february notes
artwork by walter t. crane
february starts out as another quite earthy month, with one big difference: pluto has moved into aquarius, bringing us into a new astrological age. we might be feeling a little wobbly, ungrounded or disconnected maybe. this feeling will pass and we will find our feet again, but it doesn't hurt to take a moment to breathe. when mercury forms a conjunction to pluto around the 6th, research is our friend. whether that's 'actual' academic research or gathering data for work, or on a deeper, more personal level, analysing our own thoughts and feelings. the moon will form a conjunction to pluto too, around the 8th. we might be craving emotional control and intimacy right now. again, it's a good time to reflect; our gut instinct is usually right, but now isn't the time to trust blindly. take a moment to examine what's going on to make you feel the way you do.
when the moon forms a conjunction to neptune in ephemeral pisces on the 12th, we might feel sensitive, or like there's something we can't quite reach. it's okay to take a moment to recover from the stress, to reflect on your findings over the last couple of weeks. mars enters the 'anaretic' degree of capricorn today too, so it might be worth taking a look back over the last few weeks and reflecting on what has happened for you during mars' journey through capricorn, as the anaretic degree often represents the end of a cycle. mars will soon after enter aquarius and form a conjunction to pluto, leaving tension running high for a moment. it's a time of sharp senses and mental fortitude, but conflict can run deep during this transit, so here's a gentle reminder to stay calm and focus on your goals and wellbeing. on the 16th, venus moves into aquarius, joining mars and pluto in a triple conjunction. this is a powerful aspect, bringing the potential for great ideas, beautiful conversations and meaningful connections with loved ones.
on the 20th, the sun ingresses into pisces, bringing us a step closer to spring. it's time to focus on 'tying up' any loose ends, as we move towards the start of the new astrological year. pisces season is a great time to embrace your kindness and sensitivity, engage with community and creative projects, and find time to rest and recuperate. the full moon in virgo hits us on the 24th, with mercury ingressing into pisces to join the sun. this full moon is calling us to find some balance in our days. are you feeling burnt out? finding it hard to manage your commitments? now is the time to take a moment to recharge and recollect yourself and your priorities, internal and external, before heading back out there. the daily grind doesn't always have to be a grind.
the month ends with a triple conjunction of the sun, mercury and saturn in pisces dominating, and the moon in delicate libra. while you might find things a struggle right now - whether due to stress, unhelpful thought patterns, or unresolved emotional wounds - but there are small moments of beauty in the world, and it is possible to hold onto those tiny, not-so-tiny, beautiful things, even alongside the hurt. nothing stays the same forever, and spring is on its way now. be kind to yourself, and have patience for better days.
