In this episode, "What's Coming in 2026? The Collective Forecast," we zoom out from the calendar and tap into the energetic landscape of the year ahead. While the clock says "new year," the cosmos tells a different story.

We explore the powerful transition from the Year of the Snake—a cycle of shedding, unraveling, and deep inner work—to the Year of the Horse, which brings movement, freedom, and momentum. But here's the twist: that energetic switch doesn't officially begin until February 17, which means if you're not sprinting into January with vision boards blazing, you're not behind… you're actually right on time. This episode is an invitation to honor the tail end of Snake energy as we shed old skins, outdated identities, and heavy timelines, so we can ride into Horse season with clarity instead of burnout.

In this deeply personal episode of Spiritual Signs & Metaphysical Minds, we turn the spotlight on someone usually behind the scenes—our producer, Lydia. Lydia opens up about her life experiences, her natural intuitive abilities, and a near-death experience that profoundly shifted how she sees the world, herself, and the unseen realms. With honesty and heart, Lydia shares what it felt like to stand at the threshold between life and death, how that moment awakened a deeper trust in her intuition, and the lessons she carried back with her. Together, we explore what it means to listen to inner knowing, how life-changing moments can open spiritual awareness, and the gentle ways the universe speaks to us when we're willing to listen. This episode is a reminder that sometimes the most powerful stories aren't told from the spotlight—but from the soul.

Hosts Alexa and Bridget explore why the holiday season, especially Christmas and the winter solstice, thins the veil between worlds, bringing angels, ancestors, and loved ones near. They discuss how both joyful nostalgia and holiday grief open us to spirit, common signs (flickering lights, familiar smells, moving ornaments, orbs), and archangels to call in for comfort and healing.

The episode also offers practical guidance: slow down, create meaningful memories over commercial gifts, trust your intuition when you feel a sign, and make space for emotional healing during the holidays