The Joseph Yoga Blog

We are in an incredibly important time. These are the days when the
maximum level of energy enters our planet. More energy is more
responsibility. During the last days of Cancer and the first days of Leo, we
have a period of time know as The Three Negative Weeks. Throughout
the year, the universe’s light is heavily filtered before it reaches us. Each
month, the universe’s light is filtered through a planet that corresponds to
that months astrological influence. For instance in April, we have the
influence of Aries and the filter is the planet Mars. The light of the universe
is filtered using the planet Mars. However, in November, Mars is also
used as it relates to the constellation of Scorpio. What this tells us is that
the energy that enters our planet is shared and split and diminished
significantly during most of the year because ever single month shares a
celestial body filter. Saturn, Jupiter, Mars, Mercury and Venus all share two
astrological signs a piece and thus dilute the light that enters the planet.
However, when we enter Cancer and Leo there is no filter. Cancer’s
partner is the Moon and the Moon is only used for Cancer and Leo’s
partner is the Sun and is only used for Leo. During Cancer and Leo the full
power of the Moon and the Sun shine on us. This is the true reason why
this months bring warmer temperatures. However, what is happening on a
non-physical level? On a physical level the days are longer and the
weather is warmer, but what’s happening non-physically? A great deal is
happening. The energy is so massive that we all get spiritually sunburn
during this time and as a result these Cancer/Leo weeks are known to be
“negative.” Carolyn Myss, medical intuitive, reminds us that our greatest
fear is the speed in which our life changes. This is Truth. We all work over
time slowing the speed of change in our lives. Why? Because spiritual
change is the painful removal of the ego. We all know that we love
speed when it’s about serving our egos. When we want something we
want it FedExd, Over Nighted, ASAP! But spiritual change is about the
sacrifice of our selfish ego nature, which we fight and delay with every
chance we get. We run after comfort and run away from any sacrifice.
During these negative weeks (July 20th to August 10th), time is sped up.
The onset of spiritual light always decreases the amount of earthly time,
space and motion. Time, Space and Motion is directly opposite to
Heavenly and Divine speed and logic. These weeks everything is sped
up. Usually there is a birthing process. When we look at the creation of a
child we have conception, usually a pleasant experience. Then we have
nine months of growth. Ending with an intense painful birth and then a joyful
manifestation. During these weeks, time is removed. And what we find
is that we go from conception straight to the pain of birth! This time is
the time of opposites. When you wish for good, you will seemingly get bad.
When you wish for bad you will get good. It’s the removal of time that
causes the illusions of these opposites. What actually is occurring is the
removal of the process. You conceive the baby and the pain of birth is
immediate. And the opposite is true, you go through the pain of work and
the pay-off is immediate. As a result of this intense energy, many of us will
find ourselves in an interesting predicament. Most of us are use to the
slow dulling effects of time and as result, we are shocked during these
weeks as we are instantly experiencing the effects of our actions! These
weeks can be filled of misfortune and chaos more than usual for our
actions are not buffered by time and our instantly shown to us. Now, the
opposite is also true. These weeks contain great potential as well if we are
willing to make sacrifices, engage in work and go against our comfort
zone. These weeks have such burning energy that its recommended that
we do not sign any new contracts, we do not move, we do not marry, we do
not buy major purchases, avoid sun exposure, the swimming in the ocean
and most importantly we need to avoid anger, hatred and judgement of
others. There is no filter until August 11th, we must be our own filter using
acts of love and sharing that can filter the light through us as opposed to
burn us. Good luck and be safe, especially on August 10th. Try to lie low
that day. No flying. No risk taking. Have a good a time as you pay
attention to all the fruits of your actions!

The Four Elements

If you don’t follow astrology you may find it to be without much scientific
backing, but astrology is a science that has been around for about 4000
years. The first book of astrology written by Abraham the Patriarch is
called “The Book of Formation.” In it, all the secrets of the world are told
in deep code including astrology and its many lessons. Do you know that
the moon actually influences the tides? Think about this. The moon
makes the water change. We are made of approximately 72% water and
to think we are not influenced by the planets is a silly as a caveman
thinking the earth was flat. Today, look at the list below and find you sign.
And then note the negative characteristic associated with your sign. Try
for the next 24 hours to be cognisant of your “sin” (a sin is spiritually
defined as anything that is against yourself) and do your best to correct it.

The Fire Signs: Aries, Leo and Sagittarius.

Your sin is of pride. Remember that you are not always right. That
you often can hurt people with out knowing it. And learn to say
you are sorry more often. Be aware for hidden enemies you may
have created and make amends.

The Air Signs: Gemini, Libra and Aquarius

Your sin is Gossip. Remember that writing isn’t the only thing that
remains — words do too. Imagine if you could see your words in
the air, lingering forever. It is said that we only have a finite number
of words to say in our lifetime and when we have reached that limit
we pass on. Use your words to uplift and bring people together
not apart. Be are of what comes out of your mouth more then
what goes in.

The Water Signs: Cancer, Scorpio and Pisces

Your sin is addiction. It is said that without structure, water signs
are like a glass of water with no glass — it just spills out all over the
table. Water signs are very vulnerable to being overly attached to
comfort, food, sex, drugs and being overly safe. Addictions do not
give to us, they take from us. Not in major ways, but in small ways.
Like Maya Angelou says, “It’s little deaths. Like being pecked to
death by birds.”

The Earth Signs: Taurus, Virgo and Capricorn

Your sin is apathy. Elie Wiesel, holocaust survivor, author and
activist, learned that the opposite of love is not hate, but
indifference. To not feel the pain of others can be the greatest sin
of all. Get in touch with your emotions, feel more through
meditation and learn to cry! It is said that until we can feel the pain
of others, are job here on earth will never be done.

Good Luck!