Maybe you're noticing you feel a little more on edge, or unsettled? Or maybe you feel an excitement, but you don't know why?
Entering into 2025, we can anticipate an overall sense of significant global, community and humanitarian shifts. The anticipatory energy in advance of what’s to come can have you feeling excited or unsettled or angst; it’s natural as we’re on the cusp of societal and progressive change, and change can be exciting or scary as hell! With my own 'buzz' within me right now, I was curious to know what might be at play that’s larger than me, and it led me to research what’s happening with the planets. While I’m not one to live by astrology, what I found offers some answers to what I’m feeling. The first, and biggest discovery I made is that we’re now into the 'age of Aquarius,' such that Pluto has finally made its transition into this Air sign of change. Aquarius begs for challenge, disruption, an upheaval of processes, mindsets, norms and precepts that have been in place for a very long time. With that, this coming shift is generational - Pluto heralds this energy of change for the next ~ 20 years, and THAT is BIG energy! As a little history, the age of Enlightenment, the start of the Industrial Revolution and both the American and French Revolutions took place when Pluto was last in Aquarius; and in its earlier passing, circa 1532-1553, the Protestant Reformation took place.
Additionally, we see several other major planetary and astrological shifts, many in early months of the year, setting the tone for the next two to fifteen years. And these shifts also invite energy to support societal and personal change. From the North and South Nodes, we can individually anticipate being called further into our greater purpose, as well as see an expansion of compassion and collective unity around the planet. With this, though, comes an energy that will push (shove?) us out of our comfort zone to achieve what is needed. Neptune moves into Aries in March, igniting energy to champion equality and respect, globally and culturally (the Civil War began the last time Neptune moved into Aries). We can also watch for the movement of Saturn, Jupiter and Uranus later in March and early summer, collectively bringing energy for innovation, challenging norms and encouraging reconnection with family and ancestors.
So....if you're feeling an energetic buzz, it's for good reason! We are already within the pulls of all these planetary and astrological shifts, and with so much momentum for change and challenging the status quo, you'll certainly feel this within you. While the astrological events bode global and generational changes, remember that those are the macro versions - within each of us, we'll individually experience micro shifts. This is all for our greater good, to push us to question what we believe and trust, and to inspire within us a sense of open thinking and expansion. The energies at play are supportive, here to assist and propel humankind into the next evolution. How exciting (albeit perhaps nerve-wracking) to be part of this!
When it feels right, lean into this energy to push forward – it is there to help you achieve what you need. And when it feels challenging, pause to evaluate if you’re at a moment of growth, or if you need to take time for rest – always honor what you need. With all change, there is a surrendering of what was in order to create space for what will be, and by nature, that’s what makes change intimidating. By remaining present, aware, curious and adaptable, you’ll feel more flexibility to shift as the world and energies shift in and around you. This year will be a time to cultivate practices that support you being mindful and participatory in what unfolds, to look to the future with even loftier dreams and goals that could shape your life for the next chapter that awaits, and to look within for the limiting beliefs that hold you back or keep you stuck in unsupportive patterns.
So how best to manage all this?? Remember to enlist the support you need through these coming times of evolution. Find the family, friends and communities where you can talk about what you’re experiencing. These energies invite out-of-the-box thinking, so you may find you’re looking in new places to find the right circle. I will tell you that while there is strength in numbers, when maneuvering big change, sometimes all you need is one other person who ‘gets it’ to share with. I know I’ve sometimes felt alone in my own journey, and it’s been through shifting my own perspectives that I’ve met some of the most wonderful and supportive people. I also learned there are more people out there who also want to talk about what’s shifting, and in creating a safe space, you welcome more people into your circle. For the BIG stuff that comes up, having a trusted therapist, counselor or mentor to work with is also incredibly supportive. Don’t forget that significant change generally happens over time, so it’s unlikely to anticipate an earth-rattling event from these energy shifts (but I don’t aim to predict the future)…though just maybe, keep your eyes, ears, heart and mind open to see what small shifts you begin to notice.
By Jennifer Rizza, Founder of Newtown Wellness Collective, IAHC Certified Health & Wellness Coach, Reiki Master, Yoga Teacher, student of life, curious soul!
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