As we approach the final months of 2024, are you already speculating about what the stars have in store for 2025? With the November elections and the January inauguration on the horizon, it's only natural to wonder how these pivotal events will align with the cosmic energies of the coming year. Will the political shifts bring about transformative changes, or will they influence the personal and collective paths we take? Today on the Rachel Lang Show, Rachel chats with Lars Mellis, an astrologer, comedian, and author of Your Personal Horoscope 2025. They explore what the stars have in store for 2025, including big changes like Saturn and Neptune moving into Aries and what that might mean for us all. Lars introduces some fun “totems” for each zodiac sign to guide you through the year. They talk about the importance of listening and having meaningful conversations in a divided world. Instead of making traditional resolutions, Lars suggests picking a word to focus on in 2025. This episode mixes astrology with humor and practical tips to help you approach the new year with intention. Whether you’re into astrology or just curious about the future, this conversation offers insights and inspiration. Tune in for a thoughtful and engaging discussion! In This Episode: [00:52] - Introducing Lars Mellis [02:32] - Overview of 2025 astrology [07:24] - Importance of outer planets [09:05] - Significance of zero degrees Aries [10:29] - Collective impact of astrology [12:31] - Concerns about armed conflict [15:29] - Mars retrograde in Cancer [18:53] - Tribalism and family dynamics [20:14] - Saturn in Aries and personal responsibility [20:55] - Astrology and AI in military operations [24:24] - Technological innovations in transportation [27:00] - AI and design trends [27:55] - Financial technology's evolution [29:19] - Saturn's dignity in Aries [31:57] - Eclipses and their themes [40:15] - Lars' journey into astrology [42:16] - Introduction to Lars' book [42:30] - Lars' comedy performances [43:10] - Astrological insights for 2025 [43:33] - Totems for each zodiac sign [45:22] - Call to action for 2025 [47:20] - Cosmic call to action [49:01] - Book availability Notable Quotes [10:39] "At the end of the day, the relationship with ourselves is really what is up for review when you get the scrutiny, when you get this build up in the sign of Aries."-Lars [29:51] "Nobody's going to take responsibility for you if you don't take responsibility for yourself." Lars [33:39] "There's going to be kind of like a big referendum in regards to spirituality, the role of spirituality, and how that plays into the mainstream"-Lars [47:41] “'I would encourage every person to pick 2 to 3 words that they seek to embody for 2025 based on everything that we've talked about.”-Lars Our Guest Lars Mellis is a certified professional astrologer based in Los Angeles, holding certifications from The School for Traditional Astrology in London. He runs an astrology-focused YouTube channel, featuring series like “Taking the Scare Out of the Square,” and shares insights on Instagram and TikTok. Lars is the Competency Chair for CAP-ISAR and has served on the NCGR Board and NCGR-LA as Outreach Director. He is the author of the upcoming book "Your Personal Horoscope for 2025" from Harper-Collins. With a Bachelor's in Environmental Science from Franklin & Marshall College and a Master’s in University Management from USC, Lars also performs stand-up comedy and is a competitive recreational tennis player. Resources and Links The Rachel Lang Show The Rachel Lang Show Rachel Lang Website LinkedIn Lars Mellis Website LinkedIn Instagram YouTube Mentioned Book: Your Personal Horoscope for 2025
