HAPPY HERMES, THE ISLAND ASTROLOGER: Just Keep Swimming
If you’re feeling underwater, at the whims of the waves, or sailing smoothly, you’re experiencing the emotionality of this watery sky with the rest of us. The water signs of Pisces and Cancer feature predominantly this week, prompting us to tap into our hearts and empathic faculties in heightened ways. You know what would do everyone well? A good cry, whether happy, sad, wistful or surprising. Let a little water out. This week’s new moon takes place in Pisces, inviting us into a fresh spiritual or philosophical worldview. What has changed in your life that requires a new way of sensing your connection to the cosmos? Don’t overthink this new moon; feel it. In addition, inquisitive Mercury forms a conjunction with stalwart Saturn also in the sign of Pisces. What boundaries do you need to set to safely feel the onslaught of emotions? How can you create a semi-permeable membrane that allows in what serves and keeps out what harms? Mars in Cancer recently turned direct after being retrograde for nearly three months, and is supporting this Mercury-Saturn conjunction. It’s time to take action after months of treading water. Get back to shore.
Here are your horoscopes for the new moon in Pisces and Mars trine Mercury-Saturn. Read for your rising and sun signs.
Pisces
Feb. 19 – March 20
You are part and parcel of the world you inhabit, and it can be easy to forget the impact that you have. This new moon invites you to remember your influence and to pivot where necessary to embody your power. Articulate yourself into the world by actively pursuing your bliss and creating lasting artifacts for others to appreciate. You know how to make waves.
Aries
March 21 – April 19
Go home! Sorry, that was abrupt and brash. But really, start taking action with your home and your family that addresses the frustrating feelings you’ve been experiencing lately. Taking steps forward here will help you to ask for the space that you need to reflect and center yourself. You gotta act to ensure that your quiet is protected. This new moon, find a new meditative space.
Taurus
April 20 – May 20
New friends, old friends, silver friends, gold friends. This new moon invites you to refresh your support network, either with some different personalities or a different perspective. Find the people who want you to succeed, and engage in purposive empathy. Get active in your local neighborhood and familiar surroundings, and you will find the words to manifest these connections.
Gemini
May 21 – June 20
The words will come, and you will be seen for the weight of what you have to say. Speaking now will create the structure you need to put in place in the public square. Getting to the roots of your values and putting your money where your mouth is will bring the necessary words to the surface. This new moon, live into your new reputation and embrace this new cycle.
Cancer
June 21 – July 22
Out with the old and in with the new (moon). This new moon is about discovering horizons that you didn’t even know existed. Who knew that was an area of study? Who knew that was a place you could go? Unexpected adventure awaits you, Cancer. Move at the speed of trust. You’ve been waiting to make moves, now hit the gas and you will be able to articulate fresh boundaries.
Leo
July 23 – Aug. 22
Under this new moon, it’s time to clear out other people’s stuff, especially the stuff that you are tied to. We are always invested in and with other people, but sometimes that investment needs a refresh. Let go of the things that don’t serve and welcome in new investments that do. You will probably need to act alone, but don’t worry, because stepping off solo will allow you a firm explanation.
Virgo
Aug. 23 – Sept. 22
You now have the words to share with an important partner in your life that you may not have had available to you before. They’ve finally materialized, so share them with the necessary care. A fresh perspective on partnership is offered to you under this new moon. Speak your truth with empathy. Your friends are available to actively support you as you deliver your message.
Libra
Sept. 23 – Oct. 23
This new moon is an invitation to start an entirely new routine. Sometimes we can get caught up in cycles that were once helpful, but become compulsive. It’s time to let this go and welcome new ways of getting things done. Getting to work at work will help you to clearly articulate a new structure of habit. What can you consolidate to clean up your routines?
Scorpio
Oct. 23 – Nov. 21
You’ve been wanting to do something new, but the timing just hasn’t been right for a few months. Well, the time is now. Dive into that new experience and get out into the world. Doing so will help you to think about the ways in which you can be a more creative person, and the ways you can materialize your zest for life. This new moon, make something.
Sagittarius
Nov. 22 – Dec. 21
This new moon ends one cycle and begins a new cycle at home. Do you need a new dynamic with your family? Do you need to rearrange the furniture? Something is ready to start fresh. You can also start investing now, whether that is in stocks, other people, an organization you treasure. Get a move on, because it will help you to think through your boundaries at home.
Capricorn
Dec. 22 – Jan. 19
Whether we know it or not, we are always weaving magic with every action we take. Effects ripple out from us in ways that are usually unintentional and probably a bit chaotic. This new moon, take a reset and try to wield your magical influence with intention. See what you can create. Think about how you can focus your efforts. An important partner’s actions can help you see your abilities.
Aquarius
Jan. 20 – Feb. 18
This new moon offers a refreshing look at your resources and what truly matters to you. How will you step forward with a new commitment to your core values? As you finally start getting to work, like literally getting your hands dirty, you will be able to think more clearly about what your values really are. You are the only authority on what matters to you, so show us.
