About Astrology
The Sanskrit word for astrology is jyotisha, which means the “science
of light” referring to the lights in the sky. But is also
refers to the light of understanding. It is the science of understanding
the subtle influences that surround us all the time. Like yoga
and ayurveda, jyotisha helps us to link with the cosmic intelligence
of the universe. Quantum physics is beginning to understand the
interrelatedness of all things and reveals how events can have
influence even at great distances. Life on earth is completely
dependent on the Sun for it’s energy. As this great energy
source ebbs and wans throughout the year it surely affects life
here on earth. The affects of the Moon are seen not only on the
waters of the oceans, but the waters in our bodies. Is it that
unscientific to think that the planets may have a similar subtle
affect? Thousands of years of observation of the heavens have
shown the remarkable influences of these celestial bodies on
all aspects of our daily lives.
Vedic astrology, the astrology of India, is very tied to the
idea of karma. Karma is the philosophy that actions always result
in reactions unless these actions are done selflessly without
attachment to the outcome. We are born on this planet as the
result of karma generated in past lives. Your natal chart shows
what karmas we brought with us into this life. Luckily we are
not fated by the stars, only influenced by them. As we swim through
this sea of unseen influences, astrology warns us of rocks ahead
and gives us the vision to make the right decisions to make the
most of our accumulated karmas. Jyotisha also has various means
of ameliorating negative influences in ones chart. Spiritual
practices, color therapy and gemstones among others are means
of averting negative planetary influences or enhancing positive
ones.
Your birth chart is a map of your basic personality. It can
reveal your strengths and areas that may need more attention.
In this way we can talk about career options, what you are looking
for in a partner and what practices may be best for your spiritual
progress. With the birth information of your partner, we can
discuss the dynamics of your relationship, possible pitfalls
and ways to strengthen what is already good between you. By looking
at where the planets are today we can navigate through upcoming
events in the most productive way. You cannot change the weather,
but you can be more productive by preparing for the rain and
by taking full advantage of the sunny days.
Vedic Astrology vs Western Astrology
Vedic Astrology used the Zodiac belt as seen in the sky. This
is called the Sidereal Zodiac, and the placement of the planets
in you chart is based on which Zodiac sign the planet is actually
seen against. In Western Astrology, a symbolic Zodiac is used
which is based on the position of the Zodiac as it was 2000 years
ago. The Indians have been recording the movement of the stars
consistently over 4000 years and noticed that the constellations
have shifted over the centuries and they adjusts their calculations
accordingly. The result is a more accurate account of the sky
and hence a more accurate astrology reading.
What Can I Do For You?
Having an understanding of your natal chart (a map of the positions
of the planets at the time of birth) I can help you determine
your strengths so you can better plan you life. By being aware
of your strengthens we can determine a career choice, a life
change or a way to ride out lifes storms. I can also warn you
of possible frailties which can cause problems. But by knowing
about these problems, you are forearmed against them. My first
goal in any reading is to help you take maximum advantage this
life by fulfilling your lifes purpose.
Chart Comparisons
Through Vedic Astrology we can compare the natal charts of two
individuals and see what sort of dynamics will occur. Will you
be attracted to each other and why? Will you work as a team?
Will you get along at the office?
Other Services
In addition to reading your natal chart we can analyze your
present situation through several techniques including the current
positions of the planets (transits), where the planets were on
your last birthday (solar return) and a Vedic techniques call
dashas. What these do is give an understanding of what influences
are currently in your life to better see the path ahead.
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