We’ve Crossed the Threshold
Navigating the First Days of a New 38-Year Era
Hello, beautiful souls,
If you’ve been feeling a strange, vibrating intensity in the air or perhaps a sudden, quiet realization that your “old life” doesn’t fit anymore, there is a very specific reason for it.
We aren’t just waiting for change. Change officially arrived five days ago.
On February 20th, we experienced a once-in-a-thousand-year astrological event: Saturn (the planet of reality) and Neptune (the planet of dreams) met at exactly 0 degrees of Aries. In my world, we call this the “World Point.” It is the absolute beginning of the zodiac. It is a total reset.
As I mentioned in last Friday’s episode of Ask Coach Marie, this isn’t just a fleeting mood. We have entered a 38-year cycle. The old paradigm is done. We are five days into a brand-new story, and it’s okay if you still feel like you’re finding your footing.
“Why do I feel so ‘in-between’?”
In our latest video, Ben from London asked why the world feels like it’s shifting under his feet. If you feel like Ben, know this: Aries energy is about the Warrior. It’s about movement. And because we are at the very beginning (0 degrees), it can feel like standing on the edge of a cliff before the first step.
My advice to Ben and to you is to get crystal clear on your goals. Not just for this month, but for the long haul. This cycle is asking: What do you want to build over the next four decades?
The Weekend Forecast: High Voltage & Sovereignty
As we move through this first week of our new era, the energy is cranking up even higher this weekend.
The Jolt: Mars (our drive) is forming a high-tension angle with Uranus (the planet of rebellion). This feels like a sudden jolt of electricity. You might feel an impulsive, fierce desire to break free from any restriction that’s holding you back. If you feel “itchy” or restless, that’s the cosmic push to stop playing small.
The Powerhouse: As the month closes, the Moon moves into bold Leo and faces off against Pluto. This is a call to self-sovereignty. You are being asked to burn away the “outdated version” of yourself to make room for the powerhouse you are becoming.
Looking Ahead: The Full Moon Eclipse (March 3, 2026)
The climax of this intense transition occurs next Tuesday, March 3, at 3:37 am Pacific / 6:37 am Eastern.
This is a Full Moon Eclipse, and eclipses act like a “cosmic reset button.” Think of it as: Lights out, lights back on. When the lights come back on, the landscape of your life will look different.
What to expect:
The Tug-of-War: The Moon is in Virgo (logic, health, routines) and the Sun is in Pisces (dreams, spirituality, intuition). You are being asked to balance your “real-world” responsibilities with your soul’s deepest wishes.
The Communication Fog: Mercury is sitting right next to the Sun, but it is Retrograde in Pisces. This means your logical brain might feel a bit “underwater.” Don’t force big decisions if they feel foggy; instead, listen to your intuition.
A Helping Hand: Thankfully, Jupiter (the planet of expansion) is sending beautiful energy to this eclipse. Even if things feel dramatic, there is a “safety net” of growth and emotional support underneath you.
The Healing: You might feel a bit of a “sting” regarding your identity (Chiron in Aries). This isn’t meant to hurt you; it’s meant to show you where you still need to heal so you can step into your full power.
How long will this last?
Eclipse energy is powerful. The “shift” you feel on Tuesday will ripple out for approximately six months. The seeds you plant and the things you release now will define the rest of your year.
Journal for Soul Growth: From Dream to Reality
In the video, Maya from Sedona asked how to balance big, scary spiritual dreams with real-world structure. Use these prompts to help you do exactly that:
The Soul’s Wish: With Mercury Retrograde in Pisces, quiet the “logic” for a moment. What is the one dream your soul keeps whispering to you?
The Saturn Step: Now, look at that big dream. What is one “Saturn” action (a practical, boring, or structural step) you can take this week to make it real?
The Regret Test: If you don’t act on this dream, how will you feel a year from now? If the answer is “regret,” then the fear is worth moving through.
Watch the full episode here:
We are in a major new era, and I am honored to walk this path with you. If you need a deeper dive into your personal chart to see where this 38-year cycle is hitting you, I’d love to connect. You can book a session at padmalifecoaching.com.
With love and radical authenticity,
Coach Marie
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