The Conscious Mind
Thoughts & Musings
On the Full Moon of February 1, 2026, at 23:09 Amsterdam time, the cosmos presents a powerful paradox: a Full Moon in the proud, heart-led sign of Leo, while five planets reside in the collective, forward-thinking sign of Aquarius. This isn't just a Full Moon; it's a celestial showdown between the individual and the tribe, the personal stage and the global community.
On January 26, 2026, Neptune leaves its dreamy home in Pisces after 14 years and steps into pioneering Aries, where it will remain until March 2039 (with a brief retrograde dip back into Pisces from late 2026 to early 2027). This shift marks a profound collective transition - from passive, boundary-dissolving compassion to assertive, identity-driven inspiration. Dreams no longer float; they ignite into courageous action. When we reflect on Neptune in Pisces (2011–2025/2026) - Neptune in its ruling sign amplified spirituality, empathy, illusion, and dissolution on a massive scale.
In 2026 we welcome a Numerology Year 1, the Chinese Zodiac Year of the Fire Horse and some very powerful Astrology alignments that are ready to shake things up! This special alignment with triple synergy creates explosive new beginnings - really a cosmic ignition of bold action, passion and manifestation!
On January 3, 2026, the first full moon of the year rises as a luminous supermoon in the nurturing sign of Cancer. Known traditionally as the Wolf Moon - named for the primal howls echoing through midwinter nights by Native American and European folklore - this celestial event blends wild instinct with deep emotional warmth.
The New Moon in Sagittarius, occurring on December 20 2025 at 02:43 AM Amsterdam time, is a powerful astrological event that combines the fresh-start energy of a new moon with the expansive, optimistic, and truth-seeking nature of Sagittarius. This combination creates a potent time for setting intentions, embracing change, and seeking personal growth.
Humans and music are both ancient histories and undoubtedly intertwined. There’s a reason why music and rhythm feel like second nature to us: it’s actually healthy for us! Research shows that listening to music actively boosts our health and well being. Here are 12 proven benefits of listening to music, so you better turn on a nice track while reading this.
Summer is hot, bright and sharp (pitta), and it boots most people’s energy levels and speeds up their metabolism. According to Ayurveda, the food that we put into our bodies affects our entire well-being, so it’s important to read up on our prakruti. Everyone has a specific balance of the three doshas.
