Aries
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March 21 – April 19: You may feel somewhat withdrawn, pulled back from the outer world, introspective and contemplative. You may not assert yourself in usual ways or take the usual risks. Do not demand things of yourself or think you can “push the river.” Everything is moving backward, upside down and turning inwards. This is a good time to find buried treasure within the self. Like old desires, hopes, wishes, aspirations. It is a time of refinement of all parts of the self. And a time to rest more. Patience becomes you. |
Taurus
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April 20 – May 20: Things in your life tend to become more and more private, more spiritual. Your intuition will cue you to when you’re out of step, when you need more rest, when your health is on edge. Things that remained in the background, events, memories, people, suddenly appear. They will need careful tending. Usually you’re not angry. Taurus, Venus ruled, is often happy and carefree. However, during Mars retro, buried angers, hurts, sadnesses materialize. Allow them, talk with them, let them flow through you. Know that all is well. |
Gemini
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May 21 – June 20: Hopes, wishes and dreams from the past will flicker like shadows in your mind and also in dreams during the night. You may consider reconnecting and/or renewing previous friendships or membership and participation in certain groups. Reflection, not action, is most important during Mars retrograde. You will need patience during the retrograde weeks. It is not a time for decision making or initiating projects. Your North and South Nodes will activate a gathering of past gifts, walking then into the future. Life changes. |
Cancer
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June 21 – July 22: Thoughts and ideas concerning reputation, professional life, career ambitions Nd how you’re recognized in the world will appear in order that you change or adjust plans, assessing your energy and goals. You will feel an inner responsibility to firm up and complete old projects and plans. As for everyone, buried feelings of frustration and/or anger may erupt. Or you will want to offer forgiveness for previous unskillful actions and words. There is a call for practicality during these ten weeks. And an organizing of time. You are a master of time. |
Leo
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July 23 – August 22: So many things – your faith, wisdom, goals, philosophy of life, politics, travel and adventure will all be affected by the Mars retrograde. You will need to ponder upon what actions will be best for humanity. You come from the heart of the matter. So, it’s important for you to act within the principle of what is right, what serves others, what serves the world. You have enthusiasm for life. During the retrograde this enthusiasm turns to inner joy. You will rework certain projects, like writing, publishing and things legal. Slowing down to catch up with the happenings of the time. |
Virgo
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August 23 – September 22: Intimacy, shared finances, marriage, in depth relationships will all be examined during the ten weeks of Mars retrograde. Intimacy becomes more complicated. Confidence in expressing yourself may wane. It’s most important to rightly manage power issues in relationships (all types). Is there a struggle with money, addiction, fears? A new perspective comes forth in the upcoming weeks. Allow the Soul to interface with the personality. The Soul gives one right direction. Make the choice to laugh, enjoy and be happy with everything. |
Libra
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September 23 – October 22: During Mars retrograde we assess and re-assess parts of our lives. Our energy is lessened, we approach events and people with a different focus – that of review and renewal. During this time Librans will assess everything regarding intimate relationships and partnerships. We ask ourselves what do we want from our relationship, what do we give, what are we receiving? It’s good to assess the quality of love and commitment, if there is any hidden anger, and if we are bringing balance and harmony to our interactions. This is most important work. Everything is relationship. |
Scorpio
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October 23 – November 21: The Mars retrograde especially affects Scorpio and Aries people directly and Sagittarian subtly. Scorpio is always in a state of challenge and testing due to its Mars rulership (Scorpio energy flows through Mars). Therefore, as we all know and experience, Scorpio is a very intense sign. During the retrograde, health and daily activities will be the focus. It is good to assess one’s daily rhythms, energy reserves, diet, liquid intake and overall health. Do not push yourself or others. Attempt to reorganize your environments (inner and outer). Live daily life simply, easily, purely. |
Sagittarius
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November 22 – December 21: The Mars retrograde reminds of childhood, of how your life to be entertained, of hobbies, past romances, and most of all your vast creativity. It is good during the coming weeks to play more, find time for leisure and perhaps, if available, a love affair (that won’t last). You may discover yourself in the midst of a romance, a creative activity or part of a child’s life. You may continue to have a change of heart, perhaps a feeling of being stuck or in a sort of purgatory. An old project no longer interests you. Wait a while when unsure. Refocus, back track, rest, renew yourself. |
Capricorn
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December 22 – January 19: Home, family, security, safety, things domestic, food, gardens, nurturance and a sense of one’s foundation call you to attention during the Mars retrograde. Projects begun before the retrograde will slow down. Past emotional issues, if not dealt with beforehand, come up for review, revision and closure. Check the home for needed repairs, fix what needs attention. Home life, after the retrograde will feel renewed, more bountiful. You will have new ideas about how to nourish yourself and others. Slow and steady is good. Beauty too. |
Aquarius
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January 20 – February 18: Communication, thoughts, ideas, perceptions, beliefs – all these will be assessed and reassessed during the Mars retrograde. You will apologies if you were inappropriate or angry with others; assess short trips and directions, do walk-about in neighborhood; talk with acquaintances and siblings and ponder upon how to get from here to there quickly. You can be impatient with certain expression or belief systems. Notice as your mind slows down, refreshing for lightning bolt thinking Aquarians. Don’t try to force your ideas on anyone. You can strain social interactions if you’re not kind enough. Just be kind. |
Pisces
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February 19 – March 20: Be aware of finances, tend to possessions and resources, assess values and recognize what you actually do value. Understand where your money is going, and pull back on spending if necessary. Future security becomes very important. If underpaid, assess what you are worth. It is important to have comfort during Mars retrograde. List all things required for comfort. This list will be valuable when Mars is direct. Tithe generously to those in need. What we give from the heart is always returned to us ten-fold….so we can give and give some more. And as we give, we too are taken care of. |