​© Jennifer Elen Brid, 2026. Unauthorized use or duplication of this material without express and written permission from the author/owner is strictly prohibited. Excerpts may be used, provided that full and clear credit is given to this writer with appropriate and specific direction to the document containing the original content.

Greetings, lovely souls!

Today is a hugely significant day astrologically. Mars is currently at 29 degrees of Pisces, the last sign of the Zodiac, before moving into its home sign of ARIES later today. We are in for a momentous "rush forward" collectively (as Rick Levine put it) - a flood of energy, passion, and drive.

But first, a bit about Mars at 29 Pisces...

As the final sign of the Zodiac - the sign that holds the energies of all the signs in its cosmic wombspace of release and endings, "All Is One" consciousness, deep compassion, and memory - you might find yourself feeling sentimental as something from the past comes back to greet you one last time.

It takes Mars about 2 years to travel the Zodiac, so Mars arrives at 29 Pisces ever 2 years give or take. So what makes today's shift from Pisces into Aries so pivotal?
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The still-active Saturn-Neptune conjunction at 0 degrees Aries, or Zero Point, sets the stage for a different stage that's set entirely (and that's probably a vast understatement!). This is the Big Bang point of the Zodiac - the point of brave new beginnings, where we are unafraid to charge forward with our goals and aspirations. Though Saturn and Neptune have moved on from 0 Aries, to 2 and 6 degrees Aries respectively, the energy of their conjunction at 0 sets a tone that any transiting planet activates.

Because this energy is one that quite literally set the stage for the birth of Western civilization at the Neolithic Revolution, Mars arriving at this point lights a torch that ignites this potential into its earliest stages of outward manifestation. All the pieces are there; it's Mars at that point in its home sign that sets more pivotal events into motion, and quickly. ​

When Mars is in Aries, we feel a sudden burst of energy again; as if all the free-floating, confusion, and potential ennui of Mars in Pisces has disappeared and we are ready to tackle life full-on. Aries is the Warrior sign, and Mars the warrior planet is its ruler. Mars is vitality, passion, courage, and zest for life. It's also anger, aggression, insensitivity, and toxic Masculine tendencies. 

At the beginning of this new 2-year Mars cycle, we are likely to feel a lot of reignited drive to accomplish goals. It's always easier to get started when the cardinal signs are activated (Aries, Cancer, Libra, Capricorn). On the flip side, Aries can be impulsive, prone to impatience coupled with anger when things aren't moving fast enough or going a certain way. 

I'd love to tell you that this particular Mars transit is sunshine and roses - "Full steam ahead! YAY!" But alas, the Cosmos has some other growth in store for us this time around.

Remember my mention of the Saturn-Neptune conjunction, with both planets still in the early degrees of Aries? When Mars meets up with these planets - first Neptune, then Saturn - we're due for some challenges, followed by epiphanies and breakthroughs if we do the required work.

I plan to break down MARS-SATURN in subsequent posts, but for now, let's talk about the upcoming MARS-NEPTUNE conjunction at 2 degrees Aries, exact APRIL 13.

​MARS-NEPTUNE: A Mastodon sliding down a slushy hill...

This might sound like a strange analogy. But it's exactly the imagery I was given when meditating on how to best describe this conjunction. A mastodon: primal, massive, so much strength and force. But when that primal energy (Mars!) meets with Neptune (slippery slope, clouded circumstances, next steps being "unclear," can't get the kind of traction you wish you could), an entirely different approach is required. 

Think about skiing, snowboarding, or hiking down such terrain. You are in a dance with the elements. Sometimes the elements win. But if you want to navigate it as successfully as possible, hopefully arriving at the bottom of the hill on your feet and ready for the Next Big Adventure having come through another necessary rite of passage (it's coming, believe me), you've got to clear this strangeness first. This is going to feel a little like Mercury or Mars retrograde - best-laid plans going out the window in terms of best approach, or the realization that what you thought you were after isn't quite where you need to be. 

The strategy? Imagine yourself careening down that hill, eyes locked on the target, focus sharp. The slush beneath you makes the journey unpredictable, but you can utilize intelligence, instinct/intuition, and quick reflexes to navigate the wonk (and wonk it will be, especially if you have personal planets near 2 degrees of the cardinal signs mentioned earlier, or perhaps even the late degrees of the mutable signs of Sagittarius, Gemini, and Virgo). You are in relationship with what's happening around you, bringing your willpower and ability to respond effectively to any situation. 

This is true alchemical power. This is you embodying the Sorcerer/Sorceress, tapping your inherent Divine ability to shape your reality. A part of the growth opportunity of this conjunction is realizing that sometimes we must relinquish control to forces we don't understand. We have to let go. We have to trust. And when we do, miraculous things can happen!

Suggested activities for blowing that Martian steam and channeling your energy into something useful, productive, and magical: 

• Long workouts that help activate focus and intuitive spark
• Yoga
• Breathwork
• Drumming, alone or in a drum circle
• Dance (think ecstatic dance especially!)
• Any kind of jam session
• Deep spiritual work
• Deep immersions into nature and adventure (double-check details and logistics - left-braining doesn't work so well when Neptune/Pisces energy is strong)

This conjunction is excellent for channeling physical energy, drive, or frustration/anger into something spiritual or artistic.

Become one with the Force. Feel the Force flow through you!

Here's a brief overview this month's Mars transits - impassioned, supercharged, gloves off and ready to roll! 
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• April 9: Mars enters Aries through May 18
• April 13: Mars conjunct Neptune, 2 degrees Aries. A 2-year cycle of passionate, spiritually-inspired and creative action begins!
• April 16: Mars sextile Pluto, 5 degrees Aries/Aquarius. Wonderful for channeling willpower and desire into something far-reaching and potent. Impassioned, revolutionary energies. Empowered change that feels good...but this coincides with the SUN-CHIRON conjunction at 26 Aries. Painful triggers may come up, but the Mars-Pluto influence lends the courage and fortitude we need for healing, empowerment, and autonomy. You are the most powerful creator in your life!
• April 17: Side-mention of the ARIES NEW MOON at 27 degrees. The aspects on April 16 and 19 respectively play a major role in the new beginnings we experience now! Watch this space for more.
• April 19: Mars conjunct Saturn, 7 degrees Aries. A new 2-year cycle of sustained effort, stamina, and willpower channeled into a bigger goal. Delays and frustration are normal, as is flares of anger and impatience at perceived roadblocks. Success over the coming months and years is determined by your ability to show up consistently, never losing sight of the goal and putting in the elbow grease required for success. Old systems breaking, fracture points literally and metaphorically. Watch for anger manifesting as physical injury or accidents. We won't get what you want overnight because there are other lessons to be learned, and strength to be cultivated. Don't tousle with authority in battles you aren't likely to win; be smart and think long haul. 
• April 20: Mercury conjunct Mars, 8 degrees Aries. Intense mental activity. Passionate (or angry) exchange of ideas. Violent ideologies manifesting as physical confrontation. A fabulous time to get working on a project you've been procrastinating on, so long as you see it as a long-term project that will reap big rewards with time. This coincides with the Mars-Saturn conjunction. Don't buy into limiting thoughts and opinions - set the course, do the work, see it done!

How are you experiencing the energies this week? Let us know in the comments! Press on, fellow Star Travelers...

With bright blessings and love always, 

Jennifer Elen Bríd


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​© Jennifer Elen Brid, 2026. Unauthorized use or duplication of this material without express and written permission from the author/owner is strictly prohibited. Excerpts may be used, provided that full and clear credit is given to this writer with appropriate and specific direction to the document containing the original content.