2023 looks to be a very significant year for you, with all three of the major sign changes - Jupiter, Saturn, and Pluto - activating important areas of your chart, as well as some of this year’s Eclipses.
January, however, is something of a calm before the storm, with loving Venus heading into your opposite sign on January 2nd and a glorious New Moon in your love zone on January 21st bringing happiness and delight. The Leo Full Moon on February 5th is also a chance for you to shine at your brightest and best.
But on March 7th, Saturn leaves your opposite sign and moves into the self-development area of your natal birth chart, for the first time since 1996. You may find yourself plagued with self-doubt thanks to this influence, so you will need to be careful with your mental health this year.
On March 23rd, meanwhile, the transformation planet, Pluto, moves into your opposite sign for the first time in your lifetime. Over the next 19 years, you will undertake a profound shift in what you want from a relationship, and what you can offer in return. The early effects of this transit signal a deepening of your existing relationship, but power struggles and intimacy issues are likely.
The Solar Eclipse on April 20th may cause you a crisis of faith of some kind, but it’s the Lunar Eclipse on May 5th that rocks your family life, perhaps due to issues of a work-life balance. This is unfortunate because, on May 16th, Jupiter changes sign and moves to the very top of your chart - an exceptionally fortuitous and prosperous signal. Tremendous growth in your career is on the way over the following twelve months, but you will need to balance this carefully against your family responsibilities.
June, July, and August are set to be happy months in your love life, particularly during the Full Moon in your joy zone on June 3rd, which is swiftly followed by the arrival of Venus in Leo. The love planet turns retrograde in Leo on July 22nd, which is likely to be your first chance to process your Pluto-driven changing attitude to love. The Full Moon in your love zone on August 1st could be an emotional flash point, but the Leo New Moon on August 16th feels much lighter and more positive.
On October 14th, a Solar Eclipse hits the ideas zone of your natal birth chart, and your growing self-doubt may cause you to backtrack on something that is genuinely a good plan. The twin Lunar Eclipse on October 28th is in your career zone - be careful not to make dramatic changes that you can’t later undo because you do not have all the facts when this Eclipse takes shape.
Despite stressful periods this year, December looks like a very happy month, especially around the New Moon on December 12th. A deeply spiritual and reflective Full Moon on December 26th is healing and cathartic, enabling you to face 2024 with renewed confidence.
Pluto’s sign change on March 23rd is the single most significant factor affecting your love life this year - and indeed, for many years to come. Pluto has never made this transit before in your lifetime but will remain in this part of your chart for the next 19 years - a subtle but pervasive background influence that transforms your attitude to love.
Ahead of that change, January and February seem happy and settled, romantically. With Venus moving into your love zone on January 2nd and a New Moon here on January 21st, there’s plenty to enjoy. February follows suit with a New Moon in your passion zone.
However, on March 7th, ahead of Pluto’s sign change, Saturn moves into an area of your chart concerned with intimacy and power; as you adjust to Pluto’s influence this year, you must be careful not to use sex as a weapon in your relationship.
The Lunar Eclipse on May 5th impacts your family zone with a shock or surprise - but not necessarily a negative one; this Eclipse may bring news for a pregnancy, a new pet, or a new home. And when Mars moves into Leo on May 20th, your passion levels will increase still further, which is excellent news if your relationship is otherwise stable. A Full Moon in the joy zone of your chart on June 3rd is promising, and with Venus moving into Leo just two days later, you will hopefully enjoy several weeks of romance and togetherness.
Be careful when Venus turns retrograde in Leo on July 22nd, however. This could bring some emotional turmoil if there are issues in your relationship. The Full Moon shines from your love zone on August 1st, heightening emotional tension, although the Leo New Moon on August 16th gives you the chance for a fresh start if need be. When Venus turns direct in Leo on September 4th, pressure should ease.
As 2023 draws to a close, Mars changes signs on November 24th. If you’re single and looking for love, this is an incredible time for dating - don’t be afraid to take a leap of faith on someone who wouldn’t ordinarily be your ‘type.’ The New Moon on December 12th is also a very positive indication of new romance or new magic in an existing relationship. Finally, Venus changes signs and arrives in the joy zone of your chart on December 29th, paving the way for a very happy New Year indeed.
The first couple of months of 2023 are relatively quiet for your career, but that will quickly change as the year progresses. A Full Moon in your money zone occurs on March 7th, so look out for emotional spending at that time. It’s the same day that Saturn changes signs - although the focus with that transit is likely to be self-development, this area of your chart does also rule debt and inheritance, so there could be some financial disappointment or restrictions built in for a while.
The Solar Eclipse on April 20th may relate to your education or your qualifications; don’t try to bluff your way through at this point - honesty will be critical. The following day Mercury turns retrograde at the top of your chart, so it’s doubly important to be clear in your communications at work. The twin Lunar Eclipse on May 5th brings drama around your work-life balance, so be prepared for some difficult moments at work, home, or both.
The good news - wonderful news, in fact - is that Jupiter, the planet of luck, good fortune, abundance, and prosperity - moves into the career zone of your natal birth chart on May 16th, for the first time since 2012. This ushers in a full twelve months of exceptional potential for you, so dream big. The New Moon on the 19th also occurs at the top of your chart, making this a fantastic time to start a new job or launch a new business. A day later, Mars moves into Leo, further boosting your ambitions and confidence.
Mars will later change signs again and head into the money zone of your chart on July 10th, which is when you will really see your abundance levels start to rise. Be careful with money matters from August 23rd to September 15th, however, as Mercury retrograde in this zone of your chart will muddle matters considerably. The New Moon on September 14th will help to set financial issues straight again.
During the Solar Eclipse on October 14th, issues of communication create drama and conflict, and this could be true at work as well as in your personal life. The corresponding Lunar Eclipse on October 28th hints at a major or shocking work-related crisis of some kind - but one that will work in your favor. If you are suddenly thrust into the spotlight, treat it as an opportunity to show what you can do.
When Mars changes signs on November 24th, you’re being asked to stop playing it safe. Now is the time to make some daring changes at work or in business, because the Universe will reward those who take a leap of faith. As the year winds down, however, be sure to be respectful and kind to those you work with. Mercury’s retrograde from December 13th onward suggests trouble if you are too offhand or aggressive.
This is likely to be a year of learning for you, especially during the Eclipse periods where wisdom, education, and ideas are emphasized. However, Pluto’s ongoing sign shift also marks this out as a year when you will start to learn more about how you interact with others, especially in love.
2024 begins on a very positive note with Mercury turning direct on New Year’s Day, in your joy zone - this sets you up for a fun first few weeks.
However, when Pluto moves into your opposite sign on January 20th for 9 months, you may begin to struggle with issues of dependence versus independence in love. When Pluto settles back here for a full 19 years in November 2024, you will have a great deal to learn.
For now, though, the early focus is on romance, with a glorious Leo Full Moon on January 25th and a New Moon in your opposite sign on February 9th. Mars and Venus both head into your opposite sign on February 13th and 16th respectively, increasing passion and desire, but increasing anger and jealousy too.
The Lunar Eclipse on March 25th may bring drama around travel or education, with something hidden coming to light. With Mercury turning retrograde in your travel zone on April 1st, details matter if you are planning a trip.
The twin Solar Eclipse on April 8th brings issues about morality and ethics to the forefront of your mind; you may have to ask yourself whether the fact that you could do something means that you should.
When Jupiter conjuncts Uranus at the very top of your chart on April 20th, career or business opportunities skyrocket, but you will need to act decisively and quickly to take advantage of this. Make the most of this energy around the New Moon in your career zone on May 7th - and definitely act before Jupiter leaves the top of your chart on May 25th.
Leo season in July sees Mercury, Venus, and your ruler, the Sun, all arrive in Leo, boosting your charm, your confidence, and your charisma. The Leo New Moon on August 4th is a red letter day for you - but be careful, because the next day, Mercury turns retrograde in your money and values zone, and on August 14th, the thinking planet moves backward into Leo, so you may have to re-think, re-wind, re-do.
Nevertheless, a glorious Full Moon shines from your opposite sign on August 19th, increasing romance - but the Lunar Eclipse in your passion zone on September 17th will need very careful handling indeed.
The Solar Eclipse on October 2nd occurs in your communication zone, so take great care that your words are not obscured or twisted to your detriment.
As 2024 fades, your energy actually increases, courtesy of Mars arriving in Leo on November 3rd. There’s a celebratory Full Moon at the top of your chart on November 15th too, with good luck likely at work.
It’s a romantic end to the year as Venus moves into your opposite sign on December 6th - but the New Moon on December 30th asks you to put your mental, physical, and holistic wellbeing as a top priority for 2025.
During this year, your attitude to relationships will slowly and subtly start to shift as Pluto takes up residence in your opposite sign, initially for 9 months from January 20th to September, but then for a whole 19 years from November 2024 onwards.
This is transformational energy but the changes will come very gradually over decades. Get off to a good start by honoring what you need from a relationship, and what you in return can provide to your partner. Transparency and honesty will be key here.
February looks like an important time in your love life on a more short-term basis, with a beautiful New Moon in your opposite sign on February 9th, plus the arrival of Mars and Venus into your opposite sign on February 13th and 16th respectively. This energy is perfect for starting a new relationship or indeed for rekindling an existing one - but when Mars moves into your passion zone on March 22nd, watch out for jealousy and suspicion.
Jupiter changes signs on May 25th, moving into your friendship zone for around a year. During this time, if you are single, you can take great joy in your social life. Don’t push too hard for romance, but instead enjoy the delights of simply being around people you like.
The Leo New Moon on August 4th is a boost to your confidence if you are dating or looking for love, but with Mercury retrograde in Leo between August 14th and 28th, you will need to be careful that your words and actions are not misinterpreted.
The Full Moon in your opposite sign on August 19th may bring joy, tears, or both, but will affect your love life for sure - as will the potent Lunar Eclipse in your passion zone on September 17th. If there is anything hidden or illicit about your love life, it may not stay private past this point.
There is a lighter vibe to your love life as the year rounds out, however. Venus arrives in your joy zone on October 17th, and Mars’ arrival in Leo on November 3rd brings passion and plenty of energy.
Look to December 1st and a New Moon in your dating zone if you are looking for new love. This is swiftly followed by the arrival of Venus in your opposite sign on December 6th, so any new relationship may become serious quite quickly during the festive season. Mercury is retrograde in your dating zone during this period, but turns direct on December 15th, freeing your path toward joy, fun, and plenty of excitement in love.
You start 2024 in a can-do frame of mind, boosted by the arrival of Mars in your everyday work zone on January 4th, and a New Moon in that area of your chart on January 11th.
This getting back-to-business vibe brings good results, and the Leo Full Moon on January 25th may well bring cause to celebrate at work.
Keep a firm eye on your finances, however, as the Full Moon in your money zone on February 24th suggests that emotional overspending may be out of control.
Look out for communication issues during the Lunar Eclipse on March 25th, however. With Mercury turning retrograde on April 1st, this could create problems with travel or education and training, so double-check details carefully.
The Solar Eclipse on April 8th highlights ethics and morality, so think carefully about how this applies to your working life.
There’s better news around April 20th when Jupiter conjuncts Uranus at the very top of your chart in a spectacular show of ingenuity, luck, and possibility. This period of opportunity extends through the New Moon at the top of your chart on May 7th.
However, Jupiter is set to move away from your ambitions zone on May 25th and will not return here until 2035; pack as much ambition as you can into your year ahead of this date.
Shortly after Jupiter leaves, Mars starts a transit at the top of your chart on June 9th, giving you a second chance to push for those ambitious dreams. Be careful during August, however, when Mercury turns retrograde in your money zone on August 5th, and then moves backward into Leo on August 14th until August 28th. During this period, you may have many false starts or you may over-think your situation, leading to anxiety and mistakes.
There is much better news with the New Moon in your money zone on September 2nd. The Lunar Eclipse on September 17th occurs in your debt zone and asks you to repay your debts - emotional and spiritual, as well as financial.
To help you with this, the Solar Eclipse on October 2nd highlights new opportunities for education and training - perhaps this is a good time to undertake a new and potentially lucrative qualification.
Mars’s arrival in Leo on November 3rd brings you great personal power that you can apply to any area of your life. With a celebratory Full Moon at the top of your chart on November 15th, it’s certainly a good time to push for advancement at work.
But as 2024 ends, you are asked to think about your relationships with colleagues. If there has been bad blood at work, you will have a chance to fix it around the New Moon on December 30th, just in time for a fresh start in 2025.
