Written by Lisa E Zimmerman
If you feel like you aren’t making outward progress right now, it may be because we’re hovering in Mercury and Mars Retrograde – with Saturn and Neptune, although Direct, barely moving either. So we have four out of ten planets basically in place – which you may be feeling as exhaustion, low vitality or two steps forward, one step back.
However, this is a profound time to release, cleanse and clear space (home, body, mental and emotional Self), to detach from old patterns, routines and ways of operating that no longer serve you. Never underestimate the impact of creating space for the new…
Dec 13 – Mercury sextiles Venus, a beautiful aspect for (re)connecting in harmony or finding a perspective that supports socializing and creative activities. All in all, it feels light, warm and lively.
Dec 15 – Full Moon in Gemini @ 1:02am PST. Full Moons bring things to light. The Moon in multi-tasking Gemini opposes the Sun in big picture Sagittarius, seeking wisdom and meaning. Gemini is changeable and Sagittarius is impulsive, so you may be excited about the prospects of an opportunity or idea – or you may have multiple ideas. But Neptune is squaring the Full Moon, creating confusion or you may idealize what you see (only the good), blurring reality so you’re not sure what the truth or facts actually are. Not great for decision-making…
Neptune square the Full Moon invites you to go within, utilizing your preferred method of transcendence for creating peace, stillness and rest that offers you comfort and direction. Sound healing, singing, nature, salt baths, meditation and chanting are some practices you might try. Neptune is aligned with frequencies and vibrations – those you hear and those you can feel.
On a higher level, Gemini is conscious awareness, Sagittarius is Higher Truth and Neptune is Divine Love – empathy, compassion and non-judgment. What do you want to learn, share or become that will serve you and the Greater Good? Consider your your convictions and align your life with your inner guidance.
Dec 15 – Mercury turns Direct, and new info should come to light as the days unfold, providing you with a new perspective that will assist you in decision-making when you are ready. Be patient and wait to make any major decisions. More will be revealed…
Mercury in Sagittarius (Ruler of the Gemini Full Moon) trines Mars Retrograde in Leo, initiating ideas that you may want to act on, but it’s not a good time. Wait until the planets get moving after a week for better results and if you must begin now, pack your patience and allow for new info to be revealed as Mercury picks up steam going forward.
Dec 18 – Sun square Neptune. This is not a day for spreadsheets, linear focus, details or deadlines. This is a day for creative expression and enjoyment, rest, leisure activities, therapeutic care, spiritual practices or time with loved ones (human and furry friends :)). You may feel sluggish or soft, as your energy is being called within by Neptune, and I hope you make good use of it by tapping into your feelings, intuition and energetic connections, gently in flow.
Neptune rules movies, dance, film, photography, dreams (waking and sleeping), and mystical pursuits, among other things. Neptune sees the world through its own lens, so if you can detach from 3D you can experience your own personal virtual reality :)) That’s what mystics, artists and creatives do… and that’s what children do naturally…
Dec 19 – Venus trine Jupiter. This is about happiness, joy, blessings and flow. The gifts of life in harmony with generosity, abundance, rewards of your efforts – you never know how it will manifest but it is sweet. It may be appreciation, kindness or an act of love. It is beautiful, precious and always welcomed, no matter the form it arrives in – love and abundance is the grace of life.
The Winter Solstice is on Dec 21 when the Sun enters Capricorn at 1:21am PST. This week will be slow moving due to Mars Retrograde, Mercury just turning Direct, with Saturn and Neptune inching along. Info and commerce may be glitchy, which can be inconvenient during holiday shopping, travel and communications, but it is also an opportune time to slow down and chill out as much as possible.
Allow the universe to speak to you and guide you lovingly. Practice gratitude, appreciate the love all around you, disconnect from anything low vibe that isn’t good for you and make it your business to practice impeccable Self-care. Every little thing counts!
Your Light is needed, your love is needed; lend a hand where you can. Together we are collectively creating our New World.
“I am not a library, I am a lighthouse.
You have to attune yourself to my vibration.
Don’t bother studying me.
Just tune in and soon you will discover
the vibration of the Self.
To try and study takes a long time.
If you tune in, you actually expand a hundred times faster than studying, but it requires a trusting and a letting go —
the thing your mind is most afraid of.” ~ Mooji
“Emptiness is not really empty. Emptiness is full of everything. The “everything” just isn’t manifest.” ~ Ram Dass
“What lies behind us and what lies before us are tiny matters compared to what lies within us.” ~ William Morrow
As always, I am grateful for your presence on our journey together.
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Lisa E Zimmerman is an Intuitive Astrologer, Transformational Coach and Creator of Awakened Life Retreats, helping seekers discover who they came here to be and how to create an evolving, empowered and meaningful life. It is a joyful, heartfelt journey. www.soullevelsolutions.com ❤️