Empower the Goddess within You with Vedic Astrology

by Ashley M. Field Explorer And Writer

In devotional practices like Bhakti Yoga, it's going to seem that the devotee is worshiping an external Goddess or image. In absolute truth, there's no separation between the divine attributes of the Goddess that we worship and our true nature. On the human level, though, any of the attributes of the Goddess that we've disowned could also be projected onto others (whether God, Goddess or human!)

For most people it's much easier to "own" the softer attributes of the Goddess; unconditional love, compassion, acceptance, grace, nurturance and divine protection. These qualities are demonstrated within the Vedic tradition through Saraswati, the Goddess of Wisdom, Lakshmi, the Goddess of Abundance, and Parvati, the Divine Mother herself. For Buddhist practitioners, the Goddesses Tara and Kwan-yin are often worshiped to bring out these same attributes. In Vedic Astrology, attunement to the "softer" side of the Goddess is seen within the chart primarily from aspects between the Moon/Neptune and Venus/Neptune.

As I discussed in my last article, Venus/Neptune aspects during a chart indicate that the individual is learning to be an agent or vessel of unconditional love, and Moon. Neptune aspects indicate a looking for oneness and unity. The challenge with these aspects is that they're often experienced in their lower manifestation, particularly in relationships. This might include problems with co-dependence, unhealthy merging, and lack of boundaries and "other" centeredness at the expense of one's Self. In order to empower the fullness of the Goddess altogether her attributes it's necessary to urge to understand the fierce aspect of the Goddess also, namely Kali or Durga. Kali and Durga, or Chinnamasta and Bhairavi from the Buddhist traditions, represent the facility of the Goddess to destroy illusion. To be ready to manifest the fierce energies of the Goddess requires a willingness to talk the reality without distortion. One among my teachers is keen on saying that "the truth will set you free, but first, it's getting to piss you off!

The challenge with manifesting the fierce aspects of the Goddess is that it takes skill and clarity to deliver the reality without hurting other people around. This is often very true if one's truth has been suppressed. When one's truth has been suppressed, it's almost guaranteed that when it comes out it'll be distorted by the emotions.

Once, once I was working with a client who had a brief temper and would often "blow people away" together with his truth, I received a divine equation that. I feel is worth sharing for instance the purpose. The interpretation is Dogmatism = Truth - Wisdom and Compassion so as to deliver ones truth it takes a skillful blend of wisdom and compassion. In other words, truth, delivered wisely and compassion may indeed "piss other's off" initially but it'll eventually be received because there's no-thing to defend against. In Vedic Astrology, we see Kali within the chart particularly through aspects between Moon, Mercury, or Venus with Pluto. Pluto is that the planet that represents the destruction of illusion and brings to the surface anything that's hidden or illusory. Moon/Pluto aspects indicate the "truth-teller" or "whistle-blower" that features a strong, instinctive "B.S." detector that knows the reality albeit others are in denial. Mercury/Pluto aspects reveal an incisive mind that desires to chop away illusion so healing can begin.

And lastly, Venus/Pluto aspects speak of strong convictions and keenness for the reality albeit it isn't "pretty." Ultimately, it's through the acceptance of our fierceness (Pluto) with our compassion (Neptune) that the fullness of the Goddess is integrated in our lives. As we accept the facility of the Goddess in her fierce form and clear the distortions of suppressed emotions, we will then skillfully deliver the reality wisely, love and compassion. Integrating the fullness of the Goddess in her compassionate and fierce forms also allows us to integrate a replacement model of empowerment that does not require sacrifice of the reality. This suggests that we will transcend the old stereotypes of "be nice or don't say anything at all" and are available into a replacement integration of truth and compassion. Nirwair Gill is a professional astrologer, career and self-improvement counselor from WorldAstro. Through his international astrology, coaching and counseling practice, Nirwair Ji has helped thousands of individuals prolong and productively use their inherent gifts and talent. For those that want support in discovering, clarifying and manifesting their vision and life purpose, Nirwair Ji is additionally available for astrological, career & marketing coaching sessions by phone.