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