December 2012 – ASTROPRO

Rumination

Over the years it may become apparent that we need to make some adjustments to our thinking and this is always somewhat anxiety producing. It is difficult to change. Especially when it comes to changes in your nature. It feels uncomfortable and nerve racking. Yet, it seems that these changes should be made to increase the likelihood of a healthier and happier life. It is often tiring to constantly be examining the underpinnings of our psychology and it shouldn’t be so labor intensive. Better to keep active in life and the need for change will emerge in a natural way.

Reflections of our life are constantly being thrown at us. We act and react in some good and bad ways. It depends on how foreign the concept. If it surprises us, we may have an emotional and unpleasant reaction. This may translate into a kind of blow that may be experienced in varying ways.

You may be especially sensitive to your body. As if every ache and pain takes on a life of its own. This hypersensitivity will soon pass. Don’t overreact to these symptoms but rather examine them. Try to get to the core. Take action if necessary.

The New Year is a chance to progress in every aspect of life. Use this year constructively and don’t take yourself too seriously. Lighten up.

Are You Listening?

Both the practical and idealistic play a part in our current view of things. These two elements are very hard to blend. Earth and fire are elements that usually have the effect of steam rolling over things. It’s as if no one is listening to you or they are talking over you as if you don’t exist. This erratic behavior is somewhat unnerving. You may not be able to get other people to stop doing it, but make sure that you aren’t doing it. People who listen always have a lot of friends.

Being an idealist is a tough ideal to maintain. As life goes on, you realize that compromise is needed. You may have to work in an industry that isn’t necessarily ideal but you have to earn a living. Apply your good values to whatever you do. You can’t do more than that.

Nothing is perfect except the un-manifested. Once something comes into being it is no longer perfect. Try to strive for attainable and realistic goals. Otherwise, you may become down-hearted. Our life is a creation of our own making. Some things are given and other things have to be worked for. Life isn’t fair but we all have gifts and handicaps that challenge us.

Work at getting to know yourself better. This is a tangible and rewarding goal. You pay for everything. You pay for what you want and you pay for what you don’t want. Know what you want and be willing to pay the price. It’s different for everyone.

Prayer of the Heart

Some acts are unspeakable…there are no words. Yet life continues and nature goes about its job of healing the human heart. As human beings it is difficult to understand what higher influences are at work. We can only believe that there is some purpose to our suffering. We never know what the future will bring and we can only do our best by setting a good example. Beyond this, we are powerless to intervene in the bigger picture.

We can take little steps, in hopes that we can mitigate some human suffering, but we cannot know how much of it will change the outcome. We can try to use free will and foresight and believe that this will have some impact on the outcome for mankind. But, there are no guarantees.

Although the world undergoes some events that we all become a part of, we should try to maintain our optimism and perspective. We cannot see the whole picture and we cannot judge the significance of any act.

We can only hope that our short time on earth is not without purpose.

Fast Forward

You find yourself having very vivid dreams. You may see names of people or people that are specific to your life at this time. You are bringing emotional feelings to the surface through the activity of dreaming. Actually, it is believed that you can solve problems in your sleep.

The last week you have felt energized. You have been able to accomplish a lot. This leaves you a little exhausted and a little irritable. Usually, getting a lot of work done leaves you feeling relieved but it seems that there is some anxiety connected with this great amount of energy that you are expending.

Perhaps it is the holiday season that gives you anxiety. It should be a happy time of the year but there are often obligations that lead you to feel slightly uneasy. Life is difficult enough without the added pressure of the holiday season. Take care of your health, as you could be vulnerable with all the events that are on your schedule.

Underlying issues come to the surface. This is good because you can now deal with them. As long as they remain unconscious you are unaware of the conflicts that exist within. Take advantage of this time to control your nervous temperament. Don’t let you mood ruin your good times.

Careful Calculations

Step out of your comfort zone. Everything within you may be telling you to play it safe but step out and bring some new influences into your life. These new influences will bring new people with new ideas. This will be very stimulating and will encourage your own creativity. Stay alert as new opportunities may come and the only enemy will be your own reluctance.

Don’t make things more complicated. You find yourself with an infinite number of choices but are afraid to make a move. Just make a choice and take action. This is by far the best solution. Otherwise, you will spend valuable time making assessments and in the end not do anything. Hesitation, in this case, is more dangerous to your prospects.

You are much more together than you think you are. Taking a step will reinforce your self-confidence. There is no such thing as a mistake. Mistakes lead to better solutions in the future. They are a learning tool.

You are driven to go deeper in your search for truth. Don’t dig half way.