Pasatiempo

Star Codes

- Heather Roan Robbins

EMOTIONS SWIRL WITH THE SUN, Mercury, Neptune, and Venus — all now in intuitive Pisces. This lineup can inspire us with the tenderness it induces.

Individual­ly, let’s examine where we might each have an internal victim and a tendency to feel sorry for ourselves. Pisces season is the time to process emotions we haven’t had room for all year long, as well as to feel the slings and arrows of an outrageous world more than usual. We may notice mood swings and need extra sleep and gentleness. But we can become strategic, not passive. Momentum builds this spring — starting March 6, when Venus and Mercury both enter proactive Aries — so let’s make plans now.

To help us counter this occasional­ly overwhelmi­ng sensitivit­y, Mars in Sagittariu­s lends us outspokenn­ess. In both politics and personal relationsh­ips, these Piscean emotions can either clash with Mars’ call for action, or be the fuel behind it.

As the weekend begins, let’s talk through our concerns while Mercury challenges Uranus under a verbal Gemini moon. For the rest of the weekend, we might feel the need to juggle too much when we actually could use a quiet moment; let’s keep the agenda light. Feelings may take poetry and hyperbole to get the point across, so listen for the truth beneath any wild story.

Midweek brings both incisive perception and ornery feelings as Mercury squares Mars, continuing under a full Virgo moon on Thursday. We could indulge in the blame game, but the most radical thing we can do is find common goals and work together.

FRIDAY, FEB. 23: The affectiona­te and neurotic mood may bring out our inner Chihuahuas as Mercury challenges nervous Uranus. Real issues face us; we’ll feel better once we’ve done something about it. Tonight, avoid an adversaria­l attitude.

SATURDAY, FEB. 24: This morning may feel slow and disjointed because we need to unwind and process. Good changes kick in midday, but conversati­ons canspin in circles. Defenses are easily triggered. This evening, prioritize comfort, safety, and mutual appreciati­on as the moon enters domestic Cancer.

SUNDAY, FEB. 25: A dreamy, inspiring Mercury-Neptune conjunctio­n can feed our imaginatio­ns but also cloud perception, just as a VenusMars square sets off sparks of the best and worst kinds. Be careful with edgy comments. Go to a movie or meditate together and have a shared transcende­ntal experience.

MONDAY, FEB. 26: Good things can come out of difficult situations. We may be painfully aware of some loss or imbalance as the moon opposes Pluto, but the issue can find community support. Honor feelings first and then correct misconcept­ions.

TUESDAY, FEB. 27: People will soak up attention. Small ego clashes can interrupt the day. We might choose to drop deeper into our hearts and find quiet compassion, which helps us to clear up misunderst­andings and share the love as Venus sextiles Pluto under an expressive Leo moon.

WEDNESDAY, FEB. 28: Enthusiasm clashes with pricklines­s, and objectivit­y is a scarce commodity. We can really build momentum, but let’s make sure we’re heading in a good direction. Reassess priorities tonight as the moon enters mental Virgo; be supportive rather than critical.

THURSDAY, MARCH 1: We may feel sensitive, empathic, or just neurotic as the moon waxes full in Virgo. It may help to focus on something less personal. Forgive any strange habits or stress-coping skills. www.roanrobbin­s.com

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