On August 22nd the moon arrives full alongside retrograde Jupiter in the sign of Aquarius, and in the nakshatra of Dhanishta. This lunar mansion is associated with wealth and fame and with this mental and material experience comes power and courage, since Dhanishta is governed by Mars.
In the sign of Aquarius, which is co-ruled by Saturn and Rahu, our deep karmas and feelings of suffering to do with our material environment as well as towards humanity are also being brought to our awareness. You may be feeling the push and pull of contrasting realities right now.
Two days before the full moon is Varalakshmi Puja in the Hindu calendar. A day of worshipping Lakshmi, the Goddess of wealth and prosperity, of asking, with humility, for a desire to come true, and of showing gratitude for the blessings that we have already attained.
On the day of the full moon is also the celebration of Raksha Bandhan, a time of honouring the relationships that nurture and protect us, of showing our gratitude. This full moon is a social one, connect with nourishing people and notice how these themes are expressing themselves in your life right now.
Journal This:
⫸ What opposing forces or dualities are being enlivened?
⫸ Are there old stories and patterns that are surfacing? Name these.
⫸ Which relationships are feeling supportive?
⫸ What are you grateful for? Count your blessings.
Make a wish for a deep desire you have.
~ Payal
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