Written by Lisa E Zimmerman
The Winter Solstice occurs as the Sun enters Capricorn on Dec 21 @ 1:21am PST, the shortest day of the year in the northern hemisphere and the beginning of winter. This turning point is a time for going within to honor the darkness and rest, to prepare for the return of the light – a rebirth of sorts, for the new year ahead.
In the Winter Solstice chart, the Sun squares the Nodes of Fate, invoking a release or a change – and dreamy Neptune conjoins the North Node (Destiny), that can either create uncertainty (in the mind) or evoke intuitive guidance to call you forward.
In other words, your exact direction may not be clear, so don’t be distressed if this is the case. After all, Mars is still Retrograde through Feb 23 and Mercury is just coming back online following its Retrograde. There is much restructuring happening – and still unfolding.
Capricorn is ruled by Saturn (restriction) – squared by expansive, idealistic Jupiter (exact for the 2nd time on Dec 24), with divergent agendas and methods of operation, this aspect can create tension or stress. Organization vs. a leap of faith. Neither is wrong, just two different approaches.
With Mercury opposing Jupiter in mutual reception (they are in each other’s signs) – and both squaring Saturn, you may hit obstacles or delays that you can’t get around. It’s a setup for potential stress, so the simpler you keep things, the better – and still, you may be faced with issues that become an energy drain. So easy does it, move slowly, keep it simple.
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With the Sun in Capricorn, in general, less is more. Stick with what’s important – what matters. This is a great time to reassess your values and put energy into that which you care about most, eliminating fluff. The serious sign of Capricorn rules reality – where do you need to get real in your life? Focus on that.
Dec 23 – Venus sextile Chiron. This is a beautiful day for heart healing, relationship amends, reconnections, healing around Self-esteem and valuing your Self. If there’s something you need to say or someone you need to reach out to, this is a good day to do it.
Dec 24 – Jupiter square Saturn. It’s Christmas Eve and Hanukah Eve, when you or your loved ones may be traveling, wrapping presents, doing last-minute shopping and you may feel as your freedom is limited in some way by circumstances or you have extra responsibilities. Whatever comes up, take a breath and release any stress in a healthy way, remember the spirit of the season, and practice extra special Self-care. You are being prepared for something, being restructured. Can you feel it?
Dec 26 – Mercury opposite Jupiter. This has been in operation since mid-Nov, so the energy is not new, this indicates a completion – or that you’re ready to decide something. This is big picture energy, a possibility, a vision that aligns with your higher truth. Tap into that energy to see where you are.
Dec 27 – Mercury square Saturn. This has also been in operation since mid-Nov, and here’s the reality check. You’ve been thinking about this and whatever won’t work shows up now. You get clear about what you can do and make plans that you’re willing to commit to, focused on the details.
You are serious in your approach, erring on the side of caution. You end up with a plan that feels doable – or you may decide that what you thought you’d do isn’t possible. Stay tuned… and don’t be discouraged, not matter what. This isn’t the end of the story…
This is a heavier than usual holiday week, with some energies that have been percolating for a while coming to a conclusion during the week, and some to be continued.
See what resonates for you and know that this is a fertile time for going within to honor your development over the past year, as you enter a sacred turning point on the home stretch of 2024. Love yourself and love others. We are One World.
I wish you a warm and wonderful holiday, however you choose to embrace and embody it. 🙏🏼🩷
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“I wish I could show you, when you are lonely or in darkness, the shining light of your own being”. ~ Hafiz
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“People are like stained-glass windows. They sparkle and shine when the sun is out, but when the darkness sets in; their true beauty is revealed only if there is a light from within.” ~ Elizabeth Kubler-Ross
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“Lead us from unreal to real,
lead us from darkness to the light,
lead us from the fear of death
to the knowledge of immortality.
Om Shanti, Shanti, Shanti.” ~ Hindu Prayer
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 ❤️