Neptunian Feelings

The 4 Branches of Astrology

All astrological technique and tradition is based in one of the 4 fundamental schools of astrology

Mundane Astrology – The most ancient type of astrology known to man that deals with large swaths of human beings and is used to examine world events and even predict weather.

Natal Astrology – The most popular type of astrology in the modern era, it is the astrology of the individual and encompasses the bulk of many different traditions and techniques

Electional Astrology – The astrology of choosing times and dates to produce the greatest benefit for endeavors, also known as Inceptional Astrology

Horary Astrology – The branch of astrology that dissects the moment a question is posed in order to forecast and examine outcome

Speak it into existence and trust the process

The big difference between Aries’ egotism and Leo’s egotism is that Aries is full on confidence and Leo’s pride has insecurity behind it. Leos are usually looking for validation whereas Aries are quite literally full of themselves.

The dance of nature 🌿🍃

#shotbyoasis

Mercury is currently pre-shadow.

Sleeping patterns, communication, and travel plans may be thrown off during this time.

People from the past may be reappearing sooner than expected.

With Neptune going direct, be prepared for a spiritual transformation.

Kitties and crystals ❤️

“The (Midheaven) reflects a person’s image, their presentation to the world outside. It can be a very important factor in the physical appearance, the physical type, even more so than the ascendant.”

— Liz Greene

Aries midheaven: Can seem insatiably seductive, intimidating, challenging, inspiring, ready and willing for anything, like they were born for whatever they are doing 

Taurus midheaven: Can seem ultimately grounded, in touch with themselves, competent, alluring and sensitive

Gemini midheaven: Can seem interesting, clever, influential, experimental, free spirited, confident in their intellectual abilities and erratic 

Cancer midheaven: Can seem sensitive, emotionally responsive, introverted, gentle, mysterious, and maternal like a mother figure

Leo midheaven: Can seem confident, charismatic, and commanding, full of pride and performance, big hearted, competent in leadership, always switched ‘on’

Virgo midheaven: Can seem internalised and private, intelligent, skilled and proficient, nervous and sacrificial, self-disciplined, a personal advisory 

Libra midheaven: Can seem popular, artistic, peaceful, and easy to relate to, flirtatious, enchanting, people can feel entitled to their beauty, righteous and fair

Scorpio midheaven: Can seem cryptic, secluded, and provocative, charming, mesmerising, daunting, intense, unforgiving, passionate, commanding 

Sagittarius midheaven: Can seem wild, unrestrained, adventurous, perceptive, interesting, relentless, philosophical, active, impossible to keep up with

Capricorn midheaven: Can seem astonishingly capable and confident, self-sufficient, grounded, gifted, talented, reliable, resilient, wise, and successful 

Aquarius midheaven: Can seem unusual or atypical, strangely gifted, free spirited, intelligent, self-sufficient, inspired, creative, unstable, interesting 

Pisces midheaven: Can seem spiritual or gifted, otherworldly and supernatural, redeeming, rescuer, creative, unstable, dreamy, evasive, inspiring, awakened

-C.

by Benz Catbagan

Backyard Healing: Lavender

Lavandula officinalis 

This herb is a common herb found in many gardens. The flower itself is beautiful with a pleasant fragrance commonly used in relaxation techniques.

Benefits

Health

healing

Spiritual

Incense 

Used Within

Oil

Food

Tea

Physical Uses 

Headache or migraine

Acne or troubled skin 

Fatigue is the most common healing property of lavender 

Ease pain

Help reduce infection (viral, bacterial, or fungal)

Calm, overcome shock

Reduce stress

Promote sleep

Overcome depression and anxiety

Insect repellant 

Calm convulsions and spasms of any kind

Skin conditions, assesses, acne, allergies, athlete’s foot, boils, bruises, burns, dandruff, dermatitis, eczema, inflammations, insect bites and stings, lice, psoriasis, ringworm, scabies, sores, spots, sunburn, and minor wounds

Earaches 

Muscle aches and pains

Respiratory conditions 

Digestive issues

Healthy menstruation stimulation 

Spiritual Uses

Sleep and healing spells

Peace and love promoting 

Associated with longevity 

Protection and cleansing 

Essential Oil Usage

The following is based on the Améo Essential Oils, a clinical grade oil. This brand of oil has a proven cell activity level, proven cell permeability, and Cetri-5 endorsed. You should always use 100% pure essential oil before using on your body. Contact a certified homeopathic practitioner for more information. 

Blending: The ratio 50:50, for example, means use 50% essential oil, 50% carrier oil. The ratio 5:95, for example, means 5% essential oil, 95% carrier oil. 

Lavender essential oil blends well with bergamot, clary sage, clove, cinnamon, citronella, cypress, thyme, patchouli, rosemary, and other citrus oils.  

To help ease pain, help reduce some type of viral, bacterial, or fungal infection, or heal a minor wound, apply undiluted topically. 

To calm, overcome shock, reduce stress, overcome depression, promote sleep, and over come anxiety, emotional exhaustion, or restlessness, diffuse 20 drops of oil twice daily. You can also apply undiluted topically just under the sternum on the chest, the forehead, around the nose, and on the temples. 

For insect repellent, put 20 drops in water, shake, and spray 

To calm convulsions and spasms of all kinds such as muscle, digestion, respiratory, etc; diffuse 20 drops. You may also massage with a 50:50 blend using a carrier oil (such as coconut oil), or take an aromatic bath/ foot soak with 10-15 drops of lavender in one cup of Epsom Salts. 

You can use lavender to deodorize surfaces, rooms, or yourself

For skin conditions, abscesses, acne, allergies, athlete’s foot, boils, bruises, burns, dandruff, dermatitis, eczema, inflammations, insect bites and stings, insect repellent, lice, psoriasis, ringworm, scabies, sores, spots, sunburn, and minor wounds: apply undiluted to small areas or diluted 50:50 with a carrier oil to larger areas 

For an earache, apply undiluted on the outer ear

For lumbago, muscle aches and pains, rheumatism, and sprains: create 50:50 massage blend of lavender with a carrier oil, and apply to affected area

For respiratory conditions: asthma, bronchitis, excess mucous, bad breath, laryngitis, throat infections, and whooping cough: create a 50:50 blend with carrier oil and apply/massage to affected area. You can also take a hot bath with 10-15 drops of lavender in one cup of Epsom Salts. Also, diffuse 20 drops twice daily

For digestive issues: abdominal cramps, colic, gas, or nausea: take 50:50 blend of lavender and carrier oil in a capsule once a day with food. You can also massage a 50:50 dilution with a carrier oil onto the lower abdomen

To stimulate healthy menstruation or reduce menstrual pain, massage 50:50 with a carrier oil onto the lower abdomen 

To decrease painful headaches, migraines, nervous tension, and stress related conditions, diffuse 20 drops twice daily. Also, use a 50:50 blend with a carrier oil and massage face, forehead, back of neck, and back.

To overcome shock or vertigo: diffuse 20 drops of lavender twice daily. Also use a 50:50 blend with carrier oil to massage temples, forehead, and back of neck. Apply a cool, damp cloth over the lavender to help it penetrate. For use on the face, dilute a ratio of 5:95 lavender with a carrier oil. 

(Pénoël, 2014)

Note: There are certain types of sedatives or sedative antidepressants that could interact with lavender products, and cause overdrowiness. you should discuss with your medical practitioner before using lavender if you take any drugs such as these (Robbins & Bedell, 2017). 

Sources:

Pénoël, Daniel, Dr, comp. Integrated Guide to Essential Oils & Aromatherapy. 1st ed. N.p.: n.p., 2014. Print.

Robbins, Shawn, and Charity Bedell. The Good Witch’s Guide. New York: Sterling Ethos, 2017. Print.