Written by Lisa E Zimmerman
We’re entering a pivotal week of redirection and realignment on our new evolutionary path. Keep in mind that following every let-go there’s a new beginning and we’re getting good at this now.
Mercury is Direct and barely moving, with new info and ideas percolating. However, Mercury squares Saturn Stationing Retrograde, bringing a reality check via a delay, extra work, an obstacle or a feeling of caution. This can either be discouraging or clarifying depending on how you look at it, as it tests your commitment to your current path. Trust in Divine Timing before you judge events as positive or negative, as you don’t know what the big picture is or how it will unfold.
The harmonious Uranus, Neptune, Pluto Minor Grand Trine remains intact and operational, inviting liberation from what’s outdated, while seeding visionary solutions, structures and innovations for the collective for years to come. Know this: we can’t even fathom the possibilities that lay before us.
Also, this fertile landscape offers you infinite potential with opportunities to reach for the stars (pun intended :)) from your own potential as well. Oh boy. There’s so much untapped potential within you!
July 25 – Neptune sextile Pluto
These transpersonal planets can bring the spiritual and transformational experience of Oneness by dissolving ego boundaries and allowing us to discover that we are more alike than different. Beneath our indoctrinated beliefs and attitudes lie tender hearts and deep truths that are universal. Peace, love and togetherness may be a dream, but it’s a profound vision to
hold for our future.
Neptune brings the gift of awe and imagination, that can take you from confusion to a higher vision, so you can a reframe or create a positive story if you feel lost or are struggling. You have more power than you know within you — and your mind will follow your dreams if you allow it to.
July 26-Dec 10 – Saturn Retrograde in Aries
Think about where you’re going, what you’re doing and what needs to be addressed. Consider any new structures, work or roles you’ve taken on and commitments or responsibilities you’re engaged in that are ripe for reassessment and review.
Remember, Saturn is The Great Teacher and you get back what you put out, meaning your level of intentional effort will be returned to in Self esteem and your Inner Authority. Aries is the Maverick, Pioneer or Warrior, here to forge a new path. There are no guarantees and certainty is not an option anymore; honoring your heart’s calling and your intuitive guidance are your GPS.
Self-trust is major during this time of introspection — and if you experience fear that blocks you, your work is to explore and integrate the fear. Don’t assume your fear is protecting you if it holds you hostage. If fear prevents you from freely taking actions and moving toward your desires, you may have a problem, even if your logical ego mind gives you good reasons for the fear.
Allow yourself to receive support to awaken to anything that’s limiting you during this time. You will be so grateful when you are free! You may have to release old ways of thinking, operating and/or old structures, which can evoke fear and control issues. That’s why it’s helpful to have a goal and
something to work towards (proactive), rather than protecting what you fear losing.
July 26-March ’28 – North Node in Aquarius / South Node in Leo
We move into the North Node in Aquarius and South Node in Leo for the next 18 months. The North Node of Destiny (or Fate) is asking us to focus on contributing to the collective, community, innovation, being Authentic and more objective. Collective impact from unique personal gifts, creativity and genius to create conscious evolution.
The South Node in Leo is calling for us to detach from ego-needs for attention, drama, the spotlight and personal glory. The beauty of Leo is its creativity, warmth, joy and natural leadership in service to others. I see the highest expression of Leo as being the light for others who don’t have it and empowering them to find their own.
July 27 – Sun opposite Pluto, Sun trine Neptune, Sun sextile Uranus
The Sun occupies the position where Jupiter was last week in the auspicious cradle aspect opposing Pluto, in harmony with gentle Neptune and liberating Uranus. Sun-Pluto can bring power dynamics, breakthroughs, breakdowns or an external event may crack your facade. You may face your own shadow, come out of hiding and step into your power.
Neptune can soften hard edges, dissolve old walls and illusions, while Uranus can give you the impetus to change your mind, your direction, your focus. This shifting energy goes to realignment and the guidance is to take actions deliberately, rather than being in reaction. Use the energy consciously rather than going on autopilot and allowing it to use you.
July 29 – Venus square Mars
There is potential for liveliness and friction in relationships and creative projects. Both Venus in Virgo and Mars in Gemini are ruled by Mercury in Cancer, so feelings and emotional needs may be involved in any conflict. A helpful path through any challenge is honest communication and the highest expression of this duo is to align the mind with the heart for creative expression or passion.
July 29 – Full Moon in Aquarius @ 7:36am PDT
This is a dramatic Full Moon, with Jupiter conjunct the Sun, amplifying its Big Light and Pluto conjunct the Moon, activating the underworld, uncovering what’s secret or been buried. Jupiter opposes Pluto along with this Full Moon. Combustible. An intense energy that creates major upheaval and transformation, internally and externally.
Something major will be revealed that changes the playing field, maybe in your personal life, but most likely on the world stage. Pluto rules wealth and power and in Aquarius, it pertains to the collective, while the Sun-Jupiter in Leo represents our leaders.
Stay tuned… and in your life the emotional energy will be building during the Pluto-Sun opposition until the Moon is Full, so easy does it from July 26 – 29. Notice what you notice in your life for your own awareness and awakening.
Take good care during this week of pivotal shifts, profound activations and possibilities. You may be challenged to release something that is no longer viable, while strengthening new foundations you are in the process of building.
Stay open to new messages and guidance, verbal and non-verbal. Be willing to be amazed by the creative expression that emanates from you when you allow it. Try new things, follow your heart, know that you are being led somewhere special and your presence has great meaning.
Don’t underestimate the power of the revolution that’s happening within and around You.
As always, I am grateful for your presence on our journey together. ��
“Quantum leaps require you to think, act, and believe in ways that defy conventional wisdom.” ~ Price Pritchett
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“What is freedom? It is awareness not trapped in attraction or aversion.” ~ Ram Dass
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“Change is the essential process of all existence.” ~ Mr. Spock, Star Trek ��
“Stop trying to be ordinary. There is nothing special or desirable about being ordinary. In fact, it is totally unacceptable. You are an extra-ordinary being who must go into motion, into movement so that you will draw to yourself the equivalent of yourself. You have become an energy field that magnetically draws you to that which you are.” ~ Jack Boland
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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. www.soullevelsolutions.com ❤