Mindfulness Monday: Solar Eclipse Reflections

Theme: “A Solar Rebirth in Aries” Week of March 24 (Eclipse 3/29)

This week, we welcome a potent solar eclipse in Aries at 9°, accompanied by Venus and Mercury retrograde moving from mystical Pisces back into fiery Aries. Eclipses are celestial reset points—offering abrupt awakenings, powerful endings, and radical new beginnings. In Aries, the sign of self, instinct, and courage, we’re invited to reclaim our spark, confront fear, and lead ourselves into a new chapter of authenticity.

Both Mercury and Venus retrogrades ask us to slow down and re-evaluate. With Mercury traversing the liminal spaces of Pisces and the assertive terrain of Aries, our thoughts may swing between dreamy introspection and impulsive action. Venus retrograde in Aries brings up old patterns around love, worthiness, and how we assert ourselves in relationships.

At the intersection of these energies lies a deep call for healing. This isn’t about rushing forward—it’s about reflecting with honesty, feeling with intensity, and courageously rewriting your narrative.

Sabian Symbol for 9° Aries: “A Crystal Gazer”

Meaning: This symbol represents the power of vision, clarity, and inner knowing. It invites you to tap into your intuition and see beyond surface reality. In the context of Aries, it asks: What future are you willing to see—and lead yourself into? Trust your insight. Trust the inner fire that guides you, even when the path feels unclear.

Writing Prompts for This Week’s Cosmic Energy

1. Solar Eclipse in Aries | Rebirth of Self Where in my life am I being called to start over? What truth am I no longer willing to ignore about who I am and what I desire?

2. Venus Retrograde in Aries | Worth & Connection How have I confused self-worth with how others perceive or respond to me? What does a relationship rooted in mutual respect and independence look like for me?

3. Mercury Retrograde in Pisces & Aries | Mind Meets Heart Where do I need to pause and reflect before speaking or acting? What insights have I received in stillness that I’m now ready to bring into bold action?

Affirmation to Anchor the Energy

“I reclaim my truth, trust my vision, and boldly create a new beginning rooted in self-worth and clarity.”