Traditionally, Pluto has been associated with death and rebirth. His journey through Scorpio the sign of death and transformation, makes us face our deepest fears: the will to disturb peace in order to create profound personal change.
Pluto Retrograde in the Aquarius Sign 2023
Starting May 1, 2023, the Lord of the Underworld will descend into his underworld and remain there for four months (from October 10 to January 8). Then you will emerge from it with greater knowledge and insight.
Pluto retrograde invites us to examine the transformations of the past to recognize that what has fallen is irrevocably gone and to recognize what still lurks in our shadows.
Retrograde Pluto in Aquarius
Pluto enters a period of retrograde motion while in the sign of Aquarius. This is significant since it is only the second time that Pluto has been positioned here during our lifetimes. Pluto will be in Aquarius until June 11 when its retrogradation to Capricorn begins.
This is a good time to explore topics related to Pluto in Aquarius and what they could mean to you personally or on an astrological level. When Pluto entered Aquarius in February 2008, it inaugurated a powerful cycle of transformation.
Some interpret this transit as the sign of the beginning of our collective journey towards the Age of Aquarius.
People with Pluto in Aquarius tend to be interested in technology, community and humanitarianism and are more spiritually advanced. Pluto has a dark side as well. It causes changes that are difficult to predict and can sometimes lead to death or rebirth.
The transformation process requires everything to be destroyed so that new life can emerge from the ashes.
Navigating Pluto retrograde
During a retrograde phase of Pluto, we are given the opportunity to thoroughly analyze our lives and make the changes necessary for personal evolution. We may be attracted to looking at March 23, 2023.
- What transformations have occurred since then?
- How has the world changed and evolved in the last two decades?
How have we ourselves been reborn?
The date to look back is October 8, 2022. This was the last time Pluto was retrograde. What transformations have taken place since then? How has your life been transformed as a result of these changes?
Pluto’s influence is subtle and profound which can make it difficult to understand its impact on our lives. Merely reflecting on this topic may not provide us with the clarity needed to unravel the journey of this powerful planet in our lives.
According to astrology, Pluto has an influence on the deeper layers of our being and only after it completes its transit through a zodiac sign can we begin to understand the wisdom, lessons and transformations it was destined to bring to our lives.
Its energy is subtle but powerful, meaning it can take time and reflection to unravel its impact on us.
Pluto is currently in the final stages of its journey through Capricorn but its retrograde motion indicates that there is still work to be done in this area of our lives. During 2023 and most of 2024, Pluto will continue retrograde in Capricorn which will give us the opportunity to delve into the lessons and transformations we have been experiencing in this area of our lives.
This period can be challenging but it can also offer opportunities for personal growth and renewal.
Working with Pluto’s Retrograde Energy in Capricorn: Reflections and Diary Proposals for Personal Change and Transformation
It is important to note that Pluto will not enter Aquarius for good until November 2024 which will mark the beginning of a new astrological cycle. Until then, Pluto will continue to retrograde in Capricorn, allowing us to continue working on the lessons and transformations that it has been guiding in this area of our lives.
It will be from that moment on that we will be able to obtain a complete picture of Pluto’s journey in Capricorn and fully understand the meaning of the lessons and transformations we have experienced.
Here are some ways you can work with Pluto’s retrograde energy:
- Reflect on the changes you have experienced since March 2023 and/or October 2022. What adjustments do you need to make to move forward successfully?
- Devote time to quiet, reflective contemplation. Connect with yourself and discover what’s in your heart.
- Face your shadow side and allow yourself to explore what’s inside. What do you need to release and what aspects of your being need to be enlightened?
- Face your fears and free yourself from the control they have over you. Recognize that you have the power to overcome your fears and achieve your goals.
- Release everything that is no longer under your control. Accept that you can’t change everything and allow the universe to take care of what’s out of your reach.
- Release any shadows from your past that are holding you back. Accept what happened in the past and allow it to teach you valuable lessons for moving forward.
- Evaluate the beliefs, situations or relationships that make you feel powerless and work on your empowerment. Find out how you can take control of your life and find the strength to move forward.
Remember, Pluto’s retrograde energy can be intense and challenging but it can also provide opportunities for personal growth and transformation. Keep an open mind and work with this energy consciously for the best results.
Here are some daily suggestions for working with Pluto’s retrograde energy:
- “I can be reborn my life by…” — Reflect on the changes and transformations you want to make in your life. What areas need renovation and what are your goals? Write about what you can do to achieve these changes and how you can be reborn and transform your life.
- “I’m really afraid of…” — Pluto retrograde can reveal deep and hidden fears. Write about your deepest fears and how you can face and overcome them.
- “I’m most powerful when…” — Reflect on what makes you feel powerful and how you can incorporate these things into your daily life. What skills do you have that make you feel strong and confident?
- “What no longer works in my life…” — Recognize the things that no longer work in your life and that need to be released. Write about how you can let go of these things and allow the universe to guide you to new opportunities.
- “I release control of…” — Pluto retrograde can reveal patterns of control in our lives. Write about the things you need to let go of and stop controlling. What things are out of your control and need to be released?
These diary proposals are just ideas to start working with Pluto’s retrograde energy. Keep writing and exploring your deepest emotions and thoughts for greater understanding and personal transformation.
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