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Card of the Day – 9 of Swords – Sunday, September 9, 2018

New Moon blessings, everyone! Today is the New Moon in Virgo, and such a positive New Moon it is! Before discussing the 9 of Swords, let us first talk about what makes this New Moon so positive. On September 12, only three days from now, a sextile between Jupiter and Pluto will occur. What are your intentions for this New Moon? What do you wish to manifest? This is possibly your greatest opportunity for good fortune and manifestation in all of 2018. Note, to reap the benefits of this good luck sextile, make your moves now through the 11th, as the energy is always better as it is building in the leadup to the actual event. The potency afterward is always on the decline.
Ok, so how did we get a 9 of Swords in the middle of one of the best New Moons of the entire year? There are…
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Two planets change sign; New Moon; Brief Void Moon
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Card of the Day – 10 of Pentacles – Saturday, September 8, 2018

As we approach tomorrow’s positive New Moon in Virgo, I can’t help but notice that we have had three pentacles cards in a row. Now, they do not always refer necessarily to your finances, but they definitely refer to things which give you a feeling of security.
The 10 of Pentacles is all about that security and the things which you treasure. It is the weekend, and this is a card representative of the generations of a family, so anything aligning with that theme is entirely possible. The 10 of Pentacles also references retirements and inheritances, and this by no means is indicative of a loss. You could find yourself focusing on retirement plans, even if they are twenty years away. It is never too early to start. Perhaps you feel the need to draft a will, or gather your loved ones together and give them the things you wish…
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Cultural Anthropology | Oral History Suggests Māori Proverbs on Bird Extinction Mirrored Fears of Indigenous Group’s Own Decline
Health and Foodstyles | Keto diet: ‘No one should do it,’ says top cardiologist
Ketosis is known to work wonders in terms of short-term weight loss. But what about the diet’s effects over the long term? […]
Source: Keto diet: ‘No one should do it,’ says top cardiologist
McDonald’s French Fries Found to Contain Silly Putty Ingredient and Petroleum Chemical
Grant Imahara, host of the eye-opening show Mythbusters, was at it again. This time, he didn’t set out to get involved with crash test dummies or explosives. Instead, he recently focused on a specific food — which it can hardly be called — at McDonald’s: french fries.
Imahara went directly to the fast food chain’s processing plant in the potato-loving state, where he thankfully learned that the fries’ first ingredient are indeed spuds. However, the ingredients that followed are disturbing to say the least. Included on the list of 19 items are dimethylpolysiloxane, a form of silicone found in Silly Putty, tertiary butylhydroquinone (TBHQ), a petrol-based chemical, and hydrogenated soybean oil, which is a manufactured form of trans fat.(1) […]
Source: McDonald’s French Fries Found to Contain Silly Putty Ingredient and Petroleum Chemical
Foodstyles | 83 Percent Of North American Honey Has WHAT? And More Must-Know Natural Sugar Facts
Read this before choosing a natural sweetener. […]
Source: 83 Percent Of North American Honey Has WHAT? And More Must-Know Natural Sugar Facts
Health | This Is How Many Hours Of Lost Sleep It Takes To Negatively Affect Blood Sugar
Sleep deprivation can change us on a cellular level. […]
Source: This Is How Many Hours Of Lost Sleep It Takes To Negatively Affect Blood Sugar
Card of the Day – 5 of Pentacles – Friday, September 7, 2018

Interestingly enough, we have not seen this card since January, a time when all planets were direct and the first eclipse of 2018 had not yet occurred. You began the year with purpose and a vengeance; your plans, goals, and aspirations were many. The 5 of Pentacles did not seem so daunting, with its message of lack, poverty, and hard times. You were ready to tackle the remnants of what you had already overcome. Then eclipse season hit, and not long afterward the retrogrades began to creep up on you.
Fast forward to now, and two Mercury retrogrades later, you see Mercury, Mars, and Saturn, have all gone direct. Once again, the 5 of Pentacles comes around, and this time you are ready. You are on the road to recovery, but this time it is so much more. There is an overwhelming desire to in no way ever repeat the…
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Through the Eyes of Tarot – Venus in Scorpio – September 9, 2018 through January 7, 2019

Taking the easy way out will not work for you with Venus in Scorpio. If you do, the Universe will be more than willing to show the imperfections in your plans, and only serve to exacerbate them, causing them to fall apart. This does not need to be the case, however, during the time period that Venus is initially in Scorpio and retrogrades, you may not be able to strike a balance in your life. Once Venus has moved back into Libra on October 31, you will find it easier to compromise in order to reach your goals.
Do not think you are stuck; you will find success with stressful situations. As you begin to move away from all of this, you may feel a time out is necessary; this is likely once Venus has returned to direct motion in November. Delays will be gone, and issues where you may…
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New Moon in Virgo – Sunday, September 9, 2018

You have been patient long enough; your hopes and dreams are sailing straight ahead at this New Moon in Virgo. With each passing day the delays around you have been dissipating. Do not base what you wish for you future on what you have had in the past. This is about creating a new life and breaking free from the constraints of the past once and for all.
Your wishes are coming true, as you go from feeling powerless to powerful. You are doing it now; your mojo is returning full force and you are taking the lessons you learned during the Saturn retrograde and applying them in an intuitive fashion. You did this, no one else. The timing is right now for moving forward with creating absolutely anything which you have been inspired to do. This earthy, practical New Moon will allow you to gather your resources, and perhaps…
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Mercury connects with two planets; Stay grounded; Void Moon; Venus and Mars fight
Psychology | Here’s How You Feel About Frenemies, Based on Your Personality Type (Uses Myers-Briggs Scale)
Frenemies are those people who act like friends but in truth they are always in competition. It is more of a situation where you are keeping your friends close and your enemies closer. To some this seems like a natural way to behave, to […]
Source: Here’s How You Feel About Frenemies, Based on Your Personality Type – Personality Growth
China Has Forced 1 Million Muslims Into Reeducation Camps
The Chinese government has decided that Uyghur Muslims “are infected by an ideological illness” and must be cured at concentration camps. […]
Source: China Has Forced 1 Million Muslims Into Reeducation Camps
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2018 Virgo New Moon begins Phoenix (Rooster) Month
VIRGO NEW MOON
Sept 9 2018 is a new Moon in Earth sign Virgo. Virgo rules the sixth house of health, healing, work, and service. This lunar month is time for attention to health, the health of your home, and is time to take action! This month is fortunate to launch plans, especially career plans, and to pursue opportunities. The new Moon, Sun, and Mercury are all in Virgo for clear communication. But under the influence of Virgo, details are important, as is follow through.
PHOENIX MONTH Sept 9 – Oct 7
This new Moon begins the lunar month of the Metal Phoenix (Rooster). Phoenix, like Virgo, takes pride in a job well done, and can be superb at planning and organizing. Know that Phoenix speaks frankly, making this lunar month the time for direct speech. This is the month of the Metal Phoenix. The element Metal can help make…
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Saturn stations direct
Tara Greene,Tarot,Astrology,Psychic
Satyrn turns stationary Sept. 6 @ 4:09 am PDT/ 7:09 am EDT/ 11:09 am GMT

Image by Napoleon Brousseau from a sketchbook
After many months of Saturn dragging his heavyweight back over the coals since April 17/18- remember what you were doing back then. Saturn now stops moving Retrograde and sits immovable for 5 days until actually moving Direct. These 5 days are extremely ponderous, heavy, weighted, fated, and grounding. Saturn turns direct at 2 degrees 33 minutes of its home sign of Capricorn only 2 degrees away from the famous world point of zero Capricorn. This is a karmic weigh-in time.
Affairs in politics, senators, seniors, heads of state will be feeling Saturn’s grinding force. Saturn is the great tester, limiter, obstacle maker and teacher.
Saturn hits those born in the first few days of Capricorn the hardest now, as it also affects all CARDINAL SIGNS born within 5…
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Card of the Day – 6 of Pentacles – Thursday, September 6, 2018

There are several cards in the Tarot which relate to various types of balance, and the 6 of Pentacles is one of them. It often serves as a reminder of the balance necessary when giving of one’s resources, such as time and money, implying that generosity can oftentimes be a fault or to one’s detriment. Occasionally, you need to pause and take a breath and remember to take time out for you. It is representative of sharing which is also a thing of balance, as well as the give and take. On the opposite side of the spectrum is greed, showing the trickle-down economics of the 1%, not leaving enough to go around in a fair fashion.
Venus is at the tail-end of Libra, and also in shadow, preparing to retrograde next month. Do not be surprised if you see relationship-related themes around you today, and in the days to…
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Hāʻawina ‘Eiwa i Nā ʻŌlelo Hawaiʻi | Hawaiian Language Lesson #9
Tarot | Card of the Day – Queen of Wands – Saturday, September 1, 2018

She’s back! Welcome to September, my friends! You made it, and it has only been a few short days since we have seen this card. Get your motor running, and take charge of the changes you desire. You are not at your launch point yet, but you are very close. Use the next eight days to ready yourself for lift off!
You probably thought it would never happen. Late June, September seemed so far away, but that did not take away the vision you have had for your future. This Queen has that spark of fire that never goes lout, and allows her to make that vision into a reality. July and August are now history, with their five eclipses and seven retrogrades. Tomorrow, Mercury will complete its retrograde cycle as it leaves shadow early in the day. You need to make this month count, and the Queen of Wands…
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Astrology | A few hours in the Void Moon mode
Shamanic Animal Spirit: The Dove (Peace)

We often complain we live in an aggressive world. And many of us pray for peace. But do we always create peace in our own lives? Peace is not simply an intellectual concept or a geopolitical status quo. It is a state of being. If we were able to bring peace into ourselves, our world would certainly be very different. This is what the spirit of the Dove is suggesting at this time: bring peace into yourself. Slow down, relax, close your eyes and breathe regularly. Pause for a moment this stressful and frenetic modern life, and get back to Now. Use any technique you like to stop this incessant chatter of mind: yoga, meditation, a walk in nature … Now, you are already more peaceful. If you are currently experiencing conflict in your life, you are invited to choose a peaceful resolution … because the peace you create around you and the peace you achieve within yourself are one and the same.
MESSAGE FROM THE DOVE: “Bring peace within yourself and it will spread through the world.”
Grande Earth Trine
Tara Greene,Tarot,Astrology,Psychic
Aug. 31 Grand Earth Trine in place
TAURUS MOON trines Saturn in Capricorn and Virgo Sun.
EARTHY TRINES helps us to savour the earth plane ruled by Saturn.
An earlier conjunction to Uranus in Taurus adds an element of surprise, chaos, disruptive emotions, and unexpected wild energies.
Moon in Taurus sextiles Neptune in Pisces late in PDT
This is great for really grounding and remembering your dreams as your body always remembers.
Taurus Grand trine moon energy is a good night for enjoying great food, good wine and dancing or singing. It’s also quite romantic. Saturn is still Retrograde until September 6th but is slowing down now and is virtually at standstill.
Karmic lessons
Karmic lessons we have been revisiting for the past few months since April 17/18 have come to a completion as SATURN turns Direct September 6.
It’s Labour Day weekend under a Taurus Moon on the 1st…
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Mabon Ritual – Persephone’s Confession
This Is The ‘Sweet Spot’ For How Long You Should Be Sleeping
Yes, you CAN get too much.
Ah, sleep. The ever-elusive natural health elixir that can squash a shockingly vast variety of our physical and mental ailments. Regularly getting a good night’s rest can boost your mood, sharpen your memory, and stave off anxiety, depression, and stress. It also helps you control your weight, increases your body’s immunity, and lowers your risk of heart disease, diabetes, stroke, and various types of cancers. We can go on if you want: Sleep also pumps up your libido, clears your skin, stimulates your creativity, and makes you less likely to get into car crashes, while not sleeping enough can literally make people not want to be around you and physically shrinks your brain. […]
Source: This Is The ‘Sweet Spot’ For How Long You Should Be Sleeping
Card of the Day – Ace of Wands – Friday, August 31, 2018

You are ready! Or are you? The Ace of Wands is all about new beginnings, creativity, and inspiration, just to name a few. However, today’s Taurus Moon does not lend itself to such a fiery card; the spirit may be willing, but the body and mind may not be cooperating today, as you may find yourself lacking in motivation. Taurus tends to lollygag, much like Ferdinand the Bull, stopping to smell the flowers along the way. Pleasing the senses becomes more the mode of the day.
Today’s Ace of Wands really feels to me like that pre-launch of a rocketship. The fire is lit, but things just aren’t working on all cylinders yet. Remember your thoughts and ideas, for soon, the drive will be there to launch you into something new and wonderful. So, don’t be hard on yourself today if you feel you should reach your goals, but are…
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Card of the Day – The Lovers – Thursday, August 30, 2018

Today we have a new deck to check out, The Considerate Cat Tarot, which recently arrived in the mail. Our Lovers card today reminds us, as always, about relationships. When I think relationships, I think Venus, which is currently in its home sign of Libra, the relationship sign.
So, today, what can we expect from Venus? I don’t usually discuss all of these things, but today the Moon is still in impetuous Aries, for the better part of the day. The Moon will oppose Venus and square Mars, perhaps making your work environment relationships feel a bit more competitive and edgy. You can make good use of this and use the competition to your advantage to achieve new things. But, bear in mind, you could see people doing things at the spur of the moment, in typical Aries fashion. Later in the day, the Moon will enter Taurus, probably when…
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Mars Direct in Capricorn 8/27: Searching For Inspiration

On Monday, August 27, Mars will station direct completing its retrograde through the last part of Aquarius and the first two degrees of Capricorn. Mars is the planet associated with that which we desire most in life. It is the craving we must satisfy and the lover we lust for passionately. It is the drive to make our dreams tangible, the bravery to confront one’s fears. It is seemingly unconquerable. Like adrenaline, Mars is the strength and energy to persevere and survive when the odds are stacked against you.
With Mars retrograde the last two months, it is likely these aspects of our lives and of ourselves, have turned inward for a period of internal review and soul strengthening. Its lessons presented themselves as obstacles, such as the inability to express oneself accurately, difficulties connecting with one’s passions, or inhibited creative or sexual release. Its lessons also likely inspired a…
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Health and Diet | Drink This Ginger-Turmeric Combo Before Bed To Reduce Inflammation And Never Wake Up Tired Again
If you want to naturally energize your body, help sleep, and fight inflammation in the body, you are in the right place! Being powerful superfoods used for millennia, ginger and turmeric will improve health in a number of ways, soothe pain, treat inflammation, relax your body, and boost your energy levels! This natural elixir is […]









