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Understanding Astrological Transits For Wellbeing
Astrological transits represent the ongoing movement of planets through the zodiac and their interaction with our natal chart positions (the place the planets were when we were born). These cosmic events are said to significantly influence our lives, affecting our emotions, decisions, and overall wellbeing. By understanding these transits, you can better anticipate life’s key moments.
Transits from slow moving planets act as the universe’s catalysts for growth. They’re celestial markers indicating specific energetic influences, ranging from Jupiter’s expansive opportunities to Saturn’s disciplined restrictions.
Interpreting transits from the fast moving planets requires both astrological knowledge and a fair bit of intuition, as their impacts can be felt in the more day to day realm.
It could be said that the more ‘noticeable’ transits to monitor are the transits from the slower moving planets. By reading these cosmic signals, you can better align and prepare your wellbeing needs with universal rhythms.
Key Astrological Transits and Their Effects On Wellbeing
Major transits from these slower moving planets significantly impact our lives. Saturn’s return to the place it was when you were born occurs every 29 years, and brings with it transformative changes. Jupiter returns every 12 years, offering expansion and opportunities. Uranus, when it moves in the opposite part of the sky compared to where it was when you were born, happens around the age of 42, triggering sudden changes and authenticity-seeking.
We can reflect on these key transits and match them to how we might feel at key stages of life. For example, reflect on what transformative change your late 20’s might bring. Is this leaving home, starting your first career? There’s an extra clue when you notice what house Saturn was in when you born, as to the part of your life the transformation might hit hardest.
With Jupiter’s return every 12 years or, so there may be promotional opportunities with your career.
Thanks to Uranus, you might find yourself seeking a brand new career, or looking for additional meaning to life, around the age of 42.
Using Astrology To Align With Wellbeing
Alignment with the phases of the moon is arguably the easiest way to align astrology with wellbeing in the day to day. You can use the new moon for intention-setting and fresh starts. A full moon is ideal for leaning into your confidence and celebrating successes.
The waning phases encourage rest and letting go, promoting reflection and release of negativity. Aligning with these natural cycles supports your wellbeing.
As mentioned earlier, the transits from fast moving planets require a bit more knowledge. These transits are more likely to impact your day to day wellbeing, and when we have a roadmap for understanding ourselves in this way, we can make conscious choices aligned with cosmic energies and this might improve our wellbeing during difficult moments.
For instance during Mercury retrogrades, which happen roughly three times a year, use these periods for reflection rather than starting new projects. This mindful approach can help maximise introspective energies and potentially avoid those feelings of being stuck.
You can see the impact of transits from fast moving planets through good horoscopes from websites like Cafe Astrology.
Integrating Astrology into Daily Life
Aligning with astrological energies enhances your wellbeing journey. Whether through transit tracking or moon phase alignment, astrology provides a useful framework for empowered daily living.
So make astrology part of your routine. Create weekly or monthly check-ins to see what transits are impacting you, and journal about their possible effects. Reflect on the impact the transits of slower moving planets have had on people around you, such as how the timing for any important life decisions they made align with major transits. This insight can be useful to plan ahead, so you are prepared when you find yourself experiencing this.
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