New Moon / Partial Solar Eclipse at 27 degrees and 07′ Aquarius

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February 15, 2018, 21:04 UT

Foresight, change, reforms and the potential for stabilising relationships and values

An eclipse which speaks of liberation and assists in envisioning the future by bringing closure on the past. The chart of this eclipse presents a mix of positive aspects, along with some sensitive points that require attention. It generally seems to promise increased mobility, communication, and processing of information with the presence of Mercury in conjunction with the New Moon. The motivation springs from opportunities to test, structure or stabilise relationships and values. (Venus in Pisces sextile Saturn in Capricorn). Whether relationships are sustainable is a demand that needs to be clarified. The last degrees of signs signify that a territory of experience is ending or has been collected, and there is an urgency to bring closure. Since the eclipse is in conjunction with the South Node, a kind of release is even more potent either emphasising energy wasted or the need to move away from comfort zones. Mercury in Aquarius in conjunction with the New Moon stimulates the rational mind to detach, become inventive, and reform established patterns. The Promethean theme of foresight, progress and future oriented processing coordinates self will and emotion in generating intentions that will foster changes. As Mercury is applying to its superior conjunction with the Sun in the following days, a need for a kind of mental rebirth is in the making. Connections with groups and collective activities are at the forefront.

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