Clearing the cobwebs
It was a tumultuous Summer, and with so
many planets sitting in unstable early degrees of signs, we can expect
these types of convulsions for the rest of the year as the new
configuration starts to take a more stable form when Uranus moves into
Gemini in April 2026, the final card of the great planetary shifts. We
have a rather powerful Fall equinox that coincides with a solar eclipse a day
earlier, a powerful Mars ingress into Scorpio, and a volatile Mars square
Pluto, exact on September 24. 1-
Sun/Moon/Mercury opposition Neptune/Saturn Uranus
Pluto Neptune kite
The
standout aspect for the chart is a tight Sun opposite Saturn where a heavy dose
of realism seems forced upon us where we can be feeling blocked, encountering
obstacles to progress, and inhibitions. Our confidence is undermined by
feelings of doubt, pessimism, or guilt. However, this is part of larger,
Moon/Sun/Mercury conjunction opposite the Saturn/Neptune conjunction.
The
Sun/Moon/Mercury conjunction in practical, diplomatic Libra brings a strong mind/body/emotion
balance geared towards pleasant relationships, fair dealings, diplomatic, social
harmony. We are especially sharp, open, articulate, communication can be
impactful, with a practical detail-oriented sense, favorable for solving
problems.
The
Saturn/Neptune conjunction brings insecurity,
confusion, self-doubt, and guilt. This can be depressing, but it does not have
to be. This can be a satisfying time if you are secure in your limitations and
have been responsible, honest, and fair in your dealings.
And
so the Moon/Sun/Mercury conjunction opposite the Saturn/Neptune
conjunction can bring a tendency to get lost in dreamy, escapist fantasy where
we feel directionless and less able to face everyday realities. Projects faced
with obstacles, blockages and delays. Mentally lazy, confused and difficulty in
communicating, pessimism, and depression can be a problem. Problems with relationship boundaries can arise,
although the conjunctions can help with sharper communication and thinking as
well as sense of practicality and good relationships.
However,
this opposition is part of a kite formation, therefore it brings maximal
positive support with the difficult energies. So we have a very supportive
Sun/Moon trine Pluto and Uranus.
This brings a strong decisiveness and ability to focus
on practical details with strong endurance. Sense of leadership connecting with
humanitarian and social justice issues. We have increased insight,
psychological understanding and awareness. There is also enhanced emotional
sensitivity and psychic perception. Intimate relationships can also undergo a
positive regeneration.
This also brings a strong sense of originality. We may make some creative changes and
discoveries, experiment with new possibilities, or invent a new way of doing
things, especially in terms of communication, technology, and information processing.
The combination of lower inhibitions and fewer restrictions brings positive
change and excitement to your private life without causing upset and chaos, as
there is an impetus for inclusive cooperation.
All this is integrated into the burgeoning Pluto,Saturn/Neptune Uranus tight Minor Grand Trine Magic Triangle A period of potential revolution, innovation
and reform in socio-political structures focused on the environment and
finance Deep psychological insight facilitating spiritual progress,
idealistic values and spiritual awakening.
Two more positive sextiles bring further support.
2- Venus, Jupiter sextiles
Venus in Virgo sextile Mars in Scorpio Our creativity and desire to make something beautiful is stimulated
now. We are feeling passionate, warm, and expressive. Jupiter sextile Saturn Enters Sep 22 2025 Leaves Jan 6 2026 Exact Aug 31 2026. after the pivotal Jupiter square Saturn period, this aspect helps make us pragmatic, realistic, and our judgment is especially sound–and we derive
much satisfaction from practical accomplishment. Now for the more difficult news, we have several tight aspects that make Mars a strong focal point. It's entry position in Scorpio can be considered one it's most powerful points in the zodiac wheel.
3- Mars, Venus squares
Mars
in Scorpio square Pluto in Aquarius. Mars square Jupiter. Venus square
Uranus Volatile. Passions run high, desires are
intense and difficult to satisfy, or power struggles emerge. Over-confidence and
over-estimation of what we can do. We may be excitable and competitive. or
struggles involving differences in principles, especially housing, home and
family matters. issues of freedom versus intimacy, with peculiar or impulsive
attractions that seem exciting, 4- Mars Yod
Can represent an important
call to action and overcoming conflict:
This often involves
confronting conflicts, challenging ingrained habits, and channelling disparate
energies into decisive action.
Mars quincunx Saturn Neptune and Uranus.
This
can be a fluctuating cloud of demotivation that temporarily drains our energy
or makes us feel restless and impatient. We can feel vaguely discontented, without
direction, careless, lazy, indecisive or fearful, hindering us in realizing our
plans. Attempts to force an issue tend to be thwarted. This
can be counteracted by Uranus sextile Neptune Impetus to reform and update how we express
compassion, care for the underprivileged, pursue our dreams, seek escapes, and
do art and creativity.
and Saturn sextile Uranus Common sense blended with
creative flair allows you to take calculated risks that increase the likelihood
of success. ps- There is also a Mars-Chiron opposition that forms a T-square with Pluto, which can bring up deep-seated wounds, feelings of
inadequacy, or experiences of shame and oppression. The acuteness of this experience can lead to introspection favorable for healing.
Analysis
We are entering an exceptionally favorable
astrological period, with the Neptune/Pluto/Uranus ‘Magic Triangle’ (Minor
grand trine) as they all enter new signs, but 2025 is proving to be a
fluctuating period where, due to
retrogrades, the planets are hovering around the cusps of two signs, making
for an unstable transition period. Neptune moves into Aries on March 30 until
October 22, 2025 when he retrogrades back into Pisces. Neptune moves
back into Aries on January 26, 2026 until 2039. Meanwhile, Uranus moves into
Gemini from July 7 to November 8, 2025 when he goes back into Taurus until
April 2026. When Uranus re-enters Gemini in April
2026 we will have entered into an exceptional year of positive aspects in a
more stable fashion as the planets establish themselves in the new signs of
Aries, Aquarius, and Gemini.
Before that,
the recent Jupiter square Saturn and the general instability is placing speed
bumps that allow to process the big changes that are coming. The oncoming
changes are accompanied by tendencies for anxiety and confusion. There can be a
lot of convulsions, conflicts as old systems struggle to resist the energies of
change, with the Jupiter-Saturn square, ending the first quarter of the
20-year Jupiter-Saturn cycle, that creates tensions between optimism and
pessimism, depression and over-confidence as the first of the cycle adjusts to
move into the next five-year phase, the most positive of the 20-year cycle.
A highlight of this chart is that it is so
tightly connected to the Neptune/Pluto/Uranus minor grand trine, allowing us to
experience this pattern along with all the important aspects and sign shifts
that have occurred in swift succession this year. With Saturn, Neptune (which
includes a a debilitated Mars) a lot of
the difficult energies take on a rather doomer nature with tendencies for
withdrawal and escapism. Numerologically however, the year 2025 is said to be
related to Mars, and the chart’s Mars square Pluto points to a volatile season,
with 3 of the 7 volatile Mars aspects occurring this semester, leaving only a week or two where their effect is out of orb. Perhaps it can
be seen as a need for vigorous confrontation with old, outdated structures that
need to be cleared away to allow for positive changes, and a need for peaceful,
firm, effective, pro-active assertiveness towards structures of corruption and
injustices. Intimidation is becoming a growing problem, so learning strategies to deal with this problem effectively can be a very useful undertaking. Overall, one could say that the main theme of the chart is tapping into the motivational inspiration of our values and beliefs to overcome the demoralizing tendencies that block productive action. Although there have been some strong efforts, I do not see the chance of the Russia-Ukraine and Israel-Hamas wars showing any signs of ending before next Spring at the earliest.
Prognostic
This
semester seems characterized by strong impetus for progressive change with inspiration for positive, fair, respectful social relations. Qualities of a
strong mind/body/emotion balance geared towards warm, pleasant fair relationships
are favored. Further qualities of deep insight, articulate communication, strong
decisiveness, focus, endurance, and leadership allowing a practical sense of efficiency
are stimulated. A sense of bold creativity, originality can also inspire a sense of initiative.
At
the same time there is stark tendency for resisting change through escapism, depression
or aggression which can bring insecurity, confusion, self-doubt, and guilt. It can
be depressing, but it can be a call to face challenges realistically. Projects can
be faced with obstacles, blockages and delays.
This can bring tendencies for escapism, getting lost in dreamy fantasies
and distractions. Moreover, tendencies for
conflicts, competition, intimidation and power struggles, with propensities to exaggerate
and over-estimate, can get quite intense and even reach volatile proportions.
Although many positive tools are
potentialized to counteract the debilitating and impulsive energies of the chart, a key strategy could be tapping into the
motivational inspiration of our altruistic values and beliefs to overcome the demoralizing
tendencies that block productive action. Upcoming Aspects
Nov 4 Mars opposition Uranus
Nov 9 Mercury
Retrograde
Nov 29 Mercury Direct
Dec 8, 2025 Mars square Saturn
Sun in Libra August 22-September 22. The
focus is now on balance–finding balance and harmony through
relationships with others and through art. Libra is the sign of the
peacemaker.
Moon in Libra Creating
order is the focus, not necessarily through tidying or organizing as was the
case while the Moon was in Virgo, but rather through pleasing interactions with
others and aesthetics in our environment.
Mercury in Libra
September 18-October 6. When Mercury is in Libra, we are diplomatic and
friendly. During this cycle, we bring a more rational approach to one-to-one
relationships. In our negotiations, we don’t want to assert ourselves so as to
appear to be the “bad guy.” However, this is a reasonable period for
considering others’ points of view. We are more inclined to arrive at fair
conclusions.
Venus in Virgo from
September 19-October 13. We’re keenly interested in ways to enrich our lives
and boost our well-being. “Health is wealth” could be a motto now. We’re
conservative with money, and romance at this time, ready to analyze and dissect
these matters. This can also be a time when helping others, particularly with
good advice regarding these Venus-ruled things, can be prominent and
successful.
Mars in Scorpio September 22 – November 4, Desire,
passion,
and determination all
intensify under this transit, carrying us into hidden territories, those places
within ourselves and our lives where real transformation waits. This is a time
for depth over surface, for courage in confronting truths we might otherwise
avoid, and for pursuing goals with unwavering focus.
Jupiter in Cancer Self
care, security, setting down roots, establishing your ties with the past; often
a sign of growth in all things connected with family and property.
Saturn in Pisces Making peace with the past, coming to terms with
karmic debts: these are some of the issues that confront you as a new phase
begins in your life.
Uranus in Gemini stirring up our ideas, learning, and communications.
It revolutionizes our transportation and communication systems and sense of
connectedness. There can be great progress and unpredictability
Neptune
in Aries the potential to be
spiritual pioneers. They take risks in exploring the mystical realms. This
generation may also boast many pioneers in the arts. Pluto
in Aquarius Reform, revolution, a rejection of the past and a focus on
the future. People in this generation have the ability to make scientific
breakthroughs for the benefit of humanity, and may be forced to change the way
science is viewed.
References
Robert Hand, Planets in Transit
