Saturn Enters Aries, the Sun Squares Uranus, a Solar Eclipse in Aquarius and the Sun Moves into Pisces

 

We are headed into one of the most momentous weeks astrologically of the year and the pressure is building.  The first eclipse of 2026 happens on February 17 in the form of a Solar Eclipse in 28 degrees of Aquarius.  Many of us are already feeling its effects in terms of the tension, chaos and restlessness.  But we have more going on before that eclipse.

On February 13, Saturn enters Aries until April 12, 2028.  Saturn was in Aries briefly in 2025 from May 24 through September 1.  Saturn's last transit in Aries occurred from April 7,

1996 through June 9, 1998.  Saturn is somewhat uncomfortable in Aries since the planet is exalted in Libra.  Saturn represents discipline and structure while Aries is associated with rash impulsiveness.  Frankly, I have been alive long enough to survive two transits of Saturn in Libra and I can honestly say that neither time was exactly easy for me.  I do have fond memories of that last transit of Saturn in Aries from 1996 through 1998, however.  Saturn in Aries can be a refreshing change from Saturn in Pisces that had a tendency to disintegrate boundaries and leave us feeling disillusioned.

Saturn in Aries will force us to learn to act with patience.  That is our biggest challenge.  A major theme of this transit is combining the heat of our passions with creating something that lasts.  It will be easier now to initiate although we will undoubtedly be faced with some delays and challenges before we achieve any progress.  That is just the way Saturn rolls. 

On February 20, Saturn and Neptune will be conjunct in 0 degrees of Aries.  This is a historic event because Saturn and Neptune are only conjunct every 36 years and I will cover this more in next week's post.  But it always indicates major cultural and political changes.

On February 16, the Sun in Aquarius will be squaring Uranus in 27 degrees of Taurus.  Here we go again with the Aquarius squares to Uranus: we had Mercury squaring Uranus on February 5 and Venus squaring Uranus on February 8.  Watch out for tension, unease about the uncertainty that is swirling around us, and unpredictable behavior.  Major changes and outbursts from others are likely.  Computer and electronic malfunctions are possible too.  There is an increased likelihood of accidents, road rage, angry outbursts and ego conflicts.  Try to remain as flexible as possible, which can be easier said than done because we are dealing with a lot of fixed energy.

The Solar Eclipse in 28 degrees of Aquarius occurs on February 17.  It is a North Node of the Moon eclipse, which is very future oriented.  The last time we had a Solar Eclipse in Aquarius was on February 15, 2018 and it was a South Node eclipse in 27 degrees.  South Node eclipses have a theme of releasing, so you might want to think back what was happening for you back then.  It was not an easy time for me. That eclipse opposed my natal Pluto in Leo in my 11th house and this one will too.

The Solar Eclipse in 28 degrees of Aquarius is squaring Uranus in 27 degrees of Taurus.  This square aspect will leave us feeling torn between traditions and defying conventions.  The sign Aquarius is ruled by Uranus, so it really ups the wild card theme.  We will probably be feeling like we are bursting at the seams to break free of old patterns, bad habits and experience a desire to start fresh.  Difficult emotions will surface and we will need to acknowledge that loss is necessary in order to move on to a better future.

Restlessness will be a big part of this eclipse.  This eclipse is also a precursor to the Nodes of the Moon moving into Aquarius and Leo on July 26, 2026.  The Solar Eclipse in Aquarius will tend to accelerate events.  It is a very speedy vibe, especially with its square to Uranus.  The news will probably deliver shocking stories and shaky foundations can collapse.  It is always hard to predict what eclipses will deliver, but with Uranus in the mix, it makes it even more volatile. Hang in there because there is no doubt that big changes are coming down the pike and resistance is futile...

The Chinese New Year also begins on February 17.  It will be the year of the Fire Horse, which is quite appropriate given that Saturn and Neptune will be in Aries and Jupiter will be moving into Leo on June 30.  I don't know that much about Chinese astrology but I am looking forward to it because I was born in a Horse Year, although I am a Wood Horse.  The last time we had a Horse Year was 2014, so you might want to think back to what was going on for you back then.

On February 18, the Sun sails into the mutable water sign of Pisces.  This will be a time of heightened emotions, empathy, creativity and spirituality.  We will also find it easier to express our vulnerability.  The shadow side of the Sun in Pisces is a tendency towards confusion, escapism, victimization and playing the martyr. Just be mindful of that shadow side and it should be a calmer, more enjoyable time.

I am no longer posting on X (formerly known as Twitter), but I am posting daily on Blue Sky Social as danceofphoenix@danceofphoenix.bsky.social. There is an astrological community starting there called AstroSphere. The link is: 

 https://bsky.app/profile/danceofphoenix.bsky.social.

If you are curious as to how all of this planetary action is affecting you, please consider getting an astrological consultation with me. I offer consultations on Zoom too. Check out my menu of services at:

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I am also offering private astrology lessons by telephone or video, such as FaceTime, Skype or Zoom.  Please feel free to contact me at lindasim54@gmail.com if you are interested in learning more about astrology.

I have been doing more work with tarot readings, which I love, so I decided to create a combination reading which offers the option of a 30-minute astrology consultation with a one-question tarot reading for only $50. There is something for everyone and my menu of services can accommodate any budget. I also have a one-question tarot reading for only $15. 

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In 2020, I added a Monthly Horoscopes section to my website. February horoscopes are up now and I have a link to my monthly forecasts at Horoscope Junkie.  Check it out at:

https://thehoroscopejunkie.ca/monthly_horoscopes.html

I have also joined Facebook.  I don’t post as frequently as on Blue Sky Social, but I am on Facebook now at https://www.facebook.com/linda.simons.75098

The coronavirus outbreak caused me to increase the number of distant Reiki sessions I do because people were concerned about the spread of the infection. I have decided to suspend my in-person Reiki sessions until further notice, so all of my Reiki sessions will be distant Reiki sessions for the foreseeable future. But a distant Reiki session is the perfect opportunity to safely build up your immune system and if you have contracted coronavirus, you can be treated safely from the comfort of your home. My procedure is to have a conversation with a client about what they hope to achieve from a session, we set up a time for the session to take place when they will be in a state to receive healing energy and I follow up with a telephone conversation to discuss their experience and my perception of their blockages. I do miss seeing my clients, so I am now offering Zoom consultations/intakes before the session so that we can see each other. I have also incorporated a new technique with my distance Reiki treatments since I don’t always have a photo of my client.  I use a teddy bear so that I can scan and focus the healing energy where it is needed. If this appeals to you, please feel free to contact me by email at lindasim54@gmail.com or call me at 617-304-2205. The cost for distance Reiki sessions is based on a sliding scale of $30 -$50. For your convenience, I accept Venmo and Zelle for payment. Zelle payments can be sent using my telephone number 617-304-2205. I have also written an article about distance Reiki, which is available at:

 https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/how-distance-reiki-can-help-you-during-coronavirus-linda-simons

If you are interested in learning more about how Reiki can benefit you, please feel free to check out my Reiki site at:

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Venus Enters Pisces and a Solar Eclipse in Aquarius

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Venus is on course to exit the Aquarius posse of planets that includes the sun, Mercury, the south node and Juno.  I don’t mean to rant on Aquarius (some of my favorite people are Aquarians), but with Jupiter in Scorpio as well as a recent moon in Scorpio, t has been a pretty turbulent mix.  Some of my most recent tweets in the past week reflect that energy:

Scorpio moon ramps up the intensity today as it squares sun in Aquarius. We may be facing real conflicts between what we think we want and what we need to release. #astrology

— Linda Simons (@danceofphoenix) February 7, 2018

We may be tempted to overindulge today as Venus in Aquarius squares Jupiter in Scorpio. That fixed energy is determined to have a good time. Maybe some heavy #SuperBowl parties?#astrology

— Linda Simons (@danceofphoenix) February 4, 2018

Venus will enter the sign of Pisces on February 10, 2018 and will stay in its sign of exaltation until March 6, 2018.  Venus in Pisces favors creative energy, compassion and forgiveness. If you have planets in any of the water signs (Pisces, Cancer and Scorpio) you will definitely reap the benefits of this transit.  Venus in Pisces has the power to attract good things into our lives, especially in the areas of love and finances. As beautiful as the energy of Venus in Pisces is, there are some down sides to it. Venus in Pisces has an almost ethereal longing for something that is hard to define and almost impossible to satisfy.  And since the sign of Pisces is ruled by Neptune (where Neptune currently is), there can be a tendency towards escapism, delusion, addiction and victimization.  Borders and boundaries can get blurred. Just be aware of these potential pitfalls and channel the higher compassionate, redemptive side of Venus in Pisces and you should be fine.  Venus spends more than half of its Pisces transit in my 5^th house, so I am eagerly anticipating tis transit.  It tends to fuel my creativity and generally put me in a better, more loving and compassionate mood.

But the really big astrological news in the coming week is the solar eclipse in 27 degrees of Aquarius on February 15, 2018, just one day after Valentine’s Day.  This eclipse has a lot of promising astrological energy going for it.  For starters, it will be sextiling Uranus in 25 degrees of Aries.  Eclipses always bring change and when an eclipse sextiles Uranus, it paves the way for positive change.  Sextiles support each other, which is a refreshing change from squares and oppositions.

The solar eclipse is also conjunct Mercury in 24 degrees of Aquarius.  Because a solar eclipse is like a new moon on steroids, the fact that both the sun and moon conjunct Mercury indicates that ideas and communication will be very important themes.  This eclipse also conjuncts Juno (aka the marriage asteroid) in 25 degrees of Aquarius, which further emphasizes the importance of relationships.  And the fact that it is one day after Valentine’s Day makes that a pretty sweet loving vibe.

The trickiest aspect of the solar eclipse is its square to Jupiter in 22 degrees of Scorpio.  Here we go again with that turbulent Scorpio/Aquarius energy.  Jupiter in Scorpio loves to expand whatever it touches, so it will require some discipline and moderation.  Squares to Jupiter are the least disruptive and this one is given a boost for personal growth and happiness due to the favorable, supportive sextile from Uranus in Aries.

Jupiter in 22 degrees of Scorpio will also be forming a sextile to Pluto in 20 degrees of Capricorn.  This is like the equivalent of hitting the mother lode in terms of supporting positive change, increased wealth, and personal and spiritual growth. Talk about mutual reception—Pluto is the ruler of Scorpio, which Jupiter is transiting until November 2018.  Se we have the opportunity to feel really empowered in terms of growth and expansion in our lives.

I would also like to take this opportunity to thank my readers, clients and Twitter followers who have reached out to me during this time of crisis regarding my husband’s health.  He is slowly making strides in his recovery and I am convinced that the prayers and healing wishes from all of you have contributed to his progress.  He still needs rehab, but he survived surgery.  This eclipse falls in his 11^th house and is not nearly as challenging as the lunar eclipse of January 31^st.  The eclipse opposes my Pluto in Leo in the 11^th house and I am choosing to view this as a need to release any desire to control the outcome.  I know this is easier said than done.  I have been receiving a great deal of support and encouragement from friends, which I deeply appreciate.  And the opportunity to practice Reiki has provided a stream of healing that has flowed back to me during this stressful time.

If you are curious as to how all of the planetary changes, including eclipses, Saturn in Capricorn and Jupiter in Scorpio will be affecting you in 2018, please consider getting an astrological reading.  A transit reading might be just what you need right now to make the most of Jupiter in Scorpio.  Jupiter transits are all about taking advantage of opportunities and if you snooze you lose with Jupiter.  You have to be aware and strike while the iron is hot. The Services Offered page of my site describes the menu of services that I offer. There is something for everyone.

My site also offers the opportunity to provide a donation in the amount of your choice to demonstrate your support for my blog and daily astrological insights on Twitter at:

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A contribution in any amount is deeply appreciated as gratitude is a daily part of my spiritual practice.

Recently I undertook an intensive life purpose coaching training program and became certified as a Life Purpose Coach.  It was an intense, eye-opening experience that changed my life as it caused me to reflect on the story of my life.  But I left it with feelings of hope and light for the future that I want to share with others.  To that end, I am now offering Life Purpose Coaching to my menu of services.  You can read more about it at:

https://phoenixscorpio.blogspot.com/p/life-purpose-coaching-service.html

As an astrologer, I have decided to include an interpretation of the north node by sign. If you are feeling stuck and need some help in getting from Point A to Point B in your quest for making positive changes in your life, please email me at lindasim54@gmail.com to schedule a complementary telephone consultation to discover if you are a good fit for this program.  I look forward to hearing from you.

If you are in the Boston area, please consider getting a Reiki treatment at Acupuncture for Everyone in Copley Square to destress, revitalize and remove blockages to healing.  It’s a perfect way to start your weekend off and can also be described as a spa for the soul to boot!   Reiki is the most profound treatment for stress relief because it concentrates on CALMING your body.

For more information on my Reiki services, please see this page on my site:

http://phoenixscorpio.blogspot.com/p/blog-page_19.html

For my clients who can’t fit Friday into their schedule for a treatment or have difficulty traveling, I have also recently begun doing distance Reiki sessions for them.  I have a conversation with them about what they hope to achieve from a session, we set up a time for the session to take place when they will be in a state to receive healing energy and I follow up with a telephone conversation to discuss their experience and my perception of their blockages.  I have also incorporated a new technique with my distance Reiki treatments since I don’t always have a photo of my client.  I use a teddy bear so that I can scan and focus the healing energy where it is needed. If this appeals to you, please feel free to contact me by email at lindasim54@gmail.com or call me at 617-304-2205.  I am also offering Reiki treatments in the Coolidge Corner section of Brookline on Sunday afternoons.

But the big news is that I have created and launched a new website devoted exclusively to my Reiki practice. Please feel free to check it out at:

www.reikiwithlindasimons.com

I was also featured in the July 3rd edition of Boston Voyager, an online publication that runs a section called Inspiring Stories about local entrepreneurs on its home page.  The Scorpio moon was trining the Cancer sun and Neptune in Pisces on that day, so my story certainly debuted under fitting aspects.  Please feel free to check it out:

http://bostonvoyager.com/interview/meet-linda-simons-reiki-linda-simons-coolidge-corner-brookline/

In the spirit of the New Year, I have revised my package deals and I am now offering two options for package deals: Silver and a Tarot special for my tarot clients. Please check it out at:

http://phoenixscorpio.blogspot.com/p/package-deals.html

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Happy Valentine’s Day, everyone!