Daily astrology forecast for March 22: The Moon... sings retro and makes squares
- Analysis by Vasilios Takos -Today's astrological atmosphere feels like that dream where you wake up unsure if you were on a beach or at a meeting with aliens. The Moon is playing strange games with us today, as it moves away from Neptune's mist, approaches a square with the Sun, and flirts with retrograde Venus and Mercury. All this, just before it dims its light. If it seems like a lot, wait... we're not done. Late at night, we also have an explosive Sun - retrograde Venus conjunction. Good luck!
We start the day with a Moon detaching from Neptune’s square, like getting up from a dream couch and realizing that reality has expiration dates, appointments, and unanswered messages. Your imagination might be galloping, to the point you believe you can solve problems with telepathy or read someone's mind – spoiler: you can't. The urge to daydream is strong, and it's not necessarily a bad thing, as long as you don’t send an email to your boss with a unicorn emoji.
The problem is that you might feel “awake” while you’ve actually slipped into a sweet illusion. You might think you’ve resolved an issue, when you’ve just dressed it in pink clouds and glitter. So, today is not the day for life-changing decisions – no, it’s not a good moment to quit your job and open an ice cream shop in Ikaria. Leave Excel for tomorrow, and the decisions for Monday.
There’s a muffled sound from the past playing louder today. Old wounds, childhood habits, forgotten prejudices – they all raise their heads, like old cassette tapes pulled from a drawer. The influence of the aspect is so subtle that you might feel something but can’t put it into words. For some, it may awaken more metaphysical tendencies, like “should I learn tarot?” Go ahead, just not in the middle of work.
And since we’re talking about “immersion,” this transit isn’t friendly for those with issues around addiction. The pull toward escapism is strong – and if you’re not into wine or substances, you might eat the entire tray of pastitsio or binge three seasons of a show without a breath. The Moon combined with these aspects says, “do it to escape,” but the question is: where is this journey taking you?
As the day progresses, little issues in your daily routine that you've been ignoring are now winking provocatively at you. From the washing machine that squeaks like a spaceship to your partner who suddenly sounds like they’re in therapy – everything demands your attention. It's like the universe is saying, “before you escape, tidy up your home – literally and metaphorically.”
And as if that wasn’t enough, the Moon forms a square with retrograde Venus and Mercury. Meaning, the heart wants one thing, but the mouth says another. Communication today resembles a 1990s phone line – full of static. If you feel the need to express yourself, do it, but with tenderness and awareness that the other might not understand what you’re trying to say, because you’re not even sure yourself.
The retrograde Venus-Sun conjunction late at night acts like a plot twist episode in a series. Inner tensions you didn’t want to see now appear before you with Hollywood lighting. You might feel like supporting your loved ones, but be careful not to do it so tightly that you resemble a GPS that can’t be turned off.
Memories today emerge like old photographs scented with jasmine and childhood innocence. You want to be around people who make you feel safe, tell stories, cook something your grandmother used to make. All of that is lovely – as long as you don’t turn into an emotional squirrel hoarding old feelings instead of nuts. Enjoy it, but with balance.
Watch your food and drink intake – the urge for excess is at its peak. It’s not a bad idea to say "no" to that third piece of cake, even if it’s calling your name. Discipline today seems to be fading out.
Your communication with others takes its own path – sometimes calm like a harbor, other times stormy like a Twitter argument. If you have something to say, say it with love and clarity. If you bottle up complaints, they’ll come out later in a way that not even you will understand. Others might say things you don’t want to hear, but listen anyway. It’s a day for clearing the air, like an internal general service check.
The day may make you a bit emotionally sensitive. You want to share, to love, to create. It’s a wonderful moment to engage in something creative – from painting to baking cookies. And yes, your popularity is rising. If you’re a woman, you might feel like a magnet. If you’re a man, like you just walked out of a perfume commercial. Use it for good, not to take revenge on that date who never showed up.
Today, the world seems brighter, people more interesting, and the present a bit more bearable. It’s a day to take it by the hand and say: “Let’s go for a walk with no GPS, and see where it leads us.” The more you flow with it, the more beautifully it unfolds.
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How the zodiac signs will be affected:
Aries: Today feels like a scene from an old western: the Moon yells “Get up, run!” but the other aspects whisper “Sit down, think.” You feel something pushing you toward action, but it’s not certain whether you should take the path of impulse or stay a bit longer on the couch of contemplation. Your inner fire, Aries, wants to restart everything, from work to love life, but today the Moon’s fog won’t let you see clearly. Your relationships – especially the close ones – may enter a small emotional whirlpool, not because there’s a problem, but because there’s a mix of feelings that brings up memories, fears, and existential thoughts. You want to say something important, but you're afraid it will be misunderstood. Neptune has made your soul more sensitive than a ‘90s film roll, and your emotional reactions might seem exaggerated – or just pull you away from logic. If you feel the need to isolate for a while, do it. Take a breath, look up, keep your spark alive and give yourself the chance to separate the “I want” from the “I’m carried away.” It's a day for emotional clearing, not for decisions like “I’m taking the first flight out of here.”
Taurus: You’re out walking in your familiar neighborhood, but everything feels a bit… foreign today. The Moon is playing with your imagination, retrograde Venus is making secret deals with the past, and Mercury drops small hints of miscommunication – and you’re trying to figure out whether all this is real or if you just ate too much last night. You feel an inner vagueness on all levels: at work, in relationships, even in your willingness to take care of yourself. Your mood goes up and down like a thermostat without batteries, and deep down you crave tenderness and warmth, but you might express it in a way that’s more... misunderstood than you think. Watch out for excess, especially in food, drink, or tendencies toward comfort spending – today it might seem reasonable to order a sofa online just because you felt lonely. Give your imagination room to express itself creatively, not consumeristically. Your relationships today need gentle tones, not ultimatums. Speak, but with understanding. Live, but without carrying the shadows of past situations like a backpack on your shoulders.
Gemini: Today’s mood feels like that moment when you hit “send” on a message and instantly regret it – only this time the “message” is your thoughts, your words, your emotions. Your inner tensions are front and center, not necessarily because something went wrong, but because your mind is moving at the speed of light and doesn’t have time to process what it feels. You’re more sensitive to others’ words, and your own might come across sharper than intended. The Moon brings you closer to your “inner self,” but in a version that feels like self-criticism in surround sound. You may feel the need to clarify relationships or speak your truth – do it, but without toxic doses of honesty. Retrograde Venus blurs emotions, and Mercury causes mental tongue-twisters, so don’t take everything as absolute. If you can, write, paint, talk to friends who get you. Spend your energy creatively – not on your nerves. And if you feel like you’re losing your logic, remember: it’s just your heart making noise so you’ll give it some space.
Cancer: Today, emotions are like waves: they arrive, retreat, return – and you’re trying to keep your boat steady without soaking your soul. The Moon, your “planetary mama,” is on an emotional rollercoaster with Neptune, the Sun, Venus, and Mercury, and you identify with every twist and turn. You feel the need to return to familiar, warm paths: a hug, a scent, a taste from childhood. You want to protect those you love, to care for them, to “build a little nest,” but at the same time you might be overwhelmed by emotional panic for no clear reason. Others may not understand you today – and that’s okay. What matters is that you understand what your soul needs. If you want to cry, cry. If you want to laugh for no reason, do it. Avoid excess in food or isolation, and don’t let the past steal your present. Speak, but also listen. Touch, but without suffocating. Love, without fear. Today, your inner world matters more than what the outside says.
Leo: Today, the king of the zodiac sits on his throne, but the crown slips a little to one side. Not because you aren’t radiant, but because your light is filtered through internal lenses that distort your image. The Moon is squaring almost everything and won’t let you enjoy your greatness as you deserve. Your confidence may have a small crack, like seeing your reflection in a funhouse mirror. Your relationships require attention, as others may see sides of you today that you didn’t want to reveal. You may feel the need to prove your worth or protect your ego from misunderstandings and distortions. And you know, Leo, no matter how much you want to shine, sometimes the strongest light is the one that shines silently. Don’t feel pressured to show or explain who you are – whoever sees, sees. If tensions rise, take a step back, relax, create something beautiful. Dance, sing, take care of your body. And remember, you don’t always have to be “on stage” to be the star of your day.
Virgo: The day starts like you woke up in a house that’s not yours – everything is familiar, but something doesn’t “click.” Your need for order and organization is receiving serious astrological interference today, and you may feel like reality is mocking you a bit. Every effort for logical thought or clear communication meets… murky waters, and your mind can’t line up your thoughts, let alone your to-do list. Some emotional confusion or misunderstandings with close people may disrupt your peace, but don’t try to fix everything today. It’s not the right day to deconstruct relationships or have heavy confrontations. If you feel something’s off, take notes. You’ll have a clearer view later. Be careful not to fall into the trap of hypercriticism – both toward others and yourself. Your body may be asking for rest or a small escape from routine. Give it what it needs without guilt. Dream a little, nurture your soul, and leave perfection for tomorrow.
Libra: Today's energy touches you like the faint scent of a perfume you're not sure you like or dislike. You crave peace, aesthetics, people with grace and elegance – but you find yourself in a world full of emotional slips and astrological noise. Retrograde Venus, your ruler, whispers from the past and brings you face-to-face with relationships that either need reassessment or were never truly finished. You are more vulnerable than you think, and words today may feel like grenades with bows – charming on the outside, explosive within. Communication with those close to you may bring truths to the surface, but not always in the gentlest way. Avoid the pink filter and see clearly – not to get hurt, but to care. Your creativity is at its peak – use it to express, to play, to find relief. Do something beautiful today, even if it’s just putting fresh flowers on your table. Beauty is always healing for you – and no, it’s not selfish to need it.
Scorpio: Days like this feel like your inner world is rehearsing for a David Lynch film. Emotion, instinct, desire, and fear dance before you without revealing the choreography. The Moon digs up parts of yourself that you had tucked away – and rightly so – but now they knock on your door with nostalgia or even demand. Retrograde Venus brings back people or feelings you thought you had moved past, while Mercury causes small misunderstandings that can ignite drama with just one word. Be careful where you channel your intensity – you might become harsh without reason or retreat into yourself because you don’t find a space to express. Still, this is a day for inner work, for honest observation. Instead of hiding, look a little deeper – not to punish yourself, but to understand. Today your intuition is an ally, but it needs to be filtered from fantasy. You are more sensitive than you appear, and that’s perhaps why you feel more vulnerable – but your strength lies exactly there: in seeing yourself without a mask and accepting it with tenderness.
Sagittarius: Today puts a psychological GPS in your hands, sending you to destinations you hadn’t planned for and don’t quite know how to handle. With the Moon playing chess with the Sun, Venus, and Mercury, your mind travels, but your soul asks for grounding. Your emotional needs aren’t easily expressed today – maybe because even you aren’t quite sure what exactly you’re looking for. The desire to connect with others can be strong, but often comes with small misunderstandings or internal blocks. You want to speak, but something holds you back. You want to hug, but fear being misunderstood. If the urge to escape hits – in any form – do it in a way that fulfills you, not just distracts you. You may feel you have a psychological “weight” holding you back, but this is not an obstacle – it’s an invitation to introspection. Memories today act like a compass, but you must discern which direction is truly worth following. Your truth today lies not in external adventures, but in the small, quiet journeys toward yourself.
Capricorn: It’s like you’ve climbed to the highest point of the mountain only to suddenly find fog – that’s the feeling of today. You, who value clarity and practical results so much, find yourself on ground that’s more emotional and fluid than you’d prefer. The Moon makes you more receptive to internal messages, but doesn’t guarantee they’ll be easy to understand. Inner concerns may arise about relationships, home, or personal balance, pushing you to see things more emotionally than usual. You might not admit it easily, but the need for connection – real, not just functional – is strong. Avoid the temptation to control everything around you today. Sometimes, letting emotions flow without trying to tame them is more beneficial than you think. Just be careful not to fall into the trap of emotional control or strictness toward people who don’t even know you’ve already made a plan in the Excel sheet of your mind. Today, you simply need to be human. And that is enough.
Aquarius: Today’s astrological scene resembles abstract art: everyone sees something different, and you’re not sure whether to interpret or move on. The Moon brings to the surface needs that you usually hide under layers of independence and cool attitude. There’s intense emotional activity within you, but it’s hard to translate it into words – and even harder to share it. The aspects with retrograde Venus and Mercury create a setting where your communications may seem erratic or easily misunderstood. You want to connect, but on terms only you understand, and that sometimes makes others feel like you’re keeping distance. In reality, you are more vulnerable than you appear – and that’s okay. Let go of theories and social experiments for a while, and look your emotion straight in the eye. Today doesn’t need solutions – it needs space. To feel, to listen to yourself, to speak your truth, even if it’s not perfectly articulated. You don’t need to understand everything – it’s enough to allow it to happen.
Pisces: Today you don’t need a map – you’re already in the deep waters of your soul, and all the astrological energy asks is that you don’t hit the brakes. The Moon touches you like an old beloved song that moves you without knowing why. Everything around you feels more charged, more open, more intense – from others’ words to their silences. Memories from the past gently or painfully surround you, depending on the moment, while retrograde Venus stirs old loves, forgotten “I love yous,” and unfinished goodbyes. Mercury tells you to speak, but your voice may come through an emotional filter that others might not understand. And that’s okay. What matters today is to be honest with yourself. Be careful not to fall into emotional excess or self-destructive habits like “I’ll stay home with ice cream and Netflix until my heart melts.” Instead, find a form of expression: write, sing, paint, cook that comfort meal that feels like home. You’re in your element – just make sure not to get lost in it.
And so, with the Moon singing its blues in the background of squares and our psychic antennas picking up the strangest signals, we reach the end of this peculiar yet enchanting day. If you felt a little more emotional, more dreamy, more vulnerable or even a bit lost, you are not alone. The universe today made us all a little more human, a little more introspective, a little more... real. You don't need to understand everything, nor provide solutions to it all. It's enough to listen – to yourself, to others, to the silences. To feel, to let go, to breathe a little deeper. Tomorrow, the light will return with new momentum. But today? Today is for whispers, dreams, and gentle clearings, with the Moon reminding us that sometimes, losing the light for a moment simply means you're seeing your inside more clearly.