Dec 6-Feb 23, 2025
Mars has been traveling through Cancer, its sign of debilitation, since October 20th. Have you noticed that your energy has been lower than usual, and perhaps you are struggling to get out of bed? Mars represents your fiery nature, willing to protect and defend with courage; yet, in Cancer, the inner warrior is taking a break and wants to snuggle into the comfort of home.
In addition, Mars now turns retrograde in Cancer on December 6th until January 25th (when it moves back into Gemini). Retrogrades bring the planet closer to the Earth, and it shines brighter in the sky from our point of view. This apparent change in direction also encourages us to look inward to reflect and contemplate.
If you resist and attempt to carry on with business as usual, this energy may leave you feeling weak, defensive, emotional, and clingy, potentially leading to power struggles, especially in a passive-aggressive manner.
Recognizing that this powerful force is at work, you can choose to put down your weapons and drop into your heart, where Mars is guiding you. Yes, you may feel vulnerable and may need to confront some issues you have been avoiding. However, with Mars in this position, you can discover strength within your vulnerability.
Mars is currently in Pushya Nakshatra, the stars of the Divine Mother. The symbol represents the udder of a cow, from which milk flows to nourish all of her children. This is a precious time to evaluate the amount of attention and focus you have been giving to yourself first, allowing you to full and present for your family, loved ones, and home with all your heart.
Now is the time for nourishing activities for yourself, your family, and pets, such as turning off your phone/screens, cooking wholesome meals, dancing in the living room, sitting by the fire, and going for long walks to enjoy the festive season. Mars isn’t particularly skilled in communication, so avoid arguments, debates and focus on quality time, heartfelt activities, aiming to be 100% present.
When was the last time you disconnected from your phone and were fully engaged in something? It is so good for the soul to just turn it off!
The effects of the retrograde period are most challenging at the start and end, as the change in direction feels counterintuitive to our actions. So, be especially aware today and tomorrow.
Of course, this retrograde affects some signs more than others, particularly Aries and Scorpio. If you want to learn more about how this influences you and your birth chart, feel free to message me to book a reading or visit the link in my bio.
Blessings
Elise
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