Embracing the Aries Solar Eclipse: The Call of the Spiritual Warrior
On March 29, 2025, at 6:58 AM EDT, we will experience a New Moon partial Solar Eclipse at 9° Aries. This powerful eclipse invites us to revisit and reinforce lessons from the past, calling for reflection and recalibration. However, it’s not just the eclipse that’s prompting us to take stock; we are also under the influence of Mercury and Venus, both retrograde at this time. And the synchronicity here is striking, as Mercury and Venus were conjunct at 9 and 10 degrees Aries—the same degree as this eclipse—when they stationed retrograde.
Adding to the cosmic backdrop, Neptune sits at the aneretic (29°) degree of Pisces, and both Venus and Mercury will touch this sensitive degree: Venus on March 28, the day before the eclipse, and Mercury on March 30, the day after.
This moment offers us a unique opportunity to get our ducks in a row before the major planetary shifts of 2026, when Neptune, Saturn, and Uranus will permanently transition into their new signs—ushering in a new era of significant transformation in the cosmos, with fire and air signs dominating.
However, the Solar Eclipse on March 29, 2025, brings a potent blend of Piscean (water) and Arian (fire) energies, urging us to tap into both our fiery imagination and our watery intuition as we navigate our paths forward. This eclipse marks a turning point as we stand on the precipice of a shift from a cosmos dominated by water and earth energies to one led by fire and air. It is a powerful call to activate the balance of our Spiritual Warrior, blending equal parts:
Fight with surrender
Strength and courage with intuition and compassion
Information and creativity with clarity
Love and understanding with healthy boundaries
During this period of reflection we ask ourselves- What have I been thinking (Mercury) or feeling (Venus) that still requires further information or courage to address?
Key Aspects During This Eclipse:
Mars (22° Cancer) and Chiron (22° Aries) Square
Chiron (22° Aries) and Uranus (24° Taurus) Semi-sextile
Chiron (22° Aries) and Saturn (24° Pisces) Semi-sextile
Uranus (24° Taurus) and Saturn (24° Pisces) Sextile
Mars (22° Cancer) and Uranus (24° Taurus) Sextile
Mars (22° Cancer) and Saturn (24° Pisces) Trine
These aspects offer a blend of tension and harmony, acting like the mortar (a container) and the pestle (the rub) that help us refine our approach and discover the personal sweet spot where our Spiritual Warrior can thrive.
Aspect Details
Mars square Chiron: The Healing Rub
The square between Mars and Chiron brings an intense clash between our drive to push forward and the lingering wounds that need attention. This aspect invites us to explore how our desire and willpower can lead us to healing. While we may feel the urge to charge ahead, circumstances might require us to pause and address past wounds. This is a time to refine our efforts, blending the impulse to enact change with surrender, in order to create space for healing and a shift in our understanding.
Chiron’s Semi-Sextile with Uranus and Saturn: Minor Yet Significant Pushes
Chiron’s semi-sextiles with both Uranus and Saturn present subtle yet potent opportunities for growth. Semi-sextiles, while minor, can either feel annoying or mildly positive, but they hold the potential for significant personal growth. With these aspects it is encouraged that we remain open and flexible as we navigate life’s complexities.
Chiron and Uranus
Uranus urges us to explore unconventional methods and breakthrough solutions for issues that have long lingered beneath the surface. This aspect inspires a desire to break free from old patterns and societal constraints, nudging us toward a more progressive approach to self-care and well-being.
Chiron and Saturn
Saturn calls for structure, discipline, and foundation-building, yet also urging us to approach our wounds with compassion and self-love. This aspect invites us to blend tenderness with discipline, creating a steady and supportive framework for healing.
Uranus Sextile Saturn: Bridging Tradition and Innovation
The sextile between Uranus and Saturn creates an opportunity to harmonize the old and the new. This is an aspect that invites us to blend tradition with innovation, allowing fresh perspectives to meld with wisdom and experience. It’s a powerful opportunity to bridge divergent points of view and create connections between what’s evolving and what’s established.
Mars Sextile Uranus: Stirring Up Change for a Greater Good
The Mars sextile Uranus aspect is a powerful force for shaking up the status quo and stirring dissent. This energy often drives us to challenge existing or emerging social patterns that limit individual freedom, pushing for progress and innovation. It's a call to disrupt outdated structures and spark change for the collective benefit.
During this time, you may feel a strong urge to communicate your ideas and stand up for your beliefs.
However, with the energy of this eclipse in play, it’s important to approach these discussions with a mindset of refinement rather than confrontation. While Uranus and Mars fuel intellectual and action-oriented energy, we must be mindful not to become so focused on the ideas themselves that we overlook the emotional nuances at play.
The drive for change is potent, but it’s essential to maintain balance. Use this moment to refine your thoughts and express your perspectives with empathy, understanding that true progress comes not just from intellectual breakthroughs but from an emotional and compassionate connection to others.
Mars Trine Saturn: Steady Strength and Perseverance
The trine between Mars and Saturn provides us with the endurance, patience, and determination to take on even the hardest tasks. This aspect gifts us with the ability to work diligently toward our goals without becoming distracted or discouraged. It is an energy of quiet strength and efficient progress—perfect for tackling long-term projects and maintaining momentum.
Final Thoughts
This eclipse period is not just a time for reflection; it’s a powerful invitation to activate or redefine our inner Spiritual Warrior—the part of us that blends fierce action with compassionate wisdom. With the unique mix of Arian and Piscean energies, we are being called to harness the strength and empathy this eclipse offers and harmoniously embody its energy. This eclipse provides the opportunity to heal, grow, and strike the delicate balance necessary to move forward more authentically and effortlessly on our personal journeys.
As this cosmic dance continues to unfold, here are some important dates to note:
May 26, 2024 -June 10, 2025: Jupiter transverses Gemini (air)
March 31, 2025 - October 23, 2025: Neptune transits Aries (fire)
April 18, 2025: Mercury returns to Aries post-retrograde (fire)
April 19, 2025: Mars returns to Leo post-retrograde (fire)
May 1, 2025: Venus returns to Aries post-retrograde (fire)
May 25, 2025 - September 2, 2025: Saturn dips into Aries (fire)
July 8, 2025 - November 7, 2025: Uranus enters Gemini (air)
January 27, 2026: Neptune moves permanently into Aries (fire)
February 14, 2026: Saturn relocates into Aries (fire)
April 26, 2026: Uranus ingresses into Gemini (air)
Happy Eclipse Season,
Brenda