Written by Lisa E Zimmerman
Nov 21 – We awaken in the Scorpio New Moon energy, with the Sun opposing Uranus and trining Neptune. There is spiritual support for any instability you feel, inviting you to surrender your ego and connect to your inner True North for centering.
Any changes you face are here to shake up stagnant energy, so be willing to adapt to alternative ways of operating or trying new paths forward. You are being liberated from old patterns that are weighing you down or holding you hostage, as Neptune dissolves barriers to aid your insight and third eye vision.
With five planets Retrograde, go within for discovery, growth and guidance as you purge whatever feels toxic to your system (physical, mental, emotional, spiritual). Saturn’s Station slows the pace and creates a more concentrated experience; its turnaround on Nov 27 (Thanksgiving) will amplify the stillness. Hurry up and contemplate…
Nov 21 – As the Sun enters Sagittarius @ 5:36pm PST we feel a shift in the collective as more faith, optimism and possibilities arise, along with a big picture vision. The goal is to find what’s meaningful for you, where you feel aligned, what gives your life purpose, passion and knowing what is true for YOU.
When you connect to what truly inspires you, it’s a profound, empowering anchor that will propel you forward, allowing you to transcend obstacles that might have stopped you otherwise. I know, I’ve experienced it multiple times in my life. If you’re not there now (or yet) and want to be, don’t be discouraged. Rather, be open, receptive, committed and get ready, by staying engaged in your process of growth and evolution. Have faith, as Divine Timing is always impeccable.
Nov 22 – Mercury trine Saturn. Mercury trine Jupiter. Mercury Retrograde in the Grand Water Trine invites you to reconsider your thoughts, words, attitudes and projections. Whatever bothers you about others is a mirror for you about You. Is there something you’re being shown that you’ve refused to allow in or see, so you can stay the same?
Mercury Rx trine Saturn and Jupiter can make steady progress, but expansion, a higher perspective or a wider net is part of the equation. We’re all being asked to spiral up and evolve; this is part of the process that embodies an ending/new beginning, but something has to go. Think about your thinking and whether or not it’s supporting your growth (and don’t rationalize to justify your rightness :)) And listen, we humans can be very set in our ways, so be kind to yourself. Wherever you’re meant to be led, I believe it’s working on you anyway…
Nov 23 – Sun sextile Pluto. You could have heightened clarity about your path, purpose, direction, your Self and your gifts today. A great day for focused personal work, strategic visioning for your future and actions that elevate your Self-expression and creativity. Very powerful, Sun in Sagittarius and Pluto in Aquarius are looking to innovate the future with optimism, faith and fresh possibilities!
Nov 24 – Mercury conjunct Venus in Scorpio. You may have a deep conversation, transforming creative expression or a magnetic connection with another. Someone can have a profound impact on you, no matter what the circumstance b/c the interaction hits at a soul level, a sexual level or an energetic level that is transformational in some way. If this is you and a healer (or if you are the healer), this would be magic! A good day for deeper discussions that require staying power to get really real.
Nov 26 – Venus trine Jupiter and Venus trine Saturn. Magnetic Venus in Scorpio arrives in the Grand Water Trine, with passionate desires, control and power, met by nurturing Jupiter in Cancer and receptive Saturn in Pisces. Now you can explore where you are regarding Self-love, worthiness, your values and if they’re being met.
You may give and receive blessings today, you may make a commitment to another or a vow to your Self (yes, yes, yes!). If you ignore or avoid Self-love to be there for others, you’ll never feel whole. You are important and worthy. Not ego-worthy, heart-worthy. Precious. This is powerful energy for explorations of the heart, to claim what’s needed, wanted, what you have to share and the motivation for it (a check in).
Nov 27 – Thanksgiving. Traditionally, this is a holiday associated with gratitude, abundance and blessings. This year Saturn Stations Direct on TG, casting a heavier tone on the day (Saturn), as well as the very watery chart. Super emotional.
Saturn Stations Direct at 25º Pisces. When Saturn appears to stand still it amplifies its energy. Saturn is part of the Grand Water Trine and in Pisces, it’s feelings, sacrificing, service, Oneness, intuitive, merging—and we have Mercury and Venus in Scorpio (hidden thoughts, intense desires). Saturn can withdraw, feel heavy, maybe over hurt feelings. Or with this configuration people may be compassionate, caring and willing to be of service for those less fortunate. The dinner conversation could get into some deep topic that is not a typical dinner conversation (Scorpio). Stay tuned. I suggest you create the holiday that you desire.
On Nov 29 Mercury turns Direct, so Black Friday is on the final day of Mercury Retrograde (Nov 28). What a setup for snafus. Whatever you buy, check the return policy, get a receipt and read the fine print multiple times. I think Black Friday started a month ago, as the marketing, sales, shopping frenzy is out of control.
Tune in to your Self and you may want to rethink consumerism. It’s a mind game, with algorithms and indoctrinations. The truth has been revealed to us how a small group of people control what we see, hear, read and even buy. Buying local is sweet and connecting. I’m not judging, just asking you to think about what you are doing and why you’re doing it. That’s empowerment.
The days of living on autopilot are so over. That’s part of what this Retrograde energy is all about. Who are you (now), what’s changed or changing and what can you release to lighten your load moving forward?
What’s important to you now is often dependent on your stage of life and current circumstances. I suggest that you make it conscious and be willing to rethink any aspect of Self if you receive info or feedback that shows you something isn’t working. If so, there’s a message for you. Please get the message; it’s for your benefit and ultimately, The Greater Good.
Wishing you many blessings on this Thanksgiving.
I am always grateful for your presence on our journey together. 🌷
“The most useful thing we can do now is to cultivate an unwavering inner stability that does not collapse in the face of chaos.” ~ Jolie Wilson
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“Thank you, India, thank you providence, thank you disillusionment, thank you nothingness, thank you clarity, thank you, thank you, silence.” ~ Alannis Morrisette, Thank U (this song is stellar!)
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“Everyone is my teacher. Some I seek. Some I subconsciously attract. Often I learn simply by observing others. Some may be completely unaware that I’m learning from them, yet I bow deeply in gratitude.” ~ Eric Allen
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“Our beliefs create the kind of world we believe in. We project our feelings, thoughts and attitudes onto the world. I can create a different world by changing my belief about the world. Our inner state creates the outer and not vice versa.” ~ John Bradshaw
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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 ❤️