Juliias Journal September 2010 Archives

Spirit of Challenge

Accessing courage, determination in the face of adversity, taking risks, facing up to opposition, drawing the energy to move ahead, and reassessment of resources

There are challenges in our daily life- don’t you think? We are forced to confront issues or situations that motivate us to dig deep and source internal resources to overcome these challenges.

Sometimes we must lay the ground work to build a bridge and move on. The Spirit of Challenge awakens the part of us that identifies these challenges and offers strategies or resources to overcome, learn and finally move forward in the right direction for us.

The Moon in Libra is a green light to negotiation, consultation and collaboration. Personally I think that this is why we are so fortunate to have a Libran Prime Minister. These traits are inherent in the Libran personality and we can therefore assume that we can capitalise on these qualities to support us in the future.

Mars and Neptune collaborate harmoniously tody. We are given a cosmic highway to our dreams. Mars injects the fuel and Neptune creates the vision by offering the template. Speaking of dreams – I dreamt about babies last night - lots of babies. Of course this does not necessarily mean that I will have a baby of my own instead I believe that these dreams are more about creative projects. Actually, Neptune is hitting my fifth house so bring on the positive energy.

It’s a number four day so undertake the plans and framework for your dream building. What’s your dream? What steps do you need to take to make it happen?

Subconsciously we are drawn down a positive route. Apollo, the Sun God shines his golden beams of beauty and wonder on our path.

NB: Just as I wrote that statement the Sun shone brightly through my window.

The Emperor reminds us that we are the Masters of our Destiny. Take it to the limit and don’t stop until you darn well get there.

The World offers a cornucopia of blessings. The fruit is ripe on the vine and ready to pick. The garland of plenty surrounds your soul purpose.

Whatever you desire – wherever you want to go keep your focus and ask the Spirit of Challenge to remain close. Yes, identify the risks of stepping out of your comfort zone. Also, analyse the benefits of what you can accomplish. The Spirit of Challenge will assist you in assessing and defending your fears and challenges and offer a solution to resolve these roadblocks. Don’t delay – and don’t give more excuses than enthusiasm otherwise you are likely to miss out on the most incredible life.

Love, Peace and Harmony,

Julia Ashton-Sayers

Spirit of Love

Love in every aspect - human and divine, transformation, reversal, betrayal, enlightenment, warmth, courage, belief, transcendence, longing, fulfilled

The Moon moves into the sign of the scales, Libra today so there is a desire for balance. She is now out of the house of diligence – work and health and into the seventh house of relationships and interaction with society. The Shaman’s oracle offers the Spirit of Love to tantalise our hearts and suggests that love is the answer to every question we may want to ask.

Speaking of love – Venus moves into Scorpio today. Yes, high five and happy dance for this Scorpion wo-man. This means that the skies are offering deep, passionate and enduring love. Scorps have the opportunity to glam-up their appearance and to step out of the dark corner of the cosmos and shine. That being said, not too many Scorps like the spotlight instead we prefer to be the behind the scenes kind of peeps.”

Anyway, after the healthy and vibrant seeds take root (from yesterday’s New Moon planting) there will be shaking in the cosmic garden of good intention.

Jupiter, giver of gifts – by Jove – is moving back into Pisces – a fellow water sign so there will be an abundance of emotion flooding through the Universal channel. Jupiter in Pisces is also supportive of the gentle progression of spiritual evolution. Remember, Pisces rules the 12th house of unconscious. So if you’ve dreamed of astral travelling to somewhere exotic then grab the next gondola and start paddling – make sure you include music and a healthy feast.

Uranus planet of unexpected intervention pops into our subconscious novel this morning. The Tower represents our values and beliefs – the lightning bolts are the taunts from others. The damage is measured by our response.

The Star doesn’t really care about the opinions or attitudes of others. She (Venus) is only concerned with seeing the positive in situations. She holds a mirror at our hearts and asks, so child what do you see?

The Emperor encourages us to achieve the goals we’ve always dreamed of – take them from the day-dream category and plug into those action verbs. I can do this/that – I am a winner!

In short, deflect the misery or opinions of the negative cult that dwell in the midlands of Nirvana. Remain focussed on your goals and you will reach the summit with pride as your ally.

Love, Peace and Harmony,

Julia Ashton-Sayers

Ancestor of Exile

Reconnection, return, restoration of family or nation, strength in time of loss, a new direction home

My room is ablaze with rainbows just as I begin to write in my journal this morning. Coincidently we encounter the Ancestor of Exile as we approach the new moon. Why do I see the correlation? Well, I see the New Moon as a time of releasing negative aspects from your life. This commitment takes strength and then the arduous task of reconnection to self or restoration of self as the next step in your commitment for a better life.

We are now in a prime position to reconnect with our vision for a healthier future – the cosmos is in a position to support our desire to work smarter, have a better work/life balance, eat healthier, drink more waters, honour your body and be deliberate in your well being.

At 8:29pm AEST the Universe offers the fertile soil for you to plant your seeds of desire for the coming month/s. Can I suggest that you harness this desire and structure it into logical stages of practical steps? This Virgonian philosophy will support your reconnection to yourself.

The numerological aspect of the day plays out in terms of reconnection and relationship building. It’s a number two day. The new phase began yesterday and now we enter into agreement with ourselves or others to make our relationship balanced and a positive experience. We are now officially in a new phase and this is the time to make good the promises of a new era.

Temperance is the first card in the major arcana this morning. This Angel is a shinning example of the strategic focus for our life plan. She is poised and relates most eloquently regarding the big picture overview. Sure the chaos may be churning below but Temperance keeps us focused on our long term objectives.

The Hermit shines his golden lantern on our path. He is focused and forthright. He highlights the practical paces along a ramshackle path. The Hermit highlights the importance of a healthier existence. Take heart and refine your actions – walk carefully through the minefield of distractions.

The Lovers represent balance and harmony. These characteristics must be maintained with yourself before you can share them with a significant other. Once you integrate them into your being you are ready to share them with another person and eventually take these qualities to the world.

Love, Peace and Harmony – people – is there any other way?

Julia Ashton-Sayers

Ancestor of Protection

Strength, guardianship, fearlessness, the ability to help others, the feeling of protectiveness, one who walks at your side in the time of need

Here in the cave we encounter one of my strongest links to my belief system. In my view, Ancestors are not just relatives we’ve connected with in this lifetime they are the family or tribe who have accompanied us throughout many life times.

Ancestors have been soul mates, family members or even beings such as animals that have joined us our soul evolution throughout many incarnations. For example my dog Jasmine was a wolf when I lived an Indian incarnation. In this life I was the daughter of a shaman, white feather. Actually my dog and I are psychically connected and she still acts as if she is a wolf.

It’s a 10/1 day so endings and beginnings are prominent. I feel that the three week deliberation on who will govern Australia will end today. Therefore we will enjoy a new phase – a Prime Minister who will govern our country from this auspicious phase in the numerological cycle. My intuition says it will be Julia by a vote – but we will have to wait and see.

I feel excited about this phase as we are about to step into the dark side of the New Moon. The New Moon in Virgo tomorrow will offer us an opportunity to plant seeds in the cosmic flower bed for the plantations of the future.

The Moon in readiness for this fertile phase has moved into Virgo from the grandiose spectacular; spectacular Leo phase. The Virgo lunation focuses our attention on health and work.

Our subconscious story board reveals a history of power struggles and overcoming fear with the elixir of wisdom and love.

Death appears first as an ending or closure to an important growth phase. This icon aligns with the key message of the 10/1 numerological vibe.

The Devil represents freedom from oppression and pain or overcoming the fear of liberation. How will our life change if we confront our fears and choose to move outside our comfort zone?

The Hierophant offers wise counsel and support – reaching out to us, recognising our wounded souls and touching us in the secret caverns of our heart and mind.

The Emperor rallies our spirit and motivates us toward our next goal or the next fence to climb.

These mythical icons come into our lives through a process called synchronicity. They represent the voices of our Ancestors of Protection and they are here to guide and support us throughout our journey.

We are never alone.

Love, Peace and Harmony,

Julia Ashton-Sayers

NB: Just heard that Julia Gillard is our new Prime Minister – well done Goddess – I am certain that you lead us into a period of transformation and change.

Ancestor of Boundaries

Human strength, courage, resolve, recognising your own boundaries and those of others, protecting your own space, acknowledging your areas of strength

The Moon in Leo offers a delightful start to the new working week. Life is so hectic some times it is lovely when we can have some play and fun. Indulge your creativity and colour your world with the prettiest crayons in your toolbox.

We’ve talked about your toolbox – right? The toolbox is filled with the essential tools for you to create the perfect life. They may include and not limited to: a positive attitude, focused intention, a great sense of humour, a buoyant spirit, and of course the ability to set and maintain boundaries.

The Ancestor of boundaries has appeared in the Shaman’s oracle today. You may ask, “What are boundaries?” Boundaries are like invisible fences we place around ourselves to ensure that we are protected from disrespect or people imposing upon our good nature. The Ancestor of Boundaries reminds us of the human strength and courage required to move along our path of intention.

Can I suggest that you may set boundaries in an authentic conversation such as: yes, I like this or no I don’t like that – lay the foundation of respect with pavers that are forged out of self-awareness and self-love. Remember, we teach people how to treat us – boundary setting will guarantee you have an equal partnership in any relationship. If they step over the boundaries then you need to maintain your boundaries immediately. Don’t wait until you build up resentment or anger.

The major morning reveals: The Start of hope and optimism – look above the spites on the horizon and seek out the angel of inspiration. The glimmer and glamour of the star impresses us all with her focused mindset on achieving her goals.

The Sun- radiant attitudes will win over your opposition – stay positive and focused.

The High Priestess is wise and resourceful. Her elegant deliberation will keep your posted and ready for action.

The Wheel of Fortune exudes joy and abundance. There’s plenty to go around.

It’s a number nine day of conclusion and resolution. Will we see an end to our political strangle-hold? I don’t know – I’d rather see the resolution when Mercury turns direct – but can we wait that long? The New Moon is fast approaching – have you got your wishes ready? Mine are vibrating excitedly just outside the planter box.

Love, Peace and Harmony,

Julia Ashton-Sayers

Spirit of Illusion

Presence of false images, distractions, truth that pieces superficiality, return to reality, recognising true friends, acknowledging illusion

The Moon is in flamboyant Leo today – the cosmic vibes with crackle inspiration. Sure the Virgo Sun keeps our feet on the ground but the Moon wants us to dance to the rhythm of our own heart.

I love days like these when we cn begin to inject some folly and creativity into the day. It’s a good day to go with the rhythm of life – it’s a powerful beat.

Yesterday was pretty darn awesome. There were some spectacular moments – it was great to see my brother and sister. But it was even more wonderful to see my Mum celebrate a warm and loving birthday.

We were all focused on making the day memorable and very special for her – it was a delight. I had so much fun and enjoyment making her day brilliant – it really highlighted the true meaning of family.

Our journey of the cave has revealed an interesting image – the spirit of illusion. The picture on the cave is fantastic – you should really buy this deck – the cards are enchanting.

Anyway, the message is rather confusing don’t you think? We are warned to be aware of illusions but it’s also an end to illusion. I don’t know is illusion a good or a bad thing? Some people look in the mirror and see a slim and svelte body and yet they are pushing every button to its limit. While others see a fat body and are struggling to stay alive with an eating disorder. Illusion/delusion – an interesting concept.

It’s a number eight day of balance and harmony. We are at the part of the numerological cycle where the fruit is ripe on the vine and is ready to pick. Plumb projects have come to fruition and we anticipate a new phase of the numerological cycle.

Pictures of our subconscious reveal a glorious short story. Temperance the card of the higher mind takes us on a journey – we encounter Gaia the Earth Mother and she advises that a new phase is in the wings – Strength suggests courage and patience – the best is yet to come – don’t rush the arrival as it must happen in the perfect moment.

Illusion – perhaps? Or is it hope that life will get better? Hope is intangible but necessary to our survival, don’t you think? Sure bring an end to the false images and distractions and seek the counsel of true friends. It is the thread that weaves into the fabric of the meaning of life.

Love, Peace and Harmony,

Julia Ashton-Sayers

Spirit of Family

Resolution in time of conflict, seeking the support of family members, relative’s lost and found, sense of community, importance of the spiritual family

Ironically, our Saturday will be filled with family. We are driving to Sydney to reconnection with family – celebrating my Mum’s birthday today and then tomorrow going to the Christening of my youngest granddaughter.

This card this morning illuminates this journey back to family – it is not that my family connections are lost they are a stretched somewhat. The bonds are there and are maintained with regular visits, telephone calls and the internet – emails etc.

I miss my family everyday however their unique and wonderful spirit fills my life with their words, faces, pictures of them that flash past on my digital photo frames. Sure we are disconnected geographically but never spiritually or emotionally. In essence, I thrive on these little tasters until my mission is complete here in Canberra.

It’s a rainy Cancerian moon day. She is emotional sensitive and nurturing – perhaps a little crabby at times. But hey are we all?

The Watery Cancerian energies blend nicely with the earthy Sun in Virgo. It should be quite a compatible ay ad a nice day for the family to reconnect.

A number seven day takes us on an inward journey – we need to take time out to reflect on the previous six stages of the numerological cycle. It has been a tad confusing and even a little frustrating over the past six days – but what have we learned? Have we established our place in the world? Should we put in a book mark and revise this chapter or should we just move on?

Our morning reading reveals a lovely short story. Primarily it is of the power and passion of transformation.

The Devil – relinquishes the bonds of oppression and moving toward an empowered future.

The High Priestess – ensures clarity and the visceral tenacity to stay with the task at hand. If you want transformation then leave the baggage in Hades. Wisdom born of pain is the regal route and you exit voucher out of hell.

The Empress is grounded in the expectations of her role. She knows about sacrifice and grieving and she is also painfully aware that she must move on toward a new season. When the shift has shattered her perceived femininity it’s time to grunt and groan and release the after birth.

On one hand she has endured the rigor of labour and the torment has been surmounted. On the other side she presents as the exquisite feminie Goddess – pristine in her appearance and ready to seduce the next phase into existence. She represents the ultimate feminie archetype. We are all connected to her spirit. Are we remarkable?

Love, Peace and Harmony,

Julia Ashton-Sayers

Shaman of Birth

New Life, New directions and ideas, rebirth of dreams, fulfilment, encouraging new approaches to problems for the moment, future life-lines

Don’t you just love synchronicity and or the flow of the Universe? Well, yesterday we had the Spirit of Destruction and today we have the Shaman of Birth. Sort of flows together nicely, doesn’t it?

We slept in this morning – don’t know why but both of us slept through the alarm. We both feel a little on edge because we are now running behind schedule.

Although, the sound of the wind chimes outside my window plus the joy of sunlight streaming through my window is very seductive and are encouraging me to linger and enjoy this sacred conversation between my soul and my journal.

Do you ever have a sense of excitement brewing in your gut? You are not sure why you anticipate that something wonderful is going to happen – you just know that there is something especially delicious right around the corner. Well, I have feeling/sense today – I am not sure what it is about but I am as curious as a kitten with a ball of string.

I can feel it building almost to the point of blocking the flow of words from my consciousness down through my pen onto the page – its excitement and it is intoxicating.

The Moon is in her natal house – haa she is at home in Cancer. Yes this is her ruler and she is happy and comfortable. She is also linking with Mercury (Virgo – retrograde) so expressing your emotions today could be a little dicey. You may start with good intention but make sure you have a solid floor plan before you step in something sticky and uncomfortable. Can I suggest that you incorporate a little levity into your conversations?

It’s a number six day of commitment and our story board is creative and innovative. The Moon insists upon experiencing our unique self through projects that align with our soul evolution.

The Wheel of Fortune is supportive of the creative process – however there seems to be some instability as the energy pumps through our vortex of creativity.

Fortunately we have Justice as our rational intuitive to ensure that we keep focused and have a balanced perspective.

On that note, I’d better get up and get moving – off to work to pay for this creative indulgence.

Love, Peace and Harmony,

Julia Ashton-Sayers

Spirit of Destruction

Destruction of damaging emotions, freedom leading to calm, anger, frustration, power, lust and power regained, annihilation of Spiritual blockages – of letting go

Our cave guide sounds pretty ominous today. Well, the initial perspective can be deceiving because this spirit is not focussed on negativity rather shedding the negative emotional blockages from our lives.

I can see how this spirit will facilitate the relevant changes and I am totally aligned with it’s presence in our reading today.

The Sun connects to the North Node today so we may feel that our life is governed by a cosmic controller –while I believe we all have free will there is a part of me that recognises the possibility that our lives are pulled toward a significant and unique destiny.

This destiny link can be interpreted by our North Node or Dragon’s Head. Mine is in Capricorn in the fifth house so here I am writing my journal and publishing eBooks (www.jestacom.biz/newsite ).

My recent research into Paul McCartney’s chart has revealed that his North Node is in Virgo and I believe that is one of the reasons why he promotes, “Meat free Mondays” and vegetables are best. We all have our role to play in this Earth School.

The Moon is in Gemini and I love it when she comes back home to my lunar haven. I adore having a Gemini Moon as it assists with processing (analysing and compartmentalising) my emotions. This airy Moon sign supports my role as a transformational counsellor. Sure, I get all of the deep dark Scorponic delving and duck diving but the Gemini Moon floats my boat ensuring that I pop to the surface to take a breath.

Our subconscious revelations are positively dreamy today. The Sun in all his glory is beaming his brilliance over a vibrant landscape.

By the way, have I told you that my gorgeous is blooming gorgeous at the moment? Spring magic has come to visit and I am so proud of how Mother Earth has rewarded all of my hard work over the past few months. Sure she has been napping but the weeds invade the beauty of the shrubs and plants.

Anyway, Venus is the Star and she reminds us of our inner Diva – shine your light brilliantly in the world Goddess!

Prometheus is going with the flow and even though his messages are predominantly about self-sacrifice I am not willing to follow him into the mindset. Instead, let’s rebel and have a splurge on our senses. What about a massage or a facial – yes, that is more like it – see you tomorrow!

Love, Peace and Harmony,

Julia Ashton-Sayers

Ancestor of Knowing

Clear sightedness, the gift of transcendence, knowledge of understanding, warrior insight

This morning I got back on the scales. Yes, reality is the aim and with the Moon in my natal sign of Gemini I felt it was the right time to face the facts.

I was pleased with the result considering- considering I broke my diet numerous times in Sydney and have not weight myself for a few weeks. I am back on program and rearing to go. I’d forgotten about the thrill of accomplishment and this feeling has propelled me toward my weight loss goal.

Okay enough about me – how are you? What is happening in your world? A pinch and a punch for the first day of the month – yes it is the first day of a new month – how exciting? It is also the first day of spring in Australia.

On the numerological scale it is a number four day. It is a good day to lay foundations for the future – be mindful of the structure we are putting in place – will it stand the test of time or the winds of change?

Judgement encourages facing your truths – yes reality checks and documenting your progress. It’s okay to live in denial for a while but we have to come out and face the truth sooner or later – the clock is ticking – Father Time is waiting. Chronos lives in this realm and he will not allow us to escape from the responsibility of truth or dare.

The Chariot is a powerful force of change picking us up from where we are and taking us to the fork in the road. We have control of the reigns – it’s our choice; our journey and our destiny. Don’t be frightened to take the high road.

The Wheel of Fortune is a fantastic ride – the wheel has been spinning and we are waiting for the prize. We all get a prize – but are it to our liking? This Jupiter-ruled card feels as if the choice is out of our control to – in reality we have the choice – either to embrace the gift or reject it. Each life lesson is a gift – grab it with both hands and relish the learning.

My hand reaches out to the Ancestor of Knowing. I am guided by the Divine Presence. There are many stages of learning – a curriculum spanning a lifetime of lessons. Where to from here? Do you want to join me?

Love, Peace and Harmony,

Julia Ashton-Sayers

Shaman of Sorrows

Restoration of hope, finding balance, acceptance acknowledging the place of sorrow in life, hopeful memory, resignation, mourning

Interestingly or shall I say, “Intuitively” our three major arcana cards for today mirror or support the messages of the Shaman of Sorrows. They are the Sun, The Devil, Death and Strength.

The Sun represents hope.

The Devil supports us as we transcend sorrowful thoughts.

Death represents mourning.

And finally, Strength offers the courage to continue.

So, what I am seeing is synchronicity at its best!

It’s a number six day which relates to commitment and responsibility. The unstable energy of the five day yesterday has now passed and we are required to pick up the remanets of the changing threads and weave them into a shawl of empowerment. This act requires considerable competence and dexterity.

The Moon is her practical and posed self in the sign of Taurus. I guess we tend to underestimate the Taurus moon and predominately align her as pragmatic. There is so much more to this second house ruler. Taurus is ruled by Venus the planet of love and money so balancing our cheque books or setting financial plans are predominate in this earthy phase.

The Moon opposes Neptune the planet of mystery. There could be a little bit of confusion with this alignment. Fantasy and illusion are stifled against the backdrop of practicality. It is not a day to enter into a contract. Instead wait until the fog lifts and then sign on the dotted line. I would not suggest you sign any contracts while Mercury is still retrograde. If you do however, this action could herald your exit clause or give you an opportunity to rethink your commitment.

Most of deliberately avoid sorrow well why wouldn’t we? I ask you? And yet sometimes life presents us with the choice of separating from what is not healthy or what has served its purpose in our lives.

Don’t be afraid to face the Shaman of Sorrows as his guidance will take you through the minefield of grief and disappointment. Our journey depends upon the courage to face our truths and face the dark night of the soul with strength and hope. The summit is self-actualisation – strap on your boots and hike with me!

Love, Peace and Harmony,

Julia Ashton-Sayers

Spirit of Initiation

Awareness, strength, enlightenment, the gift of vision, the path of transcendence, access to inner wisdom, welcoming transformation

The Spirit of Initiation takes us through the various stages of change. This concept is symbolic of the numerological vibe for today. A number five day encourages change as we move toward our higher ideals.

There is an earthy feel to today – the Moon is in Taurus which links nicely with Mercury in Virgo. This alignment bodes well for practical discussions and pragmatic outcomes. Of course the Sun is in Virgo so there may be a little fussiness or at least an attention to detail. Personally, I like this earthy energy as it is very grounding for an emotional water sign like me.

Like attracts like is a common theme in esoteric circles – our subconscious icons resemble the earthy pitch for the day. The trio of cards in front of me read: Past – The Hermit; Present – The Devil and Future – The Hierophant. Each card is ruled by an earth sign.

For example; The Hermit is Virgo ruled – our sixth house occupant. The Hermit is cautious and mindful of his progress through the outcrop of our daily journey. Watch your step and don’t react or at least don’t over react – take your time and focus on the golden lantern of truth.

The Devil is Capricorn ruled – he resides in the 10th house of career and public appearances. His posses’ ambition and focused drive toward his goals and outcomes. The Devil is a great motivator if you’ve been lazy or thrown off balance by the recent hailstorm from the cosmos.

Some people fear this card instead I would suggest that there is a light and dark side to everything in the Universe. We can live in either side or embrace either side. Of course we have free will and we can choose our perspectives of each lesson here in earth school.

We are human – although some may say we are spiritual beings having a human experience – I think that depends on your individual perspective. Being human comes with a payload of emotions. Some of these emotions dwell in the base chakra and some are direct from the heart. The channel depends upon the circumstances and how we feel about situations. For example, if your family was threatened or you may be notified that you’ve just lost your job this is the base or root chakra – our primal centre and we may feel fear, anger and other dark emotions. On the other hand, when we fall in love our emotions flow from the heart and this energy is much more soft and warm.

The Hierophant is Taurean ruled and the final earth sign for the day. The Hierophant represents the wounded healer – through our emotional wounds the residue is compassion and empathy. We gain insight and begin to heal or choose to heal others. I guess you could call this, “healing from experience”.

Each situation, challenge or experience is an opportunity to heal or dare I say – not to heal – once again the choice is yours. The Spirit of Initiation lives and takes us on a journey of transformation through the corridors of self awareness and love – do you want to join me?

Love, Peace and Harmony,

Julia Ashton-Sayers

Dancer of Reconciliation

Balance restored, anger dissolved, restitution of wrongs, inner certainty, resolving doubt and confusion. Strengthen bonds, brings harmony, peace-making

Waking up early today is not my idea of a restful Sunday morning. Although, I did go to bed early last night so, I guess it balances out.

Yesterday was frantic. I unpacked my suitcases, washed, ironed and put clothes away – I even squeezed in a little gardening time – just to get grounded. Fortunately, my gorgeous husband had the foresight and good grace to irons his shirts and do the weekly grocery shopping.

Today the Sun is making a grand entrance through my window and around the room. I have been reflecting on some of the past three weeks and the energy I’ve consumed from listening to motivational self-development speakers and reading inspirational books. How do I condense it all? And how can I integrate this potent energy into my life? My well being and is craving the ingredients from these magical moments.

I like the key messages of the Dancer of Reconciliation, don’t you? I want to sip every word and taste the meaning – allow it to swirl around in my consciousness and close my eyes and imbue my soul with its infusion. The fact that there is a possibility of balance restored is intoxicating and I am sure that we can all appreciate the influx of harmony can’t we?

From the etchings of the cave walls we can formulate a plan and build a path to solid ground. The essence of a number four day is building the foundation required to move us toward a new a brilliant future.

Our subconscious offers the support structure with the optimism of the Sun; cooperation of the Lovers and the brute force and strength of the Devil and finally the penultimate moment of gratitude from the Empress.

This subconscious story board relays the messages and meaning for the moment. On the contrary, life is always shifting, evolving and changing directions this constant movement can be demanding. We owe it to ourselves to stop the kaleidoscope of images and seem reconciliation with the Divine. Do not doubt your Divinity – honour it –explore it and allow it to flow through you!

Love, Peace and Harmony,

Julia Ashton-Sayers

Dancer of Life

Energy, fertility, hope, celebration, joy in all things, living in the now, entering into awareness, soul endurance respect for others, endless possibilities

Home at last! – Thank the Goddess I am home at last!

Last night I left Sydney and flew home – it was the finale to an exhausting day. I woke at 5am to ensure that I wrote in my journal and complete packing and preparing to move out of the apartment. I had arranged to meet my colleague downstairs for a 7:15am check out. It was gruelling and at the end of the day I was tired and annoyed.

Unfortunately I was booked on a late flight out of Sydney and my Qantas Customer Service agent was not very helpful – or approachable about changing my flight to an earlier one.

In the past couple of years my colleague had negotiated a Qantas Club membership and was not only greeted with a smile and a Mr. this or that but was able to negotiate an earlier flight. In the meantime he was able to smooze with other patrons in the QC lounge.

In the meantime, I met up with some of my students from the course and we gathered at plastic tables and chairs in a cafeteria setting.

At this stage I was quite miffed and tired and the divide between the haves and the have-nots was blatant. As you know inequality lurks as a demon within me and it taunts my sense of justice and fair play.

While sitting with my students I rationalised the sequence of events and while he joined us and then began to taunt us with his ticket to “special treatment” I began to deconstruct the story that had played out.

First of all – good on him – then I thought – well it is only an hour and at the end of a three week commitment what is an hour – plus I have an opportunity to get to know people just that little bit better. Finally, I reached the pinnacle with a “so what?”

At the end of the journey I shared a cab with ome of my young students and fulfilled a promise I had made with her manager to look after her and make sure that she got home safe – a great conclusion to a stressful and emotional day.

Our subconscious highlights this story with: The World – a finale to a journey or life event. Beneficial lessons have been learned and ripe fruit – “awareness” is ready to pluck from the vine.

Death herealds the ending of an adventure – a major life phase. The full stop allows us to take a breath and grieve the loss of a concept or a chapter. Allow yourself to release the emotional baggage around this loss – it is important to let it go so you don’t continue to carry the excess baggage with you from trip to trip.

The Wheel of Fortune is the bounty of experiences gained when you become the dancer of life. Move to the beat of your own song and you will be set free!

NB: Last Sunday night my husband sat with Wayne Dyer at the airport. It was in a public gallery and as they waited for their Virgin flights. Dr. Dyer was sitting in a public gallery relaxing and was totally approachable. My husband was so impressed that he spoke to him in a calm and gracious manner. He knew that Dr. Dyer had just invested a great deal of his energy in the “I can do it!” conference. Dr. Dyer was polite and friendly and not in a segregated lounge. Interesting, isn’t it?

Love, Peace and Harmony,

Julia Ashton-Sayers

Dancer of Friendship

Strength in unity, fellow journeys, allies, new directions, advice and trust, community, companionship, like-mindedness, honesty

The Dancer of Friendship appeared as a reminder of the friends I’ve made over the past three weeks.

From previous workplace experience I’ve not connected as strongly as I have over this intense program. I suppose we have revealed a great deal of ourselves such as: values, beliefs, likes, dislikes, laughs and frustrations. I care very deeply about these people and their individual needs and career expectations. I am mindful of their dreams and I wish them all the very best in the pursuit of their career desires.

Collaboration and consultation is evidence in a two day- the energies of the day support the dance of friendship. Yesterday we started the day with endings and beginnings and now we pick up the new thread and seek to weave it into our new section of the tapestry.

The Aries Moon is here- Aries ignites the spark to move us forward – we are out of our comfort zone and a “can do” attitude is rife. Now, let’s capitalise on this energy and channel it into our intention.

Now, let’s take a minute and discuss this “power intention” a little more closely. We’ve been walking around in a Neptunian fog since the Pisces Full Moon this week. In some respects we are still a little haze. Our eyes have been shaded with the mystical film. The Aires Moon gives us a sudden jolt and inspires us into reality. Finally, with the Sun in Virgo we can perceive this ignition from a practical perspective.

Our subconscious is up for the ride with the Chariot belting down the road the stallions pull us in two directions – whoa there horsies! We have the reigns so which direction is entirely up to us.

The Devil is the power-broker delivery a tonne of intention. Snap on your tool belt and choose carefully – will it be the sledge hammer or will it be the jigsaw cutter? Design the layout for your future by your hearts desire.

Ahh- nice – let’s finish with the Star – twinkle; twinkle – little star how I wonder what you are – apparently Mozart wrote that score when he was three years old. What an amazing and creative talent?

You do realise however that his energy is still drifting around the Universe ready for us to engage with or tap into. How will you utilise this brilliant and vibrant energy?

The Gift of Friendship is also a powerful source – where would we be without our friends? We all benefit in a friendship relationship - allow the flow of friendship drift around you and take you toward a new destination.

Love, Peace and Harmony,

Julia Ashton-Sayers

Dancer of Joy

Delight, awareness, hope, happiness, transformation, lightness of being, inclination toward light, Divine Presence, experience pleasure, acknowledgement of Truth

This morning as I was making my morning brew Santana’s song was on the radio you know that one, “don’t forget about me” – can’t remember the title – not important anyway. Well, I started wiggling around and then started to dance and thought – oups what if someone is watching me and then I thought – so what! I am expressing my Divinity – my joy – why shouldn’t I dance, groove or delight in the moment of being alive.

After making my brew I came back to bed and drew our oracle card of the day and you guessed it – I intuitively chose, Dancer of Joy! Do I need to say more? Do I need to ask you – are you expressing your joy?

One of the fabulous, fun and highly motivational speakers from the weekend was Sonia Choquette – her website is: http://www.soniachoquette.com/ And she got us up (yes the whole audience) and encouraged is to express our Divinity. She maintains that if you start the day with the dance of joy – then you will transform your life – agree? Well, let’s see!

Yes, i know that the cosmos has been heavy – we’re had Mars and Pluto kick boxing one another and Saturn and Pluto is grunting under the pressure of a head lock – we are just coming out of an intense full moon and now Mercury is retrograde, but hey – let’s just toss that pressure aside – and get off your bootie and dance. Engage with the Dancer of Joy – it is our rite of passage to a new destination.

On the numbers side of the esoteric we are at the turnstiles of 10/1 day – so if you’ve been grumpy – don’t sit there and whine – move it; groove it, baby!

The Moon and Sun are holding hands in our subconscious – free up your soul with love, emotional well-being and creativity – open your heart to the golden energy of Apollo and allow it to infuse your soul with love, laughter and creativity.

The Tower is calling you to get out of your comfort zone and ride the erratic energy of the Uranian tsunami – snap out of and get moving. Haaa – take a breath – yes take a long deep breath – The Fool takes us on a new journey – a new adventure for your soul. Are you ready – well let’s go!

Love, Peace and Harmony,

Julia Ashton-Sayers