Heading towards 2026  |  New Year's message 2025  |  December 15h, 2024  |  Oth - Ellen Rauh - in English

Heading towards 2026

Good afternoon, everyone! Today, we’d like to share some thoughts with you about the upcoming year, 2025.

Everyone usually has a very busy schedule. Every minute counts. But why do we structure time? Dear people, even in prehistoric times, there was a need for organizing time to make appointments. Back then, there were no watches, phones, or alarms. So, what did they have? They had the sun, they had the moon. When the sun was at a certain position, they would meet. Or when the moon was full, half, or crescent-shaped—that too served as a time marker. And, of course, there were the stars. So, the sun, the moon, and the stars formed their concept of time. They also used other methods—Ellen knows about this—the smoke signals. Or sounds: the horn, the tam-tam. All of these were ways to coordinate time.

2025. In numerology, 2+2+5 equals 9. The number 9 is deeply significant in many ancient cultures. And where are we heading? 2026. The year 2025 offers us a full year to prepare for 2026. Numerologically speaking, we transition from 9 to 10, moving from 2+2+5=9 to 2+2+6=10.

Nine holds great importance in various ancient traditions. The ancient Sufi community often spoke of nine stages. Pregnancy, for instance, usually lasts nine months. How long does a new phase of life last? It always moves in cycles of nine. The old Sufi masters would assign their students the first task, stage one. Whether it took one year or two to complete, the master would know when the student was ready. Stage one centered around “I.” Me, myself, and I. Only then could they proceed to stage two: “You, you, you, and I.” And so, they progressed through stages three, four, five, six, seven, eight, and nine. Upon reaching the ninth stage, they received a diploma—a circle—and with their newfound wisdom and life experience, they began again at stage one.

The Zero: The zero represents a circle, the conclusion of a phase. The one stands for a new beginning. In the ancient I Ching, the Book of Changes, there are 64 hexagrams. Six plus four equals ten—a completed phase, marking a new start. One symbolizes creation. Two, receptivity. And so on. The most challenging trigram? Waiting. Who doesn’t dislike waiting? Waiting for what? You’ve sown your seeds, and now you must wait and wait until something emerges. And what emerges will only be clear when the time is right.

Dear people, what awaits you in 2025? It will be a transitional year. Last year, we mentioned it would be turbulent. Looking back, you’ll see that was true. Around the world, upheavals and shifts in power are occurring. Innovations are emerging in countless fields. Polarization is increasing. There are advocates and opponents, often clashing over words. There’s conflict—much conflict.

Each of you is a caregiver

At the same time, there is a profound sense of solidarity. Out of nowhere, people rise to help. They launch crowdfunding campaigns, offer physical assistance, and set everything else aside to provide aid. Draw strength from caregivers in all forms.

Each of you is a caregiver in some way: offering a listening ear, an encouraging pat on the back, a smile, a nod, or sharing in someone’s experience. Everyone needs someone to lean on now and then. Everyone occasionally needs someone they trust to vent their anger or share their sorrow. And don’t forget to laugh regularly! There is always something to laugh about, moments of shared joy, like during celebrations of freedom.

Gather with like-minded individuals and celebrate. It doesn’t have to be loud or grand, but find reasons to celebrate. Celebrate life! Celebrate your victories, however small. Whether you’ve conquered a minor fear or taken a significant step forward with a little push from others, every step is progress.

A record of experiences

As you move toward 2026, a year of closure and new beginnings, take time to reflect on what you’ve accomplished. If you were to keep a record of all the experiences you’ve had this year, you might be surprised at how they’ve shaped you. Some moments may feel like losses, but in time you’ll realize they were necessary for your growth. A new start often requires letting go. Trust that what truly belongs to you will remain, while other aspects may shift to the periphery. You never truly lose anything. Cherished memories and connections stay with you, even when people or circumstances change. Treasure those memories, build new ones, and remain open to the opportunities the future holds.

Electric and digital network

What is happening on Earth, on your planet that you call Earth? A lot, an immense amount. You like to divide everything into time zones and eras: “from this year to that year” or “before or after that century.” There was the Stone Age, the Iron Age, and the Industrial Age. Well, dear people, you’ve long been in the Electric and Digital Network Era. The digital age has been made possible by your discovery of electricity as a source of energy. Without electricity, no digital networks. Today, you can generate energy – essential for the digital network – from various sources: the ground, the air, geothermal heat, the sun, and so on.

And nowadays, everything seems to be controlled by the digital network. Is that a disaster? No. Many people wouldn’t be alive today without computers. Many surgeries are only possible thanks to computer technology. And without this technology, there would be no satellites, which can observe everything and collect data. And all those chips! Chips on animals, to track their locations or study how they fly. Chips on fish in the ocean, on plants in the sea, and on animals and plants on land. Many people walk around with embedded chips or devices with chips on their wrists. A chip economy – and we don’t mean the snack food! – but tiny electronic chips that neatly take over your memory, warn you, and monitor you.

Cosmic Internet

So: do you even need your memory anymore with all those barcodes, QR codes, and those marvelous devices that warn you, wake you, or send out distress signals? We say: absolutely, because there also exists Cosmic Internet. Cosmic Internet sends signals to your intuition, and no chip can replicate that. The higher power is Cosmic Internet. As much as humanity would like to take control, Cosmic Internet is far grander. We used to call ourselves the Masters of the Galaxy, as a form of imagery. A galaxy consists of millions of stars, and there are countless galaxies in the universe. No satellite can compete with that, let us assure you.

High voltage

The sun is under high tension. There have never been so many solar storms and eruptions on the sun. You call it climate change. In our planetary systems, we refer to it differently. These are energy discharges. The atmosphere in the universe and on Earth is under high tension. You must stand firm on your feet not to be blown away by all the crisis situations because nowadays, almost everything is labeled a crisis. But there is undoubtedly high tension in the air: an extreme number of lightning storms and extreme weather conditions.

It is a transitional phase. Slowly but surely, a kind of order is emerging from the chaos. New power dynamics, new mixed communities – no longer groups that all think alike, but a blending of kindred spirits and people with shared interests. That is progress. Small-scale communities forming a chain against the megalomania of many. Big, bigger, becomes small, medium. But within the small are grand people. Within the moderate are grand people. And even among the highest peaks are grand people.

So don’t polarize. Have compassion for everyone currently in a position of great power. Imagine standing there, swallowing your pride, and remaining steady in the storm to serve others. “Would you dare?” is always the best question to ask. Be glad there are still people who dare to do so. And be glad for yourself. Connect with one another. Connect with human voices, a human hand, a human hug, a human presence. And understand that the electric phase of planet Earth will cause many short circuits to bring the frequency back to normal. Sometimes too high, sometimes too low, but ultimately more in tune with the collective. Speed, top speed, will be balanced by deceleration. Such is the nature of polarity.

Struggle and peace are integral to life

Each of you has fought different battles—against systems, religions, family dynamics, siblings. Struggle is an inevitable part of life, a force that drives you to challenge what no longer aligns with who you are. It is a necessary resistance, a springboard for forging your own path. Struggle is not exclusive to humans; it is intrinsic to animals, plants, viruses, and bacteria alike. Struggle is life.

Peace is life as well—a sense of harmony within a community, a shared belief, or a conviction that grants you the comfort of safety: “I am secure.”

Peace means: I feel secure.
War means: there is insecurity. Yet this does not necessarily mean: I am insecure.

Even in war, there is an undeniable bond among people: shared sorrow, collective compassion, mutual care, and a united force fighting on your behalf. This, too, is an aspect of war.

The digital age has heightened your awareness, allowing you to witness conflicts in real-time, which can make it seem as though wars are more prevalent now than ever. Yet wars have always been present. Most of you—be thankful—have never experienced war firsthand. If a single apartment block or a handful of houses collapses, it becomes front-page news, sparking a widespread outpouring of aid. Simultaneously, there are regions where entire streets, even villages, are wiped away. There, too, a kind of communal solidarity arises.

In times of peace, however, support often diminishes; people tend to fend for themselves. So, do wars or catastrophes become necessary to foster large-scale connections among strangers? Our answer is: let this be a voluntary act. Hence, we advocate for smaller circles of people who support one another. That is where true strength lies.

Personal wars

Many individuals experience their own wars—battles within their bodies, within family dynamics, or against institutions. These personal struggles are no less significant. They require help—expert guidance, yes, but also human compassion: people who act as anchors, confidants who offer encouragement to endure. Each person carries their own internal battles. Each person also holds the potential for inner peace.

When you find yourself embroiled in an internal conflict, seek out those who embody peace—trusted individuals with whom you feel safe. They can help draw you out of the turmoil and inspire you to leave the struggle behind.

Most people’s battles are fought against themselves—against rigid rules they’ve imposed, accepted, or relied upon as their anchors and truths. But in times of transformation, these rules often need to be abandoned: the ones you clung to, that once upheld you, but now no longer serve. Boundaries shift—they must either expand or contract to reflect your current reality.

Reflect on your life and note how often you have relinquished security to embark on a new adventure. Consider how often you have sacrificed peace to confront a challenge, all for the chance to celebrate the victory. Think of an athlete striving for a medal, enduring countless injuries yet pressing on toward the goal.

We all fight. Every person needs a struggle if it brings them closer to a new purpose. Persevere, stand firm, surround yourself with trusted allies, and build pillars of support. In doing so, you equip yourself to face the struggle and ultimately embrace the triumph. "Yes, I did it!" No, rather: "Yes, we did it." For no battle is ever fought alone.

Taking control of your own direction

Many young children are highly sensitive to energies. For them, numerous electronic devices are disruptive to their minds. They are expected to be “on” all the time, constantly visible and trackable. How wonderful it was, in earlier times, to be able to do something secretly, knowing no one would ever find out! How can today’s youth manage to achieve that same sense of freedom?

These children sense the arrival of a new world—a world disconnected from computers and untethered from AI, or artificial intelligence, that computes and predicts everything in neatly organized tables. They are connected instead to the Cosmic Internet. They are the inventors of tomorrow, envisioning systems for new communities, new models of enterprise, and innovative ways of leading. Their intuition is a formidable strength. And in a digital world like ours, nothing is more essential than intuition—the internal navigation system that signals what feels right or wrong, what aligns or doesn’t.

Each of you, whether you acknowledge it or not, frequently takes control of your own direction. And when plans fall apart unexpectedly, it can make you frustrated. Yet there is also such a thing as a higher direction—one that no one can override.

Yes, computers wield great power, as does your intuition and your higher guidance. The challenge lies in choosing whom to follow. At times, it’s convenient to relinquish control, letting your internal navigation guide the way. Your car responds to your commands; you connect with people across the globe effortlessly.

The value of personal connection in a digital age

“How are you doing?” In the past, you might have lost touch with someone forever, but now you can stay connected. Friendships are no longer confined to your village, city, or social group. The scope is far broader. And yet, this expansive reach makes the importance of intimacy and closeness even greater.

Who do you see in person? Who do you hear with your own ears? What nuances do you pick up in their voice? Or do you rely solely on video calls, where people present themselves for a curated moment, only to break down minutes later because they didn’t want their sadness to show?

What do you truly see of a person through a video connection? And what do you really perceive when you meet someone in person? Never the whole story. Every individual has the right to reveal only what they choose in that moment. But when fate intervenes, control over what is shown may be momentarily lost.

When do you dare to show something of yourself? Surround yourself with people who allow you to share your vulnerabilities when you are ready. Seek those who uplift and empower you, enabling you to express yourself authentically. Life is full of choices—internal wars, internal peace, trust, fear, joy, and happiness within yourself and on Earth.

A wish for 2025

We wish you a 2025 filled with shared joy and cherished memories—moments to look back on with gratitude. May you find yourself surrounded by kind-hearted people, no matter the circumstances. Support one another; offer encouragement to those who cross your path. And remember to smile often, whether it’s a bright, beaming smile or a small, gentle one. A smile is a beautiful language in which to say hello.

Feel the immense love we hold for all of you, and stand firm as you journey through this time toward a new beginning. This new era will be marked by countless innovations and transformations at every level of power.

Feel our unwavering love and support as you move forward.

Heading towards 2026  |  New Year's message 2025  |  December 15h, 2024  |  Oth - Ellen Rauh - in English

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