Astrology Book Review: The Moon’s Nodes

The Moon's Nodes by Agneta Borstein

If you've ever wondered how Hindu mythology relates to your life, consider the astrological connection Agneta Borstein makes in her new book, The Moon's Nodes: Understanding the Dynamic Ties that Bind. Borstein's insights into human relationships and the growing pains of the soul come straight from the Vedic astrological tradition, where gods, goddesses and demons figure as nature forces in the form of planets and points that take an active role in our lives. As in all astrological systems, … [Read more...]

Druid Thoughts: The Art of Consent

Danaë by Gustav Klimt

Being able to give and withhold consent is an essential expression of self. In all aspects of life, being able to say yes or no, for our own reasons, is critically important for emotional well-being. If we cannot choose freely and for our own reasons, then our scope for manifesting spiritual values in daily life is sorely impaired. Worse yet, we leave ourselves open to misuse. It’s very easy to lose this essential art and not even notice it has gone. To know when to give or withhold calls for … [Read more...]