Only major aspects (conjunction, 0°; sextile, 60°; square, 90°; trine, 120°; opposition, 180°) between the sun and planets are included here. All lunar aspects (other than full and new moons) have been omitted, hence there is not an entry for every day. Aspect patterns frequently overlap; where there are several major aspects occurring on the same day, synthesize their combined characteristics to determine the overall trend, then act accordingly. But remember...YOU make the final call! An aspect's influence can last from a day or two, in the case of Mercury, Venus, or Mars, to several weeks and even months when the slower-moving 'outer' planets are involved. Times given are when aspects peak. In addition, planets periodically appear to slow down, stop, then change their orbital direction, turning Retrograde or Direct; these periods of apparent motionlessness are called Stations and for a week or two either side of them, all themes associated with the planet are greatly emphasized.

1 Venus opposition Mars retrograde 3:41pm—Avoid financial extravagance...the urge to splurge could drain precious resources; sensuality is heightened; this aspect often provides an opportunity to test one's ability to cooperate with [or not] or adapt to the desires or wishes of others; romantic encounters could be disappointing; get some exercise!

3 Neptune enters Pisces 10:53am (till March 30, 2025)—A quickening of one's intuitive and spiritual faculties is underway with Neptune now in its home sign—for the first time since the mid-19th century—while creative self-expression of the highest level is stimulated, a boon for artists and mystics alike. Imagination can be truly inspired.

7 Sun conjunct Mercury 1:03am, at 17°59' Aquarius—Set new personal goals or objectives; energize your plans for the future; communicate your bright ideas, but be prepared to listen, too...others might also have some good info to share; internet surfers could discover startling information; intuition may be acute, now. Saturn stations Retrograde 6:03am, at 29°30' Libra (till June 25)—Review professional ambitions; if necessary, seek vocational guidance; issues from the past could re-surface for resolution; much personal growth can occur now from acknowledging, then releasing, what you once considered to be limitations or fears. Full Moon 1:54pm, at 18°32' Leo—People may be playful, and unpredictable; anticipate drama in the workplace; strive for balance in all relationships. Venus enters Aries 10:01pm (till March 5)—Creative artistic pursuits are favored; emotions are more aggressively expressed; new romantic ties may be impulsively entered into; curb a tendency toward self-centeredness in relationships, and spending hard-earned money in haste.

9 Venus conjunct Uranus 6:30pm, at 02°10' Aries—Business or social connections may unexpectedly be made, or severed; consider investment options; the urge to socialize is strong, get out and have some fun.

13 Mercury trine Saturn retrograde 10:44am—Enhanced mental discipline; favorable for serious study; creative writers may wish to seek constructive feedback on recent work; consider business or educational options; plan or take a business or educational trip. Mercury enters Pisces 5:38pm (till March 2)—Intuitive and telepathic abilities increase; discerning fact from fantasy could prove challenging; maintain contact with reality. Mercury conjunct Neptune 10:48pm, at 00°23' Pisces—Practice creative imagery; it may not be easy to separate reality from illusion just now; begin a dream diary.

15 Venus square Pluto 10:31am—Emotions and passions are running high...channel this energy into creative outlets; thoughts may turn to improving one's financial position; handle sensitive relationships with extra care.

16 Mercury sextile Jupiter 8:07am—Catch up on correspondence; reorganize your office, improve your filing system; travel can be rewarding; begin a study course.

18 Sun trine Saturn retrograde 8:02am—Constructive progress can be made towards career goals; being both practical and creative achieves best results; advice from an elder or authority figure could prove helpful. Mercury sextile Pluto 1:23pm—What you learn or experience now may be profound, it might even change your life...or at least your mind; implement new business or career strategies; if you've not already done so, work on your taxes today; words have even more power than usual, choose them wisely. Sun enters Pisces 10:18pm (till March 19)—Psychic faculties quicken; explore the power of prayer; tune-in to dreams and meditations for guidance or inspiration. Balance what you put "out there" in helping others, with some quality quiet time spent on yourself.

19 Sun conjunct Neptune 12:42pm, at 00°36' Pisces—Wander through your personal field of dreams regarding ambitions or career direction; intuitive insights are possible, though it may not be easy to distinguish between genuine higher inspiration, and the murmurings of the subconscious mind.

21 New Moon 2:35pm, at 02°42' Pisces—The quest for emotional and spiritual harmony could receive a higher priority; creative artists find new inspiration; begin a dream diary.

23 Mercury opposition Mars retrograde 3:25am—Intellect is sharp; excitable, impulsive tendencies exist; be careful not to betray confidences, or in some way "let the cat out of the bag"; remain aware while traveling.

25 Sun sextile Jupiter 2:34am—Visualize very clearly what you want...you just might get it! expand your intellectual and occupational horizons; advertising campaigns and PR activities are favored; journeys for business, foreign investments, and legal affairs are all supported now.

27 Sun sextile Pluto 11:14pm—Corporate enterprise and joint financial concerns are energized and supported; find creative ways to recycle discarded resources.

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EXPANDED FORECAST FOR FEBRUARY, 2012

It would be wise to avoid financial extravagance when Venus opposes retrograde Mars on February 1st, as the urge to splurge could quickly drain precious resources. Sensuality is powerfully heightened while the gender planets are in opposition. This aspect often provides an opportunity to test one's ability to cooperate with or adapt to the desires or wishes of others. Romantic encounters, however, could be rather disappointing. Some vigorous physical exercise can help to work off any frustrations.

With action planet, Mars, in retrograde throughout February, its dynamic and forceful energies are focused inward, instead of externally, favoring work with internal energy techniques, such as Reiki, Qi gong, or other modalities of vibrational healing. It may also help to bring out the spiritual warrior and humanitarian in all of us!

A singularly momentous planetary transit occurs on February 3rd, when Neptune enters tropical Pisces (till March 30, 2025), a celestial augury that a quickening of one's intuitive and spiritual faculties is underway. With Neptune now is in its home sign of Pisces for the first time since the mid-19th century, creative self-expression of the highest level is stimulated—a boon for artists and mystics alike. Imagination can be truly inspired, while interest in all things paranormal will surge.

February 7th is perhaps the pivotal day of the month, when several significant celestial phenomena occur. To begin with, an intellect stimulating conjunction between the sun and Mercury, messenger of the gods, in 18° Aquarius, brings our thoughts to bear on ambitious plans and cherished objectives for the future. Communicate your bright ideas to those in a position to help you make them a reality. Trust your instincts now.

Next, Saturn, planetary ruler of career and lord of karma, stations Retrograde on the 7th, in 30° Libra, till June 25th. Take the time during this period to review your professional or educational ambitions; if necessary, seek vocational guidance. Issues from the past could resurface for resolution. Much personal growth can occur now from acknowledging, then releasing, fears, and what you once considered to be limitations.

Share your progressive new ideas with friends and colleagues as the full moon culminates on the 7th, in 19° Leo, as they could provide the emotional and moral support you may be seeking. Avoid hasty actions around this juncture. Watch out for emotional fireworks, as this Leo lunation is likely to inspire a great deal of playful exuberance, enthusiasm, and colorful emotional dramas. It could also be a very productive time when much can be accomplished, especially through teamwork
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Venus leaves the water world of Pisces and enters fiery Aries later on the 7th (till March 5th) when creative artistic pursuits are favored. Emotions are more aggressively expressed with Venus in this ardent sign, and new romantic ties may be impulsively entered into. Curb a tendency toward self-centeredness in relationships, or spending your hard-earned money in haste.

Earthy Venus conjuncts electric Uranus on the 9th, in 03° Aries, when business or social connections may be made quite unexpectedly, or severed. The urge to socialize is strong now, so get out and have some fun! Consider investment options.

Constructive progress can be made towards career or educational goals as the sun aligns in a flowing trine with Saturn on the 18th. Advice from an elder, a mentor, or authority figure could prove helpful now. Being both practical and creative achieves best results.

The sun slips quietly into Pisces late on the 18th (early 19th, EST) ill March 19th, heightening our intuition and psychic faculties. Tune in to dreams and meditations for guidance or inspiration during the next four weeks. Explore the power of prayer. Balance what you put "out there" in helping others with some quality quiet time spent by yourself.

As the sun makes its annual conjunction with Neptune on the 19th, in 01° Pisces, wander through your personal field of dreams regarding ambitions or career direction. Intuitive insights are possible, though it may not be easy to distinguish between genuine higher inspiration and the murmurings of the subconscious mind. Be discerning.

February's new moon arrives on the 21st, in 03° Pisces, closely conjunct Neptune, and the major asteroid, Chiron—associated with healing old wounds. In the coming weeks, the quest for emotional and spiritual harmony and understanding could receive a higher priority, while creative artists find fresh inspiration. This is a good time to begin a dream diary.

When the sun forms a precise sextile to expansive Jupiter on the 25th, look to see where you might broaden your intellectual and occupational horizons. Journeys for business, foreign investments, and legal affairs are all supported now, as are advertising campaigns and PR activities.

Corporate enterprise and joint financial concerns are emphasized and, in general, supported when the sun sextiles Pluto, on the 27th. Find creative ways to recycle or reuse discarded resources.

Tim Gunns is an astrological writer and consultant with over 25 years experience, a conference coordinator and producer, new age market and speaker consultant to the entertainment industry, formerly program director of the Los Angeles Conscious Life Expo, and of the national Whole Life Expos, and co-producer of the 1st Los Angeles Sound Healing Conference in 2008. To help you to better understand yourself and those you closely interact with, Tim prepares personalized no-nonsense interpretations of Natal Horoscopes ($40), Future Forecast Transit Reports ($75 for 1 full year) and two kinds of Relationship Compatibility analyses ($45 each). Private consultations with Tim by phone may also be scheduled, which must be pre-paid and scheduled in advance. Send Name (as you'd like it to appear on the chart), Date of Birth, time (as close as possible), place of birth (city/country, etc.) for each person, and return address & phone# to: Tim Gunns, 110 Hilltop Drive, Waynesville, NC 28786, USA, or phone 828-452-7885 or email: tgearthstar@aol.com to schedule a Consultation. Payment can be made via Paypal to tgearthstar@aol.com