What are Ascension Symptoms?
INTRODUCTION
A lot of people have been reaching out to me about the impact the current energies (October 2025) are having on them, so I thought it would be a good time to revisit the topic of ‘Ascension Symptoms’ and provide some general guidance into how to navigate energetically intense times.
If you haven’t already read my blog post on Light Codes to understand the impact of Light as a Spiritualising force, I would recommend you do so now before you read on.
WHAT ARE ASCENSION SYMPTOMS?
The term "Ascension symptoms" may evoke different reactions, and while I am not a huge fan of the term due to its various connotations, it is a widely recognized phrase. Essentially, ‘Ascension Symptoms’ is a term used to refer to the physical, mental, emotional and spiritual experiences that occur during the spiritualization of your physical form. This process, influenced by solar forces and the internal Christ consciousness can manifest as various different symptoms (for more detail on this, check out this blog post),
WHY DO WE EXPERIENCE ‘ASCENSION SYMPTOMS’?
To understand ‘Ascension Symptoms’, we need to recognize ourselves as microcosms of the macrocosm. Our human journey is influenced by and intertwined with cosmic influences, which is a fundamental principle in within all esoteric traditions.
For example, astrological events can affect our Light Grids, the energetic blueprint of our beings, by activating or releasing stagnant energies. During these times, your Etheric Body (one of the seven energy bodies which in totality make up your Light Grid) becomes the conduit for cosmic and/or Solar energies. This interaction can influence not just our physical bodies (the Etheric Body being the closest to the physical body) but also our mental and emotional bodies, experienced as ‘Ascension Symptoms.’
WHAT ARE THE MOST COMMON ‘ASCENSION SYMPTOMS’?
Quick caveat: of course, it is essential to note here that if you are experiencing any of the symptoms and have concerns, you may wish to seek medical advice from a qualified medical practitioner. I am offering from my experience on the spiritual journey and through my experience as an Akashic Records Teacher and Practitioner only.
Caveat done, let’s take a look at the most common experiences people have during these heightened times.
Vibrational Flu
Feeling generally ‘under the weather’ with no medical explanation which can be experienced as aches and pains, or other ‘flu-like’ symptoms.
Changes in Appetite and/or Digestion Patterns
This can be a desire to stay away from food or feeling much hungrier than usual or alternating between the two. For some, it can be experienced as craving certain types of foods (usually grounding, heavier foods such as root vegetables).
Sleep Disturbances
This is one I know a lot of people are experiencing right now. You may feel the need to sleep a lot, or find sleep difficult, waking after only a couple of hours sleep and being unable to settle. You may be experiencing Irregular sleep patterns, such as waking up between 2 and 4 a.m., (which may be accompanied by Spiritual Downloads).
Increase in Dissatisfaction and/or Irritability
This may show up as a general feeling not linked to anything specific, or it may be that you suddenly want to change your career or life situation for no apparent reason
An increase in Astral Realm Experiences
This can be experienced as vivid dreams, lucid dreams and/or astral projection. You may even find in your conscious waking life that your ‘clair’ senses seem to be on overdrive. Signs and synchronicities may become more prevalent.
Fluctuations in your Energy Levels
Dramatic highs and lows in energy levels throughout the day that do not seem to follow any specific pattern but can feel quite erratic.
There are of course many others, so please do not dismiss your own personal experience.
TIPS TO HELP YOU MANAGE ‘ASCENSION SYMPTOMS’
1. Grounding and Nervous System Regulation
Because of the increase in activity in the Light Grid, it is essential to keep yourself connected to Earth. Grounding (putting your bare feet or bare hands onto the ground) can be very helpful. As it is often the case that the Root Chakra can become imbalanced at these times, it is also helpful to look at practices to bring this into balance (nervous system regulation practices).
2. Connect with Your Physical Body
This is not a time for spiritual practices that work with the spiritualisation aspect of the prana (the ‘up and out’ practices). This is a time for working with and within the body. Tuning into your body's needs during this time is crucial. It may be asking for rest, movement, fresh air or specific foods. Be sure to listen and honour it.
3. Delay Major Life Decisions
Whilst the urge to overhaul your life might be there, wait until the energies stabilize before making significant changes. This ensures decisions are made from a settled, aligned state rather than a reactive one.
4. Find Community
Connecting with others experiencing similar spiritual shifts can provide support and guidance. Whether virtual or physical, community offers a space for sharing, learning, and evolving together.
IN CONCLUSION
It is completely normal to experience and be impacted by the wider Solar and Cosmic influences throughout your spiritual journey. If you find that you are experiencing these things, always remember to show yourself kindness and grace. Trying to push through or avoid is not going to help. Listening to your body will.