January
January 2023
ARIES (March 21 – April 19)
This month Aries is empty of planets but for the first two weeks the Sun, Mercury, Mars, Saturn and Venus will be well aspected. Basically do whatever you wish. Remember astrology is only an influence, your awareness, wisdom and compassion are far more important. Considering the aspects, you have a blessing and so projects will not have any problems from the astrological point of view.
Aries Buddhists love to be motivators. This month just slow down and motivate with clarity. If you have a motivation, make it to be more mindful and peaceful. Your awareness and wisdom can protect you from many errors.
TAURUS (April 20 May 20)
This month Uranus sits quietly in Taurus with a slowly diminishing aspect to Saturn. The first two weeks slow down and don’t judge yourself, just make good decisions. Saturn can make you contemplative, even at a square aspect. Avoid being judgmental, see yourself in a compassionate light. Your wisdom and compassion are assets for all circumstances you find yourself in. Rely on them all the time and few errors will happen.
Taurus Buddhists love to be grounded and practical. This month don’t exaggerate things, just move slowly forward. A good motivation helps you deal with all situations.
GEMINI (May 21 – June 20)
This month there is great enthusiasm. Mars is in Gemini and opposite the Sun for the first weeks of December. Be a little careful of being overly enthusiastic about what you are going to do. Your optimism may exaggerate the actual situation beyond what is possible. Just slow down a little and you will make good decisions. It is Christmas time, do not over plan events, let things unfold naturally. Have a good motivation and all should be fine.
Gemini Buddhists are quick on their intellectual feet. This month think about how you are interdependent with all around you and fill that space with affection and love. It is Christmas time, even if we are a Buddhist. It is a beneficial time.
CANCER (June 21 – July 22)
This month your deep feelings are playing a role in whatever you wish to do. The month starts slowly as few planets are opposite Cancer. Start the month with mindfulness of your deeper feelings about things. By being mindful you release the pressure and don’t suffer negative feelings. This is important because in the last ten days of November the Sun, Mercury and Venus will join Pluto in Cancer and increase all your deep feelings. If you have not been mindful, you could get quite intense at the end of the month. It is Christmas and although that is supposed to be a nice time it also can be stressful. Now in what area could you feel intense? That depends on where you are placing emphasis. Astrology is only an influence; you are the outlet of that influence. This is a good transit for Guru Yoga as Pluto is connected to deep faith.
Cancer Buddhists normally work with feelings. This month be reflective and patient. Patience is a wonderful virtue. It comes from understanding that aggression is not the best way to resolve issues. Go slowly and your goals will be attained. If there is something you strongly believe in you will be hard working to accomplish that goal.
LEO (July 23 – August 22)
This month starts a little complicated but ends well. Saturn and Uranus sit poorly positioned to your Sun sign. There are no direct planets in Leo, so these aspects are not overly problematic. The Sun is well positioned and that helps smooth things over. The end of the month and Christmas day things are much better. The reason is Uranus and Saturn move out of aspect with each other and that will remove some stress for you. Therefore, at that time be happy and do some nice things for others.
Leo Buddhists like to be motivators. This month start your Christmas season slowly and know by the last ten days you will feel great.
VIRGO (August 23 – September 22)
This month starts slowly with a sense of imagination and spirituality motivating you. Neptune and Jupiter are finally moving positively in Pisces and running opposite Virgo. Your dream life and altruism may benefit from that aspect. This becomes much stronger in the last two weeks as the Sun, Mercury and Venus are in a good aspects with Virgo and Neptune. So come Christmas day you can easily wish for the world to have peace and happiness. That is a nice wish.
Virgo Buddhists do things in an orderly manner. This month be peaceful and altruistic. Do things that positively motive you and pass on the blessings of good feelings.
LIBRA (September 23 – October 22)
This month you are empty of any planets directly in Libra. You do have a Jupiter opposition that will start in the last week of December. This might bring up some surprises but basically things are fairly quiet for you. In the last days of December the Sun Mercury and Venus will come well aspected to Libra and as that coincides with Christmas, you should have a nice time. Granted astrology cannot make Christmas perfect but when those influences are mixed with good intentions, then wonderful things can happen.
Libra Buddhists keep life in balance. Balance this month is around how much energy you put into actions and how you accomplish tasks. Balance the enthusiasm with common sense.
SCORPIO (October 23 – November 21)
This month Uranus sits opposite Scorpio with a slowly diminishing aspect to Saturn. The first two weeks slow down and don’t judge yourself, just make good decisions. Saturn, which is square, can make you contemplative, even at a stressful aspect. Avoid being judgmental, see yourself in a compassionate light. Your wisdom and compassion are assets for all circumstances you find yourself in. Rely on them all the time and few errors will happen.
Scorpio Buddhists are passionate. This month get your Christmas shopping done early so you can enjoy a peaceful Christmas week. Do not stress if you cannot figure out what to buy for others. The real gift to others is your compassion and wisdom.
SAGITTARIUS (November 22 – December 21)
This month is birthday month. Send a present to your parents or send good wishes to their current rebirth state. They are the source of this rebirth and deserve recognition. This month you are busy with the Sun, Venus and Mercury in Sagittarius. This will influence you only for the first weeks of December. The Sun aspect will give you lots of energy. Mercury and Venus give you love and communication skills. Be a little careful of trying to accomplish too much. Your optimism is very high, and it might overestimate a situation. Be careful of overspending.
Sagittarius Buddhists are inspired individuals. This month motivate positively and wish to be of supreme benefit to others. What more could we ask of a Sagittarian Buddhist who practices Bodhicitta?
CAPRICORN (December 22 – January 19)
This month is birthday month. Send a present to your parents or send good wishes to their current rebirth state. They are the source of this rebirth and deserve recognition. The month starts with a little less intensity as Saturn is moving away from a square to Uranus. This will mean you are calmer than last month’s Uranus square to Pluto. As the Christmas week approaches though you must slow down and be careful. The Sun, Mercury and Venus will come into Capricorn. As our mindful awareness is our protection for all situations, I recommend you slow down and invoke peace when agitation arises. It is a good month to be mindful we are interdependent beings. Be humble. We are humble because we understand we are not totally in control of ourselves. Arrogance feels superior to all and is not in harmony with the true nature of reality.
Capricorn Buddhists reflect and contemplate on decisions. Carry on with your meditations. Go slowly and be thoughtful. You will have a lot of energy, just use it skillfully.
AQUARIUS (January 20 – February 18)
This month enjoy the first weeks of December as the Sun, Venus and Mercury are positively aspected to your sign. That means you have a lot of supportive energy stimulating you. Saturn is in Aquarius and that adds a nice quality of thoughtfulness to you. Come the last two weeks of December the Sun, Venus and Mercury will move out of aspect to Aquarius and you could feel a drop of energy. Be kind hearted and make Christmas (even if you are a Buddhist) a nice event for everyone.
Aquarius Buddhists are sociable beings. This month increase your mindful awareness. By being mindful you control yourself and all that influences you. Astrology is only an influence, and it gains impact on us if we lack a mindful attitude of who we are and what we are doing.
PISCES (February 19 – March 20)
The month is full of spirituality and contemplation. Neptune is in Pisces and finally moving forward in a positive manner. It was conjunct with Jupiter and that gave you a lot of spiritual enthusiasm. In the last ten days Jupiter will move out of supporting Neptune, and so you might feel less altruistic. As the last weeks of December are Christmas, being a Bodhisattvas gives you a good motivation to be helpful. Christmas is a warm season of good cheer. Be a source of those good feelings.
Pisces Buddhists are sensitive and introspective. This month you have a great opportunity to meditate with altruistic feelings. Enjoy the time and be friendly.
ARIES (March 21 – April 19)
The month of November is quiet. The month starts with not much supporting you. Saturn and Mars are well positioned in other signs, which might help you with meditation in action. Later in the month you have more energetic help from Venus, Mercury and the Sun. All in all, enjoy a good month from the perspective of astrology.
Aries Buddhists are motivators. This month Karma Yoga would be beneficial. The aspects are distant but helpful for any activities you pursue. Any project that requires a wisdom and ability is suitable during the whole month.
TAURUS (April 20 May 20)
Are you feeling split between the current situation and projections about better scenarios? The Sun, Venus and Mercury run opposite to your sun sign and opposite Uranus. Those are four energetic planets in the zodiac stressing you and pulling you in many directions. I would strongly suggest you go slowly and be mindful. Those planets put a lot of pressure on you. It is only an influence but if you have some delusions of better situations elsewhere, you may be fooling yourself. Mindfulness and wisdom are your best protection.
Taurus Buddhists are practical. This month make sure your desires are in check. You tend to fantasize and do all the wrong things to attain happiness. Remember Shantideva the great Buddhist saint’s words of wisdom. “Sentient beings are strange, although wishing happiness they avoid its causes. Although wishing to avoid suffering they constantly create its causes.”
GEMINI (May 21 – June 20)
This month you have Mars in your sign with a square from Neptune. Those two planets stimulating you can cause confusion and wasted energy. Mars wants to do things but the square to Neptune can create illusions that obscure reality. The aspect can be useful for altruistic feelings, provided you only cultivate them internally. Wishing all sentient beings to be happy is a positive thought. How that can be realized is complicated. Remember to work in small ways although your vision is grand.
Gemini Buddhists are quick on their intellectual feet. This month act with a loving heart and faith in the 3 Precious Jewels of Refuge. Don’t jump around too much, be peacefully and thoughtful.
CANCER (June 21 – July 22)
This month four planets support you from other signs. The Sun, Mercury, Venus, Uranus and Jupiter are all beneficially positioned. I would suggest you pursue projects that involve others in virtuous activities. Be supportive of positive group action and you may find you are able to organize people well. You often work with your emotions and this month you can give good emotional support to others.
Cancer Buddhists normally work with feelings. This month the energies are affection, intelligence, will power and spontaneity. Mix these feelings with Bodhicitta and you will bring fulfillment to both yourself and others.
LEO (July 23 – August 22)
This month no planets are in your sign. You do have the Sun and Mercury and Venus square your sign and so be careful of stress and hostility. This will only last for a few weeks. Your sign is active and with planets square the feelings of aggression or frustration could arise. Be mindful in your motive and actions and you can easily control this influence. If you have a situation where activity is necessary, these aspects could be useful, but one still has to be mindful of aggression.
Leo Buddhists like to be motivators. This month just stay home and meditate. Be organized about your thoughts and meditate on karma, the suffering nature of deluded reality and interdependence. These meditations will be fruitful for your spiritual progress.
VIRGO (August 23 – September 22)
This month the Sun, Mercury, Venus, Uranus and Jupiter are well aspected for the first weeks of the month. I would suggest you pursue projects that involve others in virtuous activities. As a Virgo you like to organize things in a systematic manner so use this inclination to support dharma activities. Don’t expect compliments or praise, as that just makes the actions polluted with pride or delusion. Remember the Perfection of Wisdom, Heart Sutra, nothing is self-existent, all are empty of being isolated, independent phenomena.
Virgo Buddhists do things in an orderly manner. This month clarify your motivation and step onto the playing field of life with positive intentions. A playing field is used for team sports so recognize life is also a team event with you and all sentient beings striving for meaningful happiness!
LIBRA (September 23 – October 22)
This month things are quiet as most of the big planets are in Scorpio or other signs. Come the last two weeks of November Venus and Mercury will enter Sagittarius and that effect will be beneficial for you. All month long Mars in Gemini is well aspected to you. Basically, be mindful daily and have a positive motivation each morning. Irrespective of astrological influences the two factors of mindfulness and positive motivation will make your life meaningful and fulfilled.
Libra Buddhists keep life in balance. This month it is sunny weather figuratively speaking for the last 10 days, so enjoy the blessings and utilize the good weather to expand your positive feelings. Life experiences are only a problem if you make them a problem.
SCORPIO (October 23 – November 21)
This is your birthday month and the Sun, Mercury and Venus in Scorpio. These are fire element and energy planets of the zodiac. Go slowly as you have ample energy to draw on. Going slowly ensures actions and thoughts are done skillfully. Don’t forget to send a card to your parents to thank them for this rebirth. Even if they have passed away you can dedicate a meditation or two in deep appreciation of their support.
Scorpio Buddhists are passionate. This month you are energetically passionate so manifest it skillfully. Give happiness to others, that is the passion of Bodhicitta and that also brings you much greater personal satisfaction.
SAGITTARIUS (November 22 – December 21)
This is your birthday month. Youi are excitable with a Mars opposition, and later, Mercury, Venus and the Sun will stimulate you. These planets are true blessings for Buddhists. Venus for a non-egocentric person stimulates love and affection which are part of the method side of Buddhist practice. Mars, Mercury and the Sun add power and intelligence to Buddhist practice. Utilize these influences in your daily meditations and activities. Even if you simply sit down and meditate you will initiate the blessings from these planets. Don’t forget to send a card to your parents to thank them for this rebirth. Even if they have passed away you can dedicate a meditation or two in deep appreciation of their support.
Sagittarius Buddhists are inspired individuals. This month slow down and meditate with a compassionate heart. A mind with few thoughts is often a mind with contentment.
CAPRICORN (December 22 – January 19)
This month Pluto in your sign is well aspected with Jupiter and Neptune. The month may start with a good sense of organization and structure. This is because of a good aspect with Jupiter and that applies all month. Neptune will give you altruistic feelings and good dreams. Granted you have to focus on your Bodhisattva path for that effect. I would suggest you pursue projects that involve others in virtuous activities. As a Capricorn you like to manage events so use this inclination to support dharma activities. The stars are on your side and using an analogy of weather, it is sunny.
Capricorn Buddhists reflect and contemplate on decisions. This month use the supportive energy of astrology to develop dharma programs in your area. If there are existing groups, get them together for a group endeavor. If there are no groups then run an ad asking if people would like to start a meditation group. Be supportive to your community.
AQUARIUS (January 20 – February 18)
This month you should slow down and watch the melodrama of life unfold. Samsara is the creation of deluded minds. If your mind is clear and wise, then you have the causes for liberation and nirvana. There are two planets squaring Saturn. Saturn is in your sign with Uranus on one side and the Sun, Mercury, and Venus on the other, all square. That means you are sensitive to the confusion around you. Therefore, just sit back, be quiet and contemplative and gain insights into the suffering nature of samsara.
Aquarius Buddhists are sociable beings. This month put more emphasis on meditation and peacefulness. It will help you manage your social interactions.
PISCES (February 19 – March 20)
This month Jupiter and Neptune are stimulating you, with four planets supporting you from other signs. The Sun, Mercury, Venus and Mars are all beneficially positioned. Jupiter is in your sign gives you a lively nature, and Neptune gives you visions and dreams. There are few obstacles for you, so pursue activities that benefit others. It is a good time to be active with all this positive energy radiating from the heavens upon you. When it is sunny, make hay!
Pisces Buddhists are sensitive and introspective. This month forget about being quiet and sensitive. Granted you need to be appreciative of others’ feelings, but it is an excellent opportunity to exhibit confidence and good will. Do the things you often postpone.
ARIES (March 21 – April 19)
This month sees the Sun, Venus and Mercury all opposite your Sun sign. That can mean you feel distracted and unsettled. Venus’s influence makes you agitated and have desires for distant things. Mercury could cause you to have doubts or confusing thoughts and bad communication. As Aries likes to be active and motivated, I would recommend you slow down and review your intentions. The month could be full of activities that lack focus and therefore are not fulfilling or satisfying.
Aries Buddhists love to be motivators. This month slow down and review your motives. Contemplate on meaningful actions and practice mindfulness when distraction arises.
TAURUS (April 20 May 20)
This month has the feeling of chasing pleasure and a feeling of agitation. The reason is Uranus and Saturn are strongly square all the month. On top of this,Venus and the Sun will be opposite your Sun sign in the last week of October. Therefore, slow down and don’t create fantasies about the grass being greener on the other side of the hill. Especially do not get into arguments, you will feel too opinionated. Relax, be mindful and compassionate.
Taurus Buddhists love to be grounded and practical. This month your mind is excited with possibilities. It is a good month to meditate on peace and openness. The reason is you have too much distracted energy.
GEMINI (May 21 – June 20)
This month you are full of dreams. Mars is in Gemini but with a square from Neptune. Neptune has lots of fantasies and visions. Mars wants to do things but Neptune might be giving you bad information. You could overestimate your capacity or misjudge a situation with this aspect. You have the energy to do things, just make sure they are reasonable. Do not fantasize the incredible, if it seems too good to be true, it most likely is not true.
Gemini Buddhists are quick on their intellectual feet. This month go with the flow of virtue and create positive karma in simple ways. You have the energy, just make sure the goal is realizable.
CANCER (June 21 – July 22)
This month Cancer is empty of planets, so direct influence is not there. Pluto is opposite you but not badly aspected by other planets. The Sun and Venus are square to Cancer, but again those do not cause problems. So just be mindful this month. Have good motivations to be of benefit and accomplish small actions of virtue.
Cancer Buddhists normally work with feelings. This month be reflective and patient. Patience is a wonderful virtue. Patience comes from understanding that aggression is not the best way to resolve issues. Skilful compassion is a far better way to deal with all situations. It helps both you and others.
LEO (July 23 – August 22)
This month you are contemplative. Venus and the Sun are well aspected to Leo in the first weeks of October. The best way to use this influence is to do contemplative meditations of altruism and Bodhicitta. The reason for contemplation is Saturn being opposite Leo, that helps you be meditative. Venus adds affection to the package of influences. Granted, this is just the astrology, your awareness, wisdom and compassion are far more important in all the decisions you make.
Leo Buddhists like to be motivators. This month motivate yourself to meditate more than you normally do. There are times for change and there are times for contemplation. This is the time for contemplation.
VIRGO (August 23 – September 22)
This month Mercury is in Virgo for a short time. This is aspected in the first week with Neptune in direct opposition. That influence is good for visionary meditations and profound insights. It will not last long though, so meditate more in the first week. After that do as you wish, Virgo is empty of planets and resting peacefully. Rest in the arms of Prajna Paramita, Goddess of wisdom and your Mahamudra meditation.
Virgo Buddhists do things in an orderly manner. This month meditate and then meditate some more.
LIBRA (September 23 – October 22)
This month is your birthday month. Don’t forget to send a card to your parents to thank them for this rebirth. If they have passed away then do a meditation in deep appreciation of the rebirth they gave you. Even if life has been complicated, the main thing is you have the Dharma. You will find the month becomes more and more energetic as the Sun approaches a conjunction with Venus. Start planning to do some good things and by the end of the month you will be fully busy with those positive projects. The Sun and Venus together means love, playfulness and affection. Enjoy those influences.
Libra Buddhists keep life in balance. The balance this month is between activity and thoughtfulness. You will be active at month’s end so be thoughtful now, that gives you balance later this month.
SCORPIO (October 23 – November 21)
This month is your birthday month. Don’t forget to send a card to your parents to thank them for this rebirth. If they have passed away then do a meditation in deep appreciation of this rebirth they gave you. Even if life has been complicated, the main thing is you have the Dharma. This month you feel more and more energetic as the month progresses. The reason is the Sun and Venus will enter Scorpio in the last week of October. That stimulates love and affection, and artistic expression. Prepare as the weeks pass to enjoy this influence.
Scorpio Buddhists are passionate. This month your mind is active so organize your thoughts around what makes you passionate in a positive manner. The best of passions is the passion for Bodhicitta and to be a bodhisattva.
SAGITTARIUS (November 22 – December 21)
This month Mars runs in opposition to Sagittarius, stimulating enthusiasm to do things. This is complimentary aspected with the Sun and Venus in Libra. That should stimulate a lot of creativity in you. Make sure your motivation is clear so you move in the right direction. You will feel very dedicated to the cause of being a bodhisattva during this time.
Sagittarius Buddhists are inspired individuals. This month your inspiration is enthusiastic love. Remember the definition of love, it is the wish to give others happiness. I wise person once said, “Love is nothing until it is given away.”
CAPRICORN (December 22 – January 19)
This month there are some distractions from the Sun and Venus moving to a 90 degree aspect to Pluto in your Sun sign. This will happen in the middle weeks of the month. Be mindful of agitating feelings and you will avoid acting out your frustrations. Virtuous mindfulness stops even bad astrological aspects. Be confident in your own clarity and positive feelings. Astrology is not the creator of situations; it merely stimulates you in various directions. Your wisdom and compassion are the true creators of your life.
Capricorn Buddhists reflect and contemplate on decisions. This month be mindful of the suffering nature of samsara. That keeps you in balance as often we like to think our samsara should only get better and better. This is not the nature of samsara, so don’t rely on it.
AQUARIUS (January 20 – February 18)
This month has the feeling of chasing pleasure and a feeling of agitation. The reason is Uranus and Saturn are strongly square all the month. On top of this, Venus and the Sun will be well aspected in the middle weeks of October. That is the cause of wishing for pleasure. The square is the cause of the frustration. Therefore, slow down and don’t create fantasies about the grass being greener on the other side of the hill. Especially do not get into arguments, you will feel too opinionated. Relax, be mindful and compassionate.
Aquarius Buddhists are sociable beings. This month you have broad vision of life that includes both the good and the bad things that can happen. Be mindful of your perspective. The perspective of a Bodhisattva is the best of all perspectives.
PISCES (February 19 – March 20)
This month Neptune in Pisces runs square to Mars all month. The first week will have Mercury opposite Neptune, stimulating lots of thoughts and fantasies. This is increased by the square with Mars, like gasoline on a fire. Be careful of being fussy about activities you are engaged in as you are prone to having erroneous ideas stimulating you. Slow down and be mindful of what is the reality of the situation and what is your fantasy. Wisdom can separate those two.
Pisces Buddhists are sensitive and introspective. This month know your mind can go into overdrive with an idea or plan. Try to be realistic with what you hope to accomplish.
ARIES (March 21 – April 19)
This month you start with a lot of power in your mind. The reason is Jupiter is directly opposite Mercury and well aspected to Mars. So doing anything involving communication, inspiring others or studying. That would be great. Astrology does not create that, it gives you, the person with an Aries birth sign, the energy. You have to have the intention to do something like that and astrology can help you. It will be very strong at the start of September. Remember though, all is impermanent, this too will change as time passes.
Aries Buddhists love to be motivators. This month feelings and intentions are strong. Dedicate yourself to positive activity with patience, then you use the energy in a constructive manner.
TAURUS (April 20 May 20)
This month starts well for you. Uranus is nicely positioned with the Sun in the first week of September. Plan on doing something beneficial as the planets are on your side. Be a little careful of impulsive decisions or strong opinions. The reason is Saturn will be squaring Uranus all month. It is not a problem actually though, as you are a Budddhist and your awareness, wisdom, and compassion are steering the boat of your human rebirth towards the far shore of Enlightenment. Enjoy the enthusiasm you may feel. Create it with your motivations.
Taurus Buddhists love to be grounded and practical. This month do what is in front of you directly. It is a great time to do practical things that involve physical activity. Do not fantasize as the dreams may upset your equilibrium.
GEMINI (May 21 – June 20)
It is a good month in the first week. The reason is Jupiter is directly opposite Mercury and well aspected to Mars in Gemini. So doing anything involving communication, inspiring others, or studying would be great. Astrology does not create that, it gives you, the person with a Gemini birth sign, the energy. You have to have the intention to do something like that during the coming days and astrology can help you. It will be very strong at the start of September. So be mindful at the start of the month about what you plan but know by the end of the month it will be working well.
Gemini Buddhists are quick on their intellectual feet. This month stop thinking about many things and take one subject and focus on it. Do not jump around too much, be peacefully thoughtful and your communication skills will be powerful.
CANCER (June 21 – July 22)
A great month to do simple and pleasant things. Venus, Saturn, the Sun and Mercury are beneficially aspecting you from Virgo. The only problem is an opposition of Pluto. That will be a minor influence though. Life is influenced by many factors and this month is beneficial for the expression of love, understanding and communication. The beneficial movement comes from Saturn. As a Buddhist Saturn is a great planet as we can use its thoughtful nature to check up on what we do. Therefore, do pleasant things but remember this is samsara, nothing is certain. In part this is because Mercury is moving retrograde, but you wisdom will protect you.
Cancer Buddhists normally work with feelings. This month be reflective and patient. Patience is a wonderful virtue. It increases all virtuous activity and stabilizes existing positive feelings.
LEO (July 23 – August 22)
This month Venus is in Leo and give you lots of good loving energy. It will not last long though as Venus will move quickly to Virgo. This is slightly complicated by a Saturn opposition and a square from Uranus. Those planets can make you opinionated or argumentative. Be mindful of what you are about to say and make sure it is suitable to the audience in front of you. Being opinionated is not a virtue. Wisdom and love are virtues. Just use your Buddhist wisdom to know what the best thing is to do and not to do. That is the proper use of wisdom and intelligence.
Leo Buddhists like to be motivators. This month spend more time incorporating mindfulness into your practice. It is a great month to be aware of who and what we are.
VIRGO (August 23 – September 22)
This month is the birthday month. Send gifts to your parents, they deserve them. The ritual of birthdays is all backwards. Our existence is due to the support from our parents and all those before them. Without parents we do not have a rebirth. Show your respect and appreciation. Even if your parents are not nice, they still can receive a thank you. You are radiant and full of love. Venus and the Sun transit though Virgo. Intellectual excitement might be slightly complicating for you. The reason is Mercury is moving retrograde in Virgo. It is your birthday month but that means you must slow down enough to let it happen. For example, do not miss appointments, it might be a surprise party for you. There is a tendency to rush right by something and miss a wonderful opportunity to have fun.
Virgo Buddhists do things in an orderly manner. This month slow down and do not try to get everything done in the first week of fall. Let activities unfold as time and space avail themselves.
LIBRA (September 23 – October 22)
This month is the birthday month. Send gifts to your parents, they deserve them. The ritual of birthdays is all backwards. Our existence is due to the support from our parents and all those before them. Without parents we do not have a rebirth. Show your respect and appreciation. Even if your parents are not nice, they still can receive a thank you. This month I would be careful. You have Saturn squaring Libra with a Jupiter opposition all month. This is not the end of the world. Whatever your current situation is, these influences are adding to it. Go slowly, do not be frustrated if contracts and negotiations take a long time. There are two factors, one is the situation itself, which is not astrology, and then there is the influences on you, which includes a push from astrology. Let us say this, it is rainy weather with blustery winds, so have a good raincoat and a strong umbrella, that will protect you. That is the foresight of your awareness, wisdom, and compassion. Remember, all is impermanent, this too will change.
Libra Buddhists keep life in balance. Balance can mean beauty so therefore know the middle point between activity and non-activity. It is a particularly good month to be reflective and contemplative.
SCORPIO (October 23 – November 21)
This month is good for you. Uranus is opposite Scorpio with a nice position with the Sun in the first week of September. Plan on doing something beneficial as the planets are on your side. Be a little careful of impulsive decisions, but it is not a problem as your awareness, wisdom, and compassion are steering the boat of your human rebirth towards the far shore of Enlightenment. Enjoy the enthusiasm you may feel. This enthusiasm will diminish as the month closes. Start a good project in the first week and maintain your focus throughout the month. Be careful of expectations making a problem. Saturn squares you, but if you go slowly, Saturn can add wisdom to what you do. It all depends on your mindfulness.
Scorpio Buddhists are passionate. This month let things take their own time to manifest. You have vision and enthusiasm, but you may try to move too quickly. Slow down but keep the vision in place.
SAGITTARIUS (November 22 – December 21)
It is a good month to go slowly. The Sun and Venus are square to Sagittarius and so you will most likely feel agitated. This is increased with an opposition with Mars. The agitation will be over-intellectualization. This feeling will diminish as the month continues. A good remedy to an overactive mind is breathing meditation, it calms both the body and the mind. Mercury will be retrograde all of September and that is the reason for being over-intellectual. Be mindful at the start of the month about what you plan and by the end of the month it will be working well.
Sagittarius Buddhists are inspired individuals. This month it is better to let your motivation be simple and uncomplicated. Slow down and relax. Suffering comes from expectations. The mind with few thoughts or expectations is often a mind with contentment, especially if you maintain a positive and peaceful attitude.
CAPRICORN (December 22 – January 19)
This month you have Pluto in Capricorn moving peacefully all of September. Do be a little careful as Mercury is moving retrograde all month. This is not the end of the world. Whatever your current situation is, these influences are adding to it. Go slowly, do not be frustrated if contracts and negotiations take a long time. There are two factors, one is the situation itself, which is not astrology, and then there is the influences on you, which includes a push from astrology. Let us say this, it is rainy weather with blustery winds, so have a good raincoat and a strong umbrella, that will protect you. That is the foresight of your awareness, wisdom, and compassion. Remember, all is impermanent, this too will change.
Capricorn Buddhists reflect and contemplate on decisions. A time of deep wisdom is here, so enter this month by developing a thoughtful attitude. You can be an ocean of wisdom, so let the small boat of liberation sail smoothly across the ocean of samsara for the month.
AQUARIUS (January 20 – February 18)
A great month to do simple and beneficial things. Be careful of impulsive decisions or strong opinions. The reason is Saturn is in Aquarius, but squaring Uranus all month. It is not a problem though, as you are a Buddhist and your awareness, wisdom, and compassion are steering the boat of your human rebirth towards the far shore of Enlightenment. Saturn will give you a bonus of deep refective wisdom. Do beneficial activities but remember this is samsara, nothing is certain. It is our positive motivation and mindfulness that make life successful. It is not the astrology aspects; they can help but they are not the creator of our existence.
Aquarius Buddhists are sociable beings. This month your wisdom can be strong. Allow yourself to think about the inconceivable, “May all sentient beings have happiness and the causes of happiness”. Resting in that thought makes you feel happy, even if it is only a meditation.
PISCES (February 19 – March 20)
The month starts with a sense of spiritual excitement. Neptune is in Pisces and opposite the Sun but with a great aspect from Pluto. This can mean that plans have the depth of faith and devotion on your side. Go slowly and let things unfold in a natural way. As the month closes you will feel very positive as Neptune will be stimulated Venus and Mercury. Be careful of Mercury’s influence though, as it is moving retrograde. Therefore, focus on your spiritual motivation in the first part of the month and rest peacefully in that the rest of the month. Bodhicitta is a great feeling, it wishes all sentient beings to have true happiness and its causes. It is a feeling, do not overly intellectualize it.
Pisces Buddhists are sensitive and introspective. This month you are spiritually sensitive. Slow down and expand consciousness to the far reaches of the universe. You could understand things far beyond the normal scope of regular people.
ARIES (March 21 – April 19)
This month Jupiter will enter into Aries and that is a nice increase of energy and enthusiasm. There are no major aspects to Jupiter during the month and so the good energy will have few problems in inspiring you. Of course, astrology is only an influence and the real creator of our experience of life is our attitude. Maintain your Bodhisattva attitude and activities and you will feel great. That is the blessing of a good attitude and some astrology in the background.
Aries Buddhists love to be motivators. This month motivate to be clear minded and full of good will. The more you study Bodhicitta, the wish to benefit all universal sentient beings, the better quality of motive will arise within your heart and mind.
TAURUS (April 20 May 20)
This month is good to be reflective of your motivation. Mars and Uranus are together at the start of the month and are well positioned to Venus. So go slowly and be thoughtful about the meaning of life. Spend time meditating on your motive with an affectionate feeling in the first weeks and then shift over to actualizing your motive in the last weeks. Just be careful of chasing desires, you have a lot of energy, keep it in the right direction, Enlightenment.
Taurus Buddhists love to be grounded and practical. This month get to know your inner feelings. Keep awareness and wisdom to the forefront and all will go well.
GEMINI (May 21 – June 20)
This month starts slowly with no planets in Gemini. Come the last ten days though and Mars will enter Gemini and run square to the Sun. This will make you easily agitated so be mindful when you have a revelation. Don’t jump off your meditation mat to pursue it. The enthusiasm is there but it needs management. Thus, mindfulness is the order of the day and month.
Gemini Buddhists are quick on their intellectual feet. You may feel wonderful and full of energy but as you move into new situations go slowly. You are prone to being in a rush. Slow down and your enthusiasm will be more appropriate.
CANCER (June 21 – July 22)
The party from last month is over and you are coasting on the energy of the love you received. The planets are moving away from Cancer and visiting other signs. You do have the continued blessing of Venus in Cancer for the first two weeks. Basically, do whatever seems appealing and always motivate with a good heart. Irrespective of what is going on astrologically, you always have access to your motivation.
Cancer Buddhists normally work with feelings. This month your feelings are doing fine. Therefore, be mindful of the direction of your motivate. Clarify your motive and things will work a lot better for you.
LEO (July 23 – August 22)
The month is your birthday month. Happy birthday. Remember to send a special gift to your parents. They were the ones to give you the rebirth and they deserve thanks. If they have passed away, then say prayers for their happiness in whatever future rebirth they have taken. This month the Sun will have squares to Uranus and Mars. This starts you off with a lot of enthusiasm. This needs to be managed well. Square aspects are not always bad, but considering it is Mars and Uranus, you need extra control in place. Think of it as having six galloping stallions pulling you forward very fast. Be careful you do not crash. Be mindful and control the speed and direction you in.
Leo Buddhists like to be motivators. This birthday month have fun and be aware that all of your success is in relationship with others. Although it is your birthday month, be the one who gives the gift of good feelings to those in your life.
VIRGO (August 23 – September 22)
The month is your birthday month. Happy birthday. Remember to send a special gift to your parents. They were the ones to give you the rebirth and they deserve thanks. If they have passed away, then say prayers for their happiness in whatever future rebirth they have taken. The month starts softly but ends with you full of spiritual ideas. Mercury will be in Virgo all month giving you great communication ability. The Sun enters Virgo in the last ten days but is being pushed by a square from Mars. That means you have great idea but will be vulnerable to be in a rush to implement them. Go slowly but know you have good plans.
Virgo Buddhists do things in an orderly manner. This month don’t pursuit of happiness, let it unfold naturally. You might try to discover the secret to life, but I recommend first you relax. Happiness is subjective and depends on your point of view.
LIBRA (September 23 – October 22)
This month the energy you feel is more under control. The reason is Jupiter is well aspected with the Sun and although these are not in Libra, they are well aspected to her. This will diminish slowly as the Sun moves forward but if you have some good plans, know that astrology is on your side for success. Remember though, intelligent decisions are the greater cause of success, astrology is just an additional support for success.
Libra Buddhists keep life in balance. Spiritual balance is a person who can work with situations skillfully. A bodhisattva is the best of all balancers. They balance their interactions with others between the extremes of samsara and nirvana. They maintain good intentions irrespective of what is happening around them.
SCORPIO (October 23 – November 21)
This month you are prone to being explosive. I mean Uranus and Mars are opposite to Scorpio and can cause you to be easily agitated. You will feel a lot of energy and enthusiasm, but it needs control or management. That is where our mindfulness meditation keeps things well organized. Skill depends on intelligence and wisdom. Mindfulness manages the way we express ourselves.
Scorpio Buddhists are passionate. This month be a wellspring of wisdom and support. Scorpio’s passion is to be beneficial by being peaceful and wise. Those are beneficial qualities in all situations, especially this month.
SAGITTARIUS (November 22 – December 21)
This month starts with supportive energy from Jupiter and the Sun. Start the month with lots of energy to get things done. You have supportive aspects to accomplish many activities. In the last weeks shift over to being affectionate and warm with others. The reason is Venus and Jupiter will play a stronger role in your expression of love. Be a little careful of impulsiveness. In the last ten days Uranus will be square Venus and although you are affectionate, you could be vulnerable to being rash.
Sagittarius Buddhists are inspired individuals. Meditate on Bodhicitta. This month inspiration comes from feelings mixed with love and self-confidence. Be aware of your feelings and don’t think that a vision is just image related. Feelings are visionary too.
CAPRICORN (December 22 – January 19)
This month you start with a strong feeling of love. The reason is Pluto in Capricorn is aspected by Venus. This will not last long as Venus will move forward quickly but then Mars will come into a good aspect to Pluto. So start the month will affection and end it with good works. Work at fixing some of the inner emotional problems that bothered you in the last months. When the weather is good it is the time to repair things. When the astrological aspects are positive it is the time to work on our good inner qualities.
Capricorn Buddhists reflect and contemplate on decisions. Open up and be happy. Share your good feelings.
AQUARIUS (January 20 – February 18)
The month starts a great period of mindful awareness. You have Saturn in Aquarius but with squares to Mars and Uranus. Basically, there is good energy available, but you have to know how to use it skillfully. Therefore, each morning organize your motive and then during the day act on it with mindfulness. The month will be excellent if you do this. The reason is Saturn is great for mindful contemplativeness. Use that influence to help your practice. Remember, life is so much more than astrology, life is your spiritual practice.
Aquarius Buddhists are sociable beings. This month you have a great opportunity to accomplish many good things. Use your time and energy in positive actions with others. You will be very helpful in your personal relationships because of your wise insights.
PISCES (February 19 – March 20)
This month starts slowly. Neptune as no aspects until the last ten days of August. Then the Mercury will run in opposition to Neptune and stimulate imagination and vision. Focus on positive visions of the world and express those ideas with compassionate understanding. Your dream life will increase in those days also. Therefore, live in a positive vision of your life.
Pisces Buddhists are sensitive and introspective. Sensitivity is a two-way street. You are sensitive to incoming energy, but you are also a broadcasting station for energy sent to others. This month share your inspired ideas!
ARIES (March 21 – April 19)
This month you have the Sun running square your sign and Jupiter. That means a lot of energy is being focused on you. Take into consideration the summer has started, it is hot and you might like to relax, but the astrology is saying, “get up and do something”. These aspects basically mean you should have some plans but not over-emphasize them. Be open and without ambitions. It will all change as the month ends and the Sun moves into Leo.
Aries Buddhists love to be motivators. This month have no motive except virtue, just be aware in each moment. That is the real practice of mindfulness.
TAURUS (April 20 May 20)
This month something karmic may manifest yet again. Uranus is transiting though Taurus and Mars is coming up quickly to join Uranus. Therefore be careful of too much excitement or impulsive actions. Mindfulness protects you from most problems, so exercise it well, especially at the end of the month. This is because Saturn and Mercury will square the Uranus and Mars conjunction.
Taurus Buddhists love to be grounded and practical. This month you may have to look beyond the immediate situation to understand what is happening. Just because you can’t see something does not mean it does not exist. The energy will be strong but you may feel confused.
GEMINI (May 21 – June 20)
This month there is excitement in your love life but confusion in your mind. The first week has Neptune square Mercury in Gemini, that is the start of confusion, but it ends quickly. Venus sits strongly in your sign during most of the month, and that is your love life (or desires). Excitement is there but you have to make good decisions, not just chase desires. You are sensual and sexual. Just remember to be considerate of others, avoid causing harm.
Gemini Buddhists are quick on their intellectual feet. This month be mindful. You are seductive and chatty. That means you must have a clear motivation.
CANCER (June 21 – July 22)
This month is the birthday month. Don’t forget to send a present to your parents to say thank you for the body you currently have. Even if they have passed away, do some meditation and send the good energy to them in their new rebirth. The month may start inspired with a Jupiter square that stimulates action. By midmonth you should feel more peaceful. Saturn and the Sun will move into a good aspect by months end, so you are full of wisdom and reflectiveness during that time.
Cancer Buddhists normally work with feelings. This month have some plans that you wish to accomplish and end the month being reflective looking at the results of what you did.
LEO (July 23 – August 22)
Don’t forget to send a present to your parents to say thank you for the body you currently have. Even if they have passed away, do some meditation and send the good energy to them in their new rebirth. This month starts with a sense of urgency. First Saturn is opposite your sign, making you thoughtful, and then the Sun and Mercury enter Leo in the last week making you chatty. So reflect on what message you wish to share with others and then express it skillfully in the last week.
Leo Buddhists like to be motivators. This month the energy to do things is there but you may end up with too many ideas. Settle your mind each time you get too visionary. Visions are good but one needs balance to manifest them.
VIRGO (August 23 – September 22)
This month you are empty of planets but have an opposition with Neptune. That is a good aspect for your altruism. Meditate on universal compassion for all. The vision of Neptune expands your mind and with a Bodhisattva’s attitude, that is a blessing. As Shanti Deva says, “All actions are turned into gold with the elixir of Bodhicitta applied them.” Astrology is only an influence, your motive and mindfulness are most important.
Virgo Buddhists do things in an orderly manner. This month do meditations that express loving kindness. You are inclined in that direction, so use the energy in a positive manner.
LIBRA (September 23 – October 22)
This month you have to slow down. Sun and Jupter are square and opposite respectively to Libra. You will find trying to accomplish too much is very complicated. Just go slowly and be mindful. It is a great month to do a retreat. You will gain insights that are not easily available all the time. You just have to control the impulsiveness to jump off your meditation mat and do something external.
Libra Buddhists keep life in balance. This month go slowly, be mindful and reflective. It is a great month to have realizations that strike close to the bone. The Zen bones of reality.
SCORPIO (October 23 – November 21)
This month Uranus is opposite to Scorpio but not too agitating. That will change as the month ends and Mars comes opposite and conjunct to Uranus. My suggestion would be tidy things up in the first weeks and then try to relax in the last two weeks. The reason is if you do not tidy things up first, you will tend to throw everything into a mess in the last weeks. It is only an influence, so be mindful and you will be fine. Life is more benefited by trying to accomplish hastily inspired actions.
Scorpio Buddhists are passionate. This month be passionate in a skillful way. That means be passionate about your positive activities that are coupled with mindfulness.
SAGITTARIUS (November 22 – December 21)
Feelings are important as Venus runs opposite Sagittarius. This month starts slowly with a slow growth of affection and love. When you get to the middle of the month you will find your feelings of love, attraction and desire will become very strong. If you have a good attitude, you can dedicate the energy to the benefit of others. That brings your altruistic motive into manifestation with a nice feeling to accompany it.
Sagittarius Buddhists are inspired individuals. This month be clear minded about your motivation. A good motivation can transform any situation. Remember the 7 Point Mind Transformation texts, “Bring all to the Path.”
CAPRICORN (December 22 – January 19)
This month slow down and meditate the whole month. Sun and Mercury are opposite your sign and that stimulates a lot of thoughts. Your meditation is to slow down errant thoughts and bring them into the path of Enlightenment. You may have some good realizations of the meaning of the Path. Don’t have many ambitions, just be peaceful, reflective and wise.
Capricorn Buddhists reflect and contemplate on decisions. This month do just that. There is no more to say!
AQUARIUS (January 20 – February 18)
Saturn is running in Aquarius and that helps meditation and contemplation. Our path is not just sitting peacefully with mindfulness. Yes, we do that but we also reflect on the meaning of our life, and put that into harmony with reality. Dharma is an exposition on the how to make the life meaningful, in fact Enlightened. A good month to both think and then make that deeply part of yourself (meditation).
Aquarius Buddhists are sociable beings. This month meditate and contemplate. Use it in productive activities.
PISCES (February 19 – March 20)
You are still a spiritual and visionary center for the universe as Neptune is in your sign for ages. This month the last two weeks are good for romantic thoughts and reflections. The reason is Neptune will run square to Venus. If you are single, don’t fantasize in unrealistic terms. If you are in a relationship, bring spirituality to the relationship. Generate Bodhicitta and share it with your partner. Although the aspect is a square, that does not mean it is harmful. You can turn it into virtue with a good attitude. Like when you sleep, it is meaningless if you set no motive as you go to bed. If you motivate “whomever I meet in my dreams, may I help them.” Then your sleep becomes virtuous.
Pisces Buddhists are sensitive and introspective. This month work at the Perfection of Enthusiasm. Remember, joy in positive actions reinforces them more than any other emotion.
ARIES (March 21 – April 19)
The month has Venus and Jupiter in Aries. It will start with a nice aspect from Pluto for you. That means a deep sense of love and good energy. At the end of the month though, Venus will run square to Pluto which could mean your deep love became deep attachment. So be careful of how possessive you become of the people and things you love. Last month was your birthday, so just relax and be happy. Do be a little careful of how you think in those last week though, Mercury is retrograde and could cause confusion.
Aries Buddhists love to be motivators. Do a little more meditation this month as the astrological weather patterns are basically good, so your meditations will give you context. Use the time to reflect on the meaning of your life and activities.
TAURUS (April 20 May 20)
This month is your birthday month. Don’t forget to thank your mother and father for giving you this rebirth. Even if they were not there for you all the time still they gave you an opportunity to work out your bad karma and accumulate good karma. The Sun will be running conjunct to Uranus, so expect yourself to feel spontaneous and impulsive. Use that energy in constructive ways. The last two weeks are good for doing many activities. Reason is Mars and Jupiter will be positively aspected to the Sun. Do be a little careful of how you think in those last week though, Mercury is retrograde and could cause confusion.
Taurus Buddhists love to be grounded and practical. This month show your positive qualities and then share your positive feelings.
GEMINI (May 21 – June 20)
This month is your birthday month. Don’t forget to thank your mother and father for giving you this rebirth. Even if they were not there for you all the time still they gave you an opportunity to work out your bad karma and accumulate good karma. You have Mercury in your sign for this month and so enjoy an increase in intellectual communication. Midmonth be a little careful of overstating facts. Saturn is square Mercury, and you may be stimulated to be judgmental. Do be a little careful of how you think in those last weeks, Mercury is also retrograde and could cause confusion.
Gemini Buddhists are quick on their intellectual feet. This month communicate intelligently but also be aware that not all thoughts need to be expressed.
CANCER (June 21 – July 22)
This month is wonderful for the first week. Uranus and the Sun are in harmonious aspects to Cancer and make things powerful and effective. Granted you have to have a good attitude to utilize these aspects. Planets are merely environmental influences, you still need to be motivated and have confidence, especially with this type of energy. Do be a little careful of how you think in those last two weeks, Mercury is retrograde and could cause confusion.
Cancer Buddhists normally work with feelings. This month you could be a powerhouse of benefit. The power is there, you have lots of feelings, just motivate correctly and everything should be fine.
LEO (July 23 – August 22)
This month you are empty of planets but have the Sun and Uranus running square to Leo. That means impulsive or reckless actions can happen. Remember, astrology is only an environmental influence, awareness and wisdom protect you from all harmful influences. To this add Mercury retrograde. Do be a little careful of how you think in those last two weeks, Mercury retrograde can cause confusion.
Leo Buddhists like to be motivators. This month the power is on your side. But it can be impulsive, so do tasks carefully and be friendly toward those around you.
VIRGO (August 23 – September 22)
This month you have Mars and Neptune running opposite to Virgo. That can cause errant ideas and fantasies to be stronger. In a positive perspective though, it does increase altruism. Keep your deep feelings and faith on side during this month, it adds to your power and dedication. Do be a little careful of how you think in those last two weeks, Mercury is retrograde and could cause confusion.
Virgo Buddhists do things in an orderly manner. This month your energy is released and free. Be mindful to not be so courageous that you hurt yourself. Always balance enthusiasm with wisdom.
LIBRA (September 23 – October 22)
This month starts quietly with no planets aspected. In the second week though Venus and Jupiter will be opposite your sign. That means enthusiastic love and affection for everyone. There are other supportive aspects from the Sun, so all in all, it is a good months. Do be a little careful of how you think in those last two weeks, Mercury is retrograde and could cause confusion.
Libra Buddhists keep life in balance. This month just mind your own business and do whatever works easily for you.
SCORPIO (October 23 – November 21)
This month you are a little stressed with things that are out of your immediate reach or control. This is because the Sun is opposite your sign and Saturn is square to the Sun in the last weeks of the month. Basically, don’t strive too much for any one goal and you should be fine. If you try too hard you may find your stress level gets out of control quickly. Do be a little careful of how you think in those last two weeks, Mercury is retrograde and could cause confusion.
Scorpio Buddhists are passionate. This month relax and don’t follow your desires. Just be peaceful. It takes clarity of mind to accomplish this so keep your mindfulness in place.
SAGITTARIUS (November 22 – December 21)
This month is a quiet time. There are 10 planets in our solar system to consider but for Sagittarius they are all at odd angles and so just slightly distracting. Just be clear minded and do whatever seems right. As May ends the Sun will come opposite to Sagittarius and so you could feel pulled in various directions, feel scattered. Do be a little careful of how you think in those last weeks also, Mercury is retrograde and could cause confusion.
Sagittarius Buddhists are inspired individuals. This month organize your ideas and remember your motivation. No matter what happens in life a good motivation always helps work out the details of any day.
CAPRICORN (December 22 – January 19)
Feelings are now important as Pluto is in your sign for ages to come. This month your ideas about life are in good order. Pluto is well aspected to the Sun and in the first week. Enjoy the positive and confident feelings and you should find the whole month is wonderful. Do be a little careful of how you think in those last weeks, Mercury is retrograde and could cause confusion.
Capricorn Buddhists reflect and contemplate on decisions. Reflect on Bodhicitta as your feelings are deep and confident. Bodhicitta or altruistic love is always beneficial to add to any activity.
AQUARIUS (January 20 – February 18)
You are deep with thoughts and reflections as Saturn is transiting in Aquarius. The month starts well but come the last week the Sun will run square and could cause frustration. That can mean doubts that just don’t want to go away. You could even be superstitious about what is happening. Mindful clear-mindedness is what you have to rely on. Don’t let some planetary aspects mess your life up. The final decision is always yours to make.
Aquarius Buddhists are sociable beings. This month you may socially be a little nervous. Keep an eye on your negative imagination and you will not have any problems. If you are forgetful, you will find you start to worry about things you have no control over.
PISCES (February 19 – March 20)
This month everything is perfect for the first ten days. Jupiter, Neptune and Mars are moving forward in Pisces. That is a good time to be active and involve others in positive projects. Come midmonth be careful of your speech. Mercury is retrograde and could cause confusion. Basically your altruism is high, so rely on that but with wisdom to keep it under control.
Pisces Buddhists are sensitive and introspective. This month be active and inspired. Do spend some time thinking about what you want to do first though, that saves time and energy.
ARIES (March 21 – April 19)
The month is powerful with spring energy and your birthday. Think about honoring your parents this birthday instead of expecting presents from them. They gave you a body, so say thank you to them for the rebirth you currently enjoy. As for planetary influences, the Sun, and Mercury start the month by inspiring you. That means intelligent communication is on your side. Be talkative, but in positive terms. The down side is Pluto squares both of them in the last weeks. You many feel strong mood swings during this time. Therefore, remember this is samsara and it will not hurt so much.
Aries Buddhists are motivators. This month think about your actions before you do them. You have a lot of energy so adding intelligence only guarantees success.
TAURUS (April 20 May 20)
The month is powerful with spring energy and your birthday. Think about honoring your parents this birthday instead of expecting presents from them. They gave you a body, so say thank you to them for the rebirth you currently enjoy. As for planetary influences, you have Uranus effecting you all of the month and then a quick stimulation from Mercury as it enters Taurus. The Sun will bless you in the last ten days. During some of this time you have Pluto square the Sun, so strong feelings may come up. Samsara is like sailing a boat, you have to work skillfully with the wind and currents to stay on course.
Taurus Buddhists love to be grounded and practical. The whole month should be good with just a few hiccups. Do your breathing meditation and have a good motivation every day.
GEMINI (May 21 – June 20)
You have no planets in Gemini for all the month, but you do have Mars, Venus, Neptune and Jupiter all square from Pisces. Therefore be mindful of yourself and focus on your wisdom, love and compassion. Astrology always depends on attitude as that is the filter of the influences. Bodhicitta would be a good meditation to do all month. Being mindful of your attitude and all is controlled.
Gemini Buddhists are quick on their intellectual feet. Do contemplative meditations for the first 10 days of the month. You will want that blessing to enhance your Bodhicitta feelings in the later part of the month.
CANCER (June 21 – July 22)
You are intense as this month of April progresses. The Sun and Mercury sit square your sign for a few weeks. Just lighten up about things you feel strongly about. All the month you will need to manage your energy skillfully with that square energy. If you are mindful and compassionate, then don’t worry. It is only people who take themselves too seriously that will have problems. Be mindful of your attitude, it is the creator of your situations.
Cancer Buddhists normally work with feelings. This month remember the mind training technique of “See everything as a dream illusion.” If it is just a dream, why get uptight? Dream a better dream if a bad one is manifesting!
LEO (July 23 – August 22)
This should be a great month. Aspects from other signs are supportive of you. Mercury and the Sun smooth things out and give you good energy. Therefore, be altruistic with Bodhicitta meditations as most planets are well positioned to support such activity. This is nicely supported by the Mars, Saturn and Venus in Gemini.
Leo Buddhists like to be motivators. This month is the time for contemplative meditations. As you are a Buddhist use this favorable time to review your basic teachings that bring about your enlightenment. Then you will always act in a skillful manner.
VIRGO (August 23 – September 22)
This month energy is great as Mars moves into Virgo. Mars will be together with Venus, Neptune and Jupiter all opposite Virgo. For a Buddhist this is helpful. Neptune, Jupiter and Venus blossom with the support of a meditative and compassionate attitude. If you add to this wisdom, then there is nothing you can’t accomplish. Faith and spiritual insight add good energy to your determination to do things well.
Virgo Buddhists do things in an orderly manner. This month listen to the advice above and manage your excitement. The energy is there it just needs to be directed properly.
LIBRA (September 23 – October 22)
The month starts with a feeling of being scattered. The Sun and Mercury are opposite your sign. Be mindful of your decisions and don’t waste energy on things beyond your reach. This feels complicated with the Mercury opposition, but as you have the Perfection of Patience as a virtue, this situation is manageable. Buddhist practice conquers all hinderances and interferences.
Libra Buddhists keep life in balance. To have a realized state of balance you need patience. Remember if you can’t wait for a situation to right itself then you are trying to control things too much. Balance comes from inside, not controlling the outside world.
SCORPIO (October 23 – November 21)
The month is energetic. You have a Uranus opposition helping you be inspired. Uranus likes to get things done and positive aspects from Venus and Mars stimulates you to be positive. Just be slightly careful of being in a rush to have fun as you come to the middle of the month. Work on what is present, not on what you hope will happen.
Scorpio Buddhists are passionate. Your Vajrayana practice will go well, and the visualizations will be strong. Don’t delude yourself though, tantra relies on clarity, not on illusions.
SAGITTARIUS (November 22 – December 21)
Things seem so much lighter now! The Sun and Mercury are well positioned to increase your good will and intelligence. Be a little careful of being in a rush. Enthusiasm may run high. Just have positive motivations linked with good intelligent decisions and it will not be the cause of non-virtue.
Sagittarius Buddhists are inspired individuals. This month inspiration comes from a vision of your life’s goal. Be aware of your visionary side and use it to give your life an altruistic context.
CAPRICORN (December 22 – January 19)
The first part of the month you are a little too intense. Pluto is squared by the Sun and Mercury for a brief time. Slow down during this time and be mindful of your mood and temperament. What is excellent for you is a good aspect with Neptune and Jupiter for the last part of the month. The Sun is in Taurus in the last ten days and it compliments Capricorn, you will feel good. Faith is coupled with being mindful if you focus the mind clearly.
Capricorn Buddhists reflect and contemplate on decisions. This month be mindful of what you decide to do, checkup twice before making a commitment. Once you decide on what you wish to do then powerful abilities will be available.
AQUARIUS (January 20 – February 18)
The Sun and Mercury have a good impact on you together with Saturn, Mars and Venus in Aquarius. That means your focus stimulates enthusiasm. Remember that your imagination can be a positive or negative force for you. If you are worried about things, it is negative imagination. If you feel inspired, you are dwelling in positive images of what could happen. Work with your positive perspective and remember to “bring all experiences to the path.”
Aquarius Buddhists are sociable beings. You are a beacon of good will and spontaneity this month. Study Bodhicitta as that is the highest form of idealism that exists. It is of the greatest benefit to all, including yourself. Read Kunno Lama Tenzin Gyalstan’s, “Praise of Bodhicitta.” It will be time well spent!
PISCES (February 19 – March 20)
You are liberated and energetic. Neptune and Jupiter give you a wonderfully liberating energy and by the months end, Venus will add love to all this. Open to new ideas. Trying to control yourself all the time is sometimes equal to repression. Mahamudra is being open to whatever arises, but Mahamudra also uses wisdom to maintain equilibrium.
Pisces Buddhists are sensitive and introspective. This month know your liberal side will shine for all. Be communicative and share all that you have inside. You will be radiant.