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November 2026 is bringing intense astrology, political uncertainty, potential disruptions, and opportunities to reclaim your personal power. But knowing what's coming isn't enough. Knowledge is power when you know your next move.

Laurie Rivers is back in her favorite chair for a special video edition of The Awake Space Podcast, breaking down the astrology of the November midterms, the explosive Mars-Jupiter conjunction, extreme weather possibilities, and why the weeks ahead demand preparation rather than panic.

Will the House flip? Could election interference delay results? What does the astrology suggest about global unrest, economic volatility, and unexpected announcements?

Beyond the headlines, Laurie explores something even more important: How do we stop reacting to fear and start creating a future worth living in?

From practical emergency preparedness to recognizing your overlooked talents, this episode offers actionable ways to navigate uncertainty, strengthen your community, and reclaim your agency.

Plus, the latest What's in the Headlines predictions, highlights from the Ralph Report, and an update on the new Awake Space Community Hub.

00:00 – Welcome: November Astrology & Taking Action
02:51 – November Midterms: Will the System Hold?
04:55 – Election Day Astrology: Moon Square Uranus
07:04 – Unexpected Announcements, Delays & Disruptions
09:45 – Predictions from 2025: November's Historic Events
12:17 – Practical Preparedness: Weather, Supplies & Travel
14:12 – Why We're Building a New Awake Space Community
16:48 – Mars Conjunct Jupiter: Breaking Free from the Past
18:24 – Moving Beyond Ego, Fear & Social Conditioning
21:43 – Evolution vs. Revolution: Reclaiming Your Agency
24:00 – Your Homework: Discover Your Hidden Superpowers
28:35 – What's in the Headlines: November 1–7
29:07 – Moon in Leo: Global Events & Economic Volatility
33:07 – Moon in Virgo: Election Surprises & Legal Challenges
37:24 – Moon in Libra: Protests, Storms & Political Shifts
40:47 – Moon in Scorpio: Secrets, Revelations & Disruptions
45:29 – The Ralph Report: Reviewing October's Predictions
52:43 – Managing Anxiety, Sleeplessness & Collective Fear
56:02 – Grounding Techniques & Practical Self-Care
58:47 – December 12: The 2027 Prepared Update Event

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Mercury is retrograde, the Full Moon energy is still stirring things up, and the final week of October could bring some significant developments in weather, politics, and global affairs.

But Mercury retrograde isn't causing your problems, and the planets aren't making your decisions for you.

This week, Laurie Rivers explains how to work with Mercury retrograde in Scorpio, why concentration matters more than intention, and how to use the next three weeks to revise, refine, and complete what you've already started.

Laurie also shares highlights from the Southern California Awake Space meetup, updates on the new Awake Space Community, and the latest Living by Luna enrollment information.

In the Ralph Report, Laurie reviews last week's predictions and their reported outcomes before looking ahead to October 26–31, including potential extreme weather, seismic activity, political instability, economic disruptions, and transportation challenges.

Finally, Laurie answers community questions about relocated astrology charts, late-degree rising signs, planetary transits, Pluto's protective qualities, and why understanding astrology requires more than memorizing interpretations.

The takeaway: Stop borrowing trouble from the world. Concentrate on what you're building, recognize your value, and remember that conscious choices matter more than planetary positions.

00:00 Welcome and why the podcast is late
01:19 This week's astrology: Full Moon and Mercury retrograde
03:37 Southern California meetup highlights
07:41 Real magic: Concentration versus intention
09:04 A full-circle moment and the power of sustained focus
10:01 Mercury retrograde in Scorpio: Revise, review, refine
12:56 Preparing for November and December
15:16 Building the new Awake Space Community
16:09 Living by Luna enrollment and cohort updates
17:52 The Ralph Report: Reviewing last week's predictions
22:11 October 26–27: Taurus Moon, storms and seismic activity
25:31 October 27–29: Gemini Moon and global instability
27:17 Transportation disruptions and unusual discoveries
27:39 October 29–31: Cancer Moon, extreme weather and unrest
29:29 Stop borrowing other people's trouble
30:16 Community Q&A: Historical transit charts
31:12 Relocation astrology and astrocartography
32:34 Late-degree rising signs and horoscope interpretation
33:30 Venus-Sun connections in relationships
34:26 Using astrology to plan vacations
35:26 Pluto transiting different houses
37:17 Saturn, Neptune and Jupiter transit timing
38:32 Pluto as protection during transformation
41:08 Mars transits, accidents and conscious awareness
43:00 Astrology as a spectrum of expression
44:11 Venus conjunctions and social media misinformation
45:19 Why studying astrology fundamentals matters
47:23 Authenticity, shadow work and personal freedom
48:22 Know your value and participate in shaping the future

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The astrology is heating up, and the October 25 Taurus Full Moon is bringing some serious shake, rattle, and roll!

This week on The Awake Space, Laurie Rivers breaks down an exceptionally volatile week of astrology, including the explosive Taurus Full Moon squaring Pluto. From geopolitical tensions and economic uncertainty to extreme weather and seismic activity, the cosmic currents are anything but calm.

But here's the thing: You don't have to let the chaos around you become the chaos within you.

Laurie shares her forecasts for October 18–27, reviews last week's predictions with the Ralph Report, and explains why giving up your personal agency is the last thing you want to do right now.

Plus, there's exciting news about the evolving Awake Space community, Living by Luna, and Laurie's new Substack, Laurie Thinks Out Loud. https://lauriealicerivers.substack.com/

In a particularly personal moment, Laurie shares how a stranger's simple smile changed her life and reminds us that even the smallest acts of kindness can make an enormous difference.

And before you go, Laurie walks you through a simple five-minute practice to calm your nervous system, focus your attention, and find your footing when the world feels overwhelming.

Because you can't control everything happening in the world, but you can choose how you respond.

Chapters00:00 – Welcome Back! The Cosmic Weather Ahead
07:49 – Big Changes Coming to The Awake Space
10:30 – A Special Listener and the Power of Connection
13:52 – Writing Blind: Laurie's New Substack
20:13 – The Explosive October 25 Taurus Full Moon
23:14 – Staying Grounded When the World Feels Chaotic
29:45 – Why Giving Up Your Power Isn't the Answer
35:33 – Global Tensions, Preparedness, and Personal Security
40:19 – The Ralph Report: Reviewing Last Week's Predictions
44:05 – October 18–21: Aquarius Moon Forecasts
48:29 – October 21–23: Pisces Moon Forecasts
52:13 – October 23–25: Aries Moon Forecasts
57:32 – October 25–27: Taurus Full Moon Predictions
1:04:46 – October's Message: Finding Your Center
1:07:38 – The Five-Minute Practice for Calm and Clarity
1:10:15 – Final Thoughts and Community Updates

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Links:

• The Archivist Report - Each month the archivist reports on Laurie's accuracy rating - September
• Astrology Consults: Wokeastrology.com
• 2027 Prepared: Astrology Based Planner & Workbook Buy Here
• Article: When Life Hits From All Sides

October is officially crunchy.

In this episode of The Awake Space Astrology Podcast, Laurie Rivers gets personal about a difficult week filled with grief, family changes, exhaustion, and the reality that astrologers aren't immune to the transits they forecast.

With Mercury and Mars creating tension and Pluto preparing to station direct in Aquarius, Laurie explores what happens when life pushes us outside our comfort zones. The pressure is real, but so is the potential to use it creatively and deliberately.

This episode also takes a deeper look at anger, spirituality, power, and the idea that being spiritual does not require being passive. Love can be active. Advocacy can be loving. Anger can carry useful information. The question isn't whether you're allowed to feel it. The question is: What are you going to do with it?

Laurie shares reflections on watching people she loves age, saying goodbye to a beloved family dog, and witnessing the strange, painful beauty of life's transitions. She also talks about learning to look for beauty during difficult circumstances and why regulating our emotions isn't the same thing as suppressing them.

As Pluto prepares to move direct in Aquarius, we're entering a period when people may be increasingly unwilling to accept old hierarchies, abuses of power, and systems that depend on silence or passivity.

The challenge this week is to use the pressure rather than letting it consume you.

Create something. Advocate for something. Help someone. Rest when you need to rest. Feel what you need to feel. Then decide where you're going to put your attention next.

Laurie also shares a preview of Living by Luna, her six-month guided process for observing your patterns, reactions, energy, and responses through daily lunar transits. You'll hear a sample from the introductory audio created for participants while they wait for their physical Living by Luna journal to arrive.

00:03 October is crunchy: what to expect this week
02:18 Why spiritual passivity isn't the answer
03:30 Living by Luna and learning to recognize your patterns
08:34 Aging, family, grief, and saying goodbye
22:34 Mercury square Mars: tension, communication and forced pivots
25:34 Why we're still having the same conversations about power and abuse
27:29 Pluto direct in Aquarius and power to the people
28:49 Turning anger and angst into creativity
31:17 Rage against the dying of the light
33:45 Purpose, passion and showing up
36:07 Spirituality doesn't require accepting another hit
39:31 Love isn't passive
40:11 What are you going to do with your anger?
41:20 Ralph Report and Predictions
44:46 Justice can't erase the past, but healing can build something new
45:30 A preview of Living by Luna

This isn't a week for pretending everything is fine. It's a week for recognizing what you feel without allowing those feelings to permanently take you out of the game.

Sometimes you need to fall down. Sometimes you need to grieve. Sometimes you need to rage.

And when one of us falls, the rest of us guard the flame until they can stand again.

Every morning is another chance to reset.

"Knowledge is only power when you know how to use it." Laurie A. Rivers

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This week Laurie breaks down why the internet is getting Venus retrograde wrong and why October is less about fear and more about building systems that help you adapt. She explores how to move through uncertainty without panic, why community matters more than ever, and how astrology can help you make practical decisions instead of emotional reactions. Laurie also answers member questions on astrology, relationships, medical astrology, timing, the houses, and working consciously through major life decisions.

00:00 Why Venus retrograde isn't something to fear

03:15 Climate, adaptation, and preparing for a changing world

08:15 Building like-hearted communities instead of dividing by astrology stereotypes

12:30 A story about surviving two weeks without power and what resilience really looks like

22:20 The Ralph Report and what Laurie is watching in the headlines

25:20 Community discussion: depression-era meals, gardening, and practical preparedness

30:20 Living by Luna update and community rollout

31:15 Magazine Q&A:

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Medical astrology and chronic illness

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Understanding the houses

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Multiple signs across houses

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Timing important decisions

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Working with children during difficult transits

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Making major life decisions using astrology

01:11:30 October's theme: Design for resilience

01:26:00 Headline outlook for late September and early October

01:41:20 Venus retrograde explained: attraction, values, and revisiting what matters

01:47:00 Building confidence through your natural strengths

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Retrograde does not mean bad.

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Strong systems create more freedom and better choices.

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Community is one of the greatest forms of resilience.

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Focus on what you can influence instead of what you can't.

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Small daily actions reduce stress more effectively than doomscrolling.

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Your astrology chart is a tool for understanding yourself, not limiting yourself.

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October rewards adaptability, resourcefulness, and deliberate action.

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This week the conversation shifts...abruptly

A powerful Aries Full Moon, the Autumn Equinox, and Mars changing signs create one of the most dynamic astrological weeks of the year. Laurie breaks down what these major cosmic shifts could mean for world events, your personal life, and how to stay centered when everything around you feels uncertain.

Remember worry is a misuse of imagine, instead of feeding fear, this episode focuses on practical preparation, emotional resilience, and learning to work with change instead of against it.

You'll also hear updates on the new Awake Space community, an early look at Living by Luna, this week's Ralph Report reviewing recent prediction accuracy, and why understanding your own patterns may be one of the greatest advantages you can develop.

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00:00 Why this week matters & exciting community updates

04:10 Supply chains, world events & preparing without panic

14:20 Finding humor in difficult times

20:00 The Equinox, Aries Full Moon & Mars enters Leo

28:00 Why Venus Retrograde isn't something to fear

43:20 Free will, astrology & making better decisions

46:55 Lessons from history and what they teach us today

52:50 How to use this Full Moon for personal growth

1:03:20 The Ralph Report: Forecast review & this week's predictions

1:20:40 The Three Layers of Consciousness & introducing Living by Luna

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This week on The Awake Space, Laurie Rivers looks at nostalgia, resilience, technology, AI, water resources, and the importance of knowing your next move during a period of massive systemic change.

Laurie starts with a weekend trip to see Practical Magic 2, reflections on aging parents, family, memory, and why Mars in Cancer has us craving coziness, familiarity, and connection. She also shares updates on Living by Luna, the new LaurieRivers.com website, and how she intentionally worked with a Mercury transit to solve a long-standing technical problem.

Then it’s Q&A: Venus retrograde and cosmetic procedures, how to calculate a solar return, aspect patterns in natal charts, and where astrologers might begin looking when researching AI and emerging technology.

In the Ralph Report, Laurie reviews last week’s predictions against actual headlines before looking ahead at the astrology and potential headlines for September 13–21.

The episode closes with a deeper discussion of AI, data centers, stressed aquifers, climate concerns, and why local action matters. The message throughout: knowledge by itself isn’t power. Power comes from knowing what you can actually do next.

LINKS:

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TIMESTAMPS

00:00 – Practical Magic 2, nostalgia & community
03:13 – AI, technology, water & environmental concerns
06:22 – 2027 Prepared + upcoming events
08:22 – Living by Luna guided experience
10:06 – Using Mercury transits to solve problems
11:15 – Aging, family, mortality & making memories
16:05 – Preparing for winter and creating coziness
17:07 – Daily Insight coming to LaurieRivers.com
22:01 – Astrology Q&A
22:23 – Venus retrograde & cosmetic procedures
23:16 – Solar return charts
24:36 – Aspect patterns in natal charts
26:27 – Where does AI show up in astrology?
33:00 – Laurie’s thoughts on September
36:04 – Simple practices for cultivating presence
37:22 – The Ralph Report: what Laurie got right
40:51 – Astrology and headlines for September 13–21
49:57 – Water resources, aquifers & data centers
53:24 – Will AI kill us all?
54:12 – AI misuse, regulation & human agency
55:01 – Why local action matters
57:04 – Managing heavy energy and finding your next move

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Light Your Torch: The Power of Presence, Purpose & Deconstructing Astrology

The world feels uncertain—but uncertainty doesn't have to become paralysis. This week, Laurie explores how to move beyond fear, reclaim your agency, and become solution-oriented during times of rapid change. Inspired by the legacy of Gloria Steinem, she examines why imagination is an act of courage, why presence is a form of resistance, and how astrology becomes far more powerful when used as a tool for observation rather than prediction.

Laurie also shares a reading of her new essay, "Astrology Deconstructed," answers a listener's question about using astrology for career decisions, reviews recent prediction highlights in The Ralph Report, and closes with guidance for this week's Virgo New Moon.

Show Links:

2027 Prepared: Astrology Based Planner & Workbook

Awake Space Magazine September 2026

00:00 Light your torch: Choosing hope over fear
09:00 Reading Astrology Deconstructed
43:30 Gloria Steinem's astrology and legacy
50:08 Career timing: Can astrology help you choose your next move?
57:07 The Ralph Report: Recent prediction highlights
1:04:42 This week's global forecast
1:17:06 Virgo New Moon intentions and practical guidance

• Why presence is your greatest source of personal power
• Gloria Steinem's lasting influence and what comes next
• Rethinking astrology through observation instead of determinism
• Breaking inherited beliefs and cultural conditioning
• How to use astrology to make better decisions
• Forecast highlights for the week ahead
• Virgo New Moon journaling prompts and intention setting

Knowledge isn't power unless you know your next step.

In This Episode

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This week on The Awake Space Astrology Podcast, Laurie Rivers looks ahead at September 2026, breaks down the fear surrounding claims that the U.S. power grid is about to collapse, and explains the difference between evidence-based forecasting and fear-driven divination.

After an emotionally intense eclipse week, Laurie reflects on loss, legacy, and the inspiration she found in Dolly Parton’s decision to put people before profit.

Laurie also introduces the upcoming 2027 Prepared planner and workbook, explains how the different Awake Space membership levels are evolving, and shares updates on Healing the Money Wound, coming May 6, 2027.

Then it is time to separate fear from fact. Laurie explains why the U.S. does not operate on one single national electrical grid, how the Eastern, Western, and Texas interconnections function, and why localized blackouts do not automatically signal a nationwide collapse.

Ralph returns with the latest accuracy report, including earthquake activity, flooding, power outages, transportation disruptions, nuclear-related headlines, labor actions, extreme weather, and other predictions from the previous week.

Finally, Laurie moves into the September forecast with a look at political shakeups, storms, flooding, transportation disruptions, geopolitical tensions, financial uncertainty, seismic activity, food recalls, regulatory developments, and the changing energy of the first week of the month.

The larger September theme is simple: anchor your authority internally. Strengthen self-trust, increase your tolerance for uncertainty, practice presence, and stop letting fear-based content make your decisions for you.

CHAPTERS

00:00 Eclipse aftermath, Dolly Parton, and choosing people over profit
05:37 2027 Prepared and upcoming Awake Space changes
09:00 Healing the Money Wound and making information accessible
12:40 Understanding the Awake Space membership levels
15:00 Divination vs. forecasting
19:54 Why the U.S. power grid is not about to collapse
27:27 Ralph Report: Reviewing last week’s predictions
31:55 Magazine updates, Saturn cycles, and Virgo guidance
37:27 September 2026 overview and major themes
42:03 Building self-trust during uncertain times
44:24 September 1–7 forecast: weather, politics, markets, and travel
49:06 The energy shift heading into the second week of September
51:23 Moving through systemic change without catastrophizing

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Laurie also introduces a new prediction format organized around weather and geology, politics and global affairs, the economy, travel, and fascinating or unexpected stories.

REMEMBER: Knowledge is only power when you know how to make your next move.

This week on The Awake Space Astrology Podcast, Laurie Rivers breaks down the intense astrology building toward the Pisces Full Moon and partial lunar eclipse, and why this energy does not have to be something we fear.

The pressure has been building. Anxiety, anger, exhaustion, frustration, and uncertainty are running high. But this Full Moon also carries tremendous creative potential. The question is: What are you going to do with it?

Laurie explains how to move out of overwhelm and into applied, sustainable action. Instead of scattering your energy through doom scrolling, outrage, or endless conversations about what is wrong, this is an opportunity to get organized, identify what you can influence, and make your next move.

In this episode:

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The Pisces Full Moon and partial lunar eclipse

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Mercury conjunct the Sun and the square to Uranus

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Why friction can become highly creative energy

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Turning anxiety, anger, and frustration into productive action

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How to stop disqualifying yourself and recognize your actual skills

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Preparing without panic or fear

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Listener questions about house size, the Ascendant, rising signs, sports, and astrology

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The Ralph Report and recent prediction hits

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Laurie's forecast for weather, seismic activity, international tensions, technology disruptions, and other potential headlines

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• How to stabilize yourself before making major decisions

Show Links

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CHAPTERS

00:00 | The Energy Is BuildingWhy this is a week for turning pressure, frustration, and exhaustion into action.

13:02 | Fear, Conflict & What Laurie Actually SeesNuclear fears, the Middle East, Turkey, NATO, and separating responsible forecasting from fear-driven astrology.

19:08 | Rage, Systems & Collective ActionWomen, systemic failures, community support, and why anger needs somewhere productive to go.

28:27 | Three Ways to Channel the EnergyTake inventory of your strengths, support each other practically, and use your voice.

40:22 | Full Moon Rocket FuelHow the Pisces Full Moon and Mars can propel goals, planning, and meaningful action.

53:00 | Listener Astrology QuestionsSmall houses with multiple planets, late-degree Ascendants, the fisrst house, rising signs, and changing cultural interests.

01:14:00 | The Ralph Report + Weekly Predictions
A look back at recent prediction hits followed by Laurie's forecast for August 22 through 30.

01:24:50 | How to Ride the Cosmic Tsunami
Stabilize first. Get clear. Then act. Laurie closes with practical ways to work with uncertainty and intense Full Moon energy.

2027 Prepared releases September 3, with special pricing for Awake Space members. Laurie also shares updates about upcoming astrology classes, the September Awake Space Magazine, readings and consultations, and the next 2027 Prediction & Preparation event.

Knowledge is only power when you know how to make your next move.

Listen in, get grounded, and get ready to use the energy instead of letting the energy use you.

In S7 Ep 41 your host Laurie Rivers is focused on preparing your for the Pisces Full Moon on August 28. This week she helps you see how the current online discourse is the distraction to siphon your energy so that you're not taking action that helps you build your security and make your next moves.

Laurie answers astrology questions from Awake Space Community Members, gives highlights from What's in the Headlines? (Weekly predications) and reads the first section from her article "Retrogrades: The Real Story" from The Awake Space Magazine Aug 2026.

Show Links:

Aug 2026 Issue Awake Space Magazine

Love & Sex in Astrology Seminar (Free For Supporting Members) Click Here

Understand Your Pluto In Aquarius Transits CLICK HERE

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to the episode and core themes

02:11 Upcoming full moon and astrological significance

04:20 The influence of outer planets and astrology methodology

06:29 Understanding Pluto's cycle and generational impact

10:06 Mars in Cancer and current social themes

20:53 The upcoming Pisces full moon and collective revelations

23:42 Deconstructing social programming and patriarchy

30:02 Preparing for cosmic undertow and systemic change

34:45 Historical use of astrology in decision-making

40:14 Why house sizes vary in astrology charts

43:23 Sensitivity to lunar cycles and personal astrology

46:08 Jupiter return at age 48 and personal growth

55:26 Sneak peek into the 2027 astrology planner

01:02:04 The impact of stellium and misconceptions in astrology

01:03:01 Weekly predictions and Ralph's forecast

01:12:28 Astrological insights into global events this week

01:16:34 Virgo season and sample horoscopes

01:29:09 Self-examination and mindful engagement with social outrage

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This week on The Awake Space Astrology Podcast, Laurie tackles the Steven Forrest controversy and addresses the idea that Western Tropical Astrology is exclusionary or a rip off of Vedic. (Find source material links below)

Laurie traces the fascinating development of astrology from ancient Mesopotamia through Greece, India, the Islamic world, medieval Europe, and into modern practice. She explains why Western Tropical and Vedic/Jyotish astrology are distinct traditions, how scholars exchanged knowledge across cultures, and why astrology has always evolved alongside our understanding of humanity.

She also shares why she developed Progressive Evolutionary Astrology, an approach centered on the complexity of human experience rather than rigid binaries, limiting labels, or outdated interpretations.

Plus, Awake Space Magazine Subscriber questions, this week’s Ralph Report, and a look at the August 12 Leo New Moon and solar eclipse.

Chapters

00:00 — Welcome & What’s Ahead
03:49 — The Steven Forrest Controversy
13:15 — Moving Astrology Forward
29:21 — The Real History of Western & Vedic Astrology
47:02 — Mundane Astrology & the U.S. Chart
51:10 — Your Astrology Questions Answered
01:05:00 — The Ralph Report
01:11:01 — August 12 Solar Eclipse & Leo New Moon

Astrology has never existed in a vacuum. It has grown through observation, mathematics, cultural exchange, scholarship, and generations of astrologers asking better questions. This episode explores that history while looking toward what astrology can become next.

Show Links:

July Archivist Report on Laurie's Predictions

Citations: Please note that some information is debated by scholars.

• Encyclopaedia Iranica — Horoscope, David Pingree
• Encyclopaedia Iranica — Astrology and Astronomy in Iran, David Pingree & Christopher J. Brunner
• Encyclopaedia Iranica — Zodiac
• Encyclopaedia Iranica — Planets
• Bill M. Mak — The Date and Nature of Sphujidhvaja’s Yavanajātaka Reconsidered
• Cambridge History of Science — Translation and Transmission of Greek and Islamic Science to Latin Christendom

• Please note he was an astrologer (astronomers and astrologers were not separate occupations until the 18th century) https://mathshistory.st-andrews.ac.uk/Biographies/Al-Biruni/
• https://www.cambridge.org/core/books/abs/cambridge-history-of-science/islamic-astronomy/DBE63FFD4918F948F362A66DE721C022
• Plato Tiburtinus who translated Ptolemy into Latin https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Plato_Tiburtinus

Also not mentioned directly in the podcast, but given the Islamic Empire was very vast throughout it's history I decided to look up what might be in Timbuktu which still houses literature that goes back over 1000 years. Here's an article that might be very interesting - remember, there was not division between astronomy and astrology until the 18th century. https://www.news.uct.ac.za/article/-2014-12-02-africas-ancient-astronomers-made-their-mark-in-culture-folklore

https://hssa-journal.org/index.php/hssa/article/view/7

August is a month that asks a different question than most of us are used to answering. Instead of asking what's happening out there, it asks: Who are you becoming in the middle of it?

This week, Laurie explores the defining astrology of August 2026 and why the coming planetary shifts; from Venus entering Libra and Mars entering Cancer to the powerful Pisces Full Moon eclipse are less about reacting to the world's chaos and more about examining your own beliefs, motivations, and direction before taking action.

Against a backdrop of political upheaval, economic uncertainty, extreme weather, and constant distraction, Laurie shares practical ways to stay grounded, reconnect with your values, and rediscover meaning without becoming consumed by the collective noise.

Along the way, she pays tribute to legendary astrologer Joanne Wickenburg, whose scholarship and lifelong commitment to observation helped shape Laurie's own approach to astrology and reminds us why thoughtful study matters in an age of opinions and algorithms.

Listener questions cover finding joy in uncertain times, the Uranus opposition and midlife reinvention, protecting your energy, grounding practices, and how astrology can become a practical framework for understanding yourself rather than simply predicting events.

If the world feels louder than ever, this episode is an invitation to go within and challenge yourself to shifting your inner landscape to help shape a life experience worth diving into.

Episode LINKS

July Archives: Accuracy Report

AFA Joanne Wickenburg Books

Consultations with Laurie BOOK HERE

Time Stamps

00:00 – Remembering Joanne Wickenburg and her legacy
07:00 – The teacher who changed Laurie's career forever
18:00 – August astrology: self-examination before reaction
23:00 – Finding meaning and joy during uncertain times
33:20 – Understanding the Uranus opposition and midlife reinvention
37:25 – Astrology Q&A: city charts, eclipses and Saturn returns
43:15 – Protecting your energy and grounding during collective chaos
54:25 – Community updates, August classes, The Ralph Report and what Laurie is watching next

S7 Ep 38 Your host Laurie Rivers walks you through the astrology of August which technically kicks off with the July 29th Aquarius Full Moon.

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The Aquarius Full Moon is one of the most powerful lunations of the year. With Pluto, Jupiter, Uranus, Mars, and Venus all creating intense planetary dynamics, Laurie explains why this is not an ordinary Full Moon and why the days surrounding it could bring historic events, geopolitical escalations, disruptive weather, technology shocks, and major leadership developments.

More importantly, she explores how this same energy can become a catalyst for personal liberation. Rather than reinforcing old limitations, this Full Moon invites you to break through outdated beliefs, reclaim your agency, and use disruption as an opportunity for transformation.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and overview of the episode

01:24 The cosmic rift: Full moon conjunct Pluto and opposition to Jupiter

02:20 How to navigate the energy of the full moon and upcoming astrological events

05:14 Predictions for August 2026: Environmental, political, and social insights

09:47 The importance of directing your narrative and beliefs

11:02 Managing systemic change: Strengths, community, and discernment

16:53 The significance of local action and self-sufficiency

22:42 Predictions for wildfires, environmental issues, and political shifts

28:50 Using astrology for personal empowerment and systemic liberation

37:35 The shadow concept in astrology and shadow work

40:48 Collective and personal impacts of lunar transits

56:35 The full moon in Aquarius: planetary aspects and global impacts

01:02:01 Potential leadership changes and global upheavals

01:12:45 Practical advice for navigating the energetic chaos

01:15:12 Community, self-care, and grounding practices

01:17:05 Upcoming projects, courses, and community support

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This week, Laurie returns to an audio-only format and shares why simplifying The Awake Space is the right move—for both her and the community. She discusses the future of the Patreon community, the importance of protecting spaces built on trust, and why sustainable teaching matters more than chasing algorithms.

Laurie also dives into the growing trend of AI-generated astrology, explaining why real astrological interpretation cannot be replicated by large language models or automated reports. Finally, she revisits André Barbault's famous "basket" aspect pattern, separating internet mythology from actual mundane astrology and sharing what she believes this week's planetary patterns may bring.

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00:00 Welcome back to audio & why the podcast is changing

02:24 Community changes, Patreon updates & scholarship memberships

03:08 An AI company asks me to review its astrology tool

04:23 Birthday week, visual impairment & returning to what works

05:18 Barbault's Basket: separating astrology from internet hype

06:30 2027 recordings, planner updates & settling in

07:38 Why audio is the format that fits me best

10:03 Building community instead of building a fandom

12:12 Why AI astrology reports don't work

16:16 The 2027 Astrology Planner & applied astrology

18:43 Living by Luna, new websites & what's coming next

20:43 My response to an AI company asking for free expertise

27:03 Why AI cannot replace a professional astrologer

31:08 Setting boundaries around free labor and expertise

34:11 What is Barbault's Basket really?

36:45 The planetary pattern behind the July 19–20 Basket

41:16 Leadership, power & what this cycle could bring

43:21 Saturn-Pluto cycles, history & preparing for 2028

47:25 Why community matters more than followers

49:47 What I expect this week astrologically

52:44 Recent prediction highlights & weekly forecast accuracy

54:55 Focus on yourself, not the panic

57:20 Birthday month, community invitation & closing thoughts

S7 Ep 37 - I clutch my pearls after ending up on the wrong side of TikTok

This week I'm back in the studio after the 2027 Predictions & Preparation event, and one thing became crystal clear: 2027 doesn't feel like the explosive years we've been through. It feels like a year of revelations, consequences, and long-running stories reaching completion.

We also explore Mercury Retrograde in Cancer and why this isn't about getting trapped in the past. It's an invitation to notice what has become stable, what still needs attention, and the stories we keep telling ourselves.

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• Why July's astrology points toward a completion cycle that extends into 2027
• What Mercury Retrograde in Cancer is really asking of us
• Leadership changes, hidden truths, and why some masks may begin to fall
• Why literacy, discernment, and critical thinking matter more than ever
• The difference between facts and the stories we build around them
• A personal lesson about healing PTSD by refusing to create unnecessary narratives
• My thoughts on CERN, timeline shifts, and why collective consciousness is more powerful than conspiracy theories
• Three simple questions to help you regulate your nervous system during stressful times
• An introduction to Living by Luna and how working with lunar rhythms builds agency instead of fear
• A preview of Astrology of the Child and why understanding children's perceptions changes everything

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Show Notes:

S7 ep 35 of The Awake Space with Laurie Rivers, you host walks you through understanding presence and why that's the key to moving through challenging and changing times. Laurie recounts her own journey in the moment dealing with aging parents while running The Awake Space and launching multiple projects.

Artist, Errol Rivers from Portland, Oregon joins Laurie to talk about their journey in life in living authentically. Errol is Laurie's brother and the community supported him in the Art of Elysium's art competition and fundraiser. Huge thanks to everyone's support. Laurie and Errol answer member's questions in part 1 of this interview, part 2 comes out in the Awake Space Community. You can find Errol's prints at BoneJax Curiosities in Portland, Oregon

Time Stamps

• 00:00 Welcome Back & July Updates
• 05:46 July Reflections: Cultivating Presence
• 19:49 July Community Updates & Astrology Classes
• 24:16 Interview with Errol Rivers
• 01:29:41 Living by Luna Journal Preview
• 01:31:58 Birthday Offers & Closing

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This week is a little different.

Recorded while walking through Kensington Gardens and Hyde Park in London, Laurie shares reflections from one of the world's most beautiful parks before sitting down beneath a tree to break down the upcoming Capricorn Full Moon, Mercury retrograde in Cancer, and the astrological themes shaping July 2026.

This episode is about building on solid foundations rather than chasing perfection. If something isn't working, it doesn't automatically mean you've failed. It may simply need to be restructured.

Laurie also shares her broader outlook for July, including global trends, practical preparation, and why staying grounded in your own life matters more than getting swept away by headlines.

• A walk through Kensington Gardens and Hyde Park
• Why the Capricorn Full Moon highlights structure and long-term success
• Mercury retrograde as an opportunity to revise instead of panic
• Why experience builds wisdom better than shortcuts
• The symbolism of the heron and rugged self-determination
• How to respond when life feels unstable
• July's major astrological themes
• Practical preparedness without fear
• Predictions for global events and political shifts
• Why community and calm matter during uncertain times

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00:00 Welcome from Kensington Gardens in London

01:05 Walking through the park and reflections on Henry Moore

02:15 Mercury retrograde in Cancer and why restructuring matters

04:25 Astrology is a guide, not a script

04:45 Thirty years of experience versus simply learning astrology

06:10 Serpentine Lake and introducing the Capricorn Full Moon

07:20 Foundations, ambition and long-term success

08:15 The Heron, self-reliance and strength

10:55 Reaching the café and preparing to discuss the Full Moon

12:15 Walking through Hyde Park and connecting with nature

16:30 Transition to the Full Moon chart

16:45 Capricorn Full Moon overview

18:05 Mercury retrograde: revise instead of despair

19:05 Mars in Gemini and global leadership changes

21:25 Political shifts and changing governance

23:00 Focusing on what is working in your own life

23:50 Travel updates and recording from London

24:45 Looking ahead to July 2026

26:15 Listener-supported podcast milestone and community update

28:20 Why staying calm matters during chaotic times

30:15 July's central theme: refine your effort

32:40 Productivity without depletion

33:40 How to prepare for July

36:00 Forecasts for weather, infrastructure and world events

38:10 Mid-July outlook and global developments

40:30 Leadership changes and political observations

42:30 Heat, water preparedness and practical advice

43:35 Final thoughts and invitation to join The Awake Space community

Mercury Retrograde, London Walks & Astrology Through History

In this special episode of The Awake Space, Laurie records her final podcast from London while walking through Chelsea and visiting the iconic Victoria and Albert Museum. Rather than a traditional studio episode, this is a reflective conversation about Mercury retrograde, navigating life's unexpected twists, and understanding astrology through the lens of history, culture, and philosophy. Along the way, Laurie shares personal updates, observations from her trip, and a fascinating exploration of how astrology evolved alongside science, art, religion, and society.

Why Mercury retrograde is often misunderstoodNavigating disruptions, delays, and changing plansPersonal reflections from Laurie's time in LondonFamily concerns and embracing life's unfolding cyclesUpdates on upcoming Awake Space events and programsA walking tour through Chelsea and the Victoria & Albert MuseumThe connection between astrology, astronomy, and navigationHow astrology evolved from ancient civilizations through the RenaissanceThe role of philosophy, science, religion, and culture in shaping astrological practice

Mercury retrograde often gets blamed for everything that goes wrong, but Laurie argues that its real function is redirection, revision, and review. The frustrations and delays are invitations to adjust course rather than reasons to panic. Sometimes Plan B turns out to be better than Plan A.

Whether dealing with travel disruptions, family concerns, or changing circumstances, Laurie reflects on viewing life through the lens of cycles rather than labeling experiences as good or bad. The challenge is not avoiding obstacles but learning how to meet them.

Astrology is not frozen in ancient times. Laurie explores how modern astrology developed through centuries of observation, mathematics, philosophy, and cultural exchange, particularly through the contributions of scholars in the Islamic world, Renaissance Europe, and later scientific thinkers.

The way astrology is practiced today reflects the eras that came before us. Just as art, science, religion, and politics evolved, astrology evolved alongside them. Understanding that history provides important context for interpreting astrology in the modern world.

From the Industrial Revolution to artificial intelligence, societies face recurring challenges around technological change. Laurie draws parallels between historical transitions and today's rapidly changing world, emphasizing the importance of adaptability and discernment.

00:00 Welcome from London and St. Luke's Church
02:00 Personal reflections on travel, family, and change
05:00 Awake Space updates and upcoming events
07:30 Why Mercury retrograde isn't the real problem
10:20 Walking through Chelsea toward the V&A Museum
14:25 How to navigate Mercury retrograde successfully
22:50 Ancient astrology, Sumeria, and historical roots
27:00 Entering the Victoria & Albert Museum
30:00 Medieval manuscripts, scribes, and astrology's history
40:00 Navigation instruments, astronomy, and astrology
44:00 Evolution versus tradition in astrological practice
48:00 Renaissance art and changing philosophies
53:00 Industrialization, technology, and cultural shifts
58:00 The Industrial Revolution and lessons for today
01:03:00 Timekeeping, clocks, and changing worldviews
01:07:00 Mercury, mythology, and astrological symbolism
01:09:00 Why discernment matters in astrology
01:11:00 Final reflections and closing thoughts

• The 2027 Year Ahead Presentation (rescheduled to July 11)
• The Awake Space Community
• Victoria & Albert Museum
• St. Luke's Church, Chelsea
• William Lilly
• Galileo Galilei
• Copernicus
• Carl Jung
• Roberto Assagioli
• Benjamin Dykes

In This EpisodeKey TakeawaysMercury Retrograde Is Not the VillainLife Happens in CyclesAstrology Is a Living TraditionHistory Shapes InterpretationAdaptation Is a Human SkillTimestampsMentioned in This Episode

1 Million Downloads, Venus in Leo, and How to Get the Most Out of an Astrology Reading

The Awake Space has officially surpassed 1 million downloads and listens, and Laurie takes a moment to celebrate this milestone with the community that made it possible.

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In this episode, Laurie reflects on the journey from recording podcasts in her backyard to building a globally listened-to, listener-supported show. She shares updates on Healing the Money Wound™, Living by Luna, and upcoming plans for The Awake Space community.

Then Laurie is joined by astrologers Damien Shelby, Susie, and Shelby for another installment of the Astrologers Roundtable, where they discuss how to prepare for an astrology consultation, how to ask better questions, and how astrology can help you navigate major life transitions with more confidence and clarity.

Finally, Laurie explores Venus in Leo, discussing confidence, self-worth, visibility, creativity, and what it means to stop seeking permission from others and start owning who you are.

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00:00 Welcome and celebrating 1 million downloads

02:15 How the podcast began and why listener support matters

04:35 Updates from The Awake Space community and magazine

06:40 Updates on Living by Luna and Healing the Money Wound™

08:55 Future plans for teaching, Laurie’s Lab, and upcoming projects

11:00 Social media updates, recovery, growth, and new branding

15:30 Personal update: dental health and self-care

18:00 Community updates and future astrology training opportunities

20:55 Astrologers Roundtable begins

21:30 How to prepare for an astrology reading

23:10 Why specific questions create better results

25:30 Examples of successful consultations

27:50 How astrologers create a safe and supportive environment

30:20 Why prepared clients get more from readings

32:40 Common fears about transits and astrology

35:00 How astrologers communicate difficult information

38:00 Final advice from the astrologers

40:15 Roundtable wrap-up and consultation information

41:50 Venus enters Leo

44:15 Confidence, presence, and "being queen"

48:50 Self-worth, security, and the deeper meaning of Venus

50:45 Working with the Gemini New Moon

53:15 June magazine, journal prompts, and community resources

54:15 Final thoughts and closing message

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