2025: The Perfect Square
Sunset in Sedona
I reflected on my tarot card pull earlier this week, The Star. This card, associated with Aquarius, symbolizes inspiration, trust in self, and maintaining a deeper connection with universal intelligence. It’s essentially cosmic inspiration leading to purpose and the recognition of the boundless potential for growth—not only as individuals but as part of the collective whole.
As we sit on the cusp of the new year, thoughts of possibility and hope flood my mind. 2024 was a wild ride, for sure, and the past four years have felt like several lifetimes of experience. (Doesn’t the pandemic seem like it was simultaneously 20 years ago and just yesterday?)
This reflective mood makes the unique nature of 2025 even more intriguing. Did you know that 2025 is a perfect square year, represented as 45(squared) = 2025? Perfect square years are rare and remarkable, occurring at increasingly wider intervals as numbers grow larger. In both sacred geometry and astrology, the square is a symbol of dynamic friction and growth—a reminder of the challenges that forge resilience and transformation.
Historically, perfect square years have often aligned with pivotal cultural, scientific, and societal milestones. In 1225, the Middle Ages were flourishing with advances in mathematics and astronomy. The Enlightenment began after 1600, ushering in an era of reason and discovery. In 1849, the California Gold Rush represented ambition and the pursuit of dreams. Even in 1936, during the Great Depression, the world saw technological progress and iconic events like the Berlin Olympics.
Astrologically, the square aspect embodies friction and transformative energy, encouraging growth through challenge. Much like its mathematical significance, 2025 holds the potential to be a year of deep transformation—a time to confront obstacles, reassess priorities, and strive for collective progress. This energy is amplified as Pluto settles into Aquarius, where it will remain for the next two decades, heralding profound shifts in humanity’s approach to technology, community, and social structures.
The intersection of mathematical beauty and astrological meaning positions 2025 as a year of both reflection and forward momentum. It urges us to embrace change and celebrate the deeper patterns that shape our lives, reminding us that transformation often begins with a single step forward.
My hope and prayer for 2025 is that we all move forward and continue to evolve in meaningful ways. That we do not remain stagnant. May we hold onto curiosity and wonder as we seek and fulfill our purpose. Here’s to a transformative 2025!
