Horoscopes
General Forecast
The month of March was named for the Roman god Mars, as this was an ideal time to begin any military campaigns and the beginning of the farming season. Although we know Mars/Ares to be a god of war, originally he was an agrarian god. During the Roman era, Aries, the sign ruled by Mars, was the sign of the spring equinox. Today, due to precession of the equinoxes, the spring equinox occurs in the sign of Pisces. It is a time of renewal and growth, as well as balance. This year the equinox occurs on March 20th at 11:42 AM EST. On this day there is a Grand Cross formation of the Sun, Saturn, Ceres and the fixed star Menkalinan. Traditionally a stressful configuration, the sacred geometry of a Grand Cross formation is that of a power pyramid. Take a moment to meditate, centering yourself in a pyramid that empowers your connection to your divine light (Sun), karma to sow and harvest (Ceres), crystallization of energy (Saturn) and self-confidence in facing current social issues (Menkalinan).
Ceres moves into Sagittarius this month helping to sprout your karmic seeds related to higher learning, spiritual growth, a deeper connection with nature and abundance through travel and adventure. Pluto and the North Node compliment Ceres’ energy through supporting personal transformations and joyful progress on your chosen path to enlightenment.
Jupiter, Neptune and Chiron in Aquarius are joined by the Sun and Mercury for the first half of the month. Be prepared for the pleasant but unexpected as these planets create sudden changes and energetic shifts that stimulate our brains and nervous system. You may be inspired to write, focus on repairs or updating your household or personal technology. The Sun and Mercury will then move into Pisces around the 14th joining Uranus and Venus in expanding the flow of greater awareness of the world around you. This is a positive period for all of humanity. Take time to sit and feel your connection to the universal mind and heart of all people. Travel is well supported by these planets, especially to places that make you feel in touch with the origins of human thought and feeling.
Mars moves into direct motion on the 12th providing a break in our emotional intensity and a return to handling life’s necessities. Pallas Athena begins her retrograde movement mid-month creating an opportunity to reconsider or back out of any contracts or legal issues we had been considering. In addition, pay close attention to any mental or emotional programs you have regarding fairness. You may need to reflect on the difference between truth and judgement.
Aries 4/15 – 5/15
Relationships are key for Aries this month. Juno, the major asteroid associated with marriage, partnerships and family is in your sign. This is a great time to start relationships, propose marriage or begin a family. Pallas Athena in Libra moves retrograde this month beginning on the 15th. You may want to consider renewing your wedding vows, revising joint legal documents and policies. If you are in the process of or considering separation or divorce, you may find delays until June while Pallas is retrograde. Ceres, Pluto and the North Node in Sagittarius could make you feel a little antsy and wanting to get out and go somewhere…anywhere…but not be at home. Pick places that will test or challenge you physically or can be an adventure for the whole family. Mars, your ruling planet, moves direct on the 12th signaling a good time to get housework done and begin spring projects that can be accomplished by the end of May. Vesta steps back into Cancer supporting cosmetic changes to your home. Be cautious of taking on too many familial obligations while Vesta is retrograde, as it could spark frustrations and anger. With all the energy available to you be sure to pace yourself. After all, “Rome wasn’t built in a day!” Social activities will also be on the increase for you. Jupiter, Chiron and Neptune in Aquarius provide diversity and fun within organizations or the community that help to serve a greater purpose. The Sun and Mercury in Aquarius during the first half of the month also energize your social interactions through stimulating a healthy exchange of ideas that promote change to many people. This could impact your work as well. Saturn retrograde in Virgo could be restructuring the way you approach your clients and paying more attention to time management for you and your employees. Lilith in Capricorn works with Saturn to help change traditional business methods and practices through recognition of where you are adhering to convenience rather than progress.
Taurus 5/16 – 6/15
Your career is still highlighted astrologically this month. The three large influences of Chiron, Neptune and Jupiter will combine for the first half of the month with Mercury and the Sun to stimulate expansive growth and increased business. Chiron helps you heal old wounds from previous work experience and allows you to embrace your own unique career path. Jupiter blesses your path with prosperity, abundance and sudden opportunities that will expand your career in positive ways. Neptune provides creative and spiritual energy that aids in your self-expression and ability to connect with others. The Sun is pure illumination which allows you to shine successfully for the first half of the month. Mercury supports travel, networking and communication that will take you throughout the year. Ceres joining Pluto and the North Node in Sagittarius supports reaping the reward of your spiritual growth through embracing your psychic gifts, open-minded awareness and paying attention to the light that guides you on your path. The North Node may be calling you to take a position as light bearer and teacher for the spiritual paths of others as part of fulfilling a karmic contract. Vesta moves retrograde into Cancer this month, joining Mars who moves direct on the 12th. This fiery pair along with Saturn in Virgo may keep you busy with small trips, planning projects around the home and learning more about your passions and desires that you may be holding onto inside. Creatively, this is an excellent time to embrace your gifts or return to hobbies that were comforting and nurturing to your soul. Juno in Aries puts relationships on the back burner for a while. Put together your perfect life partner list through drawing off your past experience and your true needs and desires. Although new opportunities for love and friendship may present themselves, they will be sudden and temporary. Lilith in Capricorn asks you to face your resistance to moving on and up in your life. In addition, you may find you need to revisit your attitudes and judgements towards political, educational, social and religious institutions and people. Pallas Athena retrograde in Libra asks you to review any current contracts related to work to see if they are worth continuing, as well as holding off on entering into anything new until the end of June.
Gemini 6/16 – 7/17
The Sun is shining high in Aquarius with Jupiter, Neptune, Chiron and Mercury. Focus on travel plans, sharing your wisdom through teaching or mentoring and allow your mind to expand past the boundaries of traditional reason. Gemini and it fellow sign Aquarius are air signs associated with the mind and intellect. Through the planets in Aquarius your higher mind is developed and your individual beliefs are better expressed no matter how “out there” the are to other people. Monitor your communication skills during this period, as you may talk to fast, think too quickly or jump to conclusions too soon while Mercury is in the sign of the higher mind and reasoning. Ceres will be joining Pluto and the North Node in Sagittarius this month. Any karmic issues regarding relationships will make themselves known during this time. Utilize the energy here for positive intent on strengthening or manifesting relationships that are best for you. Mars moves direct in Cancer on the 12th and is joined in that sign by retrograde Vesta. Financially this could be a better period for you, however be cautious of money that is burning a whole in your pocket. Vesta may tempt you to sacrifice your hard earned dollars in a moment of impulsive desire. Saturn retrograde in Virgo will keep you grounded in family issues for a while. You may have to be the mature, responsible person to handle the needs of your family. Juno in Aries could initiate a friendship that brings you into a new social circle. Consider partnering with someone or a group when traveling over the next month. Pallas Athena retrograde in Libra triggers issues you have regarding fairness in competitions of any kind. Remember to be diplomatic when facing these injustices. Lilith in Capricorn asks you to look deep into the darkness of your own being to pull out the roots of family programming that may keep you locked in pessimism and fear about death, dying and the afterlife. Uranus and Venus in Pisces could trigger a change in your professional image that speaks more about your unique qualities and ability to relate to the diversity in others. Romance at work is also likely under the influence of Venus and Uranus in Pisces. The Sun and Mercury joins these two planets mid-month strengthening your effectiveness and charisma in your career. It is an excellent time to go on interviews, update your resume and create a more marketable look for yourself.
Cancer 7/18 – 8/17
Just hang in there a little longer…Mars moves direct in your sign on the 12th easing your emotional stresses and strains you have been enduring over the past two months. As Mars moves forward take action in all those personal growth areas that have been pushed to the side under the retrograde movement. Vesta moving back into your sign kicks up the heat to get work accomplished and express any repressed emotions that you have stored up under the Mars retrograde period. Imagine yourself like a volcano oozing your emotions out into the ocean where they are cooled and turn it into land you can stand firmly upon. Juno in Aries promotes partnerships at work, as well as initiating actions to merge companies and departments as a way to streamline business. Pallas Athena retrograde in Libra asks you to rethink any financial contracts or agreements made regarding your home and family. Saturn retrograde in Virgo compliments Pallas through supporting a re-investigation of the facts and figures of any property, loans or policies you are considering. The North Node and Pluto in Sagittarius are joined by Ceres to bring through positive changes at work. This could include changing positions yourself if the opportunity arises. Although you may be comfortable where you are, taking the risk at this time will payoff I the long run. Lilith in Capricorn could present some self-sabotage issues in your relationships. Specifically look into your tendency to parent your partner or take the brunt of responsibility in what is actually a partnership. These tendencies could be covering up your own control issues. Neptune, Jupiter and Chiron in Aquarius are teamed up with the Sun and Mercury for the first half of the month. Pay very close attention to your dreams, intuitive hunches and slips of the tongue as they will be guiding you and others to make better choices The cluster of planets in Aquarius signals an intense time of transformation that is positive, spiritual, expansive and heals any issues you have with the weird, abnormal or overly diverse in yourself and others. Utilize your Cancerian claws to grasp and bring into yourself people and situations that will change your world and enrich your soul. The Sun and Mercury continue their journey forward into Pisces mid-month combining forces with Uranus and Venus. Expect a change in your perspective of love and relationships as well as a higher awareness to your connection with humanity at large. Researching relationships and love through the wisdom and words of different cultures, religions and literature would be beneficial at this time so that you may feel more fulfilled in your relationships with your fellow human beings.
Leo 8/18 – 9/17
This is an intense month for Leos and their relationships. The planetary energies support positive growth and healing as well as stronger communication and a chance for you to let your partner shine through. On another level, the relationships you have with prosperity, spirituality, healing, siblings, children and humanity will be highlighted during this month. Lilith in Capricorn continues to stir up issues at work as rules are questioned and procedures are reviewed. Pluto and the North Node in Sagittarius are joined by Ceres in an effort to re-ignite your creative outlets. You may find you are picking up a craft or hobby you have not worked with in many years. Now is the time to embrace that talent again and take it to another level. Pallas Athena retrograde in Libra may put some delays in getting together a future travel destination. You may want to wait until the end of June to book the trip as a better deal could come along by then. Juno in Aries could bring in a woman who becomes a teacher, mentor or guide for you. Though their personality may be strong, like yourself, they have much to teach you if you are ready to embrace their wisdom. Mars moves direct in Cancer on the 12th signaling a time to return to working on dreams and long-range goals that may have simply been tucked away in your mind for the past two month. Vesta moving retrograde out of your sign and back into Cancer may seem to take the wind out of your sails for a while. Although your may feel you have lost your drive, push on and achievement will come through by the beginning of May when Vesta re-enters your sign. Saturn retrograde in Virgo focuses energy on restructuring your budget and spending habits. You may find things are a little tight until the beginning of June when Saturn moves direct again. Work on planning and budgets for the remainder of the year, putting an emphasis on saving for long-term goals. Venus and Uranus in Pisces will be joined by the Sun and Mercury on the 15th. As Leo rules over the heart, the energies of Uranus, Venus, the Sun and Mercury re-enforce your heart connections with those around you and with humanity at large. You may be “feeling the love” from many different angles and in different ways under these emotional and sensitive planetary placements.
Virgo 9/18 – 10/17
Get ready to rock and roll through your social calendar this month. Mars moves direct in Cancer and Vesta back up into the sign of the Crab indicating a time for hospitality, nurturing and fraternity. As you are a sign of health, food and earth, focus on events that center around healthy living. Juno in Aries could signify an abrupt change in a key relationship in your life. It may be instigated through the other person needing to find their way on their personal path alone. Otherwise, Venus and Uranus in Pisces, joined by Mercury and the Sun mid-month trigger stronger connections with others through a soul connect. Pallas Athena retrograde in Libra could cause you to question your self-worth. Look into the possibility of having to always be right in a situation, especially as it pertains to money or finances. Retrograde Saturn in your sign represents a life review where blocks are removed, limitations are overcome and health is restored through a better exercise and diet routine. Although you are a mutable sign and prefer change, you may resist routine. Remember to keep the variety within the routine, however maintain the routine in a practice of time management. Ceres combines her energy with Pluto and the North Node in Sagittarius. This combination make finalizing a move over the next two months fairly certain. Be sure your move is a full transformation and not simply a move from one pasture to another with little difference in the long run. Pluto and the North node support changes of house and home that are more radical and put you in a place the feels truly like home, rather than simply a change of scenery. Ceres harvests the seeds of change that you may have planted a while ago and are coming to fruition now. However, if it seems unfeasible at this time to move, utilize the energy to plant your seeds of change now and harvest them in September after Ceres has finished her retrograde cycle and is securely back in Sagittarius. Jupiter, Neptune, Chiron, the Sun and Mercury support healthy living and a busy work period during the first half of the month. If you have been putting off any doctor’s appointments now is the time to get them handled. Lilith in Capricorn may challenge you to face your worries regarding taking risks or have you face an addiction issue that appears to be fun, but is undermining your way of life.
Libra 10/18 – 11/16
Creativity is the keyword for Libra this month. Jupiter, Neptune and Chiron in Aquarius provide ample inspiration for a creatively productive period that could be quite therapeutic as well. The Sun and Mercury in Aquarius for the first half of the month strengthens your sense of enjoyment and pleasure through connecting with your inner childlike nature and creative gifts. Your expression of these talents could be as simple as changing paint, carpeting or other interior design elements, or as involved as beginning to write a book or art project. As the Sun moves into Pisces on the 15th, joining Venus and Uranus, your focus turns to work and health. You will experience a healthy flow of emotions and energy to accomplish any task at hand. Key here is to remember to flow from one thing to the next rather than start several projects at once, thus becoming scattered or overwhelmed. Juno in Aries supports relationships, marriage and partnerships, including those in business. Mars moving direct in Cancer on the 12th puts you back in the driver’s seat in your career and family affairs. Be sure to state your care and concern about co-workers, as they will need your support this month. Vesta retrograde in Leo could have you feeling dispassionate about groups and organizations which have been created to support the arts and education. You may even feel like pulling out your support and putting your efforts in your career and personal life instead. Vesta will move back into Cancer as well this month, possibly igniting your desire to switch positions or careers. Although it may be tempting, hold tight until Vesta moves direct again on April 7th. Pallas Athena begins her retrograde movement in your sign on the 16th. You may need to reconsider your personal goal strategy under this influence and take counsel or guidance from someone who is not so close to you. Although your general vision for your future is correct, allow retrograde Pallas to pull apart the details of your plan and re-examine the reality you are creating. Libra is often idealistic in their vision, so a reality check may be necessary. Pluto, Ceres and the North Node in Sagittarius support going back to school or adding on training or skill development that will help you transform you career and personal path. These planetary influences also inspire you to travel long distances as a way to enrich your soul. Lilith in Capricorn could present some trouble in relations with your family. It would be best to face head-on the stubbornness and resistance of those people who are having a hard time accepting your ever changing life.
Scorpio 11/17 – 12/16
As the sign of secrets, intrigue and mystery, Scorpio has the potential to surprise themselves and others with drastic changes and sudden inconsistencies. The three larger planetary influences of Chiron, Jupiter and Neptune in Aquarius will trigger changes in you that will pull up and out of your tough shell your unique and quirky nature that may have been hidden under the guise of calm, cool and collected. Chiron supports healing your self-judgement regarding your idiosyncracies and black sheep reputation. Jupiter will expand your connection with humanity at large through helping you attract the people, places and situations that support your depth and intensity. Neptune anchors your spirituality in an odd sense of knowingness that could be uncannily prophetic at times and highly inspirational and persuasive during others. Pallas Athena retrograde in Libra could stir up memories regarding injustices done to you or by you in the past. Focus on self-forgiveness and release of your anger or vengeance. Mars moving direct in Cancer on the 12th supports travel as a way to nurture your soul. Choose a place by water that feels comforting and like home away from home. The Sun finishes its run in Aquarius during the first half of the month highlighting family activities. As the Sun moves into Pisces, joining Uranus and Venus you will receive the benefit of understanding and wisdom that comes through seeking peace and love in your life. Juno in Aries supports partnerships and teamwork with you as the leader. Saturn retrograde in Virgo could make plans associated with any group or organization delayed until June. Vesta retrograde in Leo, moving back into Cancer on the 8th signals a time to re-evaluate ideas and beliefs that do not nurture or support you any longer. Ceres, Pluto and the North Node in Sagittarius support positive financial growth. You definitely have a green light to take financial risks for the next two months. Pay attention to your generosity and gift giving under the influence of Ceres in Sagittarius. You are sowing the seeds for positive karmic return as you share your time, energy and talents with others. Lilith in Capricorn may present you with a woman who tests your knowledge and opinions regarding politics and social issues related to traditions and older generations. Although this woman may frustrate you with her own resistance and inflexibility, remember she may be a mirror to your own intellectual egotism.
Sagittarius 12/17 – 1/16
Ceres, the major asteroid associated with harvesting life’s experience through sowing karmic seed in your life, enters your sign this month. Ceres joins the energies of Pluto and the North Node who are already in place in your sign. Pay careful attention to the energy you are putting out, as the karmic return will be swift and touch you on a very personal level. Focus on growth that uses your inner personal resources and ability to take life easily and graciously. Pluto is in your sign until 2021 indicating a long period of personal transformation that could have you feel as though you are re-running certain lessons over and over again during three year intervals. The North Node supports awareness of your personal path toward growth and enlightenment. Key to Sagittarius success in personal growth is to acknowledge the bad as well as the good in yourself and others. Although normally positive and cheerful, you may need to take a more sobering look at your life. Saturn retrograde in Virgo will compliment this re-evaluation through testing your career path. Vesta and Mars in Cancer stimulate taking care of yourself through actions rather than words. Pay attention to the women in your life as well, as they could be giving you insight into some of your challenges and how to grow through them. Lilith in Capricorn could challenge you financially. You may need to take a more non-traditional approach to solving any financial issues. Jupiter, Chiron and Neptune in Aquarius support education and travel related to personal growth. You may even want to consider taking a leave of absence to pursue a spiritual or cultural journey to another land. The Sun and Mercury join Venus and Uranus in Pisces mid-month. These planets support travel as well, especially over seas and to places of spiritual communion. The planets definitely encourage you to pick up and go, even to the extent of changing your home or finding a place that becomes a personal retreat where your transformation can thrive. Juno in Aries could present intense, creative, sensual relationships as well as prgnancies, births and marriages. Pallas Athena retrograde in Libra could help you see the truth of a group or organization you have been associated with that may not be presenting its true image.
Capricorn 1/17 – 2/13
Your relationships start moving in the right direction again as Mars in Cancer moves out of retrograde on the 12th. Vesta is moving retrograde back into Cancer at the same time Mars moves direct. So, although relationships move forward, you may find you are revisiting old passions and rekindling romances from the past. Be cautious here, as you may be settling for comfort, ease and stepping back into co-dependence. Saturn, retrograde in Virgo along with Pallas Athena retrograde in Libra supports investigating a teacher, mentor or someone who holds a high position at work or in government for the legitimacy of their knowledge and authenticity of their title. Take time over the next three months to question the character and image of those around you who have power. Ceres joins Pluto and the North Node in Sagittarius this month. You will benefit from positive windfalls that could help you financially and spiritually. Pluto is the planet of transformation and resourcefulness. During its long stay in Sagittarius you will find you are able to recall memories and information much easier than in the past. Lilith in your own sign represents the biggest challenge for you. Lilith is in your sign until May 22nd. Until that time dig into your darker, self-sabotaging nature. Traditionally, Capricorn’s darker side can be depressive, rigid, cruel and selfish with a tendency toward addictions. Now is the time to clean yourself up. Chiron, Neptune and Jupiter in Aquarius support healing and cleaning up your issues. Aquarius by nature is a sign full of spontaneity and change. With three planets in it, you will reap the reward of healing your darker side through embracing the joy and goodness you are and allowing it shine through. Key here is self-acceptance, generosity, kindness and compassion. The Sun and Mercury move into Pisces combining forces with Uranus and Venus to help you learn more about love, surrender and peace in your mind and in your relationships. Capricorn is a sign known for working hard, however the current planetary influences indicate you need to work at surrender and gracious living rather than accomplishments in the outer world. Juno in Aries indicates the importance of women as a grounding force in your life right now. Be cautious of allowing family members to direct and manage your growth so that it suits their needs.
Aquarius 2/14 -3/15
And the good times keep rolling on for Aquarius. The Sun and Mercury finish their run through your sign on the 15th. During that time enjoy increased energy and allow yourself to shine brightly as you are an emissary of higher consciousness and light. Jupiter, Neptune and Chiron in your sign continue to encourage personal healing, expansion and creativity. Take time to play, have fun and live life to the fullest during the first part of the month. The Sun and Mercury move into Pisces on the 15th, joining Uranus and Venus. This is positive for you financially, as well as your live life. You may find a different type of person attracted to you that increases your self-worth and image. Lilith in Capricorn asks you to address any nagging fears you may have that you picked up from your family, religious institutions or social circle. Although Aquarius is normally proactive and progressive, Lilith triggers a look inside your more traditional and staid views that may need to be changed. Saturn retrograde in Virgo may have you looking for more scientific and practical answers to spiritual experiences. You may also feel more nostalgic with Saturn in Virgo, combined with Mars and retrograde Vesta in Cancer. Key here is finding a deeper sense of family and your place in that family structure. Mars and retrograde Vesta in Cancer stimulate a busy period at work where you may find you are revisiting a project that needs to be completed or brought to the next level. Pallas Athena in Libra focuses on legal issues, contracts and plans that may be delayed during this time. If you can wait until late June to sign any papers or give your final decision it would be wise to do so. Ceres joins Pluto and the North Node in Sagittarius this month. Connections and re-connections with certain social circles are likely to have positive results. Since Ceres, Pluto and the North Node all have karmic implications, you may find people who feel strangely familiar coming into your life over the next few months. Be sure to sow your karmic seeds wisely when dealing with these people, as the return will be swift and positive for all concerned. Juno in Aries supports learning more about your relationships with women, especially siblings. You may need to initiate communications with them in the months to come to heal any rifts in your relationships.
Pisces 3/16 – 4/14
The Sun enters your sign on the 15th this month. It is your time to shine and reap the benefit of solar energy. Until that time, the Sun in Aquarius with Mercury, Jupiter, Neptune and Chiron shines its light into your subconscious mind and may be illuminating your dream and daydream states with clarity and prophetic vision. In addition, you may find creative inspirations extremely strong. Wait until the Sun moves into your sign to take action on your visions. As the Sun and Mercury move into Pisces, they combine energies with Uranus and Venus. Loving your self is very important during this time period. Although you are normally an altruistic sign, it would be better for you to be generous to your self than to put your energies into others while the Sun and Venus are together. Mercury and Uranus in your sign may make you more unpredictable than usual. Be sure to have fun with it and give family and friends a heads up on your potential inconsistencies. Mars moving direct in Cancer, as well as Vesta moving retrograde in the same sign could have a push-you-pull-me effect on your creative endeavors. Keep yourself in the planning stages, however utilize Mars’ energy to bring together your resources and prepare to launch yourself forward in April when Vesta moves direct on the 7th. Saturn retrograde in Virgo could have you picking apart your relationships from the past a little too much. Saturn is the planet of time, and when retrograde indicates a period to give yourself time to heal and review without judgement. Pluto and the North Node in Sagittarius are joined by Ceres this month. As your career continues to transform and unfold, Ceres will bring in a karmic element that brings confirmation and progress to all of the planning and work you have put into your path already. Although Lilith in Capricorn could present some networking problems through May, utilize Ceres’ energy to sow the seeds now of connections that will take you further come the end of May when Lilith is out of Capricorn. Pallas Athena retrograde in Libra indicates a possible delay in financial or legal paperwork necessary to move your career and personal path forward. You may want to wait until the end of June, especially if investing in property or handling insurance policies.
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