All About The Vernal Equinox & The Sun Entering Aries
March 20th marks a shift so palpable, you’ll feel it in your bones. The Sun conjunct Neptune at 29 degrees Pisces on the 19th dissolves the boundaries between dreams and reality. Then, on the 20th, the Sun bursts into Aries, kicking off a new astrological year with the Vernal Equinox. The contrast is stark, one moment, we’re swimming in the ethereal, boundless depths of Neptune’s ocean, and the next, we’re igniting a firestorm of action and initiation.
We are in full Mercury Retrograde effect now, and Venus is still retracing her steps, making this transition all the more intriguing. Venus sextiles Pluto in Aries, stirring up past passions and opening doors we thought were closed. If an old love resurfaces, it might be less about rekindling and more about reclaiming your own worth.
Let’s break it all down, the meaning of the equinox, Aries energy, and the retrogrades at play, and how to navigate this shift for your benefit.
On March 19th the Sun conjuncts Neptune at 29 degrees in Pisces. The final degree of any sign is a threshold, and with Neptune here, it’s a literal portal friend. This is the moment when your imagination, intuition, and creative expression are at their peak. If you’re an artist, writer, or visionary, take full advantage of this energy. Let your ideas flow without censorship. Write down everything, even if it seems unrealistic or scattered. Neptune is not about structure, it’s about divine inspiration.
On a practical level, this is a powerful day for visibility. If you need to be seen in your career, this transit can illuminate your presence in ways you didn’t anticipate. But be mindful, Neptune blurs reality, and while opportunities may present themselves, discernment is required. Make sure what you’re stepping into is real and not just an illusion.
Then on March 20th the Sun enters Aries. Aries is not here to dream though, it’s here to act. As the first sign of the zodiac, Aries is pure initiation, raw momentum, and unfiltered drive. This marks the astrological New Year, a time when energy surges forward, demanding boldness, courage, and self-definition. If Pisces was about surrender, Aries is about staking your claim.
The Vernal Equinox also falls on the 20th. A moment when day and night are equal, is an ancient symbol of rebirth. Historically, this was celebrated as a time of renewal across cultures, from Ostara in pagan traditions to Persian Nowruz and Japanese Shunbun no Hi. The balance of light and dark signifies the moment of decision: What will you create? Where will you go next?
But this Equinox is colored by Mercury and Venus retrograde, reminding us that before we charge ahead, we must first clear the past.
Retrogrades are famous for pulling ghosts from the past, and Venus sextile Pluto on the 21st adds intensity, passion, and transformation to the mix. If an old love reappears, it may feel electrifying, magnetic, even fated. But here’s the thing: just because something resurfaces doesn’t mean it’s meant to stay.
There’s a chance that you’re the prize, and they’re just now realizing it. This is the beauty of Venus Retrograde, it shifts perception. What once felt like a loss may now feel like a revelation: You were never meant to settle.
And while the pull of nostalgia may be tempting, Aries season asks: Are you ready for something new? Maybe this isn’t about rekindling at all. Maybe it’s about stepping into the version of yourself that no longer needs external validation.
How to Navigate This Shift:
This moment is about embracing the tension between old and new, past and future, fire and water. So how do you move forward?
1. Let your ideas take flight on the 19th. Whether in love, career, or creativity, write it all down. Don’t self-edit.
2. Step into bold action on the 20th. Choose what you want and don’t hesitate. Aries rewards decisiveness.
3. Stay grounded in the face of passionate interactions. If someone returns, ask yourself: do they align with where you’re going?
4. Remember: Desire does not equal destiny. You can want something and still walk away.
5. Choose adventure over stagnation. Whether it’s love, self-worth, or how you show up for yourself, dare to choose the unknown over the comfortable.
Five Journal Prompts for This Transition:
1. What are three dreams or ideas I want to bring to life?
2. Where have I hesitated in stepping into my power, and what action can I take now?
3. If an old flame reappears, what am I truly seeking: closure, validation, or a future?
4. How can I balance bold Aries action with the wisdom of retrograde reflection?
5. What does rebirth mean to me, and what am I ready to claim in this new cycle?
Three Mantras for the Equinox & Aries Season:
1. I move forward because I choose to, not because I need permission.
2. Passion does not cloud my judgment, I see clearly and act with intent.
3. This new chapter belongs to me, and I step into it fully.
March 20th is a paradox, a moment of dreaming and a moment of doing. You are standing at the edge of something new. The past may flicker, but the future is calling. Will you be ready to answer?
