Horoscopes
Your February Horoscope Is Here, and It’s Time To Let Go
Alice Bell, a former Vogue editor turned sought-after astrologist, looks ahead to the busiest time of the month, a full moon in Leo, when you may find yourself releasing something from your life or tapping into your inner child. Find out what dates bring significant shifts and for your sign.
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- Alice Bell
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- Louise Lockhart
You may feel a lot busier and like there's more action going on as February begins. Aquarius season is still going strong, so this may be a time when you're more willing to take a risk or implement change in an area of your life. You could also be forming new social connections or want to get involved in a community. In addition, you might be coming up with innovative ideas at work, or you could be embracing the traits that set you apart from everyone else. You will want to encourage your child to lean into their individual interests as well, and you may want to plan social outings with their peers.
The busiest part of the month will be around the full moon in Leo on February 16. The full moon is when you see results to whatever you've been working on recently, and you may make important realizations about who and what you want to invest your energy into. You may also be releasing something from your life, or you could be addressing any emotions you usually sweep under the rug. Leo is the zodiac sign associated with children, so there may be bonding moments with your kids, especially creative activities and fun hobbies. You might be tapping into your inner child by leaning into passion projects or finding ways to express yourself better.
February 18 marks the start of Pisces season. Towards the end of the month, you might be tapping into your intuition or want to face your emotions. You could also feel more sensitive, and it may be a little difficult to focus on minor, detailed tasks. Allow yourself to daydream and try out calming activities like meditation or yoga if you're feeling overwhelmed. Getting your child to talk about how they are feeling or having them channel their energy into arts and crafts could be helpful for them too.
ARIES
You will be a social butterfly at the start of the month, Aries. You could be catching up with friends, or you may want to schedule playdates for your child to mingle with their peers. You may also be seeking advice and support from your friends, or you could be taking on group responsibilities. Mid-month, the full moon in Leo will urge you to balance your commitments to other people with your passion projects. You may realize that there's a hobby you want to pursue further, or you could want to come up with after-school activities you can do with your child to bring you closer together. As Pisces season begins, you will be pulling back from all of the socializing at the end of the month. You could be craving more alone time to rest and reflect, or you may get interested in spiritual pursuits like meditation, yoga, or community service.
TAURUS
Your career ambitions will be at the forefront of your mind at the start of the month, Taurus. You might be met with new work opportunities, or you could be assuming greater responsibilities in another area of your life. You will also be recognized for your efforts at work, and you may even be up for a promotion or a new job altogether. Mid-month, the full moon in Leo will have you balancing your busy career with your home and family duties. You could be busy with redecorating your home or planning a move, or you might be making time for family bonding activities like visiting grandparents or cousins. As Pisces season begins, your calendar will start to fill up with social activities at the end of the month. You could have friends reaching out, wanting to connect, or you might be the one organizing big group outings.
GEMINI
You will be expanding your knowledge of the world at the start of the month, Gemini. You could be signing up for an online course, or you might be met with opportunities to write, teach, or speak publicly. You may also be traveling, which will help to further shape your life beliefs. Mid-month, the full moon in Leo will urge you to take all of your newfound knowledge and apply it to your everyday life. You may have a lot of ideas you want to put into online articles, videos, or presentations at work, and you will want to get your opinions across in a way that other people can easily understand. As Pisces season begins, your career will pick up towards the end of the month. There may be more attention on you at work, or you could be launching bigger projects. In addition, you may be motivated to pursue long-term career goals or ask for a promotion.
CANCER
You will be introspective at the start of the month, Cancer. You may be improving upon habits and behaviors that you've been holding onto for way too long, or you could be addressing any relationship problems you've been having. You may also be focused on your finances and want to save or invest your money. Mid-month, the full moon in Leo will encourage you to reassess your values. You might be emotional about work, especially if you aren't getting paid enough or appreciated for your efforts. You could also have many expenses come up, or you may see progress in launching business ideas of your own. You will feel much lighter at the end of the month as Pisces season begins. You may suddenly be motivated to read, research, and learn as much as possible. You will be keeping your mind open to adopting different opinions and beliefs for yourself too.
LEO
You will be tending to your close relationships at the start of the month, Leo. You might be forming a new romantic connection, or you could be spending quality time with your partner. You may also be seeing your closest friends, and you will prefer socializing one on one rather than in a huge group. Mid-month, the full moon in Leo will urge you to balance your partnership responsibilities and need to focus on yourself. You may realize that you need to prioritize your own goals, and you could have more people reaching out to you with opportunities. As Pisces season begins, you may feel emotionally sensitive towards the end of the month. You may want to improve upon certain relationship patterns you keep repeating, and you will also be learning how to be more open and share how you're feeling with other people.
VIRGO
You will be motivated at work at the start of the month, Virgo. You could be following a set routine, or you may want to get better organized and find ways to be more efficient with your time. In addition, you might be prioritizing your physical health by cooking nutritious meals or exercising regularly. Mid-month, the full moon in Leo mid-month will have you stepping back from your everyday tasks to reflect on your emotions. You may have to be mindful of your mental health and make sure that you aren't stressing yourself out so much, or you could need a few days for rest. As Pisces season begins at the end of the month, you will be shifting your focus to your relationships. You may have luck dating, or you could feel closer to your partner. You could also be turning to the people closest to you for their advice and perspectives.
LIBRA
You will be making time to relax at the start of the month, Libra. You could be coming up with activities you can do with your children, or you may even want to take a family vacation. You might also have more social outings yourself or want to lean into the hobbies that bring you joy. Mid-month, the full moon in Leo may bring up emotions about your friendships. You could realize what type of community you want to belong to, and you might be branching out and meeting new people. You're figuring out what friendships you want to put energy towards. Work will get much busier at the end of the month, as Pisces season begins. You may be occupied with many everyday, mundane tasks, and you could be juggling many different responsibilities at once. You will also be treating your physical body with extra care.
SCORPIO
Your thoughts will center around the home at the start of the month, Scorpio. You might be busy with moving or doing renovations around your place. You could also be seeing your extended family frequently or want to plan family bonding activities with your children. However, you may also be a bit emotional about events from the past, or you could be coming to terms with certain family relationships. Mid-month, the full moon in Leo will have you making important realizations about where you want to go with your career. You may be making progress with big work projects, or you could be leaving one job to start another. Towards the end of the month, you may feel a lot lighter as Pisces season begins. You might be pursuing your interests outside of work, or you could be heavily involved in your child's life as you help to bring them out of their shell.
SAGITTARIUS
You will be extra curious at the start of the month, Sagittarius. You might be keeping your mind occupied with reading, writing, or learning about a variety of different topics at once. You could also be meeting up with acquaintances, and you will be inspired by the stimulating conversations you're having with others. Mid-month, the full moon in Leo will urge you to step back from keeping up with all of this new information to consider the bigger picture in life. You could feel more connected to your spiritual beliefs, or you may realize where you need to go with big research projects or coursework. You will be carving out time for family activities as Pisces season begins towards the end of the month. You may have more motivation to decorate around the house to make it feel comfortable and cozy. In addition, you may be reflecting on the past and be getting
CAPRICORN
You will be bringing in opportunities to make more money at the start of the month, Capricorn. You could be up for a raise at work, or you might be freelancing or launching a business. However, you may also be splurging more than usual and want to treat yourself to nice clothing or meals out. Mid-month, the full moon in Leo will have you reflecting on how you can be a better partner in your relationships. You may gain insight into how to overcome any problems you've been having with someone, or you could take up an interest in psychology or self-help. Towards the end of the month, you will be busy taking short trips or meeting up with people as Pisces season begins. You could also be tending to communication-based projects, such as writing, speaking, or creating video content.
AQUARIUS
You will be putting yourself first at the start of the month, Aquarius. You might be focused on setting new goals, or you could pick up different personal interests that you want to pursue. In addition, you may be developing greater confidence in who you are, or you could be sprucing up your appearance by getting a haircut or buying new clothes. Mid-month, the full moon in Leo will shift your attention to your close relationships. You could realize how you want to proceed in a romantic relationship or a business partnership, or you could feel very connected to someone. Towards the end of the month, you will be motivated to develop your own projects at work as Pisces season begins. You could also be asking for a raise or want to develop ways to bring in more money. In addition, you might be interested in budgeting and keeping better track of your finances.
PISCES
Pisces, you may need space to be by yourself at the start of the month. You could be overwhelmed with emotions, or you may experience an ending as you let go of a relationship or a situation no longer working for you. You might also be developing a regular meditation or yoga practice that calms your mind and brings you inner peace. Mid-month, the full moon in Leo will urge you to focus on your physical body. You may realize how you can implement healthier practices into your daily routine, and you could be reflecting on what tasks at work are worth your time and energy. Towards the end of the month, you will be much more energetic as Pisces season begins. You will be ready to turn over a new leaf, and you may notice that fresh opportunities and relationships are entering your life.
Alice Bell
British Vogue's resident-astrologer, Alice Bell was initially drawn to astrology to answer questions in her life related to relationships, work and her emotions. Friends and coworkers began approaching Alice, looking for similar answers to their challenges. Even though she has helped numerous clients, she is still amazed by astrology’s transformational effects. Follow her @stalkalice.