Are you carrying baggage that doesn’t belong to you?
Navigating Mars Retrograde
2025 could be a tumultuous year on the national and global stage. Beginning in May, the outer planets shift from yin signs of water and earth to yang signs of air and fire, before retrograding back to their current signs near the end of the year. These ingresses (entrances) will offer a dynamic preview of the profound changes and disruptions transforming our world over the next several years.
However, the first half of the year is enveloped in yin energy, encouraging introspection. This is an opportunity to strengthen your inner knowing before the radical transformations ahead.
The year began with Mars traveling retrograde in Leo, then backing into watery Cancer on January 6. Mars represents our drive and how we pursue what we want. Until the warrior god returns to direct motion on February 23, energy may feel sluggish, and progress may be slow.
This transit is intensifying as Mars approaches the closest point to earth of its 2-year orbit, peaking on January 16-17. The energy could feel combustible-- How are you processing your anger?
Cancer’s themes of home, family, ancestors, and land/real estate take center stage. This is an ideal time to clear out old family drama. Ask yourself:
Are you carrying the weight of baggage that doesn’t belong to you?
Are there old family stories you can finally end?
Use this time to clean the ghosts and clutter out of your closets and make peace with your past.
How to Navigate Mars Retrograde:
Release stale energy: Declutter emotionally, physically, and spiritually.
Set boundaries: Protect your energy and define your space.
Review plans and strategies: Revisit old projects and revise goals.
Move forward with care and deliberate steps: Avoid rushing decisions.
Trust your intuition:
· Compare what people say vs. what they do.
· Watch your temper—patience will be key.
Prepare to welcome a fresh burst of enthusiasm when Mars reenters fiery Leo mid-April!