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Issue 34
Los Angeles Edition
July | August 2005
editor's word

cover story
Capturing Yoga

health

Aromatherapy Vanilla
Ayurveda Elemental Wisdom
Saffron

yogi lifestyle

Yogi Yummies Baba Ganouj
Roasted Eggplant Dip
Behind The Scenes Star Power
Meets Solar Power at LOHAS
Healthy Yogi Kirtan Kriya
Yogi’s Om Erin and Adam’s Om
A Little Humor Yoga Yenta

yoga

Series Finding Your Feet
Ask Yogi Marlon
The Science of Sanskrit
The Asana Page
Eka Pada Galavasana

kids on the mat

Building a Friend Ship
Super Yogi Camel

community

Teacher Profile Noah Mazé

for the soul

Spiritual Arts Touching the Divine
Finding Your Center Life Purpose
Deepak and David
The Law of Pure Potentiality
Special Guest Interview
Carlos Pomeda
Chakra Astrology

july | august by aura galadriel wright
Welcome to Chakra Astrology. Each sign is ruled by one of the 7 planets that can be seen in the sky with our eyes. From the top down, they are; Jupiter, the Moon, Venus, Mercury, the Sun, Mars and Saturn. These planets equate with the 7 Chakras, which is reflected by the colors below.

Mercury and Venus are having a party in Leo in early July. Saturn joins and lends a sober tone as a new 3-year cycle begins in mid-July, when the lord of Karma changes moods and moves into Leo and out of Cancer. Issues of integrity, personality, identity, respect, courage, ego, fatherhood and self-expression associated with Leo are significantly highlighted through the end of August. When the Retrograde Mercury adds spice to the mix (7/22-8/15), take precautions by protecting your identity and sensitive documents.

Sagittarius (11/23-12/22) – A cycle of ‘effect’ began for you in June and continues until the end of the year. The ‘effects’ you feel are a direct result of the actions and ‘causes’ taken in the previous 6 months. This will influence you primarily in social circles, through partnerships, marriages, contracts and other legalities. Keep chaotic influences under control.

Cancer (6/23-7/22) – Whew! A mighty but rotting tree has been obstructing your driveway for the past 3 years. Metaphorically speaking, the clearing crew finally chops it up and takes it away in early July leaving you with a remade entrance way. Put your energy towards creative re-invention of these newly cleared areas and a brand new you is well on its way.

Taurus (4/21-5/21) – A loud and uproarious party is taking place in your living room until September. Unfortunately, you didn’t invite the guests. Flashy party guests make a scene and behave in unexpected ways. I suggest you hide any valuables that you don’t want broken, and set some ground rules. It’s time for a serious reevaluation of emotional influences, and how you express your feelings about them.

Gemini (5/22-6/22) – How do you express your identity? In fact, do you express your identity? Do you express your ideals, integrity and courageous truth? A huge breakthrough is likely for you now, especially if you can locate and communicate your convictions, ideals and inspired truth. Now is the time to commit to your ideals and principles – especially publicly.

Aries (3/21-4/20) – You stand to benefit a great deal from the contracts, partnerships and commitments that you make now. Just make perfectly sure that the wording and details of all documents is correct and as agreed upon, especially during the Mercury Retrograde from 7/22-8/15. Even so, misprints could actually work in your favor.

Aquarius (1/22-2/20) – You find yourself putting deals, cross-promotions and mutual endeavors together now. Your leadership qualities are emerging. Just make sure you apply due diligence to those you are getting into bed with (literally and metaphorically). Fortunately, strange surprises will show up sooner than later – especially during the Mercury retrograde.

Pisces (2/21-3/19) – Financial deals are of paramount importance for the next two months. Don’t be surprised if there are some major reversals around those you are in financial partnership with. You must organize and strategize your systems now, and make sure they are bullet proof for the future. A personality or recognized leader in their field is probably involved, and perhaps a bit capricious.

Libra (9/23-10/22) – Legal entanglements change from a burden to a blessing now. The opportunity to travel and broaden your horizons arrives this month. It is time to clear and straighten out issues of respect, honor and integrity where your siblings, neighbors or co-workers are involved. There are two sides to every story.

Virgo (8/23-9/22) – Financial opportunity, property or an investment solidifies your sense of security. Be careful that it is not dependent upon the whims of another. Powerful people are likely to be more than a little bit unpredictable now. You can uncover an aspect of your life-purpose now by paying close attention to your own actions.

Leo (7/23-8/22) – The spotlight is beaming upon you with the heat of a thousand Suns. You are the center of the storm, and the focus of all the attention. This is fun for a while but not all sunshine and roses. Every aspect of your personality is amplified, as if under a magnifying glass. Too long under the glass and you might start to burn – wear sunscreen!

Scorpio (10/23-11/22) – There’s a lot of heat on your reputation. This is a direct result of the past year of cumulative work and responsibility. Your career is being examined, which could lead to an increase in status, an award or other type of recognition. Your focus is on the details of your routines and the partners with whom you surround yourself.

Capricorn (12/23-1/21) – The big one finally leaves your partnership sector, lifting any burdens you have been feeling there. Activity now centers upon issues of deep psychological understanding, creative merging with others, and questions of pride and respect among equals. A journey through the depths of your unconscious is in the offering now. The ghosts of Christmas past, present and future are here for a long visit.

By Aura Galadriel Wright – for the Extended Monthly forecast go to AstrologyChick.com - 310.455.2210 - auracle@astrologychick.com.
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