The Total Blood Moon Eclipse In Virgo
Astrology by Lisa Stardust
The collective sentiment of winter 2025 is chaotic due to the political events that are happening worldwide and the astrology that propels it forward. One of the last cosmic shifts we are experiencing this season is the lunar eclipse that commences on March 13th at 11:54 PM PT and March 14th at 2:54 AM ET in Virgo. The total lunar eclipse, which is also touted as a Blood Moon due to its orange/reddish color, allows us to see things on a different scale. It will give us a more demure and mindful view of how we feel about situations, aiding us to comprehend the best ways to assert justice and take our power back. The lunation is also urging us to create daily rituals for ourselves that encourage us to focus on mending our body, soul, mind, and heart.
The eclipse connects with Mars in Cancer, Saturn in Pisces, Uranus in Taurus, Neptune in Pisces, and the Nodes of Destiny. However, the Sun and Moon directly aspects Uranus, urging us to break out of situations that no longer serve our higher selves. Most likely, this will be a bad habit that we’ve been trying to kick for some time or a healthy routine we want to take on (from Mars and Saturn’s presence). The caveat is that we are hesitating in the evolutionary state (due to Neptune’s fog) and wish to find unconventional ways to augment our lives. Perhaps we should start leaning into our true selves by acknowledging what is in our hearts to understand our needs and desires. Embracing our individuality allows us to be stronger and confident, giving us the ability to make the necessary adjustments that we long for in time.
The wonderful fixed star Alkes links up with the Virgo Moon, bringing a pleasant experience to the overall energy of the lunation. We won’t feel blindsighted by anything that is revealed since the lunar eclipse urges us to look within. Alkes is a beneficial star that offers us compassion and clarity about our purpose in the season of retrogrades and misinformation.
The following day, on March 15, Mercury begins its retrograde journey in Aries. The reason why this is extremely important is that the planetary ruler of the Virgo Moon is Mercury. Therefore, we will feel unsure about our emotions or unable to make certain movements during the eclipse. Remember that this isn't the time to decide about the present or future because Venus is Retrograde and Mars is in it’s post-retrograde stage. Adding Mercury's pending retrograde blends in ambiguity and distorted information. It’s hard to figure out the truth now. The best way to handle this energy is to journal our feelings because it'll help us find ways to better understand our emotions. As a result, might even come to conclusions about the past and heal old wounds.
Try to be gentle with yourself and others, as the Virgo lunar energy is releasing former issues and rehabilitating our spirit. Listen to your body and remain in the moment. Don't overthink, and trust the process. We are on the road to recovery.