Mars Goes Direct on February 23, 2025

Mars has turned direct in Cancer at 8:59 PM EST today, ending its retrograde period. This planetary shift brings renewed forward momentum to areas of action, energy, and desire. During Mars retrograde, many experienced delays and frustrations in personal projects and ambitions. Now, with Mars moving forward in Cancer, we can expect increased emotional drive behind our actions. The Cancer placement intensifies focus on home, family, and security matters while creating opportunities to heal conflicts that emerged during retrograde. This combination promotes more protective and nurturing approaches to achieving goals.

This Cancer placement means our actions will be influenced by emotions and instincts rather than pure logic. While this can lead to more compassionate decision-making, it may also trigger impulsive reactions if emotions aren't balanced with careful thought.

For the next several weeks, Mars will continue through Cancer before changing signs. This period favors activities that create harmony in personal spaces and relationships, potentially leading to significant growth in areas connected to emotional security and home life.