The full moon in Virgo promotes order, structure, and simplification in our lives. Now is the moment to reflect on things like: What can go? What is really important? What is holding you back? We can free ourselves from superfluous things—because like every full moon, this one invites us to let go. Virgo energy helps us think more analytically and pragmatically, which can be particularly useful when it comes to approaching problems soberly and objectively, and making clear decisions. Concentrate on the essentials and say goodbye to some of the chaos and disorder in your life.
However, the perfectionist nature of Virgo can also increase the fear of making mistakes and the patterns of self-criticism that try to keep us down. But this is where the full moon can help—namely, to let go of fears, especially the fear of making mistakes. You can also look at it this way: Mistakes serve as teachers and enrich our wealth of experience. What feels like a failure at first often contains important lessons that help us to move forward.
Full moon and the retrogrades of Venus and Mercury
As if these stark vibes weren’t enough, there’s also a friction between the fast, illuminating energy of the full moon, the eclipse, and the retrospective, reflective energy of two planetary retrogrades happening during this time:
Mercury in Aries (turns retrograde on March 15)
Mercury—the planet of communication, thought, and logic—is in fiery and impulsive Aries. This position can give our thoughts and words a direct, bold, and sometimes impatient energy. However, Mercury goes retrograde the day after the full moon, on March 15, 2025, which may usher in a period of reflection and review.
During Mercury retrograde, communication breakdowns, technical problems, or misunderstandings may occur more frequently. It’s best to revise projects that have already been started rather than launching new ones and to thoroughly reflect on thoughts and plans once again. The energies of retrograde can feel confusing, especially in the days leading up to it.
Venus in retrograde (until mid-April)
Venus—the planet of love, harmony, and values—is also retrograde until April. This can bring with it a period of inner reflection about relationships, self-worth, and material possessions. Old flames may return, or we may have to deal with unresolved emotional issues. It’s a good time to recognize what really makes us happy and to redefine our values. During this phase, it’s advisable to not make rash decisions in matters of love or finances. Instead, pause and reflect.
Paired with the full moon, Venus retrograde may make you want to move forward quickly (whether that’s because you have understood something, or an external event forces you to do so) but at the same time look back in order to really understand. That’s why it’s good to make sure you get enough rest and take care of yourself on these days, because our inner life is working at full speed.
How to thrive during the full moon in March 2025
Go with the flow. Blood moons are said to accelerate our spiritual growth and personal timeline. It takes us exactly where we need to be, in short—even if that place feels uncomfortable or you feel caught off guard at the time. Resistance is futile, so go with the flow! Take courage, because blood moon eclipses can help us make quantum leaps in terms of our soul development.
