This week we have a couple of astrological/planetary shifts and transits, meaning that the energy will be changing quite significantly and palpably at that!
We start the week on Monday, with the Moon in Libra trine the Sun in Aquarius. This is a very mentally stimulating combination, you might feel extra drawn towards pursuing activities that nourish your mind and intellect. This is also a very sociable and extroverted energy, therefore use this time to your advantage to connect with people who you share common values and ethics with.
Later in the day, the Moon moves into Scorpio, indicating a shift in energies, which is going to be followed by another energy shift (harmonious to this one) the next day as the Sun moves into Pisces. Both of these signs are Water signs, indicating that the general, collective vibe is more emotional, sensitive, and internal.
As the Moon is in Scorpio, allow yourself to plunge into the depths of your psyche and excavate parts of yourself that you have left untouched. More often than not, in these hidden nooks and crevices lying within you, you discover your greatest power reserves.
On Tuesday, the Sun moves into Pisces where it will remain for the next month.
Pisces is the last sign of the zodiac: it is basically the final part of the yearly cycle where the year comes to a close and we are about to start a new one, but not just yet. Pisces season is a time for dreaming. Pisces is the sign of the dreamer, the one who dares to break away from the world and all its limits and imagine new and different ways of being and creating.
Pisces, at its highest and most evolved state, has one foot in this world, and one foot in the “other.” The other world is the invisible one, the intangible, the subtle. It is about learning how to move gracefully between the two, but it is also about having that spiritual and mystical connection to oneself and a greater/higher power. How can you find the balance between being a dreamer and an achiever?
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It is important that you are not simply a space cadet floating off into these realms aimlessly, that you learn how to manifest and give concrete form to your imagination and dreams. This is the biggest challenge of this sign, therefore learning how to harness this ability is a lifetime process. And if you do not feel in touch with this mystical, sensitive, and empathic part of yourself, now is definitely the time to do so.
Find practices that help you get in touch with your higher self, something that allows you to take a break from the mundane, day-to-day aspects of life. You may find that artistic and spiritual practices allow you to tap into these parts of yourself. Try out different things, whether it is dance, music, writing, photography, meditation, prayer, etc—whatever it may be.
In Buddhism, they have this concept called “after the ecstasy the laundry” This alludes to the ability to achieve a balance in inhabiting the mundane and subtle realms. It is about learning to bring back and apply all the things you learn on your spiritual journey into your practical and tangible life. Pisces is also the most compassionate and empathic sign; it recognizes that separation is an illusion and that on a much higher level, we are all one consciousness.
When you are able to realize and feel that in an embodied sense, you will experience a kind of joy that nothing else can give you. That is the joy of feeling connected and at one with the world around you. Of course, that can also get quite overwhelming because that also means feeling the more difficult and painful aspects of life and humanity, and it takes time to learn how to channel that and temper it.
Finally, at the very end of the week, Mars goes direct after having been retrograde for a few months. This can feel like things getting into motion after having been stagnant for some time.
When Mars is retrograde it is very common to feel stifled and blocked from achieving what you desire. Therefore now things are starting to clear up and move more smoothly. If there have been plans you’ve been sitting on for a while, now is the time to start back and get into active/initiatory mode.
Planetary Locations During This Week
- The Sun: Aquarius (January 19, 2025 — February 18, 2025) Pisces (February 18, 2025 — March 20, 2025)
- Mercury: Pisces (February 14, 2025 — March 3, 2025)
- Venus: (February 4, 2025 — March 27, 2025)
- Mars: Cancer (January 6, 2025 – April 18, 2025)
- Jupiter: Gemini (May 25, 2024 – June 9, 2025)
- Saturn: Pisces (March 7, 2023 – May 24, 2025)
- Uranus: Taurus (Until April 25, 2026)
- Neptune: Pisces (Until March 30, 2025)
- Pluto: Aquarius (November 19, 2024 – March 8, 2043)
Daily Astrology Snapshots
Monday, February 17th
Sun
Aquarius
Moon
Scorpio – it is time to go deep within and give yourself the time and space to sit with your feelings and emotions, especially the “darker” or more difficult/painful ones.
Only by confronting your wounds can you heal and process them.
Astrological Aspect
Moon in Libra trine the Sun in Aquarius — earlier in the day. The energy is flowing harmoniously today and you are likely to feel that your inner and outer worlds are in sync.
Tuesday, February 18th
Sun
Pisces
Moon
Scorpio
Astrological Aspect
The Sun enters Pisces — as you probably know, the Sun stays in each sign for about one month. During Pisces season the energies are soft, sensitive and emotional. This is a great period for you to tend to your fantasies and imaginations, do not dismiss them or take them lightly. There is so much valuable information for you there, so use this time to dream and visualize the kind of life you want to create for yourself, your loved ones and the entire collective of humanity.
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Wednesday, February 19th
Sun
Pisces
Moon
Scorpio
Astrological Aspect
Mercury in Pisces square Jupiter in Gemini — be careful not to fall prey to lofty or unrealistic ideas today; make sure you stay grounded and pragmatic while also giving yourself permission to ride this wave of positivity and inspiration
Thursday, February 20th
Sun
Pisces
Moon
Sagittarius – the energy is lighter, funnier, and more upbeat today! It is very important that you nurture your ability to enjoy yourself and learn to take pleasure and experience joy in the things you pursue in your life.
Astrological Aspect
Moon in Scorpio trine Neptune in Pisces — earlier in the day. This is a good day to trust your intuiting and tend to your inner/emotional world, what messages is it trying to tell you?
Friday, February 21st
Sun
Pisces
Moon
Sagittarius
Astrological Aspect
Moon in Sagittarius trine Venus in Aries — this is a wonderful transit for romance and connection of all sorts. You may feel that your emotional needs and romantic ones are in alignment today.
Saturday, February 22nd
Sun
Pisces
Moon
Capricorn – today, the energy is grounded, practical, and serious. This is a good time to focus and get down to business.
Astrological Aspect
Moon in Sagittarius square Neptune in Pisces — earlier in the day. You could catch yourself in an extra porous energetic state today, make sure that you don’t take on other people’s emotions and mistake them for your own.
Sunday, February 23rd
Sun
Pisces
Moon
Capricorn
Astrological Aspect
Mercury in Pisces trine Mars in Cancer — if you have had some ideas percolating within your mind, this is the perfect day to put them into action. You are likely to be extra inspired and excited about new ventures and possibilities!
Next, join astrologer Terence Guardino for this week’s video astrology forecast.