Mars is a quick moving
planet and its effects are usually short lived; however, they can be
intense. If transiting Mars moves into
retrograde during its connection to a natal planet or natal angle, it may pass
over the same position up to three times.
Usually the first pass of a planet will be the most influential of the
three hits that the planet or angle will take.
The energies of Mars may last as long as five days over each pass
although the strongest impact will be when it is directly on the planet or
angle lasting about one day.
Mars is known as a
malefic planet although it can also motivate us forward providing the necessary
push to help us achieve. Since others
are always part of the process when we are speaking about an opposition, we may
pursue our objectives aggressively, but it is likely we will have disputes or
opposition with others in the process. Plans may not run smoothly and others may
object to our aggressive pursuit. The
outcome will depend much on the planet involved which in this case we are
focusing on Pluto which is often indicative of power struggles. These power struggles can be relentless and
may come directly at us with little if any regard for our feelings. It might be helpful to have some assistance
during these attempts and in most cases, going it alone is not the best choice.
We may find that we
try to override others in our attempt at personal success, sometimes stepping
on toes in the process. In doing so, we
may feel that everyone is against our efforts and they can easily stifle our
progress. However, the desire to push
ahead is powerful and relentless, and we may believe that nothing can stand in
the way. In extreme conditions, which
may suggest connections to Uranus or even Saturn, violent conditions can
prevail and dangerous situations can occur.
It is best to watch for over-reaction to the energies in place, although
this can be difficult.
Review which houses are
involved in the equation including the house Mars is found within in the natal
chart. This will provide information in
deciphering how these energies might play out and what areas of life will be
involved.
The general condition
of natal Pluto will also provide more information as to how these energies will
flow. For example, if natal Pluto is
also square to Saturn or in challenging aspect to natal Mars, it might be best
to go as easy as possible while still pushing ahead at the same time. The energies of Mars can be quite productive
and can work in our favor if we can find a way to release its energies in an
appropriate manner.
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