MERCURY ENTERS PISCES:

On Monday February 3^rd at 6:38 P.M. EST until Wednesday March 4^th at 6:08 A.M. EST the planet that rules our thoughts, speech and reasoning abilities will travel through this Neptune-ruled sign. This is not the most realistic of placements and it would be wise to clarify things and not assume that you understand exactly what is being said. You must double check all paperwork and contracts or you could easily miss some small point that could cost you dearly in the future. Mercury will retrograde in this sign on February 18^th, and that will increase the need for attention to details. This can be a very pleasant transit that can be calming on your mind and nerves, but only if you are in a position of stability and can relax into this. With too much on your mind or vital issues that require a great deal of mental activity it may be hard to enjoy a day in nature if you’re worried about something that may or may not be within your power to change.

As with all Neptunian issues, this can be confusing or spiritual in its nature. It has much to do with how you approach it and what your goal is. Pisces can be a healing energy and you can reach out to others in a compassionate and therapeutic way with your words and ideas. Be gentle and soothing and you may be able to make someone feel the compassionate balm they need. But also keep an eye on what is said and the underlying meaning. There can be moments of dishonesty and it’s a good idea to double check facts before committing to something. Not all things will be as they seem and it’s important to distinguish between illusion and reality, even while you are trying to aid others. Don’t let fears prevent you from being compassionate, but don’t let your desire to help blind you to assuming everyone is feeling the same way. A little common sense will go a long way.