On March 20th at 2:01 AM PDT we have the first moment of Spring in the Northern Hemisphere, and Winter in the Southern Hemisphere! On this occasion, we have many positive aspects to the Sun at 0 degrees Aries.
To begin with, the Sun is surrounded, or “conjoined” to the planets Mercury, Venus, Saturn and Neptune. They are here to point the way for us to grow and begin again in this Solar New Year.
Mercury at 7 degrees Aries, presents Retrograde now, lasting from March 14 to April 6. It will be Retrograde again from July 17 to August 10, and November 9 to 29. This is a time to slow down, reevaluate and renegotiate. Typically we hear when Mercury is retrograde we are unsettled, have misdirected communication, changeable plans, plus human and mechanical errors. This can be true, yet it can be the perfect time for a period that is ideal for reflection, analyzing past decisions and generally tidying up unfinished business. There is no doubt that any planet ‘changing direction’ in this way will change attitudes and ambitions. In the sign of Aries, the beginning of this season brings hope as this Fire Sign is powerful! Clear the cobwebs from your mind of old beliefs, thinking and limitation, and shoot for the stars.
Venus is conjunct the Sun at 4 degrees Aries. You will feel loving and well-loved by others, and have a strong need for kindness, friendship, and affection now. Your artistic and creative powers are lit like a candle, and you will do everything in a harmonious, gracious, pleasing manner. Aesthetics are very important to you at this time. Your personal appearance and attractiveness are also very important to you. Have some fun beautifying yourself and your environment.
Saturn is conjunct the Sun at 23 degrees Pisces. As Saturn continues its transit through Pisces, it lends a serious compassionate nature to our behavior. Although Saturn is the strict teacher, it is showing us the bounty we can receive through casting our Spiritual attention in the right direction. Saturn brings a mature and often somber demeanor. You feel serious, reserved, self-disciplined and highly responsible and conscientious. Through your own confidence and persistence, this energy will carry you closer to your deepest goals and hopes with ease.
Neptune is conjunct the Sun at 29 degrees Pisces. Your personal sense of reality changes dramatically during the course of this transit. You are more sensitive than ever, and you may tap into your devoted nature. There is a strong desire for peace and harmony and perhaps some sense that you have to make sacrifices for that end. Let go of what no longer serves you and clear the decks for your future.
While all of these planets surround the Sun, Pluto at 3 degrees Aquarius sextiles them all. This is a blessing as we are crossing the bridge from the age of Pisces to Aquarius, and Pluto leads the way through first dissolving what limits us, and rebirthing from the ashes of the past. Pluto in Aquarius signals a massive humanitarian revolution — activism like we haven’t seen before in our lifetime — so we can expect an era defined by massive cultural change. Pluto in Aquarius has the power to initiate new government structures, groundbreaking technology and medicine, and social innovation that changes the course of history. Let’s all be part of this change starting with ourselves.
We are beginning a New Year of hopes, dreams and aspirations. Reset your compass and look to the heavens with gratitude and love, as above so below. We are all stardust.
Judy Crescenzo
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