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Mars, our planet of drive, desire, sex, and action, is moving into the complex climes of Aquarius. Mars will turn and burn in the fixed air of the water bearer from January 23 to March 2, 2026
During this transit, independence is emphasized, as is exploration, particularly in sex and other forms of community interaction.
Mars in Aquarius favors the cerebral over the carnal, lives for a rousing debate, and the challenge of rallying others to a cause.
When it comes to sex, the energy favors experimental interactions and an openness to unique connections and unconventional romantic relationships.
“Mars in Aquarius signifies a unique blend of ambition, independence, and a strong desire to make a positive impact on the world,” author and tarot reader Kerry Ward tells The Post.
Ward has prepared a Mars in Aquarius tarot pull for each zodiac element using her “Cardless Tarot deck,” available here.
To book a personal tarot reading with Ward, click here.
Fire signs – Aries, Leo, Sagittarius
The Wheel of Fortune
“Mars moving into Aquarius opens up the door to progressive change and transformation in your realm,” promises Ward, who calls this transit a “clean sweep” for fire signs.
“Often, one major life change triggers another. This rippling might be taking place now, and you shouldn’t resist it. Lean into it and transform at a pace that feels intuitively right for you.”
She notes that change will likely begin in your career sector but can and should spill over into your relationships, philosophies, and finances.
“Let it feel good,” she urges.
Earth signs – Taurus, Virgo, Capricorn
The High Priestess
“The High Priestess is a more passive than active card and thus a strange bedfellow for a Mars transit; still, there is method in this madness,” shared Ward.
She notes that a “sweet spot” can be found in observation and active passivity.
“Know when it’s time to be quiet, observe, stand back, let others do or lead, keep your own counsel, and/or withdraw from playing a role. Events will still impact and sweep you along, but you’re conserving energy, looking for the moment when you can and should act.”
She notes that if earth signs follow their intuition, they will fall upon the path of true cunning.
Air signs – Gemini, Libra, Aquarius
The Fool
With Mars in a fellow air sign, the people of the wind are supported by a cerebral, freedom-loving, progressive energy
“Backed up by the ambition and power of Mars, it feels like an open invitation for you to do something B.I.G.! It’s time to turn the page and write a new chapter, to bring something fresh to the table, to start anew, to revamp and reinvent yourself, and let this new version lead,” shared Ward.
If you allow it, air babies, this rebirth can be equal parts energizing and liberating.
“Embrace it, especially in the workplace, or your own creative projects or roles. You are ready to GO!”
Water signs – Cancer, Scorpio, Pisces
The Empress
Ward shared that water signs will see their highest hopes reflected in the energy of this Mars transit.
“You yearn for humanity to learn to get along; people coming together over their shared beliefs, values, and interests, and putting aside the disagreement, conflict, and hate,” said Ward.
She notes that the Empress card encourages you to lead and to lead by example.
“Mediate, and restore calm where there is chaos or conflict. You are ready to invent and practice new ways to bring the people you love together, restoring respect and admiration, rebuilding broken bonds, and reuniting long-lost loves. You’re at the center, radiant.”
Astrologer Reda Wigle researches and irreverently reports on planetary configurations and their effect on each zodiac sign. Her horoscopes integrate history, poetry, pop culture, and personal experience. To book a reading, visit her website.
