The Astrologer Weekly: February 23rd – March 1st
By Kelli Fox, The Astrologer
The decisive Sun forms a conjunction with intuitive Neptune. Operating on instinct will be as easy as breathing. Artistic endeavors, spiritual pursuits and romantic relationships could bring tremendous pleasure. Affectionate Venus makes a sextile to distinguished Saturn. Don’t be surprised when presented with a beautiful token of a loved one’s esteem. Excessive Jupiter squares impulsive Uranus. Resist the urge to switch gears. This isn’t a good time to venture into unfamiliar territory. The New Moon favors creative pursuits. The Pisces New Moon on Friday helps you get in touch with a more emotional side. A peaceful world is attainable when each person opens their heart.
Best Days of the Week
Aries: Sunday, Saturday 
Taurus: Monday, Tuesday 
Gemini: Wednesday, Thursday 
Cancer: Saturday, Friday 
Leo: Sunday, Friday 
Virgo: Monday, Tuesday 
Libra: Wednesday, Thursday 
Scorpio: Saturday, Friday 
Sagittarius: Sunday, Monday 
Capricorn: Monday, Tuesday 
Aquarius: Wednesday, Thursday 
Pisces: Friday, Saturday
Your Weekly Horoscope
Aries Don’t do anything hasty regarding family matters. A generous but irresponsible relative is trying your patience. Take a few deep breaths before asking them to change their ways. Be as kind and compassionate as possible. Taurus Keeping a secret is very important now. Resist the temptation to tell friends about an embarrassing incident from another person’s past. The last thing you want is to get a reputation for repeating unkind gossip. Gemini It isn’t necessary to buy expensive status symbols to impress others. People admire your quick wit and intelligence. Having a flashy phone, car or computer won’t change their opinion. Keep your money in the bank. Cancer Making promises you can’t deliver could be disastrous. Be as conservative as possible when making estimates. It’s easy to misjudge how much time and money a project will take. Err on the side of caution. Leo Cutting yourself off from the world won’t heal your pain. If you’ve experienced a terrible disappointment, tell friends about it. Ask for advice. Discuss the matter in an open forum where you won’t feel judged. Virgo A friend could let you down. It really hurts your feelings when loved ones don’t come through for you. You always strive to be of service to others. Be more selective about whom you help. Libra Being lenient with someone will cause them to take you for granted. Be ready to enforce the rules, even at the risk of appearing harsh. At this time, it’s better to be respected than loved. Scorpio Work may be erratic. It’s hard to make long-range plans when your financial situation remains uncertain. You can content yourself with armchair travel. Read a book or watch a movie set in a foreign locale. Sagittarius A bossy instructor may be wearing on your nerves. Unfortunately, you need their help to proceed to the next level. Find an outlet for your frustrations after working together. Let off steam at the gym. Capricorn Household disruptions could take a toll on a relationship. Postpone any tense discussions until you can get some sleep. It’s impossible to resolve problems when you’re tired and irritable. Be extra kind to each other. Aquarius An angry outburst will reflect badly on you. Be courteous to everyone you encounter, whether it’s a service worker, bureaucrat or technical support assistant. A little kindness goes a long way at this time, Aquarius. Pisces A financial shortage could force you to cut back on luxuries. Don’t dwell on these sacrifices. You can have fun on a budget. Make a list of simple pleasures, like library books and nature walks.
Celebrity Birthdays
Sunday 23rd: Dakota Fanning Monday 24th: Billy Zane Tuesday 25th: Julio Iglesias Jr. Wednesday 26th: Erykah Badu Thursday 27th: Rozonda ‘Chilli’ Thomas Friday 28th: Ali Larter Saturday 1st: Ron Howard
Planet Update for this Week
Mercury turns Direct in Aquarius – Friday 28th While Mercury is in Aquarius, and depending on how this transit affects your natal chart, your brain could be buzzing with inventive ideas. You may find yourself thinking outside the box, with sudden flashes of inspiration that open your mind to unusual and unexpected possibilities. You might even have trouble sleeping at night as the mental gears tirelessly turn. Objectivity and rationality can help you get a higher perspective on everyday situations, and you could find an innovative solution to an old problem. You tend to make decisions based purely on logic now, detached from your emotions. While you’re more open to creative thinking under this transit, you might also have a tendency to get overly attached to your own opinions. Once you latch onto a certain idea, you could be very stubborn and are unlikely to change your mind. You might be drawn to computers, electronics and science, as you tend to take a methodical approach to learning and thinking now. Social media and internet marketing could also appeal to you now, and this is an auspicious time to expand your circle of friends and extend your influence in the world. Idealism is high and your mind could turn toward humanitarian and progressive goals. Group brainstorming sessions on how to make a positive difference in the world could be very productive now. 
New Moon in Pisces – Friday 28th The Pisces New Moon quiets you down into a contemplative state after a period of revolutionary upheaval. Inequities happen when people divide themselves into categories of ‘us’ and ‘them,’ forgetting that in the end, we are all the same. Conflicts between people, tribes, and nations are victims of such divisive thinking. This particular new moon helps you to better understand the alliances between people rather than the differences. Consider your personal boundaries and how that has kept you from truly connecting with others on a more meaningful level. How open are you? How in touch are you with your feelings? Can you offer more compassion to make this world a harmonious place to live in? You may begin to realize that there are universal truths among humans no matter what race, status, gender, age, or education level. Consider how you can make changes on a more personal level, offering not only your knowledge, but also your heart to those in most need. After all, society can’t truly change if the people within it still suffer emotionally. Look at the relationships you have with others. Check your feelings and see where you are blocked. Get in touch with your innermost self, minus the barriers. Evolve your soul by emphasizing the similarities you have with other people. Worry less about the differences. You may be surprised to find that a kind gesture or a hug can have strong reverberations.
