Vol. 1, No. 19: Week of May 15th through May 21st, 2023

The Universal Light Center for World Spiritual Unity
May 15, 2023
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Dear Readers,

Hello from the other side of the Eclipses! What has changed? What has shifted? What was eclipsed out of your life? Share with us if you feel so inclined!

After these few INTENSE weeks, this week holds more relaxing and potentially auspicious news.

Mercury went direct last night at 11:17PM ET. In 72 hours it will be up to speed and all things should go smoother from this point on.

We also have two planet transitions signaling shifts in energy and powerful new beginnings: Jupiter enters Taurus on Tuesday and Mars enters Leo on Saturday. A Cazimi New Moon in Taurus will take place on Friday.

In addition, on Thursday, we enter a new Castle in the Mayan calendar: the Blue Western Castle of Burning...something new is afoot, let's take advantage of these powerful energies.

Perhaps most importantly, the first run of 10 portal days starts this week on Friday the 19th, 10 DAYS IN A ROW! I say the "first" because this wonderful occurrence takes place twice every Mayan year. The next one will start on June 28th and goes through July 6th (plan your holiday now). Use the runs of 10 to intentionally work on personal development and towards specific goals in the outer world.

All in all, the review/revision phase is complete, now is the time to move forward in the adjusted/new direction.

GIT'ER DUN

Monday, May 15th, 2023:

Love/Destiny Card: 4♦️ – Stability in Values
Voyager Deck: 4 of Worlds – (Spring) Commencement
Mayan Signature: 11 IK White Spectral Wind - Guided by My Own Power Doubled (Kin 102)
- Spectral: dissolve, release, liberation
- White Wind: communicates, spirit, breath
7:33PM ET: Moon enters Aries (keywords: bold, impulsive, energetic, argumentative, starting point, drive)
Astrology Keynote: We may feel an urgent need to follow the instincts of the moment and take a leap of faith today. Surrendering to wherever our intuition leads...don't confuse sympathy with deeper affections.

Tuesday, May 16th, 2023:

Love/Destiny Card: 3♦️ – Financial Creativity
Voyager Deck: 3 of Worlds – (Summer) Nurturing
Mayan Signature: 12 AKBAL Blue Crystal Night - Guided by the Power of Vision (Kin 103)
- Crystal: dedicate, universalize, cooperation
- Blue Night: dreams, abundance, intuition
1:20 PM ET: Jupiter enters Taurus
- This is said to be the most positive astrological transition this year, Jupiter entering Taurus might bring you some good news and reprieve if this pair of Eclipses has been especially intense/challenging for you.
- Taurus is ruled by Venus and is the astrological sign most related to abundance, material possessions, and pleasures of the 5 senses.
- While Jupiter is in Taurus, we will likely experience greater abundance, earthly pleasures. We are also better supported to develop greater self-love and self-care.
- Usually, when Jupiter changes sign, it will retrograde back to the previous astrological sign for a brief period to tie up loose ends. However, this time, while Jupiter does go retrograde from September 4th to December 30th, it doesn't actually leave Taurus. Jupiter in Aries has brought up deep identity issues for us to heal, it seems like we have done a good job and can simply move forward to enjoy this time of Jupiter in Taurus until May 25th, 2024.
Astrology Keynote: Around noon, pause for some much-needed self-care before jumping back into your day.

Wednesday, May 17th, 2023:

Love/Destiny Card: 2♦️ – The Wheeler Dealer Card
Voyager Deck: 2 of Worlds – (Winter) Reflection
Mayan Signature: 13 KAN Yellow Cosmic Seed - Guided by the Power of Elegance (Kin 104)
- Cosmic: endure, transcend, presence
- Yellow Seed: targets, flowering, awareness
8:28 AM ET: Moon enters Taurus (solid, Sensual, secure, well rooted, resist change, enjoyment)
11:17PM ET: Mercury up to speed (yay!)
Astrology Keynote: Ambitions run high today. The workplace could be filled with fierce competition. This evening, the Jupiter-Pluto square (9:10PM ET) potentially leads to stubbornness and tension. "Although we usually feel the effects of a strong aspect between slower-moving planets for at least a few weeks before the exact date, the greatest impact of this square may manifest more suddenly, having waited until Jupiter entered Taurus yesterday." (Mountain Astrologer)

Thursday, May 18th, 2023:

Love/Destiny Card: A♦️ – Desire for Love & Money
Voyager Deck: A of Worlds – Success
Mayan Signature: 1CHICCHAN Red Magnetic Serpent - Guided by My Own Power Doubled (Kin 105)
- Magnetic: unify, attract, purpose
- Red Serpent: survives, life force, instinct
- Blue Western Castle of Burning Begins
  - Castles are one of the overlapping cycles that the Mayans track. The five Castles mirror “different stages in a natural process of unfolding and growth” (source), each lasting 52 days or 4 wavespells (13 days).
  - We just concluded the White Northern Castle of Crossing – the purification of Light
  - Today we enter the Blue Western Castle of Burning – the transformation of Light. "The theme of this castle marks stages of a path centered on the process of turning around, a complete reversal of direction. This involves a decisive recognition of what is to be adopted and abandoned." (Andrew Morizio) We are supported to step into the fire of transformation. We are called to change and purify in order to merge with the world in greater oneness. Open yourself to sharing your talents and ideas in collaborative environments that may bring surprising inspiration and open new doors (debt ceiling anyone?).
Astrology Keynote: In direct contrast to yesterday, today the stars are promoting teamwork and romance.

Friday, May 19th, 2023:

Love/Destiny Card: K♣️ – The Master of Knowledge
Voyager Deck: Man of Crystals – Inventor
Mayan Signature: 2 CIMI White Lunar WorldBridger - Guided by the Power of Endlessness (Kin 106)
- Lunar: polarize, stabilize, challenge
- White WorldBridger: equalizes, death, opportunity
- Galactic Activation Portal #17
  - The run of 10 begins!
11:53AM ET: New Moon in Taurus 28°25
- Sabian Symbol--Taurus 29°: Two cobblers working at a table; Keynote: the two-fold character of men's mature understanding; Keyword: Perspective
- This is another Cazimi New Moon that is extra auspicious. Use the 30 minutes before and after this new moon to set something important in motion!
2:48PM ET: Moon enters Gemini (mutable, restless, conversational, intellectual, scattered)
Astrology Keynote: This New Moon, "occurring at the midpoint between Mars in Cancer and Neptune in Pisces highlights a capacity to act intuitively and with compassion" (Mountain Astrologer)

Saturday, May 20th, 2023:

Love/Destiny Card: Q♣️ – The Mother of Intuition
Voyager Deck: Woman of Crystals – Guardian
Mayan Signature: 3 MANIK Blue Electric Hand - Guided by the Power of Magic (Kin 107)
- Electric: activate, bond, service
- Blue Hand: knows, accomplishment, healing
- Galactic Activation Portal #18
11:31AM ET: Mars enters Leo (keywords: follow your heart/passion, confidence, fun-loving, expressive, enthusiasm)
- "Adopting the Lion’s confidence and courage helps us pursue whatever it is that sets our souls on fire. Outside of Mars in Leo, there are few chances to reach this level of creativity and eagerness in our lives, which is why we must relish this opportunity!" Tarot.com
- Mars will be in Leo through July 10th, 2023
Astrology Keynote: "Mars entering Leo unleashes the influence of a dynamic Mars-Pluto opposition; this polarizing aspect often manifests as an excessive need for control, high drama, power struggles, and even aggressiveness. The ripple effects of this opposition will likely play out for the next week at least." (Mountain Astrologer)

Sunday, May 21st, 2023:

Love/Destiny Card: J♣️ – The Mentally Creative
Voyager Deck: Child of Crystals – Learner
Mayan Signature: 4 LAMAT Yellow Self-Existing Star - Guided by the Power of Flowering (Kin 108)
- Self-Existing: define, measure, form
- Yellow Star: beautifies, elegance, art
- Galactic Activation Portal #19
3:09AM ET: Sun enters Gemini (fun and lighthearted, curious, multitasking, intellectual, talkative, sociable)
11:28PM ET: Moon enters Cancer (keywords: home and family, caring for others, sensitive, attachment
Astrology Keynote: For the next month (Sun in Gemini), we are encouraged to be more open-minded, to socialize, and to speak our truth while also being willing to listen to others' opinions. Also, we may be drawn to pursue a higher purpose as the Sun trines Pluto. Tonight we shift moods (Moon enters Cancer), less mental activity more emotional nourishment...creative ideas may inspire a conversation or journaling deep into the night.