We're rolling in the new year now, and here comes February with a New Moon in airy Aquarius and a Full Moon in practical Virgo. P.S. Make sure to sign up for the free monthly worksheet so you can keep track of planetary events like new and full moons every month! What is a New Moon?
A new moon occurs when the transit (moving) Sun and Moon are in the exact same position in the Zodiac (called a conjunction). New moons are related to beginnings, have high energy, and are enthusiastic.
What is a Full Moon?
A full moon occurs when the transit (moving) Sun and Moon are in the exact opposite positions in the Zodiac (called an opposition). Full moons are related to endings, culminations, and are emotional energy.
New Moon in Aquarius: February 9th 2024 (6PM ET/3PM PT)
The New Moon for February comes to us in Aquarius, the sign of the future, our hopes and dreams, and the sign of change. We're focused on what we hope and dream of, and we can be open to making changes that get us closer to achieving those dreams. We can work independently, but can also work well with groups and make new connections that are beneficial to us. We're excited about the future, and we feel like we're on a new road.
This is super strong now that Pluto is in Aquarius for this New Moon, and we're entering a whole new era. This is a huge time for change, but this isn't small change. It's huge, maybe life-altering at times, and normally that scares us, but with Aquarius, we're ready to go. The Sun, Mercury, Venus, and Mars are all also moving to Aquarius or are already in Aquarius for this New Moon, so we're super focused on the future, our dreams, and changes, and we can take the action we need and make great progress quickly. The new moon is square (challenging aspect, 3 signs away) transit (moving) Uranus in Taurus, and Uranus is the natural ruler of Aquarius, so this might bring some challenges when it comes to what we're working on. Since this is such big change and so important for the future, there can naturally be some resistance to work through, old blocks to remove first, and some inner questions to answer. Once we do, we can go forward, but we need to make sure we don't avoid it and act impulsively, otherwise we can create bigger problems. The new moon occurs at 20 degrees 41 minutes Aquarius. The aspects to the new moon are: Conjunction: 18 degrees 41 minutes - 22 degrees 41 minutes Aquarius Sextile: 18 degrees 41 minutes - 22 degrees 41 minutes Aries or Sagittarius Square: 18 degrees 41 minutes - 22 degrees 41 minutes Taurus or Scorpio Trine: 18 degrees 41 minutes - 22 degrees 41 minutes Gemini or Libra Opposition: 18 degrees 41 minutes - 22 degrees 41 minutes Leo Full Moon in Virgo: February 24th 2024 (7:31AM ET/4:31AM PT)
The Virgo Full Moon is often a time of heightened productivity. Virgo is the sign of work, and Full Moons rule endings, so we're working hard to get things done. We can tackle projects, tasks, and chores at home or at a job, and we want to feel we're getting all of the little things out of the way. We can be focused and pay close attention to detail, and end up getting many things off of our list of things to do.
The bad thing is, we can take on too much and not take any time for breaks and rest. We need to make sure we're giving ourselves that time so we don't burn out. If we keep going too much, we can get too rundown and lose all momentum. It may be counter-intuitive, but getting enough of a break and rest actually helps us be more productive. This can be a good time to focus on improving stress as well, and we can work on having better stress management. We may tackle issues that are causing stress for us right now, and we can work on resolving and having a better understanding of how to work with it. Virgo is also the sign of health, so we may focus on trying to work on health issues. This can be a good time to eliminate a bad habit, to quit something that is causing us harm, and we can be more dedicated to this. The full moon is trine (beneficial aspect, 4 signs away) transit Ceres in Capricorn, and with Ceres ruling nourishment, support, and resources, we can get support for the work we do with this Full Moon, and we can nourish ourselves in every way, though especially physically. We can feel more resourceful, and can tend to the little things that improve the resources we have access to. The full moon occurs at 5 degrees 23 minutes Virgo. Aspects to the full moon are: Conjunction: 3 degrees 23 minutes - 7 degrees 23 minutes Virgo Sextile: 3 degrees 23 minutes - 7 degrees 23 minutes Cancer or Scorpio Square: 3 degrees 23 minutes - 7 degrees 23 minutes Gemini or Sagittarius Trine: 3 degrees 23 minutes - 7 degrees 23 minutes Taurus or Capricorn Opposition: 3 degrees 23 minutes - 7 degrees 23 minutes Pisces Suggested Reading: The New & Full Moons page for general interpretations by house and aspect Ceres will move from fun-loving Sagittarius to disciplined Capricorn in early February, and is going to spend almost the entire rest of the year in Capricorn thanks to a retrograde period in this sign. What does this mean for us? P.S. Make sure you're signed up for the free monthly worksheet to keep track of Ceres and the other planets every month! What is Ceres in astrology?
Ceres is technically a dwarf planet (like Pluto) but in astrology, we call it an asteroid (as it was before the dwarf planet designation). Ceres is super nurturing, supportive, caring, and there for you. It's like a supercharged Moon, maybe mixed with a little Venus.
You can find Ceres in your own chart on astro.com (in Extended Chart Selection, click on Additional Objects, and select Ceres from the menu). Ceres in Capricorn 2024 Dates:
General Impact of Ceres in Capricorn:
Ceres in Capricorn puts the planet of nourishment, support, and resources in the sign of discipline, responsibility, and focus. This means we take a more conventional, practical, disciplined approach with our resources and finances, and can be more concerned long-term with how this plays out, not just the present moment. This means this can be a great time to make long-term financial plans and goals, and come up with long-term plans and goals to improve or get access to new resources.
Capricorn rules our goals and direction, which connects it to careers, so many can focus on nurturing their goals and careers. We may want more support for what we're trying to achieve, and we may want to feel nourished by what we're doing. There can be more rewards when we do things the right way and for the right reasons, and we can get more encouragement. Some may hit new heights and achieve great things, and this can come with responsibilities. We can focus on managing our responsibilities in better ways so we still feel secure and can still tend to our own needs. We may utilize practical methods or the tried-and-true to do this. We're not as into venturing outside of our comfort zones during this transit. Ceres is in Capricorn for so long because it retrogrades in Capricorn May 15th to August 26th. Retrograde means it appears to move backward, and this can throw the energy of the planet of body off. With Ceres, this can mean that we have more struggles with our resources, with feeling supported, and with nurturing. In Capricorn, this can impact our goals, direction, and responsibilities. We likely need to find a different approach, one that isn't too radical and out there, but that is different from what we've been trying already. There can also be an important block that needs to be worked through before movement can occur. And with Capricorn, there might be something that we did for the wrong reason or in the wrong way that we need to rectify during the retrograde. The retrograde starts trine (beneficial aspect) Uranus and Venus, and square (challenging aspect) Chiron. This can help us find new ways to work with others thanks to Venus and Uranus, and we might want to suddenly pick back up an old goal or reconnect with an old boss. The square to Chiron might bring up old wounds, and we have to tend to them and not run. The retrograde ends square the Lunar Nodes, which are spiritual and karmic in nature, and conjunct (aligned with) asteroid Pholus. The square to the Lunar Nodes might make any blocks to having the support and resources we need more obvious so we can get rid of them and move on for good, while the conjunction to asteroid Pholus might force us to take action in unexpected ways that can cause some huge, life-changing events. Quite a karmic ending to this retrograde! Moving out of the retrograde, we can work on trying to get back on track as much as possible. This can become intense quickly as Pluto is also back in Capricorn September 1st to November 19th, wrapping up its transit of Capricorn, and we're likely super focused on trying to finish something important. It can feel like the end of an era in some respects. Ceres urges us to make sure we're giving ourselves the support we need and being smart with our resources. Ceres in Capricorn 2024 Aspects:
Note that since Ceres spends a long time in Capricorn and retrogrades, it's making a lot of aspects:
- Sextile Sun in Pisces on February 25th at 6 degrees and Sun in Scorpio on November 13th at 21 degrees: This can help us focus on giving ourselves comfort and support, and we can get what we need from others as well. This can be compassionate and understanding energy. - Sextile Mercury in Pisces on February 27th at 7 degrees and Mercury in Scorpio on October 24th at 16 degrees: We can come up with ideas that help us get the support we need, or to use our resources well, or to get access to new resources. Mental talents and abilities can be on display and valued. - Sextile Saturn in Pisces on March 13th at 11 degrees & June 12th at 19 degrees & October 13th at 13 degrees: This is the only aspect that goes exact 3 times and is in effect for a long time while Ceres is in Capricorn, and this is a beneficial aspect. Saturn is discipline and focus, so this helps us to get more disciplined with our resources, to take responsibilities seriously, and to nurture ourselves in practical ways. - Square Mercury in Aries on March 16th at 12 degrees & on May 5th at 21 degrees: These aspects come before and after Mercury retrograde in Aries, so we may go into and come out of that retrograde needing to work on issues with our resources, tackle plans for them, and working on improving how well we voice support for something or someone. - Sextile Venus in Pisces on March 23rd at 14 degrees: We can get and give support well in our connections, and can nurture the relationships we have, and feel more secure with commitment. - Square Sun in Aries on April 6th at 17 degrees and Sun in Libra on October 4th at 11 degrees: We may feel uncertain about something that makes us insecure, and we may lack the support we need and need to work on issues around getting that support. - Sextile Mars in Pisces on April 16th at 19 degrees: Mars is energy and drive so we can be driven to pursue new resources and maximize what we have, and we can feel more energized when we have lots of support. - Square Venus in Aries on April 20th at 19 degrees: This might make it difficult to be supportive of others, or we may struggle with being too vulnerable. We likely need to work on relationship issues. - Trine Sun in Taurus on May 10th at 21 degrees: This can help us focus on nurturing ourselves, nourishing our passions, and making ourselves comfortable, which is helpful as Ceres retrograde is about to begin. - Trine Venus in Taurus on May 16th at 21 degrees: This is felt around Ceres retrograde, so we can be more supportive and encouraging, and this can be a good time for beneficial relationships, partnerships, and allies. - Square Mars in Aries on May 28th at 21 degrees: Fights may break out with others regarding resources or support. We may lash out when we feel unsupported, and need to work on channeling energy productively. - Trine Mercury in Taurus on May 29th at 20 degrees: Communications can flow and news that impacts resources or support can be beneficial. We can nurture our minds and find new ways to voice support. - Opposite Mercury in Cancer on June 25th at 16 degrees: This can be a challenging period where we have many miscommunications, get news we don't want, or lack ideas for new resources. We likely need to look at things from a different perspective. - Opposite Venus in Cancer and Trine Mars in Taurus on June 30th at 15 degrees: The trine to Mars gives us helpful energy and drive for our resources, while the opposition to Venus says we may need to work on our own as others present challenges. We likely need to be more flexible and understanding. - Opposite Sun in Cancer on July 6th at 14 degrees: We may lack the support we need, and this can deplete our confidence. We need to find new ways to give ourselves support, and not be so reliant on others. - Trine Venus in Virgo on August 11th at 8 degrees: Others can prove to be helpful, and we can make connections that benefit us in some way. We can be supportive of others, and get support in new ways. - Trine Sun in Virgo on August 29th at 7 degrees: Coming out of Ceres retrograde, this can help us tend to ourselves, make ourselves feel comfortable, make our resources more secure, and be more supportive. - Square Venus in Libra on September 4th at 7 degrees: There can be challenges with getting and giving support in relationships that need to be worked on. We may feel stuck in some way and need to be more active. - Trine Mercury in Virgo on September 14th at 8 degrees: Helpful communications and ideas impacting resources that can open more up to us. We can voice support well, and get words of encouragement from others. - Opposite Mars in Cancer on September 20th at 9 degrees: There can be fights over resources and support, and everyone may feel like lashing out, but that doesn't solve the problem. We need to be more focused and channel extra energy in a healthy way. - Square Mercury in Libra and Sextile Venus in Scorpio on October 2nd at 11 degrees: Communications may be difficult, and we might get bad news or struggle with focus thanks to Mercury, but Venus helps us to benefit from our connections and ground ourselves. - Sextile Neptune in Pisces on November 29th at 27 degrees: This is the final aspect for Ceres in Capricorn, and we can be more compassionate, empathetic, and want to help as much as we can. We can be super supportive and understanding. Final Note:
This is a very interesting tour for Ceres in Capricorn, and while it kind of starts out quiet and not terribly eventful, that can change quite a bit when it's retrograde, and especially coming out of the retrograde and for the last few months in Capricorn. We need to be smart, careful, and thoughtful during this transit.
Suggested Reading: Transit Ceres in the Houses & Transit Ceres Aspects Ceres is a dwarf planet ruling nourishment, support, and resources in astrology. It's going to retrograde (appear to move backward) starting in May of this year, and while retrograde, we may struggle with having the support we need, feeling secure, and being encouraging. There can be karmic issues that need to be worked through, and blocks to remove. Make sure to sign up for the free monthly worksheet so you can keep track of Ceres every month, and below you'll find interpretations for Ceres retrograde in the natal houses. Ceres Retrograde in the Natal Houses:Ceres Retrograde in the 1st House
Ceres retrograde in the 1st house can bring out lots of existing and old issues regarding insecurity and lack. You may feel unsupported, and like you don’t have what you need when you need it. Tackling the issues helps a lot, and you should try to spend more time taking care of yourself and tending to your own needs. You should be a priority in your life, and this retrograde can remind you of that. This can be a good time for a second chance with something that nourishes you.
Ceres Retrograde in the 2nd House
Ceres retrograde in the 2nd house can bring issues with resources and finances, stability and security. Something in life can either become incredibly chaotic, or it may get incredibly stuck. Grounding yourself is more important, yet there can be blocks that you need to work through in order to do so. Money might be tight, but it may also be a matter of perception or simply needed to be smarter. This can be a good time to make money or use resources in a way you have before that was helpful.
Ceres Retrograde in the 3rd House
Ceres retrograde in the 3rd house can impact your ability to voice support or to get words of encouragement from others. You may be insecure about what you say or how you say it, and can be hurt by the words of others. Work on improving your confidence in your ability to express yourself, and tackle old issues that have gotten in the way. Take care of your mind as well. This can be a good time to pick back up an old idea with a nurturing approach.
Ceres Retrograde in the 4th House
Ceres retrograde in the 4th house can make your emotions stronger than usual, and you can be quite sensitive. Something or someone may trigger something at your core, an old issue that hasn’t been worked through yet, and you can be quite emotional. Work on strengthening yourself internally, and giving yourself emotional support and comfort. Strengthen your external support system as well. This can be a good time to reconnect with those you think of as family or places you’ve lived before.
Ceres Retrograde in the 5th House
Ceres retrograde in the 5th house can bring out issues in your love relationships. You may feel unsupported by those you love, or have to deal with someone especially clingy. You can feel insecure without praise, but need to work on giving yourself validation instead of looking for it in the wrong places. This can be a highly creative period, though you may struggle with being productive with it. Try to give yourself time to enjoy yourself without any expectations.
Ceres Retrograde in the 6th House
Ceres retrograde in the 6th house can make you feel insecure with the work you do, with projects, tasks, and chores you accomplish, and just generally in your everyday life. But, you’re likely going to be quiet about this, and it festers inside, making you anxious. Try to figure out what is making you feel this way, and work on tending to the details with it. Take a practical approach, and this can help you make progress. And make sure to go easy on yourself and don’t rip yourself apart for a mistake. This can be a good time to pick back up an old project and improve stress management.
Ceres Retrograde in the 7th House
Ceres retrograde in the 7th house can bring out issues in your relationships and partnerships. You may feel unsupported by others, and feel you’re giving too much. Work on having healthy boundaries, and tend to old relationship issues. You may need to improve balance and make sure support is flowing freely both ways. This can be a good time to reconnect with someone from the past, though you still have to keep in mind boundaries.
Ceres Retrograde in the 8th House
Ceres retrograde in the 8th house can stir up something deep inside, something you’d rather run from, that has contributed to insecurity, instability, and a feeling of not enough. Facing this and working through it may mean you need to make some sort of transformation, and this can be difficult at first but proves to give you a lot more power at the end. Don't get lost in intense emotions, and make sure you’re seeing the big picture and not getting lost in the details. This can be a good time to focus on improving your legacy and shared resources.
Ceres Retrograde in the 9th House
Ceres retrograde in the 9th house can make it so you either feel you have too much space and are kind of on an island alone, or you don’t have enough and feel like you’re suffocating. No matter which it is, work on getting to the core of why that is. Balancing the amount of space you have with the amount of responsibilities you have is important. Your beliefs can also be more important to you, but you may be closed-minded about it, and need to be respectful of others.
Ceres Retrograde in the 10th House
Ceres retrograde in the 10th house can make you feel stuck with a goal or that you’re on the wrong path. That might not be true, but it can feel that way. Go with the slow energy, and take the time to assess your plans, go over where you’ve been so far, and make sure you’ve done all the homework you need to. Make sure you’re doing this for the right reasons too. This can be a good period to reconnect with an old boss or pick back up an old goal that you can nurture now.
Ceres Retrograde in the 11th House
Ceres retrograde in the 11th house can make you feel less connected with friends or groups if you don’t feel nurtured and supported by them. This can be more important to you in your connections, and you may pull away from anyone you feel isn’t supportive and encouraging. You can also feel insecure about your dreams, and may feel you need to walk away, but this is likely just the insecurity of the moment. Work on getting to the heart of why you’re uncertain.
Ceres Retrograde in the 12th House
Ceres retrograde in the 12th house can make you feel drained by all of the support you’ve had to give to others. There might not be any support left for yourself, and you need to work on having stronger boundaries. You might be making too many sacrifices, and this gets in your way of progress. Remember to take care of yourself too, and get plenty of rest and more time alone. Reflect on the past, and work on issues that have made you feel insecure, and release. Nurture your intuitive side, and nourish your subconscious mind.
Suggested Reading: The Ceres Series Ceres in the Zodiac Signs Natal Ceres in the Houses Natal Ceres Aspects Transit Ceres in the Houses Transit Aspects to Natal Ceres Mercury, Venus, and Mars Retrograde to Natal Ceres Transit Ceres Aspects The Ceres Return in Astrology Astrology of Ceres in the Progressed Chart Ceres & Love Astrology Composite Ceres in the Houses & Aspects Ceres Retrograde Aspects Progressed Ceres in the Houses New & Full Moons & Eclipses to Natal Ceres Progressed Aspects to Natal Ceres Progressed Ceres Aspects Ceres is often called an asteroid in astrology, however it's technically a dwarf planet like Pluto. While Ceres is not considered as part of the main ten planets, I personally use Ceres like it is (one of my quirks). I think Ceres deserves way more respect! Ceres Astrology & Your Natal Chart
There are ten planets in a standard astrology chart (again not including Ceres). Each planet links to a different part of your personality and life. Your natal chart is a snapshot of the locations of the planets, other bodies, and houses in the Zodiac at the moment you're born and from the location you're born at.
Ceres is argued to be the natural ruler of earth sign Taurus, sensual, grounded, and confident, and that would mean Ceres naturally connects with the second house of money. I personally still use both Venus and Ceres for Taurus. At-a-Glance Ceres Keywords:
Ceres in Astrology: Nourishment
Ceres is the planet of nourishment in astrology. In your natal chart, your natal Ceres rules how you nourish yourself, essentially what you need to feel nourished, and where you need to be nourished in your life.
When it comes to transits, transit (moving) Ceres can bring nourishing energy to the areas of life ruled by the house in your natal chart it's touring, and you may find that you need to nourish these areas now to feel secure. Aspects by transit Ceres and to natal Ceres can impact your ability to nourish and to feel nourished. Ceres in Astrology: Nurture
Ceres is a nurturing planet, and wants us to feel nurtured in our lives. The sign and house placement of your natal Ceres can show how you nurture and where you channel this nurturing energy, and transits involving Ceres can show where your nurturing energy is focused at the moment and how well you're using it or not.
Ceres in Astrology: Support
Ceres rules support, and it's what we need to feel supported and secure, as well as how we show support to others. In your natal chart, the sign and house placement of your Ceres can show how you give support and where, while the aspects can show how well you do this and any blocks.
Transits involving Ceres can impact your ability to be supportive and encouraging, and to feel supported and encouraged at the moment. Transit Ceres in the natal houses can show where you need support right now. Ceres in Astrology: Resources
Ceres is the planet of resources in astrology, and which includes any and all resources. This can start with physical resources, physical items you own, as well as money. It can also include mental and emotional resources you have though, and this can be shown via your natal Ceres.
Transit Ceres can impact your resources and finances, and the natal house transit Ceres tours can show where you're using resources or with what. Transit aspects to your natal Ceres can impact your ability to use what you have and have what you need. Ceres in Astrology: Food
In mythology, Ceres presided over grains and agriculture, so Ceres rules food in astrology. Your natal Ceres can show your relationship with food, your favorite foods, and your cooking ability (or lack thereof). I find Ceres transits can show when you eat a lot, overindulge, or go to the other extreme and don't eat enough, or get sick from food or with something that impacts your ability to eat.
Ceres in Astrology: Quiet Strength
As the story goes for Ceres, her daughter was kidnapped by Hades, ruler of the Underworld (Pluto). Ceres was so distraught, that she abandoned tending to the grains, and everyone almost starved to death. The Gods struck a deal with both Hades and Ceres that her daughter would spend half the year with Hades in the Underworld (as his queen), and half the year with Ceres above ground.
Moral of the story? Don't mess with Ceres! This is a surprisingly strong body, but it may not be very obvious (like say, Mars or Pluto). It's a quieter, more subtle kind of strength, but one that becomes a great force. On the downside, this can mean that your natal Ceres may show where you end up having to stand up against your own Hades/Pluto at some point in your life. But, know that it's also where you might be strongest and most resilient. Ceres in Astrology: The Mother
I just mentioned the myth of Ceres involving her daughter, so Ceres also links to the mother in astrology, along with the Moon. When manifested well, Ceres can be the incredibly nurturing, supportive mother; but when not manifested well, Ceres can be too dominant and controlling. No matter what, a strong natal Ceres is often a feature in the natal charts of people who have had a strong mother influence in their lives (for better or worse).
(another reason I like adding Ceres to the major planets is Ceres is feminine, and only two of the major planets are [Moon and Venus], so Ceres gives some more of that energy) Where Your Ceres Energy is Found
For everyone, look to the Zodiac sign and natal house your Ceres falls in. The energy of the Ceres sign is how you nurture, support, and are resourceful, while the areas of life ruled by the house your Ceres falls in are where.
Planets that are conjunct (aligned with) your natal Ceres can benefit from the supportive, resourceful energy of Ceres. That planet can be an area where you have plentiful resources and get lots of support in your life. On the other hand, it may also be an area where you have to fight for your rights/power/position. Transit (moving) planets aspecting your natal Ceres can bring some temporary energy for Ceres matters. This can impact your ability to nurture and be resourceful with Ceres, but can also impact the areas of life ruled by the house your Ceres falls in. The most challenging aspects to your natal Ceres can be hard transit Saturn (since Saturn restricts, this can restrict the resourceful, supportive energy of Ceres), and hard transit Pluto (remember Pluto is Hades so there can be a fight over power and control). Make sure to sign up for the free monthly worksheet to keep track of the transit planets impacting your natal Ceres and aspects by transit Ceres every month! A Strong Natal Ceres in Astrology
Some may have a more important natal Ceres. This can be the case for you if you have:
- a stellium (3+ planets) including your natal Ceres - your natal Ceres conjunct an angle - your North or South Node in your Ceres sign - your 1st house ruler conjunct the natal Ceres - your natal Ceres anaretic (at 29 degrees) - natal Ceres retrograde or conjunct a retrograde Mercury, Venus, or Mars If your natal Ceres is in a stellium, getting support with that stellium can be more important for you to actually use it. You can also find that you're more resourceful with that stellium, and whatever it's focused on may involve using resources in smart ways. There is potential for abundance here. Natal Ceres conjunct an angle make it more important to nourish that area of life and maximize the resources involved with it. If conjunct your natal 1st house ruler, Ceres can seep into your personality, and you may be extra supportive of others, encouraging, and use your resources to be of help. Ceres in your North Node sign can mean you have the potential to be extremely nurturing, and to have abundant resources in your life, but you may shy away from this initially and have blocks to work through. Ceres in your South Node sign can mean you're extra support and resourceful, but may fall back on this too much and not give yourself enough, or fight too much. Ceres with the Lunar Nodes can show "motherhood" is important as well, either you becoming a parent being important for you at some point, or your own mother/parents having unusually strong influence on you. When your natal Ceres is anaretic, you can play up the energy too much or not at all. You can have extreme lack in your life, not get enough of what you need, and feel completely unsupported; or you can take too much, perhaps hoarding and being emotionally selfish. Middle ground is always needed with the anaretic degree, and you need to both give yourself what you need while not taking away from others' needs. When your natal Ceres is retrograde or conjunct a retrograde Mercury, Venus, or Mars, this can mean that you manifest Ceres in a way that is different. You likely struggle with manifesting your Ceres in your early years and feel you don't have enough (financially physically, mentally, emotionally, spiritually). This is because you need to find another way of manifesting Ceres, and this might be different from what you would consider to be "normal". Once you do figure this out, you can be quite abundant and feel secure. Suggested Reading: Natal Ceres in the Houses, Natal Ceres Aspects, Transit Ceres in the Houses and Transit Ceres Aspects for general interpretations Pluto is one of the outer planets. pr generational planets, along with Uranus and Neptune. They are called generational planets because they spend so long in one Zodiac sign, that most or all of a generation cna have them in the same sign. This is especially true for Pluto, who spends 15-20 years in each sign, and is the slowest planet. Pluto Astrology & Your Natal Chart
There are ten planets in a standard astrology chart (I personally also add Ceres, and there are others, but we start with the ten). Each planet links to a different part of your personality and life. Your natal chart is a snapshot of the locations of the planets, other bodies, and houses in the Zodiac at the moment you're born and from the location you're born at.
Pluto is the natural ruling planet for water sign Scorpio, the intense and passionate sign, and naturally connects to the eighth house, the house of other people's money (money that involves other people) and transformation. At-a-Glance Pluto Keywords:
Pluto in Astrology: Transformation
At its core, Pluto is the planet of transformation. In your natal chart, your natal Pluto can show how and where you have to transform in your life. This can be a big transformation at some point, or it might be many smaller ones throughout your life. This is largely focused on the areas of life ruled by the house your natal Pluto is in, and aspects it makes (especially conjunctions).
When it comes to transits, transit (moving) Pluto can make it important to transform with whatever planet or body it's aspecting. Sextiles and trines can make it easy for you and a positive experience, while conjunct, squares, and oppositions can make it super challenging and force you to confront things you'd rather keep running from. Pluto in Astrology: Research and Investigation
Pluto doesn't like anything superficial, so it's willing to dig deeper. It wants to get to the heart of matters, and this makes it an intense sign for research and investigation. Pluto can keep digging until it gets to the core and finds everything it needs to find.
Because of this Pluto also rules solutions (as we take the information we find and come up with solutions to problems), and is one of the science rulers (along with Uranus). Pluto in Astrology: Darkness
Pluto governs the dark side in astrology. Pluto is Hades, ruler of the Underworld/Hell, so Pluto can connect with the darkness within us. Everyone has a dark side, and Pluto relishes living in that part of ourselves. Getting some control over it can be important though.
Pluto in Astrology: Depth
Since Pluto wants to get to the heart of matters, is researching and investigative and hates superficiality, Pluto governs our depths. Pluto is what we hide way down deep inside of us, what we shove away for another day, only to ignore it forever. We run from this, we hide from this, we keep putting it way down deep.
Pluto wants depth, but it will punish us eventually for running from what is there. We need to be willing to venture into the depths and face what's there. Pluto in Astrology: Fear
Pluto rules our fears, what we're terrified of. This can be internal or external, but we tend to run from this. Pluto demands that we stop running and avoiding, and face our fears directly. Pluto challenges us and tries to force us to face our greatest fears. Whether or not we learn from them is up to us.
Pluto in Astrology: Power and Control
Pluto rules power and control, and shows how we can empower ourselves, where we can find power, how we take control, and where we need to take control. This can be flipped sometimes though, and show how others have power and control over us.
Natal Pluto can show where you may have power and control issues that need to be worked on. A transformation is usually needed. Pluto in Astrology: Passion and Intensity
Pluto is a passionate and intense planet in astrology. Pluto doesn't do anything halfway. Pluto is either all in or all out, and there's no real middle ground there. When Pluto cares, it cares hard and fully; and when Pluto doesn't care, it's like you don't exist.
Pluto in Astrology: Taboo
Pluto rules the taboo in astrology. What's forbidden can be enticing to Pluto, and it wants to venture into territories that are off-limits. Pluto doesn't accept that, and wants to explore and understand, and knows you can't do that if you ignore it.
Pluto gets a kind of thrill from the taboo, so there is a bit of a rebellious side to it (though Uranus rules rebellion, but when the two of them get together, it's quite the wow!). Pluto in Astrology: The Witch
I know, Pluto is one of the science rulers but it's also ruler of the witch! Haha, well it ties into many aspects of Pluto, like the taboo, as science has been seen throughout history as a threatening subject to many, as has the witch. Both science and the witch also tie into the darkness and depth of Pluto, and can give power and control to whoever wields them.
Where Your Pluto Energy is Found
For everyone, look to the Zodiac sign and natal house your Pluto falls in. The energy of the Pluto sign is how you transform, while the areas of life ruled by the house your Pluto falls in are where you transform. Also look to the natural planetary ruler of your Pluto sign (the natural planetary ruler of the Zodiac sign your Pluto falls in) as this can also connect to the Pluto energy.
Planets that are conjunct (aligned with) your natal Pluto can get overtaken by Pluto's intensity. Whatever the planet rules, Pluto can make it extremely strong and powerful, but too much at times, and you may have such intense energy associated with it that it is difficult to control. You can encounter many power struggles and control issues with it. A major transformation is often needed, or many smaller transformations throughout your life, with whatever it rules. Transit (moving) planets aspecting your natal Pluto can bring some temporary energy for Pluto matters. This can impact your ability to transform and research with Pluto as well as the areas of life ruled by the house your Pluto rules (so the house that falls in Scorpio). The most challenging aspects to your natal Pluto can be hard transit Uranus (who rules change, the sudden and unexpected, so paired with transformative Pluto, this can lead to massive changes and unexpected developments you need to be quick to work with), hard transit Chiron (the wounded healer, this can bring out deep wounds from the past), and hard transit Pluto (most only live long enough to experience the square in their late 30's, but if you do the work to transform ahead of time, it can be an empowering period; if you don't it can be a defeating one). Make sure to sign up for the free monthly worksheet to keep track of the transit planets impacting your natal Pluto and aspects by transit Pluto every month! A Strong Natal Pluto in Astrology
Some may have a more important natal Pluto. This can be the case for you if you have:
- a stellium (3+ planets) including your natal Pluto - your natal Pluto conjunct an angle - your North or South Node in your Pluto sign - your 1st house ruler conjunct the natal Pluto - your natal Pluto anaretic (at 29 degrees) - natal Pluto as a singleton (only planet in an element, modality, or house type) If your natal Pluto is in a stellium, it might take that stellium over, especially if the other planets are the faster ones (Sun, Moon, Mercury, Venus, Mars) or Jupiter or Neptune. That can make the stellium incredibly intense, and you may encounter issues when you manifest it and have to hold your ground. Pretty much only Saturn and Uranus can go up against Pluto. If Saturn is in the stellium, it may try to control Pluto, but the two likely fight and you sway from super controlled to super out of control. If Uranus is in the stellium, there can be lots of sudden developments leading to unexpected power/control issues. Natal Pluto conjunct an angle can bring the intensity of Pluto to whatever that angle rules, and you may experience more power struggles and control issues. It becomes important for you to transform and empower yourself, otherwise you may be at the mercy of manipulative others. If Pluto is conjunct your 1st house ruler, Pluto can infuse your personality, and you may seem more dominating and intense. Pluto in your North Node sign means you need to embrace your power and take control, be strong and willful, but you may shy away from this, scared of it, and need to work on pushing through the fear. Pluto in your South Node sign means you may fall back to your intensity and passion and dominating side too much, and need to learn better balance, compromise, and consideration. Your natal Pluto can be extra elevated if it's anaretic or a singleton. Both of these greatly amplify your natal Pluto energy, but it can go either way. If you run away from it, you may be a pushover, and find you're constantly around others who control you and have ill intentions. If you go too far with it, you may be the one acting that way and controlling others. Middle ground is very important here, and you need to embrace your own power while showing others the respect to embrace their own. Suggested Reading: Natal Pluto and Transit Pluto pages for general interpretations Asteroid Cupido is going to leave Capricorn and enter Aquarius on January 5th 2024, to stay until February 26th. What does this have in store for us? P.S. Make sure you're signed up for the free monthly worksheet to keep track of Cupido every month! What is Cupido in astrology?
Cupido is an asteroid in astrology, and rules crushes and infatuation. The Zodiac sign and house location in your natal chart of your natal Cupido can show how you are when crushing or infatuated, and what you can be infatuated with (not just people!). It's the early part of relationships.
You can find your natal asteroid Cupido location for free using astro.com (in Extended Chart Selection, click on 'Additional objects', and add number '763' to the 'Manual entry' box, and generate your chart). In transit, Cupido can show how you're experiencing crushes at the moment, and where you may be infatuated in life. Cupido in Aquarius 2024
Cupido in Aquarius brings an unconventional flavor to our crushes. We may suddenly become infatuated with someone or something, and can get over our infatuation just as quickly. Who and what we become obsessed with may be different from usual, and we may appreciate the unconventional.
This passionate energy can get amplified when Pluto also moves into Aquarius on January 20th, though the two won't align. Still, this can greatly increase obsession and we can get enthralled. It's interesting because Aquarius tends to be detached, but once it becomes attached, it has a hard time letting go. We can become more infatuated with our dreams for the future, what we hope for, and our independence. We may also develop crushes on friends, and need to make sure this is legit, otherwise it might wreck a friendship. Asteroid Cupido in Capricorn for the Zodiac Signs:
Aries: You may express your infatuations in more unconventional ways with Cupido in Aquarius, and you can develop crushes on friends or people you wouldn't normally be interested in. You can also be more passionate about your future.
Taurus: You can become more infatuated with where you're going and what you're trying to achieve with Cupido in Aquarius. This can help you make strides with what you want. When it comes to crushes, you may be more traditional about them. Gemini: You may become infatuated with your beliefs with Cupido in Aquarius, and can defend them passionately. They can be important to you, and you can be loud about it. You can also become infatuated with having more space to do your own thing, and you may push to get this. Cancer: You can be more passionate, intense, and obsessive with Cupido in Aquarius, and can throw yourself into projects, plans, ideas, and relationships. You can take it seriously, and dig deep with it. Just make sure you're getting enough breaks. Leo: You can commit yourself to whatever you're infatuated with thanks to Cupido in Aquarius, and you can throw yourself into commitments. You may need to work on being better balanced with whatever you're wrapped up in, and getting some time to yourself. Virgo: You can become more infatuated with your work, chores, and small projects with Cupido in Aquarius, and you can have a great eye for the details. This helps you get more done, and you can be super productive. Make sure you don't run yourself down though. Libra: You may be in love with love while Cupido is in Aquarius, and you can be more infatuated with your hobbies, creative projects, and getting time off to have fun. You may want more time with loved ones, and can be generous with your heart. Scorpio: Your emotions can drive what you become infatuated with thanks to Cupido in Aquarius, and whatever you connect with emotionally, you can be more passionate about. You may want more time with those you think of as family or in comfortable places. Sagittarius: You can become infatuated with your ideas and plans with Cupido in Aquarius, and can be extra passionate about what you come up with. You can be open to learning new things, and want to open up communication with others. Capricorn: You can take your time with whatever you're infatuated with thanks to Cupido in Aquarius, and don't want to get lost in anything quickly. Instead, you wait until the time is right, and then you can dedicate yourself and throw yourself into it. Aquarius: Cupido moves to your sign and infatuation can come easily to you, and you may feel caught up in passion in various areas of life. Other people may develop crushes on you too, and you can work on issues around infatuation and passion. Pisces: You can be quiet about your infatuations with Cupido in Aquarius, not wanting anyone to know. You can showcase this when out of the spotlight and behind the scenes, and may express passion when it's just the two of you. You may need more rest after a passionate period. Suggested Reading: Transit Asteroid Cupido in the Houses & Aspects |
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