2023 is a year full of change and transformation. We will be wanting and willing to open our hearts and embrace our personal power. Even though the world will bring us challenges, it’s a time of scientific advancement and evolution — as well as a year of advancing our liberties and freedoms.
Here's a few things that will have a big impact this year.
Solar Power
In astrology, the sun is a powerful force that represents our will, ego, personality and determination. This year, the sun will connect with the expansive planet Jupiter on April 11 in the sign of Aries, making it a time full of joy, miracles, and positive vibes. Since the sun and the sign Aries focus heavily on the self, this is a moment to put yourself out there and to bring in abundance, wealth, and amazingness.
The moon
The moon in astrology is the planet that dictates our emotions. It is the part of ourselves that we cannot express, as it represents sentimentality and memories that we hold close to our hearts. New moons in astrology mark the beginning of the lunar cycle. They are prime times for manifesting one's desires and kickstarting projects. In 2023, we’ll have 12 chances to start fresh (two times in the sign of Aries). Full moons in astrology are a time of culmination, endings, and release. They fall at the end of the lunar cycle and illuminate our souls with knowledge. There will be 13 full moons in 2023, due to the blue moon (a rare occurrence when there are two Full Moons in a month) in Pisces that’s occurring on August 30th.
Mercury Retrogrades
In astrology, Mercury is the Planet of Communication. When it moves forward, it shows how we express ourselves. However, when the dreaded retrograde occurs, misunderstandings, travel issues, technological meltdowns, and frustrations can occur.
2023 begins mid-retrograde, as Mercury (who began its moonwalk on December 19) is backpedaling in Capricorn until January 18. This takes us back to the Venus retrograde that began 2022. What lessons have we learned about love and money? Are we using them to our benefit?