Mars Retrograde
December 6, 2024-February 23, 2025
Each Mars retrograde differs based on the sign it occurs in. Currently, this Mars retrograde begins in the sign of Leo. The previous time Mars was retrograde in this position was between December 2009 and March 2010. While there are similarities, this retrograde will also move back into the sign of Cancer.
Reflect on what was happening in your life during the previous retrograde, as similar themes may arise. There is an emphasis on how assertively, passionately, and confidently you act and express yourself.
Expression and Barriers: Are you putting up walls? What might be hiding behind those walls? These are important questions to explore during this time.
Mars retrograde occurs approximately every 26 months and lasts for 70 to 80 days. Projects may stall, and energy levels can feel lower than usual. Impulsive actions and unrecognized anger can lead to arguments or accidents. Sexual activity may also feel less fulfilling or encounter challenges.
Textbooks suggest that suppressed frustrations can build up, leading to explosive, “volcano-like” emotional outbursts. Individuals may respond to setbacks with anger or violence rather than patience and dialogue. However, this retrograde also encourages deep introspection and transformative shifts, especially concerning communication.
This retrograde may lead to procrastination in communication, with assertive behaviors becoming more introspective. Passive-aggressive tendencies may surface, and you may encounter individuals who lack drive or fail to follow through on commitments.
Avoid Starting New Ventures. Launching a business or major project during this time can result in ongoing struggles, with actions progressing at a frustratingly slow pace.
Patience and re-evaluation: Instead of forcing progress, focus on refining plans, resolving hidden frustrations, and building inner strength.
Mars retrograde offers a chance to step back, reassess, and transform. By working with its energy constructively, you can prepare for a more productive and empowered phase ahead.
More importantly, steer away from major repairs, especially automotive repairs or purchasing a new vehicle.
Avoid surgery during a Mars retrograde. Since Mars governs destruction, deconstruction may become more understood after Mars turns direct. If an electronic gadget breaks down, a repair job will not cure the issue. A repair job during a Mars retrograde may result in another repair being needed. However, after the retrograde has ended, the problem can be better understood. Repair jobs include surgery. Avoid surgery during this timeframe if possible.
Nevertheless, being born with a Mars retrograde is much different from experiencing one during the cycle. A well-aspected Mars retrograde in an individual’s birth chart can produce a lot of success. Energy and initiative are internalized (retrograde). Usually, an individual competes with themselves. Many athletes are born with a well-aspected Mars retrograde. When Mars is aspected with challenging aspects, individuals may act hastily and often need to retrace and redo their steps.
There could be difficulties, arguments, and disagreements related to legal matters, religion, travel, and interactions with someone who may be very philosophical and/or have a very strong opinion. During this time, it would be wise to frame your intentions as a visionary. Keep the bigger picture in mind, especially when asserting your opinion as dogma.
One’s sexual drive during a Mars retrograde can change significantly. It has been stated that the level of satisfaction during a Mars retrograde can be difficult to achieve.
Political issues will be exaggerated in the news. Fires, possible protests, and “acts of God” will also be prominent themes. Hurricanes, floods, and possible earthquakes are strongly associated with this period.
During this cycle, there are likely to be upheavals. Scandalous battles may arise between presidential candidates. This is a strong placement for assault—verbal, physical, emotional, etc.
Technological breakdowns may occur, with website outages and security breaches making headlines, especially in the travel industry. Avoid major purchases of any kind if possible.
Fortunately, this cycle lasts only 80 days every 2 ½ years. On February 23, 2025, this retrograde will be completed.
In general, this is not the time to look at new property, start a new job, or begin a new business plan.
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