By February, several planets move into Aquarius, converging with the North Node Rahu and hemmed in by Mars and Saturn. This pressure can correlate with major disruptions, such as seismic activity affecting the oceans, and intensified geopolitical stress triggered by extreme events. A powerful annular solar eclipse opens the door to important changes and conversations, shining a spotlight on what may be possible moving forward. Yet alignments with Rahu can also distort perception, as the Sun's light is temporarily blocked. With the eclipse occurring in the lunar mansion associated with alliances (Dhaniṣṭhā), we may see more alterations and moving parts in the world order. Insight and exaggeration always sit close together during an eclipse, and there is a risk of moving from a genuine truth into faulty logic or conspiracy. Remaining as detached and clear-minded as possible is essential, acting in ways that serve the wider good. This is the best of what an Aquarius eclipse has to offer. Yet clarity may be especially difficult this month, as Saturn and Neptune conjoin by exact degree shortly after the eclipse. If something is not completely eclipsed, it’s out of focus and blurry. And with nearly all the planets conjoined the eclipse or hemming it in, everyone is impacted. Fear of the truth can obscure it. The Saturn-Neptune conjunction carries the potential for either delusion or a sobering realisation, with one perhaps leading to the other. An open mind is crucial as you figure out which is which. Despite the sense of urgency leading to the eclipse, ask yourself if it’s the best time to make any definitive decisions or statements while all is in flux. What should feel solid may instead feel fragile. Extreme flooding is one of the more obvious possible expressions of the Saturn-Neptune conjunction combined with an eclipse, and there may be an event that captures global attention, accompanied by a shared sense of shock and sadness. Adding to the complexity, Mercury turns retrograde in Aquarius toward the end of February and reconnects with Rahu through March. Mars also enters Aquarius by the end of February, increasing the likelihood of flare-ups, technical problems, and friction of all kinds. Uranus stations direct in February, which can restore forward momentum while also accelerating change, particularly around resources and the economy. When a planet slows in its transit, it becomes stronger and more able to effect change, either through events or within the collective psyche. Uranus’ station in Taurus reflects shifts in resources and in how we find new ways to create stability. Saturn’s aspect to Uranus holds it back somewhat, but eventually the dam breaks. With so much instability and change in February, the more open to change you can be, the better off you will be.
