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Written by Lisa E Zimmerman

Welcome to Capricorn season! We follow last night’s Winter Solstice with a busy astrological week, as Retrograde Mercury changes signs and is very active, along with Venus and Mars before, during and after Christmas and the Full Moon. I will break it down…

Dec 22 – Mercury Retrograde cazimi (conjunct) the Sun. The midpoint of Mercury’s Retrograde journey and an opening for awareness, a realization, download, insight or understanding that allows you to make sense of something that may have eluded you. Go within and ask for an answer you seek. Listen, journal, allow and watch for signs that deliver a message to you.

Dec 23 – Mercury in Sagittarius. After three weeks in serious Capricorn, Mercury backs into impulsive, high energy Sagittarius until Jan 13 and here, Mercury wants adventure, the truth and speaks without a filter – very stream of consciousness… This is perfect for big picture ideas, not for details, especially during Mercury Retrograde (another layer of potential snafus). Also, Sag rules travel – and during the holidays, this could imply mixups with the Retro energy, so be extra mindful and double-check schedules and plans.

Dec 24 – Sun sextile Saturn. This is a stable energy that supports personal decisions about boundaries, discipline, habits, commitment (a vow to yourself), and goals for 2024. This is also good for focusing on last minute shopping, if necessary or just a productive day. Regarding being with friends and family, this can be a traditional gathering w/ elders, following family customs, enjoying their wisdom or stories about the good old days.

Dec 25 – Venus trine Neptune. This soft, spiritual energy is perfect for Christmas Day, as Venus and Neptune in harmony creates Divine Love or the Christ consciousness – compassion, empathy and non-judgment, serving those who are less fortunate. It activates imagination, the beauty of All That Is, romance, singing, dancing, relaxing and Oneness. Enjoy this precious day with loved ones, friends or by being in service to those in need. There is always a place for everyone.

Dec 26 – Full Moon in Cancer @ 4:33pm PDT. The Full Moon is when things come to light or it’s the culmination of what’s already in process. The Full Moon in sensitive, intuitive Cancer brings up issues of emotional security and professional achievement or your Inner Authority.

Here are some pertinent questions:

* Is your home life nurturing for you – or do you provide all the nurturing for others?

If anything is of alignment, then a course correction is called for. Be willing to take action to remedy any energetic drains or gaps in your personal and professional life – and if you don’t know what they are, get help to find out. This action alone can change your life dramatically! The goal is to restructure your life so you can create what you want and need while feeling honored, comfortable and whole.

Dec 26 – Chiron turns Direct. Chiron in Aries asks you to be your Self and to drop any forms of hiding via people-pleasing, withholding or clinging to old patterns of behavior that mask your truth for fear of rejection, abandonment or judgment. If you have to pretend in order to fit in, you are with the wrong people! When you have the courage to be yourself, you will magnetize the people who resonate with you into your orbit. The old crowd will probably be shocked or surprised and maybe push back a little. Be prepared, but stay the course. You can’t have a life that’s aligned with your soul’s purpose if you aren’t being honest with yourself and others – and YOU and your life are worth it!

Dec 27 – Retrograde Mercury square Neptune. When Mercury is traveling backwards, it’s more right-brained, more intuitive than linear, so this square forces you to tune in and feel what *feels* right when making decisions. Double-check data and know that like driving through fog, you can only see a what’s right in front of you; long-rang plans may be blurry now, so you are better off waiting. This is good for spiritual or creative activities, leisure or rest.

Mercury square Neptune is powerful for visioning, dreaming, channeling and tapping into messages that appear in your consciousness – and resonate with you somewhere deep within. Anything that inspires you is meant for you, whether you know how it can happen or not. Hold onto that dream. It is a seed that will sprout in Divine Timing and Mercury-Neptune will be in aspect all week. Dream away…

Dec 27 – Sun trine Jupiter. This amplifies your vitality, confidence and elevates your outlook – it’s the can-do energy of making things happen and the willingness to stretch into a challenge. Step out of your comfort zone and expand your horizons today! Reach out, make connections, visualize where you want to go and take an action. If you can see it, you can be it. Yes you can!

Dec 27 – Mercury conjunct Mars. This can be a problem unless you are controlled, very well behaved or with people you know well, who you won’t offend. Mercury with Mars in Sagittarius is impulsive, outspoken and can come across as aggressive or attacking via its delivery (rapid fire and direct). Plus, with Mercury and Neptune in the mix, misunderstandings can easily be fuel for conflicts. This energy is combustible and easily

triggered, tempers can potentially flare, so bite your tongue and easy does it later in the day.

Dec 28 – Mars square Neptune. Mars wants to go forward and Neptune is diffuse, redirecting the energy so that you can only utilize it by going within and feeling how and when to move intuitively. The Taoist principle of Wu Wei implies actions that are spontaneous, natural and effortless, that arise when you are connected to yourself and your environment. Never pushing or forcing, but rather, flowing around obstacles. This is how to work with a Mars-Neptune square and it’s not our Western way of being direct, pushing ahead. Wu Wei and the Taoist tradition is much more holistic, respectful and gentle, which aligns with this aspect.

This holiday week contains messages, insights and information for you to consider, sit with, feel into and make decisions about. Stay attuned to your Inner Self, to how you feel, to your world and how it supports you (or not). If you de-personalize the messages – everything is just information for you to make use of.

Because Mercury is so active, there are important messages incoming (verbal and non- verbal). Pay attention to what is said and unsaid. Be mindful with your words and what you say.

Love yourself, love your loved ones, love your friends, your furry friends, and the wonderful support people who help your life run smoothly.

I wish you a warm and wonderful holiday.

“Not everything that counts can be counted, and not everything that can be counted counts. “ ~ Albert Einstein

“Egocentric karmic conditioning has talked you into every dishonoring decision you’ve made.” ~ Cheri Huber

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 ❤

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 ❤

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 ❤