Saturn in Aries

Saturn in Aries

Author: Alison Price   –   Published: March 2025

Introduction

This year, 2025, there are, and will be, some major shifts of the superior planets as they ingress or enter new signs

This is unusual and most years not much happens apart from Jupiter changing signs which occurs every year.

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Podcast

In this week’s podcast episode Arwynne and I have a lively conversation about the upsomong super important ingress of Saturn into Aries. Saturn was last in Aries way back in 1999.

A Bold New Cycle (2025-2028)

In 2025, Saturn enters Aries on May 25th, to mark the beginning of a dynamic new cycle. Saturn will cross over the beginning of the zodiac at 0° Aries. And for those of you following along, you will realize that Saturn will be conjoining Neptune as it too recently entered Aries. I’ll talk more on that massive conjunction later this year. Saturn is not always bad news, but it does get a bad rap as the greater malefic, so for some perspective on this energy you colud read how Saturn transit can improve your life.

 

Aries-Pisces Cusp: Key Dates

Saturn will linger at the cusp of Aries and Pisces for a few months before committing fully to Aries.

  • May 25, 2025: Saturn leaves Pisces and enters Aries for the first time.
  • September 1, 2025: Saturn retrogrades back into Pisces from Aries.
  • February 14, 2026: Saturn re-enters Aries from Pisces, now for the long haul, and remains in the cardinal, fire sign until April 2028.

Saturn Overview

Saturn is the masterful, responsible and disciplined planet which pays attention to time and is in it (whatever it is) for the long haul.

Aries Overview

Aries, the first sign of the zodiac, is all about action, leadership and initiation.

Energy Shift

With Saturn, the planet of discipline and structure, entering this fiery, independent sign, you can expect a shift from dreamy, emotional Pisces energy into a period of bold decision-making, self-reliance and new challenges.

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Saturn in Aries Main Themes

Building Self-discipline

Saturn in Aries is about building your self-discipline, taking responsibility for your personal actions and learning to channel your ambition wisely.

Sprint or Marathon?

Aries thrives on impulse and speed, but Saturn demands time, diligence, patience and long-term planning. The challenge of this combination is to balance the desire to charge ahead with the need for persistence and endurance.

Personal Responsibility

Owning Your Path

With Saturn in Aries, the focus is on self-reliance and personal accountability. This transit pushes people to stop waiting for permission, guidance, or external validation. Instead, it demands a shift toward independence, initiative and self-mastery. People will feel the call to take charge of their lives, set personal goals and actively work toward them, rather than simply relying on others to pave the way. Procrastination and passivity (Pisces) will no longer be tolerated, as Saturn enforces the lesson that true growth comes from taking responsibility for one’s actions, decisions and long-term ambitions.

Discipline in Action

Channeling Energy with Purpose

Aries is known for its boldness, enthusiasm and fearless action, but when Saturn enters this fire sign, it leans towards focus and discipline. This two-and-a-half-year period will teach you the importance of thoughtful action over reckless impulsivity. Instead of rushing into things without a plan, you will be encouraged to develop strategies, refine your skills and commit to some independent long-term goals. The key lesson is mastering sustained effort and perseverance to learn that success isn’t just about starting strong, but it is also about staying the course and seeing things through to completion.

New Beginnings with Challenges

Pioneering with Persistence

Saturn in Aries offers you opportunities for fresh starts, new ventures and pioneering breakthroughs, but not without obstacles. This transit isn’t about easy victories; instead, it tests resilience and determination by placing hurdles in the way of progress. Those people willing to push past resistance, learn from setbacks and adapt to challenges will emerge stronger and more capable by the end of this transit. Perhaps you are launching a new business, starting a leadership role, or breaking into uncharted territory, and if so this period will likely teach you that true innovation requires patience, problem-solving and endurance.

Courage Under Pressure

Strength in Adversity

Aries naturally thrives in high-pressure situations, but with good old Saturn in the mix, the challenge is about maintaining courage and confidence even when the odds seem stacked against you. This time frame will teach how to build inner strength, stay grounded under stress and make calculated decisions in difficult moments, but only if you are paying attention. Now you can expect life to test your limits, demand resilience and require you to have the ability to handle setbacks with wisdom. Those people who learn to navigate tough situations with a clear mind, steady heart and strategic mindset now will emerge as true warriors of their destiny. Make sure you are one of them and lean into this transit.

Redefining Leadership

Responsibility Over Ego

Saturn in Aries will shake up traditional leadership structures, to challeng outdated authority figures and force a reassessment of what it truly means to lead. We will see this on the global stage. This transit will reward those people who lead with integrity, courage and responsibility, rather than ego, dominance, or self-interest. It is likely that authentic leaders will rise, while those who abuse power or lack accountability may struggle to maintain their positions. Individuals will be called to step up, take initiative and embody leadership in their own lives, whether in their careers, communities, or in their personal relationships. True leadership will be defined not by how much control they have, but by their ability to inspire, guide and take responsibility for the path ahead.

Ascendant Sign Elements

Aries House Cusps

Where the sign of Aries is placed in your chart and the hemisphere, quadrant and house cusps it is on will show where you can build confidence, take charge and embrace responsibility.

Fire Signs: A Call to Action

Fire signs will feel energized but also tested, as Saturn demands more discipline and focus.

Earth Signs: Laying Foundations

Earth signs thrive under Saturn’s structured influence, but Aries energy pushes them into bold, unfamiliar territory.

Air Signs: Focused Growth

Air signs will feel Saturn’s push toward commitment, structure and strategic thinking, which may feel restricting, but will be ultimately seen as a rewarding experience.

Water Signs: Strength Through Challenges

Water signs may feel challenged by Saturn’s structured, disciplined nature, but they’ll gain inner strength and emotional resilience through leaning in to this transit.

How Saturn in Aries will Affect Each Ascendant Sign

What to Look For

Find the house cusp that Aries is on. So, the sign of Aries will be spread a little in the house before the Aries cusp and the house of the Aries cusp. Pay attention to which houses Saturn will transit as it makes its way through Aries over the next two and a half years.

Example Chart

In the example chart for Trump, you can see that Aries is on his 9th house cusp, but Aries starts in his 8th house and goes into his 9th house. At some time in the future, and as Saturn transits Aries, it will move from his 8th house into his 9th house. Look for this in your own chart.

Aries

1st House: Identity and Personal Growth

This is your time of transformation, but not without effort. Saturn in your own sign means a complete personal restructuring. You’ll be challenged to take yourself seriously, commit to long-term goals and build a strong, mature identity. If you’ve been reckless or inconsistent, Saturn will force you to step up, take control and embody true leadership. You can expect tests of confidence, but also huge rewards for perseverance.

Taurus

12th House: Subconscious and Spiritual Growth

This is a deeply introspective time where hidden fears, past traumas and subconscious patterns come to the surface. Saturn is likely to force you to let go of old baggage, set healthy boundaries and focus on inner healing when in the 12th house. Spiritual discipline, like meditation, therapy, or deep self-reflection, will be necessary you’re your inner transformation.

Gemini

11th House: Community, Goals and Social Influence

Your social life and future aspirations are now under construction. Saturn asks you to refine your friendships, cut out superficial connections and build meaningful networks. Long-term goals will need you to make some serious effort, but the rewards will be lasting. Social status, networking and leadership in group settings will probably become serious matters for you.

Cancer

10th House: Career, Public Image and Legacy

Your career and public standing are now under Saturn’s watchful eye as Saturn moves through your 10th House. This is a time for professional growth, but also serious responsibility. If you’ve been unsure of your career path and the way forward, now Saturn will urge you to get clear on what you’re doing, work hard and prove your worth. Bosses, authority figures, or your own personal ambitions will demand more effort, but as always with Saturn, the results will lead to long-term success and recognition.

Leo

9th House: Learning, Travel and Expansion

Saturn asks you to redefine your beliefs, your long-term vision and your personal philosophy. Travel, education and spiritual growth may require more effort, but structured learning and disciplined expansion will lead to profound wisdom. Saturn usually build walls, but in the 9th house it can build bridges too, bridges to your future public self as it will soon cross the Midheaven. This is a time to commit to higher education, start teaching, or refine your life’s purpose through deep self-exploration.

Virgo

8th House: Intimacy, Transformation and Shared Resources

Your approach to deep emotional connections, finances and transformation will no doubt be restructured as Saturn passes through your 8th house. Saturn here asks you to take responsibility in committed financial matters (especially debts, taxes, or inheritances) and to navigate deep emotional bonds with maturity. If you’ve avoided intimacy or vulnerability, this transit will force you to confront and heal those fears.

Libra

7th House: Relationships and Partnerships

Saturn brings serious lessons in your relationships when it transits your 7th house. Whether you’re single or in a partnership, expect tests in commitment, responsibility and long-term compatibility. Any weak or fragile relationships may crumble now, while strong ones will be solidified through maturity and effort. This is a time to establish healthy relationship boundaries and redefine your expectations of love and partnership.

Scorpio

6th House: Work, Health and Daily Routine

Saturn demands discipline in your daily habits, work routines and health when is transits your 6th house. This is a time to commit to structured self-care, develop long-term health plans and refine your work-life balance. You may take on more responsibilities at work, but organization and strategy will be key to avoiding burnout. A structured fitness or wellness routine will yield powerful results.

Sagittarius

5th House: Creativity, Passion and Romance

Your natural free-spirited, adventurous nature will be challenged to grow up a little and mature. Saturn in Aries urges you to take your creative projects seriously and turn your hobbies into businesses, or passions into structured pursuits. Love and romance may feel more serious or restricted, but this is a time to build a meaningful and lasting love life rather than have endless fleeting flings.

Capricorn

4th House: Home, Family and Emotional Security

When Saturn transits your 4th house is suggests that big changes in your home, family and personal foundations are coming. Saturn may bring family responsibilities, moving against the urge, home relocations, or challenges in establishing emotional security. If your life foundation isn’t solid, this is the time to rebuild it with strength and get some concrete support in your life. Real estate investments, generational solidatity, or creating a stable home life will be major themes now

Aquarius

3rd House: Communication, Learning and Mindset

Your way of thinking, communicating and processing information is about to undergo a mature transformation. It’s time to get organized. Saturn transiting the 3rd house will challenge you to speak with clarity, structure your ideas and focus on disciplined learning. Writing, teaching, or public speaking may become areas of responsibility, while casual conversations and superficial information will no longer satisfy you.

Pisces

2nd House: Finances, Self-Worth and Stability

Financial responsibility is a major theme for you as Saturn transits your 2nd house. Saturn in Aries asks you to budget wisely, build financial security and take responsibility for your resources. You may have to work harder for money, or less money, but careful financial planning will lead to long-term stability. On a deeper level, this transit will also challenge you to develop self-confidence and recognize your self-worth beyond material success.

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Discipline meets Drive

Saturn in Aries is a time to step up, take risks with limits and develop true grit. The world will likely see emerging leaders, shifts in authority and a push toward individual personal empowerment. If you’ve been waiting for a sign to take control of your destiny, this is it.

Saturn in Aries is a time of bold transformation, where discipline meets drive and responsibility fuels innovation. This is the time to get things in place and done. This contradictory energy challenges you to take ownership of your ambitions, act with wisdom and build a strong foundation for your lasting success. Don’t miss the chance to lean into this transit and get things sorted out once and for all

This period until 2028, is not just a test of willpower but it is an opportunity to forge a new identity, embrace challenges with confidence and prove what you’re truly capable of achieving. You can do it.

Author Bio

Alison Price: Professional Astrologer

Alison helps you uncover your individual creativity and lead a fulfilling life using your own astrology. She shares her wisdom from the heart with a touch of humor. She offers Consultations for everyone and Coaching for Aspiring Astrologers.

If you’d like to get in touch with Alison, you can reach out to her via email at starzology@gmail.com.

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Neptune in Aries

Neptune in Aries

Author: Alison Price   –   Published: March 2025

Neptune in Aries

Podcast

In this week’s podcast episode Arwynne and I discuss the super important ingress of Neptune into Aries. This transition is significant because Neptune, the planet of dreams, illusions, spirituality and higher consciousness, has been super comfortable in Pisces (its home sign) since 2012.

 

Neptune in Aries

Enters Aries

Neptune moves into Aries on March 31st, 2025 which marks a major shift in collective energy. At the ingress moment, Neptune will cross over the Aries point at the very beginning of the zodiac to start a new cycle through the whole tropical zodiac. In Aries, Neptune takes on a completely different tone than it had in Pisces. Now, it emphasizes individuality, action and a pioneering spirit rather than the boundless, dreamy nature which it had in Pisces.

Key Themes of Neptune in Aries (2025–2039)

Spiritual Pioneers

Aries is about courage and breaking new ground. Neptune here may inspire spiritual warriors and people who will actively fight for their beliefs or forge their own new spiritual paths. You can expect a rise in innovative spiritual movements or leaders who promote self-discovery through action (Aries), rather than passive contemplation (Pisces).

Illusions Around Identity and Leadership

Neptune’s foggy influence in Aries could lead to some confusion around leadership, ego and your personal identity. It is likely that some global charismatic figures may emerge, but there could be deception around personal power and self-proclaimed leaders. The challenge is to discern true leadership from self-aggrandizement.

Fantasy Meets Action

Neptune rules your imagination and Aries is about initiating things. This could be a time when your dreams get put into motion, but it could also be when impulsive fantasies lead to unrealistic actions. Overall, this could show up in business, technology, space exploration, or even military strategies.

Shifts in Global Activism

Aries is bold and direct, while Neptune is about ideals. Together, they can probably drive social movements, but also create misguided activism where emotions override facts. People may feel deeply called to a cause, but here discernment is key and the question is, “Is it truly meaningful, or just a reactionary trend?”

Innovation in Healing and Energy Work

A shift from passive, meditative healing to active, movement-based spiritual practices like martial arts, hot yoga and energy work is likely now. New discoveries in alternative medicine, holistic healing and mind-body connections could emerge.

A New Era in Art and Creativity

Aries brings boldness and originality, so you can expect edgier, bolder artistic styles and artists to emerge. Creations in music, film and literature may take on a more raw, unfiltered and independent vibe. Themes of heroism, superheroes, rebellion and individualism will likely dominate creative expression.

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Challenges of Neptune in Aries

Ego or Altruism

Be aware of pursuing your personal dreams without losing sight of the collective good.

Impulsiveness and Disillusionment

You may be tempted to rush into things without a solid foundation which can quickly lead to burnout or disappointment.

War and Deception

On a wider level, Aries is linked to conflict and Neptune can blur the truth. This combination of fighting and ambiguity could lead to ideological battles, misinformation, or deceptive military tactics.

What It Means for You

Aries Placements

If you have Aries placements (the Sun, the Moon, Ascendant, or personal planets), you may feel an urge to align your dreams with direct action.

Libra, Cancer or Capricorn Placements

If you have Libra, Cancer, or Capricorn placements, Neptune’s influence may challenge your sense of self or your relationships. Everyone will feel this transit differently depending on their chart, but the key is to find a way to balance idealism with action and intuition with discernment.

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Neptune

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Fight for Beliefs

Neptune in Aries is a bit of a wake-up call from the dreamy, boundaryless world of Pisces. It’s time to fight for what we believe in, turn dreams into action and redefine what personal and collective spirituality looks like. The next fourteen years will shape a new vision for leadership, activism and creativity and one that blends idealism with courage.

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Alison Price: Professional Astrologer

Alison helps you uncover your individual creativity and lead a fulfilling life using your own astrology. She shares her wisdom from the heart with a touch of humor. She offers Consultations for everyone and Coaching for Aspiring Astrologers.

If you’d like to get in touch with Alison, you can reach out to her via email at starzology@gmail.com.

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New Moon in Pisces

Author: Alison Price   –   Published: December 2024

New Moon in Pisces

Musings

As we cycle through the astrological year, planets change signs, move forwards, move backwards and create different patterns and clusters within the Zodiac. Now frequently they are just plonked about the chart willy nilly, but for the New Moon in February, we have a cluster of planets in Pisces. Today I’m particularly focusing on the New Moon in Pisces on February the 27th and have shown the chart for this set for Vancouver. And you will also notice that this is a bowl chart once more underlining the concentration vibe of this chart where all the planets are in within (less than) an opposition between Pluto and Mars. Although it’s not an opposition per se, it’s less than it’s an even tighter grouping in the bowl.

 

 

Pisces in My Life

Family

Personally, I don’t often come across Pisces people as friends, or clients, because their Sun is quincunx to my Sun. So there is always a slightly, dare I say irritating, energy between their Pisces Sun and my Leo Sun. However, my family had different ideas. 

In my household, both my mother and my father were Sun Pisces with birthdays on the 18th and 19th of March respectively. Additionally, my one and only sister is also a Pisces, born on February 26th. And one of my three daughters is a Pisces too and her birthday is on March the 5th. 

This just makes Pisces one of those signs that I tend to know quite a bit about because I’ve seen these people in action, close up and personal. And let me tell you, a lot of what goes on happens at the shoe shop. I thought it would be thought-provoking this week to discuss this high concentration of five planets, plus one point, in Pisces, which will really only happen for a swift day or two as the Moon transits the sign of the Fish.

A New Beginning

Mystical Waters

The New Moon on February 27, 2025, occurs at 9° Pisces, ushering in a fresh lunar cycle infused with intuition, dreams and emotional depth. While New Moons happen every month, marking a time of renewal and setting New Moon Wishing, this particular lunation is uniquely powerful due to an extraordinary planetary alignment in the sign of Pisces.

A Concentration of Pisces Energy

In astrology, we track the movement of ten celestial bodies, from the Sun to Pluto and sometimes include Chiron, a minor planet associated with healing. During this New Moon, a remarkable five of these planets will be in Pisces, making this a significant cosmic event. Pisces is the final sign of the Zodiac, symbolizing completion, surrender and spiritual awakening. When a cluster of planets gathers in one sign, their combined influence amplifies that sign’s themes. In this case, the watery, mutable and deeply intuitive nature of Pisces is emphasized, creating an atmosphere rich with creativity, mysticism and emotional sensitivity.

The Five Planets in Pisces

Quintet

At the moment of this New Moon, the following planets will be transiting Pisces:

 

  • The Sun: Illuminating Pisces’ themes of imagination, spirituality and compassion.
  • The Moon: Aligning our emotions with Piscean energies, enhancing intuition and inner reflection.
  • Saturn: Bringing a structured or karmic element to this otherwise fluid and dreamy sign.
  • Mercury: Encouraging intuitive communication and deep inner thinking.
  • Neptune: The ruler of Pisces, heightening dreams, visions and spiritual awareness.

 

Concentration

This concentration of planetary energy in Pisces makes this an ideal time for creative pursuits, meditation, healing and emotional introspection. However, it can also bring sharp sensitivity, blurred boundaries and potential confusion, so grounding practices will be beneficial.

The North Node and Upcoming Eclipse

Eclipse

Adding another layer of significance, the North Node will be at 27° Pisces, aligning with this lunation in preparation for an upcoming Aries eclipse in March. The North Node represents destiny and soul growth, suggesting that this New Moon may set the stage for important shifts in collective consciousness and personal spiritual development. With such an intense Pisces influence, this period encourages us to trust our intuition, embrace our dreams and flow with the cosmic currents rather than resisting them.

Pisces Tenants

Let’s take a closer look at this concentration of Piscean energy.

The Sun in Pisces

Intuition

When the Sun is in Pisces, people are deeply intuitive, imaginative and compassionate. Pisces is a water sign ruled by Neptune, giving these people a dreamy, artistic and often mystical quality. They have a natural affinity for the spiritual, the unseen and the emotional depths of life.

Empathetic

People with the Sun in Pisces are empathetic and tend to absorb the energy of those around them, this makes them sensitive to their environment. They often have a strong creative streak, excelling in music, poetry, art and storytelling. However, their emotional depth can sometimes make them prone to escapism, as they seek refuge in fantasies, daydreams, ghosting or even unhealthy habits.

Spiritual

At their best, they are healers, visionaries and artists who bring beauty and compassion to the world. Sun in Pisces people’s challenge is to set healthy boundaries and stay grounded while embracing their deep emotional and spiritual nature.

The Moon in Pisces

Sensitivity

The Moon represents emotions, instincts and inner needs and when placed in Pisces, it enhances sensitivity, intuition and emotional depth. People with this placement feel everything on a profound level and may have psychic or intuitive abilities.

Absorbing

Their emotions are fluid, often changing like the tides and they can easily pick up on the moods of others. This makes Moon in Pisces people highly compassionate and nurturing but also they cab be susceptible to emotional overwhelm. Lunar Pisceans may need alone time to recharge, as they can absorb too much from their surroundings.

Meditation

This placement is excellent for artistic expression, as they channel their emotions into music, poetry, painting, or other creative outlets. However, Lunar Fish folk must be mindful of avoiding escapism through substances, fantasy, or emotional withdrawal. Meditation, spiritual practices and grounding techniques are likely to help them maintain emotional balance.

Saturn in Pisces

Reality vs Imagination

Saturn represents structure, discipline and responsibility, when Saturn is in Pisces is a dreamy and fluid sign. This combination brings a lesson in balancing reality with imagination. People with Saturn in Pisces may struggle with self-doubt, fears of the unknown, or feeling disconnected from reality.

The Call to Serve

This placement often leads to a deep sense of responsibility toward spiritual, artistic, or healing pursuits. These people may feel a strong duty to serve others, but they perhaps need to learn to set boundaries to avoid becoming easily overwhelmed. They might also experience challenges in trusting their intuition or in clearly defining their personal and professional goals.

Practical Spirituality

Over time, Saturn in Pisces teaches the importance of structure within creativity and spirituality. When mastered, this placement allows for disciplined artistic expression, practical spirituality and their ability to bring their dreams into reality in a tangible way.

Mercury in Pisces

Abstract Thoughts

Mercury governs communication, thinking and perception and while it is Pisces it is intuitive, imaginative and dreamy. People with Mercury in Pisces think in patterns, symbols, emotions and abstract concepts rather than rigid logic. Their communication style is poetic, expressive and often deeply emotional.

Storytelling and Fairy Tales

Mercurial Pisceans may be excellent storytellers, musicians, or visual artists, as they can convey deep emotions through their chosen medium. Yet, their thought processes can sometimes be scattered and they may struggle with the details or analytical tasks.  They tend to rely on gut feelings rather than logic, which can make decision-making perplexing.

Spiritual Messages

Mercury in Pisces people thrive in creative and spiritual fields but may need to work on grounding their thoughts and being clear in communication, as they can sometimes be vague, confused or misunderstood. Writing, journaling and meditation will most likely help to bring them clarity to their thoughts.

Neptune in Pisces

Dignified

Neptune is the modern ruling planet of Pisces (Jupiter is the traditional ruler) and when it is in its home sign, its influence is super strong. This placement enhances intuition, spirituality, creativity and compassion on a collective level.

What Goes Unsaid

People born with Neptune in Pisces are deeply connected to the mystical and unseen realms. They may have natural psychic abilities, clairvoyance or a strong interest in spiritual practices like meditation, crystal ball reading, or energy healing. Their imagination is vast, making them gifted artists, musicians and visionaries.

Seek Grounding

However, the placement of Neptune in Pisces also brings trials surrounding illusions, deception and escapism. It can blur the lines between reality and fantasy, making it easy to become lost in daydreams or unhealthy habits. Developing discernment and grounding practices is crucial for those with Neptune in Pisces.

Collective Healing

On a global scale, Neptune in Pisces influences artistic and spiritual awakenings, inspiring movements focused on compassion, unity and collective healing.

Overarch

It’s not every month that we come across a group of planets which is almost half of the plants available in one sign, but when you do it does add an overarching theme to the period.

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Author Bio

Alison Price: Professional Astrologer

Alison helps you uncover your individual creativity and lead a fulfilling life using your own astrology. She shares her wisdom from the heart with a touch of humor. She offers Consultations for everyone and Coaching for Aspiring Astrologers.

If you’d like to get in touch with Alison, you can reach out to her via email at starzology@gmail.com.

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Venus Retrograde 2025

Venus Retrograde 2025

Author: Alison Price   –   Published: March 2025

Venus Retrograde 2025

Mark your calendars, as the the love and money planet Venus is going retrograde and this is set to begin on March 2, 2025 and will continue until April 13, 2025, from Aries to 24° Pisces. This cosmic event occurs when Venus appears to move backward through the zodiac from our perspective on Earth. This Venus retrograde period offers an opportunity for reflection, refinement and reassessment in the areas of love, money and values.

Podcast

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What to Expect During Venus Retrograde

Aries / Pisces

Venus will retrograde in the two signs of Aries and Pisces.

Money and Love

Venus retrograde periods can feel like cosmic slowdowns in matters of the heart and finances.

Relationships Revisited

Old flames, long-lost friends, or unresolved conflicts may resurface. Use this time to gain closure or clarity rather than reigniting the past. You may find yourself revisiting old relationships or reflecting on how you communicate your desires and values to others. Expect moments of nostalgia, especially with friendships or romantic partnerships that have unfinished business.

Financial Reflection

Venus governs not only love but also money. Re-evaluate your spending habits, investment strategies and financial goals. Avoid major purchases or signing contracts during this time, as decisions may need revising later.

Redefining Beauty and Values

How you view beauty in yourself, in others, or in your surroundings may shift. You might feel inspired to reassess your style, redecorate your space, or rethink what truly brings you joy.

How to Thrive During The 2025 Venus Retrograde

Position

As Venus retrogrades through Aries and Pisces pay attention to the signs and position as it moves through your Natal chart.

Key Dates to Watch

Venus Enters Shadow

January 29th, 2025: Venus enters the shadow, which is the point where it will ultimately. station direct later in the year. Any planets that Venus conjoins now will receive-3 hit transits.

Venus Stations Retrograde

March 1st, 2025: This is the first turning point when Venus turns retrograde. Themes of reflection begin to surface.

Sun conjoins Venus

March 23rd, 2025: The Sun conjoins Venus, marking a moment of insight and clarity.

Venus Retrogrades to Pisces

March 27th, 2025: Now Venus moves backwards into Pisces from Aries.

Venus Stations Direct

April 12, 2025: Venus stations direct and forward momentum resumes. At this point, the retrograde section has passed.

Venus Leaves Shadow

May 16, 2025: Venus has left the shadow and the whole retrograde sequence is now finalized.

Book Recommendations

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Venus: Her Cycles, Symbols and Myths by Anne Massey

Venus Star Rising: A New Cosmology for the Twenty-First Century by Arielle Guttman.

Venus Signs: Discover Your Erotic Gifts and Secret Desires by Jessica Shepherd

Venus: The Gift of Love by Martin Schulman

Extend Yourself

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In your astrology journal, please do the following.

  • Note the dates that Venus will be retrograde in 2025, which are March the 2nd to April the 13th.
  • Note the degrees of the zodiac where Venus will be retrograde this year which are from 10° Aries to 24° Pisces.
  • In your natal chart, find which house is this retrograde Venus will pass over. It could be one house, or it could go over into two houses.
  • Note any planets that retrograde Venus will contact this year with a three hit transit.

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Forecast

  • Write an interpretation for yourself for this Venus retrograde. Make sure to mention the areas of life which will be affected and any conjunctions Venus may make. Additionally you can also add in oppositions and squares if you like (500 words).

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Realign

Venus retrograde isn’t something to fear, it’s a chance to slow down and realign. While it may bring challenges or moments of discomfort, it’s ultimately a time for deep personal and relationship growth. Embracing this 2025 cosmic pause will allow you to gain clarity, strengthen connections and rediscover your core values.

You are in Control

Be mindful that astrology offers guidance, but you yourself have the power to shape your journey. Use this marvelous Venus retrograde period as an opportunity to reflect, reconnect and focus on what truly matters to you in love and money.

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Solar Return: Sun House Pattern

Solar Return: Sun House Pattern

Author: Alison Price   –   Published: December 2024

Solar Return Sun House Pattern

Many of you as astrologers, will be doing predictions and using the direct forecasting technique of solar returns. I’m not going to go into the ins and outs of solar return chart per se, because I’m sure you know how to do that already. However, I do want to discuss how the pattern shift of the solar return Sun unfolds overtime and how it is in a different type of house each year.

Example Chart

I’ll be using the chart of Taylor Swift as my example throughout. Birth data: 5:17am, December 13th, 1989, Reading, PA, USA. Rodden AA.

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Solar Return Sun House Pattern

Solar Return Chart

Let me explain the annual motion of the Solar Return Sun through the housesThe Solar Return is a yearly chart cast for the exact moment when the Sun returns to its natal position. 

Due to the difference between the solar year (365.25 days) and calendar year (365 days), this moment shifts approximately 6 hours later each year. This 6-hour shift has a significant impact on house placements because the houses are based on the Earth’s daily rotation. In 6 hours, the Earth rotates about 90 degrees (roughly one-quarter of a full 360° rotation). This means that the solar return Sun moves backwards through the houses by about 3 houses each year.

Movement

Same Place

This pattern will only repeat in sequence if you are in the same place on Earth for every solar return birthday. It will be perfect if you use equal houses and live on the equator, otherwise there is a slight warp to the pattern. And if you move from here to there for each birthday the pattern will not hold.

For Taylor Swift, as she has multiple homes around the world, I chose to use her birthplace for this example, although clearly, she would not necessarily be in Reading PA each year, this is an example. You can do this for your own chart as well. Cast the next 12 solar return charts and see how the Sun moves through the houses for each year.

Example Pattern

This list shows the Sun moving through the houses in Swift’s solar return chart for upcoming years. Also note the solar return Sun usually moves about one quarter of the chart backwards. This means that for any solar return chart which you cast, you can usually guess where in the chart the Sun will be in the subsequent year, without having to cast the actual chart.

 

2024, 6th House – cadent.

2025, 4th House – angular.

2026, 2nd House – succedent.

2027, 10th House– angular.

2028, 7th House – angular.

2029, 4th House – angular.

2030, 2nd House – succedent.

2031, 11th house – succedent.

2032, 7th House – angular.

2033, 4th House – angular.

2034, 2nd House – succedent.

2035, 3rd House – cadent.

2036, 7th House – angular.

2037, 5th House – succedent.

2038, 2nd House – succedent.

 

Missing Houses

In this list, please note that she does not have the solar return Sun in the 1st, 8th or 12th houses during this 14-year sample.

Pattern Sort-of

As we can see from this 14-year list sample of her solar return house positions, the movement is not exact.

But what is happening is that we have multiple years in succedent houses, then multiple years in angular houses, and then later, there will be multiple years in cadent houses.

This then shows overarching themes going on for years in her life.

2024

Solar Return for 2024 has the Sun in the 6th house.

2025

Solar Return for 2025 has the Sun in the 4th house.

2025

2026

Solar Return for 2026 has the Sun in the 2nd house.

2027

Solar Return for 2027 has the Sun in the 1oth house.

2027

2028

Solar Return for 2028 has the Sun in the 7th house.

2029

Solar Return for 2029 has the Sun in the 4th house.

2030

Solar Return for 2030 has the Sun in the 2nd house.

2031

Solar Return for 2031 has the Sun in the 11th house.

2032

Solar Return for 2032 has the Sun in the 7th house.

2033

Solar Return for 2033 has the Sun in the 4th house.

2034

Solar Return for 2034 has the Sun in the 2nd house.

2035

Solar Return for 2035 has the Sun in the 3rd house.

2036

Solar Return for 2036 has the Sun in the 7th house.

2037

Solar Return for 2037 has the Sun in the 5th house.

2038

Solar Return for 2038 has the Sun in the 2nd house.

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Progressed Lunar Phase

Progressed Lunar Phase

Author: Alison Price   –   Published: March 2025

Working with the Progressed Lunar Phase

Once you understand how to interpret a natal chart, which can take a long time, you would then probably move onto astrological forecasting.

Direct Forecasting

Typically, you would maybe start with direct forecasting techniques like transits first, eclipses and then you’d move on to solar returns.

Symbolic Forecasting

Finally, you’d move on to the symbolic forecasting techniques, of which there are two that I generally use, which are, secondary progressions and solar arc directions. But within secondary progressions is a very important part which is the progressed lunar phase. By the way, if you don’t learn anything else in progressions, you really do need to know about the progressed lunar phase. So, let’s get started…

Transiting Lunar Phase

Definition

Let’s first consider the transiting lunar phases which occurs as the Moon goes round the Earth once a month. These phases begin at the New Moon where the Moon grows in light to the Full Moon. Then from the Full Moon, the light reduces back down to the next New Moon when the cycle begins again. In this way there are two weeks of growth and two weeks of reduction or holding. This is the transiting lunar phase that we all know and love. We can all see the Full Moon, which we have been able to since the day we were born, so it’s nothing new really, but now it is just about understanding the different phases.

The Principle of Phase

The Moon is not the only planet to actually phase. We do see phases of Mercury and Venus quite clearly with the telescope. On occasion there are phases of the other planets, Mars, Jupiter and Saturn. We are only likely to see the superior planets when they’re in the full phase, and therefore they are opposite the Sun, because that is really the best time as we can view them from Earth. If the superior planets are on the other side of the Sun to us, we can’t even see them. We never see their full range of phases.

With the inferior planets, Mercury and Venus, we can look and view several of the phases, especially the quarter phases, but not all of the stages as we can see with the Moon. This really means that the Moon dominates when it comes down to phases.

The Lunar Phases

Eight Phases

Throughout the lunar cycle, there are eight Moon phasesThe synodic cycle starts at the Moon’s conjunction to the Sun and finishes when the Moon once more makes a conjunction back to the Sun which takes about 29 1/2 days. 

The eight lunar phases in order are:

 

  • New Moon phase.
  • Crescent phase.
  • First Quarter phase.
  • Gibbous phase.
  • Full Moon phase.
  • Disseminating phase.
  • Last Quarter phase.
  • And Balsamic phase

Natal Chart

Natal Lunar Phase

In your natal chart, you will discover that you have a particular lunar phase and it will be one of the eight phases listed above. Personally, I was born during the Crescent phase, so this means that the Moon was slightly ahead of the Sun and is opening up (or waxing) the angle from the conjunction and thus gaining in light. Your natal lunar phase that you were born with stays with you for the rest of your life.

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Example Chart

I just want to show you the difference between the two types of lunar phase. I will use the example of John Travolta’s chart shown below. In this bi-wheel, his natal chart is on the inner ring and his secondary progressed chart is on the outer ring.

Natal Lunar Phase

Travolta’s natal lunar phase is Full (marked in blue). You can see that the Moon has just passed the opposition to the Sun and so is in the Full Moon phase.

Progressed Lunar Phase

He secondary progressed lunar phase is Balsamic (marked in red) because the Moon is moving towards the conjunction to the progressed Sun. We can tell that in a year or two, he will have his very exciting, and highly significant, progressed New Moon. This conjunction will be in Taurus where the Moon is exalted and therefore well placed.

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Progressed Lunar Phase

Progressed Chart

The secondary progressed chart is calculated by taking one day to equal one year of life. Example, if you are 50 years old, you count forward 50 days in the ephemeris and that is your progressed chart. This sounds simple, but back in the day, when we had to calculate these progressed charts by hand, you really paid attention.

Progressed Sun

All the progressed planets will move. In general, the progressed Sun will move around 1° forward in the zodiac for each year of your life. This progression equates to 360° in 365 days a year, so it does vary slightly.

Progressed Moon to Natal Moon

Now the progressed Moon, because it moves a full cycle in around twenty-nine and a half years, this means that the progressed Moon will return to your natal lunar position at around age twenty-nine and a half. And if, for example, you are fifty years old, as we mentioned earlier, the Moon will then move once more off from the position of your natal Moon and will be somewhere else in your chart.

The progressed Moon can be anywhere in the progressed chart. If you’re over 30, you will have had a full cycle, if you’re over 60 you will have had two full cycles, and if you’re over 90 you will have had three full cycles. But that is the cycle from your progressed Moon to your natal Moon.

 

Progressed Moon to Progressed Sun

When we look at the progressed lunar phase, we consider the progressed Moon and its relationship to the progressed Sun. As I mentioned earlier, your progressed Sun moves around 1° for each year of your life, so your progressed Sun has moved and the progressed Moon could be anywhere. The point is, that the progressed Moon will still be in a phase with the progressed Sun and this is known as the progressed lunar phase. Even if you were born, as I was with the natal Crescent phase or whatever phase you were born with, you are stuck with that phase for the rest of your life, but your progressed lunar phase changes all the time.

 

Current Progressed Lunar Phase

You need to find out what phase your progressed Moon is in today and you would do by looking at the position of your progressed Sun and calculating how far the Moon is away from the progressed Sun in the cycle. This will tell you which of the eight phases your progressed Moon is now.

Phase Changes

Timing

The progressed lunar phase will change every three and a half years. In general, there are no orbs with phase change, for example, it is either in the New Moon phase or it’s in the Crescent phase. The progressed Moon is never in two phases at once. Only as the Moon makes the exact aspect to the progressed Sun will the phase change happen. There will be frequent progressed lunar phase changes in your life. As I said, it’s around every three and a half years and you need to know when the next phase change is going to happen for you.

Duration

Phase Change Influence

Even though each phase lasts about three and a half years, the important period is the six months just after the phase has changed. Say for instance, you have a phase change on July 1st, 2025, and maybe your Moon is going from Balsamic to the New Moon phase, this would be a critically important time, and it is known as a progressed New Moon. And bear in mind that each of the phases in their turn will have an impact on your life. But in general, the critical time for the progressed lunar phase change is within six months of that change within the three and a half years. I generally consider this an important forecasting marker around when the progressed Moon is withing 8° of the phase change.

Forecasting

What to Do

As a good astrologer, not only would you find out which progressed lunar phase you are in at the moment, you also need to discover when the progressed Moon will enter into the next progressed lunar phase. The progressed lunar phases have the identical sequence as the transiting lunar phases, but now they are called the progressed lunar phases and I will list them here for clarity. I have some more general forecasting tips as well.

 

Progressed Phase Names

The eight progressed lunar phases in order are:

  • Progressed New Moon phase
  • Progressed Crescent phase.
  • Progressed First Quarter phase.
  • Progressed Gibbous phase.
  • Progressed Full Moon phase.
  • Progressed Disseminating phase.
  • Progressed Last Quarter phase.
  • Progressed Balsamic phase.

Important Phase Changes

Pecking Order

Not all progressed lunar phases are created equal and some phase changes are tremendously more important than others, allow me to explain.

One Conjunction

The progressed New Moon phase is the most important because it kicks off a fresh cycle for you. This happens once at the start of the synodic cycle at the progressed Moon’s conjunction to the progressed Sun

One Opposition

The next most significant phase is the progressed Full Moon phase because this shows the complete culmination of all your efforts over the last fourteen years since the progressed New Moon occurred. This happens once in the whole cycle at the progressed Moon’s opposition to the progressed Sun.

Two Squares

The 3rd and 4th most important progressed lunar phases transpire at the two quarters. The two square aspects are when the progressed Moon is square (either opening or closing) to the progressed Sun. The two square (tense) phases are the progressed first quarter phase and the progressed last quarter phase.

Four Eighths

The final four phases are of slightly less importance because they are all set at the octile aspects of the semi-squares and sesquiquadrates. When the progressed Moon is semi-square, or sesquiquadrate, to the progressed Sun, is when these four phases come into effect, and they are as follows:

 

  • Progressed Crescent phase (opening semi-square).
  • Progressed Gibbous phase (opening sesquiquadrate).
  • Progressed Disseminating phase (closing sesquiquadrate).
  • Progressed Balsamic phase (closing semi-square).
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Forecasting Skills

Progressions

As a forecasting astrologer, you would do well to pay close attention to any progressed lunar phase change for your client in the upcoming twelve months for which you are forecasting. If your client happens to come to you during a time when you look one year forward and there is no progressed lunar phase change, then you are unlikely to be mention this at all. However, if in the next twelve months there is going to be a progress lunation phase change, it is critical that you comment on it.

Exact Day

There will be a specific day when the progressed phase changes as the Moon makes the exact aspect to the Sun. Generally, you don’t want to mention forecast shifts or things to-the-day because, of course, birth times are always slightly out. What you want to do is discuss the fact that during the third week of October, for example, there’s going to be shift in energy.

You don’t need to mention that it’s the progressed lunar phase that changing, we know that it is, but from your client’s point of view you only need to explain that there is going to be an energy shift related to the actual sign, house and phase unfolding for them.

Interpretation Steps

1. Progressed Moon Aspect Progressed Sun

Look for the exact aspect between the progressed Moon and the progressed Sun to find out exactly which day the phase change will occur. If you have the professional astrology software Solar Fire, it will calculate it for you. However, if you’re using Astra Gold, you can just step the progressed chart forward to find out which day this occurs.

 

2. Sign and Degree

You need to find out which sign the progressed Moon will be in at the phase change. With this sign, of course, you would pay attention to the essential dignity so that you can determine whether the Moon is well placed or not for your client in this progressed period.

 

3. Aspects

Pay attention to all aspects the progressed Moon makes into the natal chart. Particularly look for conjunctions, oppositions or squares to natal planets. Additionally, check the Moon’s connection to the nodal axis within the natal chart.

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Direct

When you start with forecasting, it’s best to begin with direct forecasting techniques and that means transits as you get a grip on what’s going on up there now. Next, I suggest you move on to solar returns because they’re just an extension of transits.

 

Indirect

Once you decide to move into symbolic forecasting the best place to start is with secondary progressions. And as I say, if you only do one thing, do the progressed Moon because it’s a fast-moving progression. You can monitor the progressed Moon in your own life and the lives of your family members. See how these phases unfold through the cycle and the critical phase changes which happen at the eight specific hard aspects to the Sun, which is around once in every three and a half years.

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