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Current Astro –Oct 23, 2026

Written by Lisa Zimmerman

This week is deep, deep, deep. With two planets changing signs and Mercury changing direction just before the Full Moon, we are guaranteed to experience a shift in energy and focus. Or a lack thereof. What’s been buried is asking to be acknowledged, felt and ultimately transformed.

Oct 23-Nov 21 – Sun in Scorpio

The Sun in passionate Scorpio rules power, powerlessness, transformation (death and rebirth), and calls us beneath the surface to seek truth and to face hidden feelings, motivations and desires. It invites you to acknowledge and reclaim parts of your Self that have been hidden or denied.

This is where real power comes from — the courage to honor your vulnerability and discover who you are underneath your defenses, where your innocence lives. Challenge any fear-based thinking that keeps you “in the bunker” and blinds you to your own power and soul mission.

Scorpio season is an opportune time for shadow work (blind spots), healing and releasing the old to create space for new, incoming energies that will fuel your growth and evolution. Avoid power struggles and watch for hidden agendas. Don’t take things at face value — when in doubt, do your detective work to find out what is really going on.

Watch for defensive thinking that can block you from seeing the big picture. Examine your current choices and make decisions from your Higher Self and inspired direction. If your mind kicks in with  objections, it’s your job to examine them. Is the objection reasonable, calling for a solution — or is it an old, restrictive story that’s holding you hostage?

Rather than resist, reveals, find the help to go within and do your healing work if you need it. I think you will be amazed, as the truth will set you free.

 

Oct 23 – Venus Retrograde Cazimi the Sun

The Sun and Venus Retrograde meet at 0º Scorpio to close a 100-year cycle that can feel like a Full Moon, bringing culmination, completion and release for your renewal. Venus Cazimi symbolizes a renewal of the heart — a moment when what you love, desire and value comes into the light of awareness.

You may recognize a desire you’ve buried, see an old relationship differently, or realize that what you once valued is no longer aligned with who you are. An insight can emerge now whose meaning unfolds through the rest of the Retrograde. Pay attention to what arises for you.

 

Oct 24-Nov 13 – Mercury Retrograde

With Mercury Retrograde in Scorpio, it’s the perfect time to heal dysfunctional beliefs that are in conflict with your intentions. The object is to integrate any limitations that keep you in a safe, protected cocoon that was prescribed for you long ago by your role in the family, which gave you a message about who you are and what’s possible for you.

Here’s the question: Are you living a life that’s a joyful expression of Authentic You or are you living a blueprint that is based on the ideas of others? And more importantly, is it working for you?

As you probably know, Mercury Retrograde is a 3-week period when your linear mind is offline and the focus is on your Right Brain — nonlinear, intuitive and feeling. It is perfect for spiritual practices, creativity, compassion, empathy, dreams and Oneness. But not good for dealing with details, as things get missed, mixed up and tech issues can pop up. So move slowly and decide in advance to be patient and positive. Keep your focus on what you want to create and be mindful. 

 

Oct 25-Dec 4 – Venus in Libra

Venus Retrogrades back into Libra, inviting you to revisit relationships, restore balance and reconsider what harmony looks like for you. Notice if/when you compromise to keep the peace, give more than you receive or make your desires second (or last). This is an opportunity to realign with your values and create more honest, honoring connections that nourish your heart.

Oct 25 – Full Moon in Taurus @ 9:12pm PDT

The tension between holding on to what’s familiar and letting go to grow brings your values, $$, self-worth and attachments into focus. The Full Moon illuminates issues around security and comfort (Taurus), while Scorpio pushes you to face your shadow, purge and release that which is complete, outdated, holding you back or weighing you down. Dysfunctional issues regarding $$ and power are ripe for breakthroughs if you dare to get real and seek a solution.

Both the Sun and Moon square Pluto, intensifying feelings and revealing where fear or control may be keeping you tied to something you’ve outgrown. This pushes you to recognize what truly sustains you and make any course corrections needed, creating space for a deeper sense of peace and security within your Self.

 

Oct 28 – Venus Retrograde opposite Chiron

Venus opposite Chiron can activate old insecurities around your lovability, rejection and worthiness, revealing where you seek approval or sacrifice your needs to feel acceptable. If so, this is showing you what is calling for attention within you. In its higher expression, you radiate compassion, empathy and create a safe space that fosters intimacy. You can be caring without caretaking, as you model healthy love and boundaries with others.

The exploration is deep this week and you may be confronted with information or realizations that you weren’t anticipating. Open to it as you learn, awaken and grow. I recommend extra TLC and space to navigate. Don’t overload your schedule if possible – and be flexible. The big challenge is to keep your heart open, no matter what.

“I am lovable and I am loved.” My AA sponsor made me call her for 30 days in a row and leave that message on her answering machine (30+ years ago). It sounds silly, but it was powerful, because I knew she really cared about me. What an angel. Use that with anyone who might need it.

Keep your heart open. That is the work. Your willingness to face yourself honestly will create greater possibilities for transformation. Your unconscious holds buried treasure and what you discover can lead to your destiny.

Don’t fear what you don’t know. Your awakening helps to awaken the world.

 

As always, I am grateful for your presence on our journey together.

 

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“Those with power never willingly concede their control.” ~ Elizabeth Lesser, Broken Open 

 

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“I am the essence of pure Goodness. My Goodness has nothing to do with my actions or the actions of anyone else.” ~ The Goodness Process, channeled by AlixSandra Parness

 

 

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“The only person who can decide to change and take back your life is you.” ~ d.agustin stokic 

 

 

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“The Soul comes to earth to learn lessons, not to get married or get this job or that job. The question is: What lesson does your soul want to learn?” ~ Elizabeth Lesser, Broken Open 

 

© 2026 Lisa E Zimmerman • All Rights Reserved • Soul Level Solutions

 

Lisa E Zimmerman is an Intuitive Astrologer, Transformational Mentor and Creator of Awakened Life Circles and Retreats, helping soulful seekers in transition create an abundant, empowered, meaningful life. It is a heartfelt journey. www.soullevelsolutions.com ❤️

Written by Lisa E Zimmerman

This week is deep, deep, deep. With two planets changing signs and Mercury changing direction just before the Full Moon, we are guaranteed to experience a shift in energy and focus. Or a lack thereof. What’s been buried is asking to be acknowledged, felt and ultimately transformed.

 

Oct 23-Nov 21 – Sun in Scorpio

 

The Sun in passionate Scorpio rules power, powerlessness, transformation (death and rebirth), and calls us beneath the surface to seek truth and to face hidden feelings, motivations and desires. It invites you to acknowledge and reclaim parts of your Self that have been hidden or denied. 

 

This is where real power comes from — the courage to honor your vulnerability and discover who you are underneath your defenses, where your innocence lives. Challenge any fear-based thinking that keeps you “in the bunker” and blinds you to your own power and soul mission.

 

Scorpio season is an opportune time for shadow work (blind spots), healing and releasing the old to create space for new, incoming energies that will fuel your growth and evolution. Avoid power struggles and watch for hidden agendas. Don’t take things at face value — when in doubt, do your detective work to find out what is really going on.

 

Watch for defensive thinking that can block you from seeing the big picture. Examine your current choices and make decisions from your Higher Self and inspired direction. If your mind kicks in with  objections, it’s your job to examine them. Is the objection reasonable, calling for a solution — or is it an old, restrictive story that’s holding you hostage?

 

Rather than resist, reveals, find the help to go within and do your healing work if you need it. I think you will be amazed, as the truth will set you free. 

 

Oct 23 – Venus Retrograde Cazimi the Sun 

 

The Sun and Venus Retrograde meet at 0º Scorpio to close a 100-year cycle that can feel like a Full Moon, bringing culmination, completion and release for your renewal. Venus Cazimi symbolizes a renewal of the heart — a moment when what you love, desire and value comes into the light of awareness. 

 

You may recognize a desire you’ve buried, see an old relationship differently, or realize that what you once valued is no longer aligned with who you are. An insight can emerge now whose meaning unfolds through the rest of the Retrograde. Pay attention to what arises for you.

 

Oct 24-Nov 13 – Mercury Retrograde

 

With Mercury Retrograde in Scorpio, it’s the perfect time to heal dysfunctional beliefs that are in conflict with your intentions. The object is to integrate any limitations that keep you in a safe, protected cocoon that was prescribed for you long ago by your role in the family, which gave you a message about who you are and what’s possible for you. 

 

Here’s the question: Are you living a life that’s a joyful expression of Authentic You or are you living a blueprint that is based on the ideas of others? And more importantly, is it working for you?

 

As you probably know, Mercury Retrograde is a 3-week period when your linear mind is offline and the focus is on your Right Brain — nonlinear, intuitive and feeling. It is perfect for spiritual practices, creativity, compassion, empathy, dreams and Oneness. But not good for dealing with details, as things get missed, mixed up and tech issues can pop up. So move slowly and decide in advance to be patient and positive. Keep your focus on what you want to create and be mindful. 

 

Oct 25-Dec 4 – Venus in Libra

 

Venus Retrogrades back into Libra, inviting you to revisit relationships, restore balance and reconsider what harmony looks like for you. Notice if/when you compromise to keep the peace, give more than you receive or make your desires second (or last). This is an opportunity to realign with your values and create more honest, honoring connections that nourish your heart.

 

Oct 25 – Full Moon in Taurus @ 9:12pm PDT

 

The tension between holding on to what’s familiar and letting go to grow brings your values, $$, self-worth and attachments into focus. The Full Moon illuminates issues around security and comfort (Taurus), while Scorpio pushes you to face your shadow, purge and release that which is complete, outdated, holding you back or weighing you down. Dysfunctional issues regarding $$ and power are ripe for breakthroughs if you dare to get real and seek a solution. 

 

Both the Sun and Moon square Pluto, intensifying feelings and revealing where fear or control may be keeping you tied to something you’ve outgrown. This pushes you to recognize what truly sustains you and make any course corrections needed, creating space for a deeper sense of peace and security within your Self.

 

Oct 28 – Venus Retrograde opposite Chiron

 

Venus opposite Chiron can activate old insecurities around your lovability, rejection and worthiness, revealing where you seek approval or sacrifice your needs to feel acceptable. If so, this is showing you what is calling for attention within you. In its higher expression, you radiate compassion, empathy and create a safe space that fosters intimacy. You can be caring without caretaking, as you model healthy love and boundaries with others.

 

The exploration is deep this week and you may be confronted with information or realizations that you weren’t anticipating. Open to it as you learn, awaken and grow. I recommend extra TLC and space to navigate. Don’t overload your schedule if possible – and be flexible. The big challenge is to keep your heart open, no matter what.

 

“I am lovable and I am loved.” My AA sponsor made me call her for 30 days in a row and leave that message on her answering machine (30+ years ago). It sounds silly, but it was powerful, because I knew she really cared about me. What an angel. Use that with anyone who might need it. 

 

Keep your heart open. That is the work. Your willingness to face yourself honestly will create greater possibilities for transformation. Your unconscious holds buried treasure and what you discover can lead to your destiny. 

 

Don’t fear what you don’t know. Your awakening helps to awaken the world. 

 

As always, I am grateful for your presence on our journey together.

 

🌷

 

“Those with power never willingly concede their control.” ~ Elizabeth Lesser, Broken Open 

 

🌷

 

“I am the essence of pure Goodness. My Goodness has nothing to do with my actions or the actions of anyone else.” ~ The Goodness Process, channeled by AlixSandra Parness

 

🌷

 

“The only person who can decide to change and take back your life is you.” ~ d.agustin stokic 

 

🌷

 

“The Soul comes to earth to learn lessons, not to get married or get this job or that job. The question is: What lesson does your soul want to learn?” ~ Elizabeth Lesser, Broken Open 

 

© 2026 Lisa E Zimmerman • All Rights Reserved • Soul Level Solutions

 

Lisa E Zimmerman is an Intuitive Astrologer, Transformational Mentor and Creator of Awakened Life Circles and Retreats, helping soulful seekers in transition create an abundant, empowered, meaningful life. It is a heartfelt journey. www.soullevelsolutions.com ❤️

Written by Lisa E Zimmerman

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Venus is Retrograde in alchemical Scorpio, sign of power, control and transformation. Venus wants cooperation and harmony, whereas magnetic Scorpio seeks intensity, passion and what is hidden. Scorpio probes, diving into deep water to see what’s really real. Shadowy truths. Things you don’t want anyone to see.

Your willingness to face the dark honestly creates possibilities for transformation. I suggest that you open to any revelations that come to light regarding you and relationships, $$, abundance, creativity and your worthiness.

Anything that appears and needs attention is for your growth and evolution. If you sweep it under the rug, it will show up again later in some other form. Do your work and allow helpers to support you, so you can become wiser, lighter, freer with greater choices in how you operate moving forward. This is prime-time for course corrections in all areas related to you and your quality of life.

Oct 10 – New Moon in Libra @ 8:50am PDT

The New Moon in Libra invites new beginnings in how you operate in relationships, with abundance, balance and in connection, with a harmonious outcome, if possible.

This new beginning is asking for some kind of change; maybe it’s asking you to value or honor your Self on a new level, revisit an old issue or relationship with greater awareness to make new choices. A do-over. Creating from a higher consciousness. Maybe have a reading (Astrology, Human Design, Tarot, Enneagram, Psychic, Numerology, QHHT) to get fresh input and a new perspective. When it’s just you examining your life, you can have tunnel vision.

Think about what you want to create or call in on this New Moon — and if you don’t know, ask for clarity. Then take an action after the Moon is New, such as journaling, meditating, brainstorming, walking in nature, asking your Spirit Guides to give you a sign. You will receive the clarity you need in Divine Timing. Don’t try to force knowing; it doesn’t work that way. It will come through when you are relaxed and open, not contracted and tense. If you have a clear vision, create your New Moon Intention and take an action toward your goal over the next few days.

The New Moon sextile Jupiter in Leo 

This can bring generosity, hope, wisdom and a wider perspective, with solutions that override drama. With the South Node also in Leo, notice if/where a need for approval or recognition interferes with the authentic expression of your beautiful heart. Jupiter in Leo can lift others up or it can suck all the air out of the room. Does your presence elevate the space you’re in or are you operating to feed your needs? Don’t shrink — shine your light.

Venus Retrograde in Scorpio squaring Mars in Leo

You may experience a conflict between a desire to be open and a need to run the show, to be visible and appreciated. Magnetic attractions are possible, as well as wounded pride and power struggles, but this will instigate a standoff between two areas of your life if it touches you personally, asking for resolution.

Although we’re in ongoing issues around power, control, protection and aggression in the collective, you can modulate your desires and drive to focus on creating deliberately, rather than succumbing to your lower nature in reaction. It’s a worthy practice that will change your life.

Venus is feminine “receptive” energy and Mars is masculine “independent” energy – and we all have both archetypes within us. Many people are overdeveloped on one side or the other, but the goal is to embody both expressions so you can give and receive freely, rather than living out of balance.

If your receiving muscle is weak, you probably handle everything yourself, never ask for help, may experience burnout, and definitely miss out on the beauty of receiving and true intimacy. This is an issue that can change your life just by practicing allowing others in a little bit more every day. Baby steps. One day at a time.

Oct 15 – Pluto Stations Direct

Pluto has been Retrograde since May ‘26 retracing its steps and now it stops to turn Direct. This is peak intensity when Plutonian energy reverberates, as what’s hidden is revealed, life and death issues are highlighted, power plays and control is featured. The heightened drama on the world stage is ultimately serving a greater purpose than meets the eye on the surface, but it will take time to play out.

If Pluto is making a hard aspect to one of your personal planets or angles, you’ve been in process with this for some time and you have may have faced some heavy challenges. The call is to surrender old attachments (easier said than done), that will be followed by a path of recovery, rebuilding, recreating and a slow ascent, even if you’re trudging along. Keep going, you are stronger than you know. This is a fated path, it will be worth it and you are worth it.

If Pluto is making a harmonious aspect to a personal planet or angle, the experience you have will depend on your path and alignment with your Authentic Self. With Pluto, you are in the midst of a transformational process that is a sacred turning point in your life and this will transform some aspect of your life, stripping away what is not You – or not for you, leading to an evolved expression of You. This is how you recover the power you have given away to people, authorities, paradigms, comfort zones and anything else that applies.

We’ll be moving into new territory by Feb 2027, unknown and untested, but I have faith that we are being prepared and we will land on our feet. Know that you are powerful, resilient and here on purpose.

Mercury Retrograde is coming on Oct 24-Nov 13 so take care of any holiday scheduling, purchases,

project launches or car servicing as soon as possible.

As always, I am grateful for your presence on our journey together.

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“The important balance of Yin and Yang in our lives teaches us that harmony is achieved through embracing our differences.” ~ The Tao

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“God may be in the details, but the goddess is in the questions. Once we begin to ask them, there’s no turning back.” ~ Gloria Steinem

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“Without a higher purpose, human beings move in circles.” ~ Richard Rudd

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“We cease believing that pain, poverty, struggle, and lack are qualities of spirituality. We will move through these lessons without rationalizing or intellectualizing, creating more space for Light.” ~ Starr Fuentes

© 2026 Lisa E Zimmerman • All Rights Reserved • Soul Level Solutions

Lisa E Zimmerman is an Intuitive Astrologer, Transformational Guide and Creator of Awakened Life Retreats, helping soulful seekers in transition create an abundant, empowered, meaningful life. It is a heartfelt journey. HYPERLINK “https://www.soullevelsolutions.com/” \t “_blank”www.soullevelsolutions.com ❤️

Written by Lisa E Zimmerman

It feels like we’ve been traveling through the birth canal for years, with an energetic rhythm that is moving us back and forth. Often in baby steps. Now we’re crossing another threshold as we do every year, but this time it feels different due to all the dynamic movement around us.

Can you feel yourself percolating and preparing to become the next expression of You? It feels as if we’re getting closer, even with all the Retrograde planets. With each healing, correction, integration and step forward, you become a new expression of You.

We open the week with Chiron in Aries until next April and this is a period in which you’re invited to claim your will and take courageous actions. Think: taking a stand for what you know you are here to do and stepping up. If you’ve been holding back, it’s time to challenge your self-doubt and come out of hiding. This is about living in truth and daring to be your Self. You will feel where you belong and you can release relationships that are complete.

Sept 18 – Mercury opposite Saturn

This can indicate a roadblock, a serious communication or a decision that has long-term consequences. You may be implementing new boundaries, downsizing, simplifying or clarifying your priorities. Old commitments may no longer feel aligned for you and where you’re going. Act from your authority and trust your Inner Guidance. It’s not always easy to renegotiate or break away, but you can feel when it’s necessary for your growth and alignment.

Sept 21 – Mercury sextile Jupiter

The week opens with conversations, abundant info, big ideas and possibilities. You may be inspired or inspiring, with bold messages transmitted via writing, speaking, teaching or networking with people who expand your world — or you expand theirs. This is fertile ground for joyful expression, sales, good news and fruitful connections that can happen when you get in the game. Enjoy!

Sept 22 – Fall Equinox / Sun in Libra @ 5:05pm PDT

The Fall Equinox is the official end of the summer season when the Sun enters 0º Libra and you will feel the shift it brings. On the Equinox the light and dark hours are equal, and spiritually the focus is on the harvest and gratitude for our many blessings. With all that is challenging these days, remember to appreciate the gifts of abundance in your life.

The dynamic movement of yin and yang within the Tao is also reflected in the Fall Equinox. It marks a shift from the outward, expansive yang half of the year to the inward, reflective yin half. Light and warmth begin to diminish and darkness, coolness and receptivity increases. It invites us to align with nature by turning inward, conserving our energy and allowing what is ready to fall away. 

Libra is the conscious mirror, focused on relationships, beauty, harmony and balance; it seeks cooperation, compromise and collaboration. Libra desires peace and, in our world, that requires you to create inner peace and centering to avoid reactions that disempower you. Be as objective as possible, while deciding what makes sense for you in each moment. Libra is an air sign that processes mentally and can see both sides of a conflict or difference. To be empowered, hold an aerial view and witness both sides from a higher octave.

This is also about giving and receiving, which is one of the most profound relationships dynamics. Many of you are Givers and give generously and willingly, always there to help. This is a beautiful quality, but I invite you to check your ability to receive. If receiving is not easy or familiar, this is your work — and the effects will appear in all areas of your life if you are a DIY-type, always self-sufficient and self-reliant. Remember, you are seeking balance. This will change your life!

Sept 25 – Sun opposite Neptune

 

The Sun in Libra opposes Neptune in Aries a few days later. This can stimulate your intuitive gifts, spirit and creativity or it can create confusion, doubt and worry. Higher or lower expressions.

Direct your attention to dreaming your future, utilizing your favorite spiritual practices and turning within for inner peace and stability. There is infinite potential available to fuel your spirit, imagination, third eye vision, compassion and empathy. Directing your attention deliberately will prevent your wandering mind from going down dark alleys when left unattended. This is always true.

From Sept 26 – 28, Pluto and Uranus form a Grand Trine with the Sun transmitting powerful transpersonal frequencies for a makeover. You’ve been under cosmic construction for a long while now and this is an activation weekend. With an emotional Full Moon in Aries it will be a major release and reboot for you and your relationships. Next level, with all the outer planets in on the action.

Venus is in its shadow, preparing to turn Retrograde from Oct 3-Nov 13. This will be an intense Venus Retrograde in Scorpio, bringing up issues around worthiness, $$, relationships and love that is ripe for exploration — and it will go deep. This is about transformation, death and rebirth, the Phoenix Rising.

If anything is emerging in these areas for you, it’s a preview of what is ready to be seen, healed, integrated and aligned during this three month process. Rather than allowing fear to disable you, decide that you are ready to transcend the limitations that have made life hard for you. Any work needed is so worth it!

We are all in this Venus Retrograde masterclass together and it will be interesting to experience how we are transformed and will emerge renewed.

As always, I am grateful for your presence on our journey together.

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“There are two ways of spreading light: to be the candle or the mirror that reflects it.” ~ Edith Wharton

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“When fear is in love’s clothing, fear takes on the language of love.” ~ Emmanuel, channeled by Pat Rodegast

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“Every day, you reinvent yourself. You’re always in motion. But you decide every day: forward or backward.” ~ James Altucher

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“No genuine longing can remain unfulfilled.” ~ Kahlil Gibran

© 2026 Lisa E Zimmerman • All Rights Reserved • Soul Level Solutions

Lisa E Zimmerman is an Intuitive Astrologer, Transformational Guide and Creator of Awakened Life Retreats, helping soulful seekers in transition create an abundant, empowered, meaningful life. It is a heartfelt journey. HYPERLINK “https://www.soullevelsolutions.com/”www.soullevelsolutions.com