astrologyfebruary
February is characterized by aspects that ask us to summon our courage and resilience in order to
build strength in the midst of challenges. Practicing discipline, facing reality, and examining our values
are important remedies now.
BY SAM GEPPIVEDIC ASTROLOGY
February 2-4
THE SUN WILL BE CLOSELY JOINED
KETU IN CAPRICORN which may exacer-
bate self-doubt, especially in your business
life. If you are already lacking confidence
about yourself and your path, you may be
undermined by your own insecurity. How-
ever, if you are on track in your business,
and your sense of identity and your personal
strength are both solid, this could be a great
time for advancing your personal and busi-
ness goals. This may include personal fitness
and inner resilience as well as focusing the
level of impact you have on the world.
February 8-9
THE MOON WILL BE CLOSELY JOINED
MARS IN SCORPIO which could be very
intense emotionally. Be careful of volatile
emotional eruptions and jealousy. However,
this could also be a time where you summon
enormous emotional courage. What typically
happens during this cycle is that we experi-
ence some kind of a big blowup and then we
need to summon the courage afterward to
face the mess we just created! Mars is power-
ful when it is placed in Scorpio, its ruler.
This aspect supports renewed discipline.
Yet at the same time, the Moon is debilitated
here which can lead to a situation where
toxic insecurities undermine your personal
strength.
February 11-12
THE MOON WILL JOIN SATURN IN
SAGITTARIUS, so heavy emotions are fore-
cast to continue for several days. You could
experience disappointment with your teach-
ers and with others in general. This may be a
time when it would be beneficial to establish
better boundaries or be more realistic about
what you believe as well as the people you
believe in. Be prepared for a shocking disap-
pointment or feelings of limitation. Instead of
externalizing these experiences, and blaming
the other, look at your own projections and
false hopes. Face them squarely.
February 15
There is a SOLAR ECLIPSE IN AQUARIUS
TODAY, which illuminates an awareness of
our cultural duties and responsibilities. Your
social, cultural, and political life are at the
forefront now. This Eclipse has the Lunar
Node in Capricorn, which indicates inner
conflict, as you juggle your own personal and
material needs (as well as your family needs)
with your social duties and responsibilities.This Solar Eclipse happens in Dhanishta
Nakshatra, which relates to the archetype of
Lord Shiva’s drum of creation. When you are
able to fully establish values both personal
and cultural, it can lead to increased wealth
and money at this time. Remember that
the greater wealth is always in the spiritual
values and services you can share.February 16-17
THE MOON IS IN AQUARIUS ASPECTED
BY JUPITER, SATURN, AND MARS.
This continues the influx of energy on the
aforementioned social, Aquarian themes of
the Eclipse. Jupiter offers hope and meaning
while Saturn strengthens commitment and
focus. Mars provides the courage to face ob-
stacles and enemies along with the strength
to overcome them. You may advance rapidly
in the areas of life related to Aquarius: ser-
vice and social connections. Take time to
manage the challenging or shadow side of
this aspect so that fanaticism, fear, and ag-
gression do not undermine you.February 21-22
JUPITER IN LIBRA IS ASPECTING THE
MOON IN ARIES which has the tendency
to bring relationship issues to the forefront
of your life. If you have a different spiritual
path than your partner, you may face some
battles now. Relationships thrive when
there is shared vision. Sometimes that vision
comes through children or another common
purpose. At this time, you will be examining
your relationship through that lens to see if it
passes muster. If not, expect fireworks.February 23-24
THE MOON IS EXALTED IN TAURUS
ASPECTED BY MARS IN SCORPIO which
continues this relationship intensity, yet from
a more thoughtful place. This could be a time
of boundaries, when the connection of Taurus
supports feeling settled and the courage of
Mars in Scorpio gives you the willingness to
draw a clear line in the sand. When we com-
promise against our values and principles, we
can become frustrated later. Now is the time to
support equanimity through setting boundar-
ies; but beware, as you may only find the center
after getting bounced around on the extremes.February 25-26
MOON IS IN GEMINI ASPECTED BY JUPI-
TER, SATURN, AND MARS. This is the same
aspect that affected Aquarius on February
16 and 17. The triple aspect brings together
hope, commitment, and courage, and sup-
ports forward momentum in the Gemini
areas of life, which relate to communication,
speech, and exploring your interests. Be
wary, though, of becoming too fired up about
things, especially with the Mars/Jupiter con-
nection as your ideas may become fanatical.
If you have significant planets in Gemini, now
can be an important time for you.Sam Geppi (Sadasiva) is the author of Yoga and Vedic Astrology and The Ascen-
dant—108 Planets of Vedic Astrology. He is the founder of the American Academy
of Vedic Art and Science, which offers three levels of certification programs in Vedic
Astrology. Currently the Academy has more than 120 students enrolled. Visit Sam’s
website at: vedicartandscience.com