leads you to believe that you will only get hurt and no-one really cares about or understands you anyway. Join an activity or group that interests you. Reach out to acquaintances and make time to build friendships. Find your inner strength through the reflection you create in other peoples’ eyes.

Taurus – Apr. 20 to May 20

Trust is the key word for you over the next couple of weeks. Trust in what you are building, and trust that it will bring you the return that you seek. Whether you are still laying the foundation or putting the final touches on a project, you are having the same, energy draining thoughts that can lead to doubt and anxiety. Let them go. It will be okay. You are on the right path and you are taking the right steps toward your goal. Now is one of those times when there is a lull in energy, a kind of pause or in-breath. This pause is natural and allows you to rally your strength and prepare for the next phase. So don’t get impatient, and don’t get down on yourself or discouraged about the project as a whole. Instead, surrender and use this time to regenerate and regroup.

Gemini – May 21 to Jun. 20

Have you noticed that you change your mind easily, that you don’t really know what you want, that you’re a bit grouchy, withdrawn, and unpredictable these days? Well, others have noticed as well. Your energy is all over the place and you feel as though the ground under your feet is shaking and it might split open at any moment. You don’t know where you stand with loved ones and colleagues, and you are questioning your ability when it comes to even menial tasks. I’d like to point out that all of these symptoms are being created by your mind. You’re stuck in a rut and you keep using the same old tactics to try and get yourself out of it. You need to get creative, think outside the box, and do the unexpected. You need to find ways to nourish your heart and soul and do what feels right for you, and only you. Don’t worry, focusing healing attention on yourself will benefit those you love in the long run, even if it’s just because you’ll have a better temperament.

Cancer – Jun. 21 to Jul. 22

Many different aspects of your life are coming together and beginning to sing in synergistic harmony. You are the master, the spider, and you are weaving a tapestry. From your vantage point at the centre you can see your tapestry spread all around you, every aspect and how the micro details contribute or subtract from the whole. Ride on this wave of inspiration and use it for all it’s worth. Get creative, spice things up, and devote all your energy. Things are going to get busy so you’ll have to stay focused and treat your body well. Try to get enough sleep, eat properly, and exercise. Try to be practical with money and honest with yourself and others when it comes to your time and energy. This is an exciting time for you so don’t shy away from the hard, yet rewarding work that lies ahead.

Leo – Jul. 23 to Aug. 22

You need time with your thoughts. You need uninterrupted quiet. You need to focus on all the narrow details of your life, one at a time, and intend to let them go so that you can see the big picture. At the core of all of this thinking and need for solitude, is a need for inner silence; to still your thoughts and listen to the universe. Being the sun-sign that you are, your energy is constantly radiating outwards and you might find it hard to still your mind and your body, so it might be helpful if you imagine the kind of eternal silence that exists for the sun at the centre of our solar system. See your core as the core of that sun and imagine the tendrils of your being as the fire that reaches out into the galaxy. Though the sun is a tumultuous and violent force, it exists in the silent vacuum of space. Use your fire to burn away thoughts and elements of your life that no longer serve you and your light to survey the entirety of your realm.

Virgo – Aug. 23 to Sept. 22

It’s time to get greedy for unplanned joy and growth. It’s time to get excited about spontaneity and creating memories. Make time for friends and family, for good conversation, for moments of silence, for walks on the beach. Gather these moments to your heart, fill yourself with them as one would fill one’s self with water before a walk in the desert. You are easily distracted—you often see the grass as greener on the other side of the fence—but your soul doesn’t want to play that game anymore. It is demanding that you pay attention to how beautiful your life is in this now and in this location. When you fully understand this, with your entire being, you will be able to begin a different kind of adventure, one that you have never experienced and that revolves around your immediate environment and social connections.

Libra – Sept. 23 to Oct. 22

Get rid of the idea that you are an outsider and don’t belong. Just get rid of it. The whole story you tell yourself that others don’t really love you or don’t want to be around you is getting old, even for you. Through this story you have only half managed to isolate yourself as others don’t buy it and continue to knock on your door and make their presence felt. Through losing this story of self-depreciation you have much to gain: help where you need it, sharing where you don’t expect it, love you previously didn’t believe existed, and purpose where you thought there was none. It’s time to make up new stories, ones that involve the life you would like to lead. Begin telling yourself these stories so much that eventually you believe them as much as you have believed that you are the outsider and nobody loves you. It will do your heart and soul a world of good.

Scorpio – Oct. 23 to Nov. 21

Celebrate the disappointments. See them as mistakes that you will never have to make again, as lessons your soul sent you so that you could bypass other, more trying ones and move on to the next level. Seriously. Take delight in all the shit that you have been through and recognize that you are now free to follow your passion. There’s nothing left to lose, there’s no more mistakes that can be made, you’ve slid to the end of your rope and now you must jump. Many things in your life are going to die away soon, and the process will be quick, like a thunderbolt up your spine. If you don’t celebrate what you’ve been through, and really learn from it, this transformation will be hard. On the other hand, if you do recognize the lessons, retain the data supplied by them, and celebrate that you are moving on, the sky’s the limit, my friend.

Sagittarius – Nov. 22 to Dec. 21

You’ve been a bit pessimist as of late; a little on the negative side. But that’s okay, you’ve just been having trouble integrating the many different aspects of yourself and your life. Part of you wants to go in one direction, another part wants to wander the opposite way and because you can’t do both things at once you get tight in the stomach and grouchy with whoever happens to be around. Take a deep breath and remember that all things have right time and right place. You can do everything you want to do, you just have to get better at planning it out, seeing the long-term, and letting go of your stubborn “need” for immediate gratification. All that matters right now is how you are doing on your path to your dreams/goals. If you compare yourself to others you are only going to end up in a loop of sorrow and disappointment.

Capricorn – Dec. 22 to Jan. 19

Like a monk on a pilgrimage you are traveling to the inner recesses of your consciousness. Pay attention to your dreams, do things in small measure and only what is required. Spend time alone and in nature. Keep a diary and try not to edit your thoughts before they make it to the page. Use this record as a way to track what your soul is telling you. This kind of alone-time will allow you to lift the burden you wear emotionally and mentally. This burden has to do with obligations to family and loved ones, but it does not need to be a reality in your life. Finding a creative solution that can lift this burden will come through  time alone to think, feel, and daydream your way to inner knowing. Neglecting to do so will only mean that you will continue on in a state of anxiety and be trapped by current circumstances. Other options are available now, not in some distant future. Create the reality you want.

Aquarius – Jan. 20 to Feb. 18

Surrender to the part of you that wants to take care of and nurture others. Do those good deeds you’ve been plotting, get out and participate in your community, or find a way to join the causes that pull at your heart strings. You’re not clear on why you’re resisting the urge to do so, however, I can tell you that it has to do with fear of celebrating your brilliance. Right now, doing good for those you love as well as those you don’t know at all will give you a sense of purpose and direction. If you are already the type of Aquarius who helps with causes and participates in your community, try to see what you are overlooking. Are you spending enough time with your kids, your spouse, your parents? Are you showing them how much you really love them and need them in your life; that they matter to you? It’s not only the world that needs your talents and generosity, but your loved ones as well. A sense of purpose can also begin at home.

Pisces – Feb. 19 to Mar. 20

Trust the inward moments, Pisces. Swim deep into the murky waters of your subconscious and find the treasures that are hidden there. Things have been set in motion and there’s no stopping or changing your mind now, so all you can do is trust. I know it’s hard when you don’t know if you’ll be able to pay the rent, or if your family and friends will accept the decision you have made, or if you have chosen the right career path, but trust is the only action that will bring you any peace right now. Though there are many things you must pay attention to in your everyday life, don’t forget that you also need some down-time in order to find your centre and feel more grounded in the bigger picture of your life. Most of all, though: don’t give up. You have made the right choice and the universe is on your side.

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July 12, 2014 Supermoon: Gateway to the Unknown

Posted on July 13, 2014 by tamumiles

With tonight’s Supermoon, (July 12, 2014), expect everything to fall apart and make total sense at the same time. Expect your world to change. Expect to have epiphanies. Expect that triumph will rise out of tragedy.

Whatever areas of your life that you have not yet healed or faced and whatever dreams you have that you are not yet pursuing will be working their way to the surface of your psyche and making it very hard for you to carry on as if nothing has changed.

This means that if you are not listening to your inner self, your physical self is going to pay the price. All the things we are afraid of – whether that fear is facing the pain of our past or chasing our dreams of the future – get trapped within the energy centres of the body.

Expect inner turmoil, to be short with your loved ones, to feel conflicted and confused, or like you are misunderstood or simply not heard at all. But also expect that if you can bust through the turmoil, if you can fight your way to the core of the emotion, conversation, or situation, that you will be able to reach new levels of sharing and understanding. Those you are meant to connect with, who are family even if they are not blood related, are the ones in whom you can find safety. So let yourself be vulnerable and let your demons see the light of day.

At the same time, be prepared to face a few things on your own. Don’t expect any one person to take on the task of being your sole therapist and confidant. Reach down into the depths of your quavering belly and find the courage to face the unknown.

For that is what the Supermoon is: a gateway to the unknown. Magic and possibilities are as accessible right now as disappointment, sorrow, and even disaster. All are powerful energies that sit balanced on the blade of your intent.

So if you’re suffering the loss of a loved one, or you have fallen ill, suffered an injury, broken up with your spouse, are suddenly facing a drastic change in occupation, or are dealing with any number of misfortunate circumstances, take the time to really listen and be open to change. Trust in yourself, go with your instinct, and use your communication skills. Leave nothing in the realm of denial. No matter how much it hurts, don’t turn away from the pain and what it is trying to teach you.

And if your lessons are coming in the form of personal challenges that involve doing things you have never done before, know that the Supermoon is also a good time to make plans, to daydream, and to start and finish projects. Let your creativity soar, let your passion consume you so that time becomes irrelevant and production is prolific. Use these moments to see into the larger tapestry of your life and create the reality you want.

If you have a current wish-list (don’t we all?) make sure that you are prepared to get what you wish for. The universe will respond quickly and if you are not clear about what you want, what you get will just be another lesson and it may not be an easy one to endure.

But above all, remember to make time for the sacred, whatever that means to you. I hope that many of you went down to the water’s edge or to the top of a mountain to watch the Supermoon rise over the horizon. I hope that there, in that place of serenity, you were able to peer through the gap between realities and weave a glorious one of your very own.

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Horoscopes – July 4 to July 18, 2014

Posted on July 4, 2014 by tamumiles

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While the science behind Biocentrism – which teaches that life and consciousness are fundamental to the universe; it is consciousness that creates the material universe, not the other way around – is still out, Dr. Robert Lanza, author of Biocentrism: How Life and Consciousness are the Keys to Understanding the Nature of the Universe, one’s consciousness does not die with the death of the body, instead it amalgamates with this larger consciousness of the universe.

“Consciousness exists outside of the constraints of time and space. It is able to be anywhere: in the human body and outside of it. In other words, it is non-local in the same sense that quantum objects are non-local,” says Lanza.

In spiritual terms, this indicates that our past lives are still with us. An ancestor is not merely a memory or stories, they are an extension of the self throughout time. These ancestors still walk and talk and live and breathe and have influence on the lives of groups and individuals.

But we, in the “Western” world have grown distant from these voices and teachings. We look past to our history, but not to the knowledge that resides in the consciousness that exists between time and space.

Our past lives, or our ancestors, are trying to speak to us now. They are trying to teach us how to act from the place inside us all that is linked to the Mother: the caregiver, the preserver, the one who maintains balance. We are experiencing this energy in our everyday realities through our passions. We feel passionate about justice, the environment, equality, feminism, and basically, how we treat each other and the planet. We react to the turmoil and hard self-reflection that these teachings create within us with raw emotion instead deliberate action (even if we think we are being deliberate). We blindly lash out to the world in an attempt to regain balance, a balance that we can feel deep within us but that we don’t even really know how to define yet.

If we listen closely and remain open and receptive with body, mind, and soul we will begin to hear how to go through what is essentially a birthing process with a sense of underlying logic and deliberateness. This logic is bigger than ourselves and requires us to unlearn a lot of what we have learned as a species. And what we are unlearning is the act of segregating or denying the the other and being in fear of the unknown. Each time we react to injustice, instead of responding deliberately and thoughtfully, we are still excluding some aspect of self that needs to be acknowledged, accepted, and healed.

If science can truly link the physical with the ethereal and thus the endless knowing that is ourselves, it will help us to answer our deepest questions about what life is. It is not any one single God being that dictates the fate and circumstances of our lives, nor is “spirituality” simply a misguided longing that is separate from scientific knowledge. It will show that all of self is in fact a network of consciousness that includes our individual uniqueness and intent. Assuming that we know the answer because we feel strongly about correcting injustice only means that our egos are running the show and there is no room for true compassion.

Aries – Mar. 21 to Apr. 19

You don’t have to worry that your integrity is lacking. All the self-doubt you’ve experienced in your life is being stripped away and you are now ready to act on what you know is the right thing to do. Whatever the issue is, whatever you are wrestling with inside, trust yourself and your intuition. You will make the right choice, even if at first it hurts or feels chaotic and wrong. Shedding your self-doubt means that you will also have to make some tough decisions about how you want to live your life. You are ready to embrace a lifestyle that is whole and healthy, but in some cases this may mean changing patterns that you have lived for a very long time. You might feel rebellious, you might dig your heals in a little and try to stop these changes from happening, but you know deep down inside that you will be happier if you surrender to the process and push forward with the unwavering integrity inside you.

Taurus – Apr. 20 to May 20

Your soul is infusing your body with feelings of love, nurturing, protectiveness, and creativity. Your mood is cheerful and others can see that you are feeling foot-loose and fancy-free; you just want to play in the fullness of life. Now, this isn’t a bad place to be, except for the fact that you are being a little bit blind to the needs of others. Your perception and thought processes about how things are supposed to go has narrowed to include only your point of view: what you need and want, and how you think things should be done. To deal with this, and thus to create easier dealings in all of your relationships, remember to remain open and receptive. Don’t assume that you know the answer. Take the time to reflect and listen so that the others feel included and heard.

Gemini – May 21 to Jun. 20

It is essential to maintain a big-picture perspective with all aspects of your life right now, dear Gemini. If you get lost in the micro you’ll lose out on the macro because you won’t have received the magic trying to make its presence felt in your life. In other words, the little things don’t matter, so stop nit-picking and being petty. I know you’re reacting this way because you’re scared and unsure, but I promise you, the universe has wonderful things in store for you if you’d only cooperate. What matters to you right now? What really matters deep down inside? The same things as the rest of us: love, family, community, etc. So, if you’re so worried about who did what when, what bills haven’t been paid, whether the kids have matching socks on, then your taking time away from family and those moments will have passed you by forever.

Cancer – Jun. 21 to Jul. 22

You just want to play and your mind won’t stop giving you grief about it. You’re getting very good at procrastinating because you can’t make up your mind to actually do anything. Oh, dear Cancer, I feel your pain. It’s summer and you want to be at the lake, hanging out with friends, going on a road trip, and doing all the fun stuff. Well in order to counteract the guilt that is building up because you haven’t accomplished anything, focus on the purity of your intent. In other words, get back to what really matters to you in the big picture of your life. From this perspective you can begin to formulate a plan, or schedule, that accommodates both your practical goals and your need to have some fun while the summer sun is here.

Leo – Jul. 23 to Aug. 22

You are the guardian of the rebel. You are not in a mood to let anyone tell you what to do or how to live your life. You have a bone to pick with government and social structures and you are not afraid to voice your opinion. You also see flaws in others’ relationships, parenting skills, and lifestyles. Basically, these days, you are a critic on every level. Within your own life you are rebelling by being lazy. You are more talk than walk. But that’s okay, your refusal to do anything about what you see as not right with the world is a statement in itself. Ultimately you will reap the benefits of your “hard work”, benefits that will show up in the form of creative solutions to the problems you’ve been pondering, and in the form of new and unexpected intimate relationships. Probably it will be the people you connect with who will bring you the solutions you have been waiting for.

Virgo – Aug. 23 to Sept. 22

It’s really important for you to take some time to reflect on all the things you are good at. What can you do that no-one else can? In other words, what’s your special power? If you can’t think of anything then you’re not thinking hard enough. Maybe you need some time with a good friend who will help to boost your ego, because everyone is good at something. Perhaps through shared interests there can be found a shared intent that benefits all parties involved and helps you to remember your talents and how you can express these talents out into the world. And don’t be afraid to make new friends in the process. New perspectives can inspire us and bring out parts of ourselves that we didn’t know existed.

Libra – Sept. 23 to Oct. 22

Life isn’t so great right now, is it? You feel alone and isolated and it seems as if everything is falling apart. You’re worried about your health, you don’t like where you live, and you can’t do things that were once part of your day-to-day reality. It’s hard in these moments to remember that death is merely rebirth and that sometimes we need to be alone in order to appreciate the meaningful relationships in our lives. All I can do is assure you that when you come out the other side of this apparent crisis you will have new ideas about how to create more harmony and sharing in your life. You will also be more determined than ever to focus on and change thing things that cause you stress, such as your health and where you live. What you are really experiencing is the light of your own intent shining with intensity from your solar plexus. You have a powerful intent, you just don’t want to acknowledge its existence yet. Once you get on with the business of doing what you really want to do, there will be no problem.

Scorpio – Oct. 23 to Nov. 21

Fight for the preservation of your totality. All aspects of you are important, vital even. You need to stop ignoring all the parts of you that don’t seem to fit into society. You have a fire in your belly, remember? But whether you’re running around with a million things on your plate, or you’re staying quiet because you don’t want to rock the boat, you are not participating in your own becoming. Somehow, you are remaining passive and the opportunities that life is presenting are passing you by. Now is the time to seize control of a life that has felt chaotic and discordant. You are at the helm, and if you don’t engage and own all of your personalities and selves you will continue to feel dissatisfied and unfulfilled.

Sagittarius – Nov. 22 to Dec. 21

Like Libra you are feeling isolated and like your world is falling apart. You’ve grown a hedge of pessimism around yourself; nothing and no-one is good enough. You feel let down and disconnected and everyone else is to blame. But inside you know this isn’t true, things just haven’t been going your way and it feels like the universe is shitting on you. So what to do about it? Well, try being in touch with the innocent within you. You know, the one who looks at a flower like it’s the most amazing thing ever? Try falling in love with the world again by being on the lookout for wonder and beauty. Create a positive environment around yourself and see how others respond. I think it will take your breath away.

Capricorn – Dec. 22 to Jan. 19

The disappointment you’ve been feeling lately is because you are clashing up against everything you were taught to do. The real you, the one underneath that you don’t let anyone else see, is trying to make its way to the surface of your personality. Though it seems sort of counterintuitive, it might help you to compare yourself to others. Look honestly at who you are right now and where you are at in your life. Really look at how those around you live their lives: whether or not they are truly happy, if they are doing what they really want, and if they are in relationships that feed and inspire them. You will see that you are in a pretty good place compared to many. Though you may not have your life figured out just yet (who does?), you have a sense of groundedness and perspective that comes from the lessons you’ve learned and thus you are secure in yourself in ways that others may not be.  Remember, do what feels good and whole and don’t listen to the monkey on your back.

Aquarius – Jan. 20 to Feb. 18

You’re aware that things have to change, right? If you keep going on this trajectory of denial you are going to lose those who matter most to you, you know that right? You have an opportunity right now to access a new level of awareness that will allow you to have insight into the heart of those you care about and the issue/s you are facing. This insight will allow you to have greater compassion and understanding for others and thus create the magic that is needed to heal the pain and hurt and to move on to a new level of intimacy. I would advise that you don’t stop to ponder whether deeper intimacy is really something you want because we both know it’s what you’ve been secretly longing for all your life. Here, yet again, is another opportunity to move past the walls and barriers you have created and experience love that is truly caring, accepting, and unconditional.

Pisces – Feb. 19 to Mar. 20

You and your loved one are on an adventure together. An adventure called life. You chose the person you are with because you could see the beauty in them and because they showed you that they truly loved you. I mean really, if your partner has not shown you, with their actions, how much they love you then you shouldn’t be in the relationship. But if they have, you need to show them that you trust them. Trust in the relationship, trust in the adventure, trust that everything will be okay and that this person loves you for who you are and does not expect you to be anything else. You are the one with the brakes on and your defenses up. You are so ready to believe that if your partner sees who you really are that they’ll walk away. But even if they do, this isn’t about them or their comfort, it’s about setting yourself free, it’s about having the courage to blindly follow along the path to your own becoming. Don’t deny the world your of beauty.

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Seeking Models, Wardrobe, and Props for photo shoot!

Posted on July 2, 2014 by tamumiles

photo_cameras-mainHello Navigating the Stars Fans!

This little update is to let you know that I am starting work on a new line of horoscope greeting cards! I’m super excited as this new line of cards will feature photos – by yours truly – of each sign as they will be depicted in my upcoming science fiction/fantasy novel, set to be published in the fall of 2015. The characters in the novel, one for each sign of the zodiac, will be thrust into an epic journey in which the protagonist (Pisces) will have to fight against many odds to save her planet. Along the way she will discover that she is also fighting to save Earth, a sister planet whose memory has drifted into the realm of myth.

To do this photo shoot I am in the initial phases of gathering props and wardrobe items. I have been on the lookout at thrift stores, but purchasing all of the items will be too expensive so I’m reaching out to anyone who may have one or more of these items tucked away in a tickle trunk or closet. Any loans, gifts, or perhaps trades (I can offer tarot readings, fairy wings, horoscope greeting cards, and writing and editing skills) would be greatly appreciated.

I hope to do this photo shoot in the first couple of weeks of August. Location will most likely be along the Cowichan River around Skutz Falls.

Wardrobe items and props needed:

1. Leather chaps, not fringed. Or vintage trapper leggings.

2. One bearskin (or other animal) vest – does not need to be real

3. One long vest with winged collar – black

4. One pirate shirt – white with lace-up neck

5. One pair of men’s black leather pants – tall

6. One cotton lace summer dress, preferably sleeveless, maybe low cut, calf length

7. One men’s tweed jacket with elbow patches

8. An old violin, will not be played

9. Two women’s hooded capes – hopefully one  grey and one burgundy or forest green

10. I need two dresses that are either Celtic or elven priestess in style. I want something simple, hopefully with a square, brocade neck and in grey or burgundy

11. A large scholar’s gown in burgundy or black to which I can attach a thick brocade to the trim

12. A full length, early medieval tunic in a style that would have been worn by the wealthy

13. A pair of roman style sandals for men – size 13

14. A men’s wetsuit that I can modify to look like a Fremen stillsuit (Frank Herbert’s Dune series)

15. One hooded men’s cape – preferably black

16. One queen’s gown – looking for something Ice Queen if possible.

17. A bow, arrows, and a quiver

18. Two pairs of men’s leather boots, one more biker style, the other more horse riding style

19. Two pairs of women’s moccasins

20. One leather jacket with buckles on body and cuffs

21. A gambusi or a lute

22. A gun holster with thick, low riding belt

 

Models needed:

I am also looking for models. I need 13 in total (as Gemini is two characters). I would love to have a model for each sign with gender as listed below:

Aries – male

Taurus – male (preferably tall)

Gemini – one male, one female

Cancer – female

Leo – female

Virgo – female

Libra – male – 60-years +

Scorpio – male – 60-years +

Sagittarius – female

Capricorn – male

Aquarius – male

Pisces – female

If you can help with any of the items I have mentioned, or you would like to volunteer as a model, please email me at tamumiles@gmail.com, or give me a call at 250-749-6406. Thanks in advance!

Tamu

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