March Eclipses: Aquarius

March contains two eclipses: a solar eclipse on March 8 and a lunar eclipse on March 23. Each sign responds to the eclipses slightly differently, but in general eclipses mark beginnings and endings, and often shed a new light on aspects in our lives.

AQUARIUS REACTIONS TO THE SOLAR & LUNAR ECLIPSES

AQUARIUS' SOLAR ECLIPSE: 😶💰

You’ve got money on your mind with the March 8 solar eclipse. Perhaps a new source of income is coming into your life, or you’ve lost one. You started a project or a job about a year ago, and this month you’re thinking about the change in your pocket from this venture. You’re not usually the type to go googly eyes for materialistic things, Aquarius, but this month has you thinking more practically about your financial health. It also is a good time to check in on the possessions that bring value to your life. You may feel compelled to buy things you normally see no purpose for, or alternatively give away bags and bags of clothing because they don’t bring joy to your life (holla Marie Kondo).

AQUARIUS' LUNAR ECLIPSE: SYMPATHY FOR THE DEVIL(‘S ADVOCATE).

Another fuckin eclipse. We know. You can close your wallet for this one, because the lunar eclipse in Libra will affect the way you learn, not the way you count your dolla bills. The intense energy of the Libra lunar eclipse will bring balance to an intellectual pursuit in your life. As the most intellectual sign of the zodiac, you are extremely passionate about a few issues that you know are affecting many many people in this world. This lunar eclipse could have you playing Devil’s advocate, and in turn will allow you to grow intellectually in ways you weren’t expecting. Maybe you realize how important it is to travel, to interact with new cultures in order to grow in the way you’d like. The energy of this eclipse inspires you with a new philosophical pursuit, or a different and very rewarding understanding of something you’re already passionate about. And if anyone can vibe on that energy, it’s you.

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Why Beyoncé's “Formation” Had to Come Out During Aquarius Season

Aquarius is the genius of the zodiac -- revolutionary ideas and shaking up the status quo are concepts deeply entrenched in this air sign’s ideals. Aquarius loves to constantly learn, teach and take what we consider to be unchangeable truths and view them through a new lens.

Pop culture can be revolutionary, too, and this year’s sun in Aquarius brought a new deluge of discussions about race and blackness in America to the top of our news feeds. This in itself is nothing new; the Black Lives Matters movement has decidedly shifted the topics from taboo to necessary and this time around, the dialogue centered around Beyoncé’s latest music video and single, “Formation.” 

Beyoncé, famous for being in control of her image and keeping her opinions under wraps (the woman is a Virgo, can we blame her?) dropped the deeply political video the day before she was set to perform at the Super Bowl’s Halftime Show. 

Predictably, the Internet went into a frenzy, but this was more than a typical update from the elusive Unofficial Queen of the World. The beautifully shot video is full of striking imagery: Beyoncé lays upon a sinking New Orleans police car.

A small boy in a black hoodie (the same article of clothing that sealed Trayvon Martin’s fate in 2012 at the hands of George Zimmerman) and police in riot gear raise their arms, evoking “Hands Up, Don’t Shoot,” the rally cry of those who protested the murder of unarmed Michael Brown in August of 2014. 

Blue Ivy Carter wears her hair naturally and is seen in moments of genuine play. Beyoncé dances around a southern gothic home while singing praises of her black features. When Beyoncé speaks, the world falls silent and takes notes. Her influence is undeniable and the fact that she is using it to spread this message of black power--as well as black suffering--is monumental.  

February's New Moon in Aquarius fell on Super Bowl Sunday, bringing with it a powerful surge for ethical grounding. Once again Beyoncé’s performance feels very much in alignment with the New Moon’s intentions to highlight what is chaining us and as well as how to break free. 

Rather than cynically second-guessing a pop artist's every move, the New Moon in Aquarius urges us to look at the bigger picture and recognize an opportunity for us all to engage in a critical moment. With 111.9 million mesmerized viewers watching (it is Queen B, after all), Beyoncé commanded the country with a group of dancers, all black women with natural hair, wearing outfits reminiscent of the Black Panthers of the 1960s.

With their fists raised, it’s clear that this Aquarius season is bringing with it a powerful message: change is inevitable and necessary and we’re in the midst of its electric grasp, whether you like it or not.

NEW YEARS RESOLUTION: AQUARIUS

Be Patient.

Aquarius, always remember that you’re operating 50 years before the rest of the world. You’re thinking about the big picture, and what’s fair and just seems so obvious to you… while everyone else is taking forever to figure it out. Your fashion sense perfectly captures your DGAF attitude, because you know that in a few years everyone will catch on to what you’ve been doing for years. It’s hard for you to remember, Aquarius, that it takes time for culture to shift and for change to come. Your 2016 resolution: be patient with people who may not understand where you are coming from. They eventually will. Recognize that you’re on the pulse of what’s next. It’s no use stubbornly working yourself up to make your point with people who just don’t get it. You have the gift of progress, and find in that the art of love.

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Interaction Each Sign is Likely to Have with a Libra

We good, bro?

ARIES: LIBRA TALKS ARIES OUT OF MAKING A TERRIBLE DECISION.

TAURUS: REDECORATE THE APARTMENT TOGETHER AND THEN GO WINE TASTING.

GEMINI: MEET FOR LUNCH, END UP AT A GRAND BALL, MAKE 1000 NEW FRIENDS.

CANCER: LIBRA MAKES CANCER CRY FROM LOGIC, FEELS BAD. (BUT NOT THAT BAD. COME ON, CANCER.)

LEO: TOGETHER TURN A BORING WORK EVENT INTO A DANCE PARTY.

VIRGO: CHEER EACH OTHER UP WITH COMPLIMENTS.

LIBRA: ENCOUNTER AT A CAFE TURNS INTO A 5 HOUR CONVERSATION, ASKED TO LEAVE BY CLOSING STAFF.

SCORPIO: LIBRA GETS LOST IN SCORPIO'S EYES.

SAGITTARIUS: DOMINATE THE CONVERSATION AT A DINNER PARTY.

CAPRICORN: LIBRA STARES INTO SPACE WHILE CAPRICORN TALKS ABOUT WORK.

AQUARIUS: AQUARIUS OFFENDS LIBRA'S BOSS. LIBRA DIES INSIDE.

PISCES: GET REALLY HIGH AND TALK ABOUT DREAMS.

What Motivates Each Sign?

With the beginning of Libra season fresh on our minds, we've been thinking about why each sign behaves the way it does. What makes a Libra indecisive? Or an Aries so competitive? Or a PIsces seem like they just walked off a spaceship onto our planet? Find out what motivates each sign below.

ARIES: WINNING

TAURUS: OWNING FANCY SHIT

GEMINI: ENTERTAINING YOU

CANCER: PROTECTING THEMSELVES & LOVED ONES

LEO: BEING THE CENTER OF ATTENTION

VIRGO: PERFECTION. DOWN TO EVERY LAST DETAIL

LIBRA: FAIRNESS & BALANCE

SCORPIO: POWER

SAGITTARIUS: LEARNING ABOUT THE WORLD & ITS PEOPLE

CAPRICORN: TRADITIONAL VALUES - HARD WORK, MARRIAGE, FAMILY

AQUARIUS: PROGRESSING HUMANITY

PISCES: WHATEVER LAST NIGHT'S DREAM TOLD THEM TO DO