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Newsletter 30/JUNE/2025 Peace thru Strength
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Newsletter 23/JUNE/2025 Children are the Future
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This Week’s Focus
Of What is Our Children’s Houses Made?
Issue 26 Volume 8 23 June 2025
You can’t legislate love… It starts in the home. If the father is not in the home, the boy will find a father in the streets. I saw it in my generation and every generation before me, and every one since… If the streets raise you, then the judge becomes
your mother and prison becomes your home… I’m a parent. I think we’re responsible for the problems that young people have. I believe that. I don’t blame them for any of it. I blame us for what we haven’t done as mothers and fathers, not sticking together as a unit.
~ Denzel Washington, actor, director, motivational speaker, and 2x Oscar winnerAstrology 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:
Feel like a King?
The Sun-Jupiter conjunction is a powerful combination when you can make great strides towards embracing your authentic nature. The Sun is your King and Jupiter your wise prime minister. Together they create amazing opportunity. This is particularly helpful if you want to launch a new project or path, and especially true for matters relating to home or home business, education, family, and real estate ventures. This combo helps you take the lead and assume roles of authority, but with the wisdom of compassion. In the Aditya of Indra, this time can help you overcome long-term obstacles.
Strengthen your foundation!
Saturn in Aries is a bit like a ship at sea taking on water during a storm. Knowing what to keep and what to throw overboard can be confusing. Seek a safe harbour through the healthy masculine (authenticity and generosity). Act on your loftiest goals and activate your heart chakra through nature, song, art, and devotion. This is not the time for sensuality and sense gratification, but for sensible action and sensitivity.
Quick World View
The world gets some reprieve with a helpful Sun and Jupiter. The farther we move out of Saturn’s influence, the more likely the Sun and Jupiter can bring relief and benefit through better leadership and guidance. 😊Questions? Send your questions and feedback here. Questions will be answered in future issues as long as they are relevant to a broad audience. Specific questions require a scheduled reading.It is easier to build strong children than to repair broken men.
~ Frederick Douglass (1818 – 1895) American social reformer, abolitionist, orator, writer, and statesman.
Dear wonderful neighbour and fellow traveller;
Children are the future. Are we doing enough to ensure their future is bright with possibility and overflowing with opportunity?
For at least a decade, I have told anyone who would listen that we must do better for our children. As a society, we have an obligation and a responsibility to hand off a world at least as healthy and prosperous as the one we received from our parents. Yet, this is the low bar; why not hand off a world better than the one we received?
Every other generation has done so. Unfortunately, we are failing to even maintain what we received. Consider this: millennials are 50% less likely to own a home than their Baby Boomer parents and when they do, they are paying nearly double. They have 300% more school debt from ballooning tuition fees that have increased by as much as 310%. More millennials live with their parents than not and delayed marriage and child rearing is the norm. And what of Gen Zers, those born between 1996 and 2010, who are in the early stages of their adult journey? They have 86% less purchasing power than Baby Boomers did in their twenties. Something is rotten and it’s not just in Denmark. 😉
There are many reasons for this travesty: stagnant wage growth overwhelmed by a spiralling cost of living, increased financial burdens related to student debt and essential services like healthcare, energy, and transportation. These contribute to a widening gap between rich and poor reducing investment opportunities for a disappearing middle class. As the saying goes, you have to have money to make money.
As an archaeologist-astrologer examining global trends, I have been struck by the steady erosion of fundamental principles crucial to both prosperity and emotional wellbeing. Seeking progress is natural to being human, but too often we sacrifice sound concepts that have worked since forever for progressive ideologies that put personal perspective and virtue signalling above universal truth. Narcissistic compassion is still narcissistic.
Two days ago while discussing with me the state of the world, a politically liberal young woman of Gen Z shared how no one she knows in her extended circle of liberal-minded friends and acquaintances shares the extreme views so commonly expressed in mainstream media. For example, she knows of no one who supports wide open borders, transsexual surgery for minors, or abortion up to birth (recently decriminalised in the UK). What she does support is a world where everyone gets a fair chance to live as they wish without fear and uncertainty, a world where people treat each other with respect and dignity.
I believe her words hint at the root of the discord and division we experience in today’s world. I believe that most people do not live in the extremes of right or left, but are somewhere closer to the middle. It is in the middle where constructive dialogue and opposing views find fertile ground for compromise. It matters not that one is right or left, but that each is allowed to think independently.
As mentioned in this newsletter a zillion times for the past year, Saturn is debilitated in Aries for the next three years. Saturn is the ground upon which you have built your house. Is it on rock or is it on sand? Will your house fall down like that of the two little pigs whose houses were obliterated by the big bad wolf of karma or will it stand strong like that of the third little pig whose house was made of self-effort and discipline?
Let’s teach our children to build a house of effort and self-discipline. And if karma becomes too great, they will find strength in humility. And if it becomes greater still, we can always teach them to dance. You can’t legislate love… but you teach them to dance!
I hope you still feel small when you stand beside the ocean,
Whenever one door closes I hope one more opens,
Promise me that you’ll give faith a fighting chance,
And when you get the choice to sit it out or dance…dance!
~ I Hope You Dance by Lee Ann Womack (lyrics by Mark Sanders and Tia Sillers; 2000)
🤗
David 🔆astrologyofjoy.com
In this issue:- Weekly Planning Forecast
- Astrology of Now
- Hero’s Journey: Free App
Saturn Special! If you would like to know the potential and possibility of your personal Boundary Buster for the next 3 years, contact me here. £45/hr online Astrology Monday
Weekly Planning ForecastSuggestion: match the significations of the following dates to what you wish to accomplish. To plan important events further into the future, contact David for a Muhurtha reading which finds the best date(s) for your specific tasks or goals.Cancer Sun…
The Sun in Cancer, a sign ruled by the Moon, highlights an individual who relies on emotional connection to feel safe and secure. Home and family are important and they tend to lead with their feelings and emotional expression. They exhibit good looks and are friendly and sociable.
21 June — 22 July
Sun in Aditya Indra…
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. For thousands of years before the Greeks, the Vedic culture used a 12-part circle which represented 12 aspects of the Sun. These Adityas offer us fascinating insights into our human potential.
The Aditya that corresponds to the Greek zodiacal sign of Cancer is Indra which symbolises victory and triumph over adversity and challenge. Jupiter does very well here and will be in Indra thru June 2026. When the Sun is in Indra, we are inspired to pick up the banner of right action and address the evils of the world. Patriotism and nationalistic pride is strong here; we want to secure our home, family, and community against the unrighteous. The Sun in Cancer is auspicious and much can be accomplished when the Sun is here.
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Moon Planner
Has the Moon got you hurried and harried?
No worries! As a symbol of the feminine quality, the Moon represents your capacity to receive. In this sense, the Moon is about recognising the resources you have available and using them for your benefit. Too often, we do not recognise what is available around us to make our life more fulfilling. Instead, we get distracted with what is not ours to have and miss out on the available opportunity, experiencing disappointment and disillusionment… or worse, like the poor fellow in the photo.
Wednesday, 25 June: New Moon in Cancer (11:31 GMT)
New Moons are best spent quietly in meditation and reflection to allow for latent insights to rise to the surface so you can allow them to work their magic.
ALERT: Occurring this week in Cancer, the new Moon is conjunct Jupiter and square aspected by Saturn. Some initial instability around home, home life, and nation will clear the way for Jupiter’s expansive perspective opening the door to deeper emotions and insights.
Auspicious day: the second day after a New Moon is considered especially auspicious to start new projects as the Moon has begun its journey towards full.Important upcoming dates (2025)
JAN 12 thru summer 2026: Rahu enters Pisces joining Saturn and Neptune
— Loss of boundaries; heightened creative expression
MAY 25 — AUG 31: Saturn enters Aries, its sign of debilitation
— Weakening of foundation; supports taking calculated risks
JUN 9 — JUN 30, 2026: Jupiter exalted in Cancer
— Oh, boy! We finally get some help from the good guys!
JUN 17 — AUG 6: Mars in Virgo
— Taking on too many responsibilities; supports fitness programmes; Mars gets confused by so many choices in Virgo. Stay focused on what it is you really want.
SEP 1 — 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 of foundation; supports taking calculated risks
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,I met my Guru, Bhagavan Nityananda, when I was very young… Gurudev loved children, so whenever he came to our school all of us would leave our classes and follow him… the teachers would be very upset, but the children would follow him anyway. He would go into a candy store, reach into the containers, throw candy to the children, and then take off again. Still the shopkeepers never complained, because whenever he gave away candy, their sales went up. I had this feeling I wanted to be like him, that such a thing would be better than anything else…~~ Swami Muktananda (1908 – 1982) author, Shaktipat guru, founder of Siddha Yoga; disciple of Bhagavan Nityananda.
Image Credit:© Scott GustafsonTrue 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… 😉 Free and low cost programmes and discounts…
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ConsultationsBecome an Astro Affiliate! Receive 20% cashback on any referrals.
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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!”
Recommended Schedule
1. One-time Natal in-depth overview:
£95… 2hr online reading. Optional: £29 add on eBook.
2. NEW! Varshaphala (6-month Solar return)
£95… 2hr online reading. Optional: £29 add on eBook.
3. Rahu/Ketu Elemental Reading
£79… 2hr online reading. Optional: £29 add on eBook.
4. Specialised Consultations:
£79… 2hr online reading. Optional: £29 add on eBook.- Relationship/Compatibility
- Career/Finances
- Health and Wellbeing
- Spiritual Development
- In-depth examination of any area of your choosing
5. Muhurta Consultation
Auspicious date determination for wedding, pregnancy, business start up, surgery, etc
£29 per month analysis; £60 for three month analysis. Months do not need to be successive.
All readings are recorded as an MP3 file for your continued reference.
Financial concessions available.
For more information, visit astrologyofjoy.com/consultations.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.Copyright © 2025 Elemental Astrology, All rights reserved.
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Newsletter 16/JUNE/2025 Saturn Debt, Jupiter Gift
Astrology Monday! Saturn’s Debt; Jupiter’s Gift 🤗 View this email in your browser
This Week’s Focus
Saturn’s Debt; Jupiter’s Gift
Issue 25 Volume 8 16 June 2025
The ultimate measure of a man is not where he stands in moments of comfort and convenience, but where he stands at times of challenge and controversy.~~ Martin Luther King Jr. (1929 – 1968) American Baptist minister and civil rights activist
Image Credit:© 1999 US Postal ServiceAstrology 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:
Saturn square Jupiter in Cancer ends signalling expansion
Saturn ends its square of Jupiter on 21 June allowing Jupiter to fully manifest its expansion and optimism through next summer.
If your sun-sign is Aries, Cancer, Leo, Scorpio, Sagittarius, or Pisces, much progress can be made through the higher emotions and sense of home.
If your sun-sign is Taurus, Gemini, Virgo, Libra, Capricorn, or Aquarius, greed can masquerade as worthy ambition. Remain focused on what is good for all.
Summer Solstice 21 June 3:42 am GMT
The Summer Solstice is a time when we begin the shift towards less light and more darkness. Sound troubling? No worries! This heralds a wonderful time of the year to do spiritual practices because this period is “in your hands” — your choice, your effort. As Sadhguru says: Watering and putting manure to a plant is important. Flowers will come as a consequence of that. It is not our doing. This is just like that. These six months are the sadhana pada and this time is important because now you can do the right things. If you do the right things, when the time to harvest comes, the right kind of harvest will come.
Choose expansion over survival; courage over fear
Saturn’s foray into Aries creates a bumpy road. Our need to survive diminishes Jupiter’s brilliance and optimism. Allow enthusiasm to guide necessary choices, not your pain body, worry, or concern. Prudence is good; anxiety not. Saturn in Aries can bring needed change. Look below the surface of life events. The deeper you go, the clearer it is.
Strengthen your foundation
Saturn in Aries is a bit like a ship at sea taking on water during a storm. Knowing what to keep and what to throw overboard can be confusing. Seek a safe harbour through the healthy masculine (authenticity and generosity). Act on your loftiest goals and activate your heart chakra through nature, song, art, and devotion. This is not the time for sensuality and sense gratification, but for sensible action and sensitivity.
Quick World View
Expect more turmoil in the world as good intentions (Jupiter) meet resistance (Saturn). The great mystery is why so many genuinely good people set aside their common sense and objectivity and express their individual choice like a lemming jumping over the cliff with a thousand others. Group-think not only causes a poverty of consciousness, it can destroy whole nations, even the world. Jupiter in Cancer thru 2026 then in Leo thru 2027 offers the chance that, despite the tribalism of the masses, clear heads will prevail. Expect more turbulence as society attempts to rebuild itself after decades of disastrous policies. Whether it leads to breakthroughs or breakdowns depends in large measure upon how clearly we, the individual, see the world… HINT: things are rarely what they seem. 😊Questions? Send your questions and feedback here. Questions will be answered in future issues as long as they are relevant to a broad audience. Specific questions require a scheduled reading.Slavery is slavery. The chain of gold is quite as bad as the chain of iron.
~ Swami Vivekananda (1863 — 1902) self-realised yogi who lectured in America in 1893
Dear wonderful neighbour and fellow traveller;
This week, Juneteenth (June 19th) is celebrated in America to commemorate the end of slavery in the United States. Juneteenth traces its roots to June 19, 1865, when Union troops arrived in Galveston, Texas, to inform enslaved African Americans of their freedom. To its credit, the United Kingdom gave full emancipation to its slaves in 1838, nearly 30 years before America. Yet, it must be asked, “How many of us are truly free?”
Saints, sages, and Siddhas from all traditions are very clear: the experience of freedom arises from within and has nothing to do with external circumstances. This means a prisoner who knows the source of his existence knows freedom whereas the billionaire who has every desire fulfilled but is ignorant of his divinity lives in the chains of his own making. For the astrologer who understands the nature of both, he considers the difficult chart a blessing and the comfortable chart a curse. It’s only through the smelter’s fire that ore reveals the gold.
Saturn and Jupiter each have a role to play in our unfoldment: Saturn is the “hard knocks” of life which unexpectedly befall us. Yet, Saturn is a stern schoolmaster who believes in us more than we do. Saturn is our karma manifested and through the expansive eye of Jupiter are we able to discern the rhyme and reason in the challenge. Jupiter is the compassionate god who grants understanding and wisdom and when we allow Jupiter to fully manifest in our life, we prosper both materially and spiritually.
Is there a rhyme and reason? 🤔
In life, terrible things happen. Nevertheless, as an old astrologer-colleague once said to me, “Pain is obligatory; suffering is optional.” As difficult as it seems in those darkest moments, something eternal within your own being is calling to you to let go everything you have known to be true. Only in the space created when something leaves, will you find your answer and that answer will be in what comes in to fill the void.
Life will give you whatever experience is most helpful for the evolution of your consciousness. How do you know this is the experience you need? Because this is the experience you are having at the moment.
― Eckhart Tolle, A New Earth: Awakening to Your Life’s Purpose
As hard as it seems, I believe in you. You got this. You really do.
🤗
David 🔆astrologyofjoy.com
In this issue:- Weekly Planning Forecast
- Astrology of Now
- Hero’s Journey: Free App
Saturn Special! If you would like to know the potential and possibility of your personal Boundary Buster for the next 3 years, contact me here. £45/hr online Astrology Monday
Weekly Planning ForecastSuggestion: match the significations of the following dates to what you wish to accomplish. To plan important events further into the future, contact David for a Muhurtha reading which finds the best date(s) for your specific tasks or goals.Cancer Sun…
The Sun in Cancer, a sign ruled by the Moon, highlights an individual who relies on emotional connection to feel safe and secure. Home and family are important and they tend to lead with their feelings and emotional expression. They exhibit good looks and are friendly and sociable.
21 June — 22 July
Sun in Aditya Indra…
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. For thousands of years before the Greeks, the Vedic culture used a 12-part circle which represented 12 aspects of the Sun. These Adityas offer us fascinating insights into our human potential.
The Aditya that corresponds to the Greek zodiacal sign of Cancer is Indra which symbolises victory and triumph over adversity and challenge. Jupiter does very well here and will be in Indra thru June 2026. When the Sun is in Indra, we are inspired to pick up the banner of right action and address the evils of the world. Patriotism and nationalistic pride is strong here; we want to secure our home, family, and community against the unrighteous. The Sun in Cancer is auspicious and much can be accomplished when the Sun is here.
☺️
Important upcoming dates (2025)
JAN 12 thru summer 2026: Rahu enters Pisces joining Saturn and Neptune
— Loss of boundaries; heightened creative expression
MAY 25 — AUG 31: Saturn enters Aries, its sign of debilitation
— Weakening of foundation; supports taking calculated risks
JUN 9 thru Jun 21: Saturn squares Jupiter
— Causes tension between what to embrace and what to let go.
JUN 9 — JUN 30, 2026: Jupiter exalted in Cancer
— Oh, boy! We finally get some help from the good guys!
JUN 17 — AUG 6: Mars in Virgo
— Taking on too many responsibilities; supports fitness programmes; Mars gets confused by so many choices in Virgo. Stay focused on what it is you really want.
SEP 1 — 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 of foundation; supports taking calculated risks
Astrology of Now
Disclaimer: I hold no party affiliation and have supported both sides of the aisle with my vote. My aim is to offer you an unbiased perspective of world events through the lens of archaeology, astrology, and yoga.Saturn’s Wild West Show
“Fear’s just another critter in the wild—learn to ride it or it’ll throw you.”
Israel and Iran… ICE and LA… Peacekeepers and activists clashing across the globe… a volcano in Sicily and a medium-sized earthquake in California… even a seismic shift in the UK: PM Starmer announced a national inquiry into the UK grooming gangs after months of stonewalling! On top of it all, after a quiet spring, the sun’s solar activity has reawakened. What’s going on? 🤔
As mentioned in earlier issues, the world is politically and energetically unstable. Business as usual has given way to a Wild West show that would make Wild Bill Hickok proud. As my mother used to tell us, “Round and round it goes. Where it stops, nobody knows!”
All in all, it is simply life unfolding according to individual karma, and individual karma brought together in a single moment is global karma. The important consideration to remember is how you have complete control over your inner experience. Pain is a necessary part of life; suffering is not.
Embrace spiritual knowledge. It’s the only way. Everything else you attempt will be like plugging a boat full of holes with your fingers — soon you run out of fingers! The Summer Solstice is a good time to start. Jupiter in Cancer is your method. Cancer is your higher emotions: love, gratitude, compassion, ecstasy. As with everything else, you must practice the methods shown by the spiritual pioneers before you. They will show you how to get from point A to point B in the least amount of time. The point is, practice makes perfect. Still, remember what the American football coach Vince Lombardi told his players:
“Practice does not make perfect. Only perfect practice makes perfect.” The meaning for us…?
Learn from the best — those who are where you want to be. 😉
🙏🏻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… 😉 Free and low cost programmes and discounts…
Miracle of Mind! FREE Meditation App!
Recent science shows that even a short amount of time is enough to spark positive neuro-physical changes in your brain. Stick with it, and these quick sessions build up, boosting your mental resilience and overall happiness.
Launched by Sadhguru this past Mahashivratri, Miracle of Mind is a free app to download that empowers you through a daily 7 minute meditation. For more information, follow this link.
ConsultationsBecome an Astro Affiliate! Receive 20% cashback on any referrals.
Visit astrologyofjoy.com/special-offer for more information.
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!”
Recommended Schedule
1. One-time Natal in-depth overview:
£95… 2hr online reading. Optional: £29 add on eBook.
2. NEW! Varshaphala (6-month Solar return)
£95… 2hr online reading. Optional: £29 add on eBook.
3. Rahu/Ketu Elemental Reading
£79… 2hr online reading. Optional: £29 add on eBook.
4. Specialised Consultations:
£79… 2hr online reading. Optional: £29 add on eBook.- Relationship/Compatibility
- Career/Finances
- Health and Wellbeing
- Spiritual Development
- In-depth examination of any area of your choosing
5. Muhurta Consultation
Auspicious date determination for wedding, pregnancy, business start up, surgery, etc
£29 per month analysis; £60 for three month analysis. Months do not need to be successive.
All readings are recorded as an MP3 file for your continued reference.
Financial concessions available.
For more information, visit astrologyofjoy.com/consultations.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.Copyright © 2025 Elemental Astrology, All rights reserved.
Our mailing address is: Elemental Astrology, Burntisland, Scotland
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Newsletter: 9/JUNE/2025 Saturn the Boundary Buster
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Saturn the Boundary Buster
Issue 24 Volume 8 9 June 2025
There are no constraints on the human mind, no walls around the human spirit, no barriers to our progress except those we ourselves erect.~~ Ronald Reagan (1911 – 2004) an American actor, 40th president of the United States, and undercover yogi 😄 Image Credit:© 2024 – 2025 BadgerCMYKAstrology 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:
Jupiter in Cancer!! 🥳
Jupiter begins a two year journey through Cancer and Leo promising expansion and optimism and helps to offset Saturn’s rather dry bedside manner. However, it won’t really get going until it leaves Saturn’s aspect after 21 June. Selfless intent helps smooth the ride.
If your sun-sign is Aries, Cancer, Leo, Scorpio, Sagittarius, or Pisces, be watchful of over-optimism or its opposite, melancholy. Your answer is between the two.
If your sun-sign is Taurus, Gemini, Virgo, Libra, Capricorn, or Aquarius, keep your chin up and put your eggs in the humanitarian basket. Things are bumpy, but worse than they seem.
Chance encounters
Venus and Uranus in Taurus can indicate chance encounters and unexpected events in relations which cause you to consider more deeply what you want from others. Uranus forces authenticity.
Choose expansion over survival; courage over fear
Saturn’s foray into Aries creates a bumpy road. Our need to survive diminishes Jupiters brilliance and optimism. Allow enthusiasm to guide necessary choices, not your pain body, worry, or concern. Prudence is good; anxiety not. Saturn in Aries can bring needed change. Look below the surface of life events. The deeper you go, the clearer it is.
Strengthen your foundation
Saturn in Aries is a bit like a ship at sea taking on water during a storm. Knowing what to keep and what to throw overboard can be confusing. Seek a safe harbour through the healthy masculine (authenticity and generosity). Act on your loftiest goals and activate your heart chakra through nature, song, art, and devotion. This is not the time for sensuality and sense gratification, but for sensible action and sensitivity.
Quick World View
A challenging period thru June 21 reveals good intentions (Jupiter) meeting resistance (Saturn). The great puzzle, of course, is deciding whose intentions are good and whose are not. Life is rarely what it seems for the eyes sees what it wants to see. The world needs more objective thinking and less emotional outbursts. Note: The EU has entered a 7.5 year period that will bring significant change — the next 3 years bring tumult, then a more even keel.Questions? Send your questions and feedback here. Questions will be answered in future issues as long as they are relevant to a broad audience. Specific questions require a scheduled reading.The whole effort of the spiritual process is to break the boundaries you have drawn for yourself and experience the immensity that you are.
~ Sadhguru Jaggi Vasudev, founder of Isha Foundation, a spiritual organisation focused on physical, mental, and spiritual wellbeing for everyone
Dear wonderful neighbour and fellow traveller;
As a mystic who embraces yoga science and philosophy, I am quite optimistic about the road human beings are traveling. On the other hand, as an astrologer/archaeologist, I always make sure my seat belt is securely latched. It takes skilful driving to avoid the potholes, traffic jams, and unnecessary detours, a tall task for humanity, but a real possibility for the individual — global harmony begins with us.
I am going to go out on the proverbial limb and make a declaration: though Saturn is now in its ‘fall’ (Aries), the road ahead has the potential and possibility to be one of the best periods of your life. Will there be increased friction and turmoil over the next three years for you and the rest of humanity? Absolutely. You can count on it, but each of us have the potential to turn Saturn’s fall into a resurrection
If your eyes are fixed on the rear-view mirror, you’ll miss that important turn coming up. ~ Richard Branson, English business magnate and entrepreneur
Make no mistake; your boundaries are at risk. Saturn means boundaries and in the home of Mars (Aries), your boundaries will be pushed, pulled, and tested and retested. And this is a good thing. If you remain as you are, you will continue to be tossed asunder in an endless cycle of pleasant and unpleasant experiences. One day you own the world because you have what you want, then the morrow finds you battling anxiety because what was once a tailwind has now become a gale against you. There is a safe harbour and Saturn in Aries will help you find it as long as you understand the process.
Saturn is both boundary and boundary buster. As an extension of your karmic trauma, Saturn is the walls you have created to protect yourself from more trauma, but just like an adult who is afraid to venture outside their house because of a traumatic experience as a child, the fear that holds up your self-created boundaries is a figment of your pain body. It holds no reality. Saturn is both the disease and the medicine. Through self-effort, applied discipline, perseverance, steadfastness, objectivity, and grounded living, you begin to change the narrative.
This is not easy to do on our own, of course, so Saturn uses our own karma to free ourself. Saturn comes along as a “bad time” from our own karmic imprint to push us to greater depths of understanding and greater heights of wisdom. Saturn is change and only through change can we be transformed from what we are not to what we are like the caterpillar who is turned to mush inside the chrysalis only to emerge as a butterfly. Saturn is your Superman, the force of dispassion who wears an ‘S’ on his chest, the S of Shiva, the Adiyogi who resides in you as you.
For the next three years, let go and allow yourself to be reborn. Saturn in Aries is an opportunity to discover where you are stuck, a tremendous blessing, for to see clearly is half the battle won. Then, through the power of Mars (Aries) you’ll have a clear direction. In this way, you’ll need no Google Maps: the star by which you guide your life will be the one within you, the one that has always been with you, and the one that will always lead you to safe harbour.
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David 🔆astrologyofjoy.com
In this issue:- Weekly Planning Forecast
- Astrology of Now
- Hero’s Journey: Free App
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Weekly Planning ForecastSuggestion: match the significations of the following dates to what you wish to accomplish. To plan important events further into the future, contact David for a Muhurtha reading which finds the best date(s) for your specific tasks or goals.Gemini Sun…
The Sun in Gemini, a sign ruled by Mercury, highlights an individual who is witty, charming, light-hearted and intellectually engaging. Geminis can be mercurial, but they tend not to hold onto their emotions for long. They are flexible and have a discerning eye. They can quickly size up any situation and though they cannot resist the need to explore and experience what’s available, they are eager to share what they learn with others. They embrace logic and reason and enjoy a good puzzle or conundrum.
20 May — 21 June
Sun in Aditya Varuna…
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. For thousands of years before the Greeks, the Vedic culture used a 12-part circle which represented 12 aspects of the Sun. These Adityas offer us fascinating insights into our human potential.
The Aditya that corresponds to the Greek zodiacal sign of Gemini is Varuna which symbolises the all embracing Love that holds within itself the whole of creation. Jupiter does very well here and will be in Varuna thru June 2026.
When the Sun is in Varuna, God is directing your attention to the benevolent Mother who watches over her brood (creation) with great Love. Varuna is about being okay with whatever happens. This comes from an understanding that what is created is not different from the Creator. In this way, whatever happens in your personal life this month, pleasant or not, consider thoughtfully how what happened relates to your personal unfoldment as a complete human being. If pleasant, seek the source within you of that pleasantness. If challenging, look for a repeating cycle. With awareness and willingness, you can put an end to an unpleasant cycle of karma.
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Moon Planner
Has the Moon got you hurried and harried?
No worries! The Moon represents your capacity to receive, a feminine quality, and recognising the resources you have available to fulfil your emotional needs. Too often, we get distracted with what is not ours to have and miss out on the available opportunity, experiencing disappointment and disillusionment, or worse, we become like my friend, Monsieur Lou Garou. 🤭
Full Moon in Sagittarius
Wednesday, 11 May: Full Moon in Sagittarius (07:43 GMT)
Full moons magnify your emotional mind, good or bad. There is science behind this: just as full moons create higher than usual tides on earth, so there is a natural draw of fluids into your brain. Full moons are a great opportunity to access profound emotions through spiritual practice and alone time bringing you deeper insights and intuition.
The Sagittarius Full Moon picks up a nice influence from Jupiter both by virtue of being in Jupiter’s sign as well as an aspect from Jupiter. The Moon represents our needs and Jupiter energises the need to benefit those around us. However, Saturn’s aspect on Jupiter is putting survival and selfish intent at the forefront for some in the news.
Emotions are not meant to destroy life; they are part of nature’s way of enhancing life. Yet, every day our emotions rain destruction upon ourselves and others because we allow the survival mechanism to influence their expression. Contrary to popular opinion, life is not about “me”; life is a multiplayer game where the only rule is to express yourself as a piece of the Cosmos. This is not selfish; it’s about experiencing yourself as a part of the whole.
The bright half of the moon cycle is an opportunity to expand your capacity for emotional expression in a healthy way using the resources available to you. During the dark half, there is a natural drawing down of the attention which is useful for examining what you consider is a need. Ask yourself what is it that thinks it needs to survive even when you are in the quiet of your home or at the dinner table…
Sagittarius is the fire of purification. Allow yourself to be open to the fire of Love that will come to you in unexpected ways. Love is not always teddy bears and puppies… Love is the power of God that transforms. Only through fire does ore become gold.
Mother’s milk from mother Moon: Gurumayi of the Siddha lineage once shared with us two practical ways to imbibe the full moon energy. The first is to simply go somewhere quiet and gaze at the beauty of the full moon for an extended time paying close attention to the source of the feelings that arise within you. Another is to leave milk in a clear, covered glass overnight in a window sill where it will catch the full moon’s rays. In the morning, consume the milk. Milk easily absorbs positive energy as well as neutralise negative energy, Milk is used to purify jewellery of negative energies or unhelpful karmas that may be associated with the jewellery maker or previous owners. You can also do this as a jewellery rejuvenator every six months or so to keep your jewellery energetically fresh. It is best to use organic whole milk, raw if possible.Important upcoming dates (2025)
JAN 12 thru summer 2026: Rahu enters Pisces joining Saturn and Neptune
— Loss of boundaries; heightened creative expression
APR 18 — JUN 16: Mars enters Leo
— Aggressive work scenarios; energises authentic work and projects
MAY 25 — AUG 31: Saturn enters Aries, its sign of debilitation
— Weakening of foundation; supports taking calculated risks
JUN 9 thru Jun 21: Saturn squares Jupiter
— Causes tension between what to embrace and what to let go.
JUN 9 — JUN 30, 2026: Jupiter exalted in Cancer
— Oh, boy! We finally get some help from the good guys!
JUN 17 — AUG 6: Mars in Virgo
— Taking on too many responsibilities; supports fitness programmes
SEP 1 — 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 of foundation; supports taking calculated risks
Astrology of Now
Disclaimer: I hold no party affiliation and have supported both sides of the aisle with my vote. My aim is to offer you an unbiased perspective of world events through the lens of archaeology, astrology, and yoga.Saturn: the Great Equaliser
Breaking down is easy; breaking “up” is hard to do
Judging by your questions and concerns, many of you have taken the position that any breakdown of the status quo is a bad thing becomes the source of your worries and anxiety about the future. Should we be worried? Is it possible that we are experiencing a natural pushback on decades of authoritarianism by machiavellian do-gooders? 🤔
First, understand that authoritarianism has been around since the mammoths. Second, authoritarianism is neither right nor left; indeed, for those who seek to forcefully seek to shape the world to their view, the active political power structure is of no real concern — they simply adjust their mechanisms of control to reflect the current government.
What I notice as a major misunderstanding among astrologers, especially Vedic astrologers, is a tendency to only equate Saturn with generational traditions that are deeply rooted in the fabric of society. Saturn does embrace such traditions, but it also represents more recent societal structures and trends that have established themselves over a shorter period of time. What we are seeing in the world today, is a breaking apart of these structures, especially those that took root during the pandemic years. Is this change beneficial or harmful?
Without writing a major essay on political power structures and trends, we can simply observe what has been happening since the covid pandemic when Saturn was very strong and Jupiter very weak. Saturn is a natural disruptor, a boundary buster, and represents authority, government, and karmic pay-off. Yet, Saturn needs a strong supporting cast, namely Jupiter, lest it become destructive. Jupiter, however, the planet of good intentions, wisdom, and good fortune has been weakened five of the past six years either by sign or by Saturn’s aspect, sometimes both. Fortunately, Jupiter enters Cancer today signalling a two year run (Cancer and Leo) that offers us an opportunity to see what has been hiding in plain site since at least the 1990s.
When supported, Saturn is the ability to see things as they are, after all the pretence and nonsense of our conditioning has been stripped away through trial and tribulation. Though Saturn often represents the trauma within us we unleash upon the world, it is also the illumined stillness we experience when our minds are no longer modified by the past. Saturn is the universal truth that resides in you and me and it is truth that Saturn is attracted to like a moth to a flame. When you go against your Saturn, you invite challenge because Saturn wants nothing to do with your self-imposed conditioning that makes you limited and weak. The same with humanity as a whole.
What we see in the world today is a breakdown of harmful structures and “ways of doing business” that really began to accelerate in the 1990s. The only reason there is so much resistance now is because we are so entrenched in a tribalistic way of thinking. Rather than step back and actually give our brain a rest from all the thinking, we cling deeper to the nonsense that we have believed for lifetimes, beliefs that are fed by the mainstream media and politicians on both the right and left. They have a captive audience, one that needs regular feeding, and they are happy to make sure we are well-fed, for if we were to go hungry, we would actually begin to think for ourselves. Independent thinkers are always the first casualties of oppression.
If this seems harsh, it is only to suggest doing what the enlightened ones have told us since forever. On the political spectrum, enlightened spiritual masters identify with neither left, nor right, nor anywhere in between. After all, infinite freedom grants infinite possibility. This does not mean, however, they do not have any ideas about how to move forward. They do, but their suggestions always reflect the freedom they imbibe.
Tribalism is not helpful. In fact, it is destructive and rests at the very core of societal discord. Think for yourself. When you do, you will come to realise that Saturn is your greatest friend, the Great Equaliser who is a stern taskmaster, but a just one. Allow the Greatness of Saturn to permeate your entire being.
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Newsletter 02/June/2025 Saturn and the Muladhara Chakra
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This Week’s Focus
Saturn and the Muladhara Chakra
Issue 23 Volume 8 2 June 2025
When we do yoga, we are more focused on the muladhara than anything else because if you stabilize this, the rest is easy to create. If the foundation of the building is loose and we try to hold up the building, it will be a daily circus.
That is what has happened to human life. Holding themselves in some state of balance and wellbeing… every day is a circus for most human beings. If the foundation is unstable, anxiety is natural. But if your muladhara is stable, life or death, you will be stable because your foundation is good…
~~ Sadhguru Jaggi Vasudev, bestselling author, yogi, mystic, humanitarianAstrology 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:
Chance encounters
Venus enters Taurus where Uranus can create unexpected meetings and chance encounters which cause you to consider more deeply what you want from others. Uranus forces you to be authentic.
Stay true to your heart
Mercury conjuncts Jupiter in Gemini (Varuna) and helps us discern and dissect and bring rewards related to information, business, and group activities. Jupiter can become too focused on external fulfilment. Stay true to your heart and avoid getting bogged down in dead ends or false promises.
Choose expansion over survival; courage over fear
Saturn’s foray into Aries creates a bumpy road. Our need to survive diminishes Jupiters brilliance and optimism. Allow enthusiasm to guide necessary choices, not your pain body, worry, or concern. Prudence is good; anxiety not. Saturn in Aries can bring needed change. Look below the surface of life events.
Strengthen your foundation
Saturn in Aries is a bit like a ship at sea taking on water during a storm. Knowing what to keep and what to throw overboard can be confusing. Seek a safe harbour through the healthy masculine (authenticity and generosity). Act on your loftiest goals and activate your heart chakra through nature, song, art, and devotion. This is not the time for sensuality and sense gratification, but for sensible action and sensitivity.
Quick World View
A challenging period thru June 21 reveals good intentions (Jupiter) meeting resistance (Saturn). For the UK, expect people becoming increasingly frustrated with out of control immigration and for the US, continued legal battles for the Trump administration and budget wrangling. These issues find greater resolution after 21 June. The EU has entered a 7.5 year period that will bring significant change — the next 3 years bring tumult, then a more even keel.Questions? Send your questions and feedback here. Questions will be answered in future issues as long as they are relevant to a broad audience. Specific questions require a scheduled reading.Place is security, space is freedom.
~ Yi-Fu Tuan (1930 — 2022) Chinese-American geographer; originator of humanistic geography
Dear wonderful neighbour and fellow traveller;
Consciousness underlies all existence, including what you call you. Consciousness is Love. When we’re plugged in, everything in our life blossoms and we experience love and bliss and contentment. It is closer than a thought and only a moment away. Your task is to make this sublime moment your ongoing reality…
Burntisland is a wonderful little coastal village on the Scottish coast. It’s small enough to know everyone by name and big enough to have all the trimmings that make life colourful and alive. There’s an amazing organic bakery second to none, a hardware store that offers everything from finishing nails to curtain rods to carpenter’s squares, and a ‘Veggie Man” who can sell you fine Italian tomatoes just as easily as local grown strawberries pesticide free.
Place… and space; the two are intertwined though each points to different aspects of time — without time, place and space do not exist. Place is where we are and space is what exists between places. Can we ever overestimate the importance of these two as long as we have a body? Home is where the heart is and for now, Burntisland has captured my heart. However, it’s important to understand that place should not become another ball and chain, but an expression of who you are. When that expression changes, you may find your place changes, too.
Fundamentally, I find fulfilment when I help others experience God in the world whether through the written word, astrology, or simply in chatting with a stranger. This is most closely aligned to ‘space’ and has formed the bedrock of my life on Earth — it is a natural expression of who I am. In the boyhood days of long ago, I would often awake before anyone else to slip on my insulated wellies and venture into the November woods. Feeling at home in the stillness of a light falling snow, I’d use an old stump for a chair and simply sit… no purpose save to witness life around me. I think back on those mornings and that young fellow who sat in such quietude. He certainly was not thinking of places to see or adventures to capture; where he sat was both the destination and the journey. The stump was his place; the woods his space…
Saturn is aligned with the muladhara chakra. Mula is Sanskrit for root or foundation and highlights the importance of Saturn in astrology. In the kingdom of the planets, Saturn is the castle that offers protection and a firm foundation upon which the other planets express their qualities. When Saturn is weak or afflicted, the other planets are unable to properly fulfil their roles and their associated aspects of our life suffer.
Saturn and the muladhara chakra are vital to a steady and balanced life. Sadhguru tells us that without a strong foundation, we will not even be able to sit still. This is why, he said, most yogic practices and asanas are designed to strengthen the muladhara chakra. How can we glimpse eternity if we cannot even embrace more than a few moments of stillness?
Sadhguru: When we talk about balance, we are not talking about sanity, we are talking about finding that perch between sanity and insanity where you can venture and adventure. Madness is an adventure. It is a most wonderful thing as long as it is in control. If you lose control it will become ugly. Similarly, sanity is a beautiful thing but if you become perfectly sane, you are as good as dead. This ability to venture and adventure into whatever you want at any moment will come to you if your muladhara is well-established (Sadhguru, Mystic Musings, 2017).May your Saturn find you resolute and loving.
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David 🔆astrologyofjoy.com
In this issue:- Weekly Planning Forecast
- Astrology of Now
- Practical Vedanta: Millet and chia jam recipes
- Hero’s Journey: Free App
Saturn Special! If you would like to know the potential and possibility of Saturn for you personally, I am offering an hourly special: £45/hr online. Contact me here. Astrology Monday
Weekly Planning ForecastSuggestion: match the significations of the following dates to what you wish to accomplish. To plan important events further into the future, contact David for a Muhurtha reading which finds the best date(s) for your specific tasks or goals.Gemini Sun…
The Sun in Gemini, a sign ruled by Mercury, highlights an individual who is witty, charming, light-hearted and intellectually engaging. Geminis can be mercurial, but they tend not to hold onto their emotions for long. They are flexible and have a discerning eye. They can quickly size up any situation and though they cannot resist the need to explore and experience what’s available, they are eager to share what they learn with others. They embrace logic and reason and enjoy a good puzzle or conundrum.
20 May — 21 June
Sun in Aditya Varuna…
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. For thousands of years before the Greeks, the Vedic culture used a 12-part circle which represented 12 aspects of the Sun. These Adityas offer us fascinating insights into our human potential.
The Aditya that corresponds to the Greek zodiacal sign of Gemini is Varuna which symbolises the all embracing Love that holds within itself the whole of creation. Jupiter does very well here and will be in Varuna thru June 2026.
When the Sun is in Varuna, God is directing your attention to the benevolent Mother who watches over her brood (creation) with great Love. Varuna is about being okay with whatever happens. This comes from an understanding that what is created is not different from the Creator. In this way, whatever happens in your personal life this month, pleasant or not, consider thoughtfully how what happened relates to your personal unfoldment as a complete human being. If pleasant, seek the source within you of that pleasantness. If challenging, look for a repeating cycle. With awareness and willingness, you can put an end to an unpleasant cycle of karma.
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Important upcoming dates (2025)
JAN 12 thru summer 2026: Rahu enters Pisces joining Saturn and Neptune
— Loss of boundaries; heightened creative expression
APR 18 — JUN 16: Mars enters Leo
— Aggressive work scenarios; energises authentic work and projects
MAY 25 — AUG 31: Saturn enters Aries, its sign of debilitation
— Weakening of foundation; supports taking calculated risks
JUN 9 thru Jun 21: Saturn squares Jupiter
— Causes tension between what to embrace and what to let go.
JUN 9 — JUN 30, 2026: Jupiter exalted in Cancer
— Oh, boy! We finally get some help from the good guys!
JUN 17 — AUG 6: Mars in Virgo
— Taking on too many responsibilities; supports fitness programmes
SEP 1 — 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 of foundation; supports taking calculated risks
Astrology of Now
Disclaimer: I hold no party affiliation and have supported both sides of the aisle with my vote. My aim is to offer you an unbiased perspective of world events through the lens of archaeology, astrology, and yoga.Saturn Now
Though Saturn has been playing a pivotal role in human affairs since at least the pandemic, the world has entered into a critical 3-yr period marked by Saturn’s debilitation into Aries. Saturn oversees the 10th and 11th houses which relate to those aspects of life that require prolonged effort: work, activity, status, material gain, plans, social harmony, government responsibilities, and the dispensing of authority. Saturn rules longevity and death, karmic debt, chronic illness, and old age. When strong, Saturn perseveres, endures, and embraces the discipline necessary to fulfil our obligations and responsibilities. Saturn is the foundation, the root, the ground upon which things are built and established. Saturn is the rule of law, tradition and culture, and what follows one generation to the next.
Saturn became debilitated in Aries on 25 May and will be there thru 31 August when it will retreat back into Pisces. February 14, 2026, Saturn renters Aries and stays there through 2028. This is a critical time for not only the world, but for you. This summer will be a preview of the next 3 yrs, so you can tighten up what needs to be tightened, and let go what is not serving you.
Saturn and You
Saturn is what keeps your feet on the ground either because you have imbibed the lesson needed or because your sense of pride has been pummelled into submission by trial and tribulation. Saturn has a reputation as a stern schoolmaster who uses the school of hard knocks to get you to become real and authentic. Under Saturn’s care, pretence is scrubbed away even as we pay off our past karmic debts.
For the next three years, it is important to understand that Saturn is another aspect of your unpretentious yearning to see the world and your existence as it really is. Any contrived, emotional, or conditioned perspectives will be quashed under a more objective eye. Saturn’s influence often means change since Saturn plays the role of disruptor and heralds a period of ‘correction’. If you have been lying to yourself, Saturn will help you get back on track. 😁
Tips: Saturn in Aries indicates a lack of vision caused by fearing something imagined, then shifts to the fear of the unknown when it falls back into Pisces from 1 SEP thru 14 FEB and back again to imagined fear after 14 FEB. To stay objective, strengthen your foundation. This includes your body thru proper diet and exercise, your mind thru exercising your creative intellect, and your energy body through processes that strengthen your muladhara chakra, especially hatha yoga and meditation. To find hatha yoga programmes in your area by Isha certified teachers, check out this link.
Important: Those of you born with either Saturn in Aries or the Moon in Pisces, Aries, or Taurus will likely experience this period with a sharp intensity. As a general rule of thumb, Saturn pushes you through limitation. if you feel Saturn’s intensity rise, seek to understand what you are holding onto that should be abandoned. Saturn is the power to resist which is, in essence, the power to let go. Though Saturn is stern, it wants the best for you. After all, Saturn IS you. 😉
Saturn and the World
Saturn rules the western direction. In Aries, it can mean adversaries or calamities from or in the West. For America, this can indicate war/conflict with China and/or natural disasters in the western part of the US. In Europe, this can mean calamities in western Europe and/or continued discord with the US. Saturn rules the earth element so we may see an uptick in earthquakes, volcanoes, landslides, mine cave-ins, sinkholes, etc.
Tips: Those of you who live in areas with a higher potential for natural disasters such as the American West Coast, Italy, New Zealand, Singapore, Japan, northern India, the Carpathian
region, etc., can make sure you have contingency plans and at least a few days of rations and water on hand as well as emergency supplies. When I lived in northern California, for example, I bought a quality hand operated water filtration system, first aid kit, a hand-cranked emergency radio, propane stove, etc. I always had sacks of rice and beans and canned goods on hand. You can go online to find out what a preparedness kit contains specific to your area.
This is not saying you will experience a natural disaster; it is saying to use common sense. As the boy Scouts tell us, “Be prepared!”Practical Vedanta
Tips to strengthen your inner and outer foundation through practical livingTwo ‘from-scratch recipes’ to support your body, mind, and spirit
As someone who gets high from making healthy foodstuffs from scratch, I wanted to share a wonderful recipe for millet bread I discovered this winter and a homemade jam recipe I have been using for a couple of years. I’m definitely neither a baker nor chef, but I like to have fun in the kitchen. Sometimes my concoctions work, and sometimes it’s the garden critters that enjoy them most. The point is there is an intimate and very real connection between the body human, including the mind, and the food we eat. When we take the time to consciously prepare and eat our food, that connection is energised and both our mind and body benefit.
Gluten-free, vegan millet bread: Sadhguru has spoken very enthusiastically about millet. It’s gluten-free, low glycemic, and has no lectins — anti-nutrients plants use as a defence mechanism against pests including us humans. There are ways to counter lectins, e.g. fermenting, soaking, and pressure cooking. However, I value my time, so when I discovered millet has no lectins, I was already hooked. Then I made this delicious bread and became enamoured. It is so satisfying. What’s more, as many of you can attest, there is just something magical about making and baking your own food from scratch, not to mention the health benefits.
I tried a few millet bread recipes, but this one from ‘Natasha’ turned out to be exactly what I was looking for: a tasty, moist bread easy to make using only millet flour. The basic recipe is a gluten-free, vegan, yeast bread, but can easily be made into a sourdough. To make sure I am getting the freshest flour possible, I grind organic millet in a coffee grinder as needed. I cut the recipe in half for my needs and substituted double cream for the oil (I am not vegan). Since I am baking in a toaster oven, I bake at a lower temperature and discovered that if I begin at 120 C for 15 minutes, then 135 C for another 40 minutes or so, I can let the dough rise higher without it collapsing. I also coat the top with egg to give it a nice even, brown crust and I use a sheet of tinfoil placed on top to regulate the amount of browning I want. I suggest following the recipe exactly the first time, then experimenting with what works for you. Enjoy! https://www.natashashome.com/millet-bread/
Chia-seed jam recipe: While it’s true Grandma might exclaim, “That ain’t no jam!” what’s great about this recipe is that it is simple, healthy, and if you close your eyes, it might even take you back to your childhood. As it is, the basic recipe is simple: cook two cups of fruit of your choice in a saucepan until it is soft. Mush it with a fork or potato masher. Remove from heat and add 2 tablespoons of chia seeds. As it cools, the mix will thicken up and have a jam-like consistency. You can also add a sweetener of your choice and a touch of lemon juice. It can be stored in the fridge for a week or two.
Update: Chia seeds are also high in lectins which can upset some people’s stomach. I have since discovered that you can substitute psyllium husk for the chia, though you will likely need to add a tablespoon or two of water. I have yet to test this version.
My quick and easy raw chia jam recipe: Always wanting to preserve as much of the fruit’s nutrients and antioxidants as I can, I did not like the idea of cooking the fruit. Though it won’t last as long in the fridge, I put 3/4 cup of blueberries, a half an apple (peeled), 1 tablespoon of chia seeds, a tablespoon of jaggery (a low-processed sugar from India) and a 1/2 teaspoon of lemon juice. Yum! This morning I put some on my millet toast and I was blissed!
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