Every 14 years, Neptune shifts signs, marking a new chapter in our collective spiritual journey. The sign Neptune occupies dictates the prevailing strategy for finding meaning, but also highlights potential pitfalls like delusion, deception, and escapism – the shadows we must navigate. Neptune in Aries invites each of us to step into courage as a spiritual practice. We must look at our fears and take action to bring our dreams down to earth.

Mercury is spending its retrograde in a part of the zodiac that is extremely active this year: the last degrees of Pisces and the first degrees of Aries. Pisces is the last sign of the zodiac, while Aries is the first. The pairing of this sign highlights the relationship between receptivity and activity, between being and doing. Mercury’s span of time in these signs invites us to do less talking and more listening. We must also silence the chatter so that we can hear our inner guidance about what steps to take next.

Venus Retrogrades are times when we are invited to reevaluate our values in relationships, as well as in relation to our finances. It is a time to check in with our partnerships and friendships to make sure that the balance is right. Are we getting our needs met? But also, are we being forgiving enough? In regards to money, Venus Retrograde is a good time to make sure that our financial decisions are in alignment with our true values.

Welcome to your guide to the Astrology of 2025! This year is set to be a dynamic one, filled with major astrological events that will usher in a period of profound change and growth. We'll be navigating a Mars retrograde, a Venus retrograde, and significant sign changes for Neptune, Uranus, and Saturn—all within a few short months!