Our appetite for escapism and fantasy will be at an all time high this dreamy Pisces season, as our intuitive channels are opened
Grace McGrade is an intuitive astrologer and host of the podcast “Bitchcraft: Spirituality for Bad People.” Her sessions include natal chart readings, transit readings, energetic clearings, and tarot readings.
March begins in dreamy Pisces season, enhancing our imaginations and giving us a flare for the fantastical. Pisces, the final sign of the zodiac, opens our intuitive channels and encourages us to escape into our imaginations. The sign of the fish is best known for its impeccable psychic abilities, and will have us feeling spacey and ungrounded. Pisces blurs the lines between reality and unreality, and we may need occasional periods of restoration and reprieve. We are prompted to release old emotional baggage and practise deeper compassion for our fellows. A powerful New Moon on March 2 beckons us to utilise our imaginations to visualise our year ahead. Here, we can anchor in help from the great beyond and manifest the future. The following day, Mars and Venus make a transformative conjunction to Pluto, God of the Underworld, heightening our ambition and promising transformation in relational dynamics.
On March 5, the Sun conjoins Jupiter, the generous, good-hearted planet of faith, abundance and expansion. Here, we can expect to receive nods from the universe that we are on the right path, as doors are opening and opportunities are plentiful. Our appetite for escapism will be at an all time high, whether we are fantasising about the future or binge-watching Lord of the Rings.
Mars and Venus continue to move close together for March, suggesting a unification between our masculine and feminine energies, our ability to be receptive and get stuff done. On the 6th, they conjoin in Aquarius, amplifying our appetite for new experiences and bringing us closer together with community and friends. This is the perfect time to find creative inspiration that can be paired with pragmatic action.
A Full Moon in Virgo on the 18th brings us back to earth, and has us taking inventory of our physical bodies, and the tasks we may have neglected when our heads were in the heavens. The Astrological New Year begins on March 20, when the Sun enters fiery Aries. Aries, the first sign of the zodiac, initiates brand new ventures and increases our physical vitality. We are bold and slightly combative, ready to embark on adventure. Aries energy amplifies our drive, and has us eager to explore a million probabilities. Watch out for childish and combative attitudes, as the sign of the Ram insists on finishing first.

ARIES//ARIES RISING
March enhances your psychic abilities, and gives you profound insights into the Universe around you. Carve out time to do some inner-listening, and allow yourself stillness. Your inner world needs to be tended to as much as your outer one. Daydreaming, fantasising and reconvening with your subconscious will bring you luck.
This month, Mars, your planetary ruler, enters Aquarius, bestowing you with visionary ideas and asking you to lean into your existing network. Don’t be afraid to ask friends for favours. Collaborative projects are likely to bring you success. By the time your birthday season kicks off on the 20th, you are restored the physical vitality, zest and drive you need to return to planet earth and make power moves.

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TAURUS//TAURUS RISING
Pisces season shines it’s nebulous spotlight on your sector of friendships and connections. It’s time to gravitate towards like-minded individuals, artistic Venusians, who uplift and enliven you. You have been through a two year cycle of immense change, rapid upgrades and self improvement. You need people who are going to mirror your values. Look for counterparts that make you feel at home and the ones you are shying away from. Gauge your energy levels before and after hanging out with others. Do you feel exhausted, or uplifted? Inspired, or drained?
As the personal planets make major conjunctions with the outer ones this March, you are granted access to higher realms of consciousness, lending perspectives from a move evolved outlook. Make sure you aren’t over extending yourself, and you schedule in some downtime. On March 20, the astrological calendar resets, and we embark on Aries season, giving you the motivation you are seeking to make your dreams a reality.

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GEMINI//GEMINI RISING
You are a busy-bee this month, dear Gemini, as the outer planets buzz around your career sector. The celestial bodies have stationed you in the receiving line for boundless opportunities, so long as you can hold a clear vision of what it is you want. Utilise the energy of the New Moon on March 2 to set clear intentions for your career. Try and emanate the vibes you want to attract.
On March 5, the Sun will conjoin Jupiter, making you the focal point for success. As this region rules your public image, don’t be afraid to be seen, heard and appreciated. You deserve it. A trip may be in the cards mid month, as Venus and Mars activate your sector of travel. Adventure and getaways feed you with inspiration, and versatility is your friend. The astrological new year kicks off on March 20, when we enter Aries season. Tempers may flare, but so will your commitment to your sense of self.

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CANCER // CANCER RISING
March beckons you to leave your home zone and seek adventure. With the Sun radiating in mystical Pisces, you are more intuitive than usual, so be sure to tend to the vision you have for your life. What dreams do you want to make a reality? Utilise the positive energy on the New Moon on March 2 to get a pen to paper. March wants you to bring in new experiences, to travel to new heights and try on different perspectives. Whether you are making a physical trip, or going on a metaphysical one – you are getting a spiritual makeover.
You have the ability to channel deep wisdom and insights at this time, as the personal planets make close contact with the outer ones. On March 18, the Full Moon in Virgo beckons you to communicate and have a heart to heart with a close counterpart. Remember, you don’t need to martyr yourself to anyone elses cause – and your needs are important to vocalise. By March 20, Aries season begins, and the sun whizzes through your career sector, opening doors and initiating new avenues of income.

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LEO // LEO RISING
It’s time to take a more intuitive approach to your relationships, and look at where you have possibly been over-idealistic about partners and friendships. Pisces season places it’s emphasis on your 8th house of sex, death and rebirth – encouraging you to surrender old connections and go deeper with those brave enough for the feat. On March 2, the New Moon encourages you to set intentions around the level of intimacy you seek, and can bring out a mystical sexual prowess. You have a paranormal magnetism, so direct it towards people who are ready to bask in your shine, appreciate you, and return the generosity you are so famous for.
With Mars and Venus entering your sector of partnership this month, you will have plenty of opportunities to receive fulfilling bouts of attention. A Full Moon in Virgo on the 18th encourages you to get organised and grounded – followed by our departure into Aries season. As the Sun moves through fellow fire sign Aries, you are busy, energised and ready to commit to a mission of grandeur.

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VIRGO // VIRGO RISING
With the Sun radiating in your opposite sign Pisces, your sector of partnership is highlighted This means exploring new ways of relating to others, and working in pairs. You are mastering the art of surrendering, letting down your walls, and allowing others to take the lead. Pisces season moves you out of your usual cerebral, analytical mindset. You are encouraged to imagine like it’s your job. A New Moon on the 2nd beckons you to dedicate some time to dreaming up a new reality for yourself, particularly when it comes to your relationships.
Powerful conjunctions from the outer planets to the Sun open you up to higher octaves of consciousness, granting you access into spiritual planes. With Venus and Mars teaming up in your sector of daily routine, you have the chance to make major strides in your wellness practice. A Full Moon in your sign on the 18th encourages you to take inventory of your sense of purpose and self worth. Try and use this date to surrender any old emotional baggage, and retreat inward.

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LIBRA // LIBRA RISING
March enlivens your sector of health, wellness and daily routine. You are beckoned to take a more “woo” approach to living, engage in a spiritual practice, and explore new methods of healing. On the 6th, your ruler, Venus, moves into forward-thinking Aquarius. Venus is moving closely with Mars, increasing your physical drive and prompting you to master the art of giving and receiving in all of your relationships. These planets spruce up your sector of fun, personal enjoyment and romance until April (all of the activities you are so gifted at) so take note and make moves.
A Full Moon in Virgo on the 18th amplifies psychic activity, and may have you feeling the need to retreat inwards. Listen to yourself and welcome downtime. By March 20, Aries season kicks off in your partnership zone – emphasising one on one dynamics and encouraging you to practice the delicate art of interdependence.

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SCORPIO // SCORPIO RISING
February was an intense month for you, and March offers you the reprieve and surrender you desperately crave. Your ruler, Pluto, has been making some powerful connections with interpersonal planets. This means it’s time to examine the patterns playing out in your relational dynamics. If it feels like you are caught in a loop of old material, expect change the 2nd week of March. Pisces season illuminates your sector of self expression and play, lightening the mood and imbuing you with psychic awareness.
With receptive Venus and animated Mars moving in close partnership in your sector of home, you are encouraged to upgrade your living quarters. Curate a cave that suits your plan for global domination. The astrological new year begins when Aries season kicks off March 20th, imbuing you with motivation and setting your sights on work matters.

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SAGITTARIUS // SAGITTARIUS RISING
Pisces season puts you in touch with your roots, and grants you access to your imagination and intuition. A New Moon on the 2nd partners up with Jupiter, your planetary ruler, pushing the limits on what you can achieve through intention. Here, your appetite for escapism may be at an all time high – so watch a fantasy movie, or enter a realm of your imagination. You are open to receiving powerful guidance from the world around you.
Mars and Venus pair up in Aquarius on the 6th, setting your sights on the future and activating your communication zone. It might be time to have a conversation you’ve been putting off, or collaborate with friends for the future. The astrological new year begins on March 20, when we enter Aries season, which enhances your drive to experience play, fun and romance.

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CAPRICORN // CAPRICORN RISING
You are pragmatic, practical and down to earth – but be prepared for March to get weird. Pisces season imbues all signs with an activated imagination, and you are encouraged to utilise this energy to visualise the future. The lucky New Moon on the 2nd wants you to set intentions around future destinations, and follow the call to adventure. Activations from the outer planets bring you a boon of good faith, luck and opportunity, so grab life by the horns.
Try and adopt an idealistic outlook. With Venus and Mars moving into your sector of finances, expect abundance. You are stepping into a new pinnacle of self ownership and self worth, and it should be reflected in your pocketbook. A new astrological year kicks off when Aries season rolls around on the 20th, and this turns your focus to matters of the home.

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AQUARIUS // AQUARIUS RISING
Since mid-february, Pisces season has been illuminating matters of money and self esteem. And yes, the two are linked. Utilise this period to spruce up your sense of self worth, by visualising, day-dreaming and ruminating on the blessings headed your way. What light do you want to see yourself in? How can you apply visualisation to your life? A New Moon on the 2nd encourages you to do just that, and jot down intentions for the road ahead.
Mars and Venus enter your sign on the 6th, which means the limelight is on you, both socially and practically. It’s a busy month, Aquarius, so make sure you're taking time outs and restorative breaks. Wherever your fantasies take you, reality is sure to follow close behind. An astrological new year begins on March 20, when the Sun moves into fiery Aries. This brings you new ideas but can make you communicatively impulsive – so keep one foot on the brake.

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PISCES // PISCES RISING
Happy Birthday Season, dear Pisces! As always, birthdays are a time of rumination and reflection. A powerful New Moon on March 2 wants you to manifest abundance for the year ahead, and it’s close conjunction to Jupiter opens doors. This is an extremely lucky configuration, guaranteed to fulfil fantasies and restore hope.
A Full Moon in your sector of partnership on the 18th may have you eager to cut ties with old confidants in order to maintain energetic equilibrium. Listen to yourself. With Venus and Mars activating your sector of spirituality, gut feelings are guardian angels. When the Sun enters Aries on March 20, we begin a brand new Astrological cycle, and you will feel inspired and motivated to pair the dream with action.

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