The Sun has now moved to Gate 27, RESPONSIBILITY or NOURISHING. In the I-Ching this hexagram is called NOURISHMENT.

This is the energy for transmitting values and NOURISHMENT to the tribe. The classic example of this energy is the Mama Bear who takes care of her family, often at great cost to her own well being. It can easily turn into co-dependent energy that takes enormous RESPONSIBILITY for everyone and everything. The highest expression of this energy however is altruism while still maintaining a healthy sense of self preservation; easier said than done.

People with NOURISHING defined in their chart are often wonderful cooks who quite literally find joy in feeding and NOURISHING their loved ones. We love that.

Michael Moore is a great example of someone compelled to educate/remind the citizens of the United States about its core values. Core values that for him are all about taking care of its citizens. Not surprising because he has RESPONSIBILITY defined by the Sun in his chart.

Cory Booker, one of our many presidential candidates here in the US at this time, also has RESPONSIBILITY defined by the Sun on the day of his birth; April 27, 1969. NOURISHING, RESPONSIBLE energy would be an interesting quality to have in the role of president.

Do you feel RESPONSIBLE for the people in your life? How much do you self-sacrifice for your loved ones? Are you someone who puts others before yourself? Is it possible to find more balance? An important part of imparting values includes teaching others to take RESPONSIBILITY for themselves. Can you see how doing everything for others may fall short of that goal? Are you someone who is more independent and less inclined to take responsibility for others? How can you find ways to be more NOURISHING to our loved ones on a regular basis? Is there something you could do this week to demonstrate how very much you care?

How can you take RESPONSIBILITY for yourself and others in a balanced way?