1 00:00:00,000 --> 00:00:04,160 Conscious Astrology Navigating Tithi, Ashtami 2 00:00:04,160 --> 00:00:06,880 Hi, welcome to Consciousness Podcasts. 3 00:00:06,880 --> 00:00:11,040 In this season, we analyze the Hindu Vedic calendar system of Panchaanga 4 00:00:11,040 --> 00:00:13,280 with respect to consciousness principles. 5 00:00:13,280 --> 00:00:16,000 We continue with Tithi, the emotional body, 6 00:00:16,000 --> 00:00:19,440 which plays a crucial role in understanding your emotional patterns 7 00:00:19,440 --> 00:00:22,080 and personality traits throughout life. 8 00:00:22,080 --> 00:00:24,400 Today, we explore Ashtami Tithi. 9 00:00:24,400 --> 00:00:26,160 Let us begin. 10 00:00:26,160 --> 00:00:28,960 Ashtami Tithi overview. What is Ashtami Tithi? 11 00:00:28,960 --> 00:00:33,520 Ashtami is the eighth Tithi, Lunar phase of the waxing Shuklapaksha 12 00:00:33,520 --> 00:00:35,760 or whining Krishnapaksha moon. 13 00:00:35,760 --> 00:00:39,920 It occurs when the moon is 96 degrees ahead of the sun in the zodiac. 14 00:00:39,920 --> 00:00:42,720 This Tithi represents intensity, transformation, 15 00:00:42,720 --> 00:00:45,360 and the ability to balance opposing forces. 16 00:00:45,360 --> 00:00:48,720 It is often considered a phase of inner strength and resilience 17 00:00:48,720 --> 00:00:52,080 associated with navigating extremes and emerging more balanced. 18 00:00:53,120 --> 00:00:54,640 Personality traits. 19 00:00:54,640 --> 00:00:57,840 People born on Ashtami Tithi are diplomatic, balanced, 20 00:00:57,840 --> 00:01:00,080 and often excellent negotiators. 21 00:01:00,080 --> 00:01:02,400 They possess the ability to handle extremes in life, 22 00:01:02,960 --> 00:01:07,200 be it emotional highs and lows, relationships, or financial matters. 23 00:01:07,200 --> 00:01:11,920 Their calm, level-headed nature allows them to mediate conflicts effectively. 24 00:01:11,920 --> 00:01:15,440 However, this balanced demeanor can also give rise to sarcasm 25 00:01:15,440 --> 00:01:19,920 and hidden frustrations, which, if unaddressed, may create internal turmoil. 26 00:01:20,880 --> 00:01:23,200 They tend to experience life's extremes, 27 00:01:23,200 --> 00:01:27,680 often oscillating between abundance and scarcity, success, and setback. 28 00:01:27,680 --> 00:01:30,800 Despite these ups and downs, Ashtami-born individuals 29 00:01:30,800 --> 00:01:35,040 are generally able to maintain stability in their personal and married life, 30 00:01:35,040 --> 00:01:37,840 although extramarital temptations may test their commitment. 31 00:01:39,200 --> 00:01:41,120 Astrological Significance. 32 00:01:41,120 --> 00:01:46,400 In a chart, Ashtami Tithi signifies the emotional need to find harmony amid polarities. 33 00:01:47,280 --> 00:01:50,160 This Tithi represents the soul's ability to grow stronger 34 00:01:50,160 --> 00:01:53,440 by embracing duality and finding peace within contradiction. 35 00:01:53,440 --> 00:01:57,040 Ashtami-born individuals are naturally inclined toward transformation 36 00:01:57,040 --> 00:02:00,320 and can emerge stronger from challenging life experiences 37 00:02:00,320 --> 00:02:02,720 if they embrace balance and self-awareness. 38 00:02:03,680 --> 00:02:06,240 Consciousness Principles for Navigating Ashtami. 39 00:02:06,240 --> 00:02:09,360 One consciousness brings polarity back to neutrality. 40 00:02:09,360 --> 00:02:15,280 Consciousness allows us to experience opposites, joy and sorrow, success and failure, 41 00:02:15,280 --> 00:02:19,440 but finds peace and neutrality by not holding onto either extreme. 42 00:02:19,440 --> 00:02:20,640 Application. 43 00:02:20,640 --> 00:02:25,200 Ashtami individuals often find themselves navigating life's dualities. 44 00:02:25,200 --> 00:02:28,560 Consciousness encourages them to avoid emotional entanglement 45 00:02:28,560 --> 00:02:31,200 and instead find empowerment in neutrality. 46 00:02:31,200 --> 00:02:36,240 Practice mindful detachment by observing emotions without immediately reacting to them. 47 00:02:36,240 --> 00:02:40,080 Reflect on both successes and setbacks as temporary experiences 48 00:02:40,080 --> 00:02:42,080 rather than permanent states. 49 00:02:42,800 --> 00:02:46,080 Meditate on dualities, e.g. light and dark, 50 00:02:46,080 --> 00:02:50,080 to reinforce the idea that opposing forces can be a key element of their life. 51 00:02:50,080 --> 00:02:52,080 Dispensing forces can coexist without conflict. 52 00:02:53,200 --> 00:02:56,320 Two. Consciousness Thrives in Transformation. 53 00:02:57,200 --> 00:03:00,720 Consciousness expands by embracing transformation and growth 54 00:03:00,720 --> 00:03:02,160 through change and adversity. 55 00:03:02,960 --> 00:03:04,320 Application. 56 00:03:04,320 --> 00:03:08,960 Ashtami-born individuals are often placed in circumstances that challenge their inner strength. 57 00:03:09,680 --> 00:03:13,360 Consciousness invites them to view these moments not as punishments, 58 00:03:13,360 --> 00:03:15,760 but as catalysts for growth and renewal. 59 00:03:15,760 --> 00:03:19,440 Reflect on past challenges and identify ways they led to personal growth 60 00:03:19,440 --> 00:03:20,320 or new beginnings. 61 00:03:21,120 --> 00:03:24,720 Practice transformative journaling by documenting emotional lows 62 00:03:24,720 --> 00:03:27,200 and reframing them as stepping stones for resilience. 63 00:03:28,080 --> 00:03:32,320 Engage in symbolic rituals such as burning lists of worries or old fears 64 00:03:32,320 --> 00:03:35,200 to signify emotional release and transformation. 65 00:03:36,800 --> 00:03:39,920 Three. Consciousness balances action with stillness. 66 00:03:40,640 --> 00:03:44,560 Consciousness finds power not only in action but also in stillness, 67 00:03:44,560 --> 00:03:48,240 using reflection as a way to process and integrate life's experiences. 68 00:03:48,240 --> 00:03:50,720 Four. Consciousness encourages mental level and 69 00:03:50,720 --> 00:03:54,800 mental stability to be more powerful than ever before. 70 00:03:54,800 --> 00:04:01,200 Consciousness reminds them that rest and reflection are equally important for maintaining balance. 71 00:04:02,080 --> 00:04:06,960 Schedule regular pauses for quiet reflection or meditation to process emotions. 72 00:04:06,960 --> 00:04:10,640 Practice mindful breathing during moments of heightened stress to center the mind. 73 00:04:11,680 --> 00:04:15,280 Reframing rest as a vital part of success rather than as wasted time. 74 00:04:15,280 --> 00:04:20,000 Four. Consciousness expands through emotional integrity. 75 00:04:20,640 --> 00:04:24,000 Consciousness seeks authenticity in emotional expression 76 00:04:24,000 --> 00:04:27,200 and does not suppress feelings for the sake of maintaining appearances. 77 00:04:28,080 --> 00:04:33,520 Application. Ashtami born individuals may use sarcasm or humor as a defense mechanism 78 00:04:33,520 --> 00:04:35,040 to mask deeper emotional pain. 79 00:04:35,680 --> 00:04:39,920 Consciousness invites them to express their true feelings with honesty and vulnerability. 80 00:04:40,960 --> 00:04:44,880 Engage in open conversations with trusted friends or partners 81 00:04:44,880 --> 00:04:49,360 to express emotions directly. Practice journaling to give words to complex 82 00:04:49,360 --> 00:04:52,480 emotions rather than resorting to humor or avoidance. 83 00:04:53,360 --> 00:04:58,240 Develop self-compassion by reminding themselves that vulnerability is a form of strength, 84 00:04:58,240 --> 00:05:02,800 not weakness. Suggested consciousness actions to overcome ashtami challenges. 85 00:05:03,520 --> 00:05:09,520 One. Neutrality meditation. Visualize two opposing forces merging into a calm, 86 00:05:09,520 --> 00:05:12,560 balanced state to reinforce emotional neutrality. 87 00:05:12,560 --> 00:05:19,120 Three. Symbolic release rituals. Write down frustrations or fears and burn the paper to 88 00:05:19,120 --> 00:05:21,120 symbolize emotional release and renewal. 89 00:05:22,080 --> 00:05:25,920 Three. Pause and breathe practice. Incorporate three-minute breathing 90 00:05:25,920 --> 00:05:29,680 exercises during stressful moments to maintain composure and balance. 91 00:05:29,680 --> 00:05:34,880 Four. Authentic expression practice. Share one genuine feeling or thought daily with someone 92 00:05:34,880 --> 00:05:37,840 trustworthy to build emotional integrity and connection. 93 00:05:37,840 --> 00:05:44,720 By aligning with these consciousness-aligned actions, ashtami-born individuals can harness 94 00:05:44,720 --> 00:05:49,040 their strength and resilience to navigate life's extremes with grace and balance. 95 00:05:50,400 --> 00:05:53,840 This allows them to maintain harmony while embracing transformation, 96 00:05:53,840 --> 00:06:07,840 turning life's challenges into opportunities for growth and self-discovery.