Ganesha'sNewJournalOnline
December 2007
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This month, my letter might be a little long. I am covering the main
themes which I believe are important for success in the next couple of
months. I am writing about Mars retrograde and what it means to you. I
am directing this information to those of you who are having anger
and forgiveness issues, or who feel exhausted. Listen to the planet of
energy. Please take the advice of the old warrior, and learn to slow
down and rest. You will need to find new definitions of the concept of
“rest and forgiveness.”  Going to this “state of rest” is a big struggle
for most people, but once you understand why you need to rest and
what forms of rest you can take, you will feel more hope. Without this
line of defense, the current line up of planets for December and
January could bring a climate of emotional problems and loss of
energy, because things may be pushing your buttons since November
16. This period lasts from Nov 16-January 31, 2008.
What is Mars and why should you rest?
Since before recorded history, people have felt that Mars was the
planet of war. It governs the signs of Aries and Scorpio. They marked
the regular pattern of the Mars retrograde phase, which comes up
every two years. This phase of Mar's cycle signifies rest and
forgiveness.
Those who use their heads can benefit from taking themselves off
line, taking a load off. Stop using so much effort to do unimportant
things. The true fighter is smart and cares about himself.
It will be a time to heal your energy systems. Take a vacation if you
are able. Time off work means more obligations to family and friends.
A vacation can be an energy disaster or a healing experience. The
God of war knew that he must take a break to mend the wounds
acquired in the latest two year campaign of effort and conquer and
competition. What makes you a superman? Great strength and great
power must be earned through proper rest. Stop killing yourself! Save
your strength to defeat your enemy, whether that enemy is within or
without. If you project anger, you are going to fail the test.
Coaching is available
If you are dealing with an Aries or a Scorpio, please give them this
article to read. If your sign is Aries or Scorpio, listen up. Mars is your
ruling planet, and you are subject to a downturn in energy every two
years. It is built into your sign. Please use your time of rest to relax
and release the anger you have built up for the last several months.
The forecast is most frustrating for those who want to push ahead, no
matter what. Don’t be a foolish Ramrod. You would not buy a pet or a
horse or a car during the retrograde of your ruler. You are risking
getting a lemon of a pet or a scooter that will never go as fast as it
should. You must listen to your planet when he says it is time to
forgive the people who are the triggers of your sometimes
monumental rages. You need to humanize yourself for those around
you. Consideration for others is a basic condition for success, yet
Aries and Scorpios want control. These two signs pursue vendettas
and keep rage going worse than any others. You need to know that
people will be grateful when you slow down and start listening for a
change. Cheer up, it is only for a couple of months. You can gain
back many of the people you offended with your impatience and
temper during the last couple of years.  Most important, you can rest
your own glandular system, which is constantly pumping out more
hormones than the average person.  True success involves cultivating
the qualities you normally lack. Your ruling planet has provided a
perfect cycle for your regeneration. However, it clashes with our
cultural values, which means that you don’t allow rest for yourself,
even as you provide security for others. Trust me,  I have spoken to
thousands of people during my career. I have tested my theories and
you may have confidence that I am right.  I will prove it to you during
the next couple of months. Call me to get on my coaching program for
Aries and Scorpio!
For all other signs, you may also consider a rest from the relentless
forms of over achievement we all seem to mindlessly pursue.
Ask Why About Effort
There are many forms of rest, and during the Mars retrograde you
need to be flexible and creative, and find ways to slow down the work
in daily life. Think of it as a spiritual practice, designed to keep you
focused on this issue to train yourself in awareness. You must rest,
because action is not supported. The stars counsel rest.
I have used this cycle to rest and regenerate my body, mind and
emotions. For example, I will often practice pretending I am retired. I
will spend a whole day play acting the joyful emotions of having time,
health and a sharp mind to pursue what I want. No effort is required to
believe that I should be free of drudgery and effort.
So much of the effort required in modern times is brought on by
mental resistance. During Mars retrograde, your mental resistance
can crumble, so you may become open to new ideas. One form of rest
is to desire peace and to seek it with God. You need not have enmity
with the Creator, as taught by churches. Your Creator loves you
unconditionally, and you can let down the defenses for now. A form of
rest is to stop resisting what is good for you.
Forms of Rest
How about not fulfilling other people’s expectations as a way of saving
energy? You  could eliminate much unneeded effort by dropping
observances of social events that drain your energy and don’t reward.
During Mars retrograde, you can rest socially.
How about letting the housework and yard work pile up? Your
neighbors may complain, but why do you try so hard? If you love the
plants, you may enjoy spending time with them, but housework? It
takes creativity to get some time for yourself. Mainly, you must
reassess anything that you would normally make an effort at doing.
If you wish to save money, make no effort to spend it during the 2 1/2
months of the Mars retrograde. Money can be spent on repairs,
supplies or anything necessary. However, can you think of ways to
stop pushing and rest now? An under functioning car might just keep
you home, and you will end up resting because you can’t go
anywhere! Rather than that scenario, the Guides say think about
taking time off from anything such as extra work and excess shopping.
By stopping the cascade of externally triggered actions, the warrior
finds out just who has been pulling his strings. He or She can return to
integrity, as you take back your emotional projections, judgments and  
disappointments from the past.
Rewards of resting
The rewards come with satisfying speed later, when you are ready to
act on your choices. Keep an eye on the time when Mars goes
direct, after Feb 1, 2008.
Is your sign Cancer? This is for you. Mars is retrograde in your sign
during November and December. You are going to feel like resting.
People who depend on you will have to be understanding, as your
adrenaline system could be showing stress. Consider that you may be
triggered and moody during the holidays. Please pull the plug on
things. Do not over-commit, and you will be the life of the party. Mars
has a hard time with the emotional energies of Cancer. It wants to be
dramatic and get attention like a big baby. Make sure this does not
describe you. If you are dealing with a Cancer, be patient, as they are
in a strange place, perhaps surrounded by symbolism of the past.
Forgiveness is the theme for all signs
During the retrograde of Mars, each of us will be presented with
opportunities to forgive. Here is a brief comment for each sign on how
to achieve peace for yourself while this pattern is in effect during
December and January.
Aries: Classic warrior, don’t be outer driven, be inner wise.  Rest and
sleep and heal.
Taurus: Don’t  try to interfere or take anyone’s burden. Decide what
truly needs your  effort.
Gemini: Don’t talk for a day, take a rest from talking with a solitary
trip. You  will enjoy your own company better than you think.
Cancer:  Don't take your old hurts out on people in your life now.  
The past is gone.
Leo: Think of the energy you will need later. Do not pursue your
desires now, however right you feel about it.
Virgo: You rationalize your busy schedule, but you will need to stop
making career effort for a couple of months, while other signs begin to
get moving again and catch up to you.
Libra: Take of your shoes and relax. Your place will survive the
holidays without too much cleaning.
Scorpio:  Proud protector, always vigilant, be inner wise and release
control at this time.
Sagittarius: Stop moving and take a break in a local scene for a
change. No wild crazy pursuit of your long lost love. Please.
Capricorn: Stop judging others because you have the same faults as
they do. Compassion is your key.
Aquarius: Stop rationalizing your emotions. Don’t freeze out the
loving people around you. Let go of old patterns.
Pisces: Take a familiar “surrender stance,” and don’t let yourself get
downhearted. Others will begin to shoulder their rightful share when
you stop trying  to do it for them.
Editor:
Lily Satterfield
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