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escape into a good book or movie. After Mercury turns direct on Vernal Equinox (March 20), we could be feeling greater momentum and clarity as we enter Aries season. (4/4)

connecting to Earth energy, Virgo being an Earth sign. If the weather permits, take a walk in nature, do some gardening, work with your hands. If it's too cold outside, make a soup or stew that includes lots of root vegetables. Be kind to yourself: eat good food, get enough rest, (3/4)

which just turned retrograde on February 25th. So pay extra attention to how you are communicating, as well as technology. The energies this week may feel ungrounded, chaotic, and confusing. If you find this is the case for you, perhaps spend some time (2/4)

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The March Full Moon, March 3rd at 3:38 a.m. (PST)/6:38 a.m. (EST) is a Full Moon Eclipse, in the sign of Virgo. The Moon opposes the Sun in Pisces. This is a South Node eclipse, so there may be some looking back at the past. In conjunction to the Sun is Mercury in Pisces, (1/4)

We have no idea what will happen next, but we can get through it together. Love is stronger than hate. (4/4)

Hold on to your vision of how you would like the future to be, and see where you can be part of that. Stand in your power, feeling the earth beneath your feet while reaching to the sky! Check in on your community. (3/4)

Also, this is a North Node eclipse, which tends to look forward, rather than look back over the past. Putting this all together: work to stay grounded and centered as much as possible. Pay attention to what is going on around you. Stay true to yourself, and your values and ethics. (2/4)

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Stand Up and Reach Out

The New Moon in Aquarius occurs Tuesday, February 17, at 4:01 a.m. (PST)/7:01 a.m. (EST). This is also a Solar Eclipse. Eclipses tend to amplify and speed up change. Add in Uranus in square aspect to Sun and Moon, and this is a time where things could shift abruptly. (1/4)

In doing so, others will feel inspired to reveal theirs. (6/6)

Neptune operates more in the imaginal and spirit realms. We are witnessing the courage and compassion of so many around us. They are Lights in the darkness of fear. So, shine your light. Do not be afraid to reveal your shining self for others to see. (5/6)

With the multitude of planets in Aquarius, be aware of the needs in your community. Big astro news last week was Neptune moving into Aries. Aries is the sign of the individual, as well as the qualities of courage, independence, and initiative. (4/6)

These slow-moving, heavy-hitting planets are working together harmoniously to show us a new way to proceed as the outworn crumbles around us. Yes, times are changing! We need to listen to our intuition, our deep, inner knowing, to learn the truth. (3/6)

whereas Aquarius is more group-oriented, as well as objective and more impersonal in thinking. This lunation will find us expressing our needs, while being aware of and sensitive to the needs of others. Pluto is in sextile aspect to both Uranus and Neptune. (2/6)

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Shine Your Light in Darkness

This month's Full Moon in Leo is exact on Sunday, February 1, at 2:09 p.m. PST/5:09 p.m. EST. The Moon is opposite five planets in Aquarius: Mars, Pluto, Sun, Venus, and Mercury. Leo is heart-centered; it is also self-love and self-expression, (1/6)

We continue to be in a time where stillness within is needed. So, get grounded and centered, and pay attention to what is going on around you. And remember, you are not alone. (5/5)

but also how to work through those wounds and integrate the lessons into our whole selves. In Aries, it's about finding courage to stand in your truth and your power. If we can do this while being mindful in our relationships, we may be surprised at what can be accomplished. (4/5)

Take care of yourself, and join with others as we move through these times. Ask for help if you need it. The planets in Capricorn are also square Chiron in Aries. Chiron's placement shows us where we are wounded, (3/5)

Venus moves into Aquarius on January 17, Mercury on January 20, and Mars on January 23. With all the chaotic changes taking place, this is the time to let go of whatever holds you back, especially fear. It's a scary time indeed--the shadows of our country are being revealed. (2/5)

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Stillness Within, Paying Attention

This is a potent New Moon in Capricorn, exact Sunday, January 18, at 11:52 a.m. PST/2:52 p.m. EST. Moon, Sun, Mercury, and Mars are all together at the end of Capricorn, poised to meet up with Pluto in early Aquarius. (1/5)

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We have a class open to the public tomorrow! Feeding the Deep Hungers: Being and Doing, on Sunday January 11th, at 9am Pacific! For more information and to register, go here: www.morningstarmysteryschool.com/classes/feed...

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Public class coming up: Feeding the Deep Hungers: Being and Doing, on Sunday January 11th, at 9am Pacific! For more information and to register, go here: www.morningstarmysteryschool.com/classes/feed...

Venus and Sun also support creativity and goal-setting here. Mercury just moved into Capricorn as well, helping us ground our ideas. Once the intensity of the Full Moon passes, it will be easier to see your path into the new year. (5/5)

this is a good time to work on projects. Earth signs like embodiment and manifestation, so creative projects, journaling, going for a long walk, talking with a good friend or therapist, are some good ways to work out the emotions that are coming through. (4/5)

and you can call out to your ancestors or spiritual guardians for assistance. Opposite to the Moon are Sun, Venus, and Mars in Capricorn. Mars is considered exalted in Capricorn, an earth sign. Capricorn is ambitious, goal-oriented, and pragmatic, and with Mars' orientation toward action, (3/5)

and the Moon is a Supermoon (Moon being closest to the Earth). Jupiter is close to the Full Moon as well, and Jupiter magnifies whatever it touches. This is an excellent time to pay attention to your dreams, and to notice emotions as they come up. Jupiter is a beneficial presence here, (2/5)

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Feeling Your Dreams, Find the Path Forward

Full Moon in Cancer, exact on Saturday, January 3rd at 2:02am (Pacific)/5:02am (Eastern), brings emotions to the surface. The sign Cancer is ruled by the Moon. In addition, the Earth is at perihelion (closest the Sun), (1/5)

By March-April, you will probably feel like making those dreams real. So, be patient for a little while longer. The light will return. Happy Solstice! (5/5)

At this New Moon, Sun and Moon are squared by Saturn and Neptune. Neptune also likes to dream big, yet Saturn draws boundaries and urges pragmatism. This New Moon is a good time to dream big about what you want to accomplish in 2026. (4/5)

The New Moon in Sagittarius, December 19 at 5:43 p.m. (Pacific), occurs just before Winter Solstice. The Sun and Moon come together at the end of the sign at 28 degrees. Sagittarius likes adventure, exploring new ideas and philosophies, following the dream. (3/5)

If it feels like something has ended, these planets affirm just that. We are beginning a new, larger cycle. How that will look is unknown, but we can all contribute our visions, energy, and plans for a more positive outcome. (2/5)