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What is a Planet Retrograde
In astrology a planet retrograde doesn’t necessarily mean a shift in the planet’s direction but rather a change in its energy. This period is seen as a time to search within and think over problems of the past, problems that are associated with the planet itself.
Important aspects of planet retrogrades
- Searching within: When a planet is in retrograde, it’s believed to be a way of the universe telling you to look within yourself and think about the past and re-evaluate parts of your life that are connected to the planet.
- Challenges and opportunities: This period brings both obstacles and opportunities for growth and improvement.
- Reflecting on things: As per astrology, each planet is associated with different aspect of life. For instance Venus may prompt reflection on relationships while Mars might prompt reflection on personal goals and motivation.
- Not necessarily negative: Retrogrades aren’t always a negative thing. This period can also bring positivity and help you gain a new perspective, analyze past mistakes and heal old wounds.
Here are some of the things that different planets can bring during their retrogrades
- Mercury: Technology, travel and communication. This period may bring delays, confusion and technical problems. This is a good time to slow down, meet old friends and restart old projects.
- Venus: Venus is about love, relationships, beauty and morals. It’s considered to be a good time to analyze present relationships, deal with unresolved feelings and prioritize self-love.
- Mars: Action, courage and taking charge. Think again on your goals, commit your energy into better things and avoid impulsive decision.
- Jupiter: Growth, luck and hope. Think about things you believe in and value, try being open to change and be thankful for the things in your life.
- Saturn: Saturn is believed to be associated with responsibility, control and limitation. Face challenges head-on, reflect on past mistakes and try to learn from them and make your foundation stronger.
- Uranus: Uranus stands for change, new ideas and rebellion. Be prepared for sudden changes that you don’t expect, practice keeping an open-mind, try to surpass your limits.
- Neptune: The planet Neptune is said to be associated with dreams, intuition and spirituality. During this period it’s advised to focus on your inner self, practice forgiveness and try new and fresh things in life.
- Pluto: Pluto is believed to be associated with transformation, power and secrets. During Pluto’s retrograde, you may need to focus on healing, letting go of control and face your deepest fears.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1: How do retrograde planets affect us?
A planet’s retrograde period is seen as a time to search within and think over problems of the past, problems that are associated with the retrograding planet itself. Here are some of the things that different planets can bring during their retrogrades:
- Mercury: This period may bring delays, confusion and technical problems. This is a good time to slow down, meet old friends and restart old projects.
- Venus: It’s considered to be a good time to analyze present relationships, deal with unresolved feelings and prioritize self-love.
- Mars: Think again on your goals, commit your energy into better things and avoid impulsive decision.
- Jupiter: Think about things you believe in and value, try being open to change and be thankful for the things in your life..
- Saturn: Face challenges head-on, reflect on past mistakes and try to learn from them and make your foundation stronger.
- Uranus: Be prepared for sudden changes that you don’t expect, practice keeping an open-mind, try to surpass your limits.
- Neptune: During this period it’s advised to focus on your inner self, practice forgiveness and try new and fresh things in life.
- Pluto: During Pluto’s retrograde, you may need to focus on healing, letting go of control and face your deepest fears.
Q2: What is in retrograde right now 2023?
As of December 14, 2023, the planet Mercury is said to be in retrograde. The Mercury period is believed to have started on December 13 and is said to last until January 1, 2024.
Q3: What happens after retrograde?
After a retrograde period ends, there’s a phase known as post-retrograde shadow period which usually lasts for the same time as the retrograde itself. This phase is a period of understanding, adaptation and clarification.
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