Mars in Cancer trine Saturn in Pisces 30th March 2023

Mars at 2 degrees 36 minutes Cancer is trine Saturn at 2 degrees 36 minutes Pisces at 7.04 pm GMT 8.04 pm BST 30th March 2023.

There will be enough energy and patience to deal with demanding tasks, but it will come and go in waves. This prevents falling into the pitfall of continuously working until reaching burn out. Instead you should be able to pace yourself, which in the long run will help you to get more done. Working at self-care will be very satisfying. It’s not about self-indulgence; it’s about taking better care of yourself in the form to the work / life balance. If you need those in a position of authority to be kind to you, try to appeal to their emotional side to gain their empathy. For most of us this is a good transit for taking action to nurture and take responsibility for what is most dear to us.

© Sarah Cochrane 2023.

Pluto enters Aquarius 23rd March 2023

Pluto enters Aquarius at 4.39 pm GMT 23rd March 2023.

Pluto in astrology is well known for being associated with death and renewal, power and control as well as transformations and once in a lifetime changes. When Pluto moves from Capricorn into Aquarius it will be less predictable and tougher to plan for. Those who have abused their position of power and authority will encounter rebellion by those who no longer accept being controlled. Technological revolutions; most likely in the shape of AI, will completely change the landscape of our lives. Pluto influences underground and hidden natural resources. This will have a strong effect on nature and climate change. There will be two choices. One is to do nothing or very little to prevent a catastrophe from happening, with shocking results that could be devastating for humanity. The other is to drastically alter how we behave to reduce the harm we do to nature and the environment (especially with fossil fuels), where an unsustainable demand on the resources of the Earth is halted, through the use of technological advances. Pluto will turn retrograde to visit Capricorn before turning direct again towards Aquarius. This stage of transiting Pluto should be used as a practice run before the main event of Pluto transiting Aquarius without returning to Capricorn. Please note the effect of transiting Pluto progresses slowly, it will be a long journey.

© Sarah Cochrane 2023.

Sun in Pisces square Mars in Gemini 16th March 2023

The Sun at 25 degrees 53 minutes Pisces is square Mars at 25 degrees 53 minutes Gemini at 6.10 pm GMT 16th March 2023.

Energy and enthusiasm are present but perhaps not orientated to any particular direction. Not knowing what task to tackle first will lead to scattering your time and effort into too many places where nothing is completed after it has been started during this transit. Accidents have an increased risk of happening; mainly due to distraction and a lack of concentration when it’s most important. Also, be vigilant about an increased vulnerability to infection; especially if it’s caused by injury. Being quick to respond to defend yourself is acceptable if you are under attack, but being overly defensive if no attack is intended can result in conflict that didn’t have to be initiated.

© Sarah Cochrane 2023.

Venus conjunction Jupiter in Aries 2nd March 2023

Venus is conjunction Jupiter at 12 degrees 9 minutes Aries at 5.37 am GMT 2nd March 2023.

Impulsively going for what you want with little or no consideration for the risk involved could be seen as foolhardy. However, if that risk pays off, what you gain will be all yours and you won’t have to share it with anyone. Investments made at this time have to be made quickly where the only judgement you can rely on is your own. At social gatherings you will have to be bold or brave enough to come out of your shell if you usually avoid being the centre of attention. The bigger the presence you have the more people will be attracted to you, whether as a friend, ally or an amorous interest.

© Sarah Cochrane 2023.

Mercury in Aquarius trine Mars in Gemini 22nd February 2023

Mercury at 16 degrees 45 minutes Aquarius is trine Mars at 16 degrees 45 minutes Gemini at 8.14 pm GMT 22nd February 2023.

Mentally stimulating activity during this transit means that boredom will be in short supply. Take the initiative on your own terms according to what you think should be done and how it should be carried out. Being independent from the influence of popular opinions is useful for having the confidence to align yourself with those who go against the grain of convention. Various avenues to lighten up and make your life more interesting open up pretty quickly. They may not be life changing, but they will be a breath of fresh air.

© Sarah Cochrane 2023.

Mercury in Aquarius sextile Jupiter in Aries 18th February 2023

Mercury at 9 degrees 29 minutes Aquarius is sextile Jupiter at 9 degrees 29 minutes Aries at 2.14 am GMT 18th February 2023.

Keep an open mind to all the options and opportunities within your grasp, and take the first steps to put yourself in the position where you can get the most out of them. Don’t follow in the footsteps of your predecessors; have the courage to be pioneering instead. Just because no one else is doing what you do doesn’t mean that it’s not a good idea. If you want support from those who are supportive of your plans, then do what you can to persuade them to back you; even if from their perspective it’s a gamble. A unique take on what you think can be improved upon for the future; especially in investment and development has the best chance of gaining their attention.

© Sarah Cochrane 2023.

Venus in Pisces square Mars in Gemini 5th February 2023

Venus at 11 degrees 14 minutes Pisces is square Mars at 11 degrees 14 minutes Gemini at 3.29 am GMT 5th February 2023.

If there are hindrances in relating to people who you would like to be on good terms with, it’s because you are unsure in what you want from them and you may lack the courage to start a conversation with them. Generally, there is a reluctance to compromise as you would have to make sacrifices that would leave you feeling uneasy or vulnerable. With this in mind it can’t be expected for others to be willing to compromise for your benefit either. Harsh words that are intended to be sharply and constructively critical have the undesired effect of being hurtful. Although it won’t be easy, as least try to be kind, even if it.s a lot of effort on your part.

© Sarah Cochrane 2023.

Sun in Aquarius sextile Jupiter in Aries 25th January 2023

The Sun at 4 degrees 48 minutes is sextile Jupiter at 4 degrees 48 minutes Aries at 1.31 am GMT 25th January 2023.

Going along with your own drumbeat and showing off your unique traits can open up new opportunities that are more suited to you than anyone else. If you want to gain attention for your knowledge and experience, do it on your own terms in your own way. Those in a position of authority or who have a wealth of resources to hand will be looking for alternative and innovative projects to take a chance on. Looking to technological developments for the future is very much the focus at the moment. It will become clear it’s not an option to stay stuck in the past.

© Sarah Cochrane 2023.

Venus in Aquarius sextile Jupiter in Aries 4th January 2023

Venus at 1 degree 37 minutes Aquarius is sextile Jupiter at 1 degree 37 minutes Aries at 9.09 am GMT 4th January 2023.

If you want to meet up with your friends just to have some fun, this moment is a good one to pick. There may not be any particular schedule to stick to, but there could be a few pleasant surprises in store. In financial and legal matters, not following the herd and instead choosing your own unique route should work out as the best option for you. Long distance travel to unusual locations or places where you will have the freedom to do as you please will strongly appeal. Interaction at social events with people you wouldn’t normally encounter can be interesting and enjoyable.

© Sarah Cochrane 2023.

Retrograde Mercury conjunction Venus in Capricorn 29th December 2022

Retrograde Mercury is conjunction Venus at 24 degrees 21 minutes Capricorn at 1.59 pm GMT 29th December 2022.

Clearly expressing your views with those you are socially connected with won’t be as easy as you would like it to be. Repeating what you say so the person you speak to will listen to what you tell them is certainly to be expected. But that doesn’t mean it’s not worth the effort, because the feedback you receive will have good intentions. Even if it’s criticism it will be constructive and not malicious. Networking events will be affected by travel delays and misunderstandings that disrupt schedules, which result in plans being rearranged at the last minute.

© Sarah Cochrane 2022.