lunar energy
Astrology Forecast February 23 – March 1, 2026
The week begins with a grounded and capable Taurus Moon, and this is exactly the kind of energy we need to launch an important week. Taurus reminds us to slow down, focus on what is real and tangible, and build something lasting. There is a calm productivity in the air this morning*, and if you tune into it, you can accomplish more than you expect.
If you begin the week with patience and awareness, you will be better prepared for whatever surprises unfold. Think of today as laying a strong foundation. Tend to your responsibilities, listen to your inner voice, and allow a little room for magic.
The early Taurus Moon Sextile Mercury in Pisces helps us blend practical thinking with intuition. This is a beautiful morning aspect for planning, organizing, and having meaningful conversations.
You may find that your instincts are right on target, especially when it comes to money, work, or long term decisions. If you have something important to write, schedule, or discuss, the morning hours are supportive. Ideas flow more easily, and you are able to express yourself in a way that feels both gentle and clear.
However, this is the week Mercury turns retrograde again, and you may already feel subtle hints of that shift. Double check appointments. Confirm travel plans. Make sure emails are sent to the right person. If something feels slightly off, trust that nudge and review the details. Mercury in Pisces can blur lines, and while it enhances imagination and empathy, it can also cause confusion if we rush.
Astrology Forecast February 16 – 22, 2026
This week carries the unmistakable feeling of a threshold. Energies begin in a reflective, future-oriented space but quickly gather momentum as we approach the astrological new year.
With a Pisces New Moon midweek, followed by the Sun entering Aries and Mercury turning direct, the cosmic atmosphere shifts from dreaming into doing. Inspiration is not meant to remain abstract now. It is asking for expression, movement, and courage.
Even so, the rhythm of the week reminds us that beginnings are most powerful when they arise from clarity rather than urgency. Allow insight to guide action. Let intuition collaborate with practicality. By the weekend, grounding influences help stabilize everything that has been set in motion.
The week begins with mental electricity and forward-looking energy as the Moon moves through Aquarius. Aquarius is the sign of innovation, community, and future possibility, and many people may wake with ideas already forming. Pay attention to flashes of insight this morning because they are not random. They are glimpses of what wants to unfold next.
A supportive Mercury in Pisces quintile Uranus in Taurus encourages imaginative problem-solving early in the day. Mercury in Pisces thinks in symbols and feelings rather than strict logic, while Uranus in Taurus pushes for tangible change. Together, they help translate inspiration into something practical. If you have been searching for a new approach to a lingering issue, it could arrive suddenly and feel surprisingly simple.
Astrology Forecast February 9 – 15, 2026
The week opens on a quiet but powerful note as the Moon moves through Scorpio, a sign that asks us to slow down and feel rather than rush ahead. There may be a noticeable contrast between what you think you should be doing and what you actually feel motivated to do.
If procrastination sneaks in, it is not laziness. It is information. Scorpio Moons pull attention inward, encouraging emotional honesty and private reflection before outward action.
In the morning*, the Moon in Scorpio Quintile Pluto in Aquarius supports deep inner insight. This is a subtle but potent influence that helps you recognize patterns beneath the surface, especially around power, control, or emotional attachments. You might have a realization about a habit or mindset that has been quietly shaping your choices.
This is an excellent time for journaling, research, or any work that requires focus and emotional intelligence. Conversations can feel meaningful even if very little is said.
As the day unfolds, there may be a sense of drifting or moving slowly, especially if the weekend energy still lingers. Give yourself permission to work at a gentler pace.
Scorpio energy does not reward rushing. It rewards intention. If something feels heavy, instead of pushing through, ask yourself what it is trying to teach you. Emotional clarity today comes from curiosity rather than judgment.
Astrology Forecast February 2 – 8, 2026
The week begins under a glowing Leo Moon, and there is an undeniable sense that something important is waking up inside you.
Today feels bold, expressive, and full of personal momentum. With the Moon in Leo, emotions want to be seen and acknowledged. This is a day where confidence builds naturally when you follow your heart and take pride in what you are doing, even in small tasks.
In the morning*, the Moon in Leo forms a trine to Chiron in Aries. This is a healing and empowering influence that helps you reconnect with courage you may have forgotten you had. Emotional honesty feels easier, and there is real strength in admitting where you have grown from past challenges.
If you have felt unsure about stepping forward lately, this aspect gently reminds you that healing does not require perfection. It simply requires authenticity.
This is an excellent time to encourage yourself or someone else, especially when it comes to personal goals, leadership, or creative expression.
As the day moves into the afternoon, energy remains high, but there is also a desire to make things happen quickly. Leo energy can feel impatient when it is inspired, so be mindful of overcommitting or pushing too hard. Confidence works best today when paired with intention rather than impulse.
Astrology Forecast January 26 – February 1, 2026
Monday sets the tone for the entire week, and it does so with steady, practical energy that helps you get things done.
The Moon spends the day in Taurus, a sign that values stability, simplicity, and tangible progress. This is the kind of energy that rewards patience and consistency.
If you have been feeling scattered or overwhelmed lately, today is your chance to slow down, make a plan, and start building something real.
Early in the morning*, the Moon in Taurus forms a square to Mercury in Aquarius. This can feel like your emotions and your thoughts are pulling in different directions. You may know what makes logical sense, but your body or instincts might resist it. Pay attention to that tension rather than trying to force clarity.
This aspect is best used for noticing where your ideas are out of sync with your needs. Adjusting expectations instead of pushing through will save time later.
As the day goes on, the Moon also squares Venus in Aquarius, bringing relationship themes into focus. You might feel a subtle conflict between wanting comfort and wanting freedom.
Someone may want more closeness today, while you want space, or vice versa. Instead of framing this as a problem, treat it as information. Taurus Moons prefer simple pleasures, and sometimes that means redefining what connection actually looks like for you right now.
How To Cleanse And Charge Your Crystals
If you use crystals in your spiritual practice, it is important to periodically cleanse and charge them.
For example, when you first purchase or receive a crystal as a gift, clearing it can ensure that you are working with a ‘clean slate,’ and are able to both fully connect with that crystal and set more powerful intentions for its use.
Beyond this, charging a crystal ensures that we are able to use it most effectively for our purpose.
So, how can you go about charging and cleansing your beloved crystals?
The good news is that this process is quite simple and easy, and you can use the same method to both charge and clear a crystal:
Moonlight
Place your crystal in a place where it can bathe in the light of the moon overnight. Full moon is, of course, the best time to do this, and one night is enough to both cleanse and charge your crystal.
That said, if I am using a crystal for manifestation, I will sometimes leave my crystal for the full waxing period of a moon cycle, from new moon to full moon.
Astrology Forecast January 19 – 25, 2026
There are powerful Aquarius vibes in the air this week with a stellium involving the Moon, Mercury, and the Sun, followed by Mars entering Aquarius on Friday.
The Moon already sneaked into Aquarius late yesterday, and today the Sun follows suit, with Mercury joining the party by Tuesday midday*. This creates a rare and noticeable Aquarius stellium involving the Moon, Sun, and Mercury, all clustered in the same forward-thinking sign.
The mental atmosphere shifts almost immediately over the next couple of days. Emotions become less reactive, less personal, and more observational. You may notice that you are not as easily pulled into drama or emotional loops. Instead, you are watching situations from a distance and seeing patterns you could not see before.
Today feels like a mental reset. With the Moon in Aquarius, your emotional body wants space. Not distance for the sake of withdrawal, but space for clarity. You may feel a sudden urge to step back from people, conversations, or obligations that have felt draining.
Aquarius energy is great at creating emotional detachment without shutting your heart down. This is an excellent day to observe your life as if you were looking at it from above. Problems you have been stuck on may suddenly resolve themselves through a fresh angle or a surprising realization. These insights can feel like lightning bolts. They arrive quickly and without much warning.