Feb 20th has a great and meaningful astrological conjunction
The standout astronomical/astrological event today is the exact conjunction of Saturn and Neptune at approximately 0°45' Aries (around 11:52 AM EST or similar depending on precise timing sources). This is a rare alignment—the two planets conjunct at the "Aries Point" (0° Aries), marking the start of a new ~36-year cycle. It's described in many sources as a significant "great reset" or transformative moment, blending Saturn's structure/reality with Neptune's dreams/spirituality/illusion. Last similar conjunctions were in 1989 (not in Aries) and much earlier in Aries (around 1702).
notable associated events/themes from astrological and historical analyses:1989 (Capricorn): Exact on March 3, June 23/24, and November 13, 1989.
This marked the end of the Cold War era, with the fall of the Berlin Wall (November 9, 1989), collapse of communist regimes in Eastern Europe, Tiananmen Square protests, invention of the World Wide Web, and major geopolitical restructuring. Themes included dissolution of rigid systems/institutions (Saturn in Capricorn) and collective idealism/illusion shattering.
1952–1953 (Libra): Exact on November 21, 1952; May 17/18, 1953; July 21/22, 1953.
Post-WWII reconstruction, early Cold War escalation, rise of McCarthyism (anti-communist witch hunts, paranoia, blurred truth/fiction), nuclear arms race build up, foundation of institutions like NATO/UN influences, and the Korean War armistice cementing divisions. Themes of justice, partnerships, and social balance under pressure, with widespread fear and conformity.
1917 (Leo): Exact on August 1, 1917.
Occurred amid World War I (trench warfare, massive disillusionment), the Russian/Bolshevik Revolution (overthrow of monarchy, rise of socialism), and U.S. entry into WWI. Themes of leadership, creativity, and ego dissolution on a grand scale, with revolutions and ideological fervour.
1882 (Taurus): Around 1882–1883.
Associated with economic shifts, immigration restrictions (e.g., U.S. Chinese Exclusion Act), and material/earthly restructuring. Less dramatic globally but tied to boundary-setting and resource/possession themes.
1846 (Aquarius): Around 1846.
U.S.-Mexican War leading to massive territorial expansion/annexation (California, Texas, etc.), redefinition of borders, and idealistic/social reform movements (e.g., early utopian ideals clashing with reality).
Older ones include:1809–1810: Tied to Napoleonic era shifts and ideological changes.
1773: Pre-Revolutionary War period, with themes of rebellion against authority.