Happy last week of winter, dear friends!
We’re entering an encouraging period of growth and possibility. Whether you’re in the Northern Hemisphere saying goodbye to winter or in the Southern Hemisphere wrapping up summer, this transition signals a chance to prepare for new beginnings and eventual harvest. No matter which season you’re approaching, there’s potential for abundance if you plan and act with intention.
This week’s skies are relatively calm—no dramatic outer-planet upheavals are on the schedule. Many planetary positions remain steady while we move toward spring in the north and autumn in the south. The primary influence to note is Mercury in retrograde through the end of the month. While retrogrades often get a bad reputation, this one offers a useful pause: a chance to slow down, reassess, and refine.
Rather than resisting Mercury retrograde, use it constructively. Expect some delays or glitches with travel and technology, but don’t treat the period as a catastrophe. Retrograde cycles invite the “re” themes—reboot, refresh, reconnect, reunite, remember—which can help you come back to what matters and tidy up loose ends. Slower communication and a gentler pace are part of the balance; there’s usually a reason things feel held up, and honoring that rhythm will serve you better than forcing progress.
Embrace this quieter energy. Prepare for spring’s bounty by doing the steady, necessary work now. Refine plans, follow through on small steps, and maintain clarity about your priorities. Staying attentive to daily influences can help you make the most of these transitional days.
Wishing you a peaceful, productive week—create something blissful. Here’s what the planets are doing and a day-by-day snapshot to guide you.
Planetary Locations for March 11–17, 2019
- Sun: Pisces (until March 20, 2019)
- Mercury: Pisces (until April 17, 2019; retrograde in Pisces March 5–28)
- Venus: Aquarius (until March 26, 2019)
- Mars: Taurus (until March 30, 2019)
- Jupiter: Sagittarius (until December 2, 2019)
- Saturn: Capricorn (until March 22, 2020)
- Uranus: Taurus (March 6, 2019 to August 19, 2021)
- Neptune: Pisces (until January 2026)
- Pluto: Capricorn (until October 12, 2024)
Daily Snapshots for March 11–17, 2019
Monday, March 11
Sun: Pisces — Let your creativity and compassion lead the way.
Moon: Taurus — Ground yourself and tune into your senses.
Tuesday, March 12
Sun: Pisces
Moon: Gemini — Expect options and lively mental energy; decisions may hinge on past patterns.
Wednesday, March 13
Sun: Pisces
Moon: Gemini
Transit highlight:
- Sun in Pisces sextile Pluto in Capricorn: This supportive link between the Sun and Pluto favors meaningful transformation. You may tear down outdated structures to make room for something more authentic and powerful. Use this energy to begin rebuilding with intention.
Thursday, March 14
Sun: Pisces
Moon: Cancer — Focus on home, family, and emotional nourishment.
Transit highlight:
- Sun conjunct Mercury in Pisces: Creativity and clear insight are accessible today. Even though Mercury is retrograde, ideas that surface now can be deeply rooted and revealing—think breakthroughs that arise from reflection or past experience.
Friday, March 15
Sun: Pisces
Moon: Cancer
Transit highlight:
- Mercury in Pisces square Jupiter in Sagittarius: Big ideas and optimistic thinking are in the air. While opportunities and luck may appear, the square advises moderation: avoid overindulgence in spending, eating, or emotional excess. Temper enthusiasm with discernment to benefit from this expansive energy.
Saturday, March 16
Sun: Pisces
Moon: Cancer
Transit highlight:
- Mercury in Pisces sextile Pluto in Capricorn: Conversations or news today can be potent and transformative. This supportive aspect between communication and deep change encourages meaningful exchanges that can redirect plans. Expect intensity, but trust that it’s guiding you forward.
Sunday, March 17
Sun: Pisces
Moon: Leo — Celebrate playfulness and nurture your inner child.
Transit highlight:
- Mercury in Pisces sextile Mars in Taurus: Despite the retrograde, this cooperative angle helps you pursue tangible goals with determination. Revisit ideas you’ve shelved and reignite momentum—unexpected messages may propel you toward useful action.