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Newsletter 8/SEPTEMBER/2025 Astrology and Fortune Telling

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Astrology, Fortune Telling, and Crystal Balls
Issue 36 Volume 8          08 September 2025
Your wish is granted. — Zoltar, to Tom Hank’s character in the movie Big (1988)


Dear wonderful neighbour and fellow traveller;

Long ago, astrology veered off course and became associated with fortune telling and crystal balls. Doing so, it lost its respectability. However, astrology was never about predicting the future, but about illuminating the carryover tendencies one brings into the present life. Like forgotten childhood memories that become the basis for both pleasant and unpleasant choices in adulthood, past life impressions dictate how we think and how we think dictates what we will experience. For this reason, a real astrologer seeks to shine a light on your unconscious mind so you can begin the process of letting go unhelpful karmic patterns and live authentically. The only difference between you and an enlightened soul is that the enlightened soul is no longer burdened by the past.

The privilege of a lifetime is to become who you truly are. — Carl Jung (1875—1961)

I can easily speak to you about your future based upon your horoscope, but if I do, I will only speak in terms of tendencies. Tendencies are what you can change and by doing so, you change your future.

The stars incline; they do not compel. — Ptolemy (AD 85 — 165), Greek astrologer, astronomer, and mathematician and one of the most influential of his time

Copious scientific research into human behaviour has revealed a process of social and familial conditioning that begins at birth; indeed, there is even strong evidence to suggest the developing foetus undergoes conditioning in the womb. Vedic astrology goes a step further and examines the karmic map at the moment you are born. From this map of past trauma and pleasures, trends and trajectories are ascertained. IF you do not take any corrective measure, you will follow these trends and trajectories. In this way, astrology becomes a crystal ball.

The soul of the newly born baby is marked for life by the pattern of the stars at the moment it comes into the world, unconsciously remembers it, and remains sensitive to the return of configurations of a similar kind. — Johannes Kepler (1571 — 1630); German mathematician and astronomer who discovered the Earth and planets travel about the sun in elliptical orbits.

Like an enlightened teacher who ‘sees’ the health of our energetic field, astrology holds up a mirror so we can see the health of our conditioned mind, the unconscious. Most people resist the reflection because what is brought into the light are the falsehoods we hold dear, both pleasant and unpleasant. Yes, even the good thoughts we have about ourself prevent us from living a fulfilling life if they are contrary to our true nature. A very common affliction I see in the horoscopes of my clients is a strong, but unfriendly Mars that dominates the chart at the expense of their creative self and the inclination to serve selflessly. Mars represents technical prowess and technology. Too often, however, creatively inclined clients with big hearts are letting their Mars lead and not their Jovian wisdom and creative mind.

How difficult the task to quench the fire and the pride of private ambition, and to sacrifice ourselves and all our hopes and expectations to the public weal! How few have souls capable of so noble an undertaking! — Abigail Adams, intellectual equal and advisor to her husband, John Adams, (2nd president of the US); in a letter to him 10 July 1775

This eclipse season is a wonderful opportunity to become aware of what is keeping you from fulfilling your highest potential. The effects of the two eclipses are similar, but different. The lunar eclipse came first (this past Sunday) and focused on unhelpful needs while the solar eclipse, two weeks later, highlights the false ideas we carry about ourself. Both of these tend to be revealed through setback and challenge beginning about 4 weeks before the lunar eclipse through October.

These eclipses are sending a clear message: our issues are NOT outside us. They stem from how we regard ourself and our life. In a nutshell, both the lunar and solar eclipses this season reveal inner roadblocks to both worldly and spiritual success. They urge us to reexamine our goals and ambitions in light of our struggles in order to move forward in better alignment with who we are.

Obviously, this can be a daunting task simply because we struggle to be honest with ourself. Our most cherished ideas and tendencies are likely the ones creating the most stagnation. Thus, it can be very helpful to have someone not personally invested in our success or failure to inspire and push us out of our comfort zone.

Life begins at the end of your comfort zone. — Neale Donald Walsh, Conversations with God, Book 1: An Uncommon Dialogue, NYT bestseller (1995)

New Astro-Coaching
This past winter, I successfully teamed up with a highly accomplished Transformational Coach to offer a weeks to months-long programme of personal guidance to help you achieve the success you seek at every level. If this interests you, please contact me for more details. Because of the nature of involvement, this is a special programme that I can only offer to a limited number of clients.

Warm thoughts and many blessings,

David 🙏🏻 🤗
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Astrology Monday:
Just the facts, please! 
An American icon from 60s television, hard-boiled detective Joe Friday always insists on “just the facts”.

This week’s no-nonsense forecast:
Worldly fulfilment
Lunar and Solar Eclipse
See the Moon Planner section below.

Saturn re-enters Pisces
This combination causes fear and concern because our imagination can get away from us. However, Saturn’s retrograde status helps us recognise previous fear-inspired choices so we can create a better plan to resolve current issues. If struggling, rethink your game plan.

Mars enters Libra
Mars can help relationships bring more fulfilment, if not in romance, then at least in the practical matter of being together. After the honeymoon, romance takes a backseat to practical matters.

Ongoing
Uranus in Gemini!
Uranus is in Gemini thru 8 November, giving us a preview of the next seven years beginning 26 April, 2026. Uranus is your authentic nature yearning to be freed. If you are struggling, it simply means you are not honouring your authenticity. You are living a lie and Uranus wants to put an end to your falsehoods and pretence. Let it show you the way.

Jupiter in Cancer
Jupiter in Cancer is an opportunity to find fulfilment through service, creativity, and abundance. Keep your Jupiter pointed high. Jupiter can become distracted and very ordinary through material goals. Nothing wrong with these as long as they don’t take the lead.

Astrology Monday

Weekly Planning Forecast

Virgo Sun…
23 August — 22 September

The Sun in Virgo highlights an important attribute of the Virgo nature: it’s a sign that indicates the building of something wonderful for the benefit of human beings, whether in thought or in deed. If you have the Sun in Virgo in your birth chart or Mercury, Saturn, or Rahu, you have an abundance of this attribute. Indeed, it is deeply ingrained in who you are and can serve you well when you recognise its worth.

Virgo relates to the physical world and the things we attempt and accomplish in the outer world in order to find fulfilment: education degrees, job, career, house, car, etc. Spouse and family come in the next sign, Libra. Though our search for happiness in the outer world ultimately leaves us unfulfilled, as it should, it is a necessary part of the journey we human beings take from material to spiritual. 

Sun in Aditya Tvashta…
Fun Fact: Zodiac comes from the Greek zodiakos (kyklos) which literally means “circle of little animals” and reveals how astrological knowledge was shared between the cultures of Greece and India beginning in the time of Alexander the Great.

Before the arrival of the Greeks, the ‘zodiac’ used in India was a 360 degree circle based upon the Sun’s movement (Adityas). The Aditya corresponding to Virgo is Tvashta which relates to the chariot maker. This highlights the nature of Tvashta as the sign that relates to building something that allows human beings to have an easier and more comfortable existence, to “move” from one aspect of life to another. 😊
 
Moon Planner
Has the Moon got you hurried and harried?

No worries! The Moon represents the feminine and your capacity to receive and recognise the resources you have available to fulfil your emotional needs.  Too often, we get distracted with what is not ours and miss out on the available opportunity, experiencing disappointment and disillusionment, or worse, we become like my hairy friend, Monsieur Lou Garou. 🤭

This week
Reminder: Lunar Eclipse that occurred on September 7!
Lunar eclipses give fruits according to how you have been living in thought and action.
Theme: Am I being true to myself in my plans and endeavours? 
Maximum effects: Mostly felt August 8 thru October 8.

Who will it effect?
The eclipse is at 15˚ Pisces. Its effects are felt most strongly by those with planets within a 5˚ orb of the eclipse or on a house cusp, but will effect any planets in same sign (Pisces), especially those more sensitive to eclipses.

How? A wonderful aspect from Jupiter indicates how even though this eclipse can highlight where expectations were not met, Jupiter keeps your spirits up and, more importantly, indicates the potential for you to truly understand where you are limiting yourself either through unrealistic expectations or because you are not surrendering to your authentic nature (full potential). In this way, you can ask yourself where it was you were false which kept things from fully blossoming. Mercury is also influencing this eclipse — with sincere self-examination and analysis, you can find where you got off-track allowing you to build a better plan of action. Mercury is your power to do and redo (if necessary) until you get it right.

Coming soon! Solar Eclipse September 21!
A solar eclipse heralds an end to one cycle and the start of another.
Theme: What do you need to let go of to build the life you want?
Maximum effects: Mostly 21 August thru 21 October.

Who will it effect?
The Solar eclipse is at 29˚ Virgo. It effects most strongly those with planets within 5˚ (in Virgo or Libra) or on a house cusp, but will also effect those with any planets in same sign (Virgo), especially those sensitive to eclipses.

Carry through theme from first eclipse in cycle 19 July 1917 @ 03:42
Pluto conjunction to eclipse reveals how the current eclipse will carry a theme of breaking down emotional needs in order to move from dependence to independence.

Current eclipse ramifications
21 September 2025 Partial eclipse (BST): 18:29 thru 22:53; Max eclipse 20:42
Tends to highlight one’s long-term worries about loved ones, health issues, or business viability. These can seem fated or destined (Saturn, Neptune, Mercury, Venus influence). Similar to the lunar eclipse, this eclipse is pushing you to dig deeper within your own inner storehouse so you can be reminded of your deepest desires. Authenticity attracts joy, fulfilment, and success. Always.

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If you want success, the foremost thing is to ensure that you are not the obstacle to it. — Sadhguru Jaggi Vasudev, yogi, mystic, humanitarian, NYT bestselling author

The dream begins with a (coach) who believes in you, who tugs and pushes and leads you on to the next plateau, sometimes poking you with a sharp stick called truth.
— Dan Rather, American journalist, commentator, and award winning news anchor

One of the most exciting things about (being coached) is the buzz you get when you push out of your comfort zone, come up with a plan and put it into action! Life takes on a whole new meaning as you re-create your life the way you want it. — Emma-Louise Elsey, professional life coach, author, founder of The Coaching Tools Co. and co-leader for the International Coach Federation’s Life Coaching Community of Practice
Important dates (2025 — 2026)
2025
JUL 14 — 8 NOV: Uranus in Gemini! Revolution brings innovation. Bend, but don’t break.
AUG 6 — SEP 22: Mars in Libra: right action in relationship brings bounty.
SEP 1 thru 28 NOV: Saturn retrograde in Pisces; great time to review long range plans.
Now thru 2026 and beyond
Now thru JUL 26 2026: Rahu in Pisces: Loss of boundaries; excessive empathy; heightened creative expression and imagination.
Now thru JUN 30, 2026: Jupiter exalted in Cancer: Heart-centred approach brings rewards when emotions are tied to your good intention and not selfish gain.
SEP 1 2025 — FEB 13 2026: Saturn in Pisces: Tendency towards fear-based decisions; loss of boundaries; strong creative ideas
FEB 14 2026— APR 12 2028: Saturn in Aries: Weakening foundation; supports taking calculated risks. Prudence is fine; obsessively cautious denies needed change.
Hero’s Journey
The journey of the hero is about the courage to seek the depths; the image of creative rebirth; the eternal cycle of change within us; the uncanny discovery that the seeker is the mystery which the seeker seeks to know. ~ Joseph Campbell, 
True gurus are those who have reached the highest expression of human potential and help us find the way. I most often quote Sadhguru and highlight his practices and events simply because he is arguably the most publicly available guru today. Initially, his mission on Earth was to install the Dhyanalinga, an energy form not seen for over 2000 years, but something wonderful happened after his body recovered from the enormous energy drain of such a profound process: he decided to stick around to touch the lives of as many as possible… 😉
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What is the Astrology of Joy? It’s a tool for finding your bliss and living a joyful life. It’s a gentle “push” to get you back on the right track. Based upon the time-honoured system of astrology practiced in India for thousands of years, Astrology of Joy is inspired by David’s four decades living in ashrams, seeking truth, and learning from enlightened beings who taught, “You are more than a body and a mind. You are That!” 
 

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About David: Personally certified by Dr. David Frawley, author and founder of the American Institute of Vedic Studies, David has been a professional astrologer for over 30 years. David learned the art and science of Indian astrology while a ten-year resident in the ashram of a realised spiritual master. David guides clients throughout the world on achieving everyday fulfilment in their spiritual and personal goals, relationships, and wellbeing.

David served as editor of Isha Yoga’s European newsletter for two years, was Vice President of the Rosia Montana Cultural Foundation in Romania, and has a Masters in Archaeology (with Distinction), studying the challenges and issues facing contemporary society from the archaeological perspective. He also wrote and published a parent-child picture book with his brother, Steve (illustrator), about the life of Adiyogi, the first yogi. He currently resides in Burntisland, Scotland, where he serves on the board of the Burntisland Harbour Access Trust helping maintain public access to the historically significant harbour.
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