The Cycles of Living

Stepping Stones to the Future

 FAQ

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Q  What is Astrology?
A  Astrology is the study of the influence of the planets and stars upon human behavior.
Q  What is a power day?
A  When the Moon is in your Sun sign, it is your power day.

For instance, if you were born while the Sun was in Aries, when the Moon is in the sign of Aries, you are experiencing a power day.
Q  How do I use a power day?
A  If you have an important request, application or project, you will tend to make a better and more successful impression if your presentation is on your power day.

If you are seeking a new position, post or email your resume or application on your power day.

If you are scheduling an interview, pick your power day. You will tend to make the better impression.

If you are making a sales pitch or asking for a raise, you will tend to have a better grasp of persuasive arguments and/or pertinent facts.
Q   How often do I get power days?
A  The Moon cycles through all 12 signs every 29 days. That means you get power days every month.
Q  Is an Astrologer a psychic?
A  Astrologers and psychics are different.

An Astrologer calculates the position of the planets and their relationships to each other, then interprets the effects of those energies on humans. Many interpretive guidelines are based on thousands of years of recorded observation.

A psychic is a person who possesses an ability such as second sight which is inexplicable by natural laws.
Q  What is a Living Cycle?
A  Living Cycles or Life Cycles are the recurrent events, patterns or themes in our lives.
Q  What is the difference between an astrology chart and a Living Cycle?
A  An astrology chart provides a map of the stars at one fixed point in time. The chart reveals your natal potential.

A Living Cycle reveals dynamic directions or experiences in your life linked to patterns you tend to repeat, for better or worse, during your lifetime.
Q  What is the difference between a star and a planet?
A  A star is a celestial body that generates energy and emits light. Most stars are so far from Earth that they appear motionless. When viewed from Earth, a star appears to twinkle. This is due to the Earth's atmosphere.

A planet is a celestial body that orbits a star in an elliptical pattern. Planets appear to have their own motion.
Q  How come two people with the same Sun sign are not the same?
A  The Sun is only one of many elements that defines a person's potential. In addition there are nine planets, twelve signs and twelve houses. And each person is also a product of his or her environment and past choices. That is what makes human beings so fascinating and diverse.
Q  What is an Abundance Check?
A  An Abundance Check is a check you write to yourself. The physical action of writing a check gives focus to your desire for material abundance each month. Most people who use Abundance Checks find that over a period of time the bills are paid each month and, eventually, their checking account begins to have a surplus. If you have more than one bill-paying account, you should write an Abundance Check for each.

The steps are outlined in Maximizing the New Moon Cycle, a column that appears in my Articles section each month about a week before each New Moon.
Q  Are there any common cycles that everyone experiences?
A  Most planetary cycles are common to everyone. The ones we are most aware of are:

1. The Sun cycle.
This cycle takes a year.
We begin our personal Sun cycle on the day we call our birthday.
The annual Sun cycle begins around March 20th and is called the vernal equinox.

2. The Moon cycle.
This cycle occurs approximately every 28 days.
There are thirteen Moon cycles each year.
Q  What is a solar birthday?
A  Actually, the correct term is Solar Return. Each person was born when the Sun was at a specific degree and minute. The Solar Return occurs each year when the Sun returns to the exact degree and minute it is in your natal chart.
This begins your personal Sun cycle.
Q  What are aspects?
A  The word aspect describes the particular manner in which planets relate to each other.
Some aspects/relationships are easy or in sync with one another. Some aspects present challenges or are in conflict with one another. Most of us notice when the aspects present challenges and take the easy times for granted.
Q  I have my friend's birthdata; would you tell me all about him?
A  An astrological consultation is a very personal and private experience. Most astrologers would compare your chart to your friend's chart and counsel you about how he relates to you. Without his permission exploring his chart any closer than that might be considered unethical.
Q  If I do not have a checking account, how do I use the Laws of Abundance?
A  If you do not have a checking account, hand-draw a check. This action helps to set your intention. Avoid using checks that do not belong to you or that are related to a closed account. Your intent must be to bring financial balance and prosperity into your life. Your tools must reflect as much positive energy as possible.
Q  I write an Abundance Check every month but I barely pay my bills. What is wrong?
A  There is nothing wrong. If you begin writing Abundance Checks when you are already in the red or close to financial distress, it will take time to change the energy.
If you resent paying your creditors, it is self-defeating because your inner energy says, do not pay which resists your outer request of please pay.

I once heard a bit of advice that I will pass on to you. Instead of resenting your creditors, pay with thanks. Remember, these creditors trusted you and allowed you to use their money on your promise to pay.
Q  Abundance Checks are okay but I want to clear up debts. How do I do that?
A  Aside from the usual tools recommended by organizations like Debtors Anonymous, use your New Moon intentions to help you focus on action steps that help you move toward your goal.
Clearing indebtedness is usually a complex New Moon Intention that requires analysis and focus on your part. We must know why and how we came into debt before we can focus our wishes to making change.
You may need to break your wish into many wishes or start with only small steps.