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RETROGRADE SEASON November 25, 2024 to April 12, 2025
“Where did you go to, if I may ask?' said Thorin to Gandalf as they rode along.
To look ahead,' said he.
And what brought you back in the nick of time?'
Looking behind,' said he.”
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Beginning In November through mid April 2025 we have a series of personal planets that will retrograde.
Mercury retrogrades November 25, 2024 to December 15, 2024.
Mars retrogrades December 6, 2024 to February 23, 2025.
Venus retrogrades March 1 through April 12, 2025.
Those of you who have been receiving these updates know that I don’t believe retrogrades are deal beakers or disasters. That being said, when under retrogrades it is necessary to adjust expectations and plan accordingly. Plans can move forward in these time periods, however, retrogrades are not optimum for rapid progress. During this period, the retrograde planet is not functioning in full positive strength and power, and we may experience elements of frustration due to unexpected snags and pitfalls. To offset issues we can plan accordingly (have a plan B).
A retrograde has the characteristics of a detour; it can sidetrack us, at the same time it can redirect our path or route to our destination. The main route may be closed and the process may be slowed down, however by taking the detour we avoid a larger problem. We might discover useful information, or a flaw in our strategy that was previously missed is revealed, unrecognized because we were going forward in full throttle.
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Mercury retrogrades in the sign of Sagittarius, influencing communication, education, our learning process and choices, documents, machinery, travel, business.
Often under Mercury Retrograde we see the prevalence of misunderstandings. Often we say things that we later regret. Our attempts to resolve should include stepping back and pausing. Be willing to adopt neutral listening rather than a defensive posture.
Delay long term and significant decisions; often we become aware we need to know more. If one must commit, if possible, give yourself an out clause. The retrograde process may offer a new piece of awareness; a desired outcome might require learning new skills, seeking new information, or bringing new person on board.
At some point a decision under Mercury retrograde often will need some sort of revision. If docs must be signed get the most astute professional possible to examine them with a fine toothed comb.
Tune up machinery before the retrograde. Back up files.
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Mars is the planet that gets us from point A to point B. Without Mars we probably cannot get out of bed in the morning. Mars is associated with athletes, competition, achievement, war, anger, conflict, and is action oriented. Mars provides energy, stamina and motivation. Acupuncture, (needles) is an occupation ruled by Mars.
Under Mars retrograde your action plan may change. Perhaps the best approach is to begin with short term and implement long term when the retrograde passes.
Deal delicately with anger issues. Mars will begin and remain in Leo from December 6, 2024 until January 6. It will then retrograde into sign of Cancer for the next phase. Leo and Cancer will receive the strongest impact, as well as the signs squared and opposed, which are in the Leo phase , Aquarius, Scorpio, and Taurus. In the Cancer, phase, Capricorn, Libra, Aries.
In Leo Mars want to assert, be recognized, and be seen. In retrograde frustrations take place when recognition comes slowly, and energy to assert may be deficient. Backtracking may be necessary. Work from the heart; recognition may come later.
When In Cancer, Mars can express itself passive aggressively. So catch that pattern from within or from others. This Mars is more personal private and domestic. Look at your chart to determine where Mars is in transit to get a sense what topics are impacted.
When Mars is retrograde our energy levels may fail us. Doing less is more during this time frame. Driving hard to achieve may be counter productive or be an energy drain. Don't run on fumes.
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Although not retrograde,
Mars will be opposing Pluto on Election Day in November.
This opposition begins the last week of October and will be active most of November. It will come back around the first week of January 2025. It is also a signature of the New Moon on November 1, which will extend the energy until the next New Moon.
This opposition will inform the USA election
This opposition translates to intense and dramatic situations with themes of tension, frustration, anger, resistance to power and control. And when Pluto is involved it often pushes situations too far.
The oppositions are like mirrors. It is considered the second most powerful connection in astrology. Projections in conflicts are prevalent. The opportunity is to integrate the energy of both planets to work together rather than against each other.
For a personal understanding look at the Cancer-
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Venus retrograde: Venus keeps company with the topics of love and relationship, beautification, fashion, gems, ornamentation, artists and art, and financials. When Venus retrogrades astrology teaches that it not a favorable time to make radical changes in appearance, or have beautification procedures that cannot be changed; tattooing is an example.
One might delay or reconsider a significant financial acquisition, as resonance may shift later. Generally, astrologers would not support this time as optimum for an engagement or marriage. Reevaluate your relationships and financials. Always look to the region of your chart for your experience. It begins retrograde in Aries, and finishes the retrograde the sign of Pisces on April 1.
♪ Love is not some kind of a victory march. ♪
Leonard Cohen, Hallelujah
In relationships focus on working though concerns, and if possible, delay big decisions. Be as non reactive as possible. If there are concerns, a good place to start is with you. Silent grievances or whispers of discontent may become louder now. Perhaps begin with recognizing how committed you are to being right; “is that commitment to being right, larger than the commitment to be happy and satisfied and joyous?” Peter Crone.
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Powerful changes for those with early degree Ascendants.
Pluto leaves the lessons of Capricorn behind;
Aquarius becomes Pluto’s the new home.
This shift will significantly impact early Ascendants of all signs
This November Pluto will finally be settled in the sign of Aquarius where it remains until March 2043. It changes region in the charts of those with early degrees of all signs.
Those with early degree Ascendants have been working on certain lessons and topics since 2008, when Pluto entered the Capricorn region of their charts. The time of learning on that topic is now phasing out and they will take those findings, discoveries, insights and skills with them as they move into uncharted territory and new areas of growth related to new topics found where Pluto moves into the region of Aquarius in the chart.
Pluto is associated with intensity. And by nature growth generally does not come without challenges. So expect challenges and the possibility of transformation in the new area that Pluto is occupying for the next 19 years. This is significant. Even more so if Pluto is activating personal planets in Aquarius, Leo, Taurus, Scorpio.
…More later.
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The last time we were in touch was May, and I hope this Newsletter finds all of you well.
Thanks so much to those of you who were in contact to let me know how much you missed the monthly newsletter in your inbox. It was a busy, overscheduled time, and I found the need to balance and recalibrate.
With a few exceptions I closed my 2024 calendar early, and just opened my schedule for 2025.
I will continue to be in touch on important subjects; however the format will not necessarily be a monthly interpretation, or come on a monthly basis. I am not sure how this will evolve. Hopefully this format will continue to resonate.
Until next time,
~cathryn
The planetary cycles discussed here will vary by individual. Astrology suggests that the cycles of planets mirror our circumstances, so without an astrological chart consultation we cannot discuss what these cycles mean for you, or determine your timing in this process. To discuss how these energies relate you your personal chart I can be reached at www.theplanetarycodes.com.
This newsletter is a discussion of astrological teaching, and is not to be substituted for professional advice. Astrology is not a replacement for psychotherapy, any professional advice whatsoever, including medical advice, or legal counsel.
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