Current Astro Events- December 15,2023

Lisa E ZimmermanCosmic Consciousness Weekly

Written by Lisa E Zimmerman

This week culminates in the Winter Solstice on Dec 21, as the Sun enters the aspirational sign of Capricorn at 7:27pm PST initiating a rebirth, as winter officially begins with the Return of the Light. But prior to that, there are lively aspects present that can expand your consciousness, allowing for a renewed experience of reality if you will loosen your grip on your old “structures of knowing” (beliefs). Not always easy to do, but a worthy cause…

Dec 16 – The Sun square Neptune. Higher experience or lower? This spacious energy of imagination and infinite potential literally has no boundaries or limitations. Tapping into higher dimensional realities can activate downloads, messages, creative flow, supports spiritual practices, being in nature and/or service that feeds the spirit and elevates your reality. There is no limit to what you can dream up – and yes, your dreams are real. If they are in your consciousness, they are meant for YOU!

But Sun-Neptune can also create illusions that mislead, deceive or disappoint you (idealizing others), can bring up grief, melancholy, disillusionment, victimhood or escapism when the world feels too harsh. It’s up to you to utilize the energy in healthy ways – and if you are hurting, reach out for help. Neptune can go low, but it can rebound and rise up like no other, so never, never give up if you’re on the downside.

Dec 18 – Mercury trine Jupiter. This is an upbeat, productive aspect with bright ideas and solid plans, giving and receiving good news or positive communications that may be the continuation of something you began on Dec 7 when Mercury and Jupiter met earlier this month. The energy is stable, grounded and practical, yet it will expand your world. A wonderful gift, so use it well!

Dec 19 – The Sun conjunct the Galactic Center. This is an annual event, as the Sun crosses the center of the Milky Way, downloading frequencies that you may not be aware of. This affects the collective, as life on the planet is ascending more rapidly than our human minds can grasp, which accelerates our spiritual evolution. Focus on the idea of grace being delivered to all and to you, no matter what the world looks like. We are in the breakdown before the breakthrough.

Dec 20 – Venus opposite Uranus. This indicates a rebellious or impulsive action, seeking liberation. This can be a breakup, breaking out of a stale situation or a breakthrough. But it arises spontaneously after feeling oppressed for a time, when you can’t take anymore. Don’t burn a bridge you will later regret.

In relationship, Venus is connection and Uranus, independence and change, which means one is reaching out and the other is breaking away. It can be an unavailable person, jealousy or excitement, but it’s fleeting or chaotic, or the unexpected interferes with your Self-worth or love object. Venus is in Scorpio, so it won’t just lie down if there is interference with your heart’s desire.

The level of spiritual maturity will determine how things play out based on the plot line, but there is a lesson and healing involved depending on how personal the circumstances are if this touches your life. It can refer to your Self-worth, $$, relationships, beauty, style or creativity. I think this is meant to highlight weak areas if you are triggered by Uranus (the unexpected) and where you are operating in lack if you are triggered by Venus (love, $$, what you value). Notice what comes up for you, if anything, and put it on the Needs Attention for Healing list going forward.

Dec 21 – Mercury sextile Saturn. This pair is perfect for schedules, plans, outlines, structures, agreements and it is a follow up to Dec 2 when they met for the first time this month, therefore, you may be continuing something you began earlier. Mercury in Capricorn is so clear and well organized, which is perfect for creating your Winter Solstice Intentions, as it will help you articulate your goals for 2024.

Dec 21 – Winter Solstice / Sun in Capricorn. The shortest day of the year and The Return of the Light, a reverent time of withdrawal and reflection. This is a powerful time to acknowledge the road you’ve traveled over the past year, as you look ahead with vision, faith and gratitude for your experience.

The Sun in Capricorn brings you down to earth with practical actions, thinking, reality checks and an eye on responsibility. In the midst of the holidays, this supports grounding and staying conscious, especially during Mercury Retrograde (thru Jan 1).

On a metaphysical level, Capricorn urges you to claim your Inner Authority and learn to trust your Self when making decisions (what feels right for you), rather than looking for outside approval, permission or agreement. If you need support, ok, but being directed by others or being a “follower” is disempowering.

You cannot be in your power if you are living by someone else’s decisions. Time to step into YOUR life, your way! If you don’t know how to do it, get help asap – it will change everything!

What a sacred, fertile, supportive week we have in store for us – full of potential for opening, organizing, liberating, contemplating and visioning for 2024. Elements are coming together and falling into place on various levels, many beyond our 3D minds. You don’t have to do everything yourself. Tend to your world and your sacred space and allow the peace within and beauty of the season to soothe your heart and soul.

Wishing you a beautiful Solstice.

“People are like stained-glass windows. They sparkle and shine when the sun is out, but when the darkness sets in, their beauty is revealed only if there is a light from within.” ~ Elisabeth Kubler- Ross

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

© 2023 Lisa E Zimmermann • All Rights Reserved • Soul Level Solutions

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 ❤

Current Astro Events – Dec 8, 2023

Lisa E ZimmermanCosmic Consciousness Weekly

Written by Lisa E Zimmerman

This week you may experience hope or inspired dreams that lift your spirits to renewed heights, as you envision possibilities that feel like blessings — fertile and full of promise! The New Moon in Sagittarius, ruled by optimistic, expansive Jupiter, aligns with your ideals, has a vision and is ready to go. This is fun and can be productive if you allow yourself to drop into it. More on the rest in a minute, but first…

Dec 9 – Venus opposite Jupiter. Venus (relationships, $$, values) opposing Jupiter (ruler of Sagittarius) can manifest in various ways. Jupiter in a hard aspect can overdo it. If something is good (and Venus is the good stuff), Jupiter wants more! Watch for overspending or overindulging in anything that feels good. Discernment is key; the boundaries are yours. Know when to say when. This could be a special dinner out, an engagement, a major purchase. With considered thought, you are worth it.
If you are usually frugal or don’t allow yourself to have much fun, this could be a good stretch for you. Again, in proportion to staying within reason. Be conscious and loving to yourself – and others. This is a judgment call, so shower yourself and others with love – and allow yourself to receive love, gifts and have fun! This is perfect for socializing and holiday parties if you’re into it, but watch for those who overindulge in drinking and other substances.

Dec 11 – Mercury sextile Venus. Mercury is mental processes and Venus is your values, and you are making decisions about what feels right for you going forward. Mercury in Capricorn is a decision-maker and a planner. Venus in Scorpio is deep and goes to your core values, an inside job. Mercury is turning Retrograde, so there will be time to reflect on how you want to structure your life going forward – what to keep and what to release. Mercury in Capricorn and Venus in Scorpio don’t make frivolous moves, so the time and space for consideration about how you want to live will serve you well.

Dec 12 – New Moon at 20o Sagittarius @ 3:32 pm PDT.
A New Moon is usually the time for new beginnings, but Mercury Retrograde occurs day after this New Moon, so you can set your intentions knowing that the time for actions in the external world will mostly wait until later – and things will have changed by Jan 2024 when Mercury turns Direct. So make your New Moon Intentions, plan, make connections and work behind the scenes doing what you can to prepare and adjust as necessary going forward.

Sagittarius rules the meaning of life, truth-telling, foreign travel, philosophy, belief systems, high ideals, social causes and the big picture. You are being called to contribute to something greater than you. Sagittarius has faith, with total commitment to their ideals and vision. It is that faith in the unseen that often brings success or a positive result due to the unwavering optimism and conviction in their belief.

The New Moon:
* trines the North Node of Destiny, leading us forward to our Greater Good;

* quincunxes Uranus, leading us to unexpected, innovative paths, purposes and liberation (hallelujah!), breaking old paradigms;

* squares Neptune, inviting dreams, imagination, compassion, unwinding old stuck patterns, but it can also undermine Sagittarian confidence by creating doubt, confusion or activating unconscious sabotage (unworthiness). Find compassionate or qualified support if you need it.

If you feel yourself sinking and becoming deflated, creating reasons for why things don’t/can’t work for you, you’re in a Neptune downslide. This is not the truth, it’s an old story – and a pattern that needs to go, to unwind and be released. How many times have you lived that story? How many things have you not done or tried, or tried and hit the wall because of that story? You have the opportunity now to transcend that story – and I suggest getting help to do it. Let 2024 be the year you put that story to bed for good!
Set your intention to release the story in 2024, and begin working on it during this Mercury Retrograde. What a worthy cause – You and your freedom!! Another Sagittarian theme! Wherever you feel stuck is like being held hostage – and liberation is possible if you are willing to do the work. I have done it. You can, too.

Here’s an intention: Show me my teachers. (Thank you, Jessica, who taught me that in 1993💕).

Let this Sagittarius New Moon work for you by visioning, journaling, connecting with other like-minded souls to expand your world. Practice gratitude, affirmative thinking, seeing the best in yourself and others. Enjoy!

Dec 13 – Mercury Retrograde – until Jan 1, 2024. This will make the holiday season a little more complicated than usual, a little slower, with travel and mail issues possible (likely). I’m already having major computer issues that caught me by surprise. Prepare for travel, shopping, planning, not for fear or worry, rather tocreate extra space, knowing that the slowdown will serve your mind and nervous system to have a rest.

This weekend is the best time for shopping (keep receipts), and on Monday, it’s time for lightening your schedule, creating more space for relaxation, personal care and introspection.
There will be more time for future planning, along with clearing, along with holiday activities as the month unfolds. The rhythm will slow down considerably, so don’t push the river – it won’t work and you will stress yourself if you do.
Wishing you a blessed, uplifting week! Take time to appreciate yourself, your loved ones, your many blessings and your life.

“Almost everything will work again if you unplug it for a few minutes, including you.” ~ Anne LaMott

“Tension is who you think you should be. Relaxation is who you are.” ~ Chinese proverb

“An optimist expects his dreams to come true; a pessimist expects his nightmares to.” – Laurence J. Peter

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

© 2023 Lisa E Zimmermann • All Rights Reserved • Soul Level Solutions

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❤

Current Astro Events- December 1,2023

Lisa E ZimmermanCosmic Consciousness Weekly

Written By Lisa E Zimmerman

We shift gears in December, with Mercury and Venus changing signs and Neptune changing direction. Although it’s barely moving, Neptune is Stationing to turn Direct this week, radiating subtle, yet profound multi-dimensional frequencies that activate Divine Love and Oneness, to awaken us when we turn within.

Dec 1 – Mercury in Capricorn. Following Mercury in “yes to everything!” Sagittarius, Mercury grounds into rational, cautious Capricorn, sign of planning and creating things that last. This will help you get organized for the coming month and even 2024.

Dec 2 – Mercury sextile Saturn. Because Saturn rules Capricorn, this extends the energy from yesterday and is helpful for clarifying, planning, decision-making, connecting and focusing on projects, budgets, goals and priorities. This is productive energy pre-Mercury Retrograde, so use it well.

Dec 3 – Venus square Pluto. Relationships will be tested and the experience you have will likely be determined by your communication skills, personal accountability and connection to your partner (or the other person). This can bring up issues around trust, $$, imbalances of power, manipulation or hidden agendas – or it can offer an opportunity to explore an issue and create a breakthrough, providing you both have the desire to do the work and pursue a common goal or outcome.

The square indicates conflict, but it can lead to transformation if you get real (vulnerable). No guarantees, but it’s possible. Whatever the case, something dear to your heart may be challenged in a way you hadn’t anticipated, perhaps causing you to feel threatened or in need of protection. Or maybe it’s in the global world and not personal, as a relationship or $$ power struggle comes to the forefront.

Dec 4 – Venus in Scorpio. This follows Venus square Pluto, as Pluto rules Scorpio. Venus is your values and what you love – and Scorpio is deep, passionate, private, intuitive and very careful about who it allows in. Venus in Scorpio goes beneath the surface to discern what is really true (the detective); it connects by going on a deep dive. Venus in Scorpio asks you to honor your reality and don’t play games with yourself or others. Explore any unexpressed desires that are buried within you if you are moved to do so. Stay tuned for what may be revealed…

Dec 5 – Venus trine Saturn. This goes to your priorities and what you value. Saturn takes practical actions to ensure that anything that’s important to you will be well taken care of so that it is sustained. This is good for clarifying your priorities, stabilizing relationships, $$ and honoring your Self. Yes, yes, yes!

Dec 6 – Neptune Stations Direct. Neptune turns Direct, but it’s at 24o until Dec 28, so even when it begins to move in a few days, it is literally inching along, barely perceptible. The lack of movement increases its impact on us, especially if you’re having a Neptune transit – then you’ve been feeling it for so long, you’re used to it. Neptune’s mission is to call your energy within, to the peace of the higher realms.

Neptune dissolves old ego structures within your consciousness, but it’s so subtle, you may not know what’s going on and it can manifest as confusion. Know that confusion is an opening, an unwinding of the old structures. The antidote is to operate via your intuition or by your gut feeling. Trust your instincts, not your mind if you’re in a Neptunian fog – or just wait for a moment of clarity – and don’t panic. Trust that ALL is well.

This is higher consciousness that inspires you to connect with your transcendent Self to seek the meaning of your life, a mystical journey and departure from the 3D world. Spiritual practices, being in nature, prayer, music and going within facilitate access to higher energies, with grace and utility, for peace – and your Highest Good.

Dec 7 – Sun trine Chiron. The potential for healing, an awakening, forgiveness or a new perspective is available if you are willing to do the work or are blessed by a healing connection. A gift. 🙏

Also, Mercury trine Jupiter – Good news, optimism, positive thinking, smart plans and opportunities, with communications that lift you up and/or expand your world. This is a stellar day!

Mercury Retrograde is Dec 12 – Jan 1, 2024. The holiday season will slow down, be a little backwards with mail snafus likely. Prepare for travel, shopping, planning, not for fear or worry, rather to create extra space, knowing that the slowdown will serve our minds and nervous systems to have a little rest.

This is a wonderful week of productivity and organization, in preparation for the future. At the least, contemplate your priorities for the coming year and how you can prepare. Make the most of

Wishing you a blessed, powerful, transformative week. Take time to go within and be still.

“The rational mind is a wonderful servant, but a terrible master.” ~ Carl Jung

“May you awaken to the mystery of being here and enter the quiet immensity of your own presence.” ~ John O’Donohue

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

© 2023 Lisa E Zimmermann • All Rights Reserved • Soul Level Solutions

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 ❤

Current Astro Events – Nov 24, 2023

Lisa E ZimmermanCosmic Consciousness Weekly

Written by Lisa E Zimmerman

Sagittarius focuses on the big picture, your ideals and expanding your world via travel, education or your consciousness. Rise beyond the mind to tap into a dream, a vision, or a mission that you feel compelled to fulfill to access a higher expression of your potential (and idealistic Sagittarius). This can be profoundly inspiring and deeply meaningful when you connect with your true ideals.

Nov 24 – We step into the holiday shopping-marketing frenzy with the Sun, Mercury and Mars in impulsive Sagittarius, ready to seize opportunities, invitations and offers without a second thought, which can create an abundance of material items, activities, bills, or clutter (mental, emotional and physical). More isn’t always better, especially when consciousness is lacking. If you’re on a buying spree, what is activating your choices? I invite you to inquire within…

Nov 25 – Mars square Saturn. A reality check, as you are faced with decisions after the enthusiasm of yesterday, which may be a blessing. Saturn is the adult in the room asking, “What do you really want and what are willing to do to get it?” Limits, boundaries and plans are healthy for optimistic Sagittarius, as you can make your inspiration practical (which Sag doesn’t do). Let this work for you, be prudent and if you hit a “no” or a delay, take it as a sign to reconsider your choice, your expectations and trust the timing.

Nov 26 – North Node conjunct Eris. The North Node of Destiny (or Fate) and Eris, the female Disruptor, are exact in Aries today and tomorrow on the Full Moon, but they’ve been a degree apart for a few months, activating world chaos. Personally, this can trigger anger, pain, rage and shame that’s been buried deep within you – and if so, try to embrace the wounded part with love, rather than pushing it away so you can feel your way through it. Love yourself and every aspect of your experience. Running from pain won’t heal you. Stay present with it, knowing that the pain isn’t YOU, and if you need help, ask for it – there is so much available. See everything in your experience as an opportunity for your growth and evolution and know that our world is being turned upside down, inside out, to lead us into a new frontier.

Nov 27 – Full Moon in Gemini @ 4o at 1:17am PST. This is a complex Full Moon with six planets in mutable signs indicating movement and flexibility. The Moon in Gemini wants communication and info – and it’s ruled by Mercury in Sagittarius – not good with details, speaks before thinking, honest but can be blunt and zealous. A great preacher, teacher, motivational speaker. Not the best listener.

The Moon in Gemini is easily distracted, loves to connect and wants to know everything! The Moon squares Saturn, so communication will not be as forthcoming as usual and info will likely be withheld. This dampens the mood of this normally upbeat Full Moon, making it more subdued. The Sun conjunct Mars is impulsive, impatient and wants action NOW, but is squaring Saturn – so it’s blocked, delayed and frustrated. Higher expression: Sun-Mars is energized and motivated with restraint and discipline, able to channel the energy into other productive activities.

Mercury (ruler of the Full Moon) squares Neptune, which creates misinformation or confusion in 3D for those who are left-brained or linear. The higher use of this energy is to go within and *feel* the big picture vision that’s calling to you for your future; not what your mind thinks is possible, but what your heart and soul feels for you.

Don’t think about the “how” – honor your unique expression, what you love and what resonates with you. Journal and do stream of consciousness writing (writing is a Gemini activity) to see what comes through for you. Neptune is nonlinear – let whatever you do be easy, in flow, with effortless action. By tapping into your higher vision, you activate a metaphysical principle that becomes energized by being recognized.

This is an opportunity to use your intuitive gifts on the Gemini Full Moon to see what you discover. You can meditate, be in nature or do any relaxing activity that connects you with your inner Self and allow dreams, visions and ideas to appear. Set your intention to discover your big vision (no matter your circumstances, age, etc). Let this be a spiritual practice and be curious (Gemini). Wonder and awe (Neptune) are elements of childlike innocence, that are rejuvenating and spiritual fuel. Feed yourself what you really need.

Nov 29 – Mercury conjunct Galactic Center. The Galactic Center is at 27o Sagittarius, the center of the Milky Way galaxy – the Black Hole, a portal to higher consciousness that allows us to access frequencies that clear lower energies and recalibrate our minds. Give yourself quiet time to open to incoming downloads and allow your mind-body space to integrate and upgrade with the newly arriving frequencies.

In just two weeks, we will have Mercury Retrograde on Dec 12-Jan 1, 2024. The holiday season will be slowed down, a little backwards and the mail will have extra snafus likely. This is a heads up so you can prepare for travel, shopping, planning. Not to be in fear or worry, rather to create extra space, knowing that we need the slowdown for our minds and nervous systems to have a rest.

Don’t over-schedule yourself; allow yourself and your loved ones to be present and exhale… Wishing you a blessed, powerful, transformative week.

“We must not allow the clock and the calendar to blind us to the fact that each moment of life is a miracle and mystery.” ~ HG Wells

“A bird doesn’t sing because it has an answer. A bird sings because it has a song. ” ~ Maya Angelou

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

© 2023 Lisa E Zimmermann • All Rights Reserved • Soul Level Solutions

Lisa E Zimmerman is an Intuitive Astrologer and 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 ❤