A combination of emotion and sensitivity—along with insights and sharing information—describes the planetary energies affecting us. What began last week spills into this one as we continue to share information and become more sensitive to others. For example, the 49th annual commemoration of Tibetan National Uprising Day on March 10th has grown violent. The Dalai Lama has threatened to resign if Tibetans do not stop their violence against the Chinese in Lhasa. He says he is committed to restraint and nonviolence.
March 13th was the 5th anniversary of the Iraq war. The media has been airing stories about the war and its effect on the lives of the Iraqi people. As the reporting of the war becomes more direct and open, we’re allowed to see and hear the perspectives of others. The sensitivity that is emerging enables us to feel more compassionate and connected to humanity.
The opportunity to begin healing an old wound or an issue from the past is presented to us this week. Sometimes it occurs through a re-wounding event which acts as a catalyst. A desire for “something more” or better is felt along with a sense of possibility. Use of creativity and intelligence—rather than force—is the theme of the planetary energies available now. It is up to us, however, to notice it and seize the opportunity. If not used, it will pass us by.
This is a time to be open to new possibilities, as the current planetary energies allow us to view situations from many different perspectives. Listening to others, as well as making ourselves heard, is necessary. The energies this week give us strength and the ability to be direct, while sensitive to the other side. This combination lasts through Friday. Communication is the key.
By Thursday Mercury aspects both Jupiter and Uranus, bring both insight and intuition together with a desire to socialize. This is excellent for problem solving. The weekend will feel very different. The cooperative spirit leaves and our own desires will dominate.
Monday, March 24
Moon in Scorpio
Mercury and Venus conjoin in Pisces
Your sensitivities are heightened and you will be feeling everything around you very acutely today. Emotions can dominate the intellect. People may be more understanding as a sense of connection—or compassion—pervades. You may express your feelings to those close to you and want to talk. Feeling sentimental or emotional, if you go to see a movie, you may find yourself weepy. Take some tissues! Empathy with what others are feeling or going through can be emotionally overwhelming.
Tuesday, March 25
Moon sextiles Jupiter
Moon trines Uranus
Start a creative project, express yourself and nurture an idea. You could act impulsively and crave something other than routine.
Something unexpected could occur today which could change your plans. Rather than having expectations, just go with the flow and allow for a departure from the routine of our daily life. Seek out new people or places. They can stimulate and inspire you. Express what is in your heart. If you are dealing with groups of people you may champion a change or new ideas.
This is a time of release. Something or someone you committed to in the past that no longer allows you to do what you need, should be let go. This could also be an idea or ideal. You may just want to close yourself off and stay in your own mindset but this could hinder the process. Let go of attachment to HOW things need to occur. Feelings could be hurt easily and there is a tendency to not want to answer to anyone, so use moderation. Make a commitment to healing an old issue and move towards real, fundamental change now in your life.
Wednesday, March 26
Moon moves into Sagittarius
The Moon enters Sagittarius this morning at 8:11 am, which gives a need to explore your own ideas or interests. You won’t like feeling restricted or overburdened today, and attention to detail will be difficult.
It’s a great day to get together with others and share something you are enthusiastic about. A change of scenery or some fresh stimulus will do you good and expands your perspective.
Thursday, March 27
Mercury, Venus and Uranus all conjoin and sextile Jupiter
There are a number of aspects today which could indicate that something big happens. This could be a good omen or a bad omen. Either way the stage is set for an event in the middle of this week. There is a release of something that has been in a holding pattern. If you made a commitment to something such as wanting to heal or mend an issue in your life, then this may be the time that the energy flows which makes it happen. Remember that often deep healing requires a detoxification process. This is when all the nasty stuff is released and eliminated in one large wave, so things may get worse BEFORE they get better. Hang in there. Don’t give up. Healing energy is on tap and wants to occur, so allow it even if it is uncomfortable. The end result is beneficial.
Friday, March 28
Jupiter sextiles Uranus
Early this morning write your dreams in your journal, meditate and enjoy an altered state of consciousness. Perhaps a creative idea inspires you. Yesterday the emphasis was on Mercury; the mind. Today it is on Venus; relationships, socializing and/or money. You could experience a windfall or a loss in either of these two areas of your life. Spending money on costly purchases is also possible today. You could benefit from an investment you made which could come in suddenly, especially foreign. Optimism runs high and self discipline runs low. A new relationship could begin under transit, or just meeting unusual, interesting people. Celebrations or social entertaining are usually successful today. A self indulgent feeling may be strong, a little discretion and moderation could be beneficial.
Saturday and Sunday, March 29 and 30
Moon opposes Mars
Sun square Mars
This is a great weekend to work energetically on existing projects. Be careful, however, after noon on Saturday through Sunday when stressful aspects from Mars could bring ego conflicts. You or someone in your life could be emotionally excitable and easily angered. Be wary of arguing just for the sake of arguing, but if you need to release pent up feelings then don’t keep it in. Be assertive if the situation calls for it and voice your complaints if legitimate. Your own needs will dominate through the weekend, and a desire to do things your way.
Current circumstances could be hostile and a challenge for you. If you consciously know what you want, you will be better prepared to handle the test. If you are in a situation where you are dependent upon others, you may have to contain your frustration. Your own energy will be high. Try to find an outlet for it. If used intentionally this energy can be positive and can help you accomplish much. If your energy is frustrated, accidents could occur. If you feel no assertive energy at all, it could mean you have suppressed it. In that case you may attract it through angry or difficult people or through illness such as a fever or flu.
Try to find a constructive outlet for your Mars energy and direct it into constructive goals. Find your passion. What gets you enthused? Act on it. Mars energy is assertive, and if you go after what you want then it can satisfy. Passion can be directed into something that is exhilarating and adventurous. Go for it.
