March 2025 Astrology: Eclipses, Retrogrades, and a Cosmic Shift

If you follow astrology, then you may have heard that the astrology of March is going to be INTENSE. We’ve got two eclipses, Venus retrograde, Mercury retrograde, AND Neptune shifting into Aries for the first time in over 160 years! That’s A LOT of cosmic energy shifts. March is big, but remember astrology isn’t about fear, it’s about awareness. Knowing what’s coming gives us the power to work with the energy rather than against it.

Here is an overview:

• March 2 – April 13, 2025 → Venus retrograde in Aries

• March 13, 2025 → Total Lunar Eclipse in Virgo (emotional releases, themes around health and organization)

• March 14 – March 29 → Mercury retrograde in Aries (impulsivity, frustration, revision)

• March 20, 2025 → Spring Equinox & Sun enters Aries (astrological new year, fresh start)

• March 27, 2025 → Venus retrogrades back into Pisces and conjunct Neptune

• March 29, 2025 → Partial Solar Eclipse / New Moon in Aries (fated new beginnings)

• March 29 – April 6 → Mercury retrograde in Pisces (intuition, reflection, subconscious patterns)

• March 30, 2025 → Neptune enters Aries (first time since the 1800s, spiritual activism, intentional action)

Let’s get into it.

Venus Retrograde: Love, Money & Reflection

Venus stations retrograde from March 2nd - April 13th, setting the tone for deep reflection around relationships, self-worth, and finances. This retrograde begins in Aries, a sign known for independence, passion, and bold desires. When Venus is retrograde in Aries, we’re asked to reconsider how we pursue love, money, and pleasure. Are we acting impulsively? Are we honoring our true desires, or just chasing what looks exciting in the moment?

Relationships may feel more intense during this period, especially themes around independence vs. partnership. Old friends, exes, or unresolved connections could resurface, giving us a chance to reassess whether they truly align with our values.

Then, on March 27th, Venus retrogrades back into Pisces, shifting the energy into something softer, more nostalgic, and deeply emotional. This is when the themes of fantasy, illusion, and desire may come into play. Venus will also be conjunct Neptune, amplifying this dreamy, romantic energy. But keep in mind, this is when the rose colored glasses are out. If something seems too good to be true, trust your intuition and if possible, wait until Venus goes direct before making major decisions in love or finances.

The Eclipses: Big Shifts Incoming

There is a Total Lunar Eclipse in Virgo on March 13th. Lunar eclipses bring emotional releases, and major realizations. Since this one’s happening in Virgo, we can expect themes around health, habits, and organization to surface. What routines are serving you? What’s draining your energy? This is the time to declutter, physically, emotionally, and energetically.

Then, on March 29th, we have a Partial Solar Eclipse/ New Moon in Aries.  Aries is bold, direct, and independent so this is a green light from the cosmos for new beginnings. Eclipses are fated changes that can feel sudden, yet are necessary for our growth. If you’ve been feeling called to start something new, whether it’s a project, a passion, or even a new mindset, this eclipse might just push you towards that direction.

New Moons are also great for manifestation practices, however the energy of an eclipse can be chaotic and unpredictable. Some people advise against manifesting while in the eclipse energy. I say, check in with your inner knowing and do what feels right for you.

Mercury Retrograde: Revisions & Slowdowns

Mercury stations retrograde from March 14th to April 6th, bringing its usual mix of delays, miscommunications, and the need for change. But this retrograde has two phases, each with its own energetic shift.

Mercury Rx in Aries (March 14 - March 29)

This retrograde starts off in Aries, a sign known for its confidence and action-oriented nature. However, Mercury retrograde slows things down, creating tension between the urge to charge ahead and the need to pause. Mentally prepare for any potential setbacks or revisions in personal goals, plans, and communication. Frustration may be running high, especially if things aren’t moving as quickly as you’d like. This is a time to practice patience ("What's patience?" says Aries), double-check details, think before you speak, and avoid impulsive decisions that could backfire later.

Mercury Rx in Pisces (March 29 - April 6)

When Mercury slides back into Pisces on March 29th, the energy shifts inward. We put logic on the back-burner as intuition, dreams, and our subconscious patterns rise to the surface. This is a time for reflection, not action. Pay attention to gut feelings, synchronicities, and messages from your dreams. It’s a perfect time for journaling, meditating, and revisiting old emotional wounds that need closure. Keep in mind that clarity may be foggy during this time, so avoid making major commitments or decisions until Mercury goes direct if you can.

Overall, Mercury retrograde asks us to slow down, rethink, and realign. First in the realm of action (Aries), then in the depths of intuition (Pisces). Trust the process and let things unfold in divine timing.

Aries Season & The Spring Equinox: A Fresh Start

On March 20th, Spring Equinox marks the Sun’s entrance into Aries, starting off the astrological New Year. Aries is the first sign of the zodiac, bringing a surge of energy, renewal, and the courage to take bold steps forward. This is a time of new beginnings, where the focus shifts toward action, self-discovery, and embracing change. Just as nature begins to awaken, we too are being called to refresh our goals, set intentions, and move forward with confidence.

This Aries season feels especially potent with all the major cosmic shifts happening this month. There’s a sense that we’re stepping into something new, but not without first releasing what is no longer serving us.

The equinox represents balance, a moment when day and night are equal, reminding us to take a pause and reflect before charging ahead. Aries is fast-moving but this season encourages intentional action, where we don’t just rush forward, we move with purpose.

If you’ve been feeling stuck or uncertain, this is your clean slate. Aries season brings fire, independence, and a renewed sense of self, pushing us to break free from limitations and trust in our ability to lead our own path. It’s a powerful time to set bold intentions, take the first step toward something new, and fully embrace this renewing energy.

Neptune Enters Aries: A New Spiritual Era

One of the biggest cosmic shifts of the decade happens on March 30th, when Neptune enters Aries for the first time since the 1800s. For the past 13 years, Neptune has been in Pisces, bringing a wave of deep spirituality, creativity, and compassion, but also confusion, escapism, and illusion.

As Neptune moves into Aries, the energy shifts from dreaming to doing. Aries is bold, independent, and action-driven, meaning this transit will push us to stand up for our beliefs and turn our visions into reality. Instead of simply hoping or imagining, people will feel called to take action and make things happen.

This marks a major shift in how we express ourselves spiritually, creatively, and our personal beliefs. Rather than quietly reflecting or going with the flow, Neptune in Aries encourages courageous self-expression and fearless action. It’s a time of spiritual activism, where people won’t just think about change they’ll fight for it. We may see the rise of strong, passionate leaders, new creative breakthroughs, and a push for personal and collective independence. However, Neptune still brings illusion and in Aries, this could lead to acting on impulse without seeing the bigger picture. The desire to move quickly might cause people to chase unrealistic dreams, jump into things without planning, or get caught up in conflicts over beliefs.

This calls for us to navigate this energy by balancing our inspiration with patience. If you feel the urge to take a big leap, check in with yourself first. Are you acting from true purpose or just reacting to the moment? Trust your intuition, but also take time to think things through. Aries energy burns hot and fast, but long-term success requires steady effort, not just a burst of energy. This is a powerful time to take charge of your dreams, but staying grounded will make all the difference.

Neptune moving into Aries marks the beginning of a 14-year cycle (2025–2039) that will reshape how we take action on our beliefs, express our creativity, and stand up for what we truly care about. This is the start of a new era, one where we’re not just dreaming about the future, but actively creating it.

What area of your life is calling for change?