Each month I will post some ‘Cosmic News’, about the planets having major impacts and when there is a cosmic configuration of particular interest.
I am not an Astrologer, however, any Tarot practitioner will know that each of the 78 cards in the deck have a direct affiliation with the planets and Astrology. Therefore, a working knowledge of the Heavens is a requirement for any serious Tarot reader. I also post the ‘Cosmic News’ on my Facebook Page & Twitter.
Hello, and welcome to my astrology ‘overview’ of 2024. I have highlighted the influences that affect all signs. I trust you will enjoy reading it. Rosemary
The year 2024: Saturn spends the full year in the sign of Pisces. Pluto is still transitioning between Capricorn and Aquarius this year, but will stay in Aquarius consistently from November 19th onward. Jupiter divides its time between the signs of Taurus and Gemini. Uranus continues its transit of Earth sign Taurus all year. Eclipses this year continue in the signs of Aries and Libra, although they will begin to affect the Virgo-Pisces axis.
In many ways, 2023 was a year of transition: the energies it brought in will remain present for the next twenty years. The greatest influences of of 2023 covered technology, media, AI, and space infrastructure, this was just the beginning. During 2024, we can expect these areas to expand in exciting and much more apparent ways.
Saturn entered into Pisces at the beginning of March 2023. The setting up and breaking down of boundaries was a hugely significant theme of 2023. This influence continues in 2024. Recognising where other people end and where you begin is essential to retain healthy boundaries and personal and professional connections.
In 2024, many will continue to experience releasing relationships that do not enhance their lives, due to the Lunar North Node of Destiny remaining in individualistic Aries. The tendency of wanting to please others, will be replaced with a desire to pursue goals that truly resonate with you. This deep urge for establishing personal sovereignty started in the summer of 2023 and will continue until mid-January of 2025.
In a nutshell, 2024 provides opportunities to reconnect with our own innate inner power. Part of the process of reaching inward, is the willingness to heal the hurts of the past, achieve personal inner and outer freedom and welcome a new individual perspective on life. Assisting us with this unfoldment are the combined energies offered by this years Retrograde Mercury cycles, which take place in the fire signs, Sagittarius, Leo and Aries.
Here is a detailed breakdown of the Cosmic Influences of 2024 affecting each of the 12 signs.
JANUARY 2024
Mercury resumes direct motion on January 1st, slowly easing the disruption and confusion that has affected all the signs during the past three weeks. During the first part of January both the Sun and Pluto enter futuristic Aquarius. January’s astrological energies are a reminder that now time to reclaim your own personal power.
January 1: Mercury goes direct – Mercury resumes direct motion today, making the first week of the year ideal for planning and setting intentions your 2024 aspirations. Pisces, Sagittarius, Virgo, and Gemini will feel the most inspired.
January 11: New Moon in Capricorn – One of the most auspicious New Moons of 2024, inspiring all the signs to re-evaluate their long-term career goals as well as their life’s overall legacy. It’s a great time to review and set your 2024 resolutions and your five-, or even ten-year plan. Be resolute and don’t entertain any ‘glass-ceilings’!
January 20: Pluto & Sun enter Aquarius – All the signs are effected, but most profoundly Leo, Taurus, Scorpio and Aquarius. The key here is to analyse your mind-set, how could you ‘change your mind to change your life’? Starting that process with the self will also manifest on the outer, global stage. Seek your own inner peace and vibrationally, the planet will also benefit. How do you want your future and planet Earth’s future to unfold? Yes, with your vision of the future, you CAN make a difference.
January 25: Full Moon in Leo – On the subject of those searching for inspiration and personal growth, this Full Moon offers an outlet for both creativity, heightened energy and the opportunity for moments of profound realisations and actually, some welcome surprises!
JANUARY TAROT CARD OF THE MONTH:
The High Priestess: The phases of the Moon work in tandem with this card so it is as well to know what the moon is doing when you read this! The image of The High Priestess has a crescent moon at her feet, her crown represents the three phases of the moon. In ancient decks she was called The Papess, associated with the legends of a female pope and the burning in 1300 of Sister Manfreda Visconti who had been elected Papess much to the fury of the ‘orthodox’ male clergy. Interestingly the Visconti family produced a Tarot pack in 1450 in which The Papess features.
Waxing Moon: Right Crescent New Moon: New energy coming in, begin new projects. Full Moon: Circle, potent time creativity and inspiration high intuition.
Waning Moon: Left hand crescent, time to withdraw, or drive away that which is unwanted, a good time to tidy up loose ends.
Ideas and inspiration will surface from our hidden depths. Contemplate, meditate and listen to your intuition. The High Priestess signifies inner wisdom at its deepest level. She is also associated with all aspects of woman, the virgin, the mother, the whore and the crone and the goddess, with associations to the Virgin Mary and Sekinah who was simultaneously mother, wife and daughter. Suffice to say, she represents the potential in our lives, the strong possibilities that we have not realised though we can ‘sense’ them. She also suggests that there are hidden matters that are about to be revealed.
FEBRUARY 2024
This is one of the only two months of 2024 when all planets are direct (the other month is March), February facilitates everyone to adhere to their New Year’s resolutions. Taking action on your most desired ambitions, particularly around the February 9th New Moon, assists us in setting the stage for long term success. This month, you’re prepared to finally let go of the fears of the past and are ready to embrace some profound changes and truly create your vision of the future.
February 9: Mercury enters Aquarius – The planet of communication, Mercury, is now strongly placed until February 21st, assisting you to make serious progress in any communication-related projects, aims and goals. Aquarius, Libra and Gemini get extra support this month.
February 14: Mars conjunct Pluto in Aquarius – This is an intense configuration requiring us all to move forward with as much awareness as we are able. It is possible that under this influence, we may find ourselves confronting dominant others and authority figures, which may involve some jockeying for position and acting out some aspects of power struggles. Conversely, this is a great time to identify where your passion lies, whatever floats your boat, give it extra focus and energy.
February 18: Sun enters Pisces – The energies of imagination, intuition, mysticism and dreams remain for the next four weeks. If you are able to fully visualise your desires and and work towards them, you can manifest them into reality, particularly if you’re a Pisces, Scorpio, or Cancer.
February 24: Full Moon in Virgo – This is an excellent time to assess what is not working for you, and to focus upon what is actually benefitting you and enhancing your life. It sometimes takes courage to let go of what you know is no longer viable. Sagittarius, Gemini, Pisces and Virgo will be most strongly affected by this lunation.
FEBRUARY TAROT CARD OF THE MONTH:
The Hanged Man: The Hanged Man (ruled by Neptune, planet of inspiration, unboundedness, ecstasy, escapism, enlightenment, addiction, glamour, mysticism, sacrifice) is about surrender and possibly sacrifice. He hangs suspended from a tree in leaf, the bottom half of the Egyptian Ankh and The Tree of Life. If you turn him upright he reflect the posture of the card The World. He has yogic and occult symbolism. His legs make the figure 4 emphasising the material side of life, structure form and tradition.
His arms make a triangle, holy trinity, hence partnership but partnership with one’s self. Mind, body & spirit. His ‘halo’ or aura indicates thought processes, ideas and the calm expression on his face shows he is not in distress. The Hanged Man is about being ‘on hold’ possibly feeling ‘stuck’ as though nothing is happening – However, the brain activity is key and The Hanged Man is all about ‘turning matters on their head’. To me, his gift is that of preparation. Instead of feeling ‘stuck’ take control and prepare for when you are not ‘stuck’. Preparation is key. Allow yourself to see the bigger picture. Avoid complacency. Waiting may serve a purpose.
MARCH 2024
The first ten days of the month urge you to concentrate on your goals and dreams. In order to manifest them, you must put in the effort. After the New Moon in Pisces on 10th March this influence intensifies. March also heralds the start of eclipse season, which, depending on your sign, could bring major change into your life.
March 10: New Moon in Pisces – This New Moon may encourage day-dreaming, brain-fog or confusion. Those most affected will be Virgo, Pisces, Gemini, and Sagittarius, if one of these is your sign, be mindful to rest more and do less this month. For all signs, this lunation encourages meditation, studying spiritual matters, yoga and any practice that soothes the soul.
March 11: Venus enters Pisces – Venus loves being in Pisces! Venus is the planet of finances and love, pleasure and art. It remains in Pieces until 3rd April. This transit coincides with eclipse season, therefore, you could find a significant boost to your love life. It is possible that you may revisit/encounter an ‘old flame’, particularly if you are Pisces, Sagittarius, Scorpio, or Capricorn.
March 20: Sun enters Aries & Spring Equinox – This is the start of the Astrological year, it is a most auspicious energy for initiating something you are passionate about. If you do this now, you will see the fruits of your endeavours come to light later in the year. Begin it now!
March 25: Full Moon Lunar Eclipse in Libra – Aries, Cancer, Libra and Capricorn are most affected by this influence. It is a wake-up call to rid yourself of any relationships that no longer align with your values. Be brave, cut out the dead wood, you’ll be so glad you did.
TAROT CARD OF THE MONTH FOR MARCH: The Wheel of Fortune – Opportunity, chance, good fortune, inevitability, luck, timing, destiny. CHANGE!
Steady movement and progress. Synchronicity and coincidence, taking advantage of opportunities. A new phase of life begins, embrace it! The wheel may signify a new relationship OR infatuation, how you respond is up to you…. Change for the better. Positive thinking, you CAN make it happen. Now is the right time. A turning point in your life, help coming to you. Now you can generate opportunity, as well as identifying possibilities.
Jupiter: Was once ruler of the Gods. Optimism, justice, expansion of knowledge, new learning, justice. Also watch for over indulgence!
APRIL 2024
April brings the first Mercury retrograde of the year which overlaps with the first of two eclipse seasons in 2024, rendering April a month of major personal and collective transformation. Gentle acceptance and improving how you express your masculine energy (regardless of gender) assists you to flow with the celestial influences this month. Once the Sun enters Taurus on April 19, the intensity slowly begins to dissipate.
April 1: Mercury goes retrograde in Aries – The first 2024 Mercury retrograde arrives today! Lasting until April 25th, it is an ideal time to review the ways in which you express ambition, anger, and your own sense of individuality. If you choose to embrace deep healing, you can make significant progress towards achieving your goals.
April 8: New Moon Solar Eclipse in Aries – Uh oh! This is an intense eclipse, and all signs are affected. If you observe the themes and energy dynamics now, you’ll see a repeat come the autumn. The themes that emerge now will be relevant for the rest of the year.
April 20: Jupiter conjunct Uranus in Taurus – This conjunction is rare and is a magnifier of the need to ‘break free’ from any restrictions and to delve into the meaning of personal (sometimes radical) change and growth. In particular, Taurus, Gemini, Leo & Libra could all experience personal financial gain, perhaps via promotion, a wage rise, investments or property.
April 23: Full Moon in Scorpio – This is the perfect influence under which to delve deep into the psyche and take a good hard look at patterns in behaviour that block you or hold you back, in particular around your attitude to power (yours or another’s), renewal and deep transformation. This mostly affects the fixed signs—Scorpio, Taurus, Leo, and Aquarius.
TAROT CARD OF THE MONTH APRIL: The World – is ruled by Saturn: The father of the Gods, indicating authority, it has a 29 year orbit. Limitation, control, consolidation, structure, strength, conservation, discipline, direction, wisdom, the shadow, fear, denial, hardship, responsibility. Phew! Essentially Saturn is a harsh task-master giving life lessons through pain and limitation. He also encourages self-examination. The world depicts a serene naked figure, a dancer holding two wands or batons of power. The laurels suggest the crowning of achievement and the sphinx-like figures promise wisdom and abundance. The world denotes having come to the conclusion of a matter and able now to face the future with optimism. It requires the tying up of loose ends. It also suggests that the world is your oyster. Where do you want to go? What do you want to do? It indicates the ability to reach for a better life, a good time to start something new. Let go of the outmoded, move into a new phase (travel, parenthood, maturity). Be creative and seize opportunities, take charge of your own life.
MAY 2024
This is the perfect month to spend time in nature. The intensity of recent cosmic movement is calmer now, Mercury has resumed its forward progress and a more grounding influence comes in. Four planets are in earthy Taurus until 20th May. On May 7th, the New Moon in Taurus brings positive energy to any travel endeavours, also favouring enterprises in writing and studying. It is a great time to express yourself creatively.
May 2: Pluto goes retrograde in Aquarius – Pluto now enters its retrograde phase until 1st October. Under this influence you may be moved to contribute to collective change, particularly within your community. You really do have the ability to bring positive support and influence to local causes, particularly if you are Aquarius, Leo, Taurus or Scorpio.
May 20: Sun enters Gemini – This renders all signs somewhat restless, but also social, experiencing the need to connect with like-minded others. You may find the urge to travel intensifies around this time. This influence lasts until 20th June.
May 23: Full Moon in Sagittarius – The perfect combination to take a step back and look at ‘the bigger picture’. Recent cosmic movements may have encouraged us to focus on the minutiae, sometimes we can get bogged down in detail and lose sight of the big picture. Remain optimistic that you are now able to view projects, goals and ambitions in their entirety. Sagittarius, Gemini, Virgo and Pisces will feel this lunar event more than other signs.
May 25: Jupiter enters Gemini – Having been in Taurus since May 16th, 2023, Jupiter, the planet of luck, abundance, and spirituality now enters Gemini. For the next twelve months, everything to do with communication (speaking, writing, teaching, and learning) will receive celestial assistance. Now is the time to write that book, return to study, or launch that project.
TAROT CARD OF THE MONTH FOR MAY: Temperance – The word ‘temperance’ comes from the Latin ‘temperer’ which means to ‘mix’ or to or ‘to combine properly’.
The cards imagery depicts an angel mixing water between the cups but the flow of water is physically impossible, as the lower cup is not directly beneath the upper. This suggests that the character of Temperance has achieved a ‘magical’ balance. Also, the angel has one foot in water. Water is symbolic of feelings, emotions and the sub-conscious – so again there is a dialogue between the physical and emotional/spiritual worlds. This indicates a character who has achieved a certain sense of harmony, of balance within themselves and that they are comfortable with who they are and how they respond to challenges. The yellow Iris, in the language of flowers, suggests ‘Good News’ it is also the national flower of France and was an element of the royal coat of arms. The path leading to the sun between two peaks indicates that there is always an alternative way/view and by taking ‘the middle way’, the more balanced view – one will reach the desired outcome. The triangle on the angels robe indicates that mind, body and spirit are in accord. The halo or aura shows mental activity that is blended, mixed and ‘properly combined’. Staying calm and getting life into perspective facilitates progress. The ability to mix the various elements may bring forth new ideas. It is a time to heal wounds, mend hurts, be forgiving and act with grace. Moderation in all things is required. Compromise, resolution and mediation. Having the willingness to work with diverse aspects to achieve harmony.
JUNE 2024
June continues to provide opportunities to socialize and enjoy ourselves, however, the presence of Saturn brings a serious influence to the month. Between June 5th and June 14th, career responsibilities and family duties are likely to absorb more of your time and energy. But, for those who make the effort now, know that you will be rewarded later on! Once the Cancer season arrives, officially 21st June, the Summer Solstice, you’ll be released to enjoy summer time with your ‘chosen family’.
June 3: Venus Star Point – If you are seeking love or romance, or to take your relationship to ‘the next level’, this is the most auspicious day upon which to boost your love aspirations. Having said that, Saturn’s presence may somewhat dampen the excitement. Although the energies in play may well prompt proposals, engagements, marriages or parenthood!
June 6: New Moon in Gemini – Under this lunation, you are ideally placed if you wish to extricate yourself from any form of relationship that no longer serves you. Venus and Saturn square make this influence most pronounced with Gemini, Virgo, Sagittarius, and Pisces.
June 21: Full Moon in Capricorn – Career changes are highlighted by this Full Moon. The change could be so radical as to herald a redundancy, leading to a much better situation. Know that the Universe supports you, even if you cannot see it right now.
June 29: Saturn goes retrograde in Pisces – This is a demanding phase for all signs, especially Gemini, Virgo, Sagittarius, and Pisces, all of whom will find making relationship boundaries tricky. Saturn karmically stirs up past, present and future, particularly regarding business or career interactions. This influence lasts until 15th November 2024.
TAROT CARD OF THE MONT FOR JUNE: Justice – The imagery is of Justitia from the Greek Titanis Themis, originally the image was blindfolded, denoting that the law does not discriminate. The number 11 is a ‘master number’ and relates to the psychic, thus Justice is required to ‘see’ and so she is not blindfolded in the Tarot. The upward pointed sward indicates resolve and the ability to piece illusion to gain the ‘heart of the matter’. The two-edged sword symbolises choice, the figure has one foot visible and one foot hidden in her robe. Feet are about stance and stand point. We are formed by the actions we have taken in the past and will be by those we choose in the future. Taking a rational view is essential. Diplomacy. Tact. Arbitration and peace-keeping. Objective thinking, interaction and communication. Accepting the truth, taking responsibility for your choices, looking at both sides of an argument. Weighing things up, justice, morality law and order, legal matters. Take advice before making a decision. Compromise may need to be considered. Apologies may be required. She may indicate the commencement of a new professional engagement or contract.
JULY 2024
Summer is about to get intense as July 3rd, 12th and 20th sees three planets making an opposition to Pluto (power and transformation planet) Retrograde. On those dates, try to review the motivation for your actions, self-examination will assist you in breaking any patterns that don’t benefit you, particularly if you are Cancer, Taurus, Scorpio or Capricorn.
July 2: Neptune Goes Retrograde in Pisces until 7th December – Under this energy we are all more likely to see things as the really are, rather than through a rosy filter. This may be especially difficult for Pisces, Sagittarius, Virgo, and Gemini. However, coming to realise the reality and truth about certain situations and people can be immensely liberating!
July 5: New Moon in Cancer – Now is a great time to set goals and intentions for better self-care and more family interaction. It can be an intensely emotional time, but this can also assist you in forging deeper connections with loved ones. The water signs, Cancer, Pisces, Scorpio will take to this influence like ducks to water!
July 21: Full Moon in Capricorn – This is a phase where you may find you are examining your career or work offer, possibly looking towards self-employment or a more freelance way of working. It also urges you to look at your role or status in society. Aquarius, Libra, or Gemini are most likely to break free from the corporate world and begin their own enterprises.
July 22: Sun enters Leo – All signs will seek the spotlight and the summer sun, we will all be looking to have more fun in the sun. This is great energy for creativity, leadership and self-expression. Be bold! It will pay off.
TAROT CARD OF THE ONTH FOR JULY: Judgement – The imagery is of Justitia from the Greek Titanis Themis, originally the image was blindfolded, denoting that the law does not discriminate. The number 11 is a ‘master number’ and relates to the psychic, thus Justice is required to ‘see’ and so she is not blindfolded in the Tarot. The upward pointed sward indicates resolve and the ability to piece illusion to gain the ‘heart of the matter’. The two-edged sword symbolises choice, the figure has one foot visible and one foot hidden in her robe. Feet are about stance and stand point. We are formed by the actions we have taken in the past and will be by those we choose in the future. Taking a rational view is essential. Diplomacy. Tact. Arbitration and peace-keeping. Objective thinking, interaction and communication. Accepting the truth, taking responsibility for your choices, looking at both sides of an argument. Weighing things up, justice, morality law and order, legal matters. Take advice before making a decision. Compromise may need to be considered. Apologies may be required. She may indicate the commencement of a new professional engagement or contract.
AUGUST 2024
Keep an open mind this month! Patience is also required while Mercury goes Retrograde in both Virgo and then Leo (4th until 28th August). The planetary alignment now encourages personal growth and new ideas. The planet of brilliance, maverick happenings, and change is most active at the start and the end of the month. Major breakthroughs can be achieved by those who are able to ‘suspend their disbelief’.
August 1: New Moon in Leo – This is a great time for inspiration, creativity and trying something new. Most affected will be the fire signs Aries, Leo and Sagittarius. All signs will feel more energised over the next four weeks, especially if you focus on gaining inspiration.
August 16: Jupiter in Gemini square Saturn in Pisces – This configuration can bring criticism, or obstacles, either just or unjust. Listen carefully, there may be a germ of truth in what you are being shown, or told. Keep on your path. It is a time when energy levels may feel depleted, by those who have ‘gone the extra mile’ since the spring. In particular for Gemini, Sagittarius and Pisces, may feel the need to review how they are expending their energy.
August 22: Sun enters Virgo – The perfect four weeks in which to ‘reboot’ and reassess your aims, goals, wellbeing and to reconnect with your own soul. Under this influence you can make positive adjustments that will be of benefit to you for the rest of the year.
August 29: Venus enters Libra – Venus loves being in Libra! Venus is the planet of finances, pleasure, and love. Now you can make headway, adjustments plus change within close relationships, right up to 6th September. 7th to 21st September….More Fun!
TAROT CARD OF THE MONTH FOR AUGUST: The Sun – The end of a cycle and the start of a new one – having reached a goal. A joyous card, creativity, success, holidays, joy of living, return to health, enthusiasm. The sun gives us everything, food, light, heat and energy. The Rider Waite Sun has a child riding in a garden, you cannot see the gender of the child but the card is ‘masculine’ in essence, representing Apollo, the Sun God. Contained within the card is the notion of innocence, a joyous connection to one’s ‘inner child’ and freedom from constricting reality. Liberation. Also, matters to do with children – enjoying their company and playfulness. The sunflower is a plant that follows the sun, the child is crowned with flowers, the sky is blue, a card of happiness and innocent fun. It can denote looking at the world in a new light, above all it is a card of optimism.
SEPTEMBER 2024
During the second half of September, expect Eclipse season to influence changes, it is also a time of depleted energy (especially for Aries, Virgo, Libra, and Pisces), so be mindful to rest and de-stress when you can. 2nd September sees a New Moon in Virgo. Virgo is super organised and this energy will help us all to tie up any loose ends.
September 1: Uranus goes retrograde – If you are a Taurus, Leo, Scorpio or Aquarius and you have experienced fast life changes, you now get some relief between now and the end of 2024. What’s likely now are some big epiphany moments revealing just why those changes had to happen.
September 14: Venus in Libra trine Jupiter in Gemini – If you are looking for relationship, or wanting to take your romance ‘to the next level’ this is the ideal period in which to make moves towards your long-term relationship happiness. Gemini, Libra, and Aquarius benefit the most. However, it is the most auspicious day of the year for all signs regarding love.
September 17: Full Moon Lunar Eclipse in Pisces – This is also a supermoon, and is associated with endings. However, eclipses are portals, so this is a time to trust in the beneficent wisdom of the universe, this energy will provide you with what you need, and not necessarily what you want. This influence will be most intense for Virgo and Pisces.
September 22: Sun enters Libra/Autumn Equinox – It has been quite an intense year, energetically speaking. Now is the time when Libra assists us to find our equilibrium again. Balance will manifest, particularly in relationships.
TAROT CARD OF THE MONTH FOR SEPTEMBER: Death – This card should be taken metaphorically, not literally. Many people are alarmed by the symbolism and require reassurance. Transition, moving on, change freedom & metamorphosis. Letting go, like a snake shedding its skin. Moving forward organically. Change, new beginnings, endings. The end of an old cycle, and the start of a new phase. Let go of the past, don’t fear being true to yourself. Deep thinking, private, intense, passionate and prone to jealousy. The ability to strike out. Major change is heralded by this card. Go with the flow. Leaving home, parenthood and moving can be indicated by Death. We all experience many major changes in our lives so the Death card will turn up from time to time, its astrological affiliation is Scorpio. Let go of the past, welcome a new cycle, a parting of the ways, one door closes, another door opens.
OCTOBER 2024
This month sees the end of a fifteen-year cycle of rampant global materialism. Matters pertaining to economies and the environment will be centre stage and outmoded structures will be broken down. October is in intense, pivotal month heralding the second eclipse season of the year, with Pluto resuming direct motion in Capricorn on October 11th. We will all have the opportunity to change or broaden our world view. Go with the intensity as it brings in world-wide transformations.
October 2: New Moon Solar Eclipse in Libra – Eclipses in Libra assist us to sort out relationship issues, this is the last Libra eclipse for many years to come, so if you have issues that need attention in your close relationships, use this energy now. You are being urged to cut from those who dim the light of your authentic self-expression. Libra, Aries, Cancer, and Capricorn will feel this the most.
October 9: Jupiter goes retrograde in Gemini – Looking back to May 2024, note in which area the most growth in your life has taken place, most likely in the sphere of communication. From this point until 4th February 2025 (when Jupiter turns direct), you may expect a slower rate of growth and expansion. The signs most affected by this ‘slowing down’ or contraction are Gemini, Sagittarius, Virgo, and Pisces.
October 17: Full Moon in Aries – Finally, Eclipse season is over, and this Full Moon takes place in the most individualistic sign of Aries urges some solitude time, so that you can process all the changes from the past month. Healing and releasing the past will assist your future success.
October 23: Sun enters Scorpio – This month you are empowered as the energetic ‘spotlight’ illuminates your ability to transform that which needs alteration. You really can manifest positive change during this Scorpio season.
TAROT CARD OF THE MONTH FOR OCTOBER: The Star – It indicates power, karma (reap as you sow), evolution and moving on. The unconscious activated.
The Star resides under the auspices of the sign of Aquarius, the water bearer of the Egyptian God of the Nile, Hap. In Greek mythology he was Ganymede who made it rain and poured wine for the Gods. Ganymede also represents caring service to others, honesty and humanitarianism. The bird in the image is an Ibis, another Egyptian symbol of the God Thoth. He was the original inspirer for arts of all kinds.
The star is a joyful card of reflection, renewal and hope. Renewal of mind, body and spirit. The dawn of a new optimism. Knowing that you will be successful. New trust in a relationship. It represents the heavenly bodies that guide us and strengthens our ability to be in touch with that guidance. Elegance, peace and calm. Self-belief in your better qualities. Shine like the star you know you are! It is a calling for self-healing and trusting that the heavenly bodies (cosmos & planets) are assisting you. Make a sincere wish and have faith in a beneficial outcome. It also indicates a willingness to do things slightly or greatly differently.
NOVEMBER 2024
This month brings a major cosmic event when Pluto (planet of the collective psyche), moves into Aquarius on November 19th, where it will reside for the next twenty years. This is a phase under which social equality, scientific breakthroughs, technology advancements and revolutionary thinking may all flourish. This will be a time of transformation for all signs and especially relevant to Aquarius, Leo, Scorpio, and Taurus.
November 1: New Moon in Scorpio – This month you may be able to re-visit an opportunity you thought had passed by, it is a great influence under which to examine and explore career related aspirations, also great energy for starting new projects. Scorpio, Pisces, and Cancer could receive positive news relating to a new job, a promotion or the inspiration to begin a new career altogether.
November 15: Full Moon in Taurus – This Full Moon encourages us all to look at new opportunities and to identify those that we can generate for ourselves. Unexpected news and events are likely. Important decisions may be necessary and you might find that in order to progress in one direction, you’ll be required to ‘let go’ of that which no longer serves you. The key here is to be your true authentic self.
November 21: Sun enters Sagittarius – This heralds the start of four weeks of energetic positivity, the urge to travel, to seek new adventures, to study are all possible, as well as seeking out more ‘unusual’ experiences. Most affected will be Sagittarius, Leo, and Aries.
November 25: Mercury goes retrograde in Sagittarius – Here comes the third and last Mercury Retrograde of the year 25th November to 15th December. While travel, communication and electronic devices may all be disrupted, the good news is that it is an ideal time to tackle paperwork, have a good clear out and that goes for mentally as well! It is a good time to focus on where your attitudes and beliefs may have become outdated, have a look at your particular life philosophy. Is it the same as it was in January?
TAROT CARD OF THE MONTH FOR NOVEMBER: The Hierophant – The Hierophant represents all forms of divine law, as understood by man. Teaching, spiritual matters, traditional ways, faith, vows, oaths, promises. His qualities include patience, persistence, reliability warmth and romanticism. His archetype is The Pope. He is a conformist in certain ways but free thinking in spiritual matters. He encourages inner reflection. He indicates that consultation with an official prior to a ceremony such as a marriage may be taken. This is a good time for prayer and reflection, a time to take up study of spiritual matters. He suggests knowing how to act appropriately, discrimination from knowledge, accepting discipline. He can herald a meeting with someone you have known before who will be of assistance to you in giving guidance. I feel he gives confidence via faith.
DECEMBER 2024
December is like a ‘sliding doors’ of planets resuming forward motion from retrograde, or the opposite. All this is a big cosmic request for you to do things differently. It is most likely that Pisces, Sagittarius, Gemini and Virgo will from among all the signs, have suffered some kind of loss this year. On 7th December Neptune resumes forward motion and this will assist in healing wounds from the past. The planet of drive, action and sex, Mars, turns retrograde from 6th December until 23rd February 2025. Harnessing your masculine energy, using it to drive your career ambitions will bring positive changes as the year draws to a close.
December 1: New Moon in Sagittarius – This energy provides the opportunity to revisit plans that went awry earlier in the year and to either bring the changes you need or at least, ‘closure’ on the matter. Gemini, Sagittarius, and Capricorn will most benefit from the retrograde planets by revisiting former projects now.
December 15: Full Moon in Gemini – Try to find ‘just a mustard seed of faith’ that the universe really does have your back. This can be a confusing time when misunderstandings may occur. Try not to take it all at ‘face value’, look a little deeper. Today, Mercury resumes its forward motion which means that by 21st December, the shortest day and winter solstice, confusion and disruptions will have passed.
December 21: Sun enters Capricorn/Winter Solstice – This configuration sets up the likelihood that each of the signs may well encounter some positive, welcome and even ‘fated’ surprises. It is also a great time to let go of that which no longer enhances your life, in particular if you are Taurus, Virgo, or Capricorn.
December 30: New Moon in Capricorn – Just as the August 19th Saturn-Jupiter encounter brought a feeling of ‘contraction’, this New Moon will revisit those feelings. This is very much a time when all can benefit from a bit of ‘soul searching’, introspection and going within. If you like, a review of the past year and identifying what energy and changes you want to bring forth in 2025.
TAROT CARD OF THE MONTH FOR DECEMBER: The Fool – The Fool is the most flexible card of the Major Arcana. In some decks he has no number. The ‘0’ or lack of a number indicates infinite potential. Thus, he is the circle, 0 represents the continuation of cycles, the snake eating its own tail. In some decks he is number 22. This is a ‘master number’ (as are 11 and 44). This card is the only Tarot that survives in ordinary playing cards as ‘The Joker’ or ‘The Jester’. When at the start of a spread, he represents youthful innocence, a ‘blithe spirit’ attitude to life, not stupid but naïve and inexperienced. He is a most complex card. When he appears at the start of a spread he indicates youth, freedom, adventure, naiveté, trust, as well as lack of focus, travel, the quester, the seeker and the tramp! However, The Fool takes on all the attributes of the cards that precede him, he absorbs those experiences so he is a very different character when he appears in the centre or at the end of the spread, the cards around him will tell you where he is on his journey.
Life is a continuous dance of experience. The Fool is spontaneous, free and fearless. Think of The Fool in ‘King Lear’, permitted to tell truths that others would think twice about speaking to the king. The wise fool… In the Rider Waite, and many other more traditional decks, the fool holds a white rose. White for purity and the rose for passion, yet he holds the flower delicately indicating passion taken to a higher level. However, the dog at his side indicates the animal nature of man. In the bag he carries his experiences. He does not abandon them but nor does he allow them to control him. The bag bears the head of an eagle, symbol of the soaring spirit, also Scorpio raised to a higher level – sexuality raised to spirit. The stick on his shoulder indicates a wand or staff of power making him akin to the Merlin archetype of magician/fool. He strides along seemingly without a care. There are mountains in the background, high peaks suggesting and elevated position from which he can view the world and yet, from the perspective of the observer, one cannot tell if he is about to merely take a step on the path or to plunge over a precipice……. His meanings are many and his position in the spread and the adjacent cards determines the meaning.
He indicates courageous beginnings. A new phase of life begins, particularly when in response to spontaneous feelings, rather than to careful planning. A feeling emerges of being young at heart, being prepared to take risks. It may indicate a need for travel or the seeking of knowledge, of having a ‘child-like’ optimism. It is time to ‘take a leap of faith’.
I trust you have enjoyed this ‘overview’ of 2024 and I wish you a gentle, productive and happy new year.
If you would like to have a bespoke view of how the 2024 Moon phases will impact you, personal, please contact me for details.
My Tarot courses continue throughout the year, and I am offering a limited number of my new spiritual development course, ‘Spirit Levels’©.
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This programme is not for everyone! It requires discipline and a genuine commitment to implement the practices you will learn & a deep desire within you to welcome profound changes into your life. You will need to demonstrate dedication and patience, faith and courage.
The energetic frequency of the Earth is becoming less dense, it is refining. Those sensitive to these new energies will be prompted to do this work. They will intuitively know that they are being drawn by a deep connection that already exists between us.
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During the programme, you will discover your purpose, meaning and life mission. You will come to silence the critic within, to forgive yourself and others, to demonstrate trust and gratitude and to gain a deeper intimacy with your own spirit and with the divine.
During these sessions, you will access deep listening, empathy and gain a closer connection with your spiritual guides and inspirers.
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Hello – for those of you looking for my usual monthly Astrology & Tarot Card of the Month, I am taking break from posting these for the moment as I am working on two new courses.
Having said that, we had a New Moon Eclipse in Taurus (energising finances, values and comfort) on 30th April, a great energy for taking stock of your finances. Uranus is in Taurus. Uranus rules technology, so making money online is supported. This planet can bring about sudden change and is complimented by Mars, making the ability to take radical action much easier. We also have Jupiter and Pluto starting anew ‘synodic cycle’ heralding transformation and change in society, generationally and personally. We also have a Full Moon Eclipse in Scorpio on 16th May. This is a safe place in which to face and vanquish fears. Let go!
Courses: One is an upgrade of ‘Tarot & the Dynamics of the Psyche’ and the other is brand new, a Seven Level journey to balance the everyday with the Sacred. We are all ‘time poor’, we all want quick fixes and instant results. This course is not for the faint hearted – it is ‘Spiritual Bootcamp’ and will require discipline and dedication. At the end of the Seven Levels, you will be able to incorporate the Sacred and Divine into your everyday life. Watch this space for more information.
ASTROLOGY & TAROT FOR MARCH 2022
Hello everyone, although we are living in extremely uncertain times, the astrological outlook for March is surprisingly positive. One of the ways in which we can all assist in vanquishing the rise of darkness in Europe is to extend our prayers, healing thoughts and intentions for the restoration of peace. The more of us who focus this simple, yet effective practice towards the situation, the more potent it will be. All it takes is a little willingness and a commitment to do this for a few minutes each day.
Special Offer: My ‘Refer a Friend’ offer is back! Refer a friend, if they have a full 60 minute reading, you’ll receive £5.00 off your next session.
Tarot Courses: I am now running ‘Beginners’ & ‘In Depth’ Tarot Courses, contact me for details.
Readings: I am offering readings via Zoom, Skype, WhatsApp, Facetime or phone. I hope to be able to offer Face to Face readings by the end of the month.
Website: My website is undergoing a refresh, it is currently a ‘work in progress’ take a peek and let me know what you think!
New! Meditation CD: My meditation CD ‘Soul Connections’ is now available. It contains three meditations. The first is ‘Soul Choices’, the second is ‘Communication With Guides & Inspirers’ and the last is a Healing Instrumental. The music is brilliantly composed and performed by Richard Newall of One Voice Music. The more you practice these meditations, the closer you will connect with your Soul Purpose and your Team of Guides and Inspirers. Cost: CD £13.00 (including local and international postage. MP3 version coming soon, available via my website) contact me to purchase your CD info@rosemaryreadstarot.com
ASTROLOGICAL INFLUENCES FOR MARCH 20200
This month brings a plethora of significant astrological events, including three lunar events, two major cosmic conjunctions and the Spring Equinox. March promises to be one of the most eventful (astrologically speaking) months of the year. As March begins, there is a New Moon in Pisces, which is always a positive event. This lunation is one of the most auspicious of the entire year, bringing in the energy for long-term success in all types of relationships.
Make a note the days between March 2 and March 6, as these are some of the best days to sow the seeds of something new and significant, particularly regarding relationships.
New Moon in Pisces 2 March: The influence of the Pisces New Moon highlights the poet, the dreamer and the romantic in all of us. This is a great day upon which to meditate and to set your intentions for the coming month. Pisces, being a visionary sign, also lends its energy to making affirmations, visualisations and expressing our goals and wishes. Jupiter, the planet of expansion, optimism, good fortune, faith, philosophy, hope, knowledge, abundance, travel, opulence, generosity, conscience (which also rules Sagittarius), is present at this New Moon, as is Venus, the planet of love, lust, relationships, sociability, eroticism, feminine sexuality, harmony, charm, vanity, intimacy, beauty, gratification, rivalry, lasciviousness, voluptuousness. Phew, what a combination! As if that were not quite enough, we also have the planet of action, Mars, in the mix – so if you are looking to attract love, friendship or more abundance into your life, now is the perfect time to do so. Mars governs will, action, aggression, virility, self-preservation, lust, passion, male sexuality, energy, heat, anger, rage, impatience, machismo and vigour. You have been warned!
There will be four planets in Pisces by March 9, highlighting the urge to ‘get away from it all’, or at least to contemplate a holiday. This might well be the perfect time take a break. If you work creatively, the Piscean influence could lead to major inspiration. In particular, March 13 is an auspicious day on which to pursue any romantic or creative dreams.
The Full Moon in Virgo (chaste, reliable, modest) on March 18 brings in the opportunity to make major alterations in our lives, it may seem a mild-mannered Full Moon, but not so fast – we have Pluto’s influence as well. Pluto brings the energy of power (and the abuse of power), birth-death-rebirth, regeneration, illumination, transmutation, subversion, obsession, compulsion, the unconscious mind, decay, religious conversation, psychoanalysis. Under this lunation, an inner conflict between logic and emotions is certain to concern us. However, regardless of the pressure or uncertainty you may feel, listen to your heart and to your intuition. Pluto is all about transformation and these tend to be more psychological than physical. This is a time when we can evolve from the ‘what is in it for me’? mind-set to the ‘how can I serve’ mind-set. It is also a good influence under which to let go of being critical, either to others or to ourselves.
Two days later, on 20 March, we welcome the start of Aries season and the Spring Equinox. Our passions press for recognition and expression and our intuition will be heightened at this time. We now have the necessary cosmic influences to assist us in building the life we want. During the last few days of the month, there will be a powerful four planets in Aquarius, providing both logic and lending permanence to our efforts. Note March 28 as the best energy day to make a commitment on a relationship or to sign up to a business partnership.
ASTROLOGY & TAROT FOR YOUR SIGN
Aries This March your ruler, Mars, will be traveling very close to Venus all month. This influence assists with all endeavours relating to abundance (finance), love and creativity. Days on which to super boost your career, to be assertive and clear regarding your goals are 2 and 3 March. Supported by the energies in play you are well placed to request a pay increase, or apply for a new position or job. The first half of the month sees your intuition fizzing, it is a great time for meditation and connecting with your ‘inner knowing’, possibly exploring psychic or esoteric matters. When the sun enters your sign on 20 March, you’ll be ready to fully commit to your most desired aims and goals.
New Moon in Pisces 2 March: 12th House of Karma, Family Secrets, Reconnection, Reparation, Institutions, The Collective Unconscious, Matters ‘Behind The Scenes’: This energy affords the opportunity to atone for past misdemeanours, it also urges a closer spiritual connection. It may simply encourage a withdrawal, in order to ground and meditate.
Full Moon in Virgo 18 March: 6th House of Work, Service, Duty, Employment, Pets and Small Animals, Health & Diet: This house may seem unappealing as it deals with day to day routines and mundane matters, however, this is a great month to review your routines and eliminate or factor into you schedule healthier habits.
Tarot Card: The Hanged Man – The Hanged Man (ruled by Neptune, planet of inspiration, unboundedness, ecstasy, escapism, enlightenment, addiction, glamour, mysticism, sacrifice) is about surrender and possibly sacrifice. He hangs suspended from a tree in leaf, the bottom half of the Egyptian Ankh and The Tree of Life. If you turn him upright he reflect the posture of the card The World. He has yogic and occult symbolism. His legs make the figure 4 emphasising the material side of life, structure form and tradition.
His arms make a triangle, holy trinity, hence partnership but partnership with one’s self. Mind, body & spirit. His ‘halo’ or aura indicates thought processes, ideas and the calm expression on his face shows he is not in distress. The Hanged Man is about being ‘on hold’ possibly feeling ‘stuck’ as though nothing is happening – However, the brain activity is key and The Hanged Man is all about ‘turning matters on their head’. To me, his gift is that of preparation. Instead of feeling ‘stuck’ take control and prepare for when you are not ‘stuck’. Preparation is key. Allow yourself to see the bigger picture. Avoid complacency. Waiting may serve a purpose.
Taurus At the start of March the combination of Venus and Pluto could see you challenged and unsettled, however, this energy will quickly die down paving the way for a month in which you’ll be able to feel the tangible support of the universe for your career, particularly in the sphere of public visibility. Marsh in Aquarius supports your efforts. If you remain committed to your goals and network, network, network (your 11th House of community is activated this month) you’ll be able to make significant progress.
New Moon in Pisces 2 March: 11th House of Ideals, Altruism, Friends, Social Groups, Clubs, Hopes and Wishes: This is a very important time for manifesting – it also brings great opportunities to meet new people and form lasting bonds.
Full Moon in Virgo 18 March: 5th House of Self Expression. It also highlights children, love affaires, recreation, sports and hobbies and is overall a creative energy.
Tarot Card: Nine of Pentacles – Success and achievement of goals. Prosperity and comfort. Harvest, rest and relaxation. Solitary leisure, learning to be friends with – and to appreciate ones self. Renewal of the spirit, possible freelance or self employed work. More autonomy over your time.
Gemini This month the assembled planets activate your 20th House of career, be aware to stay focused as Pisces month lends itself to dreaming! The Full Moon on 18 March asks you to make a decision about where you place your energy, home life or career goals? The influences suggest paying more attention to your work life. The planetary alignment present between 17 and 20 March urge you to explore outside your comfort zone and pursue your most ardently desired goals, your success is supported.
New Moon in Pisces 2 March: 10th House of Ideals, Altruism, Friends, Social Groups, Clubs, Hopes and Wishes: This is a significant time for manifesting – it also brings great opportunities to meet new people and form lasting bonds. Pay attention to whom you meet this month!
Full Moon in Virgo 18 March: 4th House of Home, Family, Roots and Traditions: You are entering a cycle where a better work/life balance between is required. Observe family relationships and if they are not harmonious, now is the time to devote some energy into creating accord.
Tarot Card: Eight of Cups – Letting go in order to move on (may entail some form of loss). Realizing that something is no longer working. Walking away from that which no longer serves you. Withdrawing and taking stock. A new perspective. Commitment to new values. Stepping out towards a better future.
Cancer This month Pisces intuitive influence is boosting your the House of philosophy and travel. It’s energy urges you towards new thinking and new horizons. You may well follow the urge to explore new places, meet new people and welcome in new concepts. Travel and study are indicated. The Spring Equinox on 20 March encourages you to take advantage of a month long period in which you can really focus on your career. March 31 is the perfect day for a launch, pitch or expression of new ideas. If you plan your career strategy in detail, you can really make huge strides from this point in time. This may be an intense time but is also a time of significant progress.
New Moon in Pisces 2 March: 9th House of Goals, Aims, Direction, Higher Education, Philosophy, Foreign Trips, Ethics, Vision, Beliefs, Religion. The search for meaning and higher understanding.
Full Moon in Virgo 18 March: 3rd House of Communication, Talking, Writing, Short Journeys, Siblings, Neighbours and Community: Your communication skills are energised this month, ask yourself what is it you want? Then ask for it!
Tarot Card: Page of Swords – Pages are messengers. Challenging news, gossip, new ideas, troubled youth, immaturity, rebellion. Unexpected message, possibly something we don’t want to receive. Sophist, the thinker (hence ‘sophisticated), going against the grain, a free thinker. Be decisive; be true to your own word, apply logic and be prepared to respond to situations quickly.
Leo The Sun is your ruling planet and spends the majority of this month in Pisces. Under this energy you can dream, visualize, connect with your intuition and inner guidance and forge a greater intimacy with your own soul. This is a time when you can also create a greater closeness and commitment within relationships. It may not be the month in which attention to detail is easily achievable – however the Virgo Full Moon boosts abundance from unexpected sources.
New Moon in Pisces 2 March: 8th House of Interaction, Shared Resources, Regeneration, Sexual Union, Integration, Other peoples Money, Inheritance, Expanded Awareness and anything considered taboo.
Full Moon in Virgo 18 March: 2nd House of Sense of Value, Money, Earned Income, Property & Possessions: A balance is needed between what you do financially for others and what you do for yourself. If you are about to make a major purchase know that this energy supports
Tarot Card: Ace of Swords – The ‘Sword of Truth’. New Ideas, success. Mental clarity, discrimination and resolution. Using your intellect rationally and positively. Cutting old ties to forge ahead. Watch your health and stress levels.
Virgo The New Moon in Pisces on March 2 heralds an important new beginning to a significant relationship. You could be taking your special relationship to the next level. Between March 5 and March 13, and March 23 are incredibly well supported for either working with a coach or teacher who can assist you in achieving your most passionate goals or for starting a dating profile. This month’s Full Moon takes place in your sign, signalling the completion of a project that began six months ago. Time for a celebration!
New Moon in Pisces 2 March: 7th House of Partnerships, Matrimony, Other People, Legal Matters, Unity. Co-operation, competition and partners of every kind
Full Moon in Virgo 18 March: 1st House of Your Self, Physique, Outlook on Life, Personality: If you want to change the way others see you, or give yourself a makeover, now is the time to do so. Any affirmations you make during this month have extra energy to support them, so get going on those positive mantras!
Tarot Card: Ten of Pentacles – Financial and material stability, prosperity. Family and home. Domestic security. Traditions. Sometimes indicates family money/inheritance or unexpected gains. A sense of family solidarity.
Libra March opens with Venus (your ruler) aligned to Pluto. Be mindful of your interactions with others around this time. This may well be an intense time in relationships. However, if you feel the need to be more assertive, this is the influence under which to be so! The Virgo Full Moon on 18 March may well cause some deep subconscious matters to arise for healing, bringing you the opportunity to leave behind old insecurities. It may not be comfortable but it will certainly bring benefits and a ‘lightening of the load’. The advent of Aries season on 20 March brings you the energy under which to forge new partnerships and friendships, both business and social.
New Moon in Pisces 2 March: 6th House of Work, Service, Duty, Employment, Pets and Small Animals, Health & Diet: This house may seem unappealing as it deals with day to day routines and mundane matters, however, this is a great month to review your routines and eliminate or factor into your schedule healthier habits.
Full Moon in Virgo 18 March: 12th House of Karma, Family Secrets, Reconnection, Reparation, Institutions, The Collective Unconscious, Matters ‘Behind The Scenes’: This energy affords the opportunity to atone for past misdemeanours, it also urges a closer spiritual connection. It may simply encourage a withdrawal, in order to ground and meditate.
Tarot Card: Three of Pentacles – Early success in business ventures. Profitable work/business, particularly working with other people. Building, skill craftsmanship, also co-operation, teamwork, sources of good advice available. Possibly property matters.
Scorpio While on the one hand you may seek some solitude this month, you will also be fizzing on the relationship front. If single you’ll be riding a charisma wave, if partnered you’ll be looking to deepen your bond. Creativity, social interaction and fun are indicated but you’ll also need some time for reflection. You may need to set some clear boundaries in order to achieve this.
New Moon in Pisces 2 March: 5th House of Self Expression. It also highlights children, love affaires, recreation, sports and hobbies and is overall a creative energy.
Full Moon in Virgo 18 March: 11th House of Ideals, Altruism, Friends, Social Groups, Clubs, Hopes and Wishes: This is a very important time for manifesting – it also brings great opportunities to meet new people and form lasting bonds.
Tarot Card: Seven of Wands – Purpose, gaining advantage. Sticking to your guns. Possible jealousy and envy from others. Competition and competitive attitudes. Need to be careful and courageous to succeed. Defending yourself, making a stand. On the ‘high ground’, in a good position to succeed. The confidence to say ‘no’. Strength against adversaries. Writing and a need to express your more ‘eccentric’ traits.
Sagittarius Busy, busy! March is full on for you. Home and family are positively highlighted. If you are seeking to by a new home this is the best month of the year to put it into motion. On or about 18th March (Full Moon in Virgo), you may well be approached to work on a significant and important project. After 20 March when the sun enters Aries, you’ll be able to factor in more ‘down time’.
New Moon in Pisces 2 March: 4th House of Home, Family, Roots and Traditions: You are entering a cycle where a better work/life balance between is required. Observe family relationships and if they are not harmonious, now is the time to devote some energy into creating accord.
Full Moon in Virgo 18 March: 10th House of Ideals, Altruism, Friends, Social Groups, Clubs, Hopes and Wishes: This is a significant time for manifesting – it also brings great opportunities to meet new people and form lasting bonds. Pay attention to whom you meet this month!
Tarot Card: Two of Cups – Consolidating feelings, falling in love, seeing someone again after a first meeting. Harmony and understanding. Meeting of hearts and minds, coming together. Desire for a deeper union. A karmic and healing connection with another, intimacy (not necessarily romantic), total trust in a relationship.
Capricorn Venus, Mars and Pluto all meet up in your sign this month – wow! A significant relationship may be catapulted onto a new level and it is also likely that, on the work front, there may well be acknowledgement of your efforts, even promotion. Financially this is a good time to make investments or at least manage your budget, it also supports asking for a wage increase. Once Aries season begins on 20 March you’ll have more time to focus on domestic matters, you’ll be drawn to decorating and entertaining.
New Moon in Pisces 2 March: 3rd House of Communication, Talking, Writing, Short Journeys, Siblings, Neighbours and Community: Your communication skills are energised this month, ask yourself what is it you want? Then ask for it!
Full Moon in Virgo 18 March: 9th House of Goals, Aims, Direction, Higher Education, Philosophy, Foreign Trips, Ethics, Vision, Beliefs, Religion. Search for meaning and higher understanding.
Tarot Card: Ace of Wands – A new venture, a new creative start. Spiritual enlightenment. Primal power, Dynamism, sparks of new inspirational energy. The impetus to change. A phone call or a letter. Passion for the new. Enthusiasm and being able to take projects from idea to manifestation. Creativity on all levels.
Aquarius This month highlights financial success, supported by Jupiter (planet of expansion, optimism, good fortune, faith, philosophy, hope, knowledge, abundance, travel, opulence, generosity, conscience). This is the best time of the year for you to recalibrate your financial affairs. If you owe money, March 18 is the best day in which to make full payment, or to formulate a payment plan. About this time, it is also possible that you could be approached for a loan or tempted to make a major purchase, just be aware to really look into the viability of either option. March also encourages you to welcome in a ‘new you’ version of yourself that has been brewing beneath the surface for some time!
New Moon in Pisces 2 March: 2nd House of Sense of Value, Money, Earned Income, Property & Possessions: A balance is needed between what you do financially for others and what you do for yourself. If you are about to make a major purchase know that this energy supports the expenditure. It is also a great time to ask for a wage increase.
Full Moon in Virgo 18 March: 8th House of Interaction, Shared Resources, Regeneration, Sexual Union, Integration, Other peoples Money, Inheritance, Expanded Awareness and anything considered taboo.
Tarot Card: Four of Wands – Achievement and success. Possibly moving home, or changing job. Celebration and completion, reaping what you have sewn, harvest time. The establishing of a good basis for you future prosperity, a family event or celebration. Feeling proud of your achievements and feeling that responsibility is no longer a burden. Dumping emotional baggage.
Pisces This March both your first and second houses are activated. The first house deals with your self-image and the way in which you present yourself to the world, the second house is to do with property, possession, values including how you value yourself. With these two influences at play you might find that you yo-yo between the introvert and the extrovert within. This month also provides you with a great deal of inspiration and you may well need down time in which to process it all. March also herald the start of a 12 year cycle of growth and manifestation. Make a note of the dates between 5 and 13 March as these are among the most auspicious days of the year for you.
New Moon in Pisces 2 March: 2nd House of Sense of Value, Money, Earned Income, Property & Possessions: A balance is needed between what you do financially for others and what you do for yourself. If you are about to make a major purchase know that this energy supports the expenditure. It is also a great time to ask for a wage increase.
Full Moon in Virgo 18 March: 7th House of Partnerships, Matrimony, Other People, Legal Matters, Unity: Co-operation, competition and partners of every kind
Tarot Card: Two of Swords – Peace of mind after mental conflict. Truth, peace, peaceful resolution to a tense situation. Reconciliation between people. A need to find inner balance. Realising that decisions can be made intuitively. Can indicate the putting up of barriers or an unwillingness to make decisions, it requires getting to grips with difficult emotions.
Special Offer: My ‘Refer a Friend’ offer is back! Refer a friend, who then has a full 60 minute reading, and receive £5.00 off your next session.
Tarot Courses: I am now running ‘Beginners’ & ‘In Depth’ Tarot Courses, contact me for details.
Readings: I am offering readings via Zoom, Skype, WhatsApp, Facetime or phone. I hope to be able to offer Face to Face readings by the end of the month.
New! Meditation CD: My meditation CD ‘Soul Connections’ is now available. It contains three meditations. The first is ‘Soul Choices’, the second is ‘Communication With Guides & Inspirers’ and the last is a Healing Instrumental. The music is brilliantly composed and performed by Richard Newall of One Voice Music. The more you practice these meditations, the closer you will connect with your Soul Purpose and your Team of Guides and Inspirers. Cost: CD £13.00 (including local and international postage. MP3 version coming soon, available via my website) contact me to purchase your CD info@rosemaryredastarot.com
ASTROLOGY & TAROT FOR MARCH 2022
Hello everyone, although we are living in extremely uncertain times, the astrological outlook for March is surprisingly positive. One of the ways in which we can all assist in vanquishing the rise of darkness in Europe is to extend our prayers, healing thoughts and intentions for the restoration of peace. The more of us who focus this simple, yet effective practice towards the situation, the more potent it will be. All it takes is a little willingness and a commitment to do this for a few minutes each day.
Special Offer: My ‘Refer a Friend’ offer is back! Refer a friend, if they have a full 60 minute reading, you’ll receive £5.00 off your next session.
Tarot Courses: I am now running ‘Beginners’ & ‘In Depth’ Tarot Courses, contact me for details.
Readings: I am offering readings via Zoom, Skype, WhatsApp, Facetime or phone. I hope to be able to offer Face to Face readings by the end of the month.
Website: My website is undergoing a refresh, it is currently a ‘work in progress’ take a peek and let me know what you think!
New! Meditation CD: My meditation CD ‘Soul Connections’ is now available. It contains three meditations. The first is ‘Soul Choices’, the second is ‘Communication With Guides & Inspirers’ and the last is a Healing Instrumental. The music is brilliantly composed and performed by Richard Newall of One Voice Music. The more you practice these meditations, the closer you will connect with your Soul Purpose and your Team of Guides and Inspirers. Cost: CD £13.00 (including local and international postage. MP3 version coming soon, available via my website) contact me to purchase your CD info@rosemaryreadstarot.com
ASTROLOGICAL INFLUENCES FOR MARCH 20200
This month brings a plethora of significant astrological events, including three lunar events, two major cosmic conjunctions and the Spring Equinox. March promises to be one of the most eventful (astrologically speaking) months of the year. As March begins, there is a New Moon in Pisces, which is always a positive event. This lunation is one of the most auspicious of the entire year, bringing in the energy for long-term success in all types of relationships.
Make a note the days between March 2 and March 6, as these are some of the best days to sow the seeds of something new and significant, particularly regarding relationships.
New Moon in Pisces 2 March: The influence of the Pisces New Moon highlights the poet, the dreamer and the romantic in all of us. This is a great day upon which to meditate and to set your intentions for the coming month. Pisces, being a visionary sign, also lends its energy to making affirmations, visualisations and expressing our goals and wishes. Jupiter, the planet of expansion, optimism, good fortune, faith, philosophy, hope, knowledge, abundance, travel, opulence, generosity, conscience (which also rules Sagittarius), is present at this New Moon, as is Venus, the planet of love, lust, relationships, sociability, eroticism, feminine sexuality, harmony, charm, vanity, intimacy, beauty, gratification, rivalry, lasciviousness, voluptuousness. Phew, what a combination! As if that were not quite enough, we also have the planet of action, Mars, in the mix – so if you are looking to attract love, friendship or more abundance into your life, now is the perfect time to do so. Mars governs will, action, aggression, virility, self-preservation, lust, passion, male sexuality, energy, heat, anger, rage, impatience, machismo and vigour. You have been warned!
There will be four planets in Pisces by March 9, highlighting the urge to ‘get away from it all’, or at least to contemplate a holiday. This might well be the perfect time take a break. If you work creatively, the Piscean influence could lead to major inspiration. In particular, March 13 is an auspicious day on which to pursue any romantic or creative dreams.
The Full Moon in Virgo (chaste, reliable, modest) on March 18 brings in the opportunity to make major alterations in our lives, it may seem a mild-mannered Full Moon, but not so fast – we have Pluto’s influence as well. Pluto brings the energy of power (and the abuse of power), birth-death-rebirth, regeneration, illumination, transmutation, subversion, obsession, compulsion, the unconscious mind, decay, religious conversation, psychoanalysis. Under this lunation, an inner conflict between logic and emotions is certain to concern us. However, regardless of the pressure or uncertainty you may feel, listen to your heart and to your intuition. Pluto is all about transformation and these tend to be more psychological than physical. This is a time when we can evolve from the ‘what is in it for me’? mind-set to the ‘how can I serve’ mind-set. It is also a good influence under which to let go of being critical, either to others or to ourselves.
Two days later, on 20 March, we welcome the start of Aries season and the Spring Equinox. Our passions press for recognition and expression and our intuition will be heightened at this time. We now have the necessary cosmic influences to assist us in building the life we want. During the last few days of the month, there will be a powerful four planets in Aquarius, providing both logic and lending permanence to our efforts. Note March 28 as the best energy day to make a commitment on a relationship or to sign up to a business partnership.
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Aries This March your ruler, Mars, will be traveling very close to Venus all month. This influence assists with all endeavours relating to abundance (finance), love and creativity. Days on which to super boost your career, to be assertive and clear regarding your goals are 2 and 3 March. Supported by the energies in play you are well placed to request a pay increase, or apply for a new position or job. The first half of the month sees your intuition fizzing, it is a great time for meditation and connecting with your ‘inner knowing’, possibly exploring psychic or esoteric matters. When the sun enters your sign on 20 March, you’ll be ready to fully commit to your most desired aims and goals.
New Moon in Pisces 2 March: 12th House of Karma, Family Secrets, Reconnection, Reparation, Institutions, The Collective Unconscious, Matters ‘Behind The Scenes’: This energy affords the opportunity to atone for past misdemeanours, it also urges a closer spiritual connection. It may simply encourage a withdrawal, in order to ground and meditate.
Full Moon in Virgo 18 March: 6th House of Work, Service, Duty, Employment, Pets and Small Animals, Health & Diet: This house may seem unappealing as it deals with day to day routines and mundane matters, however, this is a great month to review your routines and eliminate or factor into you schedule healthier habits.
Tarot Card: The Hanged Man – The Hanged Man (ruled by Neptune, planet of inspiration, unboundedness, ecstasy, escapism, enlightenment, addiction, glamour, mysticism, sacrifice) is about surrender and possibly sacrifice. He hangs suspended from a tree in leaf, the bottom half of the Egyptian Ankh and The Tree of Life. If you turn him upright he reflect the posture of the card The World. He has yogic and occult symbolism. His legs make the figure 4 emphasising the material side of life, structure form and tradition.
His arms make a triangle, holy trinity, hence partnership but partnership with one’s self. Mind, body & spirit. His ‘halo’ or aura indicates thought processes, ideas and the calm expression on his face shows he is not in distress. The Hanged Man is about being ‘on hold’ possibly feeling ‘stuck’ as though nothing is happening – However, the brain activity is key and The Hanged Man is all about ‘turning matters on their head’. To me, his gift is that of preparation. Instead of feeling ‘stuck’ take control and prepare for when you are not ‘stuck’. Preparation is key. Allow yourself to see the bigger picture. Avoid complacency. Waiting may serve a purpose.
Taurus At the start of March the combination of Venus and Pluto could see you challenged and unsettled, however, this energy will quickly die down paving the way for a month in which you’ll be able to feel the tangible support of the universe for your career, particularly in the sphere of public visibility. Marsh in Aquarius supports your efforts. If you remain committed to your goals and network, network, network (your 11th House of community is activated this month) you’ll be able to make significant progress.
New Moon in Pisces 2 March: 11th House of Ideals, Altruism, Friends, Social Groups, Clubs, Hopes and Wishes: This is a very important time for manifesting – it also brings great opportunities to meet new people and form lasting bonds.
Full Moon in Virgo 18 March: 5th House of Self Expression. It also highlights children, love affaires, recreation, sports and hobbies and is overall a creative energy.
Tarot Card: Nine of Pentacles – Success and achievement of goals. Prosperity and comfort. Harvest, rest and relaxation. Solitary leisure, learning to be friends with – and to appreciate ones self. Renewal of the spirit, possible freelance or self employed work. More autonomy over your time.
Gemini This month the assembled planets activate your 20th House of career, be aware to stay focused as Pisces month lends itself to dreaming! The Full Moon on 18 March asks you to make a decision about where you place your energy, home life or career goals? The influences suggest paying more attention to your work life. The planetary alignment present between 17 and 20 March urge you to explore outside your comfort zone and pursue your most ardently desired goals, your success is supported.
New Moon in Pisces 2 March: 10th House of Ideals, Altruism, Friends, Social Groups, Clubs, Hopes and Wishes: This is a significant time for manifesting – it also brings great opportunities to meet new people and form lasting bonds. Pay attention to whom you meet this month!
Full Moon in Virgo 18 March: 4th House of Home, Family, Roots and Traditions: You are entering a cycle where a better work/life balance between is required. Observe family relationships and if they are not harmonious, now is the time to devote some energy into creating accord.
Tarot Card: Eight of Cups – Letting go in order to move on (may entail some form of loss). Realizing that something is no longer working. Walking away from that which no longer serves you. Withdrawing and taking stock. A new perspective. Commitment to new values. Stepping out towards a better future.
Cancer This month Pisces intuitive influence is boosting your the House of philosophy and travel. It’s energy urges you towards new thinking and new horizons. You may well follow the urge to explore new places, meet new people and welcome in new concepts. Travel and study are indicated. The Spring Equinox on 20 March encourages you to take advantage of a month long period in which you can really focus on your career. March 31 is the perfect day for a launch, pitch or expression of new ideas. If you plan your career strategy in detail, you can really make huge strides from this point in time. This may be an intense time but is also a time of significant progress.
New Moon in Pisces 2 March: 9th House of Goals, Aims, Direction, Higher Education, Philosophy, Foreign Trips, Ethics, Vision, Beliefs, Religion. The search for meaning and higher understanding.
Full Moon in Virgo 18 March: 3rd House of Communication, Talking, Writing, Short Journeys, Siblings, Neighbours and Community: Your communication skills are energised this month, ask yourself what is it you want? Then ask for it!
Tarot Card: Page of Swords – Pages are messengers. Challenging news, gossip, new ideas, troubled youth, immaturity, rebellion. Unexpected message, possibly something we don’t want to receive. Sophist, the thinker (hence ‘sophisticated), going against the grain, a free thinker. Be decisive; be true to your own word, apply logic and be prepared to respond to situations quickly.
Leo The Sun is your ruling planet and spends the majority of this month in Pisces. Under this energy you can dream, visualize, connect with your intuition and inner guidance and forge a greater intimacy with your own soul. This is a time when you can also create a greater closeness and commitment within relationships. It may not be the month in which attention to detail is easily achievable – however the Virgo Full Moon boosts abundance from unexpected sources.
New Moon in Pisces 2 March: 8th House of Interaction, Shared Resources, Regeneration, Sexual Union, Integration, Other peoples Money, Inheritance, Expanded Awareness and anything considered taboo.
Full Moon in Virgo 18 March: 2nd House of Sense of Value, Money, Earned Income, Property & Possessions: A balance is needed between what you do financially for others and what you do for yourself. If you are about to make a major purchase know that this energy supports
Tarot Card: Ace of Swords – The ‘Sword of Truth’. New Ideas, success. Mental clarity, discrimination and resolution. Using your intellect rationally and positively. Cutting old ties to forge ahead. Watch your health and stress levels.
Virgo The New Moon in Pisces on March 2 heralds an important new beginning to a significant relationship. You could be taking your special relationship to the next level. Between March 5 and March 13, and March 23 are incredibly well supported for either working with a coach or teacher who can assist you in achieving your most passionate goals or for starting a dating profile. This month’s Full Moon takes place in your sign, signalling the completion of a project that began six months ago. Time for a celebration!
New Moon in Pisces 2 March: 7th House of Partnerships, Matrimony, Other People, Legal Matters, Unity. Co-operation, competition and partners of every kind
Full Moon in Virgo 18 March: 1st House of Your Self, Physique, Outlook on Life, Personality: If you want to change the way others see you, or give yourself a makeover, now is the time to do so. Any affirmations you make during this month have extra energy to support them, so get going on those positive mantras!
Tarot Card: Ten of Pentacles – Financial and material stability, prosperity. Family and home. Domestic security. Traditions. Sometimes indicates family money/inheritance or unexpected gains. A sense of family solidarity.
Libra March opens with Venus (your ruler) aligned to Pluto. Be mindful of your interactions with others around this time. This may well be an intense time in relationships. However, if you feel the need to be more assertive, this is the influence under which to be so! The Virgo Full Moon on 18 March may well cause some deep subconscious matters to arise for healing, bringing you the opportunity to leave behind old insecurities. It may not be comfortable but it will certainly bring benefits and a ‘lightening of the load’. The advent of Aries season on 20 March brings you the energy under which to forge new partnerships and friendships, both business and social.
New Moon in Pisces 2 March: 6th House of Work, Service, Duty, Employment, Pets and Small Animals, Health & Diet: This house may seem unappealing as it deals with day to day routines and mundane matters, however, this is a great month to review your routines and eliminate or factor into your schedule healthier habits.
Full Moon in Virgo 18 March: 12th House of Karma, Family Secrets, Reconnection, Reparation, Institutions, The Collective Unconscious, Matters ‘Behind The Scenes’: This energy affords the opportunity to atone for past misdemeanours, it also urges a closer spiritual connection. It may simply encourage a withdrawal, in order to ground and meditate.
Tarot Card: Three of Pentacles – Early success in business ventures. Profitable work/business, particularly working with other people. Building, skill craftsmanship, also co-operation, teamwork, sources of good advice available. Possibly property matters.
Scorpio While on the one hand you may seek some solitude this month, you will also be fizzing on the relationship front. If single you’ll be riding a charisma wave, if partnered you’ll be looking to deepen your bond. Creativity, social interaction and fun are indicated but you’ll also need some time for reflection. You may need to set some clear boundaries in order to achieve this.
New Moon in Pisces 2 March: 5th House of Self Expression. It also highlights children, love affaires, recreation, sports and hobbies and is overall a creative energy.
Full Moon in Virgo 18 March: 11th House of Ideals, Altruism, Friends, Social Groups, Clubs, Hopes and Wishes: This is a very important time for manifesting – it also brings great opportunities to meet new people and form lasting bonds.
Tarot Card: Seven of Wands – Purpose, gaining advantage. Sticking to your guns. Possible jealousy and envy from others. Competition and competitive attitudes. Need to be careful and courageous to succeed. Defending yourself, making a stand. On the ‘high ground’, in a good position to succeed. The confidence to say ‘no’. Strength against adversaries. Writing and a need to express your more ‘eccentric’ traits.
Sagittarius Busy, busy! March is full on for you. Home and family are positively highlighted. If you are seeking to by a new home this is the best month of the year to put it into motion. On or about 18th March (Full Moon in Virgo), you may well be approached to work on a significant and important project. After 20 March when the sun enters Aries, you’ll be able to factor in more ‘down time’.
New Moon in Pisces 2 March: 4th House of Home, Family, Roots and Traditions: You are entering a cycle where a better work/life balance between is required. Observe family relationships and if they are not harmonious, now is the time to devote some energy into creating accord.
Full Moon in Virgo 18 March: 10th House of Ideals, Altruism, Friends, Social Groups, Clubs, Hopes and Wishes: This is a significant time for manifesting – it also brings great opportunities to meet new people and form lasting bonds. Pay attention to whom you meet this month!
Tarot Card: Two of Cups – Consolidating feelings, falling in love, seeing someone again after a first meeting. Harmony and understanding. Meeting of hearts and minds, coming together. Desire for a deeper union. A karmic and healing connection with another, intimacy (not necessarily romantic), total trust in a relationship.
Capricorn Venus, Mars and Pluto all meet up in your sign this month – wow! A significant relationship may be catapulted onto a new level and it is also likely that, on the work front, there may well be acknowledgement of your efforts, even promotion. Financially this is a good time to make investments or at least manage your budget, it also supports asking for a wage increase. Once Aries season begins on 20 March you’ll have more time to focus on domestic matters, you’ll be drawn to decorating and entertaining.
New Moon in Pisces 2 March: 3rd House of Communication, Talking, Writing, Short Journeys, Siblings, Neighbours and Community: Your communication skills are energised this month, ask yourself what is it you want? Then ask for it!
Full Moon in Virgo 18 March: 9th House of Goals, Aims, Direction, Higher Education, Philosophy, Foreign Trips, Ethics, Vision, Beliefs, Religion. Search for meaning and higher understanding.
Tarot Card: Ace of Wands – A new venture, a new creative start. Spiritual enlightenment. Primal power, Dynamism, sparks of new inspirational energy. The impetus to change. A phone call or a letter. Passion for the new. Enthusiasm and being able to take projects from idea to manifestation. Creativity on all levels.
Aquarius This month highlights financial success, supported by Jupiter (planet of expansion, optimism, good fortune, faith, philosophy, hope, knowledge, abundance, travel, opulence, generosity, conscience). This is the best time of the year for you to recalibrate your financial affairs. If you owe money, March 18 is the best day in which to make full payment, or to formulate a payment plan. About this time, it is also possible that you could be approached for a loan or tempted to make a major purchase, just be aware to really look into the viability of either option. March also encourages you to welcome in a ‘new you’ version of yourself that has been brewing beneath the surface for some time!
New Moon in Pisces 2 March: 2nd House of Sense of Value, Money, Earned Income, Property & Possessions: A balance is needed between what you do financially for others and what you do for yourself. If you are about to make a major purchase know that this energy supports the expenditure. It is also a great time to ask for a wage increase.
Full Moon in Virgo 18 March: 8th House of Interaction, Shared Resources, Regeneration, Sexual Union, Integration, Other peoples Money, Inheritance, Expanded Awareness and anything considered taboo.
Tarot Card: Four of Wands – Achievement and success. Possibly moving home, or changing job. Celebration and completion, reaping what you have sewn, harvest time. The establishing of a good basis for you future prosperity, a family event or celebration. Feeling proud of your achievements and feeling that responsibility is no longer a burden. Dumping emotional baggage.
Pisces This March both your first and second houses are activated. The first house deals with your self-image and the way in which you present yourself to the world, the second house is to do with property, possession, values including how you value yourself. With these two influences at play you might find that you yo-yo between the introvert and the extrovert within. This month also provides you with a great deal of inspiration and you may well need down time in which to process it all. March also herald the start of a 12 year cycle of growth and manifestation. Make a note of the dates between 5 and 13 March as these are among the most auspicious days of the year for you.
New Moon in Pisces 2 March: 2nd House of Sense of Value, Money, Earned Income, Property & Possessions: A balance is needed between what you do financially for others and what you do for yourself. If you are about to make a major purchase know that this energy supports the expenditure. It is also a great time to ask for a wage increase.
Full Moon in Virgo 18 March: 7th House of Partnerships, Matrimony, Other People, Legal Matters, Unity: Co-operation, competition and partners of every kind
Tarot Card: Two of Swords – Peace of mind after mental conflict. Truth, peace, peaceful resolution to a tense situation. Reconciliation between people. A need to find inner balance. Realising that decisions can be made intuitively. Can indicate the putting up of barriers or an unwillingness to make decisions, it requires getting to grips with difficult emotions.
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ASTROLOGY & TAROT FOR MARCH 2022
Hello everyone, although we are living in extremely uncertain times, the astrological outlook for March is surprisingly positive. One of the ways in which we can all assist in vanquishing the rise of darkness in Europe is to extend our prayers, healing thoughts and intentions for the restoration of peace. The more of us who focus this simple, yet effective practice towards the situation, the more potent it will be. All it takes is a little willingness and a commitment to do this for a few minutes each day.
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ASTROLOGICAL INFLUENCES FOR MARCH 20200
This month brings a plethora of significant astrological events, including three lunar events, two major cosmic conjunctions and the Spring Equinox. March promises to be one of the most eventful (astrologically speaking) months of the year. As March begins, there is a New Moon in Pisces, which is always a positive event. This lunation is one of the most auspicious of the entire year, bringing in the energy for long-term success in all types of relationships.
Make a note the days between March 2 and March 6, as these are some of the best days to sow the seeds of something new and significant, particularly regarding relationships.
New Moon in Pisces 2 March: The influence of the Pisces New Moon highlights the poet, the dreamer and the romantic in all of us. This is a great day upon which to meditate and to set your intentions for the coming month. Pisces, being a visionary sign, also lends its energy to making affirmations, visualisations and expressing our goals and wishes. Jupiter, the planet of expansion, optimism, good fortune, faith, philosophy, hope, knowledge, abundance, travel, opulence, generosity, conscience (which also rules Sagittarius), is present at this New Moon, as is Venus, the planet of love, lust, relationships, sociability, eroticism, feminine sexuality, harmony, charm, vanity, intimacy, beauty, gratification, rivalry, lasciviousness, voluptuousness. Phew, what a combination! As if that were not quite enough, we also have the planet of action, Mars, in the mix – so if you are looking to attract love, friendship or more abundance into your life, now is the perfect time to do so. Mars governs will, action, aggression, virility, self-preservation, lust, passion, male sexuality, energy, heat, anger, rage, impatience, machismo and vigour. You have been warned!
There will be four planets in Pisces by March 9, highlighting the urge to ‘get away from it all’, or at least to contemplate a holiday. This might well be the perfect time take a break. If you work creatively, the Piscean influence could lead to major inspiration. In particular, March 13 is an auspicious day on which to pursue any romantic or creative dreams.
The Full Moon in Virgo (chaste, reliable, modest) on March 18 brings in the opportunity to make major alterations in our lives, it may seem a mild-mannered Full Moon, but not so fast – we have Pluto’s influence as well. Pluto brings the energy of power (and the abuse of power), birth-death-rebirth, regeneration, illumination, transmutation, subversion, obsession, compulsion, the unconscious mind, decay, religious conversation, psychoanalysis. Under this lunation, an inner conflict between logic and emotions is certain to concern us. However, regardless of the pressure or uncertainty you may feel, listen to your heart and to your intuition. Pluto is all about transformation and these tend to be more psychological than physical. This is a time when we can evolve from the ‘what is in it for me’? mind-set to the ‘how can I serve’ mind-set. It is also a good influence under which to let go of being critical, either to others or to ourselves.
Two days later, on 20 March, we welcome the start of Aries season and the Spring Equinox. Our passions press for recognition and expression and our intuition will be heightened at this time. We now have the necessary cosmic influences to assist us in building the life we want. During the last few days of the month, there will be a powerful four planets in Aquarius, providing both logic and lending permanence to our efforts. Note March 28 as the best energy day to make a commitment on a relationship or to sign up to a business partnership.
ASTROLOGY & TAROT FOR YOUR SIGN
Aries This March your ruler, Mars, will be traveling very close to Venus all month. This influence assists with all endeavours relating to abundance (finance), love and creativity. Days on which to super boost your career, to be assertive and clear regarding your goals are 2 and 3 March. Supported by the energies in play you are well placed to request a pay increase, or apply for a new position or job. The first half of the month sees your intuition fizzing, it is a great time for meditation and connecting with your ‘inner knowing’, possibly exploring psychic or esoteric matters. When the sun enters your sign on 20 March, you’ll be ready to fully commit to your most desired aims and goals.
New Moon in Pisces 2 March: 12th House of Karma, Family Secrets, Reconnection, Reparation, Institutions, The Collective Unconscious, Matters ‘Behind The Scenes’: This energy affords the opportunity to atone for past misdemeanours, it also urges a closer spiritual connection. It may simply encourage a withdrawal, in order to ground and meditate.
Full Moon in Virgo 18 March: 6th House of Work, Service, Duty, Employment, Pets and Small Animals, Health & Diet: This house may seem unappealing as it deals with day to day routines and mundane matters, however, this is a great month to review your routines and eliminate or factor into you schedule healthier habits.
Tarot Card: The Hanged Man – The Hanged Man (ruled by Neptune, planet of inspiration, unboundedness, ecstasy, escapism, enlightenment, addiction, glamour, mysticism, sacrifice) is about surrender and possibly sacrifice. He hangs suspended from a tree in leaf, the bottom half of the Egyptian Ankh and The Tree of Life. If you turn him upright he reflect the posture of the card The World. He has yogic and occult symbolism. His legs make the figure 4 emphasising the material side of life, structure form and tradition.
His arms make a triangle, holy trinity, hence partnership but partnership with one’s self. Mind, body & spirit. His ‘halo’ or aura indicates thought processes, ideas and the calm expression on his face shows he is not in distress. The Hanged Man is about being ‘on hold’ possibly feeling ‘stuck’ as though nothing is happening – However, the brain activity is key and The Hanged Man is all about ‘turning matters on their head’. To me, his gift is that of preparation. Instead of feeling ‘stuck’ take control and prepare for when you are not ‘stuck’. Preparation is key. Allow yourself to see the bigger picture. Avoid complacency. Waiting may serve a purpose.
Taurus At the start of March the combination of Venus and Pluto could see you challenged and unsettled, however, this energy will quickly die down paving the way for a month in which you’ll be able to feel the tangible support of the universe for your career, particularly in the sphere of public visibility. Marsh in Aquarius supports your efforts. If you remain committed to your goals and network, network, network (your 11th House of community is activated this month) you’ll be able to make significant progress.
New Moon in Pisces 2 March: 11th House of Ideals, Altruism, Friends, Social Groups, Clubs, Hopes and Wishes: This is a very important time for manifesting – it also brings great opportunities to meet new people and form lasting bonds.
Full Moon in Virgo 18 March: 5th House of Self Expression. It also highlights children, love affaires, recreation, sports and hobbies and is overall a creative energy.
Tarot Card: Nine of Pentacles – Success and achievement of goals. Prosperity and comfort. Harvest, rest and relaxation. Solitary leisure, learning to be friends with – and to appreciate ones self. Renewal of the spirit, possible freelance or self employed work. More autonomy over your time.
Gemini This month the assembled planets activate your 20th House of career, be aware to stay focused as Pisces month lends itself to dreaming! The Full Moon on 18 March asks you to make a decision about where you place your energy, home life or career goals? The influences suggest paying more attention to your work life. The planetary alignment present between 17 and 20 March urge you to explore outside your comfort zone and pursue your most ardently desired goals, your success is supported.
New Moon in Pisces 2 March: 10th House of Ideals, Altruism, Friends, Social Groups, Clubs, Hopes and Wishes: This is a significant time for manifesting – it also brings great opportunities to meet new people and form lasting bonds. Pay attention to whom you meet this month!
Full Moon in Virgo 18 March: 4th House of Home, Family, Roots and Traditions: You are entering a cycle where a better work/life balance between is required. Observe family relationships and if they are not harmonious, now is the time to devote some energy into creating accord.
Tarot Card: Eight of Cups – Letting go in order to move on (may entail some form of loss). Realizing that something is no longer working. Walking away from that which no longer serves you. Withdrawing and taking stock. A new perspective. Commitment to new values. Stepping out towards a better future.
Cancer This month Pisces intuitive influence is boosting your the House of philosophy and travel. It’s energy urges you towards new thinking and new horizons. You may well follow the urge to explore new places, meet new people and welcome in new concepts. Travel and study are indicated. The Spring Equinox on 20 March encourages you to take advantage of a month long period in which you can really focus on your career. March 31 is the perfect day for a launch, pitch or expression of new ideas. If you plan your career strategy in detail, you can really make huge strides from this point in time. This may be an intense time but is also a time of significant progress.
New Moon in Pisces 2 March: 9th House of Goals, Aims, Direction, Higher Education, Philosophy, Foreign Trips, Ethics, Vision, Beliefs, Religion. The search for meaning and higher understanding.
Full Moon in Virgo 18 March: 3rd House of Communication, Talking, Writing, Short Journeys, Siblings, Neighbours and Community: Your communication skills are energised this month, ask yourself what is it you want? Then ask for it!
Tarot Card: Page of Swords – Pages are messengers. Challenging news, gossip, new ideas, troubled youth, immaturity, rebellion. Unexpected message, possibly something we don’t want to receive. Sophist, the thinker (hence ‘sophisticated), going against the grain, a free thinker. Be decisive; be true to your own word, apply logic and be prepared to respond to situations quickly.
Leo The Sun is your ruling planet and spends the majority of this month in Pisces. Under this energy you can dream, visualize, connect with your intuition and inner guidance and forge a greater intimacy with your own soul. This is a time when you can also create a greater closeness and commitment within relationships. It may not be the month in which attention to detail is easily achievable – however the Virgo Full Moon boosts abundance from unexpected sources.
New Moon in Pisces 2 March: 8th House of Interaction, Shared Resources, Regeneration, Sexual Union, Integration, Other peoples Money, Inheritance, Expanded Awareness and anything considered taboo.
Full Moon in Virgo 18 March: 2nd House of Sense of Value, Money, Earned Income, Property & Possessions: A balance is needed between what you do financially for others and what you do for yourself. If you are about to make a major purchase know that this energy supports
Tarot Card: Ace of Swords – The ‘Sword of Truth’. New Ideas, success. Mental clarity, discrimination and resolution. Using your intellect rationally and positively. Cutting old ties to forge ahead. Watch your health and stress levels.
Virgo The New Moon in Pisces on March 2 heralds an important new beginning to a significant relationship. You could be taking your special relationship to the next level. Between March 5 and March 13, and March 23 are incredibly well supported for either working with a coach or teacher who can assist you in achieving your most passionate goals or for starting a dating profile. This month’s Full Moon takes place in your sign, signalling the completion of a project that began six months ago. Time for a celebration!
New Moon in Pisces 2 March: 7th House of Partnerships, Matrimony, Other People, Legal Matters, Unity. Co-operation, competition and partners of every kind
Full Moon in Virgo 18 March: 1st House of Your Self, Physique, Outlook on Life, Personality: If you want to change the way others see you, or give yourself a makeover, now is the time to do so. Any affirmations you make during this month have extra energy to support them, so get going on those positive mantras!
Tarot Card: Ten of Pentacles – Financial and material stability, prosperity. Family and home. Domestic security. Traditions. Sometimes indicates family money/inheritance or unexpected gains. A sense of family solidarity.
Libra March opens with Venus (your ruler) aligned to Pluto. Be mindful of your interactions with others around this time. This may well be an intense time in relationships. However, if you feel the need to be more assertive, this is the influence under which to be so! The Virgo Full Moon on 18 March may well cause some deep subconscious matters to arise for healing, bringing you the opportunity to leave behind old insecurities. It may not be comfortable but it will certainly bring benefits and a ‘lightening of the load’. The advent of Aries season on 20 March brings you the energy under which to forge new partnerships and friendships, both business and social.
New Moon in Pisces 2 March: 6th House of Work, Service, Duty, Employment, Pets and Small Animals, Health & Diet: This house may seem unappealing as it deals with day to day routines and mundane matters, however, this is a great month to review your routines and eliminate or factor into your schedule healthier habits.
Full Moon in Virgo 18 March: 12th House of Karma, Family Secrets, Reconnection, Reparation, Institutions, The Collective Unconscious, Matters ‘Behind The Scenes’: This energy affords the opportunity to atone for past misdemeanours, it also urges a closer spiritual connection. It may simply encourage a withdrawal, in order to ground and meditate.
Tarot Card: Three of Pentacles – Early success in business ventures. Profitable work/business, particularly working with other people. Building, skill craftsmanship, also co-operation, teamwork, sources of good advice available. Possibly property matters.
Scorpio While on the one hand you may seek some solitude this month, you will also be fizzing on the relationship front. If single you’ll be riding a charisma wave, if partnered you’ll be looking to deepen your bond. Creativity, social interaction and fun are indicated but you’ll also need some time for reflection. You may need to set some clear boundaries in order to achieve this.
New Moon in Pisces 2 March: 5th House of Self Expression. It also highlights children, love affaires, recreation, sports and hobbies and is overall a creative energy.
Full Moon in Virgo 18 March: 11th House of Ideals, Altruism, Friends, Social Groups, Clubs, Hopes and Wishes: This is a very important time for manifesting – it also brings great opportunities to meet new people and form lasting bonds.
Tarot Card: Seven of Wands – Purpose, gaining advantage. Sticking to your guns. Possible jealousy and envy from others. Competition and competitive attitudes. Need to be careful and courageous to succeed. Defending yourself, making a stand. On the ‘high ground’, in a good position to succeed. The confidence to say ‘no’. Strength against adversaries. Writing and a need to express your more ‘eccentric’ traits.
Sagittarius Busy, busy! March is full on for you. Home and family are positively highlighted. If you are seeking to by a new home this is the best month of the year to put it into motion. On or about 18th March (Full Moon in Virgo), you may well be approached to work on a significant and important project. After 20 March when the sun enters Aries, you’ll be able to factor in more ‘down time’.
New Moon in Pisces 2 March: 4th House of Home, Family, Roots and Traditions: You are entering a cycle where a better work/life balance between is required. Observe family relationships and if they are not harmonious, now is the time to devote some energy into creating accord.
Full Moon in Virgo 18 March: 10th House of Ideals, Altruism, Friends, Social Groups, Clubs, Hopes and Wishes: This is a significant time for manifesting – it also brings great opportunities to meet new people and form lasting bonds. Pay attention to whom you meet this month!
Tarot Card: Two of Cups – Consolidating feelings, falling in love, seeing someone again after a first meeting. Harmony and understanding. Meeting of hearts and minds, coming together. Desire for a deeper union. A karmic and healing connection with another, intimacy (not necessarily romantic), total trust in a relationship.
Capricorn Venus, Mars and Pluto all meet up in your sign this month – wow! A significant relationship may be catapulted onto a new level and it is also likely that, on the work front, there may well be acknowledgement of your efforts, even promotion. Financially this is a good time to make investments or at least manage your budget, it also supports asking for a wage increase. Once Aries season begins on 20 March you’ll have more time to focus on domestic matters, you’ll be drawn to decorating and entertaining.
New Moon in Pisces 2 March: 3rd House of Communication, Talking, Writing, Short Journeys, Siblings, Neighbours and Community: Your communication skills are energised this month, ask yourself what is it you want? Then ask for it!
Full Moon in Virgo 18 March: 9th House of Goals, Aims, Direction, Higher Education, Philosophy, Foreign Trips, Ethics, Vision, Beliefs, Religion. Search for meaning and higher understanding.
Tarot Card: Ace of Wands – A new venture, a new creative start. Spiritual enlightenment. Primal power, Dynamism, sparks of new inspirational energy. The impetus to change. A phone call or a letter. Passion for the new. Enthusiasm and being able to take projects from idea to manifestation. Creativity on all levels.
Aquarius This month highlights financial success, supported by Jupiter (planet of expansion, optimism, good fortune, faith, philosophy, hope, knowledge, abundance, travel, opulence, generosity, conscience). This is the best time of the year for you to recalibrate your financial affairs. If you owe money, March 18 is the best day in which to make full payment, or to formulate a payment plan. About this time, it is also possible that you could be approached for a loan or tempted to make a major purchase, just be aware to really look into the viability of either option. March also encourages you to welcome in a ‘new you’ version of yourself that has been brewing beneath the surface for some time!
New Moon in Pisces 2 March: 2nd House of Sense of Value, Money, Earned Income, Property & Possessions: A balance is needed between what you do financially for others and what you do for yourself. If you are about to make a major purchase know that this energy supports the expenditure. It is also a great time to ask for a wage increase.
Full Moon in Virgo 18 March: 8th House of Interaction, Shared Resources, Regeneration, Sexual Union, Integration, Other peoples Money, Inheritance, Expanded Awareness and anything considered taboo.
Tarot Card: Four of Wands – Achievement and success. Possibly moving home, or changing job. Celebration and completion, reaping what you have sewn, harvest time. The establishing of a good basis for you future prosperity, a family event or celebration. Feeling proud of your achievements and feeling that responsibility is no longer a burden. Dumping emotional baggage.
Pisces This March both your first and second houses are activated. The first house deals with your self-image and the way in which you present yourself to the world, the second house is to do with property, possession, values including how you value yourself. With these two influences at play you might find that you yo-yo between the introvert and the extrovert within. This month also provides you with a great deal of inspiration and you may well need down time in which to process it all. March also herald the start of a 12 year cycle of growth and manifestation. Make a note of the dates between 5 and 13 March as these are among the most auspicious days of the year for you.
New Moon in Pisces 2 March: 2nd House of Sense of Value, Money, Earned Income, Property & Possessions: A balance is needed between what you do financially for others and what you do for yourself. If you are about to make a major purchase know that this energy supports the expenditure. It is also a great time to ask for a wage increase.
Full Moon in Virgo 18 March: 7th House of Partnerships, Matrimony, Other People, Legal Matters, Unity: Co-operation, competition and partners of every kind
Tarot Card: Two of Swords – Peace of mind after mental conflict. Truth, peace, peaceful resolution to a tense situation. Reconciliation between people. A need to find inner balance. Realising that decisions can be made intuitively. Can indicate the putting up of barriers or an unwillingness to make decisions, it requires getting to grips with difficult emotions.
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FEBRUARY 2022 ASTRO NEWS & TAROT CARD
Many of my clients like to have a January/February reading to get a ‘flavour’ of what the New Year holds for them. Booking is busy – so if you would like a ‘Year Ahead’ reading, please do book it soon!
Rosemary News: My fees increased slightly at the end of January 2022.
Special Offer: However, by popular demand, I have extended the Special Offer period: Purchase 3 x 60 minute readings at the old rate of £75 per reading, before 11th February 2022, you can spread these throughout the year and receive a half hour reading (worth £45) absolutely free! This is a saving of £75!
New! Meditation CD: My meditation CD ‘Soul Connections’ is now available. It contains three meditations. The first is ‘Soul Choices’, the second is ‘Communication With Guides & Inspirers’ and the last is a Healing Instrumental. The music is brilliantly composed and performed by Richard Newall of One Voice Music. The more you practice these meditations, the closer you will connect with your Soul Purpose and your Team of Guides and Inspirers. Cost: £13.00 (including postage), contact me to purchase your CD info@rosemaryreadstarot.com
FEBRUARY 2022 ASTROLOGY
February opens on a responsible vibration with the New Moon in Aquarius on February 1st. This New Moon brings fresh opportunities to dream big, plan far ahead and focus on your goals in order to progress them.
The New Moon is the start of the monthly lunar cycle, heralding new beginnings, fresh starts and new endeavours. The Aquarius New Moon will be the most powerful of the year and is an ideal time to work on manifesting what you truly want, to establish new rules for yourself, to connect more with your communities, to embrace the eccentric and the unusual. So, begin that new project, set your goals and intentions, put energy and focus into your future. This is a perfect opportunity to break out of old outmoded ruts, habits or relationships and to embrace the excitement of the new and – as yet unknown.
The stern planet Saturn (ruler of Aquarius) joins the Sun and Moon, bringing us both resolve and an ability to ‘think outside the box’ and to disregard others expectations of what we ‘should’ be, do, say or think and to become more progressive in our own thinking.
Resolve now to devote real time and effort, and we can manifest our most innovative visions under this New Moon. Saturn’s serious and wise influence reminds us that we have to be diligent and to have patience in order to bring about our aims and desires. The visionary energy of Aquarius assists us to remain inspired.
In addition, this New Moon on 1stFebruary coincides with the Chinese New Year, the year of the Water Tiger “In 2022, the energy of the Tiger will be about making big changes, having more fun, and welcoming new adventures,” astrologer Narayan Montufar, author of ‘Moon Signs: Unlock You Inner Luminary Power’ says “In western astrology, the spiritual meaning of this new moon is very similar — it’s ideal for breaking away from the old and inviting in the new, while building foundations that are more aligned with who we are becoming.”
All of this is the perfect mix for encouraging us all towards radical changes.
The planet of Communication, Mercury, the messenger, (travel, learning, knowledge, reason, eloquence, cunning, perception, coordination, intellect, speech, gossip, writing) turns stationary again on 4thFebruary.
Communication, travel and trust may all have gone slightly awry under the retrograde phase, now these errors can be put to rights.
On 14thFebruary Mercury enters Aquarius, this is an optimistic energy bringing greater social interaction and innovative ideas.
February 16thbrings us the Full Moon in Leo. It is the ideal time to conclude any creative projects and you may well find that you are in the spotlight, or at least receiving some attention because of it. This Full Moon has the energy of fire, not only that, it takes place just prior to a very harmonious alignment between Jupiter and Uranus. All of this is an invitation to give up ‘pride’ and ‘control’ and to bring in more trust.
The Sun enters Pisces on 18thFebruary triggering our empathetic side, heightening intuition and drawing us towards music, literature and spiritual pursuits.
FEBRUARY FOR YOUR SIGN & TAROT CARD OF THE MONTH
* NB: This month I have been drawn to using only the Major Arcana
Aries: This month the focus will be on group projects, use your passion and enthusiasm to inspire and energise those around you. This is the ideal time to be the leader of your co-workers, your friends, or your community to steer them towards success. Your efforts now will bring acknowledgment and endorsement in the future. Do share the spotlight with those who have also contributed to making your goals manifest. This New Moon is highlighting your friendships, old and new. It’s a great time to participate in any activity that involves others. This will bring a sense of community and solidarity.
New Moon 1stFebruary – 11thHouse of Ideals, Altruism, Friends, Social Groups, Clubs, Hopes and Wishes: This is a very important time for manifesting – it also brings great opportunities to meet new people and form lasting bonds.
Full Moon 16thFebruary – 5thHouse of Self Expression. It also highlights children, love affaires, recreation, sports and hobbies and is overall a creative energy.
Tarot Card: The Hermit – is inwardly focused and private. Solitary, yet not necessarily lonely, independent and secluded. He gives and receives spiritual guidance. He highlights our ability to be at home in our own company, indicating withdrawal for contemplation, discovering ones own spiritual philosophy. He highlights the attributes of discernment, and discrimination. He indicates possible withdrawal from a relationship, a search for inner wisdom and direction. The Hermits sign is Virgo: Virginal, chaste and pure. Analytical, modest, meticulous, fussy. Overly critical, yet good communicators – loving ‘beneath the surface’. Seeking a mentor or wise counselor is indicated. Be ready to listen and ask you own inner self what feels right. Patience and quiet times. Higher influences will arrive in your life, Guardians, Guides, Higher Self, your Own Soul. This is a time of personal growth and maturity. Calm self-knowledge and breaking away from outside influences. Also a council against over analysis of a situation and more intuiting. The Hermit encourages us to have faith in our innate wisdom, experience, intelligence and intuition, he urges us to use these attributes as our ‘guiding light’.
Taurus: This is a great month for following your dreams and goals, no matter how far out of reach they may seem. You may find it hard to focus but you’ll reap great benefit if you allow yourself to remain ambitious, yet unfazed. With all of this going on, you’ll need to factor in some self-care and down time to keep the ‘batteries charged’. Under this lunation, your career zone is being lit up, so be bold, step out of your comfort zone and ‘take uncomfortable action’ toward your goals. It is also the perfect time to initiate a new project.
New Moon 1stFebruary – 10thHouse of Ideals, Altruism, Friends, Social Groups, Clubs, Hopes and Wishes: This is a significant time for manifesting – it also brings great opportunities to meet new people and form lasting bonds. Pay attention to whom you meet this month!
Full Moon 16thFebruary – 4thHouse of Home, Family, Roots and Traditions: You are entering a cycle where a better work/life balance between is required. Observe family relationships and if they are not harmonious, now is the time to devote some energy into creating accord.
Tarot Card: The Magician – is the achiever. The Magician is a great ‘manifester’. Flexibility, communication and an understanding of your own abilities and potentials are indicated here. Some refer to it as The Actors Card as there is a sense of performance, although this may be performing with ones abilities to a certain standard rather than performance in the sense of entertainment or teaching. The Magician also signifies masculine sexual energy and creativity. The figure points both to earth and sky and is crowned with the ‘8’, the symbol of infinity, so on some level he is grounded yet spiritual and in touch with both. He is holding a baton or wand indicating his power to achieve what he sets out to do. In some decks he wears a belt depicting snake biting its own tail, this is about renewal and the continuation of the soul. Adaptability, ability to listen, combining skills, invention, enterprise, quick-witted decision-making, creative imagination. Consciousness, meaning, direction. This is good time to take on training or learn something new. Prepare and get ready for self-made opportunities. Your skills are appreciated and your confidence increases. Strong, capable, alert and motivated. Do not settle for terms you don’t agree with or make commitments you know aren’t right.
Gemini: It does seem highly likely that you’ll receive some information this month that will have a profound and positive effect on your day-to-day living. Mercury (your ruler) ends its retrograde phase this month, freeing you to look for new adventure, new stimulation. You may well make some travel plans and take on some study that you’ve long intended to explore. This is a great month to join a group that exchanges opinions and ideas, your intellect is super charged and you’ll be able to communicate clearly and with passion. You may well find some of your core beliefs shifting under this New Moon.
New Moon 1stFebruary – 9thHouse of Ideals, Altruism, Friends, Social Groups, Clubs, Hopes and Wishes: This is a significant time for manifesting – it also brings great opportunities to meet new people and form lasting bonds. Pay attention to whom you meet this month!
Full Moon 16thFebruary – 3rdHouse of Communication, Talking, Writing, Short Journeys, Siblings, Neighbours and Community: Your communication skills are energised this month, ask yourself what is it you want? Then ask for it!
Tarot Card: Justice The imagery is of Justitia from the Greek Titanis Themis, originally the image was blindfolded, denoting that the law does not discriminate. The number 11 is a ‘master number’ and relates to the psychic, thus Justice is required to ‘see’ and so she is not blindfolded in the Tarot. The upward pointed sward indicates resolve and the ability to piece illusion to gain the ‘heart of the matter’. The two edged sword symbolises choice, the figure has one foot visible and one foot hidden in her robe. Feet are about stance and stand point. We are formed by the actions we have taken in the past and will be by those we choose in the future. Taking a rational view is essential. Diplomacy. Tact. Arbitration and peace-keeping. Objective thinking, interaction and communication. Accepting the truth, taking responsibility for your choices, looking at both sides of an argument. Weighing things up, justice, morality law and order, legal matters. Take advice before making a decision. Compromise may need to be considered. Apologies may be required. She may indicate the commencement of a new professional engagement or contract.
Cancer: This month is all about how you connect with others. The crab can sometimes remain in his shell, but this is a time to come out, be bold and connect with other people. Seek out the like-minded and you’ll be pleasantly surprised. Try not to pre-judge others, give them a chance and you’ll find that certain individuals will grow on you. There is a potential to form long-lasting friendships or perhaps something more this month…do not allow past trust issues to hold you back, you’re being urged to navigate your way past the past! Your intuition is super charged this month, so trust it. Go with your gut and you’ll be amazed at the results. Your soul and your psyche know what is best for you.
New Moon 1stFebruary 8thHouse of Goals, Aims, Direction, Higher Education, Philosophy, Foreign Trips, Ethics, Vision, Beliefs, Religion. The search for meaning and higher understanding.
Full Moon 16thFebruary – 2ndHouse of Sense of Value, Money, Earned Income, Property & Possessions: A balance is needed between what you do financially for others and what you do for yourself. If you are about to make a major purchase know that this energy supports the expenditure. It is also a great time to ask for a wage increase.
Tarot Card: The Moon – Culmination and synthesis of all previous experiences. Spiritual knowledge from understanding. Compassion, enlightenment. Prepare for a new cycle, fate, self-awareness.
The Moon is governed by the sign of Pieces, sensitive, artistic, imaginative, intuitive, kind and sometimes over-sensitive. The moon as full and crescent indicates the transitory nature of all things. It also encourages paying attention to ones intuition, perception and dreams. The Moon represents the feminine, mysterious, intuitive, goddess. The Moon warns against being taken in by illusion. Sometimes the moon brings us confusion, apprehension or worry but notice the crayfish emerging from the water. Water symbolises the sub-conscious and so the crayfish is facilitating the emergence of the sub-conscious into the conscious mind. The dogs indicate creativity and the path is the path you instinctively know you must follow from the core of your individuality. A complex card, the Moon also deals with our sense of security. Trust in the ‘deeper realms’ particularly your own ‘inner voice’. Be aware o the possibility of self-deception. A good time to explore spiritual knowledge. Coincidences and ‘magic’ may happen around you, a creative time and encouragement to ‘know thyself’.
Leo: If partnered, February encourages you to be open to taking your relationship to the next level, weather that is newfound trust, a deeper sense of intimacy or a greater commitment. If single, remain open to the possibility of meeting someone with whom you resonate. The New Moon is taking place in your relationship zone. Whatever the case, this month you’ll receive support from others but don’t let that make you complacent. Keep your inner fire burning! You are in an ideal place to commit to others, weather in business or romance, don’t let self-doubt hold you back.
New Moon 1stFebruary 7thHouse of Partnerships, Matrimony, Other People, Legal Matters, Unity: The New Moon is in your love zone this month. Co-operation, competition and partners of every kind
Full Moon 16thFebruary – 1stHouse of Your Self, Physique, Outlook on Life, Personality: If you want to change the way others see you, or give yourself an makeover, now is the time to do so. Any affirmations you make during this month have extra energy to support them, so get going on those positive mantras!
Tarot Card: Wheel of Fortune – Opportunity, chance, good fortune, inevitability, luck, timing, destiny. CHANGE! Steady movement and progress. Synchronicity and coincidence, taking advantage of opportunities.A new phase of life begins, embrace it! The wheel may signify a new relationship OR infatuation, how you respond is up to you…. Change for the better. Positive thinking, you CAN make it happen. Now is the right time. A turning point in your life, help coming to you.
Jupiter rules this card: Jupiter was once ruler of the Gods. Optimism, justice, expansion of knowledge, new learning, justice. Also watch for over indulgence!
Virgo: This month is all about your daily routines and your health and well-being. Try taking your focus from the cerebral to the physical and if you offer help to others or volunteer, you’ll reduce your stress-levels as your focus will be outside rather than introspective. Implementing a routine will assist in achieving your goals, there is also an emphasis on the new. Why not try a new restaurant, new workout, a new self-care regimen. Aim for and maintain healthy habits, which includes navigating away from toxic people!
New Moon 1stFebruary 6thHouse of Work, Service, Duty, Employment, Pets and Small Animals, Health & Diet: This house may seem unappealing as it deals with day to day routines and mundane matters, however, this is a great month to review your routines and eliminate or factor into you schedule healthier habits.
Full Moon 16thFebruary – 12thHouse of Karma, Family Secrets, Reconnection, Reparation, Institutions, The Collective Unconscious, Matters ‘Behind The Scenes’: This energy affords the opportunity to atone for past misdemeanours, it also urges a closer spiritual connection. It may simply encourage a withdrawal, in order to ground and meditate.
Tarot Card: The Hanged man is about surrender and possibly sacrifice. He hangs suspended from a tree in leaf, the bottom half of the Egyptian Ankh and The Tree of Life. If you turn him upright he reflect the posture of the card The World. He has yogic and occult symbolism. His legs make the figure 4 emphasising the material side of life, structure form and tradition. His arms make a triangle, holy trinity, hence partnership but partnership with one’s self. Mind, body & spirit. His ‘halo’ or aura indicates thought processes, ideas and the calm expression on his face shows he is not in distress. The Hanged Man is about being ‘on hold’ possibly feeling ‘stuck’ as though nothing is happening – however, the brain activity is key and The Hanged Man is all about ‘turning matters on their head’. To me, his gift is that of preparation. Instead of feeling ‘stuck’ take control and prepare for when you are not ‘stuck’. Preparation is key. Allow yourself to see the bigger picture. Avoid complacency. Waiting may serve a purpose.
Libra: Others can really benefit from your experience of overcoming challenges. Consider a blog, or just communicating with those who are in similar states just how you navigated your way through the tough times. You are more of an inspirer than you know. You do have the ability to inspire others, weather it is through your love of art and creativity or in the way you interact with your community. This month may see friendships concluding and others beginning. Your ruler, Venus, ceased its retrograde phase on 29thJanuary, therefore you may find your emotions heightened and you may be ’wearing your heart on your sleeve’. If certain people leave your life try not to grieve, it is simply that you have both learned what you needed to from that association, remember others will be stepping in, bringing new experiences, laughter and bonding.
New Moon 1stFebruary – 5thHouse of Self Expression. It also highlights children, love affaires, recreation, sports and hobbies and is overall a creative energy.
Full Moon 16thFebruary – 11thHouse of Ideals, Altruism, Friends, Social Groups, Clubs, Hopes and Wishes: This is a very important time for manifesting – it also brings great opportunities to meet new people and form lasting bonds.
Tarot Card: Death (Transformation) This card should be taken metaphorically, not literally. Many people are alarmed by the symbolism and require reassurance. Transition, moving on, change freedom & metamorphosis. Letting go, like a snake shedding its skin. Moving forward organically. Change, new beginnings and endings. The end of an old cycle and the start of a new phase. Let go of the past, don’t fear being true to yourself. Deep thinking, private, intense, passionate and prone to jealousy. The ability to strike out. Major change is heralded by this card. Go with the flow. Leaving home, parenthood and moving can be indicated by Death. We all experience many major changes in our lives so the Death card will turn up from time to time. Let go of the past, welcome a new cycle, a parting of the ways, one door closes, another door opens.
Scorpio: This month, the more stable your personal life, the better the foundation for making progress in your career. Now is the time to commit to ‘clearing the clutter’ and any negative energy in your domestic environment. This will bring greater clarity in your business thought processes. Putting yourself and your ambitions first may not sit well with others, however, it will provide you with the mental clarity you need to further your aims. Chosen friends are also ‘family’. Surround yourself with the people who make you feel comfortable and at home in your own skin.
New Moon 1stFebruary – 4thHouse of Home, Family, Roots and Traditions: You are entering a cycle where a better work/life balance between is required. Observe family relationships and if they are not harmonious, now is the time to devote some energy into creating accord.
Full Moon 16thFebruary – 10thHouse of Ideals, Altruism, Friends, Social Groups, Clubs, Hopes and Wishes: This is a significant time for manifesting – it also brings great opportunities to meet new people and form lasting bonds. Pay attention to whom you meet this month!
Tarot Card: Temperance The word ‘temperance’ comes from the Latin ‘temperer’ which means to ‘mix’ or to or ‘to combine properly’. Notice that the angel is mixing water between the cups but the flow of water is physically impossible, as the lower cup is not directly beneath the upper. This suggests that the character of Temperance has achieved a ‘magical’ balance. Also the angel has one foot in water. Water is symbolic of feelings, emotions and the sub-conscious so again there is a dialogue between the physical and emotional/spiritual worlds. This indicates a character who has achieved a certain sense of harmony, of balance within themselves and they are comfortable with who they are and how they respond to challenges. The yellow Iris, in the language of flowers, suggests ‘Good News’ it is also the national flower of France and was an element of the royal coat of arms. The path leading to the sun between two peaks indicates that there is always an alternative way/view and by taking ‘the middle way’, the more balanced view – one will reach the desired outcome. The triangle on the angels robe indicates that mind, body and spirit are in accord. The halo or aura shows mental activity that is blended, mixed and ‘properly combined’. Staying calm and getting life into perspective facilitates progress. The ability to mix the various elements may bring forth new ideas. It is a time to heal wounds, mend hurts, be forgiving and act with grace. Moderation in all things is required. Compromise, resolution and mediation. Having the willingness to work with diverse aspects to achieve harmony.
Sagittarius: This is charisma month for you! You’ll find you are much in demand and your opinion and mediation skills are being sought on a variety of issues. Others will look to you to take the lead in certain situations and your social life will flourish. Remember to be both ‘teacher and student’, we always learn from others. This is an energising New Moon and it ends the Mercury Retrograde phase that put such a spoke in your wheels, now you can get to grips with projects and set up a new daily routine that will assist in furthering your goals and desires.
New Moon 1stFebruary – 3rdHouse of Communication, Talking, Writing, Short Journeys, Siblings, Neighbours and Community: Your communication skills are energised this month, ask yourself what is it you want? Then ask for it!
Full Moon 16thFebruary – 9thHouse of Ideals, Altruism, Friends, Social Groups, Clubs, Hopes and Wishes: This is a significant time for manifesting – it also brings great opportunities to meet new people and form lasting bonds. Pay attention to whom you meet this month!
Tarot Card: The Empress – Abundance, creativity, harmony and union. Matriarchal figure. Maturity, healing, love of home, garden, countryside and simple pleasures. She is wise and understands the value of love. Venus relates to love, sex, marriage, possessions and money and how we deal with those areas of our life. Indicates our attitude to and what we expect from marriage also personal relationships, be they personal or business. Mother figures are important in your life. Focus on beauty, harmony with the natural world. Sensual awareness and luxury. She is associated with Ishtar, Aphrodite and Erzulie, all of whom are quite grand. They also signify a passionate approach to life. The goddess aspect of The Empress is associated with agriculture, hence the grain at the feet. In Europe she was ‘The Corn Goddess’. Her crown is of 12 stars, the zodiac, her necklace is nine pearls for the 9 planets. She is literally wearing the cosmos as her jewelry! She can indicate great satisfaction on all levels but also the stubborn insistence on a purely emotional approach – which is not always productive. Whichever way you look at her, she is a ‘force of nature’.
Capricorn: This February you may well be inspired to explore a new income stream. When opportunities present, don’t hesitate! This is the ideal time to boost your income. Embrace these unexpected, innovative and optimistic opportunities and you will be well on the way to making a secure and financially comfortable future. It may have been a slow start to the year, with both Venus and Mercury Retrograde, but it is now speeding up, focus on moving forward with confidence and look at every opportunity that presents. You’ll be so glad you did.
New Moon 1stFebruary – 2ndHouse of Sense of Value, Money, Earned Income, Property & Possessions: A balance is needed between what you do financially for others and what you do for yourself. If you are about to make a major purchase know that this energy supports the expenditure. It is also a great time to ask for a wage increase.
Full Moon 16thFebruary – 8thHouse of Goals, Aims, Direction, Higher Education, Philosophy, Foreign Trips, Ethics, Vision, Beliefs, Religion. The search for meaning and higher understanding.
Tarot Card: The Tower 16 the number of this card, added thus 1+6 = 7, Seven planets, the seven seas, the seven vices and deadly sins. The completion of a cycle. Assessing things rationally, a sense of destiny. Preparation and initiative. Mars, ruler of this card, is the planet of war, action and assertiveness. The influence of Mars in yourlife can leave others shocked or shaken! This card indicates some form of disruption that we perceive as outside our ability to control. However, it is not necessarily as dramatic or negative as the cards imagery suggests. The disruption may happen suddenly, unexpectedly and yet it gives us the opportunity to view matters from a different perspective, a catalyst that leads to some form of liberation, possibly from self-imposed restrictions. It is a harbinger of some form of enlightenment, of ‘seeing the light’, the ‘scales fall from your eyes’, gaining clear insight. Notice that the drops of fire falling around the tower are not actually flames, they are the Hebrew letter ‘yod’ the first letter of God’s name symbolizing not anger but grace. So the card suggests disruption, shock or dramatic change – however, swift and sensible action can minimise the impact and indeed, lead to greater freedom.
Aquarius: February sees you veering towards reconnecting with those things that really support who you are at your core. The authentic you needs to chase a long-held dream, to reassess and make over your style, to incorporate healthy life-enhancing habits. You’ll also find that you can balance focusing on your relationships with maintaining your independence. Both you and your partner (if you have one) are individuals and need space to grow. It is your birthday month and the energy offers you the chance to make a new fresh start, to embrace your charming eccentricity and ramp up your confidence. Set high standards, go for it and believe you can achieve! You really can….
New Moon 1stFebruary 1stHouse of Your Self, Physique, Outlook on Life, Personality: If you want to change the way others see you, or give yourself an makeover, now is the time to do so. Any affirmations you make during this month have extra energy to support them, so get going on those positive mantras!
Full Moon 16thFebruary – 7thHouse of Partnerships, Matrimony, Other People, Legal Matters, Unity: The New Moon is in your love zone this month. Co-operation, competition and partners of every kind
Tarot Card: Judgement – Receptive, balance, partnership, unity & co-operation. Pluto, ruling planet for this card, can be a demanding planet. It takes 248 years to complete an orbit and rules Scorpio. Its watchwords are power, regeneration, elimination, taboo, transmutation, subversion, obsession. Judgement is a karmic card. The phoenix rises from the ashes (Scorpio is all about transformation), a new start is offered. Rebirth, rising above, regeneration, recovery. What goes around comes around. Judgement comes from a higher place, not from mankind. Break through and break free, put your foot down, speak from the core of your integrity. Make more of yourself and welcome fresh chances. Taking responsibility for your actions. Reap the reward of past actions, a new cycle, a new project, time to reinvent yourself. Feeling more comfortable ‘in your own skin’. A new-found appreciation of yourself.
Pisces: Known for your empathy and intuition, this month you will receive acknowledgement for the way in which you support others. However, it is important to maintain awareness of your own personal freedom. It may be that you need to implement stronger boundaries, by all means give to others, but in the process don’t take away from yourself. This New Moon brings Pisces into a phase of introspection. This assists you to see yourself with greater clarity and identify your most immediate needs. This is the ideal time to project your intentions out into the Universe, particularly under the influence of the Aquarius New Moon on 1stFebruary. If you are so inclined, make a list of your wishes, make affirmations around them and perform a ritual on 1stFebruary to boost your aims and goals. This brings your desires closer to you.
New Moon 1stFebruary 12thHouse of Karma, Family Secrets, Reconnection, Reparation, Institutions, The Collective Unconscious, Matters ‘Behind The Scenes’: This energy affords the opportunity to atone for past misdemeanours, it also urges a closer spiritual connection. It may simply encourage a withdrawal, in order to ground and meditate.
Full Moon 16thFebruary – 6thHouse of Work, Service, Duty, Employment, Pets and Small Animals, Health & Diet: This house may seem unappealing as it deals with day to day routines and mundane matters, however, this is a great month to review your routines and eliminate or factor into your schedule healthier habits.
Tarot Card: The Star – The Cards number is 17, 1+7 = 8. This is a most significant number in Tarot. Remember the 3 cards crowned with the symbol of infinity or 8 on its side. The Magician, Strength and the Two of Pentacles. It indicates power, karma (reap as you sow), evolution and moving on. 17 denotes the unconscious activated. The Star resides under the auspicious sign of Aquarius, the water bearer of the Egyptian God of the Nile, Hap. In Greek mythology he was Ganymede who made it rain and poured wine for the Gods. Ganymede also represents caring service to others, honesty and humanitarianism. The bird in the image is an Ibis, another Egyptian symbol of the God Thoth. He was the original inspirer for arts of all kinds. The star is a joyful card of reflection, renewal and hope. Renewal of mind, body and spirit. The dawn of new optimism. Knowing that you will be successful. New trust in a relationship. It represents the heavenly bodies that guide us and strengthens our ability to be in touch with that guidance. Elegance, peace and tranquility. Self-belief in your better qualities. Shine like the star you know you are! It is a calling for self-healing and trusting that the heavenly bodies (cosmos & planets) are assisting you. Make a sincere wish and have faith in a beneficial outcome. It also indicates a willingness to do things slightly or even greatly differently.
