A Saturn return is an astrological transit that occurs when the planet Saturn returns to the same ecliptic longitude that it was at the time of a person’s birth in horoscopic astrology. While the planet may not reach its exact place until the person is 29 or 30 years old, the influence of the Saturn return is thought to begin in the late twenties, namely around the age of 27.
In terms of psychology, the first Saturn return is associated with becoming complete adulthood and, maybe for the first time, being confronted with adult tasks and responsibilities.
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What is your Saturn return’s age?
What is the date of your Saturn return? When humans are between the ages of 27 and 31, they experience their Saturn return. When someone is in their mid to late 50s, it happens again.
What is the duration of your Saturn return?
Your Saturn return, according to the twins, lasts two and a half years, though its effects can often be felt before and after the formal start and end dates (kind of like with the full moon each month).
The first Saturn return happens when you’re around 29, then again in your mid- to late 50s, and finally in your late 80s if you live long enough.
Do you want to know when your next Saturn return begins or ends? For that, the twins have a calculator.
In astrology, what does Saturn mean?
Reading your birth chart can reveal a lot about your desires, motivations, and distinctive features. Each planet in your astrological chart symbolizes a different aspect of your life. Your sun sign represents your essential identity, whilst your moon sign represents your emotional reactions. However, your Saturn sign, which represents maturity and discipline, is located on the periphery of your birth chart.
Saturn represents your moral responsibility and authority in astrology. It manifests itself in the way you handle responsibilities, set boundaries, and engage in other adulting activities. Knowing what your Saturn sign implies will help you comprehend how it affects your day-to-day activities.
What does Saturn have to do with spirituality?
According to Jennifer Freed, PhD, psychological astrologer and author of Use Your Planets Wisely, “Saturn is about maturity, responsibility, discipline, and stewardship.” “Explore each sign’s archetypal energy and what it takes to be mature.”
What happens when Saturn makes a return?
Western astrologers describe the phenomena as impacting a person’s life development at roughly 29.5-year intervals, while the planetary effect may be felt for a few years before the precise conjunction, and varying orbits of the planets can either lengthen or shorten the time period. These “returns” correspond to the time it takes Saturn to complete one orbit around the sun, which is approximately 29.5 years. As Saturn “returns” to the degree in its orbit occupied at the moment of birth, Western astrologers think that a person crosses a key milestone and starts the next stage of life. When Saturn returns for the first time, a person leaves youth behind and becomes maturity. Maturity comes with the second return. A person approaches wisdom old age with the third and probably final return. These epochs are thought to happen around the ages of 2731, 5660, and 8490. A fourth return for people who live to see the year 114118 is so uncommon that it isn’t mentioned in astrological literature.
Is Saturn’s return beneficial?
Congratulations, bb; you’re maturing! No, we’re not talking about dropping your parents’ health insurance, starting a skincare routine, putting money into a 401(k), adopting a dog, moving out, graduating from college, or even turning 30. We’re referring to your “Saturn Return.”
Saturn is connected with discipline, karma, and structure in astrology. It is also known as the “taskmaster planet” or “teacher of the zodiac.” Saturn isn’t the kind of teacher that lets you watch movies every day, but it is the kind who teaches you the things you’ll remember for a long time. You may despise the examinations while taking them, but you’ll come to appreciate how valuable the lesson was later.
It’s a key astrological coming-of-age occasion when Saturn *returns* to where it stood in the sky when you were born, which happens every 27 to 29.5 years. Major life transitions, such as job or profession changes, breakups, engagements, divorce, retirement, and home purchases, are frequently accompanied by your Saturn Return. All those things that make us desire to be the boss and take charge of our life.
Sure, your Saturn Return sounds a little scary, but it’s not a horrible time in your life, even if it is intense. In a nutshell, your Saturn Return is the ringed planet advising you to get your life together and grow up. Astrologically, to be precise. Let me walk you through Saturn Returns, which I practically wrote the book on. You’ve got it!
What should I do to prepare for Saturn’s return?
Listen, I’m a dreamer, a visionary, and an eternal optimist, so I’m not usually the one to tell you that your ambitions are unattainable.
However, throughout the 2.5-3 year period of your Saturn Return, it is very important to remain hyper-aware of reality; otherwise, the Universe will continue to offer you lessons to help you perfect your dreams.
In his book The Changing Sky, my favorite Astrologer/Author, Steven Forrest, gives one of the best descriptions of the Saturn Return I’ve ever heard.
He uses the example of a young man who believes he is and will be a superstar and hence spends his early and mid-twenties partying. Then comes his Saturn Return, which serves as a wake-up call to his dreams.
His Saturn Return essentially asks him, “Is this dream still a possibility?” Are you willing to put in the hours of rehearsal, songwriting, vocal training, choreography, and other activities that come with being a rockstar? Is this a want of your ego or a desire of your soul, and can you tell the difference?
You may remain ahead of the curve by conducting multiple reality checks on your own aspirations and big ideas and adopting specific action measures to root them in the physical, material world.
How am I going to make it through my Saturn return?
Never put yourself in a position where you have to compare yourself to others.
That is exactly where you should be right now, no matter what level you’re at.
We all move, grow, and mature at different rates, yet none of us is better or worse than the other.
Someone may have their career down pat but their relationships are a disaster, or you may have your spirituality down pat but haven’t yet learned to conserve money.
It’s all right.
You’ll make it.
Take each day as it comes.
Take ownership of your thoughts and actions.
I know I say it all the time, but now is the time to put it into action!
You will never be in control of your life or emotions until you begin to take responsibility for everything you think and do.
Make an informed decision about where you want to be in the world.
If where you are intellectually, emotionally, spiritually, or physically isn’t working for you, and you feel deep down in your gut that something isn’t right, make a change.
You are the only person who has the ability to transform your life.
If you haven’t already, begin journaling.
My Saturn return began on Saturday (!!!) and I’ve been having profound thoughts and realizations about my own patterns and psychology in the middle of the night.
Make a mental note of everything!
It’s one of the most effective methods for dealing with them.
Take a look at your troubles with guys.
This is especially important for women.
Saturn is the planet of the father, and it is very usual for our “daddy issues” to surface during our Saturn return.
Examine the types of men you attract into your life and how you interact with them.
Begin to plan your time.
Saturn’s homecoming is reminding you loud and clear that it’s time to mature.
The days of being late, disorganized, and forgetful are long gone.
Last year, I began using Google Calendar, and it has completely transformed my life!
Make time for activities you like to do, such as a yoga class or a workshop.
It’ll increase the chances of it actually happening!
Recognize that your life is yours alone, and that no one can tell you who you should be or what you should do.
Tell your lover to back off if he or she is being domineering.
If your family is pressuring you to take a certain path, tell them that no matter what, you will follow your passions and aspirations!
Begin to establish limits in your life.
People will bulldoze right over you if you don’t.
Pay your bills on time, set up automatic payments to go into a savings account, go to the doctor and the dentist, read through all of your mail, and make sure you’re on top of everything.
I understand that this may appear to be a daunting endeavor, but it is not!
Simply divide it down into small chunks and check them off as you go.
Begin to refuse.
I’m willing to bet $100 that you have way more on your plate than you need.
I’m willing to bet another $500 that these items are causing you tension, anxiety, and the odd pimple!
Examine your activities and begin removing some of them from your life permanently.
Your time and energy are priceless.
It’s preferable to perform a few things well rather than a hundred things poorly…
Process Saturn’s lessons… or you’ll be bound to repeat them in the future.
Set aside some time for yourself.
Consider the changes and give yourself the time and space you need to process them.
Change can be viewed as a good thing if you learn to embrace it.
You may get divorced, lose your career, or realize that your pals were never truly there for you during your Saturn return.
All of these things are painful, but only to the extent that you allow them to.
Recognize that getting divorced makes room in your life for someone who loves you deeply.
Losing your employment allows you to pursue your passions and conduct meaningful work.
Real, sincere, deep connections will form when you learn the truth about your fake pals.
Allow yourself to let go of your grudges and hatred.
There’s a lot that happens in the days leading up to 29.
We are not the same people we were when we were 17 or 23 (thank goodness! ), and we may be a little less eager or cautious now.
Don’t be that way.
Learn from your mistakes and the faults of others, but keep moving forward with optimism.
Allowing your past frustrations to mold your future is a bad idea.
Take risks and work hard.
Saturn praises those who work hard and take risks.
This is not the time to be cautious or conservative.
Take action and acknowledge that your procrastination or idle time-wasting tendencies are done!
roadhouse41 says:
“It is at the time of Saturn’s homecoming that I counsel to these children: do not.” You’re shorting yourself. Don’t do it. Set aside a year and a half for the house and the baby. Don’t do it. Believe that the only option available to you is more steno work. Don’t do it. Look in the mirror to see whether there are any wrinkles on your face because there aren’t any.
Kiddo, tell them. Tell them that Saturn’s problem is that he wants to put an end to the world while there are none. Ask each Saturn return client for their most outlandish vision for their future and instruct them to figure out how to acquire it. Compromise is the very worst option when Saturn returns.
When Saturn returns, the greatest technique is to look that goatsphynx in the eyes and say, “Look here, you don’t scare me.” I’m going to become old anyhow, and I’m going to the top.
By the way, once your Saturn return is complete, you’ll have lots to look forward to.
Yes, it is correct!
You should expect to care less about what other people say or think, as well as a stronger sense of self, improved self-esteem, and increased confidence.
“It is Saturn who gives us self discipline, self control, excellent limits, and a strong work ethic,” Virginia says. These aren’t interesting or enticing features, yet they’re essential if we want to develop anything of lasting significance.
Read these comments about how it feels pre- and post-Saturn return to have a better picture of what to expect during your first Saturn return.
You might also read Surviving Saturn’s Return or take a look at this article: Are You Thirty and Freaking Out?
It’s like going through a trial by fire when it comes to your Saturn return.
You will emerge from the experience stronger, braver, and more confident in yourself.
You’ll be the same person, just bigger, bolder, and more fantastic!
What is your age when Saturn returns for the second time?
In a recent blog post, I discussed the First Saturn Return; today, I’ll talk about the Second Saturn Return. This one is familiar to me because I recently went through it. And that’s precisely how it felt: survival.
Saturn is the planet of maturity, hard effort, and, on occasion, life’s hard knocks. It may feel as if it is imposing tasks on you and demanding that you fulfill them, whether you are kicking and screaming about it or not. Saturn is your friend if you’ve ever wanted to write a novel or learn to play the piano. Saturn’s energy can provide you with focus, perseverance, clarity, and stamina.
A Second Saturn Return occurs when Saturn completes two rounds around the Sun, which occurs approximately 58.8 years into your life. It usually starts at 56 years old and lasts till 61-62 years old, depending on your chart.
The Universe is asking you how you envisage the last part of your life as you approach your Second Saturn Return. Saturn will offer you the concentration to use whatever has been working for you in the past, whether it has been physical, emotional, or spiritual. Whatever hasn’t been working for you will most likely fade away or present you with a new challenge.
Saturn, my natal planet, is in Scorpio, the fourth house. Scorpio encourages introspection, transition, birth, death, and power battles. The home, family, your home, and your deep mind are all represented by the fourth house.
My spouse and I decided to sell our property while I was experiencing an identical Second Saturn Return.
And, despite the fact that selling our house would provide us the freedom from house projects that we had stated we want, as well as the possibility to travel the world, it was still excruciatingly painful. We had constructed that house, raised our kid there, had to find a lovely family for our dog, and had to give away a lot of our belongings. I found a home for our cat, only for him to run away three weeks later, leaving him to fend for himself for seven months until winter arrived and he found a new home. Yes, we did travel around the world for 8 months that year and had life-changing experiences. That Second Saturn Return probed me and inquired as to what I required in order to be complete. Even though I lived somewhere extremely beautiful and still have many wonderful friends there, I became increasingly bored with my home life as it began to arrive several years ago.
Make a list of how you envisage yourself in old age to make the most of your Second Saturn Return. What do you want to be when you grow up? And what do you want to do when you retire?
Affirmation for Saturn’s Second Return:
Your Second Saturn Return Tarot Card is:
It represents the question: if your wish came true, what would you see, feel, think, and hear? When you visualize your desire becoming a reality, you are assisting in its realization. And believe that they will come true in ways that are beyond your wildest dreams.
Promotes tranquillity. Is beneficial for emotional trauma or strain, as well as nervous system stress.