Pisces, a water sign, is the last astrological sign in our lunar journey. Next month, we begin again with Aries. New Moon in Pisces is March 1st, 2014.
Pisces is an opportunity to see how far we have come in our journey over the year. Have we grown spiritually, mentally, emotionally? This Mercury Retrograde period is helping us to see where we are, especially emotionally and mentally. It started in Pisces, a water (emotions) sign, and 
retrograded back to Aquarius, an air (mental) sign. How are you feeling? Joyful, balanced, or a little tired, stressed, or depressed? Retrograde itself is over this week, but the shadow period lasts into March.
This sign rules unconditional love, so this is the perfect time to forgive ourselves for all the things we didn’t get done, for all of our mistakes and imperfections. It’s time to gain a deeper understanding of ourselves, to release any judgment we’re harbouring and accept ourselves as we are, and with compassion. Extending that forgiveness and love to others is the next step.
Pisces is a water sign, so there may be the tendency to be unfocused or to allow confusion and chaos into our lives. This is a time to be aware of subtle energies and guidance. Surrender and trust are key words for Pisces – trusting that all is in Divine order, that everything is as it needs to be. Spending time alone, quietly, doing some meditation or yoga, breathing exercises etc. may help you to achieve inner peace and to go with the flow.
When the Pisces energy is out of balance, we may feel defeated before we even start, so we will procrastinate, become panicky or lose sleep. We may resort to deception of ourselves or others.
If you should find yourself developing any of these responses, I have found exercise to be of great benefit. It turns my attitude around, moves the energy out so I can become more positive. Deep breathing, swimming, a brisk walk all serve to move the energy. They work even better when I remember to do themThe other thing I find useful is to be aware of what is floating through my mind affecting my attitude. I have a very pretty little imaginary basket that I put those thoughts into, I add some flowers to keep them happy, and maybe some herbs to heal them, then let them go.
Physically, Pisces rules colds, feet, bunions and corns, the lymphatic system and toxicity. We are coming up to the perfect timing to a liver cleanse, when it get to be a bit warmer. I do an herbal tea, but there are many products on the market.
If you are setting intent for this New Moon, here are some samples:
I am asking for the ability to easily forgive myself for my imperfections, to love myself unconditionally, and without ego.
I am asking to be more aware of subtle energies and guidance in my life.
I am asking to have a clear, un-muddled mind that remains positive and relaxed, ready to receive guidance and act on it.
