Aquarius Papers - Global Astrology

Changing Unhelpful Feelings As We Move Into the New Age

by Robert Wilkinson

As I originally wrote about these two articles, these remind us we are Eternals riding the ever-changing waves of Earthly existence, and there’s really no need to sweat the small stuff. We have far more choice than we usually remember about how we can experience what's going on, and whether we're having a good time or not in the midst of the great uncertainty of our times.

Tibet

by Robert Wilkinson

Due to current events shaping our future and several well meaning comments concerning the brutality of the Chinese government against the semi-autonomous people of Tibet, I figured a place where people can post is needed. So here it is. If you want to weigh in on the subject, consider this an "open thread." Aum Mani Padme Hum.

Work

I'm taking a break from answering comments until Friday, since I have work to catch up on. I'll be checking in to see what's going on and delete spam. Ciao and mahalo!

Karmic Storm Zones and Changing Difficult Karmas to Good Future Karma

by Robert Wilkinson

In a recent post I noted there is a difference between types of karma. This article was originally written to offer ways of navigating the regular karmic storms that blow through our lives, whether those generated by our actions, the actions of another, or seeming "divine events" and "acts of God." There are many kinds of karma, though they all fall into one of two main groups. Knowing these can help explain why things happen as they do.

What Does The Void of Course Moon Mean?

by Robert Wilkinson

When the Moon is Void of Course (VOC) it means that it makes no more major aspects to other planets before it leaves a sign. It is a phenomenon of the transiting Moon, and there is a lot of controversy about what its influence is, and whether we should punt our lives and affairs during those times. It is said that nothing happens of note, and so is supposedly a good time for filing tax returns, but a bad time for getting nominated for the presidency.

Does Bad Luck Exist, and What Can We Do To Change Bad Karma?

by Robert Wilkinson

Every so often I get asked if there is such a thing as bad luck. The simple answer is yes and no. As for bad karma, we all know there is such a thing, but often have a hard time dealing with it, whether our own or another's. Today's article takes a new look at these things that seem to exist, from the angle that we have far more power to overcome and transmute bad luck and bad karma than we usually think.

Coping With The Grand Irrationality

by Robert Wilkinson

By now, most readers here are familiar with what I have termed "The Grand Irrationality." As you know, it is associated with the ongoing Neptune septile Pluto, with obsessions, compulsions, and widespread irrationality in the air for many years. Today we take a new look at ways to cope with this energy, and maybe even find ways to surf the waves with style, grace, humor, and adeptness.

Aptitude, Karma and Heredity

by Robert Wilkinson

If you've ever wondered why we are predisposed to certain traits, and why some in families do or do not share those traits with others in the family, then today's post may help you understand the subject from a wider point of view.

Astrology and Birth Skills - Are You An Initiator, Consolidator, or Distributor?

by Robert Wilkinson

In the Vedas, the Holy Books of India written in antiquity, it is said there are 3 gunas, or "tendencies." They are called Rajas, Tamas, and Sattvas, and manifest as modes or forces of operation. In Astrology, we know these forces as Cardinal, Fixed, and Mutable signs, where each plays its part in initiating, stabilizing, or distributing energy. Today we explore how these relate to our charts.

God The Mother, the 21st Century, and a View Beyond 2012

by Robert Wilkinson

In yesterday's article, I inferred that each century has 4 seasons of 25 years each, and that 2012 is merely the midpoint of Winter, with Spring approaching in 2025 when Pluto enters Aquarius. Each century has a unique quality, and today we'll explore some ways we can understand the larger sweep of history as we stand on the cusp of the future.

Is Free Speech and Commerce Endangered Internationally?

by Robert Wilkinson

Though not astrological, this is extremely important, and has international implications since it restricts free speech and commerce in Europe. Apparently the US government has shut down "Web sites owned by a British national operating via a Spanish travel agency" aimed at Europeans who want to visit Cuba. The NY Times article goes on to state "these days not even a judge is required for the U.S. government to censor online materials."

Some Thoughts About Karma

by Robert Wilkinson

I've been pondering some of the choices I've seen people make in the past, and are making in the present. Though I strive to find meaning or coherency in some of those choices, it still seems strange to me that people choose as they do, given the very wide range of possible responses to life, its challenges and promises. While I can write much off to conditioning, there also seems a larger karma is going on that is impelling some of the decisions that are peculiar to me. Not necessarily bad, but peculiar.