Felt inspired to write about what’s going on astrologically with several planets moving into retrograde. So here is a little blurb:

Pluto has been in retrograde for quite some time (since late April), and an important thing to know about Pluto is that this planet sources our inner power. So, for most of 2022, some of us could have felt “powerless,” out of character, fatigued (mentally and spiritually), and I’m hearing empty. It is also important to know that Pluto is one of the most profound planets, so its effects, whether it is direct or retrograde, certainly affect us to some degree greatly. Saturn, the planet all about structure, has also been in retrograde. During this time, we can experience unfairness and cruelty from others. People like to assert their “power” and dominance, as I am hearing. It is possible if you have been on the receiving end of this, you might feel like there is nothing you can do (Pluto RX) and that this kind of treatment will not end. It is really important to know that Saturn and Pluto are both fair planets, so any mistreatment garnered towards you will be set right in due time. I will say that it is good to know that despite these planets being in retrograde, you do not ever lose your ability to set boundaries, stand up for yourself, put your foot down, yanno. It may take a bit more effort and time, but it is still very much doable. Because another thing about Saturn being in retrograde, the planet dislikes those who do not fight back if they are able to. Victim mentality as it seems. So, for example, if a boss at your job has been unnecessarily mean to you, you should stand up for yourself and speak about it. If a friend has been criticizing you, then it is time to distance yourself and perhaps drop them. Because, as I have said, these two planets are fair. Any malicious thing done to you will be corrected. And it is important to know that the opposite is also true. Anything you do will be backfired on you, too, if you choose to behave in an undignified way. I feel like this kind of energy can be stressful, especially since we have recently left Cancer season and Neptune had gone into retrograde in late June. Briefly, earlier this month (when I am writing this), Cancer season could have felt extremely emotional in different aspects of our lives. Cancer season usually lights up our hidden emotions and brings them to the surface. This, in conjunction with Neptune retrograding, we were able to see things for what they are. Because usually, Neptune conceals things, but when it is away, it takes away our rose-colored glasses. So, I’m hearing that there may have been unresolved trauma that may have resurfaced for some, having the realization that a person is the exact opposite of who they say they are and things of that nature. So, accepting harsh truths is vital during this time and, of course, progressing/moving forward. Now, Cancer season has been over for some time, and Leo season is here (and the planets are still in retrograde), so it is important to know that things will change slightly. We move out of an emotional, healing, and perhaps cathartic season for some to a season that is more lighthearted. So, the thing with Leo season is that we know our problems and struggles are there, but it doesn’t feel like a burden. Weight lifted off of our shoulders. I’m mentioning this because if there are changes that you should make and implement in your life, Leo season is probably the ideal way to do so. Especially since Jupiter recently moved into retrograde as well… and when that planet is away, we tend to integrate life-changing decisions into our lives. The remaining planets will also move into retrograde in the upcoming months, but I want to talk about Uranus retrograde lastly (and maybe I’ll make another post talking about Mercury, Mars, and Venus retrograde later). Uranus retrograde means that unexpected changes will occur. This planet will be going retrograde during Virgo Season, so our schedule, routine, and day-to-day lives will likely change, and we will have to adapt.