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Sunday 2 March 2025 to Saturday 8 March 2025

2 March 2025

Venus stations Retrograde in Aries (00:36 lasts until 13 April)

We are entering a Venus-going-backwards phase in Aries (that last happened in March 2017, and in March 2009, so have a think to see if theres an emerging theme for you) so conditions might alter around love impulses, attractions, personal values, and partnership considerations. As Venus is also a money planet, then the retrograde can suggest a poor time to make major financial purchases or investments, as the true value of a desired thing can be harder to assess correctly.

Moon squares Mars 12 noon > (13:52) > 16:00

Around lunchtime, look out for irritability, rashness of action, and needless disputes. If you feel any pressure, luckily it will be brief, but you must learn to let off steam without making a ruckus. Remember little annoyances are not worth getting upset over?

Mercury conjunct Neptune: building for 1 day > (16:22) > fades for 1 day

For around two days, Mercury the decision maker is fusing together with Neptune the dreamer; this arouses your imagination to new levels, and you might be feeling very artistic, as potentially wonderful ideas come flowing through. However, clarified verbal expression might not be so easy, as you might lack confidence, and things could get rather foggy. Look out for being deceived, or a false situation.

Sun square Jupiter: builds for 1-2 days > (peaks 18:19) > fades for 1-2 days

With the purposeful Sun making a noticable alignment to opportunities Jupiter, you’ll likely notice the energy to expand and take opportunities, with no task too small. You might feel generous or extravagant, and optimism is to be expected. The energy is best used, by applying a certain amount of restraint to anything that looks lucky – that way you’ll make the most of it, without over-exaggeration, or overblowing what’s possible.

3 March 2025

Mercury enters Aries (09:05 until 30 March)

Mercury is the planet of ideas, decisions and communications, with its entry into Aries the pioneering and sometimes pushy sign of the Ram, then its time to speak directly, and get on with any plans. Mercury in Aries grants action based thinking and there’ll be a strong sense of moving forward, coupled with enthusiasm.

Take note to avoid rashness, hurrying, nervousness, or mental overwork.

Moon enters Taurus (10:10 for 2 days)

Whenever the Moon is in Taurus, it is called ‘exalted’: like a honoured guest in its best friend’s palace. So, the general mood can circulate around the enjoyment of life and the appreciation of all good things. As the Moon in Taurus receives input it generates a sense of constancy, “I’ll be there for you” type of a feeling. So potentially in the world around you’ll see things that help you be steadfast and firm. Take time to observe the beautiful, and relax into the senses.

Moon in tension with Pluto 13:30 > 17:30

As Pluto is new into Aquarius still, then its still establishing its dominance in that sign. You might like to intuitively scan your responses in these hours for signs of extreme feeling; take note of any emotional upheaval, and the causes for it. Look out for jealousy either from your own thinking, or expressed by others. Knowing this is a sensitive time, it might be a good idea to avoid making personal insults to anyone within your sphere.

4 March 2025

Moon aligns with Sun 07:30 > 11:00

This is a good few hours for enjoying a harmonious balance, and experiencing good vitality. When the moon and the sun work together well, you can unite the conscious with the unconscious, so potentially, a good time to focus on better understanding yourself. Overall, this is the sort of alignment where you can easily get along with people, especially family.

Moon aligns with Mars 13:30 > 17:30

Mars is the planet of the go-getter, currently in the super sensitive sign of Cancer the crab, thus potentially leading to a scene in which ones willpower is intensified by feelings. Look out for the person who effectively uses a forceful and purposeful nature to acheive an aim. Could that be you, even? Overall, a good time to make sure you are sincere, and honest, as ‘honesty is the best policy.’

Moon aligns with Saturn 19:30 > 23:30

As Saturn is the planet of sober realism, then whenever it aligns to the moon, it tends bring about self-control. There might be someone whom you have a sense of duty for, to show care or consideration for. Overall when the moon meets saturn then its time for some deep thinking, which actually can be done in a quiet time, or by being alone for a short while, so that your clarity becomes crystal clear.

5 March 2025

Mercury in harmony with Pluto on 4-5-6 March peaks today 1pm

You may have noticed good powers of observation on the increase. Look out for the person who has mastered the art of persuasion or suggestion, or maybe you can learn or use that skill yourself today? Theres a hidden subtlety to most all interactions, look for the deeper answers, but do remember to maintain diplomacy.

Moon enters Gemini (12:30 for 2 days)

As the moon enters Gemini our vivid powers of expression take off, see how people use their hands more! You might also notice changeable moods and the ups and downs of a day becoming more obvious. One of the best things about Moon in Gemini is the sociable frame of mind that it tends to put people into. If you look for a gathering or a meeting of minds, they’ll be one just around the corner. Whatever situation you experience over the next couple of days, keeping it light is the best way to go.

Moon harmonises with Mercury & Pluto together 12:30 > 19:30

This is the perfect time to find the power to speak with heart and soul; be convincing, apply plenty of zeal, explain your far-reaching plans. All the planets in pisces will make for some profound imaginative ideas.

6 March 2025

Moon meets Jupiter 08:00 > 12:30

Start the day with some good feelings, tune into your generosity and readiness to help others. It’s a good day to understand your business ability; talk to the people you feel can help you expand into opportunities. Look for providence, it might be someone who comes to you. It’s the sort of day where feelings of happiness are in plenty, and you might desire social meetings.

First Quarter Moon phase. starts at 16:30, lasts 2 days

The general atmosphere becomes more energetic, dynamic, and expressive.. to make changes.. People get vigorous and enterprising around their need to adapt to a situation, there might be a focus on quick progress and tangible achievements.

7 March 2025

Sun in harmony with Mars on 6-7-8 March peaks tonight after midnight

The Sun in watery Pisces has been lining up with watery Mars in Cancer, and so theres an emotional desire to exercise one’s power. Take note at how your endeavours and ambitions have been enhanced, and with luck on your side, you’ve got some advancement in life through effort. This is a very good time to overcome any difficulties and make some personal victories or extraordinary achievements in your life.

Moon enters Cancer the Crab (at 16:30 and lasts 2 days)

The Moon entering Cancer is like going to her favourite place, where her nature is most nurtured. Spot the rise of affectionate nature; being at home should feel particularly good right now. This is a very good time to address family matters and deal with domestic needs. Emotions are enhanced, and one might feel rather impressionable; its a good time to express your sympathy to any situation that requires it.

8 March 2025

Moon aligns to Venus 08:00 > 12 noon

This is a good time to get to know people, be sociable and friendly, and see what happens. Generally speaking, there’ll be good affections around, so be supportive, but be sure not to limit anyone’s freedom or be at all possessive about anything.

Moon meets Mars and then the Sun from 22:00 > peaks after midnight

As the evening gets late, avoid hastiness or impulsivity. Instead, find the inner balance within oneself so by the end of the day, you get glimmers of the best part of a harmonious relationship.

I will be presenting an online lecture to the VAA (Victorian Astrologers Association in Melbourne, Australia) on Saturday 15th March, at 2pm AEST.