The Awake Space with Laurie Rivers Podcast

S7 Ep 27

In this episode of the popular talk show, The Awake Space with Laurie Rivers you'll discover information about locational astrology which includes astro-cartography.
Your host Laurie Rivers discusses the difference between transits and return charts, why all astrology deals with locations, and why relocating is not always going to give you the results you desire.

Plus she answers questions from the Awake Space Magazine subscribers and gives you the must know info about the Taurus New Moon coming up on May 16th.

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Takeaways
Astrology and locational astrology
The impact of planetary returns
The significance of transits and planetary returns
The privilege of being part of systemic change Locational astrology is one of the oldest forms of astrology.
Understanding locational astrology can help us know how different energies play a role in our lives.
Astrology is a system that symbolically maps out our being as spiritual beings having a human experience.
The planets aren't causal; they are reflective, and the future is a tree with many branches.
Groupthink and individual consciousness are influenced by Uranus, which governs both groupthink and disruptive thought.

Chapters
00:00 Astrology and Locational Astrology
08:13 Systemic Change and Privilege
14:16 The Impact of Location on Experience
20:15 Understanding Astrology and Groupthink
31:26 The Nature of Astrology

The Awake Space Podcast with Laurie Rivers covers a range of topics including travel plans, astrology classes, Patreon updates, and discussions on collective action and consciousness. Laurie shares insights on bypassing, resistance, and the impact of social conditioning. The podcast also features community news and a Q&A segment. The conversation covers a wide range of topics including resilience, systemic skills, judgment, radical acceptance, and spiritual experiences. Laurie Rivers shares personal experiences and insights on these themes, emphasizing the importance of self-awareness and healing.

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Takeaways
Collective action and consciousness are key themes in the podcast, emphasizing the importance of community and shared responsibility.
The discussion on bypassing and resistance highlights the need for self-awareness and accountability in personal growth and spiritual development. Resilience is built on seven factors and can be learned.
Radical acceptance involves feeling into discomfort without judgment or story.
Knowledge is not power unless you know how to use it.
Spiritual experiences and connections to guides can be deeply personal and transformative.

Chapters
00:00 Travel Plans and Updates
05:04 Alignment and Manifestation
10:26 Virtue and Accountability
18:01 Resilience and Radical Acceptance
45:43 Spiritual Experiences and Connection to Guides

S7 Ep 25 of The Awake Space with Laurie Rivers is diving into the depths as we approach the Scorpio Full Moon on May 1, 2026. As always Laurie walks you through the energy up on deck and gives you tips and tools on how to deal with these interesting cosmic shifts. Plus Laurie hosts best selling author, Wendy Mata, for a beautiful conversation around their new book, Bruja Curendera which explores Wendy's heritage, lineage, and offers guidance for life's journey.

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In S7 Ep 23 of the popular talk show, The Awake Space Podcast your host, Laurie Rivers gives you your weekly dose of insights and practical guidance for making it through these interesting times.

This week we have that uncommonly good day on the 23rd of April, it's most likely economic news and we could see an increase in hiring in the market place. She gives you the must know info on how to make it through the week with Mars still conjunct Saturn in Aries, and how to use the energy to your advantage. It's not a stop sign, it's a take action with a goal in mind.

Laurie answers questions from the Awake Space Membership and helps you understand what's going on with the low energy, how to take care of your energy while remaining in those important relationships, as well giving you the deets you need to surf the cosmic tide as Uranus slides into Gemini.

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Chapters
00:00 Introduction to the Awake Space Podcast
00:26 Uranus in Gemini: Understanding the Shift
01:42 Community Connection and Support
02:40 Exciting Updates and Predictions
04:00 Community Engagement and Preparedness
06:45 Predictions and Planning for 2026
09:00 Financial Insights and Global Events
10:37 Leadership Challenges and Global Strain
12:56 Mars-Saturn Conjunction: Strategic Action
15:54 Motivation during Mars conjunct Saturn
22:33 Cosmic Influences and Future Predictions
24:49 The Shift in Energy Towards 2026
26:36 Astrological Insights and Economic Predictions
29:23 Global Perspectives and Leadership Changes
32:00 Community Engagement and Technological Improvements
40:13 Understanding Astrology: Overcoming Confusion
42:50 Chart Reading Level One: A Structured Approach
45:46 Technological Innovations and Communication
48:54 Personal Growth and Channeling
51:52 Navigating Relationships and Interdependency
54:53 The Importance of Self-Care and Boundaries
57:27 Understanding Codependency vs. Interdependency
59:40 The Role of Empathy and Support
01:02:23 Finding Solutions in Difficult Times
01:05:17 Harnessing the Energy of Uranus in Gemini
01:08:23 The Power of Positive Thinking
01:11:11 Conclusion and Future Insights

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In S7 Ep 22 Your host Laurie Rivers explores the role the moon plays in life from the internal workings in the natal chart to the external happenings on the day to day. Laurie helps you understand how the energy of the moment which includes the Artemis ii mission helps illustrate the power of the moon in shaping humanity. "The Moon shows our humanity" and how by learning to be self aware, notice your cyclical patterns you can further adapt and grow.
Laurie shares some insights from her second edition of the Living by Luna process coming out end of April. For more on this watch Part 2 in the Awake Space Community on Wednesday April 15, 2026.