What If Some of Life's Biggest Changes Arrive Right on Time?
One of the things I love most about this conversation is that it offers a way of looking at human development that feels both deeply personal and surprisingly universal. Sachin Sharma's work explores the idea that certain themes naturally emerge at different stages of life and that by understanding the planetary ages described in Jyotish, we can better understand not only ourselves, but also the people we're growing alongside. What struck me most was how practical this framework is. In many cases, all you need to begin the conversation is someone's age.
As our discussion unfolded, I found myself particularly drawn to the connection between planetary maturation ages and the transitions many of us recognise in our own lives. The idea that questions of purpose, identity, mortality and authenticity tend to emerge at specific moments in life feels immediately recognisable. Whether we're talking about the idealism of youth, the responsibilities of adulthood, or the soul-searching that can accompany midlife, this model provides a compassionate lens through which to understand those experiences.
For parents, astrologers, therapists, and lifelong students of human nature, there is so much richness here. What I appreciate most is that this approach doesn't reduce life to a set of predictions. Instead, it invites participation. It asks us to become more aware of where we are in life's unfolding journey, and to meet each stage with curiosity rather than resistance. I hope this conversation encourages you to look back on your own life with fresh eyes and perhaps recognise that some of your most important turning points arrived exactly when they were meant to.
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P.S. I’m including the extended interview here …
