Saturn Retrograde: Where to Double Down vs. Throw in the Towel
From now to November, here's what you should reassess:
Hey witchy kids,
When outer planets go retrograde it can be hard to find personal application. A lot gets lost in the sauce, written off as a collective lesson, or worse — fear-mongering clickbait that leaves more questions than answers. For the planet of life lessons, discipline, and timing… let’s get more specific (I think Saturn would appreciate us taking extra time to figure it out).
Let’s explore the tangible significance of this transit for your chart and life.
First off… it’s a marathon, not a sprint. From June 29th to November 15th, be gentle with your expectations. Stay receptive to any pivots the universe has in store. Saturn retrograde is the definition of work smarter, not harder.
Important questions to ask from now to November:
Is the time I’m investing in my work yielding worthwhile results?
Do I need to pause, pivot, or restructure a specific area of my life? (House of Saturn detailed below)
Are the efforts being made in my relationships equitable and reciprocal?
Where should I double down, vs. where am I going in circles?
What did you learn the last time Saturn went retrograde?
Saturn’s last reassessment period was June 17th to November 4th 2023, spanning 7-0 degrees Pisces. The time between retrogrades is an integration process. How have you been using the tools you acquired since the last time you were forced to stop and reflect on your timing and workload? (Consult your intuition for answers! I’ve included tarot spread prompts at the end of this post.)
Notice if this new retrograde cycle, while still in Pisces, is in a different house.
A retrograde covers a specific distance going backwards. This current cycle will see Saturn traverse 19 to 12 degrees Pisces, so that’s the area of your chart to read for your horoscope and observe the effects.
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Saturn retrograde horoscopes through the houses
First house: Consider if your body was your business partner. If your self-esteem was your branding. Pause and reflect on what your physical self needs from you right now. Are you spread thin, adrenals burned out? When Saturn goes retrograde in the first house, often the body cautions against going too quickly or requiring too much visibility. You may feel an inexplicable urge to rest. You may not enjoy being overly perceived while you figure out who you want to be, or you’re doubling down on building a platform and lane for yourself.
Second house: If your finances have been a house of cards, now is the time to pour cement. Get your ducks in a row, simplify your expenditures, boil everything back down to brass tacks before proceeding or rushing into any big commitments or financial plans. When Saturn retrogrades in the second house, check for any cracks in the foundation. You wouldn’t move into a house that didn’t have building permits or use trustworthy materials. Take this time in stride and above all else, do not cut corners.