Patricia Godden BSc PhD dip WESA FAPAI is a scientist-turned-astrologer. Integrating spirituality and the material world has been a key part of Patricia’s life. This is incorporated into her astrology practice, talks and courses on astrology. Find out more at www.patriciagodden.com
One key word that describes the coming weeks is ‘action’ but this can apply to many different parts of life. New pathways that have never been thought of before may open up. Some of these might seem like fantasy; some could be the start of something completely new. This relates to Venus, Saturn and Neptune being at the beginning of Aries. It is worth looking at this in more detail.
There could be a yearning to follow visions and ideals in the material world. Assessing the realities of putting them into practice could determine the likelihood of success. Are they worth the effort or are they simply daydreams? While there might initially be hesitancy to commit to plans, dedicated action could follow any decisions. The outcome could be long lasting, particularly if nothing more interesting came along.
These very different energies may also occur in interactions between people. Although anything is possible, some exchanges may seem a little vague or guarded. This may be due to additional demands on people’s time or other responsibilities. Any of these could blur or confuse direct lines of action. Having the patience to wait until things become clearer may help.
At an even deeper level, more people are becoming aware of the oneness of all life. Techniques such as mindfulness or meditation can help people become more self-conscious as well as conscious of the whole of life. With Saturn close to Neptune at the beginning of Aries, it is possible to dedicate more time and effort to such avenues. This is helped by the Sun, Mercury and Mars being in Pisces.
There is a new Moon at the end of Pisces early in the morning of 19th March. This is an opportunity to consider how to introduce more kindness and compassion into daily life. As this new Moon interacts with Uranus in Taurus, it may also be an opening to look at the truth of the spiritual facets of life. This resonates with the shift in consciousness that is gradually happening through many walks of life.
Jupiter has been retrograde since November 2025. These last four months may have been a time of withdrawal from a situation for inner counsel or examination of what now rings true to the soul. After 10th March when Jupiter goes direct, it may seem as if there has been a shift in the sense of what is good, right and honest.
Retrograde Mercury is moving back through Pisces so thoughts on spiritual topics may surface from the subconscious. There may be greater acceptance of the intuition and willingness to follow this inner guidance. The imagination may prompt new thoughts that could lead to enhanced understanding of those in challenging circumstances. This could, in turn, result in action to resolve such difficulties.
Mercury goes direct on 20th March. After that date, the deep and perhaps subconscious deliberations that occurred while the planet was retrograde may come into conscious awareness so they can manifest in the outer world. When Mercury is direct, ideas can surface more easily and communication flows more smoothly.
Once Mercury is direct, there will be about six weeks when all planets are direct. There could be increased momentum and actions may progress with fewer interruptions. It is easy to see how this could be thought of as an easier period but it is only possible because of the inner work that goes on when planets are retrograde. In order to grow, the soul needs the retrograde and direct phases of all the planets.
Many new actions may focus on the community or society. Cooperatives that look after the welfare of groups of people may be formed and this reflects the energy of the Age of Aquarius, particularly as Pluto is in that sign. The strength of the planets in Aries provides the pioneering spirit, initiative and drive to start such new actions.
It seems that life is becoming deeper and more expansive in many different ways. The explosion in the technology of artificial intelligence and its use is changing life at a rate not previously experienced. This is happening simultaneously with increased acceptance and use of the intuition and awareness of the interconnectedness of all parts of life.
We live on planet Earth so our souls gain experience of this facet of the vastness of life. Although there is still some way to go, humanity is moving ever-closer to realisation of being spirit living in human bodies.
Keep well, stay happy.
Patricia Godden
Patricia Godden BSc PhD dip WESA FAPAI is a scientist-turned-astrologer. Integrating spirituality and the material world has been a key part of Patricia’s life. This is incorporated into her astrology practice, talks and courses on astrology. Find out more at www.patriciagodden.com