Much has been said about Pluto in Aquarius pushing us out of our comfort zones.From what I’ve been told, the transition started last November and will remain that way for at least 20 more years. Come to think of it, it was in November when I had flu twice during that last consultancy.  It was the shortest interval between flu bouts since, maybe, elementary. It made me realize that I needed a change of pace. As my healer recently put it, it was my soul screaming for an overhaul. So, by December, I took that leap again in what felt like a borderline deja vu. 

Looking back, my 30s were indeed defined by career crossroads. And, how funny. Here, I am, starting a new decade on the same note. Perhaps, it’s what I get for capping off the previous one with a cliffhanger. Still, and pardon the tarot jargon, I’d still take Moon over Eight of Swords any day. Being in limbo beats being stuck. Though, I’m aware there’s still a lot of self work to be done.  

Fortunately, I’ve learned that the trick was no longer finding my niche, but rather, finding the ones who appreciate every bit what I have to offer. That much was reinforced in my very brief stint as a recurring radio talent, the writing I finally had time to do, and the meaningful professional relationships I’ve built over the past few years. It’s true. When your heart and soul are in the right place, the right people will be sent to you. Moreover, the right doors will finally open. 

I’ve been told I look young for my age. Flattering as it is, I’m definitely starting to feel the opposite, notably in my struggles to keep both weight and blood sugar manageable since my gall bladder got the boot. And, on a personal note, I also lost a dear friend vital to my soul journey late last year, no thanks to The Big C. It’s sad that I’m celebrating without him for the first time. But it’s a reality I now have to face moving forward, as I enter both a landmark age and a planetary transit marked by dizzying changes.

I’m not promising I’m ready for Club 40. But, the fact of the matter is, I’ve made it in. And it’s my first day. It’s frightening in some aspects for sure, but I have faith I’ll figure it out. That’s all there is to it. And that’s the only self-assurance I need.