Understanding Your Life Path with Astrology

I am taking a fantastic Astrology class this term with Demian Allan. It's a new world for me (I’d only been interested in my own natal chart LOL) and my book-nerdiness has me reading loads to catch up, even though technically, it's a Psychic Astrology class and we are supposed rely on our intuition to figure out how the planets feel in the signs. 

I think I now have a decent grasp of what the planets and houses represent, it's what happens when they are in motion that I'm curious about. Especially transits, where we study the current path of the planets and how the interact with our birth chart. A few weeks ago I discovered a website called Astrology Club that offers lots of free reports, and I've been checking my transits. Could they really correspond to my feelings, motivation and personal energy levels? Last month I was feeling unusually discouraged when transiting Mars (action) was in opposition to my Neptune (dreams), pushing me to be more pragmatic. To top it off Saturn and Neptune are squaring off in my natal chart too, it's kind of like walking a tight rope. 

Anyhooo, the theory is that transiting planets make short but powerful aspects to our charts. They push buttons and open doors for us, and when they are gone the effect disappears. What we call hard transits represent growing pains (squares and oppositions) whereas so-called positive transits (trines and sextiles) bring harmony, good luck and opportunities. The easiest way to get the hang of this is to check your transits and just get a feel for how they relate to your mood on a daily basis. I also found a great book called The Joy of the Zodiac, by Amanda Starr. It's a jewel of a book; small enough to fit in my purse so I can look at a friend's sign over coffee. This makes the process easier as I am not keen on memorizing it all. 

I had already heard of planets, houses and signs, so big surprise for me were progressed planets. The theory is that if we study the path of the planets through the houses and signs during our first few months of life, we can use that progression to forecast our personal evolution. So for example, when I was born, the Sun was at 26 degrees Aquarius (the zodiac is divided into twelve 30 degree slices) and it moved into Pisces on the fifth day of my life. The theory behind progressed planets takes each real day for a year, so my Progressed Sun moved into Pisces when I started kindergarten, essentially adding the sponge qualities of Pisces to my Aquarian nature. My Progressed Sun has spent the last thirty years in the same sign, which may explain why I have been so keen to understand what makes us tick on spiritual and psychological levels. Later this year my Progressed Sun will move into Aries, a sign of action, so in theory my focus should shift to doing something with the knowledge I have gained. We haven't discussed predictive astrology in class just yet, so keep your eyes peeled for an update!

Reiki hugs, 

Regina 

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Regina Chouza is an energy healer, angel medium and the author of A Personal Guide to Self-Healing, Cancer & Love and Chakra Healing & Magick. Blogging at Diary of a Psychic Healer since 2010, her passion is bringing the qualities of love, joy and empowerment to healing pursuits. Read her books to unlock your intuition. 

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Pope Francis Speaks up for the Environment

When I was a kid, our local church was on a hill near the ocean. The wall behind the altar was made of glass and through it we could see the sky, the trees, and birds, squirrels or even dogs running by. We were in nature without being exposed to the elements. Every Sunday I tuned out the priest (oops!) and took in the view instead. I don't know if I believe creationism but if I did, it would make more sense to meditate and pray in nature. I find that my intuition is louder when I'm sitting in a park, and energetically it also becomes very clear that we are all part of one living breathing ecosystem. 

Somehow we've lost sight of the fact that hurting the planet ultimately hurts us as much as it hurts the environment. This is why I was thrilled to read Pope Francis' Environmental Encyclical last week, an  open letter imploring all of us to take better care of the planet. He starts by referencing St Francis of Assisi, whose name he took, as a prime example of  respect for non-human lifeforms. Pope Francis also condemns the view that we own the Earth and have the right to pillage it's resources. We've been doing it for centuries without any thought for the consequences, which he also lays out:

Climate Change and Pollution: Here he highlights the damage that fossil fuels are doing to the environment and calls on our governments to look for other, sustainable sources that won't wreak havoc on the climate. He also mentions environmental toxins that make people sick and all of the trash that our society creates (though population control isn't mentioned). I think this point has to be tackled at a macroeconomic level although I wouldn't underestimate the voice of the public. It's a shared responsibility we all have, especially when we consider our consumption habits and "brand" loyalties. 

The Water Crisis: This is a hard one to wrap your head around, if you think that 70% of the surface area on the earth is water. Fresh drinking water can be hard to come by in some parts of the world, putting human survival at risk and also increasing the cost of our food supply. Also, growing up in California we were constantly told to be mindful of our water consumption because of the droughts. I learned to appreciate rain so much that living in drizzly London for five years felt like a dream.

Loss of Biodiversity: I'm a huge fan of Leonardo DiCaprio's Facebook Page, and even though I love his movies, it's the environmental posts that grabbed my attention. Elephants are in danger of extinction because of the illegal ivory trade, and a lot of that ivory finds it's way to the US through legal misdirection. We know and love elephants so we're moved to action, but as Pope Francis points out in his encyclical, there are plant and animal species that we're not even aware of, and they are likely being wiped out by commercial developments that affect our rainforests and oceans. We don't really know what the implications will be or how it will affect that "global equilibrium"  

Quality of Life: Our social structures are also affected when we deplete the earth's resources and build cities that grow into the tens of millions of residents without proper planning for water, transportation, clean air and waste management (especially common in developing nations).  I can attest to this as my hometown has more than 20 million inhabitants and being near one of the few parks is a huge privilege. We need fewer cars on the streets and better urban planning when it comes to new developments. Not being able to drink water without boiling it is also a hassle, so we buy twenty-gallon jugs instead. 

I don't know enough about sustainability but I'm keen to learn. So far Netflix and blogs have been my main source of inspiration. There's a great Ted Talk where the speaker starts by Googling "paradise" and he comes up with pristine nature scenes. There's a reason so many of us crave holidays on a remote beach or in the mountains. We have (or had) that, but our way of life is pushing that paradise further and further away. Spending time in nature can also be healing on so many levels and we are shooting ourselves in the foot by trampling our surroundings and pretending that nothing is wrong. 

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Regina Chouza is an energy healer, angel medium and the author of A Personal Guide to Self-Healing, Cancer & Love and Chakra Healing & Magick. Blogging at Diary of a Psychic Healer since 2010, her passion is bringing the qualities of love, joy and empowerment to healing pursuits. Read her books to unlock your intuition. 

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Archangel Ariel's Fertility Tips

A few weeks ago I met up with friends to give them Angel Readings - homework for my intuition class. The reading for Jenny, one of my pals, was enlightening and with her permission I would like to share it here. The word fertility came to mind before I got there, spelled out in big white blocks not unlike the decorations you'll see in a newborn's room. The theme wasn’t a surprise because I knew she and her husband want kids. However, we didn’t expect Archangel Ariel because she is usually linked to flowers and nature, whereas Archangels Gabriel and Raphael look after moms, children and pregnancies. Archangel Ariel's connection with Mother Earth means she is concerned with children, families & harmony. 

A Cosmic Adoption Process

It’s been said that we choose our parents based on our life purpose and the skills, handicaps or lessons that we are meant to overcome. During the reading, I got the feeling that harmony and "energy compatibility" will be deciding factors, and that when a soul is ready to be born they are placed in close proximity to potential moms and dads so they can feel their vibes. Our angels and guides shepherd the process (though logically I don't know how this relates to accidental or teenage pregnancies). I got the feeling that Jenny & Hubby were going through this process now and that they just had to be "patient, relaxed and happy" to keep their energy receptive. I also heard the word "conscious baby" but again, not sure what it means. Crystal or Indigo?

Energy Clearing and Balancing

I tend to sense Archangel Ariel’s energy as silver or pink light. It’s easier for us to sense her when we are sitting in a garden or a park: flowers, vegetation and even bees are part of her allure. Her first suggestion was for Jenny to sit in her garden and just ask for her energy field to be cleared of urban muck. The more stressed, hurried and cloudy our energy is; the less appealing it appears to spirit.

She suggested Jenny surround herself with light pink and orange: flowers, jewelry, crystals, clothing or cushions. The colors we wear leave a temporary imprint on our Aura. Pink has a soft, loving feel whereas a orange is linked with the Sacral Chakra (female reproductive organs and fertility) and a pastel orange would have a softer more appealing vibe than a bright orange. No need to do wall to wall pinks and oranges, just a few details here and there. Certain crystals also make the atmosphere more welcoming for the baby; Selenite and Rose Quartz stones have soft, loving vibrations. 

Ariel also suggested Jenny drink natural Rose Tea to clear her energy from the inside out, potentially using Reiki or Healing to activate the color healing aspect. 

The home environment could also be cleared once a week, to keep the vibes upbeat and happy. Music is great way to do this; listening to classical music balances and clear the Chakras as each musical note resonates with a specific chakra. Ultimately listen to music that you enjoy as like attracts like. 

Don’t Pick a Name Just Yet!

Names have a resonance and not everyone wants to be Richard or Anne (even if both are lovely names). Archangel Ariel suggested Jenny & Hubby keep their options open and receptive by waiting before choosing a name. If the first-born is going to be “so and so the third” they may have to wait for “so and so” to appear but otherwise, wait and let your intuition choose the baby’s true name.

Call on Your Joy Guides!

Sleepless nights may be just around the corner. Enjoy yourself, don't stress and let life run it's course. Archangel Ariel suggested that Jenny call on her Joy Guides to add an extra dose of laughter to their lives. We all have Joy Guides, they often look like kids even though they're old souls. If Jenny sensed a child like energy around her it could very well be her Guide - joyful and mischievous. 

Practice Detachment

The most consistent advice was for Jenny to practice the art of detachment. Being highly intuitive, she had already begun to sense new energy around her. Archangel Ariel suggested that she let the process follow it's course and that if this wasn't the "one" another would come along. Sometimes we can block ourselves by focusing too much on the experience we want to create. Ariel's parting advice was for Jenny to enjoy herself, clear herself and stay detached. 

It's worth mentioning that my logical side kicked in at the end and I suggested Jenny follow up with her doctor just to be sure there weren't any physical considerations to address. Readings aren't a substitute for medical care and there will always be other practical and physical elements to consider. 

On a side note, this reading also stood out because I got my first foreign language word. Towards the end of the reading, the message came back to the Cosmic Adoption Process and I got what I took to be a word in Spanish (aclimatizar) that I hardly ever use because I find it hard to pronounce. I mumbled my way through it, only to find out that it’s very close to the German word for the same concept. Jenny and Hubby are both German and intuitively, this "word" was their take on the matter. They were in a “climate testing” stage, getting to know each others energies, etc. The word served as confirmation for them. 

 

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Regina Chouza is an energy healer, angel medium and the author of A Personal Guide to Self-Healing, Cancer & Love and Chakra Healing & Magick. Blogging at Diary of a Psychic Healer since 2010, her passion is bringing the qualities of love, joy and empowerment to healing pursuits. Read her books to unlock your intuition. 

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My New Healing VLOG

So I have news! For a while now I have been toying with the idea of video blogging about healing and intuition. Not everyone likes to read and sometimes a short video is just quicker. But I'm a behind the scenes kind of gal (and this blog was anonymous for the longest time) so I'd been putting it off. No more! I recorded my first video yesterday: Connecting with Your Guardian Angel. It wasn't as awkward as I expected it to be, although I still feel weird looking at myself on the screen. I didn't have to think about my hair when I was just blogging, lol. Watch it here, and follow this link to OM Times Magazine for 7 Ways to Make Your Guardian Angel's Job Easier. The video only covers my first point in the article, good stuff! 

The second is a Color Healing Meditation from my book, A Personal Guide to Self-Healing, Cancer & Love. This is one of my favorite healing techniques. Our intuition speaks to us creatively, communicating with colors that we can interpret to heal and release stuck emotions or anxiety. Feel free to share this with others. You'll notice I used special effects, this was in part due to the crayon theme of the filter, and also because my eyes were a bit too puffy in the closeup. Video blogging still makes me feel a little self-conscious! I need to be careful next time and avoid ending with an awkward pose. So much to learn! ;-)

I am still in London for two more months studying angel channeling. Hopefully I'll have lots to talk about. My goal is to record a short video almost everyday until I get the hang of vlogging. For example, in the Color Healing Meditation I slipped up and referred to the Solar Plexus Chakra as the Sacral (my bad!). It's part of improvising but I hope it won't happen often. Anyhow, I am looking forward to this! Follow me on Youtube and wish me luck! If you have questions about Healing please shout, I'll try to address them. 

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Archangel Sandalphon: Nature, Music and Prayers

My latest class at The College of Psychic Studies is proving to be more fun than I expected, which says a lot because I have always loved angel intuition. This term we are preparing to give readings from stage (I am slightly terrified about giving readings in the auditorium next month...). 

We also get to prepare lectures for class, and today it was my turn to introduce Archangel Sandalphon, the Angel of Nature, Music and Prayer. Like Metatron, Sandy is one of two angels who is said to have had a human existence. That incarnation is now so ancient that he's transcended the identity of "Elijah" and would rather we connect with his energy as it is now. 

Archangel Sandalphon is known as the Guardian of Earth. He is associated with the lowermost realm on the Kabbalistic Tree of Life, which corresponds to the physical world and the form spirit takes whether its a tree or a human being. For the same reason is connected to Nature and we can work with Sandalphon to increase our awareness of spirit around us from a “oneness” point of view, but also the distinctive characteristics that can be found in particular herbs, plants, or people. We are carved from the same stone, but with unique functions.

Sandalphon also suggests that we use Nature as a gateway to connect with the Divine. We are that much closer to it. He can also help us embrace a grounded approach to spirituality so that we feel safe and loved in the world, we enjoy it while being aware of our spiritual nature and power. We can strengthen our connection to Nature and to Archangel Sandalphon through the Earth Star Chakra, located beneath our feet in the ground.

Sandy is said to be the prayer courier, taking our requests up to Heaven where they'll be taken care of. He can help us ground our energy and clear our mindfs so that we are able to hear the response, especially if the answer comes as intuitive guidance.  Read: 7 Ways to Make your Guardian Angel's Job Easier, via OM Times. The suggestions work with all angels =) 

The Angel of Music (and Nature)

Archangel Sandalphon is said to be the Patron of Music and initially, I was very curious about the connection between Music and Nature. A few months ago I attended a workshop on manifesting and creating with your Heart Chakra, and one piece of information made a huge impression. Musical notes are mathematically aligned with Nature through the ancestry of the male bee, and we can see it on a piano's white and black keys... 

This is how it works: a queen bee can give birth to a male bee all by herself, but to have a female babe bee, she needs a partner. As a result, male bees have only a mother whereas female bees have a mother and a father (weird, huh?) If we take a male bee and draw his family tree, the male to female ratio of the seventh generation mirrors the ratio of black (male) to white (female) keys on on a piano, considering one set of DO-RE-MI-FA-SO-LA-TI. Not only that, but the number of bees in each consecutive generation reflects the Fibonacci Sequence, a mathematical pattern that can be found over and over again in Nature (seashells, flowers, bees), referred to as God's Fingerprint. 

Finally, we also have seven Chakras, each resonating with a different note on the musical scale: DO for the Root Chakra, RE for the Sacral and so on. We can balance, heal and free our energy by listening to tunes that hit these notes. One of my blogger friends laughed when I mentioned this, because in theory, when we listen to classical music our chakras enjoy it more than we do LOL. I believe that art, music and emotions and are the language that the soul uses to talk to us, and we have the bees/maths to prove it too =) 

The Bees and Musical Keys

 via: Vibration and the Song of Life by Drunvalo

The real message was not about Fibonacci numbers or musical notes, but about the world's bee population, and Archangel Sandalphon was crystal clear on this point: bees are vital to our survival on this planet. They are responsible for cross pollinating most of the fruits and vegetables we eat. And yet, they are also dying off in alarming rates thanks to our negative influence on the planet. I find that the more we connect with Nature intuitively, the louder the message becomes whether it is saving the oceans or the bees and ultimately ourselves. 

Prayers and Special Requests

When I first connected with him, Archangel Sandalphon used the example of a waiter in a restaurant to explain his role. Sandy goes round each of the tables taking down orders and relaying them to the kitchen, though he can also give us a little guidance on what we might enjoy most. Let's say you want a new job and you're looking at the career section of the menu. We can ask him about a particular dish (an accounting job that we applied for) and Sandy can tell us "yes that's delicious" or maybe, he'll suggest that it's not worth the price - putting in weekends, added stress and possibly heart trouble. He can draw our attention to another option, which could be appetizing as well, though ultimately we rely on our intuition, our personal affinities and our cravings to choose it.

We will also have a better time it if we take the time to dialogue with our angels, instead of being distracted by modern life and the gadgets at our disposal. Let's switch off our phones and think about what we would like to order. There may be moments when we are sad or down and don't feel like eating, at these moments he suggests physical exercise to get our blood pumping again.

Another approach would be to specify what we crave emotionally, leaving it up to the cooks to send us the perfect dish. We can also personalize our requests but keep in mind that some dishes take longer to cook. If salmon isn't available, Sandalphon will be on hand to suggest alternatives. The more attention we pay to the waiter, the clearer our options and smoother the delivery. 

Archangel Sandalphon Meditation

And a wonderful song! =) 

 

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Regina Chouza is an energy healer, angel medium and the author of A Personal Guide to Self-Healing, Cancer & Love and Chakra Healing & Magick. Blogging at Diary of a Psychic Healer since 2010, her passion is bringing the qualities of love, joy and empowerment to healing pursuits. Read her books to unlock your intuition. 

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