The Sun, planet of soul and identity, comes together with dynamic Mars in Aquarius from February 23rd to March 15th, 2026.

Mars enters Aquarius in the nakshatra of Dhanishta, and remains a distance from the Sun in Shatabishta up to March 4th. Remaining far apart allows each planet to express its energies freely, while they also combine to give you their tough and realistic influence. Sun and Mars are planetary friends, and this combination gives you fixity and a sense of purpose, where you have a steady flow of initiative that lasts the course. Speak up if you have something to say, and an assertive approach handled the right way makes people notice and appreciate you.

Your courage and confidence catch the eye of talent-spotters, but you also have to keep cool if a plan doesn’t come together immediately. Aquarius favours a progressive and future-oriented approach, where you study the underlying principles behind your work and may stray outside your usual parameters. Tension can arise with co-workers and in your personal life, where your competitive instincts and insistence on your own way can create the wrong impression. You get up earlier and work harder than anyone else, but also expect to be rewarded, and may let bosses know it.

Put your hand up for extra hours and take the lead in a project where you can operate independently. Sun and Mars both receive the support of philosophical Jupiter through this transit, which gives you an adventurous streak and a kind of sporting attitude. You are honest and straightforward, and a wise teacher may be available to guide you through an important issue.