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The Sun In Pisces Brings Spiritual Renewal
THE SUN ENTERED THE MUTABLE WATER SIGN of Pisces on
February 18, ushering in the last of the winter season at the end of
the "Astrological Year". Like the vast oceans, Pisces has
depth, with much hidden beneath the surface. This receptive, sensitive,
psychic, and artistically inclined sign can move us to great heights
of spiritual realization, or depths of despair in its continual search
for meaning. People born with the sun, moon, or rising sign in Pisces
are extremely sensitive and changeable, with quickly shifting moods
that can either lead to escapism or open the door to artistic and spiritual
inspiration. Pisces people are here to live a life of surrender to a
higher source, to follow divine guidance, and to find creative ways
to bring the sublime to earth. While the sun is in Pisces, we can all
benefit the most from creating time for a "retreat", quiet
time that allows us to contemplate our lives, see the big picture, and
tune in to our Higher Selves.
Last Month's Lunar Eclipse Calls For
Discernment In Our Thinking and Communication
We
begin the month of March still "digesting" the powerful
event from last February 20, when we had a near-total Lunar Eclipse
that brought, and may continue to bring for the next three months, significant
changes into our lives. Occurring in the sign of Virgo, the lunar eclipse
brought to our attention an area of our lives that needs improvement
or refinement. This eclipse was particularly impactful as it aligned
with the planet responsible for our most difficult lessons, Saturn,
in Virgo. In the sign of critical perception, Saturn's lessons
have to do with where, when and how to apply critical analysis so that
it can do the most good; Virgo's imperative, after all, is to
bring improvement. If you look honestly at your life to see where you
may tend to non-productive and negative thinking, or where you may be
critical of yourself or others in your life, you will find the behaviors
that are in need of change. Ideally, we use this powerful eclipse energy
to become aware of what area of our lives need upgrading, and that often
implies a shift of perspective and a change of attitude.
Insights and Innovative Ideas Abound In Early March
On
March 7, we have a new moon in Pisces that stimulates the changes we
previously realized we needed to make and nudges us into action. The
new moon is joined by the planet of radical change, Uranus, bringing
through a sudden blast of insight, innovative ideas, and big-picture
solutions. The expansive planet, Jupiter forms a favorable aspect that
brings positive vision to the "how-to" question of implementing
change. As we pointed out last month, Pluto, the planet of healing,
renewal and powerful transformation, has just entered Capricorn where
it begins its sixteen-year-long process of dismantling all the outdated
systems and structures in our society, with the purpose of creating
new ones that work better. Saturn in Virgo aligns favorably with Pluto
this month, bringing the possibility of healing to a world fighting
over energy, depleted in sprit, and short on love.
Significant Changes Are In the Wind
The
month begins with a fairly rare planetary configuration called by astrologers,
a "mystical rectangle" that involves the entire direction
of humanity in a healing cycle designed to bring improvement to our
daily lives. In addition to an 18-month-long imperative for all of us
to focus on the welfare of our world, several planets in the humanitarian
sign of Aquarius at the beginning of March focus our current attention
upon future possibilities for a better world. The planet of action,
Mars, forms a tense aspect that faces off with powerful Pluto to bring
a more acute awareness to our rather urgent need for positive change.
The drive for change is powered by our mutual desire for personal and
familial safety and security, a benefit that must be translated into
systems that support all, not just some, of humanity.
The Sun Enters Aries, Commencing a New, 12-Month Cycle
As
the sun completes its journey through Pisces, we come to the end of
the astrological year, hopefully gaining insight from the experiences
of the past, as well as new vision for our next year. On March 19, the
sun enters the first sign of the zodiac, Aries, marking the Spring Equinox
and bringing a fresh, new cycle of experience. A full moon follows on
March 21, bringing to light the energies surrounding the new cycle we
are about to enter with a "Grand Square" configuration involving
the sun, moon, Mars and Pluto. This powerful aspect with equally powerful
planets ignites a desire for change that will only be satisfied by true,
deep and lasting transformation of the way we have done things in the
past. We can no longer afford to be motivated by greed and fear, but
must step up to the higher frequencies of Love and Light in order to
solve the current world-wide problems that affect all human beings.
Let's use the powerful energies of the Spring Equinox to assist
us to step up to the highest within us. The question is, and always
has been, "What will I do personally to be a positive force in
the world today?"
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The lunar eclipse on February 20 stimulated improvements
in your daily routines and health habits, as well as the way you
go about your work in the world. This is underscored by the planet
of transformation, Pluto's entrance into your career arena,
helping you to get clear about what you are here in this life
to accomplish. The new moon on March 7 suggests some deeper soul-searching
in order to find your highest truth and fulfillment, and the full
moon in Libra on March 21 brings clarity that inspires you to
spring into action.
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As you emerge from the power of the February 20 lunar
eclipse, you will begin to see in the first week of March what
is necessary to change in your life, including your perspective,
beliefs and manner of communicating. This time in your life requires
that you be more disciplined, and perhaps work harder, but, following
the new moon on March 7, your goals become clear. The full moon
on March 21 highlights daily work and health routines that will
assist you to implement new goals.
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Last month's lunar eclipse brought changes
to your home and family life that you will continue integrating
this month. The new moon on March 7 highlights opportunities that
bring a renewed sense of enthusiasm for your work, and transformational
Pluto ignites the possibilities for finding or creating a mutually
beneficial business partnership. The March 21 full moon highlights
the expression of your creativity and creation of future plans.
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The powerful lunar eclipse in Virgo on the 20 of February
promoted more effective communication with loved ones and partners.
This improvement is a theme that is supported by Pluto's
recent entrance into Capricorn which highlights the relationship
area of your life, bringing deep changes for many years to come.
The new moon in Pisces on March 7 lights up your interest in philosophy,
spirituality and perhaps, travel, while Mars in your sign energizes
you to accomplish more than usual. Career options may be an area
of concern or discussion around the full moon on March 21.
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A lunar eclipse on February 20 inspired you to
make changes to your financial situation that may require more
work now, but will bring greater benefit for the future. On March
7, we have a new moon in Pisces that highlights mutually held
resources and intimate partnership dynamics with a positive aspect
from beneficial Jupiter, encouraging you to implement new ideas.
This is a great time to improve your health routines by implementing
new exercise and dietary regimens, as transformative Pluto in
Capricorn is now in the health and well-being area of your chart.
The full moon on March 21 brings educational, legal, literary,
or travel projects to the foreground.
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On February 20, we had a near-total lunar eclipse in
your sign, bringing the possibility of broad, seeping changes
into the way you currently manage your life. A new moon in Pisces
on March 7 highlights the partnership arena of your life, suggesting
a creative approach to changes that can be implemented with grace
if you are in alignment the significant people in your life. Transformative
Pluto, now in Capricorn, forms a tense aspect to Mars, suggesting
a necessary re-definition of long-term goals in the light of current
realities. On March 21, we have a full moon in Libra opposite
the sun in Aries, highlighting your finances and partnership goals.
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Last month's lunar eclipse may have propelled you
into some deeper questions about the nature of your life on the
grand scale of things. A new moon in Pisces on March 7 revitalizes
your health and fitness routines and perhaps inspires some positive
dietary changes. Having entered the home and family sector of
your chart, Pluto brings transformation to your family dynamics,
and touches deeply into the very foundation upon which you base
your life. The full moon in your sign on March 21 brings, along
with the spring season, a new sense of well-being and a feeling
of a fresh start.
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Saturn's sojourn through Virgo compels
you to give much attention to the attainment of your future
goals, and the lunar eclipse in Virgo on February 20 catalyzed
situations and people to assist with implementing new plans.
A new moon on March 7 highlights your creativity, sparking new
ideas and bringing expanded communications. The planet of transformation,
Pluto, empowers your communications, assisting you to aim clearly
for what you want. On March 21, we have a full moon in Libra
that encourages you to spend some time in meditation and with
improving your health.
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The lunar eclipse last month on February 20
brought energy for change that acted like a turning fork, drawing
new ideas in your work or career. A new moon in Pisces on March
7 suggests letting go of past concerns about your home and family
life to make room for the support and expansion now available
to you. Pluto, the planet of transformation has entered the
financial area of your chart, bringing a transformation of your
current values and empowering you to take bold steps to increase
your abundance. The light of the full moon in Libra on March
21 reveals new plans for your future.
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The big news for you continues to be Pluto's
entrance into your sign. A slow-moving planet of transformation,
Pluto begins its process of bringing to the surface any aspects
of your life that need healing; this month the emphasis will be
on relationships. Additionally, you are still integrating the
effects of last month's lunar eclipse by taking a deep look
at your philosophical and spiritual beliefs. Jupiter in your sign
brings expansion at the new moon on March 7 in the form of favorable
communications with that add innovative ideas to further your
goals, and the full moon on March 21 ignites your career and sense
of life-purpose.
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Last month's lunar eclipse on February 20 released
energy for a solution to a financial issue involving property
or mutually held assets. If the solution seems miraculous, that's
because it is; Pluto is currently bringing a transformation of
your experience of spirituality and your relationship to the sublime.
A new moon in Pisces on March 7 falls in the values and money
arena of your chart, raising your awareness of unseen forces working
on your behalf. A full moon in Libra on March 21 awakens your
desire for learning experiences that expand your horizons.
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The lunar eclipse in Virgo on February 20 brought
challenges in your love relationship or business partnerships
that required you to search for a win-win solution. Being clear
about your long-term goals helps you to identify the changes that
will be the most productive and conducive to a positive outcome
for everyone. The March 7 new moon in Pisces calls for the release
of old plans for your future and brings inspiration for new goals.
A full moon in Libra on March 21 highlights your financial condition
and may lead to new decisions regarding property or mutually held
assets.
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© Carola Eastwood, 2008 |
Carola
Eastwood is
a professional astrological consultant, counselor, and teacher with
over 22 years experience providing insight and guidance for clients
throughout the world. Carola has appeared on national TV, hosted radio
shows, spoken at national conventions, and presented classes and workshops
to numerous audiences.