When a planet goes retrograde its dominant characteristics become subdued suddenly for quite some time for some reason or the other. This leads to frustrations, delays and hindrances in the areas ruled over by the planet.
Mars is a planet of fire and energy. It rules our actions and sexual pleasures.
When it goes retrograde, we might seem lost in these areas of our life in general.
However the individual zodiac signs would feel the effects of a Mars retrograde differently. Here's how your sun sign gets affected by the retrograding Mars.
With your ruling planet Mars retrograding, this is not a favorable time for you. It seems that there is no support or strength for you to proceed. Though you are very ambitious and aggressive in your works, this retrograde period would wear you down. Your social life also get beaten affecting love and friendships. Lay low, keep going and take things in their stride. Things shall be back on track once Mars goes direct.
In general, Taurus natives are very calm and composed and work driven. They are driven by the enormous aggressive energy of Mars. But then during this retrograde phase, they slow a bit in their tracks. They might lose their balance and steam. This is a time when relationships are to be given top most priority to survive.
Your ambitious nature would be put to test when Mars retrogrades, Gemini. Do take it in your stride. Convert this lull in your personal and professional area into positive vibes. This is not the time to get into the good books of others around, as always you had tried to. Do indulge for your own self during this retrograde period.
Mars rules over the emotional standing of Cancer natives. And when it goes retrograde, the Cancer folks would feel quite detached in their love relationships. Their emotional side goes on a roller coaster ride. However, do not give-up, stay connected. When Mars changes to direct motion there would be betterment in your love life emotional health.
Leos love to hog the limelight, however with Mars retrograding around, they might be back sided. They would not get the love and attention they usually get when Mars is direct. But then natives are advised not to take this to heart. During this phase work on yourself and focus on you. Do not be bothered about what others think of you, you can connect to them later on.
Mars retrograde would throw your routines out to the wind, Virgo. Your sexual or conjugal life would be affected. Some of your strongest desires would be curbed these days. Stay positive and get your freedom. Do not let your ego come in way of enjoying life. This would be a time when you would learn some valuable life lessons, do not be too critical or analytical of others.
Libras generally yearn for cordial relationships around and strive to bring about balance in relationships. However now during this Mars retrograde period, the balance goes off. Your near ones would need you more now than before. But then do give some self-importance as well. Your yearning for peace and harmony might be eluding , but then you would be lauded these tough times.
Scorpios are the sexiest of the zodiac signs, but then during the Mars retrograde phase their sensual desires would take a beating. Your adventure in this area would be quite subdued. Use this time to rest, relax and rejuvenate your romantic passions for the Mars direct period. Not a time to indulge in secrets as well.
Sagittarius natives are adventurous, fun-loving and freedom- driven individuals. They like to socialize and voice their hearts out. However when Mars is retrograding, you would get into trouble for all the wrong reasons. Whatever you do or say would take you to the wrong side of the table. Lay low and embrace patience and sympathy for others.
The planet Mars generally helps the Capricorn natives to remain cool and composed when in trouble. However when Mars retrogrades, Capricorn folks would become too impulsive and might yield to their anger. Natives are advised to restrain from making major decisions during this phase of Mars.
Aquarius are social people who easily take their points across. But when Mars retrogrades, their social connectivity gets affected. Others around might not take in what you are communicating. A sense of frustration and anger might come on the natives. Keep a watch over your temper till Mars gores direct.
When Mars goes retrograde, Pisces natives would feel a lack of energy and enthusiasm which usually houses them. There would be a dearth of passion and commitment these days for your pursuits. Myriad opportunities for growth comes for you, but then you need to take bold steps to embrace the same. Be receptive to changes around when Mars retrogrades.
