February 2024 is marked by a rare Chiron-North Node conjunction and a heightened Aquarius energy. The emphasis on Chiron and Aquarius makes February a very interesting month.
Aquarius is Prometheus who stole the fire from the Gods and gave it to humanity. The fire is a metaphor for the light of knowledge and awareness.
The gods decided to punish Prometheus for stealing the fires. Zeus chained Prometheus to a rock where an eagle slowly ate his liver. Prometheus was immortal, he couldn’t die, so the ordeal would repeat every day, for eternity.
His salvation came from Chiron. Chiron traded his own immortality to save Prometheus.
What’s interesting is that Chiron orbits between Saturn and Uranus (Aquarius). Chiron is the bridge between the two, serving as a catalyst for freedom and liberation.
The myth is a metaphor for the healing work we need to do to transcend the pain of separation and find true freedom. Chiron was a half-man, half-horse, which is a metaphor for the dual nature of our existence. We are 50% matter, 50% spirit.
When we fail to integrate our primal and divine aspects, we feel isolated and disconnected. This leads to the polarization and judgment of what we perceive as good and bad.
But when we integrate this duality, when we recognize that all these qualities can all be found within ourselves – both positive and negative – we find wholeness, and witness humanity: in ourselves and others.
Chiron is ‘the missing link’. If you’ve been feeling alienated – from yourself and from the world at large – Chiron will reunite you with your essence and the collective whole.
But how do we find healing? How do we do the “Chiron” work? Here is where the Chiron-North Node conjunction comes into play.
Pay attention to any insights and downloads that come to you around February 19th, when Chiron is exactly conjunct the North Node.
While nothing concrete may happen right away, the transit will awaken something inside of you, something that will become obvious in March-April, when we have an Aries stellium (including an Eclipse conjunct Chiron).
But let’s take a look at the most important transits of the month:
February 9th, 2024 – New Moon In Aquarius
On February 9th, 2024 we have a New Moon at 20° Aquarius. The New Moon is square Uranus, its ruler. There is a huge pull to break free from the past and reinvent ourselves.
Uranus in Taurus will point to the ‘missing element’ – what’s preventing us from finding freedom and embracing change. The New Moon in Aquarius will help us define our personal idea of freedom vs. what society tells us that freedom is.
February 13th, 2024 – Mars Enters Aquarius
On February 13th, 2024, Mars enters Aquarius. Mars is our personal will, is what we do to affirm ourselves, and get our needs met. Aquarius, on the other hand, is the sign of the collective.
The Mars in Aquarius transit will help us see that we’re all in this together. When we focus on our humanity, we automatically make decisions that contribute to our greatest collective good.
February 14th, 2024 – Mars Conjunct Pluto
On February 14th, 2024 we have a V-day with fireworks. Mars is conjunct Pluto at 0° Aquarius!
Birthdays, anniversaries, or celebrations can be times of great joy, or on the contrary, of great challenge. If our life in general, or more specifically, what happens on that special day, does not fit our ideal expectations, we may become frustrated or disappointed.
If you’re not in a place where you want to be, remind yourself that February 14th is just another day. It does not define you, or your life.
Pluto will most certainly push Mars’ buttons. We have a choice – we can use this tremendous energy to fuel conflict OR to align our actions with our circumstances.
When we are closed off, we live in a bubble and are disconnected from reality. This disconnection is what creates suffering. When instead we are fully aware of what’s happening around us, we pick up on subtle clues, we align ourselves with the flow of life and we just ‘know’ what to do.
February 16th, 2024 – Venus Enters Aquarius
On February 16th, 2024, Venus enters Aquarius. The planet of love often feels strange in the unconventional sign of Aquarius. But it serves as a reminder that love is about embracing our humanity.
People are strange – but that’s what makes them unique. “Don’t hate what you don’t understand” – instead, appreciate the diversity and individuality that each person brings to the table.
February 19th, 2024 – North Node Conjunct Chiron
On February 19th, 2024 the North Node is conjunct Chiron at 16° Aries.
Chiron is our deepest wound, and also the gift that emerges when this wound is embraced and alchemised.
North Node is a karmic energy – but not the type of “resurfacing of old patterns”- that’s the South Node; the North Node is the opportunity to change our karma, and rewrite our destiny.
Our ‘deepest wound’ is rarely something we are aware of (at least fully). Our deepest wound is subtle. We were born with it. In most cases, it can be traced generations back.
So when the North Node meets Chiron, we have a unique opportunity to look at this wound from a different angle, and re-write our karmic patterns. This time we can truly break the cycle.
February 19th, 2024 – Sun Enters Pisces
On February 19th, 2024, Sun enters Pisces. Happy birthday to all Pisces out there!
Pisces is the last sign of the zodiac. The Pisces season is when we complete the 12-month cycle, or one astrological year.
The Pisces season (the time before Aries, when we start a new 1-year cycle) has always been a good time to declutter the house, the body, the mind and the soul.
During the Pisces season, take some time to reflect on what this astrological cycle has meant for you, and what you are moving towards or inviting in the next one.
February 19th, 2024 – Venus Conjunct Mars
On February 19th, 2024 Venus is conjunct Mars at 6° Aquarius. Venus-Mars conjunctions are in general very sought-after especially for relationships or romance. What’s interesting is that we had another Venus-Mars conjunction (at 0° Aquarius) in March 2022, so this is like a sequel to that one.
This time, we have Pluto at 0° Aquarius – setting the collective agenda, while Venus and Mars at 6° Aquarius – will reveal the individual role we will play in this new 2-decade chapter of our life.
February 24th, 2024 – Full Moon In Virgo
On February 24th, 2024 we have a Full Moon at 5° Virgo. The Full Moon in Virgo is opposite Saturn in Pisces. This Full Moon has a heavy energy.
We may work very hard but still not be where we want to be. At the Full Moon in Virgo, you may have an aha moment about why your efforts don’t yield the expected results. The answer is not always “work harder”. Sometimes it’s the little things that lead to massive improvements.
The Full Moon in Virgo will remind us that focusing on efficiency and the finer details can be as impactful as sheer effort.
February 28th, 2024 – Sun Conjunct Saturn
On February 28th, 2024, the Sun is conjunct Saturn at 9 Pisces. Sun-Saturn transits are rather sobering.
It’s akin to the moment when your manager calls you into their office. You always kind of know why they are calling you. If you’ve been late with your projects… well, that might not be very good news. If instead you’ve done a great job, you may be up for a raise or a promotion.
Sun conjunct Saturn is a reality check, asking us to evaluate if we are on track with our goals. Are we living up to our potential?
PS: I will write a report about the North Node-Chiron conjunction closer to the date. Until then, have a great February!
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