The Sun is in Gemini this week, Mercury in Taurus, Venus in Taurus, and Mars in Aries.
From May 20 until June 21, the Sun is in Gemini. With the Sun in Gemini, we are motivated by knowledge and diversity. Under this effect, we become more gregarious, intellectual, and insatiably curious. Because of our curiosity and awareness of all of our possibilities, we tend to spread our efforts. We’re more outgoing and adaptable, yet we can also be unreliable.
Gemini is the sign of duality and compromise. The energy of Gemini is intellectual, cheerful, perceptive, and flexible. It’s skeptical, willing to consider alternative viewpoints. We’re ready to trade, share, and exchange information, as well as teach, lead, and learn.
During the Sun-in-Gemini cycle, we receive information and profit from the impartiality of this transit. It’s a clever and crafty influence because we’re quick-witted, cheery, and entertaining, and we easily adapt, watch, and listen.
On the other hand, we can be gossipy, too academic, or overly rational when a gentler approach might be preferable. We may be living too much in our heads, disconnected from what’s in our hearts, as we convey and digest information.
From April 10 to 29, and May 22 to June 13, Mercury is in Taurus. When Mercury is in Taurus, our thoughts are grounded, substantial, and practical. More imaginative thinking loses out to common sense. Under this effect, we communicate more intentionally, and our minds are more focused to the world of the five senses. We choose the tried-and-true over novel ideas.
We can simplify our lives by focusing on one item at a time, but we risk becoming too limited, conservative, or inflexible in our thinking. It’s a period of pragmatic intelligence and leisurely decision-making and mental processes. We may (and are satisfied with) rote, routine, deliberate, or monotonous labor and procedures.
From May 28 through June 22, Venus is in Taurus. Venus is naturally passionate, satisfied, and possessive in Taurus. We desire security and place a high value on things that last. We have a voracious thirst for pleasure.
Taurus is a sign that appreciates the present moment and the world of the senses. During the Venus-in-Taurus cycle, tangible and tactile gestures of love and romance play a prominent role. Under this influence, we tend to cling to someone or something we care about.
Excessive possessiveness and seeing our spouses as objects that we own or desire to own is the dark side of this.
In terms of money, Venus in Taurus seeks out products that are high-quality, robust, practical, and long-lasting. Now is a better time to hold on to our belongings. We prefer earthy, natural, and grounded things in art, tastes, and pleasures. This is a moment when we can be a little more indulgent. Uncertainty worries us more than usualin love and pleasure, we choose stability to excitement.
From May 24 through July 5, Mars is in Aries. Mars is at ease in Aries, one of the signs it rules, and as a result, its strength is amplified. Under this influence, our energy is spontaneous, forward-thinking, and even bold. Our competitive spirit is strong, and we are determined to succeed! We are busy, focused, and self-assured.
Our behaviors are straightforwardwe immediately seek out the quickest route from point A to point B. Impatience, arrogance, impulsivity, short-term memory, unreflectiveness, and self-centeredness are the dark sides of Mars in Aries.
With Mars in Aries, we pursue our goals straight-forwardly, confidently, and unashamedly. The same is true when it comes to expressing rage. Our independence, enterprise, and initiative are well-developed, and we want to be first, come first, and do things on our own.
This transit is better for tasks that demand courage and a lot of enthusiasm and energy, but not necessarily for a long time. We don’t want to look back or overthink things; all we care about is what we can do right now. We aren’t ones to mince words, so we go straight for what we want.
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What kind of retrograde are we in right now?
Mercury retrograde begins on May 10 and lasts until June 3, 2022, making it one of the most popular explanations for why everything in your life seems to be falling apart. Expect significant challenges, particularly in the fields of technology and communication, during this period of chaos.
To add to the spookiness, we also have a Friday the 13th this year, exactly at the start of Mercury retrograde. Friday the 13th, which is widely regarded as a day of bad luck and creepy feelings, will give you the creeps.
Mercury, on the other hand, has been slowing down since the end of April, putting us in a fog since then. This eerie mood will last until the middle of June, so take a deep breath and trust that you’ll make it!
As with any Mercury retrograde, keep your head down, relax, and don’t overthink things! There will undoubtedly be delays, uncertainty, and drama, but it is something we will all have to deal with. Go with the flow, don’t sign any contracts, and don’t embark on any major projects during this time.
Read on to find out how your zodiac sign may be affected! Check out the information after the horoscopes for more information on the spring 2022 Mercury retrograde. Follow me on Twitter for daily insights, or check out my 2022 forecasts for your zodiac sign, as well as my love life and relationship horoscopes for 2022!
Saturn is currently in the sign of Capricorn.
From March 2020 to July 2020, and then from December 2020 to March 2023, Saturn is in Aquarius.
This is how Saturn’s transit through Aquarius may affect the various Sun signs (or, more accurately, Ascendant signs) in general:
In a nutshell, the signs are affected by Saturn’s transit through Aquarius (further interpretations are below this list):
In the year 2022, which planet is retrograde?
Mercury will be in apparent retrograde motion in 2022 between the dates of January 13 and February 3. The dates are May 10 to June 2. The dates are September 9 through October 1.
What is retrograde in the year 2022?
Mars is the last of the personal inner planets, which are the planets closest to the Sun before Jupiter. This could explain its protective, if not confrontational, demeanor. Mars, like a heavenly guard, prepares us to defend what we value. For about eight weeks, the crimson planet hangs out in a zodiac sign, controlling worldwide mood and battling style. Mars pivots retrograde every two years, locking it in one or two signs for seven months. From October 30, 2022, until January 12, 2023, Mars will be retrograde in Gemini.
When Mercury is retrograde, what signs are affected?
Nothing in astrology is more infamous than the dreadful Mercury retrograde. After all, Mercury is the planet that rules communication and cognitive function, so it has a lot of influence in your day-to-day life. When this fast-moving, very intelligent inner planet goes retrograde, it can cause confusion and miscalculations, causing all of your plans to fall apart. Fortunately, if you belong to one of the zodiac signs that will be least affected by Mercury retrograde in spring 2022 Aries, Cancer, Libra, or Capricorn you won’t have to prepare for absolute chaos.
The next Mercury retrograde begins on May 10th, when Mercury is at 4 degrees Gemini. Miscommunication is a prominent topic of this flighty and fickle retrograde, as this mutable air sign has a tendency to think faster than its lips can keep up with. Mercury won’t remain in Gemini for long, as it will retrograde back into Taurus on May 22, returning to its stubborn and slow-moving zone once more. You may find yourself overthinking each decision and struggling to see past your loyalties to particular attitudes and ideas as Mercury returns to this fixed earth sign. Keep an open mind and double-check that you know what you’re talking about.
Mercury retrograde might throw your life into a loop, but it’s crucial to remember that it only lasts about three weeks. This retrograde, which ends on June 3 at 26 degrees Taurus, may lead you back in time, bringing up unfinished business that has to be addressed. Let this retrograde give you another chance to try again if there are any things left unsaid or decisions that have yet to be taken.
Cardinal signs, on the other hand, may be spared the brunt of this retrograde’s effects. This is why:
What planets are now retrograde?
Of course, we know that three of these retrogrades will end in the next two weeks, so this period will be over soon. Meanwhile, understanding how each retrograde affects us might help us gain a deeper understanding of ourselves and our surroundings. With that in mind, here is a list of all the planets that are currently retrograde and what it signifies.
Mercury Retrograde – September 28 – October 19
Mercury Retrograde, astrology’s most well-known transit, enjoys playing Devil’s Advocate. Because Mercury is the planet of communication and travel, it is notorious for wreaking havoc with anything that entails getting from point A to point B. Consider travel delays, personal misunderstandings, and communication difficulties. Our personal connections were hurt the hardest by this Mercury Retrograde. It’s best to avoid gossip and expressing things you don’t mean right now.
Jupiter Retrograde – June 21 – October 17
When Jupiter, the planet of fortune, goes retrograde, it can feel like you’re out of luck. Have you ever been 30 seconds late for a bus? Arrive to a store right before it closes? You only leave the house without an umbrella when it’s raining? A Jupiter Retrograde is characterized by the sense of always being in the wrong location at the wrong time. Remember that motions have only as much power as you give them, and because this is such a long retrograde, don’t feel like the world is conspiring against you. It will soon be finished.
Saturn Retrograde – May 24 – October 10
Saturn is a rule-follower. It is the planet of discipline and authority, and it functions as a teacher. As a result, when Saturn goes retrograde for four months, the rule books tend to be thrown out the window. It has both positive and negative aspects. A lack of constraints can surely bring out our more creative sides and allow for methods of thinking that are outside of the norm. Boundaries, on the other hand, are in place for a reason. You might notice that the barrier holding together your work/life balance is eroding, or that the personal boundaries you set in your relationships are slipping away. Saturn Retrograde can make us sluggish at times, so finding the energy to go the additional mile during this time may be more difficult than it should be. Use this time to reset your priorities and learn how discipline and boundaries can help you rather than hinder you.
Uranus retrograde – August 20 – January 19
When Uranus, the Wild Child, is retrograde, paradigms clash. Of course, this retrograde is slower and more gentle than the planets closest to Earth, which have shorter, sharper retrogrades. Consider it an opportunity to learn. Uranus is a revolutionary thinker who enables us to change our minds. As a result, when this planet retrogrades, it can cause disagreements in our thinking and habits. Of course, this isn’t necessarily a negative thing if we’re ready to examine why we feel the way we do. In fact, if you let it, Uranus Retrograde can be a moment of intensive learning.
Neptune Retrograde – June 26 – December 1
Dreamy The planet Neptune is linked to our subconscious. Many of us may have weird dreams and our intuition will be buzzing at this time. “Neptune retrograde implies a time to return to the reality principle and look at the universe, relationships, and work in an honest way,” says astrologer Clarisse Monahan.
“On ‘My Dark Twisted Fantasy,’ Neptune retrograde presses pause. The tenor of Neptune’s backspinning is stark facts and harsh truths. With Neptune in retrograde, we must resist the temptation to retire into the haze of this or that narcotic utopia, dreamland, or island of the lotus-eaters.”
Pluto Retrograde – April 28 – October 6
Although this transit is technically over, if you’ve been feeling off for the past few weeks, this could have been a contributing factor. Pluto oversees metamorphosis and rebirth, so life’s inevitable shifts can be perplexing when it retrogrades. You may have trouble locating a North Star to guide you and assist you in understanding your purpose. It’s a particularly ominous time, one that can make even the most steadfast feel unsettled.