Explore how celestial shifts influence personal growth and transformation, focusing on the transition into Pisces and the end of Mars retrograde.

On Tuesday, February 18, a transition into a softer, mellower vibe is experienced as the Sun drifts into dreamy Pisces, affecting your twelfth house of healing and closure. Rather than pushing yourself to progress on initiatives, this four-week period leading up to your birthday season should be utilized as an annual review. Questions should be asked about what has been cluttering your space or obstructing your progress and whether you are prepared to leave behind a toxic situation.

The shift into Pisces encourages introspection and closure, initiating a period of reflection and decluttering in preparation for new beginnings.

A fresh journal should be treated to yourself, and your thoughts and feelings should be chronicled. After the ‘cup’ of any bottled-up emotions has been emptied, the visualization of the people and things that you wish to attract into your life in the upcoming year can be begun—and perhaps forgiveness can be extended to a few. However, replenishing your reserves might literally need to be done first, Ram. A spa weekend or contemplative yoga retreat could be stolen away to help focus on your inner life during this transitional solar cycle.

Journaling and emotional release prepare you for visualizing future relationships and achievements, while self-care practices like retreats enhance focus and inner peace.

A primary goal of becoming happier at home could be set starting this Sunday, as your ruler, unstoppable Mars, concludes an eleven-week retrograde that commenced on December 6. Your attempts to ‘put yourself out there’ since then might have been met with less than the usual amount of fanfare, and on some frustrating days, mixed reviews. Mars’ movement from Leo back into Cancer on January 6 might have seen family drama and domestic discord disrupting your ability to relax at home. Mars getting back on track this Sunday, February 23, moving forward through Cancer until April 18, is now the good news.

The end of Mars retrograde marks a turning point for home happiness and resolving domestic challenges, providing renewed energy and focus.

If you have been quibbling or outright battling with a cranky or difficult relative, roommate, or landlord, your backbone will be strengthened by Mars. Limits should be set with this pushy person, and stand up for yourself. On the other hand, if a move—across town or across the country—has been contemplated, the red planet’s renewed drive and determination can hasten your departure. If you are happily nested, at least one corner of your space should be given a Pinterest-worthy makeover. Since the fourth house governs all things feminine, this cycle might bring some energizing ladies into your orbit, who will be a great source of support; some Aries might even join—or start—a women’s group or get involved in a cause that protects women’s rights, even if it involves an underground effort.

Mars’ renewed energy empowers you to resolve conflicts and make bold changes, whether moving homes or refreshing your living space, while also potentially expanding your social circle with supportive female friendships.