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Things are not always what they seem.
By Ruby Miranda — Written on Feb 18, 2023
Three zodiac signs have rough weekly horoscopes starting February 19, 2023, and part of the problem is Mars.
Is there life on Mars? Well, maybe not on the planet itself, but Mars definitely has an effect on the lives being lived down here on our little blue-green planet, Earth.
Why single Mars out like this? Because during the week of February 19 - 25, we will see more Mars transits than we might ever want to see, and in all honesty, none of them are that beneficial. In other words, if you are one of the signs that reacts poorly to Mars transits, then this week may not be your best.
Almost every day this week contains a Mars transit, ranging from Moon trine, square and sextile Mars, to Mercury trine Mars, midweek. We're looking at a lot of hostility, a lot of self-doubting, a few unwarranted accusations (fun!) and because the vibe of the week is akin to 'go big or go home' we'll be joined by Pluto, as the Moon in harmony Pluto and square Pluto. It's as if the general of the army, Mars, wasn't doing a good enough job so they brought in the secret weapon, Pluto.
The problems this week come from us, not from external sources. Mars really taps into our emotional stability; we think we're stronger than we are during Mars transits, and because of that, we act in ways that may not be safe, of advice, or even healthy. So let's put our collective hive mind together and 'pray' that the three zodiac signs in astrology who will be most affected by this week's harsh transits will rise above the noise.
The 3 zodiac signs with rough weekly horoscopes For February 19 - 25, 2023:
1. Aries
(March 21 - April 19)
Ordinarily, you'd fare just fine with the many Mars transits ahead of you, but it's the placement of those transits and the fact that Pluto is in there, disrupting things that take your week and throttles it around for you. During this time, you may see that you are a bit 'testy.'
All it takes is for someone to tap you on the shoulder, and if they catch you at the wrong time, you may just reel around and slug them — well, not really, but you'll want to. No physical violence is actually happening, but that doesn't mean you're not having fantasies about putting a certain someone in their place.
You are smart enough to know that this kind of anger will burn you up and make you feel awful, but you just can't help yourself, and with Pluto pushing your patience to the limit, you may just end up blowing up at someone who does not deserve your ire.
2. Leo
(July 23 - August 22)
You could go either way, this week, Leo, meaning that you have the choice as to which direction you wish to direct your anger and negativity. During any other week, you're as magnanimous as the sun itself, but there are occasions where that Sun is eclipsed by your ego, and during this week, February 19 - 25, you'll experience one such eclipse...and it won't be astrological. It may have everything to do with astrology, but you are the one who chooses to go down whatever path you're about to go down.
Mars energy either charges you up and gets you ready for something major, or it works on your nervous system, making you feel on edge and jittery for no reason at all. Dealing with your feelings this week is going to be a toughie, as there are many emotions rising to the surface, and all of them will have to be dealt with.
3. Capricorn
(December 22 - January 19)
You may find that you put undue stress on yourself this week, Capricorn, as you simply can't find the door to forgiveness, and because of that, you end up beating yourself up emotionally. You've been doing the work of healing yourself from the old wounds inflicted, and you know that it's probably not a good idea to think about the past, 24-7, and so you make the effort to change. However, Mars is a very strict planet and when it transits in the way it will be doing so this week, it might just put you back in your place.
There is a feeling of being stuck in a turn this week, and you won't be able to shake it. You may resort to rash measures, but be very careful to not end up self-destructing. Mars-Pluto energy, when placed together like this, can turn a Capricorn's world upside down. Remember who you are and fight this.
Ruby Miranda interprets I Ching, Tarot, Runes, and Astrology. She gives private readings and has worked as an intuitive reader for over 20 years.