We are in the midst of some enormous shifts in human consciousness. This month may feel unsettled, and issues with AI, hackers, and government power plays may be on the headlines. Ultimately, there is an invitation for us to release old ways of doing things, personally and globally, and to develop new and improved methods. Change is always uncomfortable, so find your favorite ways to nurture yourself, to regulate your nervous system, and find peace. Use them a lot to navigate the growing pains.
A word about Valentine’s day. Based on the themes of the planets, this may not be the most romantic mushy time for relationships. That’s ok! Folks may need a little more space or seem a little distant. Knowing this ahead of time can help us to manage our expectations and still have a lovely time. If you are in a relationship, finding something new and unusual might be an excellent date night. If you are single, the planets are aligned in your favor for taking yourself out on the town, or treating yourself to your favorite things. Date yourself and enjoy your freedom. Group events with friends are supported for the single and the partnered.
Luminaries:
Feb 9th at 2:58 pm PT is our New Moon at 20° Aquarius. Think of this as an ultimate reset. Think outside the box. Revisit your future goals and make sure they are still authentically aligned for you.
The Sun enters watery and compassionate Pisces on Feb 18 at 8:14 pm PT. This may feel like a soothing balm to some fried nerves. Spiritual practices and art flourish in the sign of Pisces.
Our Full Moon at 5° Virgo lands on Feb 24 at 4:31am. Virgo is grounded, practical and a problem solver. Let the moon shine on the things in your life you want to keep putting energy into, and release the rest.
Planetaries:
Mercury, the planet of curiosity, enters revolutionary Aquarius Feb 4. New ideas are imminent.
Passionate Mars enters rebellious Aquarius Feb 12. I recommend taking a few extra breaths or days before torching down the establishment.
Relational Venus enters free thinking Aquarius Feb 16. Folks will likely seek out more space and alone time than usual. Give it to them. Including yourself.
Venus conjoins Pluto at 0° Aquarius Feb 17 and then Mars at 6° Aquarius on Feb 21. Wounds around relationships and resources will come to the surface to be healed. We will have the opportunity to face them with courage, or act completely awful to folks, letting our tempers hurt people. You choose which.
Thoughtful Mercury enters Imaginative Pisces Feb 22, an excellent time for poetry and storytelling. Also a good time for apologies in case you acted a fool under pressure.
Mercury, Sun and Saturn conjoin at 9° Pisces on Feb 27/Feb 28. There is an opportunity to renew your vision with vitality and new information. Revamp your great work.
♈ Aries March 21-April 20
Your passion for your career has been on the forefront lately, and you’ve been making practical decisions and alliances. On the 12th your attention shifts gears towards long term goals and visions, thinking outside the box, and making alliances and networks. There is a shadow that must be faced, are your long term goals authentic to your true desires? Are they sustainable for everyone involved?
New Moon: Get your quirkiest friends together and do a long term planning brainstorm. Let your wildest ideas have room for consideration.
Full Moon: The daily habits you need to develop to accomplish your dreams are illuminated. Release the responsibilities that don’t serve a purpose.
♉ Taurus April 21-May 21
The first half of the month is an excellent time for strategy, with an ability to see a broad perspective. How can you turn your beliefs and sense of purpose into something tangible? On the 16th things shift in an intensely electrifying way, your career is highlighted, and you are asked to face some uncomfortable collective issues. Is your work in the public eye aligned with your truest self?
New Moon: How can you bring a new sense of authenticity and vitality to your career? New ideas and plot twists are encouraged.
Full Moon: Dedicate this moon to your creative endeavors. Particularly the ones that engage your craftsmanship and skill.
♊ Gemini May 22 – June 20
After a month of review and practical sensibility, it’s time to let your thoughts and ideas run free. From the 4th to 22nd, tell us your stories from faraway travels, give your zaniest ideas a voice, engage in thought exercises that are really “out there”. This type of mental freedom is medicine for you. Feb 22 your ideas and thoughts shift to becoming a chameleon to charm the public, but things take a serious tone on the 27th. It will be short, but important.
New Moon: Travel somewhere new, by plane, book, or new people. Commit to learn a new technological skill, or perhaps an astrology class!
Full Moon: Of all the full moons, this one is the quietest for you. Reorganize your home, spend time with family, declutter what no longer serves.
♋ Cancer June 21 – July 21
The 6th and 7th are focused on your committed relationships (romantic, platonic, business, or even clients/counselors). Ask for what you need. The 8th may bring confrontational or disturbing messages and conversations. There are things that must be addressed in order to heal. Feb 13 encourages you to take up space unapologetically in the public sphere. You deserve to be seen as much as anyone else. Feb 15 brings a fortuitous surprise within yoru community circles.
New Moon: Let hope into the dark places. Avoid unhealthy emotional detachment. Feed your curiosity, even about taboo subjects.
Full Moon: Communication and education is highlighted. Writing, studying, and storytelling are excellent ways to spend the evening. Feed your voice.
♌ Leo July 22 – Aug 22
There is a tremendous emphasis on your relationships this month. There is some potent shadow work to face in the theme of how much approval you need from others, and how you might find more peace in your own skin. Important messages from trusted friends and partners should be listened to and related to. Spend time to work through issues with loved ones. The 18th brings a focus on subconscious material and perhaps some darker fantasy. When your imagination wanders, where does it go? You can learn a lot about yourself here.
New Moon: A night for love, romantic or platonic. Do something new or unconventional together.
Full Moon: Manage your resources, take stock of your skills. Don’t let perfectionism cripple your self-confidence. Focus on what you do have.
♍ Virgo Aug 23 – Sept 22
You thrive on your habits, routines, responsibilities, and tending to your health. That is highlighted for you this month in a big way. Are your duties and responsibilities authentic to you? Are you spending your meticulous energy and 10,000 hours of practice/study on the things that light your heart on fire? Do you feel satisfied that your devotion is making the world a better place somehow? Or have you chained yourself to boredom and a victim mentality of duty? Now is the time to set things right if an adjustment is needed.
New Moon: See above. What would a course correction look like? It’s ok to go against the grain.
Full Moon: Virgos are undercover heroes that make the world go round. Shine. Spend the day on you. Don’t let anyone steal your thunder, but definitely let them appreciate you.
♎ Libra Sept 23 – Oct 22
Your home life has your attention. Beautify your space, tend to the relationships of the people you live with. Make your home a sanctuary that feels like an anchor in the storm. It will serve you well as things take a bit of a wild shift on the 16th. Feb 16-20 asks you to face some big karma. Perhaps you have things to make right with your kids. Perhaps it’s time to finally stop engaging in toxic flings. Maybe you need to process some serious pain and angst through some dark art. There is an invitation to level up if you work through the shadow. From the 20th-28th your passions are full steam ahead and you may present a little spicier than folks are used to. Express yourself, it’s healthy. But do watch out for a hot temper.
New Moon: A night for creativity. What art wants to come out of you? What if you let it get a little weird? Might be surprisingly delightful. I want to see. For reals, send me some weird art!
Full Moon: Revel in the beauty of the Divine. Spend time with your spiritual practices. Tend to your mental health care.
♏ Scorpio Oct 23 – Nov 22
The month starts off with you thinking practically and strategically about relationships. Grounded communication is key. Meanwhile, a new and long lasting theme has begun in your psychology. You, who love transformation and confronting shadow material, are about to undergo a metamorphosis. Suppressed material begins to surface, asking for healing. This may mark the beginning of you putting an end to generational curses. Issues with ancestors, the folks who raised you, and your roots (or lack of them) come bubbling up to be processed.
New Moon: Sit in meditation and ask yourself, “What does my healing journey look like? Where can I begin?”
Full Moon: Spend time in service to or with your community. Your long term goals are illuminated, release what no longer serves.
♐ Sagittarius Nov 23 – Dec 21
Your health improves. Develop daily habits and rituals that support creating the world you want to live in. You love your freedom, but a foundation to launch from and return to is a fortunate resource. There are big changes coming for you in April. Embrace the steadiness now to prepare for your big adventure.
New Moon: Ideas, communication, writing. Let it all flow, wherever it may. Any “aha!” moments during this new moon are worth pursuing.
Full Moon: Your work in the world shines. Take pride in what you have built.
♑ Capricorn Dec 22 – Jan 20
The month starts off with you shining as a leader, as if you have all the charm in the world. This month also offers a superpower to manifest your ideas. You’ve been dreaming big, and it is starting to take shape. Feb 26-29 brings insights, ideas, and conversations that support your big picture. This is an excellent window to schedule business meetings, or pitch your strategies and ideas to others.
New Moon: Financial planning and potential new skill development are supported. What do you need to take the next step?
Full Moon: Let the moonlight shine on a new perspective. What do you need to learn? Where do you need help outside of your circle?
♒ Aquarius Jan. 21 – Feb 19
Did you feel that cosmic earthquake? You are the epicenter. Your world may feel like total chaos right now, so find some time to ground. This month, there is a lot of focus on what you stand for, your leadership skills, and your ability to make decisions.. It’s as if the world is looking at you for answers, but you were more comfortable when they looked at you like a quirky outsider. Will you be the genius, the revolutionary, or the madman? Time to make choices.
New Moon: Who are you? Who do you want to be? What energies do you want to feed for the year to come? These are the questions of the evening.
Full Moon: Find earthy ways to ground, to release. What parts of yourself do you want to shed, and what parts do you want to keep?
♓ Pisces Feb 20 – March 20
Feb 3rd-15th is an excellent time to get your network on board with your vision. Make alliances with the folks who can help you manifest the dream. There may be some miscommunication or details to work out with clarity on the 10th, so be sure you can articulate what the vision is. Feb 23-28 has a sense of spiritual connection in relationship clashing with the desire to communicate in a grounded way. You can have both, just take the time to work it out.
New Moon: Your dreams bring new messages and hope for the future. Write them down.
Full Moon: Spend time on your closest relationships. Share your ideas and your world with them.
