Capricorn, February 2018

On February 10, Venus, the planet of love and money, enters Pisces, a sensitive and creative water sign. Venus loves being in Pisces, an open-hearted sign that Venus can really express its good nature and benevolence through. For you, Capricorn, this means peaceful and gentle communications between yourself and those you interact with. On a deeper, emotional level, you’re going to be assessing what really matters to you, since Venus is about what we truly value. (Unlike yourself, Pisces is not very materialistic; it's always looking to gain greater understanding of the world around it.) If you have feelings for someone, this is certainly a great time to talk about it, and you can expect a few love letters to come your way, too.

February 15 is surely one of the most critical days of the month: There will be a solar eclipse in Aquarius. A solar eclipse is basically a mega new moon. Like all new moons, a solar eclipse brings about new beginnings, but because it’s an eclipse we can trust that these new beginnings will come about in an ultra-dramatic way. Eclipses are all about destiny, and if you haven’t been on the right track, you can expect to get a forceful course correction.

This eclipse—in cool, logical Air sign Aquarius—will activate the financial sector of your chart. Practically speaking, this is a crucial time to get clear on your relationship with money. Emotionally, this is a powerful time for realizing issues around self-worth. Information about these themes may suddenly come to light, and unexpected shifts are likely to take place.

Always-unique Aquarius is ruled by not one, but two planets: Saturn, which is also your planetary ruler, and Uranus. Saturn is the planet of boundaries, structure, and responsibility, and Uranus is all about freedom and innovation. These two planets certainly have conflicting vibes; however, inventive Aquarius is very good at making seemingly very different pieces fit together. Both of these planets will be very active on the day of this eclipse, with communication planet Mercury connecting with Uranus and Venus with Saturn. As dramatic as this eclipse might be, everyone's going to be in a problem-solving mood—minds will be sharp, and calculated risks will be taken. People will be whatever it takes to get along, and commitments will be thoughtfully considered.

It’s worth noting that Saturn entered your sign on December 19, 2017, where it will stay for two-and-a-half years. This is a critical time for you to get clear on your own boundaries and to step up and take responsibility for yourself. Capricorns are known for taking care of business, so themes around being mature and responsible aren’t new to you at all. However, there's quite a strong pressure to be the most responsible version of yourself now that Saturn’s in your sign. Saturn is known as the taskmaster of the zodiac, but when it’s done teaching you your lessons, it leaves rewards in its wake. So continue working hard, Capricorn, because it’s going to pay off!

On February 17, logical, linear Mercury enters abstract-thinking, creative dreamer Pisces, soon followed by the Sun on February 18, officially kicking off Pisces season. You, efficient Capricorn, might wonder if anything will make sense while Mercury and the Sun travel through this whimsical sign. Fortunately, you'll find that your intuition is boosted, helping you make sense of everything in your world. Pisces has a unique way of seeing every side of things, so expect your mind to expand. You can also anticipate being a little busier during than usual—connecting with people in the neighborhood, running errands, and even getting in touch with your siblings.

Two notable days at the end of the month are February 21 and February 25. On the 21st, Venus will meet Neptune, and Mercury will connect with Saturn. Venus meeting Neptune will make for a total head-over-heels romantic vibe, while Mercury’s connection with Saturn will inspire clear thinking and effective communication. This is a brilliant time to fall in love or create art, as you’ll be connecting with deep parts of yourself while also being able to express yourself effectively. Creative inspiration and psychic intuition will continue to be strong when Mercury meets Neptune. The energy is going to be especially passionate on the 25th, thanks to Venus clashing with Mars, inspiring people to work toward what they want.

Despite the big changes the eclipse will bring to your bank account (and your self-esteem), there’s a lot of productive energy this month, too—energy that will find you moving forward in exciting and supportive ways. Good luck and see you next month, Capricorn!