February 2024 Astrology Outlook*

Hey star-gazers! The February sky should be a hopeful one as planets shift into the future-oriented sign of Aquarius. If you’re marking your astrological calendars, then the assembly of planets in Capricorn begins to disperse with Mercury sliding into the water-bearer’s domicile first (Feb. 5), followed by Mars (Feb. 13) and, lastly, Venus (Feb. 16). With all planets direct, momentum is on our side. While setbacks are inevitable, a broadly cooperative sky could take a modicum of frustration out of life’s vicissitudes, though the idealism we often ascribe to the astrological sign of Aquarius may make for some rude awakenings when life fails to deliver what we think it should. Nonetheless, the future is now.

The other major planetary event worth noting is the conjunction between Mars and Venus (Feb. 21–22). I must have highlighted this line in my ephemeris sometime last year, reminding myself that this is a potent signature under which to birth something new. With drive and passion meeting creativity and delight, we could all stand to harness this cosmic union in pursuit of something personally meaningful: a new relationship, a new hobby, or chase what brings us pleasure. Fixed signs may find this signature especially catalytic as this union is occurring in the sign of Aquarius. Meanwhile, Aries and Sagittarius Suns, Moons or rising signs could expect a helpful push in the right direction.