Retrograde in, retrograde out?
The first retrograde is harmonizer Venus, which will backspin from March 1 to April 12.
A couple of weeks later, communication planet Mercury joins the retrograde brigade, about-facing until April 7.
Both planets will split their OOO flips between Aries and Pisces.
People could go from overly aggressive to stunningly passive (more like evasive) in the coming weeks.
Mid-month also ushers in the first eclipse, a total lunar (full moon) edition in Virgo.
(We won’t miss those eclipses around here.)
(For casting astrology charts, this is especially pertinent!)
Arguments can flare between lovers and friends while Venus backs up through combative Aries this month.
As the gloves come off, do your best not to burn an important bridge to the ground.
Thankfully, Venus turns retrograde only every 18 months, but this time may be especially feisty.
Nostalgia is the magic elixir.
In autonomousAriesand solitaryPisces, taking time for independent activities that fuel self-love can also restore equilibrium in relationships.
While this may turn up some harsh realities, have a go at adopt a better-safe-than-sorry approach.
Knowing where your weak points lie can be useful data.
Before things spiral out any further, lean into these meticulous moonbeams and straighten up your act.
General rule: As you implement new routines, make a run at keep them simple and manageable.
Lean into technology for support with anything that truly is complicated.
Is there an app for that?
The first Mercury retrograde of 2025 begins March 15
Brace for impact!
Tempers will flare as words fly without thought.
Go easy on the smack-talking, and be careful not to start any needless rivalries.
Aries inspires quick action, but retrogrades demand caution.
It may be necessary to pump the brakes on projects that require a more aggressive approach.
Fine-tune personal goals and actions, ensuring they truly align with your ambitions.
Patience and precision are your allies now, so adjust your sails accordingly.
Aries season & the spring equinox begin March 20
Happy Astrological New Year!
Don’t think twice: Grab a jacket and get outside for springtime bike rides or pickleball dates.
Dial up the excitement in your life and love affairs by pushing the envelope a little.
Tis the season for artfully mismatched patterns and shameless PDA.
But keep a steady hand: Aries' fiery spirit can ignite people’s competitive and self-centered sides.
With both Mercury and Venus retrograde in Aries this cycle, navigating this Aries season comes with its challenges.
That’s not all!
This new moon sits at a friendly angle to expansive Jupiter and powerhouse Pluto.
Efforts you initiate now could send you soaring onto the global stage and attract VIP-level support.
(Just see to it you set up a safety net.)
This is a rare opportunity to harness this blazing energy and shape your future.
Neptune switches signs March 30 (first time since 2011)
Realm shift!
What on Earth could be next?
This is a huge deal!
Neptune is the planet of compassion, while Aries is on a nonstop combat mission.
Read the full January 2025 horoscope for your zodiac sign here.