Make Mercury in retrograde work for you – Important dates to remember for March 2018

Monch the Mystic

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Make Mercury in retrograde work for you – Important dates to remember for March 2018
Here's how to take care of yourself, succeed at work, and get intimate this month while Mercury is in retrograde from March 22 - April 15

Know the times. Be in rhythm with the heavens. Take what resonates with you and leave the rest behind. Here are the important dates to remember for March 2018: 

ARIES (March 21 to April 19)

March 1: Virgo full moon

Today’s full moon in your organized 6th house calls you to clean up. To be your most effective, you need to streamline, systemize, and put everything in its proper place. Oh, and Aries, we all know you’re the best at what you do, but try to delegate instead of trying to do it all yourself.                                                

March 6 to May 13: Mercury in Aries        

For the next 3 months, it’s good to make a mental note that modesty will get you nowhere! With Mercury in aggressive Aries, let people know what you’ve been up to. Focus on how others stand to benefit, how you can stand up for the underdog.

March 17 to May 16: Mars in Capricorn   

Mars, your ruling planet, will take the lead in your goal-oriented 10th house, turning up the pressure to succeed. First, however, you need to know exactly what it is you want. Over the next two months, get clarity on your professional and personal objectives. Workplace pressure could get intense and competitive. Relationships will be built with the goal to last. Find a worthy challenge and rise to the occasion.                                                              

March 17: Pisces new moon      

Today’s healing new moon lights up your imagination, preparing you for some deep emotional bonding. Why don’t you let your softer, more vulnerable, intuitive side take the lead for a change? You might even secretly enjoy it.

March 22 to April 15: Mercury retrograde in Aries       

Mercury, the cosmic ruler of communication, technology, and travel backtracks in your sign. Expect delay on some key initiatives. Over the next 3 weeks, reflect, review, rework, and reinvent your grand plan so it’ll be near perfect when Mercury straightens out.                       

March 31: Libra full moon

The year’s only full moon in Libra, your house of partnership, signals some kind of turning point in a key relationship. La luna brings budding partnership to a beautiful culmination. In a lukewarm union? It’s sink-or-swim time. Single? Don’t quit 5 minutes before the miracle happens! With regards to business, accept the offer, partner up for real!

 

TAURUS (April 20 to May 20)

March 1: Virgo full moon

This steamy annual event powers up your 5th house of romance and glamour, rocketing your desires to a scorching level. Make the most of this once-a-year lunation – just watch out for extreme or overly dramatic reactions.

March 6 to 31: Venus in Aries

As romantic Venus marches into the sign of the bold Ram, you may feel like taking a risk in the name of love. Since Aries rules your introspective, private 12th house, make sure anyone you invite into your cocoon is someone you’d want to keep around!

March 6 to May 13: Mercury in Aries

As the analytical planet tours your intuitive 12th house, call on your creative right brain to do the heavy lifting. But rather than start anything new, finish up lingering projects to give yourself that much-needed break. You’ll find it easy to get lost in your thoughts and daydreams but make sure you can find your way back out.

March 17: Pisces new moon

This annual event spells an exciting beginning in your 11th house of group activity, community, and technology. Collaborate with like-minded spirits or find those missing key players that complement the team. Any new digital venture is favored now and over the coming 6 months.

March 17 to May 16: Mars in Capricorn

Go big or go home! You’ll be driven to explore and expand over the coming two months and should feel believe that you can take that leap of faith. As ambitious Mars sails through your 9th house of expansion, your new priorities may involve travel, study or being part of a startup. Push yourself beyond your comfort zone.

March 22 to April 15: Mercury retrograde in Aries       

Here we go again! Communicator Mercury turns backwards in your 12th house of hazy dealings and hidden enemies. People may not reveal their true intentions, so don’t be too quick to show yours. You might be fighting fatigue, and your thoughts could  be foggy. It’s okay, Taurus. Be kind and gentle with yourself.       

March 31 to April 24: Venus in Taurus

For the next 3 weeks, your magnetic ruler, Venus powers up to your sign and your life. Focus on pampering and appreciating yourself. Experiment with a new look, get serious about your dating efforts. Love is in the air!

March 31: Libra full moon                        

This annual event powers up your 6th house of order, systems, and service. This full moon will turn your attention to the little things that actually mean a lot. It’s time to declutter or get help if you’re having difficultly with doing just that. Kon Mari’s The Life Changing Magic of Tidying Up is the perfect book to read for the next 6 months.  

 

GEMINI (May 21 to June 20)

March 1: Virgo full moon

The annual event falls in your sentimental 4th house, bringing emotions out into the open. Know that it is okay to wear your heart on your sleeve and be vulnerable sometimes, Gemini. Trust me, you’ll be doing the world a favor.

March 6 to May 13: Mercury in Aries

Your ruler, cerebral Mercury, moves into your house of teamwork. Take this opportunity to create new professional collaborations and get to know people from different departments or with different views. If you can come to find that sweet spot, a meeting of the minds, you might come up with something totally original and progressive!

March 17: Pisces new moon      

The year’s only new moon in your house of career plants the seeds for a whole new destination – if you’re looking to make a change. If you’re happy with the where you are, this new moon will kick off a 6 month sprint of professional growth and help you set some new goals for the coming year.     

March 22 to April 15: Mercury retrograde in Aries       

Today begins a 3 week cycle of delays and confusion involving technology, communication, and travel. Your ruler, mental Mercury, spins into retrograde motion in your group activities sector. Be extra careful about what you share with friends and colleagues. Not everyone has the most honorable intentions during this period.

March 31 to April 24: Venus in Taurus

For the next 3 and a half weeks, the love planet will go incognito as she hunkers down in your 12th house of introspection and surrender. Drop your guard, open your heart, and see what happens when you don’t try to force or control things.        

March 31: Libra full moon                                    

The year’s only full moon on your house of glamour, lust, and creativity is something is an occasion for celebration! This could bring a budding connection to the next level or inspire you to express your desires or honest feelings toward someone. Vulnerability is key.   

CANCER (June 21 to July 22)                                                                                   

March 1: Virgo full moon

Take is once-in-a-year opportunity to streamline your systems. Take the first step to build momentum that will push your forward for several months. Start with a small decluttering mission. Think how you can delegate tasks so that you can focus on the bigger picture instead of getting stuck on the minor details.                    

March 4: Sun-Neptune conjunction

Your hopeful 9th house is getting hotter as Sun aligns with imaginative Neptune. Are you serious about turning a dream into a reality? Do something a little bold and unconventional. Take a class, network with fellow outliers, begin the research and development now!

March 17 to May 16: Mars in Capricorn

Make the most of the action planet’s motivational energy. It does after all, come only after every two years. Start pushing for and accomplishing goals. Looking to collaborate? Reach out to someone you’ve worked with in the past and see where the synergy leads this time around.

March 17: Pisces new moon

All kinds of fresh starts are in bloom under this new moon shining on your 9th house of travel, education, and entrepreneurship. Anything expansive will work well with the moon’s energy. Think about which of your many brilliant ideas could actually be executed.

March 22 to April 15: Mercury retrograde in Aries                   

Oh honey, here we go again! The communication planet shifts into reverse in your professional zone, possibly giving you second thoughts about your career goals. Things are uncertain now, so it’s  better to do your research and due diligence than commit to anything.      

March 31: Libra full moon

This annual full moon shines on your foundational 4th house affects you on a profound level. This may strong feelings to the surface tempting you to pour your heart out to someone. Make sure they’re ready to hear this first though and be ready to listen in return.

LEO (July 23 to August 22)                       

March 1: Virgo full moon             

Note this down, Leo! This year’s only full moon in your financial sector could signal a career turning point, a profitable new gig, or a raise at a current job. Amp up efforts in the coming weeks because you’ll be on a roll!     

March 6 to May 13: Mercury in Aries

During this extra-long transit, while mercury will also be retrograde from March 22 to April 15, think outside the box. Travel to exotic locations, try out a different scene to spark inspiration you could use for your personal and personal life.

March 17: Pisces new moon

This once-a-year event in your 8th house of intimacy pushes you a little deeper into the emotion ocean. An event could spur a move toward more permanent status or taking a next big step as a couple. This annual Pisces new moon can also jump-start a potentially profitable joint venture – if you’re willing to open up and take someone into your confidence.

March 17 to May 16: Mars in Capricorn

You’ll be fired up to tackle a life-improvement project as the action planet, Mars, marches through your 6th house of organization and wellness. Just a note though, stay on guard against a streak of perfectionism and pickiness. This is also a good time to restart a fitness regimen. Health is wealth, Leo!          

March 22 to April 15: Mercury retrograde in Aries       

Can we slow down a bit, please? Mercury the messenger does an about-face in your visionary 9th house, throwing off your plans. This doesn’t mean you should abandon all hope, though. Take this as a chance to review your vision and double-check that everyone is on the same page. Back up your important documents to the cloud, and when you’re traveling, make sure you have lots of extra time!

March 31 to April 24: Venus in Taurus

When the love planet cruises through your sophisticated, ambitious 10th house, you’ll be in the mood for upscale romancing. You may be attracted to a more mature, established type. This realm rules long-term planning, so couples will have an easy time talking about their hopes for the future.                                 

March 31: Libra full moon                                                

The annual full moon in your communication corner inspires you to share your ideas in a group setting and take chances. You could receive the news you’ve been waiting for in the next two weeks. Are you ready to act on it?      

VIRGO (August 23 – September 22)

March 1: Virgo full moon             

What a great time for you and your efforts, Virgo! You could get the news you’ve been waiting for in the next few weeks following this full moon. Make sure you’re ready for the extra attention and publicity! This full moon can bring recognition of your efforts for the past 6 months. If you’re ready to move on, it’s an auspicious time to jump on that next project!                                                  

March 17: Pisces new moon      

New beginnings await for Virgos who’ve been unsuccessful in their search for true love. Pisces energy is openhearted and compassionate; maybe embody more of that into your life? Explore the possibilities of relationship today, or in the next two weeks, while the influence of this trailblazing new moon invigorates your partnership house.

March 17 to May 16: Mars in Capricorn

Get ready to attract a lot of attention for being forthright. Courageous Mars in your expressive 5th house makes you a fierce role model when you raise your voice for change. Just keep your ego in check – otherwise, you may come across as arrogant when you’re simply trying to do the right thing.

March 22 to April 15: Mercury retrograde in Aries

Just as things were picking up speed, communicator Mercury throws in into reverses in your house of joint ventures and intense emotion. Shared money deals could get dicey, as can almost any financial transaction. Don’t take things for granted. Jealousy, suspicion, and trust issues can erupt during this period. Slow down and be honest with yourself.                      

March 31: Libra full moon

Cash in your chips! Rewards for your hard work and devotion will finally come in at this culminating full moon in your second house of work and money.. This can lead to an improvement in your quality of life. Be careful though not to get too carried away. 

LIBRA (September 23 – October 22)

March 1: Virgo full moon

The year’s only full moon in your 12th house of healing and surrender can knock down your fortress walls. Spend time lost in your imagination but don’t get so stuck in daydreams that you lose sight of reality!

March 4: Sun-Mercury-Neptune conjunction

While you could focus on your own work, make a little time in the day to give back through doing service or raising awareness of a worthy cause. Ask yourself: How can I inspire others to also want to create positive change?

March 6 to May 13: Mercury in Aries

Mercury will spend an extra-long period in your partnership and contracts zone because of the retrograde. What a blessing to have your diplomatic skills at this time!

March 17: Pisces new moon

This once-a-year new moon brings in opportunities to work more collaboratively especially important if you’ve been doing all the work. Getting some extra help even if you had to pay for it wouldn’t be a waste! In fact, it could give you space and time you’ve been needing to focus on your growth.                           

March 22 to April 15: Mercury retrograde in Aries

The communication planet makes its first retrograde in your relationship house. If you’re not 100 percent sure about a certain union, hit the pause button before jumping in too deep. An old flame could reignite, tempting you to give them another chance. Tempting, right? Use this as a period for thinking and not necessarily for taking any big steps.

March 31: Libra full moon

This powerful full moon in your sign puts the spotlight on you! No more hiding behind the scenes, Libra. Step into the stage and bask in the recognition from a job well done. Give yourself a pat on the back. Really, you deserve it. 

SCORPIO (October 23 – November 21)

March 1: Virgo full moon

With the full moon in your 11th house of community and collaboration, big news may come about a project. Perhaps something that has been only a vision finally gets pushed off the ground. Charities or social causes are highlighted at this time.

March 6 to May 13: Mercury in Aries

The mental planet swings into your orderly and organized 6th house for 3 months – an extra-long visit since Mercury will also be going retrograde. This is a perfect time to focus on detailed tasks and organize your life. You’ll have an opportunity to improve your health as well. Have fun doing it by getting a buddy or using apps that help you keep track of your health stats.

March 17: Pisces new moon      

This imaginative new moon in your passionate 5th house plants the seeds of change in your love life. Prepare to write a new page in your personal romance novel.

March 17 to May 16: Mars in Capricorn

Mars takes the stage in your communication house, turning you into an ideas machine. You’ve got a lot to say and there’s no holding you back from saying it. Make time to listen though. Someone’s ideas could help you further your goals and you may even form a lasting partnership as a result.

March 22 to April 15: Mercury retrograde in Aries                   

When Mercury reverses in your orderly 6th house, chaos could erupt. Back up your important data, put things in writing, and brace yourself for breakdowns with technology, communication and travel. Concentrate on one thing at a time instead of scattering your energies.

March 31: Libra full moon            

Today’s full moon in your 12th house of healing brings things to a conclusion. If a certain relationship is past its expiration date, don’t waste your time trying to preserve it. Get ready to move on to something less draining and more fulfilling. This could be the first step to opening up space for new opportunities. Brighter and better times lie ahead!

SAGITTARIUS (November 22 – December 21)

March 1: Virgo full moon

The year’s only full moon in Virgo and your 10th house of profession could bring a career achievement. Don’t rest on your laurels or wait to be invited, though. Seize the moment and step into a position of power, your true power. 

March 6 to May 13: Mercury in Aries

Mercury makes an extended trip through your fearless 5th house, helping you express yourself with passion and positivity. This transit is great for creative visualization and artistic ventures. Just choose your words carefully when mercury turns retrograde on March 22. Yes, the truth must be told, but it must be done with compassion.                        

March 17: Pisces new moon

Your inner foundations are reinvigorated by this Pisces new moon that lands in your 4th house of home and security. What sweeping changes in your domestic life needs to be made? Maybe you’d like to move, expand your family or indulge in more self-care. Set your intentions then take steps to make this dream a reality!

March 17 to May 16: Mars in Capricorn   

Feisty Mars runs into your second house of money and stability, ramping up your drive for security. Even the most free-spirited of you archers will need to know where “this” is heading. If you haven’t been treated well, assertive Mars helps you stand up for your worth.

March 22 to April 15: Mercury retrograde in Aries

Communicator Mercury turns retrograde in your dramatic 5th house causing a lot of power trips. Beware of divas and keep your own tendencies on a down low. It’s the perfect time to return to stalled creative projects. Also, a former flame may make a return which could be a sweet reunion or another catastrophe waiting to happen. Approach with caution!                            

March 17 to May 16: Mars in Capricorn   

Passion planet amps up the energy in your second house of work and money. If you’ve got a vision, work to get it off the ground. Exciting times ahead accompanies by stress too of course. Have a contingency plan to deal with unforeseen events. 

March 31: Libra full moon

Today, it really is about the community and connections! A group effort could reach a turning point under this collaborative full moon. You might end up with a new team that can take your ideas out to a wider audience for the coming 6 months. Take to your favorite social media platform and start spreading your message. 

CAPRICORN  (December 22 – January 19)                                              

March 1: Virgo full moon

This lunar lift in your 9th house of expansion could spark a visionary breakthrough! By speaking out and sharing your ideas with others, you could discover plenty of enlightened folks eager to work with you. Travel, publishing and education are also emphasized under this full moon.

March 17 to May 16: Mars in Capricorn               

When Mars in your sign – for the first time in two years – you’ll be bursting with determination, willpower and a clearer sense of purpose. Get ready, set, goals!

March 17: Pisces new moon

This one-a-year event in your communication center helps you find the right words for every occasion by trusting your intuition, not Google or a thesaurus. Allow yourself to stay present in all conversations. Who knows? It might develop into a partnership over the next 6 months. All kinds of networking starting today can lead you to lasting contacts.

March 22 to April 15: Mercury retrograde in Aries

Uh-oh! This cycle can mess with all the ways you commune and commute. Although this retrograde will affect your home and family sector, don’t underestimate the ways that those kinds of interruptions can derail your progress at work. Leave the house a little earlier and put some clever hacks in place to help with wonky work-life balance.

March 22 to April 15: Mercury retrograde in Aries

When messenger Mercury goes retrograde in your emotional 4th house, tension could bubble up at the casa. Family issues or fatigue might leave you feeling frustrated and craving some personal space. Create a safe space for you to retreat to in these times of trouble. It could save your sanity and relationships!

March 31: Libra full moon

The year’s only full moon in your professional sector could signal a culmination. You’ll finally reap the rewards on something you’ve been working on the past several months. La luna’s lift could motivate you to in terms of career, leaving one path for a more fulfilling one or accepting a promotion. Hold tight!

AQUARIUS (January 20 – February 18)                                                                  

March 1: Virgo full moon             

This full moon in your 8th house of intimacy and big money could stoke the flames of desire and bring major luck or misfortune in income causing a shift in the way your handle your finances. If your finances are tied to someone else, have a talk on whether or not you’re partnership if still profitable or if you are still on the same page. 

March 6 to May 13: Mercury in Aries        

Bring on the lightning! You’ll be an idea machine for the next 3 months as quick Mercury lights up your cerebral 3rd house and eureka moments one after the other! During this transit, team up with like-minded people to further maximize your potential.  

March 17: Pisces new moon

This life-altering new moon in your financial zone happens only once a year, so plan to make the most of this transformational energy. Where others see obstacles, see only opportunity by putting in the effort towards seeing your vision through.

March 17 to May 16: Mars in Capricorn   

Mars slips into your 12th house of fantasy, illusion, and hidden agendas. You could easily be deceived by a charming but flighty character. Old feelings of resentment may rise up. What have you not come to terms with? Now’s the time to do some healing work.                                     

March 22 to April 15: Mercury retrograde in Aries       

Mercury, makes a slippery backspin into impulsive Aries. Make sure to back up your data to the cloud; triple-check all plans and reservations.

March 31: Libra full moon            

This full moon in your visionary 9th house could lead to a professional breakthrough or an opportunity for further studies and travel. Don’t hold back your more eccentric ideas. You might be surprised by the support that comes through.

PISCES (February 19 – March 20)                   

March 1: Virgo full moon             

The year’s only Virgo full moon lands in your house of committed relationships You will be faced with the tough questions. Are you in, or are you out? The moon will push to seal the deal or it could inspire you to finally cut the cord on a relationship that’s no longer serving you. For the next few weeks, search your heart and soul and come up with an answer. Watch out though because Virgo can make you a bit too critical. Apply kindness and compassion to your decision.          

March 17: Pisces new moon

The year’s only new moon in your sign can help you start over. The only things that hold you back are self-doubt and a limited imagination. Seek help in these departments. Over the next 3 months, you can develop an enhanced level of self-awareness and independence. If you can dream it, you can do it.

March 22 to April 15: Mercury retrograde in Aries

Mercury’s 3 week reversal through your second house of money and work could interrupt or undo recent progress. Go with the flow and ride this transit out as best you can, knowing that once the planet gets back on track, so will your finances.

March 31: Libra full moon

This once-a-year full moon in sensual Libra lands in your 8th house of intimacy and intense emotions. Over the coming weeks, you may not be able to put out the fire on your burning desire and could experience mind-blowing chemistry with someone. Know thyself, Pisces: This volcanic lunation can spark extreme behavior. The 8th house also rules joint ventures, investments, and shared finances. Are you doing the most with willing partners to combine your talents for mutual profit? This full moon can help you fix up your finances. – Rappler.com

 

Monica Lopez Gamboa, also known as Monch the Mystic, completed Debra Silverman’s Online Astrology Program in April 2016 and has been giving readings since. Her dream is that one day the entire country (and the world!) will be able to speak the language of the stars as an avenue for self-awareness and self-actualization. Book a reading with Monch on her website.

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