The new year is here - a fresh start with 12 months full of opportunities. Every year is a chance to create something new, set goals, and move forward with purpose.

For 2025, I thought about numerology. For those who may not know, numerology dates back to 4000 BCE and explores the influence of numbers on our lives. Unlike astrology, which focuses on the stars, numerology examines how numbers shape our character, life path, and relationships.

Numbers are a constant presence, from birthdays to anniversaries, and each reflects a unique energy. Experts believe this energy can reveal personal traits, predict future outcomes, and offer insights into important life events. It’s a different way to look at the energy of the year ahead.

This year, the number shaping 2025 is 9 - a number that’s all about transformation, letting go, and creating space for new beginnings.

To find the universal year number, you simply add the digits of the year together:

2 + 0 + 2 + 5 = 9

The number 9 marks the end of a cycle. It’s about wrapping things up, reflecting on where we’ve been, and stepping into what’s next.

The energy of 9 includes change, compassion, and letting go. The number 9 is often connected to big changes and growth. It’s about closing chapters, finishing what’s unfinished, and making peace with the past. Whether it’s an old habit, a relationship, or even a way of thinking, this is the year to let go of what no longer feels right.

But 9 isn’t just about endings - it’s also about compassion and creativity. This number encourages us to think beyond ourselves. It’s a time to help others, give back, and focus on what really matters.

Here’s what 2025 could bring:

Change: Be open to change - it’s how we grow.

Closure: Take the time to resolve unfinished business and move on.

Compassion: Show kindness to others and to yourself.

Creativity: Use your talents to make something meaningful.

Courage: The Key to Embracing Change

While the energy of 9 encourages growth, it often pushes us out of our comfort zones. Letting go of the familiar can be tough, and facing change takes courage. Courage is what helps us move forward, even when it feels uncertain. Courage gives us the strength to: let go of the past and trust in what’s ahead, be kind and open, even when it feels risky; start something new, even if we’re unsure of the outcome. Without courage, it’s hard to embrace the lessons of a 9 year. But with it, we can grow, evolve, and make space for the new opportunities waiting for us.

As we step into 2025, what will you let go of to create space for what truly matters? Which courage mindset will you need to embrace to make the most of this year?

Wishing you a happy and courageous New Year.