Ep 13. March Astrology and The Divine Feminine
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Hello and welcome to Radiance, the podcast. My name is Irene, and I'm your host. This podcast is devoted to the illumination and liberation of the feminine. I strive to bring conversations about death, rebirth, transformation, and cosmic events. One of the cosmic events I study is astrology—what’s happening in the skies right now.
We are in March of 2025, and this is a powerful month astrologically. So much is happening, making it a significant time for healing and transformation. I will break down these events, offering you information, practices, and tools to navigate this transition with ease and grace. One of the biggest themes right now is rest—this is a great teacher for us all.
March began with Venus in retrograde on March 1st. Venus, the planet of love, beauty, connection, romance, and relationships, is now on a journey into the underworld. When Venus goes retrograde, she undergoes a deep transformation.
This journey mirrors the myth of the goddess Inanna, the queen of the heavens and the stars, who descends into the underworld. She is stripped of her royal garments and jewelry, left naked to face her dark, shadowy counterpart—her sister, Ereshkigal. This myth reflects the process of integrating our own shadows. Venus’ cycle mirrors this, as she disappears from the evening sky for 40 days before re-emerging as the morning star. This celestial dance represents our collective journey into the underworld—a time for deep self-reflection and transformation.
As a collective, we are experiencing this descent. When we find ourselves blaming others or external circumstances, it's an invitation to turn inward and examine what aspects of ourselves we are rejecting. This is the essence of shadow work—acknowledging and integrating the parts of ourselves we have deemed unacceptable. Often, these are our most primal, untamed energies—our raw power. Venus also governs sexual energy, and society has long corrupted our understanding of it. In truth, sexual energy is one of the most potent and healing forces available to us. Orgasms, for example, activate our entire energetic system, opening up channels of joy and lifeforce energy. This is why self-pleasure and embodiment are vital during this Venus retrograde.
Venus is retrograding in Aries, a fire sign. Venus typically embodies softness and sensuality, but in Aries, she takes on the archetype of the fierce warrior goddess—bold, direct, and self-assured. This transit encourages us to examine where we are giving away our power in relationships and how we can reclaim our autonomy.
This retrograde is also linked to the ongoing eclipse cycle in the Aries-Libra axis, which has been unfolding over the past 18 months. Aries represents the self, individuality, and leadership, while Libra represents relationships and harmony. This is a time of balancing these energies—understanding our personal needs while remaining in healthy, reciprocal relationships.
On March 14th, Mercury also goes retrograde in Aries. Mercury, the messenger of the gods, governs communication, thoughts, and information. When Mercury retrogrades, it retraces its steps, offering us an opportunity for review and integration. This is a time for soul retrieval—recovering lost aspects of ourselves and bringing them into alignment.
With both Venus and Mercury retrograde in Aries, the theme of authentic leadership is emphasized. We are being asked to slow down, revisit past situations, and refine how we assert ourselves in the world. Aries energy wants to move quickly, but this retrograde period encourages us to be deliberate and introspective.
March also brings two eclipses, which always occur in pairs. These powerful cosmic events catalyze major shifts.
The first eclipse, a total lunar eclipse, happens on March 13th in Virgo. Lunar eclipses bring culmination, release, and shadow integration. Virgo is the sign of purification, healing, and mastery. This eclipse invites us to cleanse—physically, emotionally, and spiritually. It’s a potent time for detoxing, whether through diet, emotional processing, or energetic clearing. Gentle healing practices such as herbal support, Epsom salt baths, and self-inquiry are recommended.
Virgo's shadow side involves perfectionism and control. This eclipse is an opportunity to release these tendencies and surrender to the divine flow (Pisces, Virgo’s opposite sign). Pisces reminds us of our interconnectedness—that we are all one. In healing, individuation is necessary, but ultimately, the spiritual journey leads us back to unity consciousness.
Another major transition this month is Neptune’s movement from Pisces to Aries at the end of March. Neptune takes approximately 186 years to complete its cycle, making this a rare and profound shift. Neptune in Pisces has amplified the spiritual awakening of recent years. As it enters Aries, we will see a rebirth—a new cycle of consciousness and leadership emerging.
The second eclipse, a partial solar eclipse, occurs on March 29th in Aries. This marks the final eclipse in the Aries-Libra series, emphasizing self-leadership and heart-centered action. Aries energy pushes us forward, calling us to lead with authenticity, courage, and love. True leadership comes from the heart—when we say “I am,” we instinctively point to our chest. We are being called to embody heart-centered leadership, rooted in compassion and integrity.
March is an incredibly potent month for healing, transformation, and rebirth. We are shedding old layers, reclaiming lost parts of ourselves, and stepping into our power. I encourage you to rest, reflect, and embrace the opportunities for growth that arise.
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