S5 Ep4 Emptying for 2026 - What Wealth Inequality and Dopamine teach about Aquarius, Ekadashi and the 11th House in Vedic Astrology

At this special time of the year, as we sit on the cusp of a new cycle, I’ve taken a moment to reflect on one of my favourite Vedic Astrology insights - the mystical and powerful number 11!! As I recorded this episode, it happened to be the 11th lunar day, and we find ourselves at the “11th Hour” of 2025, just before we step into 2026. It felt like the perfect time to explore the symbolism and significance of the 11th House, the 11th Sign, and the 11th Lunar Day (Ekadashi Tithi). These three “elevens“ mirror this time of year, marking a natural pause for reflection, release and renewal.

The 11th House

The 11th house is traditionally known as the house of gains, the kind of passive growth that accumulates over time, like a retirement fund quietly compounding in the background. The 11th house also represents our aspirations, our longings, and the dreams we chase. It is the house of “more,” the house of “not yet,” the house of the older sibling we can never quite catch.

It governs our networks and communities, reminding us that our ambitions are often shaped by the people around us. But this pursuit can become endless. The 11th house can lure us toward the mirage of the pot of gold at the end of the rainbow, a promise that keeps moving just out of reach. It invites us to be mindful, so that our aspirations don’t pull us away from our dharma, our deeper purpose.

Aquarius, the 11th Sign

Aquarius, the 11th sign, offers a profound counterbalance to the 11th house’s hunger for growth. Ruled by Saturn, Aquarius teaches the wisdom of emptying and of sharing what we’ve accumulated so the whole community can benefit. Its iconic symbol, the emptying pot, reminds us that true gain comes not from hoarding but from circulation.

Aquarius is an air sign, and like air, its gifts are invisible yet essential. It asks us to trust in the unseen bonds that hold society together. It is no surprise that Aquarius is associated with humanitarianism and sustainable, collective wellbeing. In times of imbalance or inequality, Aquarius becomes the archetype that guides us back toward fairness, interdependence, and shared responsibility.

Ekadashi Tithi, the 11th Lunar Day

Ekadashi, the 11th lunar day, brings this theme of emptying into the body. Traditionally observed through fasting, Ekadashi offers a symbolic and practical practice of letting go. Fasting teaches resilience and reminds us that we can thrive with less. It cultivates empathy by connecting us with those who live with scarcity every day. And it supports both physical detoxification and spiritual clarity.

Every fortnight, Ekadashi invites us to pause, reset, and reassess what we truly need. It is a biweekly reminder that release is just as sacred as accumulation.

Reflecting on the Year’s End

As we stand at the 11th hour of the year, this is a powerful moment to honour the teachings of the number 11. This season encourages practices that help us empty, share, and contribute — whether through fasting, meditating on abundance and generosity, or simply reaching out to our communities. It is a time to reflect on how we participate in the collective flow of resources, care, and connection.

For students of Vedic Astrology, I hope this episode offers an appreciation of the number 11 and the layers of gain, aspiration, and belonging it reveals.

As we welcome 2026, may you feel more connected, more valued, and more nourished by the invisible web of community that supports us all. I look forward to reconnecting with you in the New Year as we continue to grow together in understanding and spirit.

Until next time, take care and keep contemplating the beauty of the 11.