Mayan Daily Insights

This month,September 2008, we have a full moon on the 15th followed by the equinox on the 22nd.  The seasons change without question, and each phase in our worldly cycle supports the life of the whole. 

How do we live our conscious lives with our self appointed perspective of importance, yet still be connected to the cycles of the world?  Does it matter what day it is?  Have we evolved beyond the pulsations of the planet, or are we still influenced by some greater force?

The moon is the fifth largest satellite in our solar system.  On September 15th we will have a full moon.  The full moon brings a reflection of the light into the darkness.  This months full moon begins on the day of six Ik, and carries us into the day of seven Akbal.  Both of these glyphs support inspiration and the bringing of light into the darkness.

The following week brings the equinox.  On September 22nd we have 13 Muluc.   This day is the end of a cycle, and brings us into this shift with grace.  The water seeks to flow, and will take whatever path it can in its never ending quest.  Our spiritual journey emulates the water as well, and we will seek the opportunity to flow in some way or another.   Can we choose whether it is graceful or bumpy?   We do treasure our self empowerment, and translate that into a need to control.  I think true success is found when we combine the forces of self motivation with the flow of our universal connection. 

In the space between the full moon and the equinox I will be leading the Healing Drum Retreat in Yelm, WA.  This event is affordable, filled with insight and tools for transition, and will be supported by three transitional energies:  Cimi, to break away from the old; Manik, to open the pathways; and lamat, to bring in greater clarity and expanded awareness.   This event is open to the public, and will be a fun weekend “getaway from the city and back to nature” event.  Registration is open, call 360-458-3910 to sign up.

Today is Labor Day in the United States. I think it’s ironic that we have a day of movement and momentum turned into a day of play and rest.  Somehow we have managed to create a balance. This is a good day to honor the steps you have taken to arrive at where you are now.  No matter where you are in your current cycle you are always in a good place, and never lost.  You have come from somewhere.  You may be in at that point of manifesting in your world based on those visions of yesterday, or you may be in the space of discontent, ready for the spiritual growing pains that say “it is time to take the next breath”. 

There is an expression: no matter where you go, there you are.  I think the trick is to find a balance between “you” and “where you go”.  We need both to be complete,but sometimes we get lost in the hustle and forget we are an important part of the picture.  Sometimes we get caught in our “me-me” voice, and forget that it takes movement to create.  Just like the breath there are two sides: inhale and exhale, expansion and release, growth and being in the moment.  The two can exist side by side, even concurrently in some cases!  Breathe in, and breathe out.  No matter what phase you are in within your life, you are a part of it, a participant in every given moment.   No matter where you go, there you are. 

There is more to this day than labor.  This is a day of receiving.  Today is Five Lamat, or the Star.  What are you receiving, and what internal forces lead you to this moment in your life? Has it been in the act of labor, or the act of love? A reading session can assist you in understanding the bigger picture, and help you gain clarity as to the value of the steps you take.

This posting contains a clairvoyant interpretation of the Mayan Tzolkin Calendar, a spiritually focused calendar, presented by Estee Taschereau through her venue YinYangPower.com

Today is the end of another cycle in the Mayan Tzolkin Calendar.  Thursday, August 14, 2008 is 13 Oc (Dog).  What does this mean for us as an individual, and does that reflect on the world around us?  Is there any trace of Oc in the global consciousness?  This is the end of a cycle: are you holding your dream?

This morning as I drove to the nearby market an advertisement came on the radio for a political “message”.  The energy was intense and demeaning, even if the cause was true and just.  Words presented in such a light rarely transition into any worthy action.  Yes, today is a good day to focus on the power of Oc, the dog.  Today is a good day to focus on loyalty. 

Loyalty is holding steadfast to your purpose and direction.  Oc reminds us of the need to at times step out of our own needs if that is what is required to remain on course.  On this day the power of Oc, our loyal guidance that keeps us focused, is accompanied by 13, the day of completion and transition into the next cycle.

How then can we receive the gift of Oc on this day?  Through reflection on your own path.  Have you ever had something you have worked on so diligently, only to let it fall apart before its complete?  Not all dreams are intended to manifest, but many of our dreams should reach their state of being.  Are you holding your dream, maintaining your loyalty with something you know to be worthwhile and true?  As we move into the next cycle you may carry into it a long-term dream. 

Each day presents you with another energy or support that you can use to feed your fire.  The pivotal aspect in manifesting your dream is you - where do you stand?  Above your dream, manipulating your world like a puppetmaster?  Under your dream, with the weight of it all on your shoulders?  Or is your dream within your heart, beating at the same rhythm, like an echo of your very soul? 

Today is the end of a thirteen day cycle.  How are you holding your dream? 

This week I have returned to the Oregon desert, which includes visiting within viewing distance of the roost of about 30 vultures.  It did not surprise me that my nocturnal awakenings included watching myself writing a blog posting about Cib, the vulture.  Cib is one of the twenty soul-values recognized in the ancient Mayan Tzolkin calendar.  This calendar fascinates me, as it does so many people.  There are some who believe that the teaching of the Mayan Tzolkin, their spiritual calendar, is an offshoot of Atlantis, as is Egyptian and many other cultures.  This is all theory and great fuel for those who love a good debate.  I take a different road, and recognize the similarities that exist, showing us the universal nature of these teachings.

So, returning back to the Oregon desert and my dream-state writings, I began my morning by writing the message presented during the night.  I have posted this interpretation and the date that two Cib will next appear in our western calendar in Hummingbird Shaman.  

As I typed this posting for the morning, my host stated, “they’re on the fence”, something I missed viewing on my last trip.   They gather on the fence posts to warm themselves in the early morning sun, facing east and spreading their wings to ready themselves for the day. 

Today there were 19 vultures altogether, greeting the morning from their individual perches.   They roosted graciously as I meandered over for a photo shoot, watch me as I watch them, but content to continue their early morning warm ups.  Greet the morning like the rising sun, and warm your heart with all it has to offer.

This posting contains a clairvoyant interpretation of the Mayan Tzolkin Calendar, a spiritually focused calendar, presented by Estee Taschereau through her venue YinYangPower.com