Dez 2025

Astrology and Christmas

We are approaching Christmas, and I have always been intrigued by the fact that behind all the consumerism nowadays—the bright plastic colors, the bad food, and the stress—there is actually the celebration of an astrological event taking place. It’s not exactly on the day, but Christmas comes right after the 21st of December, the darkest day of the year: the shortest day and the longest night. After this, the symbolic rebirth of the Sun takes place as she enters Capricorn.

I never thought that Jesus Christ—who became a figure so important that he changed how almost the entire world counts time and is celebrated in nearly every country on Earth—was just coincidentally born precisely during this time of year. I believe that this is a continuation of an old tradition found in many ancient cultures: celebrating the winter solstice, the rebirth of the Sun in her yearly cycle.

This shows that, as disconnected as our society seems to be from nature and the cosmic rhythms, we are still somehow moving within them and even celebrating them (though quite unconsciously). There is no escape from the absolute fact that we are embedded in cosmic cycles and rhythms that affect us every day—the weather, our whole economy, and even our emotions.

I guess it would be wise to acknowledge this again and begin living more in accordance with these rhythms: eating seasonally, sleeping and resting more in winter, and expanding more outward in summer…

The Sun symbolizes many things. It is essentially the only true source of energy for our planet. Everything that moves—the movement of your hands, all weather phenomena, cars driving around, and even our thoughts—is indirectly fueled by the power radiating from the Sun. It is captured through photosynthesis or simple heating effects and then converted into countless forms. Even the oil in the ground exists because plants and plankton accumulated solar energy over millions of years, transformed it into organic matter, and under compression it turned into oil. The ancient Egyptians had a beautiful symbol for their sun god Aton: a Sun with its rays pointing downward and ending in hands, showing the deep and inevitable connection between the Sun and life on Earth.

But the Sun has also always been a metaphor for the light of consciousness. Just as during the day, when we can see clearly and make better decisions, the Sun in our birth chart shows the part of ourselves that we can consciously connect with, identify with, and which allows us to shine. It symbolizes the most central point of our personality and can offer clues about our health, energy, and willpower. The big question “Who am I?” can often be approached through the position and aspects of the Sun in our birth chart.

Becoming conscious of our own “Sun”—our inner strength and potential—helps tremendously in fighting the demons of fear, doubt, and confusion. It reconnects us to our capacity to shine and to be a light for ourselves and for others.

This, for me, is also the core essence of Christmas. It is the celebration of light during the darkest time of the year, reminding us that we have the capacity to transform darkness into light and to shine from within—helping others through a kind word, a caring action, or simply by being present without fear and with a sense of inner security.

In this sense: Merry Christmas!

Jan 2026

The Astrology of 2026

This year seems to be a year of big change. All outer planets, except Pluto—which has already been in Aquarius for some time—will change signs. This is very unusual and highly significant.

This will mean fast and drastic changes in the astrological weather. To me, it seems that the new era of AI and its deep impact on society, war, and communication—something we could already clearly observe with Pluto entering Aquarius over the last years—will now accelerate. It will feel as if there is no way back, and a clear cut between the past and the future will become visible.

Especially during the next seven years, when Uranus enters Gemini in April and stays there until 2033, the rise of new technology will accelerate even more. Drone warfare and deliveries, cyber-attacks, instant speech translation that allows us to understand people all over the world, and much more come to mind. The so-called “Age of Aquarius,” which will still take around 100–200 years to fully begin, is already being foreshadowed and is gradually sinking into our daily lives, transforming nearly every aspect of them. Like all archetypes, it has both positive and negative sides, and much depends on how we deal with it. It can bring us closer together internationally while at the same time isolating us from the people around us, as we all connect to different cultures and realities through the internet and could start living in our own, isolated world, not connected to the people around us culturally.

One of the most significant constellations of the coming years will be the Saturn–Neptune conjunction at 0° Aries in February. This is extremely important, as they conjunct exactly at the beginning point of the zodiac and therefore clearly marking the start of a new cycle. We cannot underestimate how unusual and powerful this is. In my interpretation, this will make all themes that arise from the merging of these two archetypes highly influential in the years ahead and is kind of the conjunction of this decade showing bis themes during the last years and the years to come.

Old, seemingly untouchable structures will begin to dissolve (last time, for example, it was the Berlin Wall). What appears indestructible may suddenly—due to the Mars and Aries themes—fall apart. The struggle between reality and illusion, which has already been visible especially over the last year, will intensify even further. What is real? Who is good, who is bad? Can I trust the state and the structures of society? What are the morals of international law, and are they appropriate? Can a dreamy idea suddenly turn into reality?...

The trend of black-and-white thinking, oversimplification, and dividing everything into small, easily understandable boxes will be challenged by this constellation. This way of thinking will no longer be sufficient, and we will be confronted with the complexity and multilayered nature of reality, which slips through our hands as soon as we try to fix and define it. This can cause a massive shift in our ability to understand reality and open our consciousness to think beyond these simplifications. It can—and probably will—also intensify the cultural war, especially fought on the internet and, unfortunately, also in real life. This conflict is fueled by division caused by outdated ways of perceiving reality and a lack of empathy for the perspective of others.

Both Saturn and Neptune will enter Aries, the archetype of the soldier, war, competition, leadership, masculine energy, and fire. This is another reason—besides Uranus entering Gemini—why this year will be a year of acceleration. I believe each of us will feel this personally. Things will start moving faster and faster, and it may be stressful to keep up the pace and adapt to this new situation.

This could also mean that presidents and other leaders will show their true faces, and that illusions surrounding them will fall away. In general, I expect this to be a year full of leadership scandals and a kind of collective reality check.

One of the culmination points this year could be the Mars–Uranus conjunction on June 4. It is an explosive mixture in a year that is already quite accelerated and fiery. I hope that rather than manifesting its more destructive potential—such as explosions or sudden drastic and violent events—we experience its positive expression: revolution, liberation from oppressive leadership, or a sudden event that frees a group of people or an important idea.

There is, of course, much more to unpack, but these are likely among the most significant influences of the year. It is also worth keeping a close eye on the eclipse seasons in Aquarius and Virgo in February and March, and in Leo and Pisces in August.

In my consultations, I take a closer look at how these transits affect your personal chart and which areas of life are most strongly activated.

Feb 2026

Astrology and Ancient Myths

I feel that nowadays we are unconsciously hungry not only for real, nutritious food—which our bodies cannot find in the empty calories of highly processed products—but also deeply hungry for spiritual food, which we cannot find in our daily lives, routines, the media, or superficial conversations with a work colleague. This kind of nourishment simply does not fit and has no space in the stress of everyday life.

In the past, stories were told around the campfire, where elders shared their versions of creation. These were not scientific explanations of the past, but archetypal myths—fruits of a deep connection with the cosmos and nature—which were part of daily life. Children grew up with a feeling of awe for this world: a frightening yet miraculous place full of magic and the unknown. Even after our long time as hunter-gatherers, all ancient cultures developed symbols, stories, and myths about the world, marking a connection to a different understanding of their surroundings and expressing a deep human need to mythologize and explain existence—not only through science, but through emotional connection and intuitive understanding.

All cultures in recorded history were built around these beliefs. The Greeks with Zeus, Poseidon, and Hermes; the Egyptians with Ra and Osiris; the Celts with the Dagda and Brigid—and likewise, Eastern cultures have always been deeply connected to deities and mythologies. It seems that, just as important as food and shelter, grasping the bigger picture—answers to questions like Why are we here? and Where do we come from?—has been essential for human beings throughout history. It feeds something within us that longs for orientation and connection, and without it we would be left starving.

Interwoven with and born out of these traditions was astrology: a systematic attempt to categorize and understand the world through the lens of archetypal phenomena. Astrology is, in a way, a distillation and concentration of ancient myths, blended with the early beginnings of scientific and accurate observation of the sky.

Only very recently, with the beginning of the scientific revolution and the Age of Enlightenment, these beliefs and myths were rejected and seen merely as aids to explain what could not yet be understood. Although this way of thinking brought many blessings—such as emergency medicine, comfort, and new ways of communication—it has also consumed these ancient forms of “mythical food” that are so necessary for human beings. Nietzsche’s dramatic phrase, “God is dead. And we have killed him,” seems more relevant than ever. We have killed the magic, wonder, and myth of our world, leaving us as mere accidents of evolution in a pointless universe.

This unconscious nihilism is everywhere and opens the door to many kinds of mental and physical illness. The rise in plastic surgery—which can reflect an unconscious fear and denial of death—the slogans of Generation Alpha like “You only live once” and “fear of missing out,” the strong drive toward egocentrism, even killing the instict of making the sacrifies of parenthood and the way we treat planet Earth as a resource to extract rather than a sacred mother to nurture and protect are just a few examples of the drastic consequences of the postmodern mindset.

Still, I believe that this process—the disconnection from the spiritual and mythological realm—is necessary. It is part of the evolution of consciousness and a collective initiation into a new form of spirituality that reconnects us with the divine in an individual and more conscious way. Each person, in their own way, must first be willing to reconnect and then find their own access to the spiritual realm again—this time as a free and conscious participant in the evolution of consciousness and not just in the presents of a shaman or medium like in the old times. But with this freedom comes risk. There is also the possibility of not reconnecting at all, of choosing to live in an empty and artificial world, slowly sinking into the darkness of forgetting our divine roots and becoming prey to the demons of egocentrism and dehumanized cold mechanisms.

I see astrology as one possible medicine for this illness. It can initiate a powerful awakening process, helping us reconnect and regain a sense of meaning and purpose. It shows us that we are part of a greater whole—one that is not here by chance, but carefully placed by an intelligence we may not yet fully grasp, but can intuitively sense. There is is something we can trust and believe in, and through it begin our own personal journey toward spiritual growth and understanding.

Mar 2026

Chriron in Astrology

Chiron is one of the more recently discovered celestial bodies and is not classified as a planet by astronomers. In astrology, however, it was gradually incorporated into interpretative practice following its discovery in 1977, and it quickly became clear that its name — Chiron, a mythical figure from Greek mythology — fits it remarkably well.

From an astronomical point of view, the name was chosen because Chiron is an object located between Saturn and Uranus and is considered to be part asteroid and part comet. This corresponds closely with Chiron’s mythological nature as a centaur — half horse and half human.

In Greek mythology, Chiron was injured by a magical arrow that inflicted a wound impossible to heal. Even he, the most renowned healer, was unable to cure his own injury. Thus, he became the archetype of the “wounded healer”: unable to heal himself, yet constantly caring for others.

In astrology, accumulated evidence from observing thousands of birth charts suggests that Chiron is often strongly emphasized in the charts of people with a therapeutic or healing vocation. In particular, Chiron positioned in the second, sixth, or tenth house frequently points toward a professional path in therapy or healing work.

It has also become clear that Chiron indicates the area of the chart where we experience weakness, vulnerability, and difficulty in overcoming obstacles and fears. It is often called the “wound of the chart,” pointing to those areas of life in which we must undertake a deep journey of confrontation with our limitations, entering fully into our vulnerability.

To me, it seems that the wounds associated with Chiron are never fully healed, much like the magical wound of the mythological figure. Working with Chiron therefore becomes a path of acceptance, allowing space — especially within relationships — for vulnerability to be revealed. The wound does not disappear; rather, we develop the ability to live with it in a harmonious way and even access it as a driving force for helping others.

This may explain why so many therapists appear to have Chiron as a strong focal point in their charts. How can we truly heal others if we do not possess the sensitivity and depth of understanding required to comprehend their suffering? Chiron initiates a process in which individuals must pass through deeply confrontational experiences that expose their most profound vulnerabilities and wounds. By facing and working through these challenges, we develop the capacity to understand and support the suffering of others.

Through this process — first understanding, then accepting, and finally integrating this wound — we undergo a profound transformation that may be described as the integration of Chiron. This is often initiated by a powerful transit affecting Chiron’s position in the birth chart, triggering a form of initiation.

Traditionally, shamans were required to undergo ritualized initiation processes guided by elders. These often involved some form of separation from ordinary life and from the warmth and safety of the community. The apprentice was forced to confront fears and inner demons alone, in isolation.

Today, such initiation processes tend to occur through life experiences themselves and are often highly individual. These are the times when we experience deep inner loneliness and separation, sometimes even while surrounded by others. Frequently, this represents a call of the Chiron archetype, urging us to confront our deepest wounds so that we may develop the capacity to work with them and, ideally, transform them into a force capable of healing and supporting others.

Apr 2026

Seed of massive Change: The Saturn and Pluto Conjunction in 2026

For anyone following astrology online, it is clear that many astrologers have been predicting that this year will bring drastic changes to the world. We are facing a massive shift in the astrological climate, with many strong and significant transits taking place. You no longer need to be a prophet to see that, since the beginning of the year, things have been moving quickly. It increasingly appears that this year will go down in history as one of the most decisive and significant periods in recent—if not overall—human history.

In this short essay, I want to zoom in on what I consider the most significant transit of the century: Saturn and Neptune at 0° Aries. This marks the culmination of a roughly 35–36-year cycle, occurring precisely at the beginning of the zodiac. I have already discussed this transit in my newsletter about the year 2026, but as Rudolf Steiner said, there are always 12 perspectives on any given subject. This suggests that the transit carries many layers of interpretation, some of which I would like to explore here in greater depth.

1. Dissolving of Current Structures

Since Saturn represents the principle of reality, and Neptune in many ways represents its opposite, this transit suggests a strong confrontation between these two principles. Saturn governs the structures of society in the present moment, including financial systems, which are now being dissolved and diffused by the archetypal influence of Neptune.

In my view, this indicates that the year will act as a seed for a profound shift in how our economic systems are structured. It may become increasingly unclear who is in control or how developments will unfold. We are entering a murkier, more uncertain phase, where a struggle—an Aries theme—over the control of existing structures is taking place.

In such a situation, it may be wise to remain cautious and flexible, and, if possible, not rely on a single source of income.

In this context, I also believe that the current situation in Iran and the Middle East will have a lasting impact on the global economy rather than being a short-term phenomenon. It may become a driving force behind significant economic transformation, reshaping the global system in a lasting way.

2. Reality vs. Illusion

I also believe that with this transit, what could be called the “post-truth” era will become even more deeply embedded in our daily lives. It may grow increasingly difficult to distinguish factual truth in the media and on the internet, which serve as our primary windows into global conflicts and economic conditions. In this sense, a kind of war over truth is emerging—especially as this transit begins in Aries, the archetype of conflict.

The question then becomes: who will succeed in shaping what is perceived as truth? And more fundamentally, who allows themselves to see only shadows, as in Plato’s Allegory of the Cave? Who remains the active agent in shaping their own perception of reality?

Part of this perspective is also the recognition that reality itself is becoming more multifaceted and complex, no longer accessible through outdated models of understanding. A nuanced, flexible, and multi-layered (Neptunian) perception of reality (Saturn) is increasingly necessary in order to make sense of the world and avoid falling into simplistic narratives or stereotypes, which ultimately lead to illusion and ignorance.

3. Emergence of New Ideologies and Belief Systems

Neptune also symbolizes our connection to something higher—beliefs, ideals, and the longing for a more perfect world. History has shown that some of the most destructive actions have been carried out in the name of idealistic visions and the desire to “fix” the world.

I believe that both genuine spirituality—rooted in humility, service, empathy, and faith—and the archetype of the ideologically blindfolded warrior will become more pronounced. This warrior operates under the belief that violence, war, and force are necessary to prevent an even greater catastrophe.

In this sense, the Neptunian principle will become more deeply embedded in reality, for better and for worse, bringing the tension between illusion and illumination directly into the arena of lived experience.

4. Spiritual Shift from 3D to 5D Reality

I also see this transit as marking a significant turning point—the beginning of the end of the postmodern, materialistic worldview. Saturn, in many ways, represents material reality, which is currently regarded as the only “real” form of existence. However, this perspective is beginning to dissolve.

An important choice is emerging in the evolution of human consciousness, and it is becoming increasingly urgent. Each individual is faced with the decision of whether to remain immersed in a purely materialistic framework—sinking deeper into the belief that only what can be perceived through the senses is real.

Virtual reality and increasingly sophisticated forms of material pleasure are clear examples of this tendency. At the same time, the call to awaken to other dimensions of existence is growing stronger and more accessible than ever.

The choice lies between committing to the often challenging path of resolving one’s karma, engaging in inner work, and developing a spiritual identity—or surrendering to the comfort and hypnotic pull of technology. This tension is now coming to the forefront, and a call is being extended to each of us: how will we respond to this shift, and how will we integrate it into our personal lives?

Mar 2026

Fertility Issues in Astrology

Fertility problems, of course, are a very complex topic, involving genetics, nutrition, stress, trauma, ongoing illnesses, and many other factors. But in astrology, we can also gain insight into the spiritual dimension of fertility issues and detect certain tendencies and emotional patterns that block or undermine the capacity to have children. This is also true for men, but especially in the charts and transits of women, we can gather a great deal of information that may help resolve—or at least reduce—certain issues around fertility.

The Fourth House: Feeding the Topsoil

One of the most important indicators of fertility and related topics is the 4th house. This is the area of life where we create a nest, slow down, nourish ourselves, and find our base of security. I always look at the constellation in and around this house first in order to understand problematic patterns that could interfere with fertility.

In German, we have the beautiful word for topsoil: Mutterboden, which literally means “mother-soil.” Here we can see how the soil that feeds you in life is often directly related to the womb. If we are not creating, protecting, and nurturing fertile soil in our lives—for example, by living under constant stress, lacking proper nutrition, or, very often, not allowing ourselves to be nurtured by ourselves or others because we do not feel worthy of receiving that mothering warmth—this is often reflected in the health of the womb and, consequently, in a lower rate of fertility.

Astrology helps us bring seemingly unconnected areas of life together by linking them through the archetypes, in this case Cancer (the 4th house). Suddenly, non-causal effects gain meaning through the law of analogy, which is fundamental to understanding astrology.

For example, the lack of a stable physical home can actually be related to instability and distress in the womb. Perhaps not through direct causation, but because both belong to the same archetypal principle and are part of the same field of resonance. This is a practical example of how astrology can help widen our perspective and connect certain dots, bringing us onto the path of a more holistic healing process.

There are many planetary influences I have observed in the charts of female clients that can have a challenging impact on the 4th house. Here I will name a few to give you an idea.

1. Uranus

Uranus represents one of the most unsteady, hectic, and nervous planetary principles of all. Having Uranus in the 4th house, or Uranus in connection with the ruler of the 4th house, can be very challenging. Most women with this constellation have a very hard time allowing themselves to settle enough—physically and emotionally—to have children. There is often a deep fear of losing one’s freedom and flexibility (Uranus) by committing to motherhood.

Very often, this fear is unconscious, and some women may be trying to get pregnant without success, believing it is purely a physical problem. But by digging deeper, they are confronted with this fear, often rooted in early childhood (another 4th-house topic). Facing this real issue can offer these women a choice: either realizing that perhaps one’s nature is not meant to be a mother in this life—which can tremendously release pressure from partner and family—or consciously choosing motherhood.

That choice becomes possible by slowly building up that “mother-soil” in life: deeply embracing rest, true nurture, slowing and calming things down, and connecting with the dormant archetype of Cancer, which is a soft, calm, and nurturing energy.

2. Mars

Mars has some similarities to Uranus. His agitating, aggressive, and individualistic nature can disturb the harmony needed in the 4th house. Here, the woman’s body may symbolically perceive fertilization as an invader that must be defended against.

Often, this goes back to some form of physical or emotional violence in early childhood, which created a protective armor that was once necessary to defend this precious feminine part of the personality. Very often, beneath that armor, there is a great mother waiting to be discovered—someone who can transform the aggressive energy of Mars into a driving force for raising and protecting children.

But first, the choice of softening and working through this aggression must be made. This Martian energy, often stored deeply in the body, needs to be released and transformed.

3. Saturn

Less impactful than Uranus or Mars—because Saturn can also bring positive qualities such as structure and stability—but still worth mentioning is Saturn. It is a masculine and highly controlling archetype, which does not naturally blend well with the 4th house.

Here, the fear of letting go, trusting, and losing control can become an issue. The emotional part—and consequently the physical part—may be blocked by fear. All the possible things that could theoretically go wrong during pregnancy and labor (an almost infinitely long list), along with financial concerns and other anxieties, may prevent the womb from becoming receptive to holding a fertilized egg.

These blockages and fears can create a freezing effect in this part of the body. Here as well, confronting these fears and searching for their roots is essential.

The Moon

Similar issues may also be observed through the position of the Moon in the chart, which is another representation of the archetype of Cancer. Here, aspects become especially important. A Moon in opposition to Mars, for example, may have a similar effect to Mars in the 4th house.

In such cases, we can often more accurately trace the origin of the Martian agitation by examining from which house and sign Mars is aspecting the Moon.

To make a truly accurate statement about fertility, however, the whole chart must always be considered in order to understand the profile of the person and other strong influences and patterns.

A Few Words on Male Fertility

Male fertility, from an astrological perspective, works a bit differently. Here, the will to take responsibility is one of the driving factors. Because of this, Saturn is often the stork who brings the children. Strong Saturn transits, like the Saturn return or Saturn passing sensitive points of the chart, are big indicators.

Also, low testosterone levels—which might be observed through blockages of Mars and Mars-related themes—come to mind. Having Neptune in conjunction with Mars could be one example, but also a difficult stand of Mars in watery signs or houses can be an indicator. Again, it is a very complex topic as well, which I will not delve into here too much.

Final Thoughts

In the end, I just want to mention that, of course, I understand there are women with real and undeniable physical problems who have tried everything and genuinely need medical help in order to get pregnant.

At the same time, I believe that many fertility problems today—and one could almost call it an epidemic of infertility—are rooted in emotional and spiritual issues that can be addressed. It makes me sad to see so many women going through highly invasive, painful, and expensive treatments before first exploring whether there may be deeper-rooted issues contributing to infertility.

I have seen amazing changes in women who began their own healing journey, trying to understand what they truly need and want. Suddenly, chronic and seemingly untreatable conditions began to ease in ways that felt almost miraculous.

Unfortunately, many doctors are not trained to look through this lens as well, and IVF is often approached too quickly rather than as a true last resort in addressing fertility challenges.