Discover the Hidden Mysteries of Your Soul with Pluto Retrograde
On May 1st at 3:43am HST / 6:43am PST, Pluto goes retrograde. It will be stationing retrograde first in the sign of Aquarius and then moving back into Capricorn.
Retrogrades, as the energy of the planet in question is said to be turned inward, are a time to for introspection; to reflect and reassess.
Pluto is associated with transformation, power, and intensity. It is a symbol of the shadow self, representing the parts of ourselves that are hidden, repressed, or unconscious. It's also associated with the themes of death and rebirth, as well as regeneration and renewal.
When Pluto goes retrograde and its is turned inward, we may want to re-evaluate our personal power and control in various areas of life. We may want to confront and release negative patterns or habits, have a need to delve deeper into the subconscious and examine our deepest desires and motivations, or experience intense emotional processing and transformation.
Pluto will start its retrograde in Aquarius until June 11th and then move back into Capricorn until it stations direct October 10th, 2023.
Aquarius is an air sign traditionally ruled by the planet Saturn, and is associated with the eleventh house of the zodiac, which governs friendship, social networks, and collective ideals. Aquarians are often seen as forward-thinking, innovative, and unconventional, with a keen interest in humanitarian causes and a desire to create a better world for all.
With Pluto Retrograde in Aquarius, we may experience these themes:
- Intense focus on revolutionary and innovative ideas for social change
- Desire to challenge established power structures and create a more equitable society
- Increased awareness of the shadow side of group dynamics and collective ideals
- Need to confront and release negative patterns or beliefs around group identity and belonging
- Heightened sensitivity to issues around technology, artificial intelligence, and the role of science in society
- Tendency towards eccentric or unconventional approaches to problem-solving and decision-making
- Potential for intense emotional processing and transformation around issues of personal freedom and individuality.
Look at your rising sign below to see what area of your life you will feel this the most based on what house/area of life Pluto will be transiting in Aquarius:
Aries Rising or Transit: Your 11th house - friendships, social networks, collective ideas
- Goals and aspirations for the future
- Involvement in groups or organizations with a shared mission or vision
- Networking and socializing as a means of achieving personal or professional goals
- Desire for social change and progressive ideals
Taurus Rising or Transit: Your 10th house - career, reputation, public image
- Ambitions and goals related to professional success
- Desire for recognition, status, and material security
- Potential for success and achievement in career or public life
- Need to balance personal and professional responsibilities
Gemini Rising or Transit: Your 9th house - travel, higher education, philosophy
- Interest in learning, exploring, and experiencing new ideas and cultures
- Desire for intellectual growth and expansion of knowledge
- Potential for success in higher education, teaching, or publishing
- Need to balance idealism and pragmatism in decision-making
Cancer Rising or Transit: Your 8th house - intimacy, transformation, shared resources
- Intense emotions and experiences related to sexuality, shared resources, and power dynamics
- Potential for transformation and deep healing in personal relationships
- Desire for security and stability in shared resources or investments
- Need to confront and release negative patterns or beliefs around intimacy and power
Leo Rising or Transit: Your 7th house - relationships, partnerships, contracts
- Desire for love, romance, and partnership
- Potential for success and recognition in creative or collaborative endeavors
- Need for balance and compromise in personal relationships
- Importance of communication and negotiation in business or legal partnerships
Virgo Rising or Transit: Your 6th house - work, health, daily routines
- Desire for order, efficiency, and productivity in daily life
- Potential for success in service-oriented professions or health-related fields
- Need to balance work and self-care to avoid burnout or illness
- Importance of cultivating healthy habits and routines
Libra Rising or Transit: Your 5th house - creativity, self-expression, children
- Desire for artistic expression, romance, and playfulness
- Potential for success in creative or performance-based fields
- Need for balance and harmony in personal relationships
- Importance of self-expression and creative pursuits for personal growth
Scorpio Rising or Transit: Your 4th house - home, family, roots
- Intense emotions and experiences related to family, home, and personal history
- Potential for transformation and healing in family dynamics
- Desire for security and privacy in personal life
- Need to confront and release negative patterns or beliefs around personal history and roots
Sagittarius Rising or Transit: Your 3rd house - communication, learning, local community
- Desire for intellectual exploration, learning, and discovery
- Potential for success in teaching, writing, or journalism
- Need for honest and open communication in personal and professional relationships
- Importance of community involvement and engagement
Capricorn Rising or Transit: Your 2nd house - finances, values, self-worth
- Ambitions and goals related to financial stability and security
- Potential for success in business or financial management
- Need to cultivate a healthy sense of self-worth and values
- Importance of balancing material success with personal values and ethics
Aquarius Rising or Transit: Your 1st house - self-image, identity, personal expression
- Desire for individuality, freedom, and self-expression
- Potential for success in fields related to technology, science, or social justice
- Need to balance personal desires with social responsibilities
- Importance of cultivating an authentic and unique sense of self
Pisces Rising or Transit: Your 12th house - spirituality, creativity, the subconscious
- Focus on spiritual growth and self-discovery
- Heightened intuition and connection to the subconscious
- Potential for creative expression and artistic pursuits
- Need for alone time and introspection
- Importance of addressing and healing past emotional wounds
- Potential for deep spiritual experiences or mystical insights
- Tendency towards escapism or addiction if not managed properly.
Capricorn is an earth sign in astrology, traditionally ruled by the planet Saturn, and is associated with the tenth house of the zodiac, which governs career, ambition, and public life. Capricorns are often seen as hardworking, disciplined, and ambitious, with a strong sense of responsibility and a desire to succeed in their chosen field.
When Pluto retrogrades back into Capricorn on June 11th, we may experience these themes:
- Intense focus on issues of authority, responsibility, and leadership
- Desire to challenge established power structures and create a more just and equitable society
- Increased awareness of the shadow side of ambition and the pursuit of material success
- Need to confront and release negative patterns or beliefs around work and career
- Heightened sensitivity to issues around government, institutions, and the law
- Tendency towards discipline, hard work, and practicality in problem-solving and decision-making
- Potential for intense emotional processing and transformation around issues of personal power and control.
Look at your rising sign below to see what area of your life you will feel this the most based on what house/area of life Pluto in Capricorn will be transiting:
Aries Rising or Transit Your 10th house - career, reputation, public image
- Ambitions and goals related to professional success
- Desire for recognition, status, and material security
- Potential for success and achievement in career or public life
- Need to balance personal and professional responsibilities
Taurus Rising or Transit Your 9th house - higher education, travel, philosophy
- Desire for knowledge and intellectual growth
- Potential for success in higher education, teaching, or travel-related fields
- Interest in philosophy, spirituality, or cultural exploration
- Need to balance practicality with idealism
Gemini Rising or Transit Your 8th house - shared resources, intimacy, transformation
- Focus on shared resources, finances, and investments
- Potential for intense emotional or sexual connections
- Interest in psychology, healing, or transformative practices
- Need to address issues related to trust and control in relationships
Cancer Rising or Transit: Your 7th house - partnerships, marriage, contracts
- Focus on one-on-one partnerships and relationships
- Potential for commitment and stability in marriage or business partnerships
- Interest in negotiation, diplomacy, or legal matters
- Need to address issues related to dependency and emotional boundaries in relationships
Leo Rising or Transit: Your 6th house - work, health, service
- Focus on work, health, and service to others
- Potential for success in fields related to health, medicine, or service
- Interest in fitness, nutrition, or holistic practices
- Need to balance work and health with leisure and creativity
Virgo Rising or Transit: Your 5th house - creativity, self-expression, romance
- Focus on self-expression, creativity, and romance
- Potential for success in fields related to art, entertainment, or fashion
- Interest in hobbies or activities that promote self-expression
- Need to balance practicality with spontaneity in relationships and creative pursuits
Libra Rising or Transit: Your 4th house - home, family, roots
- Focus on home, family, and emotional security
- Potential for success in fields related to real estate, interior design, or psychology
- Interest in family history or cultural traditions
- Need to address issues related to codependency and setting healthy boundaries
Scorpio Rising or Transit: Your 3rd house - communication, learning, siblings
- Focus on communication, learning, and relationships with siblings
- Potential for success in fields related to writing, journalism, or education
- Interest in psychology, spirituality, or metaphysical studies
- Need to address issues related to trust and communication in relationships
Sagittarius Rising or Transit: Your 2nd house - finances, values, self-worth
- Focus on finances, values, and self-worth
- Potential for success in fields related to finance, accounting, or entrepreneurship
- Interest in personal growth, self-help, or spiritual practices
- Need to balance practicality with idealism in personal and professional pursuits
Capricorn Rising or Transit: Your 1st house - self-image, identity, personal expression
- Focus on self-image, identity, and personal expression
- Potential for success in fields related to leadership, entrepreneurship, or public speaking
- Interest in personal growth, self-discovery, or self-improvement
- Need to balance personal and professional responsibilities and prioritize self-care
Aquarius Rising or Transit Your 12th house - spirituality, creativity, the subconscious
- Focus on spirituality, creativity, and the subconscious mind
- Potential for success in fields related to art, spirituality, or social activism
- Interest in mystical or spiritual practices, dreams
Pisces Rising or transit your 11th house - friendships, social networks, public image
- Goals and aspirations for the future
- Involvement in groups or organizations with a shared mission or vision
- Networking and socializing as a means of achieving personal or professional goals
- Desire for social change and progressive ideals
