Pluto Retrograde 2020 Challenges Us To Face The Darkest Corners Of Society
Pluto stations retrograde on April 25 in Capricorn, beginning its illusory backspin that will end on October 4. While Pluto turns retrograde every year, this retrograde period will be particularly significant considering it takes place in the power and structure-oriented Capricorn, during a time when society’s structures are already radically shifting. Pluto's retrograde period shows that there will be a large emphasis on all that is in the shadows behind power structures, death, destruction, and protest up until October.
Pluto Incites Upheaval And Global Transformation
Pluto bears a significant astrological influence, controlling the shadows of our unconscious selves and intense transformation, which can only come through significant societal change. As the planet which governs mystery, destruction and renewal, power and powerlessness, Pluto’s energy is not entirely negative, though its transits often feel intense and psychologically uncomfortable for us as individuals and as a collective. When retrograde, Pluto forces us to come face-to-face with the naked truth and darkest parts of our subconscious.
Pluto retrograde in Capricorn will be a catalyst for global transformation. During the coming months, expect secrets behind public figures and systems to come to light. On a personal level, it will feel like a natural response to resist Pluto's volcanic and intense energies at first, by holding onto your perceptions of who you are and life as you know it. But it's only once you surrender yourself to this transit that you will begin to uproot all the parts of yourself that require evolution and allow your consciousness to shift.
Pluto Merges With Jupiter
Jupiter and Pluto have formed a strong conjunction (merge) in Capricorn and will do so again in a second conjunction on June 30, 2020. When these two planets unite, lucky Jupiter shines a light of optimism onto your experiences and allows you to deeply evolve spiritually. Expect to feel a surge of ambition and battle feelings of greed as your inner self calls for recognition. Major changes regarding law and politics will coincide with this cosmic alignment. The foundations of our society are shifting, and collectively, we are realigning with a new way of being. Even after we have passed through this pandemic and global shift, life will certainly be different. There was a severe level of distrust between the people and society's most powerful figures during this time. They may feel inclined to bury the truth and keep things in the shadows for as long as possible. But under Pluto's influence, what's hidden will always be brought to light, and secrets won't be kept for long.
Our fear of the unknown is heightened during this retrograde, which isn't ideal when so much information about this global pandemic remains in the shadows. There will be an increased fear of death or even a strong belief that parts of us have already died due to all the things we have had to let go of. We may become obsessive, finding particular words said regarding the virus to be triggering, or causing an increase in our anxieties. The selfishness and greed of society will be heightened, as everyone will feel a sense of victimization and an urge to fend for themselves.
“Pay close attention to the area in your chart that is illuminated by Pluto and Jupiter, particularly if you have any planets in Capricorn, as you will experience this energy most intensely.”
Pluto Squares Up With Mars
The effects of Pluto's retrograde will be long and slow. But towards the end, we will experience two significant squares between Pluto in Capricorn and Mars in Aries (the first taking place on August 13, and the second on October 4). Both Capricorn and Aries are cardinal, action-driven, and dynamic zodiac signs. They are two of the zodiac's biggest 'go-getters', unafraid to exert their forces and grasp hold of exactly what it is that they want from life.
When Pluto challenges Mars on August 13, brace yourself for confrontations in your personal life and observations of control in the collective. Powerful figures may come across as forceful and thirsty for domination. Rather than playing it safe, we will be openly challenged by people during this time and our egos will face a few bruises. We're not only waiting and wishing for change during this transit, we are demanding it, and won't shy away from going out there and doing whatever we can to set things in motion ourselves.
In your personal life, you’re striving to climb the ladder and attain power (or symbols of achievement) in any way you can. By repressing these urges to take action, you may develop pent-up feelings of aggression and unconsciously exert this over others. If you aren't careful, you may come across as intimidating or even domineering if you refuse to back down from those who challenge you or push your boundaries. You must control your urges when you feel constrained or provoked, and practice releasing your internal tensions through healthier channels.
