A Fresh Perspective

You may have a sense of alienation that sets you apart from others early this month. The Sun is in unconventional Aquarius in your 4th House of Roots, which tends to turn your attention inward toward home, family and personal matters and away from work and public life. Take some breaks from the job if you can, so that you can use this time to reconnect to your inner needs and get a break from your responsibilities. You might feel out of step with colleagues, but there is a positive side to this transit as well. It's your chance to take a fresh look at your professional life and think about it from a totally new perspective.

When cerebral Mercury enters your 4th house on February 11 your brain can start cooking up some truly original concepts, at least one of which should be applied to your career. Considering a major shift is certainly reasonable now, although you may need to get additional training or education to make it work.

Sharp words and impatience could trigger conflict within a day or so of February 13 when verbal Mercury opposes your assertive ruling planet Mars. It's possible that a dispute over an old issue can flare up. Focus on facts and stay calm to put this mental energy to constructive use.

On February 18 the Sun enters Pisces, an emotional Water sign like your own, where it illuminates your 5th House of Creativity for the next 30 days. This is excellent for presenting yourself and your ideas in an imaginative and effective manner.