March 2026
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Mercury
March 8th, daylight savings time occurs at 2 AM.
Venus enters Aries on March 6 and ignites a bold impulsive energy in relationships, shifting the focus from slow burning romance to a direct pursuit of what you want and desire.
On March 10, Jupiter stations direct in Cancer until December 12, 2026.
March 18th, New Moon in Pisces at 6:24 PM PDT.
March 18th, Venus squares Jupiter at 5 AM - 6:30 AM PDT. Less is more.
March 20, the Sun enters Aries at 7:45 AM PDT, Spring Equinox.
Mercury stations direct in Pisces until June 29, 2026.
March 21, Mars trines Jupiter with Pisces/Cancer.
March 28, Saturn sextiles Pluto Aries/Aquarius.
March 30 Venus enters Taurus until April 23.
Pisces
With Mercury, Venus, and Neptune in your sign, you are the cosmic protagonist. The Virgo eclipse brings either a breakthrough or an ending in partnerships. Trust your intuition as you navigate the invisible cosmic veil of illusion. Once the Sun moves into Aries—on March 20th at 7:45 AM PDT, marking the Spring Equinox—consider meditation, yoga, a walk in the woods or along the lake, commune with nature by yourself, for yourself. Recognize who, what, and where you are. Forgiveness is the essence of love. “Only in quiet waters do things mirror themselves undistorted. Only in a quiet mind is adequate perception of the world.” —Hans Margolius
Aries
The equinox and the Sun/Neptune conjunction in your sign signal a total rebirth of identity. Early March requires patience during the eclipse, but once the Sun enters Aries, you’ll feel an unstoppable surge of leadership. Build disciplined structures around your dreams. This is a time for meditation, contemplation, and realization—not action. Learn to temper your energy and hold off on immediate decisions. Use this moment to consider what is truly essential as you move forward. “As you walk and eat and travel, be where you are. Otherwise, you will miss most of your life.”—Buddha
Taurus
The Virgo eclipse illuminates your creative sector, prompting you to reconsider your concept of perfectionism—and perhaps let it go. Your old ideal no longer serves you, as it’s based on perception rather than truth. Reflect on what true perfection represents: the present moment, nothing more. You’re entering a phase of energy that encourages progress on a project you’re still unsure about. Listen to your inner voice before you decide—something you naturally do. “Sorrow is tranquility remembered, and emotion…” —Dorothy Parker
Gemini
Mercury’s retrograde in Pisces brings confusion. All the more reason to stop thinking for a change and listen. The lunar eclipse marks a turning point in your home life. Once Mercury goes direct on the 20th, social opportunities arise, offering several choices—choose wisely and listen to your heart for the answer. You are the opportunity and when you recognize that, everything falls into place. This is a month for networking and discovering your true purpose, if you haven’t already. “Life is a banquet, and most poor suckers are starving to death—so live, live, live!”—Auntie Mame
Cancer
Jupiter turning direct in your sign brings a wave of personal expansion and much-needed luck. The Virgo eclipse may trigger difficult conversations, but clarity will follow. Focus on your long-term career goals as the Aries stellium amplifies your ambition and attention. Remember, paying attention is the simplest act of love. The Moon travels every 2½ days from one sign to the next, so be patient when you feel unsettled—this too shall pass. Mother Earth, "Gaia," is represented by Cancer, so feel at home—you are. “Manifest plainness, embrace simplicity, reduce selfishness, have few desires.” —Lao-tzu
Leo
Keeping a low profile this month is to your advantage. Financial transitions dominate your March as the eclipse demands a new approach to shared resources. Mercury’s retrograde could bring back an old flame or a forgotten creative project. As the Sun enters Aries, your desire for travel and wisdom intensifies. Remember the adage: "less is more," especially as Aries energy activates your fiery nature—excess can lead to complications. Intense yoga may help release your abundant energy. “My mind remains wide, so my place is naturally remote.” —Tao Yuan Ming
Virgo
The total eclipse in your sign on March 3rd is your “reset button”—you’re shedding an old version of yourself. Relationship tensions may surface during Mercury retrograde; practice radical honesty. Healing begins when you stop over-analyzing. Listen to cats—they reveal cosmic truths through silence, a window into creation. Your gift is kindness and your willingness to help others. We all live in eternity and there is nowhere to be. We are all surrounded by medicine, but often most of us don't recognize what's right before mary eyes. “Wherever my travels may lead, paradise is where I am.” — Voltaire
Libra
Your health and daily routines are under the microscope. The eclipse reminds us to prioritize rest over productivity. Everything is exactly as it should be—recognize this or you may miss what belongs to you. You are sweet and kind, but don’t let others take advantage. If you’re in a relationship, find comfort in the connection you’ve created. On March 18th, at the New Moon in Pisces, meditate, quiet the mind, and open your heart. “What happens to the hole when the cheese is gone?”—Bertolt Brecht
Scorpio
A creative project or romance reaches a dramatic climax during the Virgo eclipse. Mercury's retrograde in your house of pleasure suggests revisiting an old hobby. Life intensifies late in the month; use Aries energy to initiate a bold career move. Avoid overdoing activities, as physical strain may take time to heal. Pluto and Mars form several aspects in March, creating an emotional x-ray; you may feel restless or driven to transform your life. “Recognize you do what you do—you think you're being creative, but you're no different than a tree or a rock.” —Clint Cochran, Mystic
Sagittarius
The Virgo eclipse highlights your career path, potentially closing one door to open a better one. Home life may feel chaotic while Mercury is retrograde, but Jupiter’s forward motion in your eighth house brings financial relief. Embrace your adventurous spirit and take a trip—if not externally, then internally. Your philosophical nature is heightened as you recognize we’re entering a new era with choices to ascend or descend as the Hopi foretold us many centuries ago. “Listen to your life. All moments are key moments.”—Frederick Buechner
Capricorn
Legal matters or travel plans may be delayed, but the Virgo eclipse offers perspective that shifts and clarifies your big picture. Communication with siblings or neighbors improves after the 20th. Focus on grounding visionary ideas into tangible reality. One key for you is to get out of your own way—everything is as it should be; simply know, recognize, and embrace it. Remember, romance is about relationships, and not just sexuality. “Let life happen to you. Believe me: life is in the right, always.”—Rainer Maria Rilke
Aquarius
This month is transformative, with a focus on financial restructuring and personal values. The lunar eclipse on March 3rd brings revelations about shared resources or debt, urging you to audit your finances. Be patient in relationships, as career opportunities grow through collaboration and innovative ideas. By the 20th, when Mercury goes direct, you’ll feel more grounded, empowered, and ready for a new chapter. Your social energy peaks late in the month. Make changes to routines that have become stagnant.
“What you are is what you have done, and what you will be is what you do now!” —Buddha
