Saturn’s annual retrograde is upon us, which sees the planet Saturn appear to be move backwards from our vantage point here on Earth. This annual retrograde can either feel like a pat on the back or a stern telling off depending on how well you’ve been adulting lately — and, let's face it, we all know that probably means we’ll be getting a dose of the latter.
The taskmaster of the zodiac, Saturn is associated with life lessons, boundaries and karma, and its retrogrades invite us to look within, take responsibility for our lives and get our acts together so we can move forwards.
This year’s retrograde takes place between 29 June and 15 November in mystical, spiritually inclined Pisces – bringing big realisations, questions about boundaries and stern parent energy to our hopes, dreams and fantasy worlds. It’s the perfect time to tie up loose ends, acknowledge patterns you keep repeating and make plans to move forwards in a positive way.
So, how will this retrograde impact you and your sign? Read on to find out…
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Aries
Brace yourself for some major introspection, Aries. As Saturn retrogrades into your deep and meaningful twelfth house you are being called to tune in to your intuition, seek closure on past hurts and prioritise your mental wellbeing. This could also be the start of a magical spiritual journey for you as you dive deeper into practices that speak to your soul. Most importantly, though, you’re learning that you are responsible for your own happiness and life is too short to stay stuck.
Taurus
Saturn retrograde is all about connection, community and bringing people together for you. It’s time to get real about the support systems you need in place to navigate the next phase of your life and find ways to make them happen. Allow your intuition to guide you to towards groups, gatherings and friends who make you feel like anything is possible. And if you’ve been wondering if it’s time to shake up your social circle to match your new vibe, the Saturn retrograde in your eleventh house is giving you a major nod.
Gemini
What’s going on with your career right now, Gemini? Because Saturn retrograde is backspinning through your tenth house success zone to help you face the music, make the change and step out your comfort zone. Something bigger, better and brighter lies ahead for you! Just because you’ve followed one path up until now doesn’t mean you have to keep going! Be honest with yourself about that big dream, the one that’s for you, not for everyone else… And start being realistic about making it happen.
Cancer
Get ready to dig deep and face a few home truths this retrograde. If your life feels lacking in inspiration, adventure and excitement, now might be the perfect time to think deeply about what you really want. There’s some big thinking to be done as Saturn retrogrades your expansive ninth house. You might be craving escape, dreaming of learning new skills or ready to start over somewhere drenched in sunshine. Life is for living, Cancer, and you’re about to work out the meaning of yours.
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Leo
Saturn retrograde in the eighth house is all about facing up to shadows. And even the sunniest sign in the zodiac has them! Allow this summer to be a period of transformation for you as you face the truth, admit your failings and emerge butterfly-like from your cocoon. You don’t have to be perfect, Leo, but you do have to make a change if you want your life to be different. Allowing others to support you through this could show you that there’s help out there if you ask for it. You don’t have to do this alone.
Virgo
Facing up to your own role in tricky relationships could be the theme of this retrograde for you, Virgo. It might feel easier to blame someone else for everything and stay stuck where you are, but true growth happens when you acknowledge you also have the power to switch things up. Saturn retrograde in your seventh house partnership zone could be the wake-up call you never knew your needed. Dig deep, get real and believe in better days ahead.
Libra
If the way you spend your days is the way you spend your life, are you happy with how things are panning out? As Saturn retrogrades through your routine-focused sixth house for the next four months, you could find yourself reassessing everything from your health to your job. And that’s no bad thing. Getting real about what we want and what we need to do to get there is powerful! It might also be time to be honest with yourself about a habit that’s holding you back. Health kick vibes for the win, Libra.
Scorpio
Are you ready to step out from the shadows and show the world what you’re made of? Saturn retrograde in your fifth house invites you to consider what’s stopping you from putting yourself out there! You have something magical to offer the world, Scorpio, and it’s time to push yourself out of your comfort zone and make it happen. Not right now this second… but soon. Allow this retrograde to challenge your ideas about who you are and what you deserve… then get out there and have the time of your life.
It's time to get manifesting.
Sagittarius
Themes of home and family loom large for you during this Saturn retrograde, which is happening in your domestic fourth house. Perhaps you’re navigating a change in circumstances, embarking on a big life journey or making decisions about where you want to live and grow in the future. Whatever is going on for you right now, it’s all about taking responsibility for your own life and then some bold steps towards something you care about. Build strong foundations so you can fly high, Sag!
Capricorn
If you’ve got a story to tell or a truth to share, this retrograde is here to help you get your facts straight and your confidence back on track. Let your intuition guide you to towards the answer and spend some time getting clear on what your end goal is. Saturn retrograde in your third house communication zone is all about learning to speak up when it matters and pipe down when it doesn’t. Projects related to speaking, writing or sharing with an audience could need your attention now, too. It’s time to grow up, be honest and realise your words have power.
Aquarius
If you want to get your life back on track, this retrograde is going to help. It’s time to dig deep and be honest with yourself about what you want out of life as Saturn backspins in your second house wealth zone. It’s okay to dream big, Aquarius, but you also have to take aligned action if you want anything to change. This might mean taking a grown-up approach to your finances or even levelling up your self worth. It’s time to work smarter not harder and ask for what you deserve.
Pisces
Saturn retrograde in your sign is as intense as it is exhilarating. You might not like it, Pisces, but what you’re going through right now is exactly what you need to make progress later down the line. Your dreamy ways are all well and good until reality bites. And reality is what you’ll be getting a lot of over this retrograde. Every area of your life is up for analysis so trust your instincts when it comes to change. Plans, people, places and personal style are all to play for. This could be the start of a brave new world for you.
