This week, as Mars enters Pisces, the sign of the spiritual warrior, prepare to fight for what's meaningful to you. Eclipse season continues with a Full Moon Total Lunar Eclipse in Virgo. The Sun and Jupiter spotlight positivity and optimism. Venus finishes up its journey through Pisces with an aspect to Uranus, then enters Aries and aspects Saturn and Neptune. Mercury makes a lovely aspect to Jupiter. And sorry, once again, no time for a listener question this week, but keep sending your questions for future episodes! Plus: A croaky voice, dealing with the everyday world, and widening the inner circle!

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[1:56] Mars enters Pisces (Mar. 2, 6:16 am PST), until April 9. When action is filled with meaning and sensitivity, it brings healing.

[4:35] Moon Report! Virgo Full Moon Lunar Eclipse (Mar. 3, 3:38 am PST) at 12°53’ Virgo and Pisces. See if you can find similar threads from these past eclipses: Sep. 1, 2016, and Mar. 3, 2007. Let go of excessive criticism and judgmental tendencies.

[8:12] Lunar Phase Family Cycle (LPFC). This is the Full Moon (awareness point) in an LPFC that began on Sep. 2, 2024, with a New Moon at 11°4’ Virgo. The First Quarter (first action point) was on June 2, 2025, at 12°50’ Virgo. The Last Quarter (last action point) comes on Nov. 30, 2026, at 09°03’ Virgo.

[10:34] Void-of-Course (VOC) Moon periods. The Moon in Leo opposes Mars in Aquarius (Mar. 2, 4:27 am PST). It’s VOC for 7 minutes, then enters Virgo (4:34 am PST). Release difficult emotions through physical exercise.

[11:52] The Moon in Virgo trines Uranus in Taurus (Mar. 4, 6:53 am PST). It’s VOC for 4 hours, 3 minutes, then enters Libra (10:56 am PST). Adopt an “I can fix that!” attitude.

[12:48] The Moon in Libra squares Jupiter in Cancer (Mar. 5, 3:22 pm PST). It’s VOC for 1 day, 4 hours, 39 minutes, then enters Scorpio (Mar. 6, 8:01 pm PST). Address relational and communicative concerns with fairness and objectivity.

[14:39] The Sun trines Jupiter (Mar. 5, 9:14 am PST) at 15°8’ Pisces and Cancer. This is a genuinely supportive and feel-good transit. Great for tapping into your intuition, self-promotion, exploring creativity, luck and taking risks.

[17:11] It’s cazimi time! The Sun conjoins with Mercury (Mar. 7, 3:02 am PST) at 16°52’ Pisces, on the Sabian symbol 17 Pisces, An Easter Promenade. Check out Ep. 259’s Listener Question for a refresher on cazimi periods. Pay attention to your intuition and celebrate your spirituality with a traditional public ritual.

[19:42] Venus sextiles Uranus (Mar. 4, 8:41 am PST) at 27°49’ Pisces and Taurus. Relationships and finances could take an unexpected turn.

[22:27] Venus enters Aries (Mar. 6, 2:46 am PST) and will be in this sign until Mar. 30, 2026. Venus knows exactly what she wants in Aries, a no-frills placement. In relationships, the thrill is in the chase.

[24:15] Venus conjuncts Neptune (Mar. 7, 3:27 am PST) at 1°16’ Aries. Let go of what drains you and no longer suits you.

[27:00] Venus conjuncts Saturn (Mar. 8, 6:40 am PST) at 2°38’ Aries. This transit can help you clarify needs versus wants. Ask for help. Do a ritual.

[29:53] Mercury trines Jupiter (Mar. 8, 10:23 pm PDT) at 15°5’ Pisces and Cancer. Expect a flood of sensory overload and miscommunication, alongside literal disruptions like travel delays or severe weather. Document ideas, but try to avoid cherry-picking facts.

[32:14] Unfortunately, there was too much to cover in this week’s sky for a Listener Question – but keep those questions coming in! Leave a message of one minute or less at speakpipe.com/bigskyastrologypodcast or email april (at) bigskyastrology (dot) com; put “Podcast Question” in the subject line. Free ways to support the podcast: subscribe, like, review and share with a friend!

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Sorry, listeners - I've been sick all week and I'm still a little wobbly! So there is no new episode this week. I do plan to record one for next week, though! Thanks for your patience! 

This week: Mercury trines Jupiter, and it's a good time to open up your mind and let everything spill out. An Aquarius New Moon Solar Eclipse is the first eclipse in that sign since 2018, and it is time for a change. Venus and Jupiter bring a peaceful moment in a busy week. And the Sun enters peaceful Pisces just a couple of days before the transit that astrologers have been talking about for ages, the Saturn-Neptune conjunction at zero degrees Aries. It's another busy week in the Big Sky, so we will have to wait and answer a listener question next week! Plus: Building a dream, an inverted funnel, and shifting borders!

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[1:37] Mercury trine Jupiter (Feb. 16, 1:31 pm PST) at 15°53’ Pisces and Cancer. The Sabian symbol for Mercury is 16 Pisces, The flow of inspiration. Jupiter's Sabian symbol is 16 Cancer, A man before a square with a manuscript roll before him. Make a conscious effort to stay curious, open, and inspired.

[4:04] Moon Report! Aquarius New Moon Solar Eclipse (Feb. 17, 4:01 am PST) at 28°49’ Aquarius, at 29 Aquarius, A butterfly emerging from a chrysalis. Today also marks Chinese New Year and the year of the Fire Horse! Courage, clarity, and willingness to move forward will be our guides in the year ahead.

[9:07] This is the New Moon in a Lunar Phase Family Cycle (LPFC) that unfolds over the coming three years. The First Quarter Moon (first action point) of this LPFC is on Nov 17, 2026 (25°8’ Aquarius). The Full Moon Lunar Eclipse (awareness point) is on Aug 17, 2027 (24°11’) Aquarius. The Last Quarter Moon (last action phase) is on May 16, 2028, at 26°5’ Aquarius.

[11:06] Void-of-Course (VOC) Moon periods. The Moon in Aquarius makes its New Moon conjunction with the Sun (Feb. 17, 4:01 am PST). It's VOC for 2 hours 8 minutes, then enters Pisces (6:09 am PST). Meditate on how you can contribute to the betterment of all.

[11:57] The Moon in Pisces sextiles Uranus in Taurus (Feb. 19, 7:23 am PST). It's VOC for 4 hours 16 minutes, then enters Aries (11:39 am PST). Gather the courage to speak your mind.

[12:51] The Moon in Aries sextiles Mars in Aquarius (Feb. 21, 3:11 am PST). It's VOC for 12 hours and 20 minutes, then enters Taurus (3:31 pm PST). Sweat out your frustrations.

[14:15] Sun enters Pisces (Feb. 18, 7:52 am PST). The Sabian symbol for the Sun's ingress into Pisces is 1 Pisces, A public market. The Sun will stay in Pisces until March 20, 2026. The invitation is to participate in the world with sensitivity and intention.

[17:50] Saturn conjoins Neptune (Feb. 20, 8:54 am PST) at 0°45’ Aries. The Sabian symbol for this degree, 1 Aries, is A woman rises out of the water, a seal rises and embraces her. This conjunction takes place on a world point, so its effects tend to show up not just personally, but collectively. Saturn and Neptune come together about every 36 years, and when they do, we see the dissolution of borders and structures, leaks and scandals, major spiritual or creative shifts. What we commit to now will shape an entirely new reality.

[21:12] Venus trine Jupiter (Feb. 22, 12:02 pm PST) at 15°31’ Pisces and Cancer. Venus' Sabian symbol is 16 Pisces, The flow of inspiration. Jupiter's Sabian symbol is 16 Cancer, A man before a square with a manuscript roll before him. The real gift of this transit is contentment, the kind that comes from really knowing yourself and choosing pleasure with intention.

[24:06] Unfortunately, there was too much to cover in this week’s sky for a Listener Question. Keep those questions coming in, though! Leave a message of one minute or less at speakpipe.com/bigskyastrologypodcast or email april (at) bigskyastrology (dot) com; put “Podcast Question” in the subject line. Free ways to support the podcast: subscribe, like, review and share with a friend!

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This week, a potent Scorpio Last Quarter Moon; Venus leaves Aquarius for the exalted air of Pisces; Saturn returns to energetic, if domineering, Aries; the Sun and Uranus agree that change is in order, but squabble over the particulars. And a listener question about upcoming eclipses that repeat an earlier and difficult one at the same point in your chart. Plus: intimacy and honesty, history rhymes, and remember who you really are.

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[1:19] Moon Report! Scorpio Last Quarter Moon (Feb. 9, 4:43 am PST) at 20°46’ Scorpio-Aquarius. This is the last action point for the Capricorn New Moon (Jan. 18) at 28°43’ Capricorn. The Moon's Sabian symbol, 21 degrees Scorpio, is A soldier derelict in his duty. The Sun's Sabian symbol, 21 degrees Aquarius, is A woman disappointed and disillusioned. What you're willing to face now can determine how fully you're able to step into the next chapter.

[4:53] Lunar Phase Family Cycle (LPFC). This is the Last Quarter in a LPFC that began with a New Moon on Nov. 13, 2023, at 20°43’ Scorpio. The First Quarter (first action point) of this LPFC was on Aug. 12, 2024, at 20°24’ Scorpio. The Full Moon (awareness point) in this LPFC was on May 12, 2025, at 22°12’ Scorpio.

[6:30] Void-of-Course (VOC) Moon periods. The Moon in Scorpio squares Venus in Aquarius (Feb. 9, 11:01 pm PST). It's VOC for 21 minutes, then enters Sagittarius (11:22 pm PST). Take an honest look at your finances and your relationships, then see how you can create more financial and emotional security for the future.

[7:22] The Moon in Sagittarius squares Saturn in Pisces (Feb. 12, 11:29 am PST). It's VOC for 15 minutes, then enters Capricorn (11:44 am PST). Use this VOC Moon period to cultivate a habit of going with the flow, especially when you run into obstacles.

[8:21] The Moon in Capricorn trines Uranus in Taurus (Feb. 14, 5:31 pm PST). It's VOC for 4 hours, 46 minutes, then enters Aquarius (10:17 pm PST). Happy Valentine's Day! Consider how you can create luxury for you and those you love without overspending.

[9:52] Venus enters Pisces (Feb. 10, 2:19 a.m. PST) and will be in this sign of her exaltation until March 6. The Sabian symbol for Venus' ingress degree into Pisces is 1 Pisces, A public market. The best things in life truly are often free - compassion and beauty, shared moments, emotional connection.

[12:59] Saturn enters Aries (Feb. 13, 4:12 pm PST) and will be in this sign until April 12, 2028. Saturn briefly entered Aries on May 24, 2025, then it turned retrograde and returned to Pisces on Sep. 1, 2025. This is a self-made path that comes around about every 29 years. Is this the life you wanted, and what are you going to do with it?

[16:00] Sun squares Uranus (Feb. 15, 9:02 pm PST) at 27°31’ Aquarius-Taurus. Let go of your self-definitions, but don't give up who you truly are.

[18:19] Listener Holly asks about how to approach upcoming eclipses that repeat an earlier and difficult eclipse at the same point in your chart.

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This week, Uranus stations direct in Taurus and then heads toward its next home, Gemini. Mercury and Venus turn our minds and hearts toward Uranian change and freedom. Mercury enters Pisces, the land of the wandering and imaginative mind. And a listener question about an obscure symbol for the sign of Capricorn, the sea goat.

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[1:57] Moon Report! No major lunation this week. Void-of-Course (VOC) Moon periods. The Moon in Leo squares Uranus in Taurus (Feb. 2, 2:55 pm PST). It’s VOC for 4 hours, 26 minutes, then enters Virgo (7:21 pm PST). Honor the present rather than getting stuck in the past.

[3:18] The Moon in Virgo opposes Saturn in Pisces (Feb. 4, 11:49 pm PST). It’s VOC for 1 hour, 43 minutes, then enters Libra (Feb. 5, 1:32 am PST). When life gets you down, get to work.

[4:28] The Moon in Libra trines Venus in Aquarius (Feb. 7, 3:59 am PST). It’s VOC for 7 hours, 14 minutes, then enters Scorpio (11:13 am PST). Get in the habit of combining your interests with socialization.

[5:51] Uranus stations direct (Feb. 3, 6:33 pm PST) at 27°27’ Taurus, and prepares to move into Gemini (April 25, 2026). Ask: Have I outgrown my old definition of security? What resources and strengths do I already have to support new paths?”

[9:36] Mercury squares Uranus (Feb. 5, 4:13 am PST) at 27°27’ Aquarius- Taurus. Sabian symbols: Mercury, 28 Aquarius, A tree felled and sawed, and Uranus, 28 Taurus, A woman pursued by mature romance. Pay attention to what catches your interest or irritates you, these moments can clarify what in your life feels outdated and what needs to change.

[14:09] Mercury enters Pisces (Feb. 6, 2:48 pm PST). Due to an upcoming retrograde period (Feb. 25-Mar. 20), Mercury will be in Pisces longer than usual, until April 14, 2026. Speak from the heart. Listen between the lines. Not all valuable information comes wrapped in logic; some of it arrives as a feeling, image, or quiet awareness.

[17:20] Venus squares Uranus (Feb. 8, 1:49 am PST) at 27°28’ Aquarius- Taurus. Renegotiate our relationships with love, money, and belonging, so that they better reflect the freedom that you're looking for.

[20:56] Listener Margot asks about one of Capricorn’s symbols, the sea goat.

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This week, after an extended stay in Pisces, Neptune enters Aries for the next 12 years. Mars and Pluto join ferocious but innovative forces to focus on the future. Mercury and Venus bring inspirational words about our values. A sizzling Full Moon in Leo sets the tone for the upcoming eclipses. And a listener question about the Progressed Moon. Plus: Abraham Lincoln saves the world, failing for spite, and standing up and standing out!

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[1:21] Neptune enters Aries (Jan. 26, 9:34 am PST and will stay in this sign until May 2038. The last time Neptune moved through Aries was from April 13, 1861-April 7, 1875. Can a single individual, or a single nation, save the world?

[5:17] Mars conjunct Pluto (Jan. 27, 3:01 pm PST) at 3°34’ Aquarius, a potentially ruthless combination. Use personal will toward something collectively meaningful.

[8:47] Mercury conjunct Venus (Jan. 29, 2:17 am PST) at 14°57’ Aquarius on Sabian symbol 15 Aquarius, Two lovebirds sitting on a fence. Sometimes love is as simple as choosing to sit on the fence together and enjoy one another's company.

[11:45] Moon Report! Leo Full Moon (Feb. 1, 2:09 pm PST) at 13°03’ Leo. The Moon is on Sabian symbol 14 Leo, The human soul awaiting opportunity for expression and the Sun is on 14 Aquarius, A train entering a tunnel. Are we using our individual voice in service of something larger than ourselves? Are we speaking for our family, our community, or even our country when it matters?

[15:30] Lunar Phase Family Cycle (LPFC). This is the Full Moon (awareness point) in an LPFC that began on Aug. 4, 2024, with a New Moon at 12°34’ Leo. The First Quarter (first action point) of this LPFC was on May 4, 2025, at 14°21’ Leo. The Last Quarter (final action point) of this LPFC will be on Nov. 1, 2026, at 9°25’ Leo.

[17:12] Void-of-Course (VOC) Moon Periods. On Jan. 27, the Moon in Taurus sextiles Saturn in Pisces (9:58 am PST). It's VOC for 2 hours 57 minutes, then enters Gemini (12:55 pm PST). Practice being the grown-up in the room.

[18:40] The Moon in Gemini squares Saturn in Pisces (Jan. 29, 11:56 am PST). It's VOC for 2 hours 36 minutes, then enters Cancer (2:32 pm PST). Get into the habit of gaining clarity and choosing words carefully before sending a message out into the world.

[19:43] The Moon in Cancer trines Saturn in Pisces (Jan. 31, 1:52 pm PST). It's VOC for 2 hours 17 minutes, then enters Leo (4:09 pm PST). Get into the habit of establishing emotional boundaries.

[21:15] Listener Kelly with a Y asks about the Progressed Moon.

[27:25] To have a question answered on a future episode, leave a message of one minute or less at speakpipe.com/bigskyastrologypodcast or email april (at) bigskyastrology (dot) com; put “Podcast Question” in the subject line. Free ways to support the podcast: subscribe, like, review and share with a friend!

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This week: As the Sun transitions to Aquarius, a story begins involving the Sun, Mercury, Venus, and Pluto. A final sextile aspect forms between rulemaking Saturn and rule-breaking Uranus. Mars finishes up a lot of work in Capricorn before entering Aquarius. And the Taurus First Quarter Moon has its hands full with all those planets in Aquarius. No listener question this week, but that segment returns next week! Plus: A complete lack of emotional baggage, and Taurus gets up to speed!

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[1:29] The week kicks off with a packed Monday featuring six major aspects—about what we usually cover in an entire week.

[1:53] Sun sextiles Neptune (Jan. 19, 1:55 pm PST) at 29°50’ Capricorn-Pisces. An opportunity to turn your dreams into something tangible. Spiritual breakthroughs are possible.

[3:44] Sun enters Aquarius (Jan. 19, 5:45 pm PST). It’ll be in Aquarius until Feb. 18. This is a time of reinvention—do something new, live more freely, and focus on what truly matters rather than following society’s rules.

[6:08] Venus conjunct Pluto (Jan. 19, 8:04 pm PST) at 03°19’ Aquarius. Look out for new insights about relationships, as well as what needs to change. Finances can take a turn.

[7:56] Mercury enters Aquarius (Jan. 20, 8:42 am PST), until Feb. 6. Draft your plans for the future. Master new technology.

[9:24] Sun conjunct Mercury (Jan. 21, 7:49 am PST) at 1°36’ Aquarius. When Mercury is cazimi, powerful mental and communication clarity is possible. This exact window—when the Sun and Mercury are within 17 minutes of arc—is between Jan. 20, 9:31 pm PST to Jan. 21, 6:03 pm PST.

[10:47] Mercury conjunct Pluto (Jan. 22, 9:15 am PST) at 3°24’ Aquarius. Avoiding the truth isn’t an option. Channel compulsive urges into absorbing routines, and focus on researching finances and emerging technologies.

[12:11] Sun conjunct Pluto (Jan. 23, 2:28 am PST) at 3°25’ Aquarius . This conjunction falls on the Sabian symbol 4 Aquarius, A Hindu healer. Excellent for deep healing and letting go of what is no longer healthy or needed.

[14:14] Saturn sextiles Uranus (Jan. 19, 9:19 pm PST) at 27°33’ Pisces-Taurus. The other two sextiles in this series were on April 4 and August 11, 2025. You hold the key to your own prison door and have the power to move forward.

[16:39] Mars trines Uranus (Jan. 19, 9:56 pm PST) at 27°33’ Capricorn-Taurus. Repeat this mantra: “I am ready to change, I am ready to do things differently.” Just make sure that you’re moving towards something that is actually better and not just reacting in the moment.

[18:59] Mars sextiles Saturn (Jan. 19, 10:02 pm PST) at 27°33’ Capricorn-Pisces.  Here’s an opportunity to step up your game in a particular area of life, especially if it’s work-related.

[20:01] Mars sextiles Neptune (Jan. 22, 10:39 pm PST) at 29°54’ Capricorn and Pisces. An opportunity to work more fluidly to pursue work and spiritual goals; don’t get too attached to the way you get there, though.

[22:07] Mars enters Aquarius (Jan. 23, 1:17 am PST). It’ll be in Aquarius through March 2. Go ahead and ruffle some feathers!

[23:22] Moon Report! Taurus First Quarter Moon (Jan. 25, 8:47 pm PST) at 6°14’ Taurus and Aquarius. This is the first action point toward your New Moon in Capricorn goals (Jan. 18, 2026). Keep it practical and take your time.

[25:51] Lunar Phase Family Cycle (LPFC). This is the First Quarter (first action point) in a LPFC that began with the New Moon of April 27, 2025, at 7°46’ Taurus. The Full Moon (awareness point) occurs on Oct. 25, 2026, at 2°45’ Taurus. The Last Quarter (last action point) is on July 26, 2027, at 3°29’ Taurus.

[27:32] Void-of-Course (VOC) Moon periods. The Moon in Aquarius squares Uranus in Taurus (Jan. 20, 6:16 pm PST). It’s VOC for 4 hours, 34 minutes, and then enters Pisces (10:50 pm PST). Try to use this VOC Moon time to welcome change in small ways.

[28:52] The Moon in Pisces conjoins Neptune (Jan. 23, 5:17 am PST). It’s VOC for 9 minutes, then enters Aries (5:26 am PST). Introduce a new routine in your daily life that gives you space to indulge sympathy, intuition and imagination.

[29:49] The Moon in Aries squares Jupiter in Cancer (Jan. 24, 1:36 pm PST). It’s VOC for 20 hours, 29 minutes, then enters Taurus (Jan. 25, 10:05 am PST). Have some fun, just try not to overdo it.

[31:09] Listener Question returns next week.

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This week, communications go into overdrive as Mercury aspects Mars, Jupiter, Saturn, and Uranus. Venus makes soothing aspects with Saturn, Uranus, and Neptune, and enters independent, future-oriented Aquarius. The Sun embraces both the tried and true and innovation as it connects with Saturn and Uranus. The week ends with a zestier-than-usual Capricorn New Moon, and check out Big Sky Astrology’s YouTube channel for this week’s listener question.

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[1:28] Mercury opposes Jupiter (Jan. 14, 12:17 am PST) at 19°34’ Capricorn-Cancer. This can be an excellent transit for expressing big ideas, ideals and plans for the year ahead.

[3:27] Venus sextiles Saturn (Jan. 14, 10:19 pm PST) at 27°08’ Capricorn-Pisces. Take the things of value and make them into something more permanent and lasting.

[4:49] Venus trines Uranus (Jan. 15, 7:22 am PST) at 27°37’ Capricorn-Taurus. May our hearts guide and surprise us.

[7:10] Venus sextiles Neptune (Jan. 17, 12:33 am PST) at 29°46’ Capricorn-Pisces. Here’s an option to build an extra layer of honesty and empathy into a relationship, if we choose.

[9:00] Sun sextiles Saturn (Jan. 17, 2:41 am PST) at 27°19’ Capricorn-Pisces. This could be an opportunity to become more serious about something that we do or to take on some kind of opportunity or responsibility that may help us grow.

[10:43] Sun trines Uranus (Jan. 17, 8:58 am PST) at 27°35’ Capricorn-Taurus. An opportunity to join in the games and simple pleasures that we can share with other people.

[12:31] Venus enters Aquarius (Jan. 17, 4:43 am PST). Venus will be in Aquarius until Feb. 10, 2026. Enjoy the people with whom you share interests and who you consider friends, but not necessarily friends of the heart.

[14:16] Mercury conjoins Mars (Jan. 17, 11:40 pm PST) at 26°03’ Capricorn. “The truth will set you free, but first it will piss you off.” - Gloria Steinem. Watch your words and temper.

[16:28] Moon Report! Capricorn New Moon (Jan. 18, 11:52 am PST) at 28°43’ Capricorn, on the Sabian symbol 29 Capricorn, A woman reading tea leaves. Our practical, everyday lives are a way to experience otherworldliness, mysticism.

[19:11] Lunar Phase Family Cycle (LPFC). This is the New Moon in a LPFC that will unfold over the coming three years. The First Quarter phase (first action point) is on Oct. 18, 2026, at 25°18’ Capricorn. The Full Moon (awareness point) is on July 18, 2027, at 25°48’ Capricorn. The Last Quarter (last action point) is on April 16, 2028, at 27°12’ Capricorn.

[21:57] Void-of-Course (VOC) Moon periods. The Moon in Scorpio trines Neptune in Pisces (Jan. 13, 2:59 pm PST). It’s VOC for 35 minutes, then enters Sagittarius (3:34 pm PST). Make kindness and compassion towards others a habit.

[23:22] The Moon in Sagittarius squares Neptune in Pisces (Jan. 16, 3:19 am PST). It’s VOC for 28 minutes, then enters Capricorn (3:47 am PST). Establish a habit of dream journaling. You can gain insight and clarity on issues that may come up in your waking life.

[24:24] The Moon in Capricorn sextiles Neptune in Pisces (Jan. 18, 1:57 pm PST). It’s VOC for 21 then enters Aquarius (2:18 pm PST). Get into the habit of trying to take the practical tasks of each day and bring some beauty to them.

[25:33] Mercury sextiles Saturn (Jan. 18, 8:09 pm PST) at 27°28’ Capricorn-Pisces. Saturn is on the Sabian symbol 28 Pisces, A fertile garden under the full moon. Take your ideas, thoughts, and inspirations, and make something practical of them. At the very least, write them down.

[27:17] Mercury trines Uranus (Jan. 18, 9:38 pm PST) at 27°34’ Capricorn-Taurus. This combination of Mercury, Saturn and Uranus tells us that there is a place for both practicality and seriousness, while being open to new ideas and fresh ways of doing things.

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This week, we welcome the new year with Venus and Mars in a conjunction to each other and both to the Sun, and all three in opposition to Jupiter. The Libra Last Quarter Moon adds to the week's emphasis on relationships, and a listener question about finding purpose in your birth chart. Plus: Creative muscles, blurry around the edges, and what’s in line with your heart!

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[1:15] Sun conjoins Venus (Jan. 6, 8:36 am PST) at 16º22’ Capricorn. The degree of this conjunction is called the Venus Star Point. Check out Episode 282 for a refresher on the Venus Star Point, and find your own Venus Star Point at sophiavenus.com. This is one of the most powerful days of the year to manifest the situations and relationships that align with your heart and values.

[4:05] Venus conjoins Mars (Jan. 7, 6:43 pm PST) at 18º09’ Capricorn. The Sabian symbol for this conjunction is 19 Capricorn, A child of about five carrying a huge shopping bag. Motivation will be high to pursue the things that you want and enjoy.

[6:54] Sun conjoins Mars (Jan. 9, 3:41 am PST) at 19º12’ Capricorn, on the Sabian symbol, 20 Capricorn, A hidden choir singing. The Sun, Venus, and Mars are together at 19º Capricorn and opposed Jupiter in Cancer. This Mars cazimi day is ideal for sharing something you’ve been working on with the world.

[9:03] Venus opposes Jupiter (Jan. 9, 9:35 am PST) at 20º11’ Capricorn-Cancer. This transit can indicate a tendency to overdo it, to spend more money than you need to on things that don't necessarily satisfy you. Give some thought to what could make your relationships happier.

[10:46] On Jan. 10, the Sun and Mars in Capricorn oppose Jupiter within about six hours of each other. The Sun opposes Jupiter at 12:42 am PST, and Mars opposes Jupiter at 6:25 am PST. Avoid negative solar tendencies, such as boasting, bragging, and demanding the spotlight. Temper Mars tendencies such as insisting on having your own way. On the flipside, your hard work could be acknowledged.

[12:06] Moon Report! The Libra Last Quarter Moon (Jan. 10, 7:48 am PST) is at 20º24’ Libra-Capricorn. This Last Quarter Moon is the last major phase in the New Moon cycle that began with the Sagittarius New Moon (Dec. 19, 2025). Seek resolution to the conflict between collaboration and individual ambition. Sabian symbols: 21 Libra, A crowd upon the beach (Moon) and 21 Capricorn, A relay race (Sun).

[15:09] Lunar Phase Family Cycle (LPFC). This is the Last Quarter in an LPFC that began with a Solar Eclipse New Moon on Oct. 14, 2023, at 21º07’ Libra. The First Quarter of this LPFC was on July 13, 2024. The Full Moon in this LPFC was on April 12, 2025, at 23º19’ minutes Libra.

[17:05] The Moon in Leo squares Uranus in Taurus (Jan. 6, 5:05 am PST). It is VOC for 3 hours, 52 minutes, then enters Virgo (8:57 am PST). Use this VOC Moon period to get in the habit of stretching your creative muscles.

[18:34] The Moon opposes Neptune in Virgo-Pisces (Jan. 8, 3:23 pm PST). It’s VOC for 43 minutes, then enters Libra (4:06 pm PST). Use this VOC Moon period to get in the habit of appreciating the artistic and non-conformist people in your life, without feeling like you need to change them.

[20:06] The Moon squares Venus in Libra-Capricorn (Jan. 10, 9:54 am PST). It’s VOC for 17 hours, 1 minute, then enters Scorpio (Jan. 11, 2:55 am PST). Use this VOC Moon period to get in the habit of using structure, such as a daily planner, to track your New Moon goals and prioritize nurturing relationships.

[22:11] Listener Ginger asks about finding life purpose in the birth chart.

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This week: Happy Holidays!... and quieter skies, as the universe offers a bit of a holiday reprieve. Venus and Neptune challenge beliefs about relationships and our values. Venus puts on her investor hat as she goes to work in Capricorn. There is a sizzling First Quarter Moon in Aries, and a listener question about how AI may impact the field of astrology. Plus: Working things out, a new tradition, and the case for consulting humans.

Note: We're taking a little holiday break, so there will be NO PODCAST ON DEC. 29. But we’ll be back on January 5 to help you ring in the New Year!

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[1:44] Venus squares Neptune (Dec. 23, 9:31 pm PST) at 29°25' Sagittarius-Pisces. When there's a square aspect between Venus and Neptune, we can achieve clarity about relationships, finances, or values, and let go of the things and people that drain us.

[4:45] Venus enters the sign of Capricorn (Dec. 24, 8:26 am PST), and it'll be in this sign until Jan. 17, 2026. This is a practical Venus that wants relationships that are stable and solid, based on shared values, shared goals.

[8:14] Moon Report! The Aries First Quarter Moon (Dec. 27, 11:10 am PST) is at 6°17’ Aries-Capricorn. This is the first action point in the New Moon cycle that began at the Dec. 19 New Moon in Sagittarius. Consider things before dashing off to get something done.

[11:36] This is the First Quarter (first action point) in a lunar phase family cycle (LPFC) that began with the New Moon solar eclipse of Mar. 29, 2025, at 9°00’ Aries. The Full Moon (awareness point) in this LPFC comes on Sept. 26, 2026, at 3°37’ Aries. The Last Quarter (final action point) in this LPFC is on June 26, 2027, at 5°21’ Aries.

[13:21] Void-of-Course (VOC) Moon periods. The Moon in Capricorn sextiles Neptune in Pisces (Dec. 22, 6:44 am PST). It's VOC for 1 hour, 8 minutes, then enters Aquarius (7:52 am PST). Use this VOC Moon period to get in the habit of going with the flow, instead of insisting that your way is the best and the only way. This VOC could also help your spiritual practice.

[14:57] The Moon in Aquarius squares Uranus in Taurus (Dec. 24, 1:42 pm PST). It's VOC for 3 hours, 27 minutes, then enters Pisces (5:09 pm). There might be an unexpected desire to introduce a new holiday tradition. Use this VOC period to get in the habit of letting down your guard when it comes to traditions and welcome something fresh and new, maybe even something a little bit innovative.

[16:36] The Moon conjuncts Neptune in Pisces (Dec. 26, 11:03 pm PST). It's VOC for 59 minutes and then enters Aries (Dec. 27, 12:02 am PST). Take a lovely bath, listen to music, or even watch a sentimental movie. Use this VOC Moon period to get in the habit of some healthy escapism.

[18:03] Listener Elizabeth asks about how AI may impact the field of astrology.

[24:38] To have a question answered on a future episode, leave a message of one minute or less at speakpipe.com/bigskyastrologypodcast or email april (at) bigskyastrology (dot) com; put “Podcast Question” in the subject line. Free ways to support the podcast: subscribe, like, review and share with a friend!

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