The Mars/Saturn conjunction (exact onΒ April 2nd) marks the end of a chapter that began onΒ August 24th, 2016,Β when the two planets first conjoined at 9 degrees Sagittarius. That previous conjunction can be viewed as a βNew Moonβ followed by the culmination or βFull Moonβ when Mars at 25 deg Gemini opposed Saturn in Sag, onΒ May 29th, 2017. Now you arrive at the ending of that cycle, and a simultaneous new beginning.Β
The Mars/Saturn cycle is about how far youβve climbed β where are you at now? It tests you, demanding your persistence, maturity and acceptance of the limits. Fortunately, thereβs help available asΒ Venus in steady TaurusΒ trines Saturn onΒ April 7thΒ (and sheβs applying to a trine with Mars onΒ April 11th). Venus/Saturn is the confirmation of what you want. It will be quiet and reassuring, rather than big or flashy. But this will only happen if you work with Saturnβs rules β your patience and maturity will be rewarded.Β
Aries
Influences from the Libra Full Moon continue with the Sun/Mercury Rx conjunction in your sign. Watch for a clarifying moment where you find the right words, or what you need to know emerges in front of you. The Sunβs trine to the North Node says this is progress for a creative or romantic goal, although Mercury Rxβs square to Mars/Saturn can keep you locked in placed due to pressure from authority. Your own ambitions/responsibilities may curtail your freedom, but you know that you have to put in the extra work if this is important to you. Youβre climbing upwards, but youβve hit a patch that requires patience and determination. Mars/Saturn describes your professional limits, or shifting your ambition into a lower gear in order to get ahead.Β
Mars/Saturn finalizes what began on August 24th, 2016, with a previous conjunction in your sector of opportunities. Rules, extra work and limits involving travel, education, legal matters or publishing have led you to this moment in your career. Whatβs manifested since that time?Β
Venus in your sector of personal resources trine Saturn offers quiet assistance by confirming a financial resource/salary issue or integrating your desire for security with a professional goal. If youβre prepared to take on more responsibility and play by the rules, youβll experience this influence as gently stabilizing and reassuring.Β
Taurus
Influences from the Libra Full Moon continue with the Sun/Mercury Rx conjunction in your hidden sector. A private matter can be acknowledged, or a secret/gut feeing confirmed. You may get the inside scoop on something few are aware of, and the Sunβs trine to the North Node suggests that what you uncover can be applied to a family or domestic matter. Perhaps some family secrets are coming to light.
Mercury Rxβs square to Mars/Saturn will remind you that rules/limits involving travel, education, long-range plans, legal matters or publishing continue to be a source of frustration. No matter what you know behind the scenes, external blocks or pressured actions can keep things at a standstill. Now is not the time to go public with what you know. Mars/Saturn suggests an enforced change of course (this is as far as you can go) or an intensified focus on something youβre fighting for.Β
On August 24th, 2016 Mars conjoined Saturn in your sector of shared resources. A confrontation regarding intimacy or shared finances began a cycle of intensified work around what you owe/share, or where youβre most vulnerable. This cycle is now complete β consider how itβs impacting your long-term goals.Β
Fortunately, Venus in your sign trines Saturn, so those same rules/limits can actually be part of a financial, lifestyle or relationship foundation youβre attempting to build. Work within the rules/the law, and accept the slower pace β the aspect will make the most of your desire for something that lasts. This influence favours a commitment (to self or someone else) or a confirmation that a distant goal will eventually be yours.Β
Gemini
Influences from the Libra Full Moon continue with the Sun/Mercury Rx conjunction in your social sector. A repeat conversation with a friend, a public announcement or result of your reviews will illuminate what you need to know about a social issue, or the details of a friendship. You could be speaking publicly about a past issue. The Sunβs trine to the North Node indicates that this is an important part of your efforts to make your voice public or develop your ideas.
But Mercury Rxβs square to Mars/Saturn suggests youβll run into some hard restrictions in the form of debts, tax issues, an intimate relationship or your partnerβs finances. Too, this could be about buried anger around what you canβt reveal. Private matters will define your public connections. Mars/Saturn indicates a private boundary that canβt be crossed, or a new boundary being put into place. Refer back to August 24th, 2016, when Mars conjoined Saturn in your partnership sector β relationship goals, responsibilities or pressure will be concluded on a deeper level. This could mean a deeper commitment, or confrontation with buried issues. Β
Venus in your hidden sector trine Saturn says that youβve got a handle on this, despite any blocks or limits. Behind-the-scenes issues can stabilize if you dig deeper and follow your intuition- youβre on the right path if it feels right. A secret or undeveloped potential can be confirmed, despite any delays.Β
Cancer
Influences from the Libra Full Moon continue with the Sun/Mercury Rx conjunction in your career sector. A job opportunity/contact from the past can reveal something crucial, or you could uncover valuable insight by reviewing your business details or a conversation with management. The Sunβs trine to the North Node reminds you that this is all part your quest to increase your financial and emotional abundance β a review of salary, or money-making strategies, could be beneficial.
But Mercuryβs square to Mars/Saturn suggests youβll also be contending with a partnerβs rules/goals that challenge your plans. Or, increased competition/challenges (that feel unfair) may be just what you need to take a second look at your career plan. Mars/Saturn can indicate a relationship ending, or a limit thatβs surpassed, and this will be connected to what began on August 24th, 2016, when Mars conjoined Saturn in your sector of routine. Unbalanced or excessive responsibilities (involving illness or a heavy workload) will now culminate, and the results should lead to something more balanced (even if thereβs an ending).Β
No matter what happens, Venus in your social sector trine Saturn indicates that all relationships can achieve some stability. Social contacts (or support) can be reassuring, and one-on-one rules/goals can blend nicely with social issues. Friendships and partnerships function together, if you acknowledge your relationship responsibilities, limits and realities.Β
Leo
Influences from the Libra Full Moon continue with the Sun/Mercury Rx conjunction in your sector of opportunities. A closer examination, review or revisal of issues involving education, travel, legal matters or publishing can reveal important information. The Sunβs trine to the North Node in your sign suggests this will be in your best interests, as it helps you develop a future potential.
But Mercury Rxβs square to Mars/Saturn indicates that limits/pressure involving medical issues, work routines or service to others will narrow your options and keep you focused on an error or reality check. Mars/Saturn can be about reaching a limit in a work or health situation, or the increased need for more effort and discipline. This will refer back to August 24th, 2016, when Mars conjoined Saturn in your sector of self-expression- what you were striving for or trying to express/create is now being completed.Β
Venus in your career sector quietly insists that, despite the excess work/pressure, you can move ahead, gain favour with authority or cement your professional reputation. Nothing flashy about this β your hard work and dedication to getting it right will get you noticed, even if you donβt realize itβs happening.Β
Virgo
Β Influences from the Libra Full Moon continue with the Sun/Mercury Rx conjunction in your sector of shared resources. A deeper examination of, or questions about debts, taxes, loans, your partnerβs finances or intimacy can unearth something valuable. The Sunβs trine to the North Node suggests this can open up additional layers of understanding/intuition, or secrets.
Mercury Rxβs square to Mars/Saturn suggests external blocks/frustrations around a creative project, new attraction or your efforts to display your talents can trigger hidden insecurities, or doubts about what you share/owe. There may be a key financial or emotional doubt that needs to be worked through. Mars/Saturn will either demand more effort (to get what you want) or will indicate a reality about what you canβt have. Think back to August 24th, 2016 when Mars last conjoined Saturn in your domestic sector. A domestic responsibility, stalemate, construction project or concentrated effort is now reaching a conclusion, and could manifest as an ending or hard-won achievement regarding something you want.Β
But Venus in your opportunities sector trine Saturn suggests that no matter what the outcome, thereβs still room for forward movement. You may not get exactly the results you want, but your hard work and acknowledgment of your responsibilities can slowly but surely broaden your reach. Watch for encouraging developments involving travel, education, legal matters or publishing. Too, this can be about you choosing you move on and explore new territory. Β
Libra
Influences from the Libra Full Moon continue with the Sun/Mercury Rx conjunction in your partnership sector. Going back over old relationship issues, or your partnerβs change of heart, can reveal valuable information about the relationship. Too, this could be about a blunt conversation between the two of you that gets to the heart of the matter.Β The Sunβs trine to the North Node suggests this will support social opportunities or a wider perspective β intensified partnership talks or thoughts will point you in the right direction.
Mercury Rxβs square to Mars/Saturn indicates a key point of disagreement/frustration involving family or domestic issues. Mars/Saturn suggests a domestic responsibility or barrier to overcome regarding relocation, home construction or family rules.Β
On August 24th, 2016 Mars conjoined Saturn in your communication sector, kicking off the cycle thatβs ending with this current Mars/Saturn conjunction. A hard decision, announcement or conversation has led you to where you are today.Β
Venus in your sector of shared resources, trine Saturn, suggests that things may flow more smoothly behind the scenes. Issues around debts, taxes, loans, your partnerβs finances or intimacy will actually be supported by the rules at home. The key will be how you handle family responsibilities, extra work or a family memberβs authority. Patience along with a willingness to work on the uncomfortable stuff (while trusting that youβll be ok) can keep you and/or your partner stable, as you deal with these obstacles. Venus/Saturn favours domestic finances and building something deeply rooted and permanent.Β
Scorpio
Influences from the Libra Full Moon continue with the Sun/Mercury Rx conjunction in your sector of routine. Analysis, reviewing tasks, questioning work methods or going back over the details can uncover a significant error or lead to a diagnosis. The Sunβs trine to the North Node indicates this will have a positive impact on your career, professional recognition, dealings with those in authority or your future goals. Pay attention to the small stuff now, and receive your payoff in the future.
However, Mercury Rxβs square to Mars/Saturn will emphasize a key decision, responsibility or error that slows you down or increases the pressure. Mars/Saturn can represent an order, rule or tough conversation that demands extra time and patience β you may not be able to deliver everything or fix this right away. Slow down and focus on the essentials, while taking it one step at a time.Β
This Mars/Saturn conjunction ends a chapter that began on August 24th, 2016 when Mars met Saturn in your sector of personal resources. Back then, you were facing stringent demands on your finances and emotional security β you had to toughen up. Consider how far youβve come since then, and how those events are informing your current mindset.
Venus in your partnership sector trines Saturn, suggesting that your focus on rules/responsibility can stabilize a relationship. Perhaps part of your work involves a commitment; even as youβre getting a headache from the daily tasks/essentials, you can strengthen and deepen a close connection. Venus/Saturn can indicate an official commitment, or a shared vision of future goals. Β
Sagittarius
Influences from the Libra Full Moon continue with the Sun/Mercury Rx conjunction in your sector of self-expression. A second look at an attraction, your efforts to gain attention or promote something you created can clue you into some vital intel. Watch for ideas about what you need to do next, or where you may need to refocus your energies.Β
The Sunβs trine to the North Node says that you can take this furtherβ¦much further. It wonβt happen immediately, but this piece of information/understanding is your key to reaching a wider audience or exploring brand new territory. Your next step may involve travel, education, legal matters or publishing.
However, Mercury Rxβs square to Mars/Saturn suggests that first youβll have to deal with a financial shortfall or emotional insecurity. The limits of what you donβt have will be very clear. Mars/Saturn encourages you to keep building your resources, while honouring your financial limits and working hard to stabilize your security.Β
On August 24th, 2016, Mars conjoined Saturn in your sign. That may have been a heavy responsibility or physical burden/barrier. It was the start of a cycle thatβs now winding down. As you close that chapter, consider where youβre at financially, and regarding your self-esteem, values and self-sufficiency. Can you look after yourself?Β
Venus in your sector of routine trine Saturn can help. Events can unfold nicely in the areas of daily work, routine or health, aligning themselves with your efforts to stabilize and secure yourself. Your attention to detail, obligations or self-care can support your finances and self-sufficiency, although this is not about a huge windfall. Watch out for and appreciate the small, steady gains.Β
Capricorn
Influences from the Libra Full Moon continue with the Sun/Mercury Rx conjunction in your domestic sector. Rehashing a family issue, delving into the past or going over home documents can deliver some insight, and the Sunβs trine to the North Node in your sector of shared resources suggests this can also take you a step deeper, regarding an intimate relationship, psychological issue or shared finances. This could be about learning to trust, or opening up a more profound level of discussion and understanding regarding your family and relationships.
However, Mercury Rxβs square to Mars/Saturn in your sign indicates that youβll be pushing for a result, or hammering your point home (repeatedly). Slow, steady pressure will work better than brute force. And, remember that Mercury is still Rx, so donβt expect to jump ahead just yet.Β
Mars/Saturn in your sign wraps up what began on August 24th, 2016 when Mars conjoined Saturn in your hidden sector β what was brewing in the background has emerged, and could manifest as a hard-won accomplishment, a definite ending or one more barrier that you have to surmount.Β
Venus in your sector of self-expression trines Saturn in your sign, suggesting that you can make significant gains from the discipline youβre applying. An issue involving creativity, children, new romance or performance will be enhanced by your single-minded focus and maturity. You know exactly what you want, and youβre working towards it with determination.Β
Aquarius
Influences from the Libra Full Moon continue with the Sun/Mercury Rx conjunction in in your communication sector. A contact from the past, repeat conversation, blunt question or closer analysis can open your eyes to important information. The Sunβs trine to the North Node hooks this into a developing relationship or your growing awareness of how you express yourself in one-on-one contacts.
But Mercury Rxβs square to Mars/Saturn says youβll have to deal with hidden or background limits/anger-the intensified conversation or examination can show you how to get past this, or make it clear that this is a limit youβll have to accept. Understand that some things about this block may be out of your control. Mars/Saturn in your hidden sector completes what began in your social sector, around August 24th, 2016. Public rules, frustrations or heavy responsibilities have led to these background issues β something is being completed or wrestled with in private. Β
Venus in your domestic sector trines Saturn, indicating that the above limits may not be all bad. Watch for a gradual stabilization of home and family matters, or a sense of security/comfort about certain endings. Venus/Saturn can support a home business, domestic relationship or commitment to a family member (perhaps a family memberβs illness triggers a mix of love and guilt, obligation and resentment).Β
Pisces
Influences from the Libra Full Moon continue with the Sun/Mercury Rx conjunction in your sector of personal resources. Questions, second thoughts or deeper analysis of a financial or emotional security issue can clarify what you need to know, and the Sunβs trine to the North Node says that this is all part of empowering your daily work and health routines. This could be about getting more value out of what you do, or taking better care of yourself.
Mercury Rxβs square to Mars/Saturn will confront you with a rule or ending around a friendship, group association or your connection with the public. This can pinpoint what youβre lacking, or where you feel less-than, but it will also clarify what you can manifest (via hard work) on a public scale. Your reputation could be an issue. Mars/Saturn will refer back to the last conjunction (in your career sector) on August 24th, 2016- issues with authority, work responsibilities or your professional reputation have now reached a conclusion. Β
Venus in your communication sector trine Saturn suggests that, despite any limits, you can still have a productive (even pleasant and reassuring) conversation. Something that you want can be confirmed, as long as youβre able to approach matters with patience and agreeableness.Β
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