A Neptunian Week
We are stepping out of a zone of restrictive influence. Saturn came through strongly and will not give in to the pressures of Neptune. Neptune is the only planet that can dissolve Saturn’s boundaries. However, during the rest of this month, Saturn is amplified after recent transits and it begins its retrograde pattern.
Astrocontext :: Saturn and Neptune have been commingling since March of 2023. The two both occupy the Tropical sign of Pisces and were growing ever closer to their inevitable conjunction in the summer of 2025 and then the winter of 2026. These conjunctions occur at 0° Aries tropical. If you have planets or points at 0-1° Cardinal or Fire Signs (Aries, Libra, Capricorn, Cancer, Leo, Sagittarius), 28-29° Water or Mutable signs (Pisces, Scorpio, Cancer, Virgo, Gemini, Sagittarius) , this is of extra magnitude. In reality, any planets or points between 28, 29, 0, 1, or 2° are being revamped, excavated, and restructured.
First… Saturn…
For now, we are witnessing the beginning stages of larger changes. Before we can chart a new course, we must learn from our previous ventures, divest from past experiences, and center back within ourselves. Saturn plays the role of constrictor. That which is not necessary or vital is likely to be squeezed out.
Perhaps you just don’t have the energy for certain things. The way you are accustomed to being present and enjoying certain activities, people, work… it’s just not there anymore. Nothing wrong with this. As we dance forward with the planets, we must open to something new. The old passes away, and we learn to let go.
Saturn is often maligned in our world because of this quality. Something in our culture really values ‘go-go-go’ and ‘more more more’. Saturn isn’t exactly quality over quantity, it is about necessity over frivolity. If you don’t need it, if it will not benefit your future endeavors in a practical way, Saturn will likely make it more challenging to invest in. Remember that less is more if you are seeking results. Limiting the amount of variables allows us to see more clearly. It is a simpler equation to solve. In our world, we could all use more simplicity.
So, as we step forward, until the summer of 2026, Saturn will continue to be under the influence of Neptune. Things might seem like they move too fast or go too far. We will be learning to understand and accept expansive and sweeping changes. These changes will not only be in our day to day lives, but also within our self concept. One thing is for certain, by 2027, the world will look very different.
A short reprieve… from the end of June 2024, until the fall, Saturn will have a little bit more stability. As it stands, Saturn and Neptune are 10+° from one another. As Saturn retrogrades, the distance will expand to 15° before both planets move forward again and begin coming closer together in late November. So, for the next 4+ months, we may notice a more structured, disciplined, and restrictive approach. As the summer unfolds, Jupiter will form a square with Saturn exact August 19th @17°. Jupiter retrogrades without squaring Neptune and repeats the square with Saturn. ***By the time the third square occurs, Saturn will have made it back to Neptune and entered Aries.
The three Jupiter (Gemini) square to Saturn (Pisces) Dates
:: August 19th 17°
:: December 24th 14°
***:: June 15th 2025 1° Cancer
So, to sum things up, this summer and early fall is when the energy consolidates, restricts and focuses. If you feel the need or desire to simplify your life, habits, and patterns, this is your time to do so. Try to use this time to discipline yourself and get a hold of what it is that you truly need as opposed to what you want. The firm foundation that you create now will be your platform for what you build with the dreamy expansive energy of Neptune.
Now… Neptune
A series of Neptune activations this week. Neptune is stationing, preparing for its retrograde period, at the last degree of Pisces. Neptune first entered Pisces (this go round) in 2011 but has been solid in the sign since 2012. The current retrograde for Neptune will be its last complete Rx cycle in the sign. ***Neptune will also spend October 21st – January 26th in Pisces in 2025 before entering Aries until March of 2039.
Neptune Dance . Confusion . Loose ends . Leftovers . Misunderstandings . Missed connections . Dreamy . Spiritual growth . Bypassing . Faith . Despondence . Sensitivity to environment and substances . Dissemination . Illusion . Soul Level Healing . Highs and Lows . Emotional Swings . Romance
As mentioned above, Saturn was aspected by numerous planets in the last ten days and now those planets will square Neptune. This will bring waves of both high and low energy. The keywords mentioned give you an idea of themes.
(ALL TIMES PACIFIC)
Sunday June 16th
Sunday is set up to be a bit of a frenetic and confusing day. Remember that this day is not here to figure everything out or try to get everything done. A great practice for this day is to let go of the unnecessary. You cannot do everything! Even if you started or invested in something, it may not be worth your continued efforts. Both Venus and Mercury are attempting to complete unfinished business. Business that was begun under the influence of the mutable air sign of Gemini and exacerbated by the presence of Jupiter. Not every seed will bear fruit. In fact, some of them won’t even germinate. Furthermore, the strength of intention was weakened for the last month, so it’s likely that you aren’t as interested as you may have thought. As we move through the week, you’ll know where you want to invest. Best to go back home and gather yourself before continuing on frazzled, dehydrated, and scattered.
9 pm Venus square Neptune
- The world may feel kind of weird or out of sorts. Like things are beautiful but out of reach. Or somehow what we desire is unattainable. Like being so close you can taste it, but never quite sink your teeth in. This is a time of dreaming and longing but not necessarily satisfying. Be careful with whom you connect your energy, you never know what you are picking up on. Surface level connections are fine, but some things may be transferred in the dark of night that you’d rather not pick up. This time is best for dreaming, passionate performances, movies, dancing, and giving in to the flow of the moment without losing touch with your boundaries.
11:20 pm Venus enters Cancer
- Whereas we may have been thinking and acting (sometimes erratically) of late, there is a shift towards feeling and considering. We are not exactly timid but things definitely calm down on the energetic front as the emotional considerate side takes over. This is a much needed reprieve. The amount of active mental energy over the last month has been nothing short of brain frying.
Monday June 17th
12:40 am Mercury square Neptune (felt heavily on Sunday June 16th)
- The way that we deliver and receive information is just not working as it should. Messages of all types can be confusing as the mercury logical blends with the ephemeral. You may find yourself delving into topics that have no base in reality but are nonetheless important to your personal journey. Again, this is not a time to make sweeping decisions although the motivation to make changes will be full fledged. If you have an important decision to make regarding travel, work, business, or health… give it until Thursday if you can. At the very least, wait until Tuesday. Be careful when driving, pay attention when you are doing things!
2:07 am Mercury enters Cancer
5:35 am Mercury conjunct Venus (Very active from 2am-Noon)
- Communications become more meaningful and less frequent. Checking in with the self is vital for the days following this transit. There is a desire to protect oneself as unhinged self expression is supplanted by vulnerability. If you notice defensiveness, stop yourself and ask if you have an unmet need. This is a wonderful time to speak with those who are safe and trustworthy. If you can’t be emotionally vulnerable with someone, are they really worth your investment? Notice who you think of during this time and what they bring you. Check in with those whom you consider family. If certain activities or people seem less attractive, don’t sweat it, the lenses have changed, it’s okay.
- We may find ourselves reflecting on things in such a manner that has us nostalgic or even downright reliving them. Choose wisely, cry if you need to, but I highly advise against allowing nostalgia to drag you back down roads you’ve already walked.
11:40 pm Moon trine both Mercury and Venus
- The moon personalizes and grounds in the ingress of both Mercury and Venus. If Monday was a tough day, Tuesday things feel a little bit easier to understand. Be careful what you are wishing for as those wishes come to fruition in exactly the way you need it, not exactly the way you want it. Practice self care, like a bath, a nice dinner, reading a book, or a chill walk.
Wednesday June 19th
9:20 am Moon trine Neptune
- Another transit that personalizes what we have been feeling. This one is minor but can also start our day in a way that has us pretty unfocused. Whatever you need will find you, efforts to control may have you mired in frustrating details which later seem unimportant. This is a good vibe, but requires some faith and some letting go. As part of the bigger journey of the week, we are getting to the end of the waves, but there is one more tomorrow. This is a wonderful day to meditate. Getting in touch with the otherwordly energy of Neptune helps to release tension.
Thursday June 20th
11:20 am Sun square Neptune
1:50 pm Solstice :: Sun enters Cancer
- As Neptune sits at the end of Pisces, the sun ingresses into Cancer. This is also known as the solstice, the longest day of the year in the northern hemisphere. Life expresses itself in beautiful ways but also begins to slowly contract into itself. The days will be shorter from here out and the height of energies can have us feeling both very alive and very tired. Outdoors is highly recommended and there is an extra magic to nature. If you are stuck inside, take time to get out now and then. Go be alive, do something adventurous and see the world. Frustrations be damned. While the day may start with confusion, it levels out and creates a lovely cocoon of fond feelings. Be social, whatever that means for you, and enjoy the feeling of existing on Earth. Give your concerns up to God and let the magic happen.
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