navigating daily life

Boy have I felt scattered today so far, and the past week. I'm sure lots of you feel that way too, with all the different facets of life to keep up with... jobs, other work, school, kids, families, pets, friends, relationships, keeping up with your home, travel...

AND THEN the things we value but have to squeeze in between the things listed above... writing, blogging, art, music, meditating, exercise, FUN, other endeavors, spending time in nature, spending time in the city... what have you. Let's not forget the guilt that can come with neglecting the top list for things on this one...

It feels a little overwhelming at times, right? I've been trying to get a rhythm down... not a strict schedule, but a certain... flow, to my days. Well, I guess it IS a schedule of sorts, but it's super flexible. Even though day to day can vary a lot, there are certain core things that I need to make time for every day. I am feeling the learning curve of it all, but so far it has helped, somewhat, the scattered feeling, if I can think back to my general time map of what I should be doing... it feels like work, to an extent, but GOOD work, if that makes any sense?

Today I'm a little out of it. The moon is void of course, so the moon's a little out there today too. Void of course, or VOC moon means that it's not making any aspects with any of the other planets. To me it feels almost like a free fall of sorts, unattached  It's in Gemini which can feel this way anyway, unfocused because we're trying to focus on too many things... I feel like I'm vibing with the moon. I could have slept all day, I'll tell you that right now. :) I have a certain song I've been obsessed with (I get like that with songs), and have been listening to it over and over to help me focus somewhat. Necessary when blogging or doing readings. Otherwise I get distracted by every little thing.

Second day of my meditation class. It's a challenge, for sure, for me, to meditate every day. Yesterday I did two five minute stretches. Did one ten minute session today. I started to have the thought yesterday that there's no way I will be able to do this every day... I'm too busy... but that's kind of the point... to work these things, that are important to you and beneficial and really help you to be on the path you want to be on, into your life... slowly, slowly, so it sticks...

currents

Hello again! I haven't really got a post planned out, but wanted to write something, so I am just going to write about the current solar system, off the top of my head! prepare for many sentence fragments and half-thoughts ;)


{sun in virgo} harvest season, literally and metaphorically. if you are not satisfied- now is the time to lay the seeds. visualization of goals is important. virgo as the virgin signifies purity of purpose (says Alan Oken in his Complete Astrology, and he put it oh so well). virgo relates to health; now is an excellent time to start a workout routine or remember to take your vitamins every day ;) (especially those gearing up for a long winter!). Every positive health change, no matter how small it may seem, can lead to better habits, healthier and happier body and mind. remember to love yourself and try not to be so critical of yourself. easier said than done, yes, but you deserve a break from any self-destructive thoughts! this is also a good time to get your ducks in a row, in whatever area of your life you need it. that back to school feeling calls for us to get organized and motivated- classic virgo.

{moon in gemini/mercury in virgo} gemini and virgo are both ruled by mercury. mercurian energy has a tendency to be erratic and nervous, but also promotes learning, exploration, and industriousness. both good and bad aspects of this may have a tendency to shine through now (especially with the sun in virgo, too). remember that you're human (but don't use it as an excuse to be an asshole). Also a good time to check yourself and not let your thoughts run away with you!

{venus in libra- ahhh :)} lovely venus in a sign it rules- libra! (the other is taurus). libra is the sign of partnerships, and venus is the planet of love. now is a great time to reconnect if the craziness of life has gotten in the way lately. Try not to be too critical of your partner (or whoever), and just accept the other as they are (doesn't mean you have to be okay with things that bother you- just accept it as part of who they are, if you really want to have an honest relationship with them).
Also, back to self love... this is a good time to work on that relationship as well (not to be a cliche, but it's true.)


well, that's all i have time for tonight. i kind of want to rattle on about mars moving from cancer to leo, etc., another time. much love!

speaking of Venus... image from Universe Today