August 2024 - Buddhist Astrology

ARIES (March 21 – April 19)

This month the big thing is Mars and Jupiter in Gemini in a supportive aspect. To make it simple, although you are free of planets in your sign, you have good supportive energy, enthusiasm and willpower assisting you. Do what is necessary this month and if you do things well, they will be successful. If you have big projects, rely on assistance from others. Remember, we are totally interdependent. Use that to your advantage.

Aries Buddhists love to be motivators. As it says above, you can accomplish your tasks. If you have special projects, then ask for help from people who are capable.

TAURUS (April 20 May 20)
This month the Sun is square to Uranus in your sign for the first part of the month. If you are not mindful it could turn into anger. That is the main point with “Buddhist Astrology.” Your mindfulness and awareness play a huge role in your daily activity. If they are in place, then nothing can disturb your equilibrium. If you are not mindful then errors in judgment can cause problems.

Taurus Buddhists love to be grounded and practical. This month just be that – grounded and practical. Try to avoid impulsive activity. Think twice before you act.

GEMINI (May 21 – June 20)
This month you have great energy. Both enthusiasm and willpower are in your sign. That is Jupiter and Mars, and they are conjunct for the first week. The Sun and Mercury will be well aspected to your sign also. All your plans have huge support for success. Be a little careful of overreacting to obstacles. You have high octane gas in your system this month and you may wish to go a little faster than is useful.

Gemini Buddhists are quick on their intellectual feet. This month use your communication skills to invite people to help you. Friends and sangha members are there if you remember to ask.

CANCER (June 21 – July 22)
This month do anything you wish. There are no major planetary aspects to worry about. Remember, in Buddhist Astrology, your awareness and wisdom/compassion are the real creators of your situations. That is how you respond to situations. Therefore, go slowly and do not be ambitious. It is the summertime and so enjoy the weather and wait for a few months to do big projects.

Cancer Buddhists normally work with feelings. This month be mindful and practice in each moment. That is the life of the Buddha Dharma. If you are in a good mood all will be fine.

LEO (July 23 – August 22)
This month is the birthday month. Send gifts to your parents, they deserve them. The ritual of birthdays is all backwards. Our existence is due to the support from our parents and all those before them. Without parents we don’t have a rebirth. Show your respect and appreciation. Even if your parents are not nice, they still can receive a thank you. This month the Sun is in your sign giving you a lot of prestige. There are useful aspects in the last weeks with aspects from Jupiter and Mars. Excellent aspects for accomplishing big tasks. Be a little careful with your speech. Mercury is retrograde in Leo for a short time.

Leo Buddhists like to be motivators. This month you have lots of energy to express yourself, so be mindful of what you say. You will inspire the people you talk to, so inspire them carefully.

VIRGO (August 23 – September 22)

This month is the birthday month. Send gifts to your parents, they deserve them. The ritual of birthdays is all backwards. Our existence is due to the support from our parents and all those before them. Without parents we don’t have a rebirth. Show your respect and appreciation. Even if your parents are not nice, they still can receive a thank you. This month you have Mercury in your sign, and he will turn retrograde. Be careful of your intelligence and communication skills. You have a huge amount of intellectual energy that needs to be managed well. Slow down, breath in peace into each moment and you will do fine. If you are busy, be mindfully busy. It is a good month, just don’t run ahead of yourself.

Virgo Buddhists do things in an orderly manner. This month slowdown or you will feel very unsettled and busy without a focus.

LIBRA (September 23 – October 22)
This month are empty of planets but will have Jupiter and Mars well aspected in the last two weeks. That means a lot of power. So be mindful of your actions. They could overwhelm those around you. You are like a big vehicle moving quickly down a four-lane highway. There is a lot of power in and around you.

Libra Buddhists keep life in balance. This month motivate properly, and all will unfold perfectly.

SCORPIO (October 23 – November 21)
This month you may find yourself a little frustrated as the month starts. The reason is Uranus is opposite Scorpio. This can influence you to be scattered and unfocused. That is the main point you rely on “Buddhist Astrology.” Your mindfulness and awareness play a huge role in your daily activity. If they are in place, then nothing can disturb your equilibrium. If you are not mindful then errors in judgment can cause problems.

Scorpio Buddhists are passionate. This month do what I suggest above. There is not much else one can suggest. Samsara is samsara and unless you collect a mountain of good karma you will have ups and downs occasionally.

SAGITTARIUS (November 22 – December 21)
This month starts with lots of energy. Jupiter and Mars are opposite with a good aspect from the Sun to your sign. All your plans have huge support for success. Be careful of overreacting to obstacles though. The reason is you want things to go quickly. You have high octane gas in your system this month and you may wish to go a little faster than is useful.

Sagittarius Buddhists are inspired individuals. This month be full of good energy and share it with the world around you.

CAPRICORN (December 22 – January 19)

You are empty of planets but have some supportive aspects from Saturn and the Sun. That means being thoughtful and centered. I always like to emphasize that your awareness and wisdom play the main role in your success and happiness. This month exercise your wisdom and compassion. In each action realize that many factors of influence help create that moment. Therefore, if you live and express your wisdom and compassion you are bringing the best you can offer to everything you do. This helps things unfold perfectly.

Capricorn Buddhists reflect and contemplate decisions. This time take three deep and comfortable breaths before you decide to do something. Decisions will never be difficult if you center yourself first.

AQUARIUS (January 20 – February 18)
You are an intuitive center for the universe as Pluto is in your sign for ages. This month you may feel a little drawn or pulled by others who have power and influence. You are sensitive to them and what they say. Be careful and judge their words first before you act. You are a sociable person but not blind. You must make decisions that suit your needs and not that just please others.

Aquarius Buddhists are sociable beings. This month your gut intuition is good so enjoy it but also be aware of what influences are effecting you. You might end up in the wrong place at the wrong time because of not being mindful.

PISCES (February 19 – March 20)
This month you have the Sun and a retrograde Mercury opposite your sign. You must be careful of being reckless and making bad decisions. Slow down and check up periodically what your body, speech and mind are doing. Because Mercury is retrograde, your mind may feel scattered.

Pisces Buddhists are sensitive and introspective. This month’s energy is good with the Sun opposition but also a little overwhelming if you are not mindful, so use it skillfully.