Author: Hālau ʻĀha Hūi Lanakila

Aloha Ke 'Ākua! Māhālo nūi lōa for visiting Nā Hālau ʻĀha Hūi Lanakila! We established our Sanctuary for the exploration and awakening of consciousness, the unfolding of our collective creative and healing potential and realisation of our essential Unity. Our teachings arise out of direct experience of awakened awareness and emanates the untamable fragrance of freedom whilst radically embracing the mystery and mess of human existence. Our invitation is for you to open to the fullness of life, to say YES to the totality of your experience and to meet reality with radical compassion. Our doors are an open invitation to all who seek authentic freedom and are willing to meet heart to heart in honest and open inquiry. We were taught that the goal of life is to move through life walking up the mountain of experiences with your Aloha, your Bowl of Light. Life is filled with lessons to learn and teaching moments along the way. When you become angry or jealous, you drop those stones into your bowl of light and those rocks cause leaks in your Mana-sacred power. When your bowl becomes filled with stones, you become a stone that cannot grow. No Aloha! The solution is that at any moment, you can turn your bowl upside down emptying these stones out of your bowl to naturally refill it with YOUR golden light -- your natural Aware and Awakened state of Aloha, your natural state of Divinity. This is the power of Pure Aloha: an Awakened Heart Awakens the Mind. Awakening hinges on your genuine desire for the discovery of your true nature. If it is to flower in you, you must truly want liberation from everything that is false in you, you must want to give yourself totally to the inquiry into what is true beyond all inherited concepts, ideas and beliefs. The purpose of our teachings is to ignite this wanting in you. When the flame of this desire becomes an untamable fire, it flips a switch inside of you and the direction of your destiny is irrevocably altered. It’s like turning on the light only to discover that you are this light. This in itself is extra-ordinary: even though you may have heard the words a thousand times, nothing can prepare you for the naked reality that is revealed. And yet the living experience of this revelation is very ordinary: you have simply re-discovered the innocent wholeness of your essential nature. It’s the you that never was and never will be separate from anything at all. This discovery is the end of suffering and the beginning of freedom. But awakening is just the beginning. The adventure begins, not in the rarified atmosphere of transcendence, but in the midst of the chaos of life. And living the truth of awakening has perhaps never been more of an imperative than in today’s rapidly changing world. The invitation is for you to awaken to the pristine perfection of your inner light and then to fully embody and express this light amidst the mystery and mess of human existence. Come join us!

Card of the Day – 10 of Cups – Wednesday, November 21, 2018

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Be it ever so humble, there’s no place like home.  This is my all-time favorite Tarot image ever; artist Molly Harrison truly captures the essence of the 10 of Cups, and the pure simple happiness and magic of family which it embodies, in this rendition for 78 Tarot Carnival.  Emotional fulfillment is the best of all.  This is a timely card, especially for those here in the USA, as today really kicks off the 2018 holiday season.  Many of you may be traveling today, so as to reconnect with family, and loved ones, and as the card shows, home is that place where you can all come together in love.

This card has always filled my heart with joy, but today, I do feel differently about it.  The tent shown in the background is here to remind us all of the reality that while you may be able to spend…

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Mars in Pisces pray for Compassion

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While Mars is in Pisces November 15- December 31
This almost 7-week transit brings a very big opportunity for compassion for ourselves and others,
“Compassion asks us to go where it hurts, to enter into the places of pain, to share in brokenness, fear, confusion, and anguish. Compassion challenges us to cry out with those in misery, to mourn with those who are lonely, to weep with those in tears. Compassion requires us to be weak with the weak, vulnerable with the vulnerable, and powerless with the powerless. Compassion means full immersion in the condition of being human. ~Henri J.M. Nouwen
“Idiot compassion”
Tibetan Buddhist teacher Chögyam Trungpa Rinpoche, Pema Chodron and my own root guru Namgyal Rinpoche https://www.namgyal.ca/ talked about this. Idiot compassion “refers to something we all do a lot of and call it compassion. In some ways, it’s what’s called enabling. It’s the general tendency to give people what they…

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Daily Words of the Buddha for November 21, 2018

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Pāli Word a Day for November 21, 2018
anārambha — an + ārambha = the exertionless, that which is without moil and toil

Upakāro ca yo mitto,
sukhe dukkhe ca yo sakhā,
atthakkhāyī ca yo mitto,
yo ca mittānukampako —
etepi mitte cattāro iti viññāya paṇḍito
sakkaccaṃ payirupāseyya
mātā puttaṃ va orasaṃ.

The friend who is a helpmate,
the friend in happiness and woe,
the friend who gives good counsel,
the friend who sympathises too —
these four as friends the wise behold
and cherish them devotedly
as does a mother her own child.

Dīgha Nikāya 3.265
Everyman’s Ethics: Four Discourses by the Buddha (WH 14), translated by Narada Thera

Card of the Day – Strength – Tuesday, November 20, 2018

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Strength, as this card implies, comes in many forms, especially when dealing with patience and courage.  As badly as you may hope to meet one of your goals right now, patience may be required for just a little bit longer. It is possible this is due to the current retrograde of Mercury in Sagittarius, or simply the fact, that here in the USA, this is a holiday week, which, when coupled with Mercury retrograde, means you simply may not be able to see something through as planned.

Then, of course, there is the Full Moon at 0° Gemini, happening in your neck of the woods on either the 22nd or 23rd. The typical Full Moon advice is always a bit cautionary, when related to conversations and situations, so it may very well be in your best interest to not strong-arm anyone or anything in order to get your way. Use…

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2018 FULL MOON in GEMINI on THANKSGIVING

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Nov 22 2018 is a full Moon in Gemini. Air sign Gemini brings action, movement, and excitement. And this full Moon is on Thanksgiving! How perfect for a full Moon feast in this Pig month, and to enjoy family and friends.

Also on Nov 22, the Sun enters Fire sign Sagittarius. The Sun, Mercury, and Jupiter are conjunct in Sagittarius for adventure and opportunities for new experiences. There’s enthusiasm and optimism about new ideas for future growth. Jupiter rules Sagittarius, adding to the good fortune. With Mercury retrograde until December 6, be flexible with delays.

Mars, in early degrees of Pisces, squares the full Moon, Sun, Mercury, and Jupiter. So not all activities are worth pursuing, and there could be a few false starts. What is most important will naturally come into focus. What is too chaotic can fall by the wayside. Contact me for your tarot card reading to…

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Card of the Day – Monday, November 19, 2018 – Knight of Cups

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Here comes your Knight in Shining Armor? But, wait! Mercury is retrograde, and while Venus is newly direct, it still remains in shadow. So, what do you make of this guy? It is possible you have heard from, or even received romantic overtures from, someone connected to your past. Try not to take it too seriously at the moment; this does not mean it can’t become serious later, but for now just accept it as it comes.

The Knight of Cups is a daydreamer, a bit of a wanderer; it always takes him a bit longer to arrive at his destination, because he does not take the shortcut, and very much prefers the scenic route. The energy right now may represent something of a I’m-a-lover-not-a-fighter vibe, with Mars now in Pisces, the dreamer. Let us not forget that Neptune is, of course, still in home sign of Pisces, rules our…

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Daily Words of the Buddha for November 19, 2018

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Pāli Word a Day for November 19, 2018
anāvattin — one who does not return

Pahūtavitto puriso
sahirañño sabhojano,
eko bhuñjati sādūni —
taṃ parābhavato mukhaṃ.

To have much wealth
and ample gold and food,
but to enjoy one’s luxuries alone —
this is a cause of one’s downfall.

Sutta Nipāta 1.102
Everyman’s Ethics: Four Discourses by the Buddha (WH 14), translated by Narada Thera

Daily Words of the Buddha for November 18, 2018

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Pāli Word a Day for November 18, 2018
anurañjita — illumined, brightened, beautified

Paṇḍito sīlasampanno,
Saṇho ca paṭibhānavā,
Nivātavutti atthaddho,
Tādiso labhate yasaṃ.

Who is wise and virtuous,
Gentle and keen-witted,
Humble and amenable,
Such a one to honour may attain.

Dīgha Nikāya 3.273
Everyman’s Ethics: Four Discourses by the Buddha (WH 14), translated by Narada Thera

Weekend Astrology, Leonid Meteor showers

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November 17

Leonids Meteor showers this weekend- this from Space

https://www.space.com/42448-leonid-meteor-shower-2018-what-to-expect.html 

I am hoping it will be clear here in Bancroft because the dark skies here would afford a great view. There’s about a foot of fresh fallen snow on the ground, its beautiful pristine white but cold, down to 11 degrees Fahrenheit tonight.

Saturday is still under the rule of the Pisces Moon

We’re feeling oriented, our psychic antanae  are strong, our 3rd eyes are wide open, we are dreamy, spiritual, escapist, creative, romantic.  We feel connected to everyone on a Pisces moon. It’s very romantic, a soul mate connectivity. Pisces moon times are great because they enhance meditation and visualization. Pisces is the sign to connect with Source with as the boundaries are thin. 

The downside of Pisces energy is martyrdom, co-dependency, extreme shyness, paranoia, fantasy, illusion, delusion and projection.

Moon squares Newly Retrograde Mercury in Sagittarius

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Card of the Day – 8 of Swords – Saturday, November 17, 2018

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It’s back! The 8 of Swords is here once again to remind you to get out of your own way, get out of your head and limited ways of thinking, and to open your eyes to the possibilities. But, wait! Today is the first full day of Mercury retrograde, and it is in the sign of Sagittarius, the one that brings us the BIG Picture. Very often, when we see the 8 of Swords, we feel powerless to find the way out of a particular situation. I will be honest with you, between today and tomorrow, I believe it is possible this can go either way. Everyone, of every sign, is affected by Mercury retrograde differently. So, while it is not unlikely that you can achieve a breakthrough in one area, you may feel as though you are in a complete fog in another. Mercury will remain retrograde through December…

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Daily Words of the Buddha for November 17, 2018

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Pāli Word a Day for November 17, 2018
pāramī — completeness, perfection, highest state 

Maraṇenapi taṃ pahīyati
yaṃ puriso mamidanti maññati.
Etampi viditvā paṇḍito,
na mamattāya
nametha māmako.

At death a person abandons
what one construes as mine.
Realizing this, the wise
shouldn’t incline
to be devoted to mine.

Sutta Nipāta 4.812
Translated from Pāli by Thanissaro Bhikkhu

Asian Foodstyles | Tamagoyaki & Onigiri Breakfast Recipe

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TAMAGOYAKI

3 Eggs (optional +1 yolk for deeper color)

Chopped chives/spring onion
1/4 tsp Mirin
1/4 tsp Soy sauce
Salt
1/2 tsp Sugar (optional)
Furikake (optional)

You can also add 1 tsp sesame oil (1/2 tsp if using strong, pure sesame oil) for an interesting taste (normally with sugar). I do this sometimes when I get bored with regular tamagoyaki.

ONIGIRI

1/2 cup Japanese rice

1 cup Water Furikake (any kind)

Do not rinse the rice too much as you’ll want to retain much of the starch for onigiri. Make sure to soak the Japanese rice for ~15 min before cooking. Put your flame on high; once the water starts rapidly boiling, set the flame to low/simmer. Once cooked, put it on high for 10sec, and then kill the flame. Let sit (lid on) for 10 min before opening. Or just use a rice cooker.

You can add 1 tbsp sesame oil (1/2 tbsp if strong sesame oil) to the rice for a change – similar to how some Koreans do their crispy rice balls (jumeokbap?). If you can find small umeboshi (pickled plum), you can stick one inside the onigiri. Japanese umeboshi is best, but are normally pretty large. Chinese pickled plums on the other hand are normally smaller (but more sour, and I’ve never seen one that’s pitted).

TOOLS

The ONIGIRI MOULDS | I use are from Daiso and come in 2 sizes per pack. For bigger onigiri, you can use any other container e.g. a Japanese sandwich mould. Get one online here (https://amzn.to/2RxVQOX)

The TAMAGOYAKI PAN is a simple one I got off Ebay for around A$50 (Japanese brand, made in China, but sturdy). A bit expensive for a small pan, but this one is surprisingly quite thick and from experience distributes heat really well. It is optional and you can use a regular round pan, but obviously a rectangular tamagoyaki pan makes things a whole lot easier. Get a similar one (https://amzn.to/2RAjBpO)

Holiday Foodstyles | The Ultimate Five-Cheese Macaroni and Cheese 

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My mother passed down her macaroni and cheese recipe to me about 20 years ago. I have made my own tweaks since then to create what is now known as my Ultimate Five-Cheese Macaroni and Cheese. Made with a blend of sharp cheddar, Monterey Jack, mozzarella, Pecorino Romano, and parmesan cheeses, this dish has become a favorite of every single person who has tasted it. Yes, this recipe is a little labor intensive, but it is well worth it!

Get the written recipe: http://bit.ly/jeffrogersmacandcheese

I normally cook this dish in glass. For this video, it was cooked in my Lodge 3-quart enameled cast iron Dutch oven. I have also had success with cooking this dish in a regular, ‘well-seasoned’ cast iron skillet. If cooked in glass, increase your temperature to 400 degrees. Also, the deeper your dish, the longer it will take to cook. If your dish is shallow, it will take less time. So, you may want to do a test run to be sure of the appropriate times for your cookware.

SOUND ENERGY HEALING MEDITATION (1 hr.) | Theta Wave Binaural Beats 432 HZ​

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432 Hz, known as Verdi’s ‘A’ is an alternative tuning that is mathematically consistent with the universe. Music based on 432Hz transmits beneficial healing energy, because it is a pure tone of math fundamental to nature. Usage of headphones recommended.

The Universal Music of Sacred Geometry

According to Brain T. Collins, a musician and researcher, the standard pitch (A=440 Hz) does not harmonize on any level that corresponds to cosmic movement, rhythm, or natural vibration. The greatest musicians, such as Mozart and Verdi, based their music on the natural vibration of A=432. It’s true that it is only 8 vibrations per second different from the standard tuning, but this small difference seems to be remarkable to our human consciousness.

There’s a growing musical and metaphysical movement for recovering optimal integrity in the music industry and spirituality through the 432Hz tuning. In April 2008 Dutch journalist Richard Huisken founded the ‘back to 432 Hz’ committee, claiming that this original tuning was used in ancient cultures and is found on antique instruments like the Stradivarius violin.

One step forward,Venus Direct, then Mercury Redux

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November 16 Venus turns direct today. The blessed day is finally here.The backwards-looking re-evaluating “Underworld” 42 period is over. So many relationships blew apart, so much heartbreak. 

Venus Direct astrology love Tara Greene Venus turns Direct in Libra
lets talk about love

Now we must retrace our heart steps back from Libra to Scorpio {-Venus re-enters Scorpio on December 2nd}  to our souls deepest desires until December 18 until Venus bypasses 10+ degrees Scorpio where she went Retro and we can head out again into a fresh new love field. 

Give thanks to Venus for what you learned during this time. Reflect while Venus is still  Stationary for a couple of days. Let me know how you felt with Venus retrograde.

Meanwhile, Mercury also turns Retrograde on the 16th @ 13+ degrees Sagittarius

mercury Retrograde in Sagittarius Tara Greene astrologyEugène Delacroix [Public domain or Public domain], via Wikimedia CommonsThis is conjunct to the GREAT ATTRACTOR aka ABELL 3627 is a huge …

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Daily Words of the Buddha for November 16, 2018

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Pāli Word a Day for November 16, 2018
ropaka — sapling

Pare ca na vijānanti
mayamettha yamāmase.
Ye ca tattha vijānanti
tato sammanti medhagā.

There are those who do not realize
that one day we all must die.
But those who do realize this
settle their quarrels.

Dhammapada 1.6
The Dhammapada: The Buddha’s Path of Wisdom, translated from Pāli by Acharya Buddharakkhita