Spiritual lessons of Taurus

Just as a seed grows while the farmer sleeps, so the spirituality of Taurus increases as she simply goes about daily living.

Spiritual Lessons of Aries

All spiritual traditions emphasize the importance of making that initial decision to live the life of the spirit and warn us that we can’t wait for proof that God exists or that the teachings of our religion are true.

Uranus in Aries – (or why I’m so angry…)

If I can accept this new influx of energy, and make the necessary changes in my life, then I will have taken a major step forward in the process that Carl Jung has coined, individuation.

What if Greece goes Bankrupt? Astrology suggests this might be for the Best!

Greece’s natal Uranus/Neptune represents ‘… the fantasy of the perfect state which is like a benign mother-god taking care of each individual and free of greed and aggression.

Literary Criticism / passage from Winterson’s ‘The Passion’ – how did I do?

With this example of intertextuality, our spiritual selves are challenged to rise above the negativity of the material world to be fully realised in the bosom of God. By referencing the Bible (Matthew 14:22-33), Winterson cleverly triggers brand awareness. God is a powerful spin-doctor.

The Dangers of Individuality – The Sabian Symbol for Today

With the Sun moving towards 24 Leo, the Sabian Symbol for today is an ‘untidy, unkempt man’. Usually with Leonine energy, we think of proud playfulness, openhearted generosity, and confident charm.   But sometimes,… Read More →

With help from Jupiter, you might get lucky

Many believe that where Jupiter is, you’ll be lucky. In large part this is true.  However with Jupiter, luck isn’t left to chance.  Instead, it’s all about timing and vision. Whether through religion… Read More →

Literary Criticism/ in practice for a test

St Kevin and the Black Bird / by Seamus Heaney (1996) – And then there was St Kevin and the blackbird. The saint is kneeling, arms stretched out, inside His cell, but the… Read More →

Enjoy the Garden of Eden – Today is an Ace of Coins

When dealing with this energy, it pays to remember that in the Judeo-Christian religion, the first gift from God was the Garden of Eden

Resurrection leads to Judgement and from there to ….?

Easter is an excellent time to consider that the doctrine of the resurrection leads straight to that of judgement, which like Karma, leads to the moment  when the ‘rewards’ for your past efforts… Read More →