by Astrologer and Psychic, Victoria Bearden
March brings in more powerful changes as fateful 2020 unfolds. Let the games begin! Mercury, the planet of communication, will be retrograde until March 9, 2020, turning direct on the day of a potentially confusing Full Moon in Virgo. Spring Equinox comes in on March 19, 2020, bringing in a chance for new beginnings. Mars in Capricorn lines up with Pluto and Saturn towards the end of the month, intensifying existing power struggles and contests. Suffice it to say, there’s a lot going on this month, so put plenty of effort into staying grounded and planning ahead.
Saturn and Pluto update! A lot has been said about this monumental planetary pairing, and much of it has made people anxious. Truth be told, when these planets get together karmic challenges abound. It’s a conjunction that happens once every 34 years, and when it does there are major political and economic shifts and problems. It is a time when old foundations will be challenged and even destroyed in some cases. New trends arise out of necessity, hardship, and loss. The distribution of wealth, power, and resources can be significantly altered. Since 2020 began with an exact conjunction of these two titanic forces, the stage is being set for major transformation this year, both personally and globally. Events that have been set in motion during the last couple of years are hitting their peak now and will have an impact for years to come. During these heavy times we are called upon to connect to our core principles and stand up for that which is for our higher good, and the good of all. Keep things in perspective. We’ll get through this. Collectively, we humans seem to have to learn things the hard way much of the time. Let’s just make sure we’re learning something. Affirm positivity.
Saturn will begin to pull away from Pluto as 2020 progresses, which will ease some of the tension. This will give us a chance to come up with solutions to problems that have arisen over the last couple of years. Saturn leaves Capricorn and enters Aquarius on March 21, 2020. This is definitely a turning point and will help us get out of the gridlock and overwhelm that many have been experiencing. Saturn in airy Aquarius could encourage a movement towards breaking free of old patterns. Perhaps Saturn’s entry into Aquarius could symbolize the rise of leaders who will challenge authoritarian forces that have taken root in the governments of many countries. Unprecedented events may serve as a call to action for those who have been complacent until now. Buckle up, it’s going to be an interesting year.
Mercury goes Direct on March 9, 2020. Mercury will change direction in late Aquarius to start moving forward again, retracing its journey through the sign of Pisces. It may feel confusing and unpredictable during this week, so keep your wits about you. Many things that may have gotten messed up over the past few weeks can be solved now, and new projects will have a great chance of starting up without a hitch.
There’s a Full Moon at 19° Virgo on March 9, 2020 at 10:48 am PDT. This one is a doozy, with the Moon opposite the Pisces Sun and mysterious trickster Neptune. The Moon in Virgo symbolizes our inner need for order and the desire to fix and heal that which is broken. The Sun/Neptune opposition to this Full Moon makes it hard to gain clarity and separate fact from fiction. Since Pisces and Virgo are related to personal and public health, there will most likely be big developments regarding the Coronavirus on the days around this full moon. Venus will align with Uranus in Taurus, creating a great emotional and creative surge. And Mercury turning direct is going to put an unusual spin on the whole event. At times like these when planetary forces are strong and surly, connect to things that represent stability and the earth. Spend time in nature and do a little tree hugging if you are feeling a bit dazed. Affirmations and magic related to healing, intuition, and creativity will be potent during this moon cycle.
Spring Equinox occurs on March 19, 2020 at 8:50 pm PDT. The Sun enters fire sign Aries and the day and night are of equal length. It symbolizes birth and opportunities. Pagans welcome in this cycle by paying homage to the Ostara (Easter), the Goddess of fertility, the dawn, budding plants, and baby creatures. Her symbols are the rabbit and the egg. Sound familiar? In ancient traditions it is time to clear out the old vibrations in your home and bring new spiritual energy into your space. This is where the custom of “spring cleaning” originated. Sacred rituals will be performed all over the world on this day, so join in if you are so inclined. The group energy will be spectacular and can be channeled towards positivity. This is the perfect time for affirmations and magic related to fertility, strength, and new beginnings.
There’s a New Moon at 04° Aries on March 24, 2020 at 2:28 am PDT. New Moons wipe the slate clean and clear the way to a new buildup of energy. It is a time of quiet power when your internal sense of knowing can be amplified and charged up. Meditation and other empowering spiritual practices are highly recommended on the dark of the moon. Aries represents courage and self-determination. Activate your inner warrior.
Mars, Pluto, and Jupiter will line up in Capricorn just before the New Moon. This is a super-charged combination that could be used for projects and tasks that will require enormous effort or fearlessness. It will also rile a lot of people up, so keep that in mind and choose your battles.
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