Age of Inner Light: Why the World Is Becoming More Spiritual (Again)

The planetary alignment that started the spiritual movement of the 1960s is back and creating a deep, spiritual shift

Some planetary alignments only happen a few times every century—and when they do, they leave a mark.

One of the most powerful is Uranus sextile Neptune, which happens just twice in a 171-year cycle. Each time, it opens a door for big spiritual change.

The last time this rare alignment happened was in the 1960s, a time when people began exploring yoga, meditation, and deeper meanings in life. That decade sparked a spiritual shift that questioned materialism and turned many toward inner peace and self-discovery.

Now, this powerful aspect is back. From 2025 to 2027, Uranus and Neptune form this rare angle again, and many of us will feel a pull to explore our spiritual side in new ways. This article looks at how this alignment can lead to another wave of deep, collective spiritual growth.

The Spiritual Wave of the 1960s

From 1965 to 1969, Uranus was in Virgo and Neptune was in Scorpio. This pairing created a strong push toward health, healing, and inner truth. The 1960s became known for alternative ideas—people questioned rules, tried new health practices, and explored nature-based beliefs like paganism.

With Uranus in Virgo, society began to look at health and daily habits differently. Neptune in Scorpio brought deep emotional healing, shadow work, and transformation. Many young people turned away from organized religion and looked for more personal, peaceful ways to grow. That time laid the foundation for what became the New Age movement in the 1970s.

A New Spiritual Awakening (2025–2027)

This rare alignment returns starting August 28, 2025, and continues into 2027. Once again, it brings a wave of spiritual energy that can help us grow as individuals and as a society. You may notice changes like:

• Feeling a stronger need to find your purpose

• Valuing wisdom and inner peace

• Picking up practices like meditation or journaling

• Exploring how spiritual energy affects your behavior and emotions

• Wanting to go deeper in your spiritual studies

Even people who don’t think of themselves as spiritual might begin to look within. More and more, we’re realizing that emotional and physical health also need a spiritual piece to feel complete. This planetary connection supports that shift.

Watch Out for Spiritual Trends with No Depth

While the 1960s brought a lot of powerful spiritual ideas, it also gave rise to some problems—like linking marijuana to spiritual growth. That mix still exists today. As spirituality becomes more popular, not all of it will be deep or helpful. Some people may sell ideas that look spiritual on the outside—crystals, trendy yoga, or shortcuts to "connect with God"—but don’t offer real growth.

Spiritual growth takes time and practice. You don’t need drugs or fancy tools. You just need yourself, your heart, and a commitment to keep going. Spirituality is about your connection to something greater—whether you call it God, the universe, or nature. That connection is already inside of you.

Beware of anything that offers “instant” results. These quick fixes don’t usually work, and they might even leave you feeling worse. If something sounds too easy or too good to be true, it probably is.

The World Is Waking Up—Again

As Uranus and Neptune come together in this rare sextile, they offer us more than ideas. They offer a chance to change the heart of our culture. Just like in the 60s, art, music, science, and healing will start to reflect a deeper hunger for meaning. But this time, we can approach it with more wisdom, more care, and more unity.

This isn’t about leaving the world behind—it’s about bringing new life to it. The stars don’t force us to change, but they show us the path. And right now, the path is lit with the glow of a spiritual awakening that’s already starting to rise.

May the stars guide your way,

Aleks