The upcoming Eclipses in March, combined with Venus and Mercury retrograde in Aries,and Neptune shifting into Aries creates a powerful cosmic shift that will deeply influence relationships, personal identity, and the need for practical adjustments in daily life.
Here are the details…..
March 1-4/14 Venus Retrograde
Venus Retrograde in Aries (March 1 – April 14, 2025), starting at 9° Aries, brings intense themes related to relationships, self-worth, finances, and personal desires. Let’s break it down:
General Meaning of Venus Retrograde in Aries
- Revisiting Relationships: Aries is bold and independent, so this retrograde might push people to reassess their needs in love. Relationships could feel more strained or require deep reflection.
- Financial Reevaluation: Aries rules impulsiveness, and with Venus retrograde, financial decisions may need revision. Avoid major purchases or risky financial moves.
- Self-Love & Personal Values: Aries energy emphasizes independence, so this period might force you to redefine how you love yourself and assert your desires.
9° Aries – Symbolism & Energy
- 9° Aries is associated with themes of initiation, boldness, and risk-taking. It’s a fiery and action-oriented degree, making Venus retrograde here particularly impactful in matters of self-worth and courage in love.
- There may be a push-pull between independence and emotional needs, especially in relationships.
- Karmic relationships may resurface or old wounds in love may require healing.
- It is also the degree of the Eclipse….so Karmic is here to help clear!!
March 13, 2025 – Lunar Eclipse at 23° Virgo
Lunar Eclipses bring culmination, endings, and emotional clarity. This eclipse in Virgo emphasizes themes of health, work routines, organization, and discernment. Since Virgo is ruled by Mercury, which goes retrograde the next day in Aries, there may be re-evaluations of commitments, especially in work, health, and service-oriented relationships.
- Emotional Detox: Since Virgo is analytical and perfectionist, this eclipse may bring realizations about habits that are no longer serving you.
- Work and Health Shifts: Changes in employment, daily schedules, or health routines could be highlighted.
- Relationship Tension: As this eclipse happens during Venus’s retrograde , there may be unfinished business with past relationships, particularly regarding personal needs vs. duty to others.
- Remember to expect the unexpected….the news you find out is a final answer….and plan extra time, as schedules change!!
March 14, 2025 – Mercury Retrograde at 8° Aries
The day after the Lunar Eclipse, Mercury stations retrograde in Aries, the sign of bold action and independence, but retrogrades force a slowdown and internalization. This retrograde is especially intense because:
- It conjuncts Venus Retrograde (March 1 at 9° Aries), doubling the review process of relationships, finances, and self-worth.
- Mercury and Venus together in Aries force reassessments in personal desires, how we communicate in relationships, and whether we are expressing our truth or being too impulsive.
- Aries energy wants action, but retrogrades demand patience – this could bring frustration in decision-making.
March 21….Spring Equinox….Spring Begins!
The Spring Equinox, occurring on March 20, 2025, marks a significant astronomical event where the Sun crosses the celestial equator, resulting in nearly equal day and night duration’s across the globe. This event heralds the onset of spring in the Northern Hemisphere and autumn in the Southern Hemisphere.
Astrologically, the Spring Equinox coincides with the Sun’s entry into Aries, the first sign of the zodiac, symbolizing new beginnings and dynamic energy. In 2025, this period is particularly noteworthy due to several concurrent astrological events: Both Venus RX and Mercury RX in Aries along with the 2 Eclipses!!
These overlapping retrogrades and planetary movements suggest a time ripe for personal transformation, urging individuals to reflect on their desires, communication patterns, and spiritual paths. The convergence of these events during the Spring Equinox amplifies the theme of renewal, making it an opportune moment for setting intentions and embracing new beginnings, and pausing before taking action!
March 29, 2025 – Solar Eclipse at 9° Aries
This Solar Eclipse is a new beginning in Aries, but since it happens while Venus and Mercury are still retrograde in Aries, it has a slow-burning effect. Aries is all about independence, leadership, and personal willpower, so this eclipse will highlight themes of:
- Reinvention of Self: Since Venus is still retrograde, this is not yet the time to fully push forward in relationships or finances. Instead, it’s about re-evaluating what you truly want before acting.
- Delayed Fresh Start: Since Mercury is retrograde, the clarity for new initiatives won’t fully arrive until Mercury stations direct on April 7 or after….please give it a few days!
- Karmic Relationship Themes: Aries energy is about personal desires, while Venus retrograde forces you to rethink past relationship patterns. You might be drawn back to an old flame or revisiting unresolved tensions.
How This All Comes Together…..
- March 1 – Venus Retrograde at 9° Aries → A deep review of self-worth, relationships, and finances begins.Venus retrogrades in Aries (March 1–April 14, 2025), urges deep reflection on love, values, and self-worth. Passion turns inward, past relationships resurface, and impulsive desires are reassessed. Challenges in finances and aesthetics arise. It’s a time for redefining personal desires before embracing bold new romantic and creative directions.
- March 13 – Lunar Eclipse at 23° Virgo → Emotional clarity around work, health, and service, possibly career-related. It is quite an emotional Full Moon….so have compassion for your self and colleagues as so much is ending!
- March 14 – Mercury Retrograde at 8° Aries → Delays, miscommunications, and rethinking personal choices.
- March 29 – Solar Eclipse at 9° Aries → A fresh start, but only after old wounds, relationships, and communication styles have been reviewed.
- March 30th Neptune moves into Aries for the first time in 164 Years!
- Neptune enters Aries on March 30, 2025, marking a shift from dreamy Pisces to bold, action-driven energy. This transit sparks spiritual awakenings, visionary leadership, and fierce idealism. Expect revolutions in identity, and innovation, but beware of impulsive illusions. A new era of courage, inspiration, and self-sacrifice begins.
Final Thoughts………
- Career & Work: Virgo Eclipse pushes you to organize and refine your work life.
- Relationships & Identity: Aries Eclipse forces a slow but powerful reset in self-worth, love, and how you communicate your needs.
- Inner Clarity by Mid-April: The full effect of these shifts won’t be clear until Mercury (April 7) and Venus (April 14) go direct.
This is a transitional period, not a time for hasty action—patience will be key! 🚀🔥
I am still offering my mini March reading to assist in navigating these powerful times!!
Hold on and allow the insights, aha moments, and follow your heart…we are in the process of change on all levels!
Stay Inspired…Connected….Empowered
Peace and Blessings
Shelley
