March 29 Aries Solar Eclipse: Major Energy Shifts & How to Navigate Them

The March 29 Aries New Moon Solar Eclipse brings major energy shifts

and a powerful opportunity for transformation.

This eclipse happens at 9° Aries, a fire sign known for its courage, independence, and drive. As a solar eclipse, it acts as a cosmic reset, encouraging bold new beginnings and urging you to embrace change. Understanding how to navigate this energy can help you align with your true path, whether that means stepping into something new or releasing what no longer serves you.

What makes this eclipse even more significant is that 9° Aries has been an active and sensitive point in the zodiac recently. Just a few weeks ago, Venus went retrograde here, and Mercury stationed retrograde at 10° Aries. These recent planetary movements make this degree especially charged, bringing an extra layer of reflection and transformation.

This isn’t just any new beginning because it’s a New Moon it’s one infused with raw, passionate Aries energy, urging you to trust yourself and take action. Aries is the warrior, the pioneer, the spark that ignites the fire. Under this eclipse, you may feel an inner restlessness, a nudge, or even a full-on shove toward a path you’ve been hesitant to take. If you've been waiting for the 'right moment' to start something new, this could be it.

However, this isn’t just about charging forward. With Mercury and Venus both retrograde, there's also an undercurrent of reflection. Mercury retrograde invites us to review, rethink, and refine our ideas before launching into something new. Venus retrograde asks us to reconsider what truly matters to us in relationships, finances, and self-worth. This means that while the eclipse stirs up momentum, these retrogrades encourage us to pause and make sure we’re aligned with our true desires before taking action. If you want a deeper dive into how these retrogrades influence this eclipse, check out my earlier blog post on them.

Why Does This Solar Eclipse Matter?

Aries Solar Eclipse Energy Shifts. For those who do not know. A solar eclipse happens when the Moon moves between the Earth and the Sun, temporarily blocking out the Sun’s light. In astrology, this signals a moment of change, often bringing fated events, revelations, and turning points. Unlike a regular New Moon, which offers a monthly opportunity for new beginnings, a solar eclipse supercharges this energy, setting things in motion that can unfold over the next six months as other eclipses occur and over the coming 3 years using the Lunar Gestation Cycle system.

This particular eclipse in Aries is all about self-discovery, courage, and independence. Aries is the first sign of the zodiac, representing new beginnings, leadership, and action. If you’ve been hesitating on a decision or feeling stuck, this eclipse could provide the push you need. One of the best ways to begin your personal inquiry into what you want to focus on is through journaling rather than simply setting goals. With Mercury and Venus both retrograde, reflection is just as important as action right now. Writing down your thoughts, desires, and past patterns can help you gain clarity before making any big moves.

How to Work With This Eclipse Energy (While Mercury & Venus Are Retrograde)

This eclipse urges bold new beginnings, but with both Mercury and Venus retrograde, it’s important to balance action with reflection. Aries energy wants to charge ahead, but these retrogrades remind us to move with awareness. Here’s how to navigate this powerful time:

• Take Aligned Action, Not Just Impulsive Action: Aries energy sparks excitement and courage, but with Mercury retrograde, rushing into something without considering the details could lead to missteps. If you feel inspired to start something new, take a breath, make sure it aligns with your deeper values, not just the heat of the moment.

• Release What No Longer Resonates (But Give Yourself Time): Aries doesn’t cling to the past, and this eclipse brings opportunities to break free. However, with Venus retrograde, relationships, self-worth, and values are under review. If you’re feeling the urge to let go whether it’s a belief, a relationship, or a way of operating sit with it first. The right decisions will become clearer as Venus moves forward.

• Trust the Signs, But Double-Check the Messages: Eclipses bring fated events, and Mercury retrograde can heighten intuitive messages, dreams, and synchronicities. However, it can also create confusion or misinterpretation. If something feels significant, reflect on it, but don’t rush to conclusions. Clarity will come in time.

  
  

This is a moment of powerful transformation, but patience and discernment will be key. Let the fire of Aries fuel your courage but allow the retrogrades to guide you toward choices that truly align.  I have another blog and video about the deeper means of Venus and Mercury retrograde. Here are the link to the blog post.

Mercury Retrogrades Back into Pisces the same day of the Solar Eclipse: Logic Meets Intuition

Just as this fiery Aries eclipse is pushing us toward bold action, Mercury the planet of communication, thought processes, and daily decision-making slips backward into Pisces, reminding us that not everything needs an immediate answer. While Aries energy is all about taking charge, Mercury in Pisces asks us to slow down, trust our inner knowing, and allow things to unfold in their own time.

This shift softens the mind, pulling us away from rigid logic and into the realm of imagination, emotions, and intuition. If you find yourself second-guessing plans, struggling to articulate your thoughts, or feeling like clarity is just out of reach, don’t fight it. This is a time for reflection, not rushed conclusions.

But Mercury isn’t the only planet in Pisces right now Venus has also entered this dreamy water sign, amplifying emotions, heightening sensitivity, and deepening our connections with ourselves and others. Venus in Pisces brings a more compassionate, romantic, and intuitive approach to relationships, self-worth, and creativity. However, it can also blur boundaries, making it easier to idealize people or situations.

What This Means for You:

• Intuition is heightened, but logical thinking may feel foggy. Instead of forcing answers, lean into gut feelings and subtle nudges from the universe.

• Miscommunications and delays are likely. Be patient with conversations, emails, and travel plans, what seems confusing now will make more sense later.

• Emotions run deep in relationships. With Venus in Pisces, love and connections may feel more soulful and intuitive but be mindful of unrealistic expectations or over-romanticizing situations.

• This is a powerful time for inner work. Journaling, revisiting old ideas, or tapping into your spiritual side can be deeply rewarding. Sometimes the answers we seek aren’t found through thinking, but through feeling.

  
  

If something isn’t making sense right now, don’t push for immediate clarity. Trust that the missing pieces will reveal themselves, especially after Mercury and Venus move direct again in a few weeks.

Bringing It All Together

This eclipse is a powerful mix of bold action and intuitive reflection. Aries pushes us forward, urging us to embrace change with courage, while Mercury and Venus in Pisces remind us to trust the unseen and listen to our inner wisdom. If you feel a mix of excitement and uncertainty, you’re right where you need to be.

Whatever unfolds, trust that this eclipse is aligning you with where you're meant to go. And if you want deeper insights week to week into how this energy affects us even more, head over to my Patreon for exclusive astrology content and guidance!

The Solar Eclipse Video will be posted on Sunday the 23rd, in the mean time lots of other informative content is here. You-Tube