Astrology of March 2022
March is quite complex astrologically, with a lot in play. It brings some of the nicest energies this year, magical even. But there are a couple of astro-warnings as well. Let’s get the bad news out of the way first.
Power Struggles and Possible Violence
The key challenging energy of this month is playing out as I write. Mars in Capricorn is getting ready to conjoin Pluto on March 3. This is a classic “war” aspect, which we’re now witnessing with the situation in Ukraine. Mars and Pluto come together every 2 years; it’s not always about military action, but there could be some other type of “war” (such as trade wars) initiated in the world when this energy is active.
The most dramatic example of this energy, in recent years, was March 2020, when COVID-19 “declared a war” on us! There was a lot more happening astrologically at that time, so the impacts were global. This time, peace-making Venus is also in the mix – Mars, Venus and Pluto will all be aligning between March 2- March 5 – so perhaps there is still a chance for a peaceful resolution of the Russia-Ukraine situation, even as military action is now in progress. But, this could also be a time of messy and dangerous disputes, especially where questions of power come in play.
If you have volatile people in your personal environment, a Mars-Pluto conjunction can trigger aggression or violence. Read more in the “Cautions” section.
And now on to some amazing energies!
Pure Magic
There are some very auspicious energies coming our way in March. It features the most auspicious, magical New Moon of this year, at 12 ° Pisces. This is a “make a wish” New Moon, joined in the skies with the planet of luck and expansion, Jupiter. (More details on this magical New Moon further in this post).
The annual meet-up between the Sun and Jupiter comes on March 5th. Sun-Jupiter conjunctions are some of those super auspicious transits we astrologers eagerly wait for, to plan for a start of something new (like a wedding date or a business). And this year, the Sun and Jupiter meet in Pisces, which ramps up their manifestation power even more. Charge a citrine for luck!
Feb. 28 – March 5 is one of the most powerful and profound weeks of 2022. Actions taken that week can have a decidedly powerful, almost magical effect.
March 10-14 may be the best time of the month to work on your vision board! Mercury and the Sun will be in Pisces, and the Sun will be getting ready for its annual conjunction with Neptune. Then charge your vision board on either March 20 (March Equinox) or on March 31/April 1 (New Moon in Aries).
New Beginnings
The Sun moves into Aries on March 20, starting a new astrological year. Mercury follows on March 27. The mystical energies of early March will be replaced by the energy of fresh starts and new beginnings. There could be an increased desire for adventure.
Love and Passion Love and Passion! – Including Soulmate Relationships
We’re still feeling an unusually long alignment between Venus and Mars, that lasts from Feb. 13 to March 17 this year. These two planets only come together every 1.5-2 years, and the effect is usually felt for 1-2 days. This year though, they connect twice!
In March, they are also joined by Pluto.
Before I go into romance, one quick note. The energies we’re experiencing can help with feeling passionate about life again. Look at the House (=area of your life) the Venus-Mars conjunction falls into. That’s where you will have a great boost of passion. Take full advantage of it.
Back to love and romance.
The first Mars-Venus conjunction we had on Feb. 16 was about passion, and romantic relationships. One of the services I offer is an astrological planner “Your Personal Best Days for…”, and love and romance lit up in mid to late Feb. pretty much for every client who ordered the planner for February!
In March, Pluto (intensity, past life connections, soulmate relationships) is also in the picture. Between March 2-6, all three planets will be next to one another (conjunct). This is a rare and very strong energy to call a soulmate relationship into your life.
And that brings us to….
New Moon in Pisces, March 2 9:35 a.m. PST
There is a truly magical peak of the Piscean energy heading our way, and that's the New Moon in Pisces. This New Moon aligns with the planet of luck and opportunities, Jupiter, and is supported by progressive, change-positive Uranus. And, as I mentioned, Venus, Mars and Pluto are all next to one another (conjunct) at the time of this New Moon.
If you're working on manifesting a soulmate relationship, financial success, a thriving spiritual business, or on deep spiritual and emotional healing, this New Moon is for you. Its manifestation power is 10 out of 10. Don't miss.
If you've been thinking about trying my New Moon workshop, this is the month for it!
Read more about this New Moon and suggested intention-setting in my post here.
Other Key Dates for Love and Romance (Pacific to Eastern time)
March 1-17 are ALL good days for romance this month, as Mars and Venus continue to travel in lockstep. The peak is on March 2-6.
March 18-19: Venus square Uranus. There may be unexpected shifts in relationships, or unexpected new relationship prospects coming onto your radar.
March 28: Venus conjunct Saturn. Excellent for serious conversations about the future.
Full Moon in Virgo: March 18 12:18 a.m. PDT
The New and Full Moon come in pairs, in the opposite signs of the Zodiac. But, there is usually a quality these opposite signs share. For Pisces and Virgo, it’s all about healing, and finding the balance between discernment and unconditional acceptance.
This Full Moon is the best time to release perfectionism, tendency to judge or be critical of yourself (or others), and to release all the clutter that doesn’t serve you (emotional or physical).
Imagine your inner critic shrinking until it's an inch tall and speaks in such ridiculously high-pitched voice that you just can't take it seriously. Or put it in a bubble and send it out of the window.
New Moon in Aries: March 31 11:24 p.m. PDT
Depending on your time zone, this New Moon in Aries will fall on March 31 or April 1 this year. It’s a decently positioned New Moon to ask for new beginnings, confidence and healthy levels of assertiveness.
Mercury: Communication, Legal Contracts, Vehicles, Electronics and E-Commerce
Mercury moves through three signs in March! And, it’s very well-positioned in the skies. Go ahead with that marketing campaign, your book, your blog, or that important presentation at work. Sign that lease or contract. It’s a good month for buying electronic gadgets or vehicles as well. All Mercury-related activities get a helpful boost this month.
The month starts with Mercury in Aquarius: helpful for keeping a clear head on your shoulders, especially with all the massive Piscean energies we’re experiencing.
On March 9, Mercury moves into Pisces and makes some stellar planetary connections. Just remember, Mercury in Pisces is visionary, not factual or detail-oriented. It’s more supportive of writing fiction than working on a budget presentation, for example.
And then Mercury sails into Aries on March 28.
Key Dates (Pacific to Eastern Time):
March 2: Mercury conjunct Saturn. A good day for some structured thinking or serious conversations. This is also the day of the New Moon, with a huge jolt of healing Piscean energy. If you’re planning to have a conversation that balances compassion (or vision) with setting boundaries and getting results, this is your day!
March 9: Mercury moves into Pisces. If you’re a creative writer, write! In work presentations, engage your audience’s imagination: “Now I want you to picture yourself using this new, streamlined, easy process for a moment…” And, don’t forget to try a dream journal!
March 16-17: Mercury sextile Uranus. Great to shake yourself out of the old thinking patterns. Try something new today.
March 20-21: Mercury conjunct Jupiter. Think BIG! An excellent day for a big presentation, an important proposal or a contract.
March 23: Mercury conjunct Neptune, both in Pisces. A great day for artists, creative writers, and those working with charities or spirituality. For everyone else, there can be some mental fog today.
March 26: Mercury sextile Pluto. We’re able to see into people’s motivations easily today. A very good day to schedule a cognitive therapy session, or to get to the bottom of something. Avoid manipulative behaviours though.
March 27: Mercury enters Aries. Ah! It’s time to speak your mind. Assertiveness increases, but make sure you stay emotionally intelligent, too.
Career, Business and Money:
Mars continues through practical Capricorn until March 5. It’s a very disciplined and ambitious energy that can help us accomplish a lot.
But, that Mars-Pluto conjunction I mentioned earlier? It can erupt as power struggles at work (and in your personal life, too). If not looking for trouble, lay low between Feb. 28 – March 3.
On March 5 though, the Sun and Jupiter come together for their annual meet-up. It’s one of the luckiest, most optimistic times of the year! Our luck goes up a notch on March 4-6.
Key dates (all for Pacific to Eastern Time):
Mar. 3: Mars-Venus-Pluto conjunction. Wow wow wow! A powerhouse of energy that will be at its peak between Feb. 28 -March 3. If you’re looking for a power alliance or a power deal, these are the dates this year! Just stay away from power struggles.
March. 4-5: Sun conjunct Jupiter. One of the most optimistic and luckiest days of the year!
March 16-17: Mercury sextile Uranus. Schedule a brainstorming session or look for innovative ideas.
March 18: Sun conjunct Pluto. Tap into your sources of personal or professional power (your knowledge and your network can be power sources, too!)
March 18-19: Venus square Uranus. Look for unexpected financial opportunities or sources of income.
March 19-20: Mercury sextile Jupiter. Think BIG! An excellent day for a big presentation, an important proposal or a contract.
March 21-22: Mars square Uranus. Unexpected disturbances are possible. Stay flexible.
March 28: Venus conjunct Saturn. A good day to get serious about your finances (think long-term). You can benefit from someone’s wealth of experience if you approach them for a mentoring opportunity.
Health and Healing (dates for Pacific to Eastern Time):
March 2: A super well-positioned, magical New Moon in healing Pisces! Great for spiritual pursuits (or starting a spiritual business), charitable pursuits, and artists – and for deep emotional healing.
March 12-13: Annual Sun/Neptune conjunction. Another great day for art, healing, and spiritual pursuits. But, energy and vitality can be lowered.
March 16 12:59 a.m. to March 18 4:26 a.m. PDT. A decently positioned waxing Moon in Virgo. An excellent time to make some health-oriented changes to your daily routine or diet.
Mar. 18: A powerful Full Moon in Virgo! Venus is conjunct Chiron (healing), too. Set intentions to release unhealthy perfectionism, the tendency to judge yourself or others, and to give away your personal power.
March 20: Sun enters Aries: March Equinox! Practice assertiveness (without crossing into aggressiveness).
March 20 8:45 a.m. to March 21 9:01 a.m. PDT: Waning Moon in Scorpio. Great for “ending things for good”, such as giving up smoking.
March 28 9:32 p.m. to March 31 2:37 a.m. PDT: a very well positioned, healing waning Moon in Pisces. Journal. Meditate. Work on your vision board. Get plenty of rest.
Cautions This Month (dates for Pacific to Eastern Time):
Feb. 28- March 3: A build-up toward a Mars-Pluto conjunction in Capricorn. It’s a very volatile, violent planetary energy. Power struggles can erupt big time. Stay away from dark places and dangerous people- just in case 😊
March 12-13: Sun conjunct Neptune. A great day for spiritual or artistic pursuits, but energy levels and vitality can be lowered.
March 21-22: Mars square Uranus. Accident-proneness can go up, because we are tempted to rush and be more reckless than usual. Slow down.
Daily Planner – for those who prefer a chronological format:
All dates for Pacific to Eastern Time:
March 1: Sun sextile Uranus. Stay open to unexpected opportunities.
March 1: New Moon workshop. Prepare for THE “make-a-wish” New Moon of 2022, coming up on March 2 in Pisces (and learn a structured framework that you can apply on any New Moon). This New Moon packs quite a punch for manifestation - don't miss!
March 2, 9:35 a.m. PST: New Moon in Pisces. THE “make-a-wish” Moon of 2022. Great improving your overall luck, finances, relationships, deep emotional healing, spiritual pursuits (or starting a spiritual business), charitable pursuits, and artists.
March 2: Mercury conjunct Saturn. A good day for some structured thinking or serious conversations. This is also the day of the New Moon, with a huge jolt of healing Piscean energy. If you’re planning to have a conversation that balances compassion (or vision) with setting boundaries and getting results, this is your day! Great for long-term contracts.
Mar. 3: Mars-Venus-Pluto conjunction. Wow wow wow! A powerhouse of energy that will be at its peak between Feb. 28 -March 3. If you’re looking for a power alliance or a power deal, these are the dates this year! Call a soulmate relationship into your life. But, stay away from power struggles. If there are violent or unstable people in your environment, lay low. Mars-Pluto can bring on aggression or violence.
March 1-17 are ALL good days for romance this month, as Mars and Venus continue to travel in lockstep. The peak is on March 2-6.
March. 4-5: Sun conjunct Jupiter. One of the most optimistic and luckiest days of the year!
March 5: Workshop "Astrology Hacks to Improve Your Life" 5:00-6:00 p.m. PST, live on Zoom, a replay available. Learn about a DYI approach to astrology of relocation, the importance of a Solar Return and how to work with its energies, and how to work with your natal chart to bring more ease and contentment into your life!
March 9: Mercury moves into Pisces. If you’re a creative writer, write! In work presentations, engage your audience’s imagination: “Now I want you to picture yourself using this new, streamlined, easy process for a moment…” And, don’t forget to try a dream journal!
March 12-13: Annual Sun/Neptune conjunction. Another great day for art, healing, and spiritual pursuits. But, energy and vitality can be lowered.
March 16 12:59 a.m. to March 18 4:26 a.m. PDT. A decently positioned waxing Moon in Virgo. An excellent time to make some health-oriented changes to your daily routine or diet.
March 16-17: Mercury sextile Uranus. A great couple of days to shake yourself out of the old thinking patterns. Try something new today. At work, schedule a brainstorming session or look for innovative ideas.
Mar. 18: A powerful Full Moon in Virgo! Venus is sextile Chiron (healing), too. Set intentions to release unhealthy perfectionism, the tendency to judge yourself or others, and to give away your personal power. The Sun is sextile Pluto. Tap into your sources of personal or professional power (your knowledge and your network can be power sources, too!)
March 18-19: Venus square Uranus. Look for unexpected financial opportunities or sources of income. There may be unexpected shifts in relationships, or unexpected new relationship prospects coming onto your radar. Just keep in mind that a Venus-Uranus square is better for short-term exciting developments, rather than long-term stability.
March 19-20: Mercury conjunct Jupiter. Think BIG! An excellent day for a big presentation, an important proposal or a contract.
March 20: Sun enters Aries: March Equinox! Practice assertiveness (without crossing into aggressiveness).
March 20 8:45 a.m. to March 21 9:01 a.m. PDT: Waning Moon in Scorpio. Great for “ending things for good”, such as giving up smoking.
March 21-22: Mars square Uranus. Accident-proneness can go up, because we are tempted to rush and be more reckless than usual. Slow down. Unexpected disturbances and changes are possible. Stay flexible.
March 23: Mercury conjunct Neptune, both in Pisces. A great day for artists, creative writers, and to ask for divine messages. For everyone else, there can be some mental fog today.
March 26: Mercury sextile Pluto. We’re able to see into people’s motivations easily today. A very good day to schedule a cognitive therapy session, or to get to the bottom of something. Avoid manipulative behaviours though.
March 27: Mercury enters Aries. Ah! It’s time to speak your mind. Assertiveness increases, but make sure you stay emotionally intelligent, too.
March 28: Venus conjunct Saturn. A good day to get serious about your finances (think long-term). You can benefit from someone’s wealth of experience if you approach them for a mentoring opportunity. It’s also an excellent day to get serious in love matters.
March 28 9:32 p.m. to March 31 2:37 a.m. PDT: a very well positioned, healing waning Moon in Pisces. Journal. Meditate. Work on your vision board. Get plenty of rest.