Your Weekly Horoscope Is a Huge Relief, Because Mars Retrograde Is Finally Over

Your horoscope for the week of February 23 to March 1 is a breath of fresh air, because it’s leading you toward small improvements that eventually add up to something big. From now on, you’re going to feel more energized and motivated, putting you in a beautiful position to overcome the challenges and obstacles that will inevitably arise during the chaotic month of March.

If the past several weeks have felt like a slow and stagnant slog, you have every reason to look forward to February 23. This is when a significant turning point in your journey through 2025 unfolds as Mars retrograde finally comes to an end, stationing direct at 17 degrees of Cancer at 8:59 p.m. ET. Mars is the planet of action, drive, and passion, and since December 6, it has retrograded through prideful Leo and defensive Cancer, bringing us to the brink of completely crashing out. Although it will take a few weeks for Mars to truly shift back into gear, this represents a powerful step in the right direction, especially for those born with placements in cardinal signs (Aries, Cancer, Libra, Capricorn) and fixed signs (Taurus, Leo, Scorpio, and Aquarius).

However, that doesn’t mean the wheels are going to start turning immediately, because you might run into a mental block by February 25. This is when messenger planet Mercury forms a serious and sobering conjunction with Saturn in Pisces. Because Saturn is the planet of discipline and limitations, and Pisces is a zodiac sign that tends to leave Mercury feeling scatterbrained and dreamy, this transit is asking you to ground your fantasies into something that can be made reality. Pro tip—Saturn can be quite an isolating planet, so avoid feelings of loneliness and pessimism by distracting yourself with something that requires intense focus and sustained concentration.

You may want to start something that means a lot to you on February 27. A replenishing new moon rises at 7:44 p.m. ET at 9 degrees of Pisces, gently encouraging you to take the initial steps toward something that is near and dear to your heart. Whether this is a new relationship, job, or project, you probably won’t get it right on your first try and you may have to start over a few times. However, beginning under this new moon holds great significance and will inevitably give whatever you’re starting a magical boost.

Bad news? Venus retrograde begins on March 1, stationing at 10 degrees of Aries. Venus is the planet of love, money, and beauty, and when retrograde, this planet tends to bring up unresolved issues in terms of our values, relationships, and self-worth. As this retrograde begins, you may find yourself questioning whether you’re truly getting what you need and deserve from your love life, and whether your spending habits are indicative of a deeper issue. This retrograde calls on you to get fully immersed in a powerful and dramatic healing process. Hang in there, babe. ♡

How the planets will affect your zodiac sign this week

Here’s what you can expect from the upcoming week, according to your sun and/or rising sign (and seriously, you’re missing out if you don’t read these horoscopes for your rising sign):