Every Retrograde Coming In 2022
All planets have been in direct motion for nearly three months, allowing us to focus on meeting our goals, embracing change, and progressing forward without the weight of the past playing on our minds. Retrogrades cause planetary energies to influence us internally. Their backward illusion encourages us to slow down and reflect on the areas of our lives represented by the retrograde and how we can use this time to foster a better inner world and thus, create a better life and environment for ourselves post-retrograde. The beginning of Pluto retrograde in Capricorn on April 29 will be a massive turning point. From this point forward until the end of 2022, there will always be a retrograde planet. But have no fear— planetary retrogrades are all about rest and reconsideration; they're necessary check-in points that ensure we are on the right track.
Pluto Retrograde (April 29 To October 8, 2022)
Pluto, the planet of transformation will station retrograde in steady Capricorn on April 29. This dark and intense impersonal planet will impart global changes — so there's no need to worry about any negative, personal impacts. Pluto in Capricorn completely eliminates old systems that no longer serve us so that we may build better ones in their place. However, when retrograde, Pluto in Capricorn nudges us toward reflecting on how we have sacrificed our personal power to figures of authority outside of ourselves. Before we can make any world changes, we must first come to acknowledge how we have been influenced or even manipulated on subconscious levels. Consider how you can be the change you wish to see in the world.
Saturn Retrograde (June 4 To October 23, 2022)
Authoritative Saturn will retrograde through visionary Aquarius, its domicile, or home positioning. This transit will begin during the vibrant and social Gemini season, causing you to feel grumpy and frustrated when you focus on the pains of growing up. Saturn (karma) retrograde in Aquarius (responsibility) will reorient you to the priorities you've neglected or the matters you have mishandled in the past. Have you sacrificed too much of your joy in the pursuit of achieving your dreams? Have you forgotten that life should be light and explorative under the weight of your duties? Work with this retrograde to reflect on your ambitions and the structures in your life — how much are they really serving you?
Neptune Retrograde (June 28 To December 3, 2022)
On June 28, Neptune will begin its retrograde in intuitive Pisces, pulling you out of the depths of your inner world and fantasies. Neptune's retrograde will strip away any illusions you're upholding, causing you to question your faith and optimism. This will leave you feeling insecure, sensitive, and confused if your positivity and self-belief are an extension of you being in denial. During your retrograde reflections, consider how toxic positivity has influenced you to be dishonest with yourself and others. Assess how your rose-tinted vision has contributed to your feelings and judgments. How have you allowed selective memory to keep you in states of denial?
Jupiter Retrograde (July 28 To November 23, 2022)
Lucky and expansive Jupiter will begin its retrograde in Aries — the untamed wildfire of the zodiac. This reflective transit will start on July 28, challenging you to create your own luck. If you’ve been too reliant on the Universe to send you signs and opportunities instead of courageously following your intuition and dreams, you will feel the shift of this transit more than others. Jupiter’s retrograde will lead to its re-entry into dreamy Pisces on October 28, bringing a spiritual focus to this retrograde. Don’t be surprised if you become a hermit during this transit. Prioritizing your spiritual growth might require you to take time for yourself. Reflect on whether you’ve been living in alignment with your core beliefs and if you’ve neglected your spiritual health by lessening your boundaries and failing to keep yourself in energetic alignment.
Chiron Retrograde (July 19 To December 22, 2022)
Asteroid Chiron’s retrograde through Aries on July 19 will bring beneficial energy, inviting you to face your deep-rooted wounds and insecurities. This transit will be difficult if you’ve gone a long time sweeping your feelings under the rug and neglecting to build yourself back up after your setbacks. You will feel liberated if you can approach your healing directly yet empathetically and without judgment. Work to understand your inner world by acknowledging past behavior that wasn’t a true reflection of you as the best version of yourself. Reflect on how you intend to approach situations differently now that you’re healing and transforming at your core.
Uranus Retrograde (August 24 To January 22, 2023)
Uranus’ retrograde in Taurus will lead us into 2023, slowing down the process of change. The sudden stagnant nature of your life, routine, and self-worth will be frustrating, leading you to believe you aren’t progressing as fast as you should be. Use this retrograde to adjust to the changes that have already unfolded this year. When your focus is always on preparing for the next thing, you don’t allow yourself to ground in the present moment. Consider whether you have changed on an internal and spiritual level to match the new circumstances in your life. Are you navigating a new job using the same old routine that made you feel bored and restricted? Are you still holding onto old mindsets concerning resources and security, despite advancements in your financial and material life? Have you changed enough internally to show up for your new relationships with a different energy?
Mars Retrograde (October 30 To January 12, 2023)
Mars will station retrograde in airy Gemini on October 30, turning this usually energetic, enthusiastic, and alert energy inward. You will feel a massive restriction on your drive and motivation, influencing you to slow down and work on acting intentionally rather than instinctively. If you’ve been feeling scattered and spread thinly across different creative projects, this is the best time for you to zoom in on refining just one. Turn your attention toward the plans you failed to follow through with, and consider how you can better conserve your energy and apply yourself more effectively. Reflect on the factors in your life that distract you — how can you strengthen the power of your concentration?
Mercury Retrograde
Mercury is the most common planetary retrograde. From April 2022, the planet of mindset and communication will retrograde three times: May 10 to June 3, 2022 (from Gemini to Taurus), September 10 to October 2, 2022 (From Libra to Virgo), and December 29 to January 18 (in Capricorn). Mercury retrograde is most likely to cause noticeable disruptions to your life, including miscommunications, clumsiness, delays, and technological troubles. Planning ahead and double-checking your documents is essential during a Mercurial retrograde. However, when you lose that important file or your ex suddenly pops back into your life looking to reconnect, make sure you’re thinking clearly, reacting in a grounded manner, and learning to grow through these hurdles. Reflect on the past to find positive ways of moving forward. Try to avoid going backward in your spiritual evolution by falling back into the comfort of old mindsets and behaviors.
