Has your week leading up to our Full Moon been a battle of "Gods & Demons?" I certainly felt the push and pull to the point of physical and mental exhaustion. Not surprising with all the forces of Gods and Demons at play in the heavens.
Our Full Moon lands in the Lunar Mansion of Uttara Ashada, "The Universal Star," and is presided over thirty-three core Universal Gods called "The Vishwadevas." They represent the collective powers of the heavens, united and working towards a common goal… the final victory of Gods over Demons occurring in the region of Uttara Ashada.
Most mystics, healers, or light-workers will tell you that every time they used their gifts for their own personal gain…it created the opposite effect. This is because they were entrusted with their gifts for the welfare of ALL.
This also applies to those in leadership positions; however, they may or may not be as conscious of their deeds or the consequences of their choices as those who choose a more spiritual path. Regardless, each scenario requires a level of discretion that comes from the ability to discern what is beyond one's own will and that of the greater good.
There's a process that happens in the brain when choosing between right and wrong, or shall we say "God & Demon." Perhaps you remember the cartoon "Tom & Jerry" where Tom, the cat, would be getting ready to cause harm to Jerry, and here would pop up "Godly Tom" on his shoulder and then "Devil Tom" on the other, creating a battle within.
This internal battle is not so simple. It's actually millions of streams of information that get separated into good and bad at the level of the amygdala and then sent to the pre-frontal cortex of the brain for discernment. The geek in me would love to overload you on this subject, but here's the tie-in to our Full Moon…the Vishwadevas control the brain cells! Meaning, the more time you can spend in activities that calm the mind and alleviate stress, the more you activate these cells, thereby transmuting darkness to light… guaranteeing you victory over your own internal demons!
Our Full Moon also reflects the good/evil contrast by landing between two planets Saturn & Pluto. These planets are considered malefic and demonic in nature; however, when we look at everything as energy, we can drop the distinction and make proper use of what's available. The energy of Saturn is of commitment, discipline, delays, and limitations. The energy of Pluto is plain and simple, essentially death and destruction.
While our minds may be disturbed leading up to the Full Moon, and its placement between these two energies, remember that the placement of the Moon is a guaranteed victory. Once past the destruction of Pluto, we can rest back in this stillness.
The Sun is still in opposition to Pluto, but the energy is subsiding from the destructive battle within or perhaps even with someone else challenging your sense of self.
This past week, Jupiter and Venus were also in tight opposition leading up to this Full Moon… creating another pair of "Gods & Demons." Jupiter as the advisor for the Gods and Venus as the advisor to Demons…translated into a battle between personal desires or greater good.
The good news for ALL of us is that Venus and Mars have both cleared the gandanta zone of Cancer/Leo. Mars is on fire and ready for action. Venus will still have to have her desire in check - she does not like being in the house of the Sun.
Lastly, Neptune and Mercury are trine to one another. Together, they create opportunities to sustain harmonious conversations externally and to move beyond the internal battles of good versus evil.
It is also noteworthy to mention the other deity that rules Uttara Ashada and that is the beloved Ganesha, "Lord of Beginnings" and "Remover of Obstacles." Uttara Ashadha, therefore, relates to all kinds of beginnings. Activities started under the positive influence of this nakshatra are blessed with success and permanence. New beginnings are always possible when we remove the barriers within, and Ganesha loves to help with both.
Whether you are a mystic, healer, light-worker, leader, or simply a "Tom" presented with decisions of good versus evil, remember that the choice is always ours alone to make. As we embrace this challenging Full Moon, may we be grateful for the ability to see the Gods & Demons that are at play - both internally and externally - and be guided by our prayers, actions, and wishes that good prevail for ALL.
Love & Wisdom
Sachi Janell
