Welcome to March, folks – the month that marks the start of a new astrological year.
On Tuesday, March 3, we welcome a total lunar eclipse in Virgo, and on March 20, the spring equinox, opening the floodgates, or gates of fire, of the Aries season.
We’ll spend the entire month under the influence of Mercury’s first retrograde of the year and its post-retrograde shadow, making clarity an important resource.
To lend some light to the happy month of March, author and tarot reader Kerry Ward has prepared a tarot spread for each zodiac element using her Zodiac Love Match Oracle Deck.
Fire signs – Aries, Leo, Sagittarius
Free Spirit, Say Goodbye, Happy Entertainment
According to Wadi, the theme of the fire signs this month is freedom.
“You get rid of everything that no longer works or doesn’t work for you, including certain bonds and connections. Not every connection is meant to last a lifetime; most are just for a season,” he told The Post. “The Free Spirit card gives you complete permission to place people where they can be in your life or beyond. You owe no one anything!”
Building on this theme of release, the Say Goodbye card isn’t necessarily about endings (although it may include them) but rather letting go of people and patterns that prevent you from reaching your full potential.
“Remove the dead wood. Break away from old habits. Stop wandering around in old places,” advises Ward.
All of this purposeful cleaning sets the stage for a fun Fling, “which can manifest as a real fling or a playful, loving, and thoughtful phase with your current partner. Every relationship endures different weather, and the forecast is sunny in March!”
Earth signs – Taurus, Virgo, Capricorn
Aquarius, Give Desire, Intimacy and Independence
Aquarian energy increases in Earth signs this month and can be seen as a real encounter with someone who displays the principles of water management or the personal path of the sign’s lifestyle, which takes the truth forward.
“Maybe you want to reinvent the way your love life feels. We all change, and our relationships have to bend and grow with us, or they become restrictive and fragile,” says Ward.
You note that clarity and desire are the cornerstones of Earth children this month, and knowing what you want gives your love a purposeful channel.
“Give in to your true desires, the signs of the world, and let them lead you to what you need to change. Suppressing your needs for the sake of another is not easy.”
Ward asserts that magic is done through a bond that balances intimacy and independence.
“A relationship that has a lot of ‘wiggle room’ to change, evolve, make mistakes, grow, and learn.” This is your ultimate goal, and with honesty, renewal, and good communication, it can happen this March.”
Air signs – Gemini, Libra, Aquarius
Soul Mate, Show Your Life, Happily Ever After
March is a blessing for the air signs, as Ward predicts that the joy of love will increase.
“A soulmate situation with incredible power comes as a new bond or a new era within your existing connection. It may come in the form of a proposal, or it may be quiet and strong, a basic and secure force that makes you feel secure, making the relationship your ‘safe space,'” says Ward.
She notes that being open and honest with your partner about your individual dreams and aspirations and sharing them is key to deepening and deepening your connection.
“Paint a vision they don’t believe in, and you can start building together, one that will bring you closer than ever before. Romance is more than a routine. It’s the glue that builds a life together.”
Water signs – Cancer, Scorpio, Pisces
Best Friend, Heal a Broken Heart, Being Alone
Ward notes that this unholy trinity of cards suggests that the energy of separation is close to water signs.
“These cards show a phase of forced solitude and singleness that was needed but is now passing, although it’s long gone! March is like the last darkness before the dawn of a new dawn — even if you’re close to someone, you may feel a little lonely and in your thoughts. And that’s okay.”
He urges Pisces people to seek relationships with physical things in the coming weeks.
“Find someone who feels like a best friend. Don’t force love or fish for reassurance. Go where you feel safe, understood, loved, and listened to,” Ward told The Post. “And pour out your heart – this is the time to heal any old wounds or heartbreak.”
He shares that processing this pain in a dynamic way may provide new insights.
“Being alone is necessary, too, time to think and think and daydream and scratch the tender parts. Cry, grieve, think, atone, confess and release. March is a season of powerful change – for the better!”
Astrologer Reda Wigle researches and reports on planetary alignments and their influence on each zodiac sign. His horoscopes include history, poetry, pop culture, and personal experience. To book a reading, visit her website.
