February 22 – 28, 2026 • Weekly Forecast, Kelly M Beard, 22 February 2026

​2/22 • Venus (community & kinship) ~trine~ Jupiter (expansion & learning):
This energy is generally delightful, albeit fleeting. It offers an excellent opportunity to engage in social activities and relish relaxed, easygoing moments without any pressure. It might incline you towards idleness or indulgence, particularly if these tendencies already exist within you. However, if you are accustomed to a hectic pace, this energy permits a pause—a chance to unwind without the usual pressure to constantly produce results. Take this time to savor life’s pleasures, whether by indulging in leisurely activities or reflecting on your personal achievements, by acknowledging your own journey’s milestones is another good use of this energy. It is an auspicious period for travel, vacations or brief getaways. This energy often brings forth deserved blessings, prompting gratitude toward the forces that have guided you to this juncture in your life.

2/26 • Mercury Retrograde in PISCES (until March 20th):

This is just a reminder that we get 3-4 chances a year to do a conscious data-dump and give the Mental Body some much-needed rest & restoration. Yes, it can be frustrating to try to move ‘n shake in the world, technology tends to go wonky, cars breakdown, communication & travel can go haywire. But it can also be magical, enlightening & restorative. This is when delays are Divine and you can carve out a little extra time & space to do your own processing of what’s going on in your individual life. Check-in with your own ideas, thoughts & concepts and do some research, finish projects & develop your ideas behind the scenes. New connections may be made, but more often old connections circle back to complete something. It is the Sacred Pause before you decide or choose something really important coming this Spring. Take advantage of this one to clarify where you are and where you are heading and keep in mind the power of the Imagination & Spirit (Pisces). If you imagine doom & gloom, it is more likely to manifest. If you imagine breakthroughs with relationships & resources then you will create more of that. This time in Pisces is going to have its own additional caveats. Your intuition & imagination will be involved, for better or worse, so try to connect fluid language with vivid imagery – the Pisces-way. Keep in mind nothing is linear or logical about Mercury in Pisces, this is All-Spirit or Other-Worldly. So any spiritual healing work is tremendously supported by this Retrograde as well. It is a test to fortify your intuition, and you have to work your intuition like a muscle so that you can learn to rely on it. Check-in with your own beliefs, dreams & fears. And make time to be in Nature, under the Sky, that always gives the Monkey Mind a break, but especially during Pisces time, each year, we are supposed to be dreaming up the action plan that we will execute throughout Aries/Taurus time. And don’t forget the best thing about this Retrograde is that it is totally easier to commune with your Angels, Ancestors, Orishas & Animal Spirit Guides and they are even more available when in PISCES, like now.

2/27 • Mars (actions & choices) ~square~ Uranus (change & liberation):

This energy embodies the spirit of rebellion & radical actions to facilitate change, with the ultimate goal of embodying your own true individuality on a whole new level—but something has to change first! If you are aligned with your own Authentic Nature, and your own Truth & Purpose, then this energy can activate a sense of rejuvenated energy & inspired action. The necessity of change is obvious and if you can consciously co-create with this energy, then you can reshape your Purpose & realign with your Path. It is a period of shifts, changes & rebirth, which is challenging, but can yield a stronger, truer sense of Self in the long run. However, if you are unclear about your identity & personal potential, then this energy tends to highlight areas in need of choices, change & further development that you may be resisting by being impatient & demanding your own way. Clinging to old habits & negative patterns only exacerbates feelings of constraint and magnifies any opposition or resistance from others or authority. Your external reality reflects your internal state. Where are you resisting change? Take a moment to assess. Check your ego, reaffirm your truth & embrace change—it is a blessing that cracks you open to new perspectives & new choices. If you do not embrace change willingly, then it is just as likely that you will be compelled or forced to change, which creates stress and you end up missing the true beauty & value of this activation, which is pushing you to evolve to your own next level. Remember: Unconscious, inadequate action leads to chaos & disappointment, while conscious, effective action leads to more personal freedom & self-liberation.

2/28 • Mercury Rx (ideas & thoughts) ~conjunct~ Venus (values & priorities):
(2 of 2: 1/29 :: 2/28)

This energy invites you to perceive the underlying harmony or cohesive thread weaving through the tapestry of your life, encompassing its diverse experiences across time. It heralds a fresh perspective on communication, self-expression, and the worth of your ideas, thoughts, concepts & creative projects. You may find yourself articulating long-held ideas with newfound clarity, perhaps even expressing affection or emotions in profound ways. It is a fertile period for your Inner Artist, where creativity flows unbounded, allowing for innovative expressions that you have yet to explore. Embrace the freedom of imagination, exploring ideas without fixating on outcomes. While delving into these connections & revelations, also resist the urge to over-analyze; instead, relish the depth that they offer, fostering personal growth and a deeper comprehension of life’s unfolding magic customized for your own level of consciousness. Recognize the purpose within past challenges and acknowledge your journey toward personal self-mastery. Embrace this moment to cultivate fresh thought patterns that imbue your life with greater beauty and a deeper sense of peace & harmony.

Be sure to review the Relevant Reflections & Upcoming Events in the February Monthly Missive and know that you can often find all the links that I discuss in my forecast, on my blog anytime you are looking for something specific.

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