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Prepare for Venus retrograde March 1st

 

At the time of this post February 19^th, Venus is in its shadow period preparing to retrograde. February 23^rd it reaches 10 degrees of Aries where it stops moving forward and eventually enters its retrograde station March 1^st-8^th and at this point it is extremely powerful especially if it touches something in your personal chart as we  begin to notice the shift in energies. While the actual retrograde or backward movement of Venus is on optical illusion, the energy and its affects are far from an illusion.

Venus turns retrograde March 1^st at 10 degrees of Aries. March 27^th it re-enters the sign Pisces for the rest of the retrograde where it will turn direct on April 13^th at 24 degrees of Pisces.

As Venus retrogrades we have an opportunity to rethink and re-access our relationships with others and those closest to us. Love energy may be harder to come by during this period, but we may compensate for this by loving ourselves more. Feelings become more defined giving us a clearer picture as to what is important and what is not in terms of any Venusian activity, especially relationships.

If you begin a new relationship on a retrograde Venus it is said the love energy is never fully expressed. If this is the case, things could also change after Venus turns direct again and energy shifts again. Venus retrograde is sometimes associated with those we have known in the past. At times we can reconnect, or take many trips down memory lane.

Some relationships that are tottering on the edge may well end during this time. Some will change partners, and others may connect with someone from the past they have known previously. To an extent, Venus retrograde is a wild card in our love lives in particular.

Venus retrogrades repeat themselves by sign every 8 years

Venus retrogrades every 18 months and the retrograde period lasts about 42 days. Venus repeats it’s retrograde in the same sign every 8 years. You could experience something similar to the Venus retrograde March-April 2016 when it retrograded in Aries-Pisces.

Venus retrograde and its karmic affect

Venus retrograde affects love, money, personal values and our social lives most importantly. When it is retrograde all of these things can become more difficult in some way, but at the same time we can gain more clarity as to where we are going and who we are going there with. Venus retrograde is a karmic period and at times our love lives can take dramatic shifts one way or another.  If a relationship comes back together it was meant to, and if one ends at this time, it is granting you the freedom to find someone more appropriate. There is a heavy fated quality to retrograde Venus.

Love, money and values

A retrograde Venus can affect money and for some it may slow down a bit during this period or money issues or matters may come to light in a more direct way at this time.

Sometimes we are put in positions where we have to determine what our personal values actually are. We could experience a moral or ethical crisis that could bring these issues to light.

A retrograde Venus is not the time to;

-begin a new relationship-it might not last after Venus turns direct and if it does it may never be quite satisfactory in some way.

-do not have elective cosmetic surgery.

-do not buy big ticket items connected to art, jewelry or beauty.

-do not get married or engaged

-do not release projects connected to art, music or entertainment

We may reconnect with others and this is not limited to romantic relationships. You could meet up with old friends, clients or acquaintances you have known before.

Venus retrograde will affect our personal lives and it will play out in the world as well. The collective will be affected by Venus retrograde. During this time we will be forced to re-evaluate what is working, what is not, and what we value as individuals as well as a collective, and make changes toward those ideas that do not serve the majority well.

Other planets will also affect the overall time we are in:

Mars is in its direct station through the first 9 days of March. This means it is still ‘waking up’ from the retrograde but not yet moving forward. After March 10^th as it inches forward things that have been delayed start to move forward. The station of Mars or any other planet is when it is at its most powerful point. If it makes a positive aspects in your chart expect positive action. If it makes a negative aspect, expect challenges. Mars will be in its retrograde shadow period until April 21^st. While Mars rules men, Venus rules women.

Mercury retrogrades

Mercury retrogrades 3-4 times a year and this time it is retrograde  March 15^th-April 7^th contributing to the confusion.. It retrogrades at 9 degrees of Aries and re-enters Pisces on the 31^st. It will turn direct at 26 degrees of Pisces April 13^th.

Mercury is in its retrograde station March 15-18^th. Mercurial energy changes at this point dramatically. The stations of Mercury including the direct station April 7^th-10^th are the most likely times things can go haywire.       

Both Venus and Mercury are retrograde March 15^th-April 7^th increasing the confusion and changeability.  

The Virgo eclipse         

The first lunar eclipse of the year falls in the sign of Virgo at 23 degrees on March 14^th/15^th depending on where you are located. Virgo rules the 6^th house of health and work and its planetary ruler is Mercury, the planet of communication.

Virgo is associated with work and workers, worry, and critical thinking. This can be a positive and sharpen your perception or it can be a negative in terms of being critical of yourself or others.

The most significant aspect this Moon makes is its opposition to Saturn and it is almost exact. Saturn rules our responsibilities and obligations. Some relationships will end at this time if they are unstable or not yet off the ground.

 

      

The Leo full moon brings shake-ups!

 

This month’s full moon falls at 24 degrees of Leo February 13^th making this the last full moon before Valentine’s Day. Leo is a proud and charismatic sign and the ruler of royalty and entertainment. Leo rules the 5^th house of love, friends and children so it is likely this is a very social time especially just a few days before Valentine’s Day.

This moon will not go by without shakeups however, especially since it squares Uranus which is now in its direct station, meaning the energy is waking up from its long retrograde and very powerful especially in terms of world events, or if it hits something in your personal chart.

Uranus is the planet of unexpected disruptions so change is likely and in some cases, breakups in relationships that could be permanent or temporary. In some cases plans will change or things won’t go as planned. For others, this could indicate a time of new ventures, and activities and a positively charged day.

If there is something that you have wanted to break away from now will be the time. This can include relationships, jobs or anything else.

Uranus is prone toward separation, unexpected change and explosive circumstances. This does not mean something difficult will occur in everyone’s life and I would advise against anticipating major upheaval; it depends on what else is in your chart. For some this can be as simple as changeability or feeling your mind is all over the board for a short time.

The Sun squares Uranus February 11^th, and this energy becomes part of the Full moon and we likely see events play out concerning the Full moon at soon as the weekend. Sun/Uranus aspects are prone toward unexpected events in the world and our lives.

February 10^th Mercury squares Uranus and this is often about unexpected news. It is important to use care while driving as you or others on the road could be distracted.

In the world however this moon presents a whole different story. We are likely to see major events and news. In the US chart this Moon falls in the 9^th house which rules courts/laws and foreign affairs. It opposes the US moon which rules the people. An opposition brings problems and upsets among the people.

This Moon is powerful in the chart of several leaders in the US so we can expect major news. Sometimes a moon like this indicates the potential for danger, explosions, earth related events and twists and turns we don’t expect. It is likely many things will be happening, not just one event.

Saturn opposes Neptune and squares Mars in the US natal chart; March 2025

 

March may be one of the most difficult months of the year in the US when Saturn squares Mars and opposes Neptune in the US Sibly natal chart. (Yes, countries have charts just like people.)  This aspect is within orb by mid February and throughout April and is ‘exact’ March 4^th-18^th. Transits like this don’t have to be exact for major events to occur.

Saturn in Pisces will square the US Mars at 21 degrees of Gemini and oppose the US Neptune at 22 degrees of Virgo in the 9^th house.  Mars lies in the 6^th house of the US chart. The 9^th house rules courts/laws and foreigners/foreign affairs, and the 6^th house rules public health and can also indicate political stability and financial solvency. It rules the military, civil servants and other workers.

Neptune is the planet of illusion, confusion and deception, but it also rules spirituality, creativity and the collective consciousness. Mars is associated with war, aggression, anger, police, men and warrior types.

The natal Mars-Neptune square in the US chart relates to many things overall. The country was founded by the Pilgrims who wanted to live according to their religious ideals as many have that have come after them for better or worse so this is certainly a part of the transit.

On the positive side it can indicate idealism, bravery, spirituality and creativity and the US has an abundance of all of these things. On the negative side it can be associated with confusion, misinformation and deception; in this case related to foreign policy, courts and laws, workers, civil servants and health.

Every 30 years Saturn in Pisces sets off this aspect the US chart and we see significant events. Let’s look at a few of the past events that stand out the most;

1995-Oklahoma City bombings

1966-US begins bombing Hanoi, Vietnam and war escalates

1936-WW11 had begun, the Great Depression was in full swing and the Dust Bowl occurred.

1906-The San Francisco earthquake occurred which was one of the greatest natural disasters in the US.

1876-The era of the Robber Barron; poverty in the US was high and child labor was rampant.

A disputed presidential election between Democratic Governor Samuel J. Tilden of New York, and Republican Governor Rutherford B. Hayes of Ohio took place. It was one of the most contentious in US History. Tilden defeated Hayes in the official popular vote tally but the election involved substantial electoral fraud, voter intimidation by paramilitary groups like the Red Shirts, and disenfranchisement of black Republicans. Hayes agreed to end reconstruction in return for the Presidency and his term was plagued with controversy.

The Nez Perce War was a conflict between the US Army and the Nez Perce Indians that took place in Montana and Idaho

1846-The Mexican-American War

Other aspects in March 2025

-Venus is retrograde. Venus rules love, money and values and we will be evaluating all of these things collectively and individually.

-Mercury turns retrograde March 15th in Aries. Retrograde Mercury relates to the past and a great deal of confusion can occur. It is not good to take significant actions at this time and if you do they may eventually be reversed.

-Mars is still in its shadow period after turning direct February 24 so the retrograde energy is there creating confusion, anger and frustration.

Lunar eclipse in Virgo

March 14^th a lunar eclipse falls at 23 degrees of Virgo. This conjuncts the US Neptune and squares Mars setting off a transiting Saturn-Mars-Neptune grand square in the US chart and this will be the overall peak of Saturn opposing Neptune/square Mars. We can look for significant events to occur before the eclipse hits, during and possible afterward.

The eclipse falls on Neptune in the US chart and is square the US Mars. Confusion and deception will abound as will propaganda and many in the US will be angry. There may be issues concerning courts and foreign countries/governments. It should be clear to any astrologer there was been massive foreign interference in the US along with the US elections and other matters due to Neptune’s opposition to Neptune in the US chart which is still within orb.

The eclipse opposes Saturn in the sky which is a wakeup call to reality and what is really going on in the world and our lives. I get no pleasure from saying this will be a difficult eclipse. That said; don’t expect disaster on a personal level or get into a fearful mindset, but it may not be the lightest of times. At times like this we need to be clear headed and rational.

As you can see from past history many things can happen with this every 30 year transit in the US chart  including attacks, war, contentious politics and poor financial conditions in the US brought about by factors including natural disasters and huge income disparities between the super rich and the rest of the population.  With Saturn and Mars involved violence and cruelty in some form is always possible.

The US Neptune in Virgo is ruled by Mercury as is Mars in Gemini and both point to the US Mercury in the 8^th house of taxpayer money and/or death which appears to be the focus of this transit, but many things are possible.

Jupiter’s role

Jupiter in Gemini falls on the cusp of the US 7^th house of open enemies opposing the ascendant. Jupiter rules foreigners/foreign governments and becomes part of the overall chart at this time. It also represents the Republican Party. In addition to this it rules laws and courts which will be important at this time.

The Government Funding deadline

The government funding deadline falls on March 14^th, the day of the powerful lunar eclipse and it appears this issue is front and center. That said this transit can be about more than one issue and in all reality it will probably be multiple events occurring at the same time.

Whatever the case it looks like conflict, anger and the health and welfare of the American people are not front and center at all when it comes to the government and there will be an enormous amount of pushback.

Chart of Donald Trump  -

As the President’s chart goes, so goes the country. March will be a difficult month for Trump with Saturn square his Sun and Moon. The Sun lies in his 10^th house of career and the Moon lies in his 4^th house and is the ruler of women who will in all likelihood not favor Trump or his policies.

Sun-Saturn aspects are not favorable and prone toward setbacks and delays. In the chart of a 78 year old especially, it can also indicate health or physical issues.

The March 14^th eclipse in Virgo falls in Trumps 2^nd house of money and values and appears to deal with finances, but eclipses can almost always bring surprises and unexpected events.

This eclipse creates a grand square in his chart which is a difficult aspect. The eclipse opposes transiting Saturn which currently falls in his 7^th house. This house rules both partners and those considered open enemies. In Trump’s case his partners would mainly relate to Congress and there will be a great deal of opposition. It could also signify known enemies.

The eclipse squares his Sun and Moon pulling in the energy of all of these planets and completing the grand square.

The eclipse sextiles his Venus/Saturn conjunction in the 11^th house of the collective which could be some help but with the grand square aspect nothing will be easy.

Venus is retrograde and Venus squares Trumps Mercury which indicates announcements/information but by February 18^th it opposes Neptune in his second house of money. In a politicians chart Neptune transits are often nefarious and involve propaganda or hiding the truth in this case, concerning money.

Jupiter in Gemini falls at 13 degrees offering some luck until it enters Cancer June 8^th.

Conclusion

All in all this looks like one of the most difficult times this year for the country, and as mentioned does not bode well for the general public, public health, civil servants or other workers.

The Virgo eclipse is the sign of auditors and its opposition to Saturn is highly likely to serve as a wakeup call to the US and the world.

The only silver lining that I can see is that during the week of February 18^th Jupiter trines the US Saturn which may offer some stability.

Jupiter will enter Cancer June 9^th and the US is a Cancer country. This does not offer much protection at first because it (Jupiter) will square Saturn, which we have already seen several times in the past year in Gemini/Pisces. On each of these events the stock market has gone down.

Once this aspect passes however, Jupiter will conjunct Venus, Jupiter and the Sun in the US chart which in some ways should be beneficial since the US is a Cancer country.

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February 2025; Jupiter and Mars turn direct!

 

This month the Sun transits through Aquarius and then into Pisces; the last sign of winter. Mercury follows suit and Venus leaves Pisces for Aries. Mars stations direct just in time to prepare for Venus’s retrograde in March. Jupiter, the planet of luck and gain turns direct, which is always great news and we will experience a very changeable full moon in the sign of Leo and a new moon in Pisces. Now, the details.

The US and Donald Trump’s first full month as US President

This is the first full month since the inauguration of Donald Trump for the 2^nd time in US history.  What we can expect to see in the US is enormous pushback to his plans, and nothing will go as expected with Saturn square Uranus, his Sun and Moon in his birth chart.

Mars stations in a square to Trump’s Jupiter beginning February 11^th. Jupiter is the planet of money and legal matters and rules foreign connections and people. Mars will square his Jupiter for a total of 21 days making this a significant period. If he imposes tariffs and mass deportations as he has stated this will not get the support he expects, nor does it bode well financially. Expect legal pushback on many issues. Health events could occur or become apparent over the next months.

Since Elon Musk appears to be a big part of Trump’s inner circle even though he has never been elected to any political position, nor was he born in the US, his astrology is worth mentioning as well. During February Saturn squares Musk’s Venus. Typically in a politician’s chart this would represent unpopularity and potential defeat.

Neptune continues its opposition to Musk’s natal Pluto which denotes worry coming from abroad or concerning legal and foreign relationships. Musk will face legal consequences for interfering with elections even if not in the US at this time. A great deal more will be revealed this year.

The Full moon on February 12^th opposes Musk’s 8th house Mars denoting anger, frustration and conflicts especially concerning money and financial relationships with others

 The full moon creates a marked affect in Trump’s chart as well since it falls on his 12^th house Mars. The 12^th house rules enemies, the subconscious and things done in secret. Mars is a dangerous planet for a full moon to fall on, especially with unpredictable Uranus in the mix.

Jupiter turns direct February 4^th!

The planet of gain and expansion turns direct February 4^th at 11 degrees of Gemini amping up its beneficial rays to expand many different areas of our lives depending on what if anything it is doing in your personal chart. In some cases finances could increase, and this will help all of us.

Jupiter is also the planet of luck and optimism and many things that have been delayed will start to move forward again in the days to come. If you've been planning a business or new project it will be easier to get started now.

While Jupiter is retrograde we grow more in an inner way and when the 'great benefic' moves forward the growth occurs in a more outward manner in the world. We can take what we have learned and discovered and project it outward.

If Jupiter turns direct on a personal planet in your chart this can be a positively significant time, depending on what it is aspecting.

If Jupiter turns direct in a positive aspect in your chart you can expect gain. This will be especially positive for Gemini as well as other Fire and Air signs or anyone with Fire or Air in their personal charts.

Jupiter transits each sign for about a year and will remain in Gemini until June 9^th when it leaves for Cancer. Make the most of this Gemini; Jupiter won’t be in your sign again for another 12 years.

Mars turns direct February 23rd

Mars has been stirring up the pot slowing things down, creating frustration and anger and changing relationships since its retrograde which began December 6^th. On February 23rd Mars turns stationary direct.

When a planet stations it is at its most powerful. If it makes a harsh aspect in your chart you can expect a challenge and if it makes a positive aspect you can expect some kind of forward movement.

The station of Mars means the energy is changing or ‘waking up.’ As this occurs things that have been delayed can pick back up but many things are still changeable. It is at this point the Martian energy is the most potent for better or worse. Mars will remain in its ‘station’ until March 9^th. So, while its great Mars turns direct, we aren’t 100% out of the woods for a few more weeks yet.

Venus is in its ‘retrograde station’ during February and enters Aries

Mars rules men and Venus rules women and the retrograde of both planets affects many things including relationships, values and finances. Venus leaves Pisces for Aries February 4^th and slows down to a crawl by month’s end only moving to 10 degrees before it turns retrograde March 1^st. During the shadow period Venusian energy begins to shift becoming more obvious by month’s end. This is not the best time to start a new relationship or invest although the planet isn’t fully retrograde yet. I will write more about this next month.

Mercury enters Pisces February 14^th-March 3^rd.

The image of Pisces is two fish swimming in opposite directions and there is a good reason for this as this sign is a double edged sword. You can soar to the clouds under a Pisces transit or sink to the lowest depths. Pisces ruler Neptune is associated with faith, creativity, intuition, art and cinema, as well as drugs and drug addicts, lies, deception misunderstandings, propaganda, and the seamy side of life.

While Mercury is in Pisces we can expect communication to become flakier, and miscommunication to be a common theme. Rather than being focused on facts, we may be swayed more by the mood and tone of thinking and conversations. We tend to operate more on intuition, and spend time reflecting on the past.  Our instincts often drive thinking and communication, dreams and fantasies can become more vivid and remain on our minds.

Pisces is a mutable water sign. While all water signs are sensitive and emotional, a mutable sign is changeable, so our thoughts and feelings will be constantly shifting and changing over the few weeks just like the ocean which Pisces/Neptune has dominion over.

With Mercury in Pisces we can become more attuned to idealism, fantasy, creativity, art and particularly our feelings. We often reach deep into the recesses of our subconscious mind to find creativity and find fresh and new ideas. At times we may discover or understand things to a greater depth than we have before, and we could even feel a certain illumination. Dreams typically become more vivid while Mercury is in this sign as well as more frequent. During Mercury’s transit through Pisces we will sense and feel things we don’t normally pay attention to, and sometimes know things that cannot be explained because our subconscious mind is being triggered. Pisces is after all the sign that rules psychics. It also rules religion and faith, and some will find this a more spiritual time, and focus on their inner life more than material. With Mercury in this sign we may be much more inclined to take a ‘leap of faith’ in some direction we have not previously tried. Many time we think about the bigger questions in life such as ‘what is my true purpose,’ ‘what is God,’ or ‘does life go on after death?’ None of these questions are trivial and topics like these will likely come up more frequently.

The downside of this transit is that we may find that we are more forgetful, experience brain fog, or show up late at work or meetings as we are not so focused on details at this time. It is important to pay attention to communication because we can mishear something we thought was said or others may misspeak. Lack of clarity and understanding is common at this time and it is important to remember that if we don’t understand something, ask questions! We could be tempted to believe the unbelievable at some point, so before reaching any important decision make sure you get the facts straight.

February 18^th the Sun enters Pisces until March 20th

Pisces is the final sign in the zodiac that rules the 12^th house or the part of the chart that represents endings, places of seclusion and the unconscious mind. This part of the zodiac is considered the realm of the unknown that also relates to things like secrets, dreams and magic.  At times this house can represent secret enemies or clandestine affairs or relationships that remain secret and hidden. It represents the place where anxieties and fears are formed as well as where they can be overcome, changed or transformed into something far more positive and productive. Pisces is the most ethereal sign of the zodiac.

Expect a major energetic change as we move from Aquarius to Pisces which is a sensitive water sign, whose planetary rulers are Jupiter and Neptune. Jupiter is the planet of gain and expansion and Neptune rules the oceans, intuition, psychics, dreams, drugs or alcohol, spirituality, and lies or deception along with self-deception. Neptune can represent beautiful dreams and inspiration or misinformation. This is represented by the Pisces image which depicts two fish swimming in opposite directions.

When we enter the Pisces season get ready to feel more, be more emotional, and dream bigger. You may feel more intuitive, creative and tuned in to others. You become more interested in movies and art, or anything that can allow you to escape reality for the moment. Now will be the time to go with the flow and perhaps not follow a rigid schedule because like water, Pisces likes to flow at its own pace.

Compassion is a Pisces trait and you may feel more of this for others, or you could even become engaged in a cause you feel strongly about over the next month. Pisces typically have a way of calming and helping others in moments of crisis, and these individuals have a tender and helpful spirit. You will likely feel more in tune with those around you or your significant other than you have in a long time. Dreams may be very intense and vivid this month.

With the Pisces connection to the last part of the zodiac or the twelfth house some things may end during this time, or you could be wrapping up certain projects in preparation of new ones. Pisces is also the final sign of the winter months just before we enter Aries and spring.

Full Moon in Leo February 12^th

This month’s full moon falls at 24 degrees of Leo. Leo is a proud and charismatic sign and the ruler of royalty and entertainment.

Leo rules the 5^th house of love, friends and children so it is likely this is a very social time especially just a few days before Valentine’s Day.

That said, this moon squares Uranus, the planet of unexpected events and disruptions so change is likely and in some cases, breakups. For this however, there would have to be something more significant in your chart.

If there is something that you have wanted to break away from now will be the time. This can include relationships, jobs or anything else.

Uranus is a disruptive planet prone toward separation, change and explosive circumstances. This does not always mean something difficult will occur and I would advise against anticipating major upheaval; it depends on what else is in your chart. For some this can be as simple as changeability or feeling your mind is all over the board for a short time.

The Sun squares Uranus February 11^th, and this energy becomes part of the Full moon and we likely see events play out concerning the Full moon at this time. Sun/Uranus aspects are prone toward changeability, separation and sudden unexpected events in the world and our lives.

In the world however this moon presents a different story. We are likely to see major unexpected events and news. In the US chart this Moon falls in the 9^th house which rules courts/laws and foreign affairs. It opposes the US moon which rules the people. An opposition brings problems and upsets among the people

The New Moon February 28^th in Pisces

The New moon falls in the sign of Pisces which rules the 12^th house of endings. Some things will end at this time but it doesn’t mean this is negative as some things need to end.

Pisces is ruled by Jupiter and Neptune and is the most spiritual of signs along with being creative and generally humanitarian.

This moon conjuncts Saturn, the planet of responsibility. It also trines Mars the planet of action and conjuncts Mercury, the planet of communication. For the most part this should be a fairly peaceful moon.

Other transits of interest;

February 1^st, Venus conjuncts Neptune-This is prone toward idealism. While this can be a romantic or beautiful time it is important to remember the dual nature of Neptune. While it can be creative, spiritual and humanitarian in nature, it can also represent confusion, lies and lack of clarity. Enjoy, but keep your feet on the ground.

February 10^th, Mercury squares Uranus-This is prone toward unexpected news and changeability. If you get an idea that seems unique and important make a note of it because it will disappear as quickly as it came. Use caution on the road because some people will be erratic and unpredictable. This can be prone toward sudden arguments and falls close to the Full moon.

February 25^th, Mercury conjuncts Saturn-This can be prone toward tiredness and depression or alternatively it can represent serious thinking. It’s possible something may be delayed but this is a fleeting transit. Use caution driving.

 

 

 

The lunar nodes changed signs January 11th, 2025

 

The lunar nodes are not planets but points in the sky that indicate where we are going both as individuals and as a collective, with an emphasis on the collective. In this respect they can indicate the collective destiny.

The nodes change signs every 18 months and are moving from Aries-Libra to Pisces-Virgo. They will remain here until July 26, 2026. The North Node represents where we are going and the South Node represents what holds us back. The North Node moves into Pisces and the South Node into Virgo.

Since the North node shows us where we are going Pisces is a spiritual, dreamy sign. It can represent religion or spirituality, art, psychics, music and all of the creative fields along with intuition and faith in the universe and our ultimate destiny.

At best, this can be about healing the population and the world but this will remain to be seen. The healing that the North Node seeks in Pisces is through self understanding that sometimes comes through pain or painful situations. While Pisces can represent many beautiful things it also represents confusion, lack of clarity and it can represent lies, deceit, misinformation and propaganda which is increasing in the world rapidly. It can also connect to drugs/alcohol/substance addictions and processing emotions through addictions.

The 6^th/12^th axis is also the axis of work and health which Pisces/Virgo rule. Work in terms of the general population will come into focus as will health. This could denote some type of health crisis on a global scale. There will also be more focus on work and workers.

The South Node in Virgo has the potential to balance out some of the misinformation as Virgo is about facts, but it also represents being overly critical or demanding. Virgo is known for wanting perfection and to be perfect in everything. It can play the blame game well. Virgo also represents health and work, worry and anxiety, stress and skepticism. Its best role will be to balance out the lack of clarity Pisces can sometimes bring.

Let’s take a look at when the Nodes were in these signs:

January 7-1932-April 1933-The Great depression, FDR elected, rise of Adolph Hitler, Prohibition repealed

Jul 27, 1950 – Mar 28, 1952-Mccarthism, the Korean War, greatest storm of the 20^th century, development of hydrogen bomb, start of the cold war.

Apr 20, 1969 – Nov 2, 1970-First moon landing, Stonewall riots, Woodstock, student protests, Beatles break up, Vietnam War

Dec 3, 1987 – May 22, 1989 Ronald Reagan Berlin wall speech, Margret Thatcher becomes PM, Pan AM 103 crashes, Soviet War in Afghanistan ends

 Jun 23, 2006 – Dec 18, 2007-subprime mortgage crisis begins, Face book and Utube created, Saddam Hussein sentenced to death.

 As you can see many critical events have happened in the past when the nodes are in these signs. It is important to not be overly critical (Virgo) or delusional (Pisces).  It is also very important to go to good sources for your news. This does not include social media outlets which have removed fact checkers or launched mass misinformation campaigns concerning just about everything, or extremely partisan news outlets to name only a few bad sources.

Think, and choose carefully the information you feed your brain and most importantly know that the first thing to go in any democracy is truth. Cross reference your sources. Be aware of who owns the outlets you connect to. Misinformation will be one of the most urgent problems we face along with health and well being.

 

The nodes are shifting from a Cardinal sign to mutable signs. With mutable signs comes change, so we need to shift toward becoming more flexible and changeable when necessary.

The eclipses of 2025

Eclipses fall on the nodes and over the next 18 months the majority of them will fall in Pisces/Virgo or the 6^th/12^th house axis. The eclipses don’t need to be at the exact degree of the nodes to jump start an eclipse or events connected to an eclipse. The Pisces/Virgo eclipses fall on the following dates;

September 17th, 2024, in Pisces

March 13th, 2025, in Virgo

September 7th, 2025 in Pisces

September 21st, 2025, in Virgo

March 3rd, 2026, in Virgo

August 27th, 2026, in Pisces

February 20th, 2027 in Virgo

The nodes and eclipses point toward collective destiny and eclipses are like light posts showing is where we are going. Get ready for collective change because it is upon us!

The astrology of 2025; a new world order?

 

2025 brings more major planetary changes than we have seen in decades. We can expect to see a great deal of change if not turmoil during the first 7 months of the year so fasten your seat belts.

January begins with powerful retrograde Mars opposing Pluto for the 2^nd time. This volatile, if not violent aspect will play out over the first 11 days of the year at least. When Mars is retrograde it typically brings out its worst qualities of anger and aggression especially with men who are rash, impatient and abrasive. Those who start wars are never winners! Mars, by the way rules men. We will get to Venus, the ruler of women later on.

A slow start with many delays and changes; Mars is retrograde followed by Venus retrograde

The first 6 days of the year Mars is at 1-0 degrees of Leo opposing Pluto in Aquarius. Aquarius rules the collective who will make their desires known, and it won’t be in a subtle way. Leo is a fire sign, known for grandstanding and drama, especially when retrograde. Mars/Pluto is a violent aspect prone to upheaval.

It is not lost on anyone that January 6^th in the US is the day the Presidential election is certified and January 3^rd is the first day of Congress. The Moon in Aries will make for a powerful if not volatile day on the 6th. Since Mars is retrograde both now and January 20^th, the day of the Presidential inauguration there may be a great deal of remorse and buyers regret concerning this election in the months and years to come and plans will not go as expected.

Mars opposed Pluto November 4^th-10^th (the peak period) the first time and will oppose it for the 3^rd time when it finally turns direct April 19^th-30^th.

January 7^th Mars retrogrades back into the sign of Cancer. Cancer rules the home and the homeland and is often connected to self described patriots when Mars is in this sign. Pluto was in Cancer during WW11. Since Cancer rules women we will see an increase in ‘female warriors’ fighting for causes they believe in.

Mars is a soldier and a warrior and the Roman God of War. It is said that anyone who starts a war on retrograde Mars ends up the loser.

Conflict is a major issue with retrograde Mars and it rules weapons, fighting, military and law enforcement among other things. All options are open considering the hot spots around the globe at this time.

In your own life you need to come up with a strategy to get through this time. The Mars energy needs to be released in some constructive way as opposed to drifting with the wind with no plan. Direct your energy toward some worthwhile goal and choose to avoid conflicts with others that can escalate.

Mars will remain in Leo-Cancer and retrace its (our) steps when it turns direct at 17 degrees of Cancer February 24^th. If this degree impacts your chart look for something significant to happen depending on what the aspect it. Mars will finally leave Cancer/Leo June 17^th when it enters Virgo.

It is best not to start important new projects on a retrograde Mars if possible. Also remember accidents are more likely to occur on a retrograde Mars and at times physical health can suffer if there are already problems. Frustration and anger can be a problem as well.

Mars rules energy and our actions which can be thwarted and delayed when Mars is retrograde.  Mars will remain in its shadow period until May 2^nd; this is a long transit and a long story to unfold.

A few weeks after Mars turns direct February 23rd, Mercury retrogrades on March 15^th at 9 degrees of Aries until April 7^th when it turns direct at 26 degrees of Pisces. Like Mars, this retrograde Mercury will travel between two signs.

January 20^th; Inauguration Day in the US

Inaugurations of US Presidents are always set for noon, January 20^th during election times. This year is different because the Sun conjuncts Pluto which represents change but also those who try and force their will on others. Pluto is called ‘The God of the Underworld’, for a reason and is connected to corruption, violence and subversive activities not limited to the US.

 The Sun is always at 0-1 degrees of Aquarius on an inauguration, but has never conjuncted Pluto on inauguration Day. There will be a great deal of anger, push back and friction in the country. This is no light transit and opens the door to many possibilities including violence and other world events.

The Moon is in peace loving Libra but squares Mercury and Mars. While there are voters who are pleased with the outcome, many Americans will not be and will make their voices heard, especially women. Moon-Mars aspects are indicative of anger and agitation.

Venus sextiles Mercury indicative of speeches and communication and for some a pleasant time.

Venus is conjunct Saturn in Pisces and the two planets don’t gel well together. Venus represents love and values and Saturn is the planet of restrictions and the combination can be difficult. Venus also rules younger women.

Another  significant transit is Mars retrograde Mars at 24 degrees which conjuncts President elect Trump’s Saturn. It’s an odd transit for an inauguration since it usually denotes frustration and anger.  Some sort of delay is a possibility and if not it is still a difficult and frustrating transit.

Venus retrogrades

March 2^nd the planet ruling women, money, values and beauty turns retrograde until April 13^th. It retrogrades at 10 degrees of Aries and turns direct at 24 degrees of Pisces. Like the other retrogrades this one will alternate between the signs of Aries-Pisces.

The Shadow Period

Energy begins to slowly shift as Venus enters its shadow period which begins on January 30^th. Retrograde Venus has a shadow period before the retrograde begins as well as after it turns direct.

The most important period is the stationary retrograde period when Venus is starting to retrograde and the stationary direct period when it is about to move forward again.

If Venus makes an aspect in your chart when the retrograde motion begins or when it starts to move forward you can expect a significant event. If Venus makes a positive aspect when it turns direct it can indicate meeting someone significant if the rest of the chart agrees.

Venus and love

When Venus retrogrades issues concerning love and relationships become more intense and people sometimes find themselves in situations concerning love where events beyond their control that seem to take over.

Venus retrogrades about every 18 months.   Relationships can slow down for a time or bad ones can end altogether.  If your relationship is solid you may experience very little, and it can become an experience that strengthens the union, as you work through issues and concerns together.

Venus retrograde is a time for re-accessing and revaluating our relationships.  Even if you and the object of your affection are on solid ground you or they could suddenly get cold feet.  Sometimes people change partners.  But, if your relationship is basically sound you will most likely be fine.

During a Venus retrograde period the things that Venus influences will be less apparent and visual sensibilities can be reduced. These is not the time to buy jewelry, art, expensive clothing or decorations, give big parties, get married, engaged or have plastic surgery. Since Venus rules the courts, legal situations can slow down as can diplomatic efforts.  Unresolved issues come forward and demand resolution. It may be more difficult to express ourselves socially.  Venus is the lesser of the two money planets, and money will not flow as freely during this period.

Venus tends to take us back to people and things from the past. Sometimes old friends or lovers return and we may take many pleasant trips down memory lane.

Venus retrograde works on the collective level as well as the personal. Events can transpire in the world that are affected by Venus’s retrograde. It may be money, art and collective values where we see change the most.

 Jupiter squares Saturn

As we begin the year Jupiter is square Saturn in very close orb. Jupiter is the planet of expansion and Saturn is the planet of restriction and they will clash. Of course we will feel the energy both before this date and after. The most intense period will be from roughly December 15-mid January, 2025. While this is the most intense time, events connected to this transit can occur at any time the planets are in orb with each other. Jupiter and Saturn are 2 of the most significant planets in astrology and are considered the ‘social’ planets because they represent the broader societal structures and factors and influences on our lives.

While this transit will bring some challenges, it can also offer some creative change. In effect this will slow some things down and it will be a time when we have to get real. Saturn is about reality and if something has grown too fast we have to slow it down now either willingly or in some cases unwillingly. Alternatively some things may seem like a wet blanket being thrown at us.

Jupiter is the money planet and it is retrograde so it’s not operating at its best. When Jupiter squared Saturn this past August the US Stock market dropped more than1000 points. This transit not only affects us, but the state of the world and in particular the hot spots around the globe.

This transit might be compared to trying to paddling a canoe upstream or trying to drive with the brakes on. Money issues may come to the surface, or depending on what is in your chart you may feel the restriction coming from some other area of life. For some, relationships may end at this time, but only if they are not working out already. Any relationship can be affected but if the partnership is basically sound it should withstand the stress.

You may lack inner conviction, or your timing can be off.  It is important to consider these factors.

This transit can represent legal, financial and business problems, and there could be a lack of support, especially if this aspects your personal chart. There could be issues with higher education, moral issues, or indifference. Frustration may build up to the point where something has to give and change occurs at this point. You may have to limit spending on entertainment.

This represents a cycle that will play out in the US and the world over the next 7 months. While Jupiter squares Saturn in Gemini/Pisces in December/January, in June Jupiter moves into Cancer and Saturn is in Aries creating yet another square in different signs. This aspect is in tight orb June 9^th-27^th and is exact on June 15^th, 2025. This falls very close to Venus in the US chart the ruler of women, values and money.

Cancer/Aries is more aggressive and emotional. When planets enter Cancer the home/homeland often becomes important as does patriotism or perceived patriotism. Aries has an aggressive and impatient nature.

Cancer is ruled by the moon and is the significator of women as well as our emotional lives. Aries is ruled by Mars, the significator of men, action and aggression.

Past squares between Jupiter and Saturn

Saturn and Jupiter squared each other July-August of 2015 in Leo-Scorpio, and then again in Virgo-Sagittarius May of 2016.

In 2015 the aspect coincided with; 

-The US Supreme Court ruled in favor of Obamacare and same sex marriage.

-The Charleston massacre occurred

-Rockets were fired from Gaza and the IDF retaliated with attacks on Hamas

-Record breaking heat and rain across the US.

-Donald Trump announced candidacy for President

In 2016 the aspect considered with;

-Donald Trump elected President

- Egypt Air flight MS804 goes missing over the Mediterranean on route Paris to Cairo

- Mullah Akhtar Muhammad Mansour, leader of the Afghan Taliban is reportedly killed by a US drone in Pakistan

The above are only a few of the important events that occurred during these previous transits.

Saturn-Jupiter transits begin anew every 20 years. The cycle we are began in December of 2020 when Jupiter and Saturn conjuncted in Aquarius and we are now experiencing the next phase of that cycle which is the square; a difficult aspect that tests what we have learned since 2020.

The late astrologer Andre Barbault connects this cycle with Europe and significant changes there. It can also coincide with unpopular bills and legislation, court decisions and financial changes.

Pluto is in Aquarius until 2044

Pluto will spend its first full year in Aquarius, and has not been in this sign in 257 years. I have written many times that Pluto/Aquarius will be about the people and what the collective desires. Thus far we can see this occurring around the globe since the following events have occurred at the time of this post was written in December.

-Al-Assad has fled Syria where he has brutally repressed the people since 2000.

-South Korean President Yoon is banned from international travel and his government is in trouble since he declared martial law. The population rose up and he had to resend it.

-Election results thrown out in Romania due to Russian interference. Germany has accused Elon Musk of interfering in the election using misinformation.

-Massive protests in the country of Georgia after the government suspended talks concerning joining the EU. Protestors feel this endangers their country and many believe the election was not legitimate and are calling for a new election within a year.

Pluto re-entered Aquarius November 18^th, 2024.

Much more will happen during this cycle and this is only the beginning. Pluto is a slow moving planet so the world will not change overnight and little occurs without pushback.

The lunar nodes change signs January 11^th, 2025

The lunar nodes are not planets but points in the sky that indicate where we are going both as individuals and as a collective, with an emphasis on the collective. In this respect they can indicate the collective destiny.

The nodes change signs every 1.5 years and are moving from Aries-Libra to Pisces-Virgo. They will remain here until July 26, 2026. The North Node represents where we are going and the South Node represents what holds us back. The North Node moves into Pisces and the South Node into Virgo.

Since the North node shows us where we are going Pisces is a spiritual, dreamy sign. It can represent religion or spirituality, art, psychics, music and all of the creative fields along with intuition and faith in the universe and our ultimate destiny. At best, this can be about healing the population and the world but this will remain to be seen. The healing that the North Node seeks in Pisces is through self understanding that sometimes comes through pain. While Pisces can represent many beautiful things it also represents confusion, lack of clarity and it can represent lies, deceit, misinformation and propaganda which is increasing in the world. It can also be involved with drugs/alcohol/substance addictions and processing emotions through addictions.

The 6^th/12^th axis is also the axis of work and health. Work in terms of the general population will come into focus as will health. This could denote some type of health crisis.

The South Node in Virgo has the potential to balance out some of the misinformation but it also represents being overly critical or demanding. Virgo is known for wanting perfection and to be perfect in everything. It can play the blame game. Virgo also represents health and work, worry and anxiety, stress and skepticism. Its best role will be to balance out the lack of clarity Pisces can sometimes bring.

Let’s take a look at when the Nodes were in these signs:

January 7-1932-April 1933-The Great depression, FDR elected, rise of Adolph Hitler, Prohibition repealed

Jul 27, 1950 – Mar 28, 1952-Mccarthism, the Korean War, greatest storm of the 20^th century, development of hydrogen bomb, start of the cold war.

Apr 20, 1969 – Nov 2, 1970-First moon landing, Stonewall riots, Woodstock, student protests, Beatles break up, Vietnam War

Dec 3, 1987 – May 22, 1989 Ronald Reagan Berlin wall speech, Margret Thatcher becomes PM, Pan AM 103 crashes, Soviet War in Afghanistan ends

 

Jun 23, 2006 – Dec 18, 2007-subprime mortgage crisis begins, Face book and Utube created, Saddam Hussein sentenced to death.

 As you can see many critical events have happened in the past when the nodes are in these signs. It is important to not be overly critical (Virgo) or delusional (Pisces).  It is also very important to go to good sources for your news. This does not include social media outlets who has launched mass misinformation campaigns concerning just about everything or extremely partisan news outlets to name only a few bad sources. Think, and choose carefully the information you feed your brain and most importantly believe. Cross reference your sources. Be aware of who owns the outlets you connect to. Misinformation will be one of the most urgent problems we face.

 May 26-September 23^rd Neptune enters Aries

Neptune rules the unconscious both individually and collectively. It is the planet of creativity, spirituality, compassion and humanitarianism but it also rules lies, deception, misinformation and confusion along with addictions and drugs.

Neptune was last in Aries from 1862-1875. Of course this period covered part of the US Civil war. This period also led to advances in chemistry and drugs. Spiritualism was prevalent during this time, but how much of it was real and how much an illusion is hard to know.

Aries is ruled by Mars the planet of war and aggression, action and it also rules men. Men could suffer collectively from some sort of identity crisis.

Aries rules the first house or the self. We will all be driven to accomplish our personal goals. Neptune in Aries will put impulsiveness in the sign of service and spirituality and even with Neptune’s veil we may see more clear cut actions. We could see those who are pioneers, religious zealots and extremists determined to carry out their goals but others who aren’t will be just as determined. Wars are possible with Neptune in this sign as it is ruled by Mars. We must be careful not to develop a war like and aggressive mentality as Neptune rules the collective mindset.

During the parts of the year Neptune is not in Aries it will be at 29 degrees of Pisces from March 4^th onward. Neptune has been in Pisces since April of 2011 with a short foray back into Aquarius for a few months. This is how the outer planets operate; we get a preview of what the sign will bring before it enters for a long period of time.

The 29^th degree is considered a critical degree and is significant. We may be seized with an urgency we have only a short time to correct something and critical events may well occur during these periods.

Saturn enters Aries May 26^th-September 2^nd.

Saturn leaves Pisces and dips its toes into the next sign which is Aries. There could not be 2 signs any more different. Aries rules the 1^st house of the zodiac; Pisces rules the 12^th house or last house of the zodiac. Like the 29^th degree, the 0 degree is also considered critical. The 0 degree of Aries is considered the ‘world point.’ Not only does the zodiac begin here, we may all be concerned with events that can affect us all with a planet at this degree. Saturn in Aries will move from 0-1 degrees this year before returning to Pisces for the next 5 and half months.

Aries is ruled by Mars the planet of action and aggression. With Saturn in this sign we may take more initiative.  Aries can be connected with courage and responsibility. Aries can be connected with leadership and responsibility but some may develop a short fuse.

We will need to watch for impatience, fear of failure, authority issues and burnout.

When Saturn changes signs our lives change along with the world and we will need to watch for more aggressive behavior and war personally and globally.

Saturn in Aries is unfavorably placed as it is considered at its fall in astrology. This means it is at its weakest state and is not comfortable with the energy.

The last few cycles of Saturn in Aries occurred during the following dates;

Apr 25, 1937 to Mar 20, 1940

Mar 3, 1967, to Apr 29, 1969

Apr 7, 1996, to Feb 28, 1999

As you can see from the dates we experienced WW11, Vietnam and we saw the US involved in ‘operation desert strike,’ and of course there was the Kosovo conflict to name only several events during the last period.

Saturn conjuncts Neptune

When Saturn enters Aries it will conjunct Neptune in Aries the entire time it is in this sign in 2025. When Saturn and Neptune return to Aries in 2026 they will conjunct again and this period will last for approximately 3 years.

Saturn and Neptune have a confusing and dissolving affect at the same time. Saturn represents structures and Neptune dissolves.  Saturn squared Neptune in 2015-16.

An aspect like this is rare and not only does it affect us, it has a global affect and we will see many changes over the next few years.

Saturn last conjuncted Neptune in Aries in 1702-1703. Prior to this it was 1380, so this is a rare occurrence for these planets to co-mingle in the sign that rules the 1^st house.

In 1702 St. Petersburg in Russia was founded. Some astrologers associate this transit with Russia and it certainly appears to be the case.

It is likely this period will usher in social unrest. Information will be foggy, misinformation will be rampant and we will need to be able to think clearly and check and recheck the information we absorb.

Saturn-Neptune historical events

1989 saw Saturn and Neptune conjunct in the sign of Capricorn. During this time the Berlin wall came down and we saw the fall of communism in Eastern Europe, the Romanian Revolution, the Tiananmen Square Protests, and the ‘Velvet revolution in Czechoslovakia. George H Bush was inaugurated; the World Wide Web was introduced and a major earthquake struck in Loma Prieta, Ca.

Saturn and Neptune conjoined in 1952 in the sign Libra. During this period certain world leaders were born such as Putin and Jinping, current President of China. This conjunction saw a polio epidemic and The Great Smog in London which alerted the world of the dangers of the use of coal.

In 1917 Saturn and Neptune were conjunct in Leo and America entered WW1, the Russian revolution occurred and we saw the Spanish Flu that killed between 17-100 million deaths worldwide.

Everything that occurs under this transit is not negative, but it is a confusing period and we will have to shift through what is accurate and what is propaganda.

A significant period

One of the most significant dates during the Saturn-Neptune conjunction is August 6^th-13^th, 2025 At this time Mars in Libra opposes the Saturn-Neptune conjunction. This will certainly play out in terms of events around the globe and will affect all of those with Cardinal planets (Aries, Cancer, Libra and Capricorn) at 1-3 degrees.

Mars/Saturn transits coincide with events that can seem cruel. This is a frustrating aspect that indicates delays and anger. Mars-Neptune transits can be connected with gasses, chemicals, water events and misinformation. Anger and frustration are part of this aspect on a personal and global level.

We are also dealing with a full moon on August 10^th at 10 degrees of Capricorn that may amp up any situation that is occurring. It will oppose Venus and Jupiter, the 2 money planets and Venus rules women. Retrograde Mercury will only heighten the confusion at this time

Saturn/Neptune can be a difficult transit in the world. It is fortunate these planets will sextile Pluto in Aquarius. It’s hard to know what this will bring, but it is positive and likely connected with some type or types of advancements for all of humanity even though Saturn is conjunct Neptune.

July 6^th-November 8^th Uranus enters Gemini

Uranus has been in Taurus since May of 2018.Like the other outer planets we will have a preview this year of what to expect when the planet of the unexpected goes into the next sign or Gemini.

Uranus rules technology, freedom, upheaval, explosions, aircraft and electricity and future advancements. It also rules all forms of communication.  While Taurus rules the 2^nd house of money with Venus as its ruling planet, Gemini rules the 3^rd house of communication and its planetary ruler is Mercury the planet of communication. Uranus has not been comfortable in the sign of Taurus and is considered at its fall here which means the energy is not smooth, and the benefits Uranus are not so strong. You might even say the planet can ‘misbehave.’  Uranus is comfortable in Gemini and neither at its fall or exaltation so the energy of the planet will operate in an easier manner than Taurus and is more neutral.

Communication and the ability to communicate will change dramatically under this aspect and we will make huge advancements in technology, travel, communication and new ideas. Gemini is about reason, and is always taking in new information.

Uranus returns to Gemini every 84 years and spends about 7 years in each sign. Uranus was in Gemini during the following periods;

-1939-1945

-1861-1865

-1775-1783

Some astrologers associate Uranus/Gemini with the US entering a period of war, and you can see from the last 3 periods this has been the case. My thought however, is that the US has been involved in conflict during most if not all of the signs Uranus has transited through.

Jupiter transits through Gemini and into Cancer

Jupiter is the planet of gain and expansion and wherever it goes is where we see our benefit. Jupiter will remain in the sign of Gemini until June 9^th, when it moves into Cancer. At this time Jupiter is retrograde but its beneficial rays will improve when it turns direct on February 4^th.

Gemini is about information, for better or worse. While this is a positive trait, with Saturn and Neptune in confusing Pisces it seems this has contributed to a great deal of mis-information and propaganda over the past year.

Jupiter in this sign is beneficial for writing, publishing, speaking, sales, broadcasting and travel.

Jupiter enters Cancer June 9^th and will remain in this sign until July 2026. Cancer is about home family, and getting in touch with our emotions.

When Jupiter is in this sign many people buy real estate, move or re-decorate the home. Family get together are more frequent and there will be more entertaining at home. Of course this is a great placement for Water and Earth signs, especially Cancer.

Jupiter takes 12 years to go through the entire zodiac and transited Cancer the following years;

-June 27, 2013-July 16, 2014

-July 14, 2001-August 1^st, 2002

-July 31, 1989-August 18, 1990

The United States is a Cancer country. When Jupiter enters Cancer it can only be beneficial for the US in terms of finances and expansion.  In the US chart Jupiter will;

-conjunct Venus (women, money) June 8-27

-conjunct Jupiter (money, partners) July 1-7

-conjunct the Sun (the nation itself and head of state) August 7-11

-square Saturn (Congress, head of state)-difficult August 11-16

-sextile Neptune (foreign affairs, health, work)-September 26-October 5

-conjunct Mercury (communication, media, finances)-October 14-November 1.

-Oppose Pluto (extremism)-this does not hit exact degree until 2026 but close from November 4-21st

As you can see the majority of this is positive and so for the most part it is to the benefit of the US. The dates above represent times the aspect is exact. The energy however is present before and after these dates. Jupiter in Cancer will be like a silver lining in some ways.

Jupiter squares Neptune in Cancer/Aries

On June 18^th, Jupiter squares Neptune but we will feel the energy before and after this transit is exact. It will be in a tight orb which means the energy is powerful from June 9^th-at least mid July.

Neptune is the planet of illusion, delusion and confusion, as well as creativity, psychic abilities, drugs and alcohol to name just a few. The symbol representing Neptune is two fish swimming in opposite directions. Neptune is frequently associated with lies, deception, lack of clarity and self deception. That said it rules the artistic world, psychics, religion and spirituality, compassion and sacrifice.

Jupiter is the planet of expansion and gain and wherever it falls in our charts gain can be expected. Sagittarius is an optimistic and expansive sign.

But, as Jupiter clashes with Neptune issues and situations can become muddled. Things may not be what they appear and we can be deceived into believing things are one way when in fact they are another. As Jupiter expands whatever it touches deceptions can get larger along with self deception.

Gaslighting, smoke and mirrors, unclear scenarios and self delusion will be common during this transit. Confusion and lack of clarity or being mislead in terms of the facts will be the hallmark of this time.

On the other hand, this can be beautiful, spiritual and creative energy. Compassion can be given or received, creativity may be at a high, as can psychic abilities, and dreams can be vivid. The last time Jupiter squared Neptune Pope Francis visited the US and Congress.

Love can seem ideal at this time. A relationship that seems this way should be given the test of time because only when these planets move apart or separate and we are no longer under the 'Neptunian spell,' can we gauge accurately whether or not we feel the same way as we do under this transit. As the two planets separate things and situations can be revealed to be different from what we may have thought.

Eclipses in 2025

We will experience the following eclipses in 2025

-March 13^th/14^th, Lunar eclipse in Virgo at 23 degrees

-March 29^th, Solar eclipse in Aries at 9 degrees

-September 7^th, lunar eclipse at 15 degrees of Pisces

-September 21^st, solar eclipse at 21 degrees of Virgo

Mercury retrogrades in 2025

March 15–April 7, July 18–August 11, and November 9–29. 

Final thoughts

2025 will be a year like no other with the number of outer planets changing signs and we are entering into uncharted territory we have not seen in our lifetimes. We can expect changes and delays during the first quarter with all of the retrogrades. The Jupiter-Saturn square will dominate the times through July and this tends to slow many things down that could include financial markets.

The outer planets that change signs in 2025 are;

Pluto in Aquarius

Neptune in Aries

Uranus in Gemini

Plus, Saturn enters Aries which will also play a role.

The planets in the above signs all involve easy aspects with each other forming either trines or sextiles which is positive and nothing we have ever seen both and 2025 and the next several years, excluding Saturn-Neptune which I do not consider positive.

Of course these planets will give us a preview of what to come, but they aren’t finished with their current cycles just yet so:

Neptune will retrograde back into Pisces at 29 degrees, and does not begin the Aries cycle in earnest until January 7^th, 2026.

Uranus will not completely move into Uranus, as it too will retrograde back into Taurus. That cycle ends as it returns to Gemini for the next 7 years April 27^th, 2026.

While Saturn is not technically an outer planet it enters Aries for the next two and a half years February 14^th, 2026.

During the time Neptune is not in Aries it will be at 29 degrees of Pisces a great deal of the year. The 29^th degree is called the anaretic degree and is considered critical. Uranus in Taurus will also reach its 29^th degree in 2025.

The outer planets always show us the state of the world. With Pluto in Aquarius and Uranus in Gemini technology will take off like a rocket as will science and there is no telling what benefits society will experience. While every sign has its ‘dark side’ for all of the outer planets to line up in this manner will be nothing short of phenomenal and can only benefit and advance society in the years to come.

Astrologer Andre Barbualt calls this time ‘the most benefic of the century that will work for the best in a splendid relaunch of civilization. It includes ‘the coming together of the external and internal, rational and spiritual, mind and soul, human beings surpassing themselves while experiencing life on a higher level.’

None of this will happen overnight however, but along with the stressful aspects we will be able to find silver linings not only in 2025 but the future years as well.

If you are reading this blog may you have a peaceful and fulfilling New Year!