Astrology of Today – Wednesday, March 1, 2023

Today’s Transits (Eastern Standard Time)

Date & Time: Mar 1 2023  0:00 am

Event: Moon in Cancer

Description: The Moon in Cancer

This is a good time for making or nurturing emotional connections, sharing feelings, and connecting with our imagination, warmth, compassion, and sensitivity. We might concentrate on home, family, and domestic matters now. Nurture others and also the self.

Date & Time: Mar 1 2023  7:56 am

Event: Tr-Tr Mon Sqr Cer

Description: Transiting Moon Square Transiting Ceres

There can be conflicts with loved ones, or we could be feeling unsupported. People could seem insensitive or uncaring, or our own needs seem to be at odds with the needs of family and friends.

Date & Time: Mar 1 2023  10:19 am

Event: Tr-Tr Mon Sxt Nod

Description: Transiting Moon Sextile Transiting North Node

A good time for dealing with the public, for making connections, and for taking positive steps towards a personal or professional goal. You are able to make changes. This is a feel-good time for embracing new opportunities.

Date & Time: Mar 1 2023  6:06 pm

Event: Tr-Tr Mon Sqr Ves

Description: Transiting Moon Square Transiting Vesta

We can be a little stiff with our emotions, and we can be distracted from our work or focus. There can be difficulty expressing tenderness, concern, or care.

Date & Time: Mar 1 2023  9:09 pm

Event: Tr-Tr Mon Tri Sun

Description: Transiting Moon Trine Transiting Sun

There is a nice feeling of harmony and a cooperative feel to this time. Better decision making. We represent ourselves well now. It’s easier to attract support, favorable responses, and positive experiences. We are less fearful and less defensive. This is a harmonious time.

Date & Time: Mar 1 2023  9:30 pm

Event: Tr-Tr Mon Cnj Pal

Description: Transiting Moon Conjunction Transiting Pallas

This is a time of imagination and intuition, when we can draw upon our internal wisdom. There is a good ability to successfully combine logic and intuition, and to understand problems taking into account the human element. There is sensitivity to people’s issues now. Cooperation. Effective, sensitive decision making.

Date & Time: Mar 1 2023  10:49 pm

Event: Tr-Tr Mon Sqr Ven

Description: Transiting Moon Square Transiting Venus

Romantic matters can be unsettled, or we can be a little insecure in our relationships. It can be difficult to show restraint. An indulgent, moody time. Hypersensitivity.

Date & Time: Mar 1 2023  11:03 pm

Event: Tr-Tr Mon Sqr Jup

Description: Transiting Moon Square Transiting Jupiter

We may not be very realistic right now – there can be some exaggeration. Minor annoyances are possible now. Contrariness or disagreements. This is not an ideal time for publicity, promotion, or legal matters. We can experience injustices. We are less inclined to consider the consequences of over-eating, over-drinking, or overdoing in general. This is a time to show some restraint. Grandiosity is not appreciated right now, and excess doesn’t go over well either. With a little self-control we can learn about what truly makes us happy.

Date & Time: Mar 1 2023  8:39 am

Event: Tr-Tr Ven Sqr Pal

Description: Transiting Venus Square Transiting Pallas

It can be difficult to find peace or balance in our relationships, or to connect deeply/intimately now. We may not be appreciating one another.

Strong Signs, Elements, Modes

Today’s Emphasized Signs of the Zodiac

ARIES STRONG

Initiating, pioneering energy. Independent, bold, courageous, assertive, fiery, inspirational, direct, decisive. Can be egotistical, impulsive, impatient, aggressive, lacking subtlety.

CANCER STRONG

Nurturing, protective, tenacious, emotional sensitive, watery, strong roots. Can be overly protective, unwilling to let go, timid, reclusive.

AQUARIUS STRONG

Humanitarian, innovative, group conscious, progressive, serving others. Can be rebellious, eccentric, aloof, emotionally superficial, overly extroverted.

PISCES STRONG

Compassionate, sensitive, self-sacrificing, gentle, intuitive. Can be escapist, impractical, hyper- sensitive, gullible.

Today’s Elemental Balance

EARTH WEAK

There can be a lack of desire, interest, or skills regarding  practical affairs. We may not be very much in touch with reality. Difficulties concentrating, grounding ourselves. 

WATER STRONG

Water signs are Cancer, Scorpio, and Pisces. We are more compassionate, emotional, and intuitive than usual, and we may react emotionally to situations, possibly at the expense of logic or practicality. 

Today’s Modal Balance

The modes are balanced today.

Today’s Lunar Phase

LUNAR PHASE: FIRST QUARTER

Moon from 90 to 135 degrees ahead of the Sun. 

We are motivated to take action, perhaps due to a clash, conflict, or stress, as we are more aware of problems and differences now. Plans are beginning to take off or turn a corner. We should watch for pushing too hard.

The following aspects (major only) and positions are at noon (EST) on March 1st:

Note that when an aspect is applying, it has not yet happened but is within orb – it’s pending. When an aspect is separating, it has already happened/perfected and is moving away from the aspect. Depending on the speed of the planet/body involved, the aspect will have perfected–or will perfect–in a matter of hours (often the case with the Moon), days, months, and possibly years in the case of the very slow-moving outer planets and bodies.

Note that the Moon moves at a rate of approximately one degree every 2 hours so that if an aspect involving the Moon is applying and has an orb of 5 degrees, the aspect will perfect (be exact) in about 10 hours. If the Moon is separating from an aspect with an orb of 2 degrees, it has already formed said aspect approximately 4 hours ago (since the following are positions at noon today, then it would have occurred at about 8 AM today).

**I suggest paying close attention to applying aspects. The energy of the aspect builds as it gets closer to exact. Once an aspect involving inner planets has happened, it’s over. Separating aspects are good to know for context, but in terms of energy that is with us today, applying aspects are most important. (This is the case for daily astrology influences involving inner planets, which pass quickly, and not natal astrology aspects, which are with us for a lifetime).

The Moon through Pluto: Signs, Aspects, & Degrees

THE MOON

THE MOON IN CANCER

A feeling of belonging and safety motivate us under this influence. This Moon position has much healing potential. The Moon in Cancer generally favors domestic activities or activities that involve awareness of personal needs, home decor, and family get-togethers.

8TH DEGREE OF CANCER

Part of Body: Oesophageal opening of diaphragm 

Sabian Symbol: Rabbits dressed in clothes and on parade.

ASPECTS OF THE MOON

TRINE THE SUN  Orb 3°42′ Applying

We are supportive, cooperative, open, genuine, and more relaxed than usual. 

SQUARE VENUS  Orb 4°22′ Applying

There could be clashes between the desire for familiarity and the need for pleasure. Overindulgence or overspending possible.

SQUARE JUPITER  Orb 4°53′ Applying

We may not be very realistic right now, which can lead to moodiness, as we are more invested in our dreams and expectations.

SQUARE CHIRON  Orb 6°44′ Applying

We could be dwelling on hurt feelings or resentments. We can be sensitive to what others think of us, and decisions made now may not reflect our hearts and can be regrettable later on. We might take things the wrong way due to sensitivity. We may not make efforts to be understood. Hurt feelings are opportunities for healing.

THE SUN

THE SUN IN PISCES

Pisces rules empathy, selfless love, devotion, and wisdom. Its shadow side rules self-pity, a feeling of being victimized by life, passivity, and elusiveness.

11TH DEGREE OF PISCES

Part of Body: Lymph vessels of foot 

Sabian Symbol: Men seeking illumination.

MERCURY

MERCURY IN AQUARIUS

You are brimming with original and unique ideas. You enjoy exchanging ideas with other people, particularly friends and groups of people. You are an inventive thinker, and may rebel against old and traditional ideas.

28TH DEGREE OF AQUARIUS

Part of Body: Right tibia 

Sabian Symbol: A tree felled and sawed.

ASPECTS OF MERCURY

CONJUNCTION SATURN  Orb 1°24′ Applying

You have a logical mind. As a child you were shy and unable to express your opinions. As an adult you will become a voice of authority.

VENUS

VENUS IN ARIES

You will pursue a partner ardently and hastily, and yet strive for freedom and independence once you are in an intimate relationship. You like to be the initiator in relationships, and you can be aggressive. You may be a spendthrift.

12TH DEGREE OF ARIES

Part of Body: Tongue 

Sabian Symbol: A flock of wild geese.

ASPECTS OF VENUS

CONJUNCTION JUPITER  Orb 0°31′ Applying

We are looking for more meaning or color to our lives and especially to our relationships. We seek to make others happy and tend to give others the benefit of the doubt. Our feelings and tastes are grand, and we may be especially extravagant or indulgent. 

CONJUNCTION CHIRON  Orb 2°22′ Applying

You have a childlike innocence in  your personal relationships, which makes you vulnerable to emotional pain. You fear commitment and rejection. You may experience pain in early relationships, but this pain is usually healed giving you insight and wisdom in later personal relationships. You see the beauty in people who have been cast aside by others, and develop the ability to be a teacher or healer in intimate relationships.

MARS

MARS IN GEMINI

You like to initiate ideas and spread information. You are assertive, although you can resort to evasive behaviour.

20TH DEGREE OF GEMINI

Part of Body: Third rib 

Sabian Symbol: A cafeteria.

ASPECTS OF MARS

SQUARE NEPTUNE  Orb 5°11′ Applying

This is a time for resting, escaping, or taking a break as we reconsider our needs. We might temporarily lose focus or direction.

JUPITER

JUPITER IN ARIES

You are freedom-loving, and a spontaneous seeker of the truth. You have the potential to be a philosophical or religious leader.

13TH DEGREE OF ARIES

Part of Body: Ventricles of brain 

Sabian Symbol: A bomb which failed to explode is now safely concealed.

ASPECTS OF JUPITER

CONJUNCTION CHIRON  Orb 1°51′ Applying

You have a zealous and idealistic side to your nature. You are constantly chasing rainbows, each one brighter than the last. You feel that you are on a mission. Your lesson is to trust your own inner wisdom. You will then have the ability to become a spiritual teacher of others based on the wisdom gained from your own experiences.

SATURN

SATURN IN AQUARIUS

You have an ability to work well in groups. Your work is often original and innovative.

30TH DEGREE OF AQUARIUS

Part of Body: Connections in lower leg 

Sabian Symbol: Moon-lit fields, once babylon, are blooming white.

URANUS

URANUS IN TAURUS

(1934 – 1942) We approach money and personal possessions in new ways and learn how to free ourselves from certain material constraints. Innovative ways to make ourselves comfortable emerge. We’re less inhibited about expressing sensuality, self-love, body love, and pampering. We’re challenging what we previously valued. There can be abrupt changes with money, valuables, possessions, and income that lead to a reshuffling of priorities or values. Income might come from non-traditional sources or ventures. We’re bringing progressive ideas to the world of business. New ways of doing business, as well as making, viewing, and handling money are likely. Income and the energy we put into making money can be variable. (May 15, 2018, to November 6, 2018, then March 6, 2019, to July 7, 2025, and then November 7, 2025, to April 25, 2026). 

16TH DEGREE OF TAURUS

Part of Body: Carotid arteries 

Sabian Symbol: An old man attempting vainly to reveal the mysteries.

NEPTUNE

NEPTUNE IN PISCES

A long-term influence in which fantasy, imagination, compassion, and spirituality are in stronger focus. (April 4, 2011, to August 4, 2011, then February 3, 2012, to March 30, 2025, then October 22, 2025, to January 26, 2026)

25TH DEGREE OF PISCES

Part of Body: Left distal tibio-fibular joint 

Sabian Symbol: The purging of the priesthood.

PLUTO

PLUTO IN CAPRICORN

Tests of our boundaries; breaking down and rebuilding structures and rules. (From January 25, 2008, to June 14, 2008, then November 26, 2008, to March 23, 2023, then June 11, 2023, to January 20, 2024, then September 1, 2024, to November 19, 2024).

30TH DEGREE OF CAPRICORN

Part of Body: Adductor muscle 

Sabian Symbol: Directors of a large firm meet in secret conference.

Chiron, Major Asteroids, and Moon’s Nodes: in Sign and by Degree

CHIRON IN ARIES

Your sense of being has been violated in some way and you may fear asserting yourself. You may also over-compensate by attempting to be the first at everything. Physically you may suffer head wounds. You may become a pioneer in a way that will be of service to humanity.

14TH DEGREE OF ARIES

Part of Body: Frontal lobes of brain 

Sabian Symbol: A serpent coiling near a man and a woman.

VESTA IN ARIES

This can be a time for grabbing the reins and working solo. There can be strong energy for new enterprises but not necessarily for routine work.

10TH DEGREE OF ARIES

Part of Body: Eyeball 

Sabian Symbol: A scholar creates new forms for ancient symbols.

PALLAS IN CANCER

You are very intuitive. You rely on your emotions to guide your opinions and thoughts. You are an empathetic listener and are keen to keep up communications with your family and loved ones.

12TH DEGREE OF CANCER

Part of Body: Greater curvature of stomach 

Sabian Symbol: A chinese woman nursing a baby with a message.

JUNO IN ARIES

You need freedom within your relationships and may become impatient if this is denied. If you do not express your own need for independence you may attract a dominant partner.

25TH DEGREE OF ARIES

Part of Body: Sternocleidomastoid muscle 

Sabian Symbol: A double promise reveals its inner and outer meanings.

CERES IN LIBRA

You feel cared for when your loved ones create an atmosphere of peace and beauty. You like to co-operate with those close to you.

5TH DEGREE OF LIBRA

Part of Body: Renal pyramids 

Sabian Symbol: A man teaching the true inner knowledge.

THE BLACK MOON IN LEO

6TH DEGREE OF LEO

Part of Body: Entrance of pulmonary artery 

Sabian Symbol: An old fashioned woman and an up-to-date one.

ERIS IN ARIES

25TH DEGREE OF ARIES

Part of Body: Sternocleidomastoid muscle 

Sabian Symbol: A double promise reveals its inner and outer meanings.

THE NORTH NODE

THE NORTH NODE IN TAURUS

This is a quest to overcome your distrust of change, to develop creative outlets for your intense emotions and to avoid hitting out at loved ones. These attributes plagued you in this life because of suffering and traumatic endings in past-lives which left you with deep emotional wounds and a feeling of being cheated. In learning this life’s lesson of trusting the process of change you will develop a newfound sense of peace and stability.

6TH DEGREE OF TAURUS

Part of Body: Larynx 

Sabian Symbol: A bridge being built across a gorge.

THE SOUTH NODE

THE SOUTH NODE IN SCORPIO

This is a quest to overcome your distrust of change, to develop creative outlets for your intense emotions and to avoid hitting out at loved ones. These attributes plagued you in this life because of suffering and traumatic endings in past-lives which left you with deep emotional wounds and a feeling of being cheated. In learning this life’s lesson of trusting the process of change you will develop a newfound sense of peace and stability.

6TH DEGREE OF SCORPIO

Part of Body: Right epididymus, uterine cavity 

Sabian Symbol: A gold rush.

**Conjunctions to Select Fixed Stars on March 1, 2023.**