The Awake Space with Laurie Rivers Podcast

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.

In this episode of The Awake Space with Laurie Rivers, the host discusses the theme of letting go and strategies for managing outcomes. She also delves into the concept of accountability and the importance of understanding what is within our control. Additionally, she explores the relationship between money, work, and self-validation, emphasizing the need to let go of societal programming and embrace personal values. The conversation delves into the theme of letting go and surrendering, exploring the process of releasing control and embracing what unfolds. It also addresses the concept of the money wound, examining learned structures and patterns related to financial behavior.

Takeaways
Letting go of outcomes is integral to managing stress and finding peace.
Understanding what is within our control and learning to let go of what is not can lead to a sense of empowerment and freedom. Letting go and surrendering lead to empowerment and a shift from feeling powerless to feeling empowered.
The money wound reflects learned patterns and structures related to financial behavior, and recognizing these patterns can lead to positive change.

Chapters
00:00 Exploring Letting Go
06:38 Mercury in Aries and Letting Go
12:01 Navigating Outcomes and Self-Reflection
18:01 Letting Go and Surrendering
26:42 The Money Wound and Financial Behavior

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The conversation delves into the significance of resonance, consciousness, and energy in understanding the collective and individual energy influences. Laurie puts things into clear perspective that it's not about pulling yourself up by your bootstraps, and it is about taking accountability for your own power.

Laurie shares for the first time in public how in a moment of despair in 1999, a messenger appeared not once, but twice. As we move through these times of massive systemic change, it's essential for all of us to "Stand and Deliver" our time, talents, and abilities to help shape the reality in which we want to live. This is both an individual and collective pathway...

In the last third of the episode, Laurie walks you through what's up with the astrology in April 2026 and what you can do to surf the cosmic currents.

Takeaways
Resonance, consciousness, and energy are key factors in understanding the collective and individual energy influences.
The importance of recognizing and addressing personal energy and its impact on mental and emotional well-being. Belief matters
Observing without judgment
Clearing energy is important

Chapters
00:00 Recognizing and Addressing Personal Energy Influences
39:52 Perception of Energy
45:44 Working with Energy
51:12 Community News & Shoutouts
01:00:57 Consolidating Resources in April
01:10:19 Full Moon in Libra