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JOURNEYS YEARLY SOLAR RETURN REPORT
Once each year, the Sun returns to the exact position that it held at the time of your birth. This report outlines the astrological influences on the year ahead for the positions of the planets at the precise time of your annual solar return.
The report delineates the influence of the Ascendant, Midheaven, Sun, Moon, and each of the nine planets as they interact with each other and with the Houses of the horoscope. Because there is such a wealth of information, you may find it helpful to orient yourself by first reading the following three sections in their entirety (including their subsections):
§2 – The Solar Return Sun: The Central Focus of the Year.
§3 – The Solar Return Ascendant: Personal Themes for the Year.
§15 – Connections between Planets and House Cusps: Key Events of the Coming Year.
The report is based on your natal and solar return charts cast for the following data:
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Table of Contents
Natal and Return Data Used in this Report
§1.0 – Introductory Comments: What is a Solar Return?
§2.0 – The Solar Return Sun: The Central Focus of the Year
§2.1 – The House Occupied by the Sun: Major Issues of the Year
§2.2 – The Sun’s Aspects in the Solar Return Chart
§3.0 – The Solar Return Ascendant: Personal Themes for the Year
§3.1 – The Return House Containing the Planet Ruling the Return Ascendant
§3.2 – The Natal House Highlighted by the Solar Return Ascendant
§3.3 – Aspects of the Ascendant in the Solar Return Chart
§3.4 – Planets Rising in the 1st House of the Solar Return Chart
§4.0 – The Solar Return Midheaven: Worldly Status, Career, and Public Activity
§4.1 – The Return House Containing the Planet Ruling the Return Midheaven
§4.2 – The Natal House Highlighted by the Solar Return Midheaven
§4.3 – Aspects of the Midheaven in the Solar Return Chart
§4.4 – Planets in the 10th House of the Solar Return Chart
§5.0 – The Solar Return Moon: Your Emotional Life
§5.1 – Aspects of the Moon in the Solar Return Chart
§6.0 – Mercury: Communication, Learning, Short Trips
§6.1 – Aspects of Mercury in the Solar Return Chart
§7.0 – Venus: Love, Money, Values, Relationships
§7.1 – Aspects of Venus in the Solar Return Chart
§8.0 – Mars: Initiative, Leadership, Drive
§8.1 – Aspects of Mars in the Solar Return Chart
§9.0 – Jupiter: Opportunities for Growth and Expansion
§10.0 – Saturn: Duty, Responsibility, Important Lessons, Hardship
§10.1 – Aspects of Saturn in the Solar Return Chart
§11.0 – Uranus: Novelty, Originality, Disruption
§11.1 – Aspects of Uranus in the Solar Return Chart
§12.0 – Neptune: Spirituality, Creativity, Self-Deception, Confusion
§12.1 – Aspects of Neptune in the Solar Return Chart
§13.0 – Pluto: Power, Control, Intense Emotional Experience, Transformation
§13.1 – Aspects of Pluto in the Solar Return Chart
§14.0 – The Solar Return Part of Fortune
§15.0 – Connections between Planets and House Cusps
§15.1 – Solar Return Planets with Return House Cusps
§15.2 – Solar Return Positions with Natal House Cusps
§15.3 – Natal Positions with Solar Return House Cusps
§1 – Introductory Comments: What is a Solar Return?
Introduction
You have certainly heard the expression “Many happy returns!” – a reference to the annual cycle that begins at your date of birth. The astrological Solar Return is a chart cast for the moment when the Sun returns to the exact position it held in your Natal horoscope. Each year the Solar Return marks the start of your personal New Year, and astrologers look to the Solar Return horoscope to see what events and issues await you in the year ahead.
Astrologers have proposed many methods for interpreting the Solar Return chart. This report follows the method of Alexandre Volguine (1903-1976), a French astrologer who, in 1937, first published his 15 years of research on Returns. Until his death in 1976, Volguine continued to update his study of Returns in subsequent editions of his classic text, “LA TECHNIQUE DES REVOLUTIONS SOLAIRES”. For those interested in the astrological theory, the method of Volguine is outlined in the appendix to this report.
In accord with Volguine’s method, this report is based on a Return chart cast for your location (which may be different from your birth place) when the Sun returns to its position in your Natal chart. Because we insert an extra day into the calendar every four years during the leap year, your Solar Return may occur either on, or a day before or after, your calendar birthday.
If you do not know your exact time of birth, you can still do a general Return chart by using as your presumed “birth time” the exact moment of sunrise on your birth date. The Solar Return chart calculated from a sunrise birth chart provides a generally accurate astrological forecast for the year ahead; but, if possible, use your actual time of birth to get the most accurate forecast.
According to the astrological theory of Solar Returns, the Natal chart represents a basic blueprint of the individual (similar to the DNA within the nucleus of the cell) and the Return chart reveals the annual renewal or reactivation of the Natal chart as measured against both the ongoing movement of the planets and the newly generated set of House cusps at the time the individual’s Natal Sun is “reborn” at the annual (SR) birthday. A key feature of Return chart interpretation involves studying the relationship between the annual Return Houses and the birth chart Houses.
Beginning with the next section, this report will review and interpret the major factors identified by Volguine for identifying the themes and events that will dominate your life during the coming year. The current Solar Return chart actually spans a period of about a year and a half because its influence is felt from three months before the current birthday until three months after next year’s birthday. This three-month transitional overlap between subsequent Returns represents the period when the themes of one year gradually give way to those of the next.
A note on stressful aspects:
In some delineations you will read that an adverse event could occur if the planet being discussed forms discordant aspects in the chart. The harsh aspects are the semi-square (45 degrees), the square (90 degrees), the sesqui-square (135 degrees), the inconjunct (150 degrees), and the opposition (180 degrees). In addition, the conjunction (joining together) of certain pairs of planets is intrinsically difficult because of the conflicting nature of the planets involved. To determine whether a stressful aspect is in effect, you may need to refer to the section where the aspects formed by the planet were first discussed in the report.
Into every life a little rain must fall. Do not be alarmed if negative predictions show up in various sections of this report. Stressful events often hover as potentials in the background but never materialize. The repetition of a trend in several parts of the horoscope chart is the key to accurate prediction in astrology. In general, adverse events occur only when many aspects or configurations repeatedly point toward their manifestation. If a stressful event is mentioned but once or twice, it is unlikely to manifest. In any case, forewarned is forearmed.
On Aspect Strengths: Next to the aspects you will often find a listing of the “strength” of the aspect. The number you see is based on how close the aspect is to being exact. The higher the number, the more exact the aspect. The aspects range in strength from a low of about 1 to a high of about 8. Theoretically, the very close aspects are more likely to manifest in your life.
Astrological Houses in the Return Chart
If you are not familiar with astrology, it will help to know a little about the astrological Houses as you read this report. You probably know that there are 12 signs of the zodiac. In a similar way, astrologers divide the horoscope wheel into 12 “Houses,” which look like a pie cut into 12 pieces. Each House represents a particular area of life. The 1st House starts at the Ascendant, which is the point where the zodiac circle in the heavens crosses the horizon in the east. By convention the Ascendant lies at the “9 o’clock” point on the circle. The remaining Houses follow the 1st House in a counterclockwise direction around the wheel so that the 10th House, which symbolizes your career and standing in the world, lies at the very top of the chart. The entry point into each House is called its cusp. Below is a list of the twelve Houses and some of their key meanings for reference as you read this report.
1st House: your body, personality, personal initiatives, life force.
2nd House: money, income, possessions, values.
3rd House: communication, analytical thinking, writing, local travel, siblings, neighbors.
4th House: home, family, parents, past conditioning, final endings.
5th House: fun, romance, recreation, vacations, children, sports, gambling, creative self-expression.
6th House: service, health concerns, daily grind, subordinates, tenants, pets.
7th House: significant others, consultants, partnerships, contracts, lawsuits, open enemies, the public.
8th House: death, sex, taxes, joint finances, surgery, investigation, transformation, occult studies.
9th House: higher education, long-distance travel, religion, philosophy, the law, foreign interests, publishing, broadcasting.
10th House: career, worldly status, honors, public standing, reputation authority, bosses, parental figures.
11th House: friends, hopes & wishes, group involvements.
12th House: solitude, imaginative endeavors, confinement, hospitalization, spiritual pursuits, loss of freedom, secret enemies, self-undoing.
§2.0 – The Solar Return Sun: The Central Focus of the Year
General Significance of the Sun
The Sun, ruler of Leo, is the most important “planet” in the Return. The primal energy of the Sun makes possible our life on earth. The Sun enlivens, asserts, illuminates, vitalizes, promotes, fathers, energizes, individualizes, elevates, and makes conscious. Astrological aspects involving the Sun show how we achieve (or fail to achieve) honor, status, recognition, achievement, and individuation – how we shine, create, and make our mark on the world. People signified by the Sun include fathers, husbands, mature men, bosses, authority figures, and people of influence. In health matters, the Sun symbolizes the heart and the spine.
The Return placement and aspects of the Sun may involve us either personally through health matters and life circumstances governed by the Sun, or indirectly through people symbolized by the Sun. We will next look at the zodiacal sign and House positions of the Sun in the Solar Return chart.
Return Sun in Virgo
The Return Sun occupies the exact location in the same sign as the Sun in your birth chart. Having the Sun in meticulous Virgo generally makes you modest, shy, disciplined, discriminating, analytical, practical, reliable, efficient, health conscious, good with details, and fond of helping or serving others. You are probably a bit apprehensive and feel that you can’t be too careful. Your faults may include worrying too much and being overly fussy, fastidious, and critical of yourself and others.
Having considered the sign containing the Sun, we now turn to the Sun’s Return House position, which highlights the central themes of the year ahead.
§2.1 – The House Occupied by the Sun: Major Issues of the Year
Return Sun in the Return 1st House
The Sun occupies your Return 1st House, which rules your physical body, appearance, assertiveness, personal appeal, and new ventures and initiatives. This will be an active year in which your self-confidence, motivation, charisma, and enterprising spirit could thrust you into a position of leadership or prominence. You tend to have more energy and enthusiasm to start new projects and get things done. Now is a time to pay special attention to the impression that you make on others. People will take notice; and you may receive some type of honor, award, or public recognition. If you have been suffering from ill health, your vitality and stamina are likely to improve.
If the 1st House Sun (symbolizing your vitality) forms stressful aspects with other planets, however, you would do well to get a routine physical examination this year because health problems could arise.
Self-discovery is a theme of the year. You project a more vibrant personality, and wherever you apply your energies, you get attention.
§2.2 – The Sun’s Aspects in the Solar Return Chart
Return Sun oppose Return Moon’s North Node (Strength: 6.85)
The Sun conjunct the Moon’s South Node suggests that some relationships in your life may be hindering your development. Alternatively, you could be so caught up in your work that you are ignoring important relationships. You need to buckle down and get more serious about defining your inner sense of identity. This is a karmic position that often confronts you with some major burden or setback that forces you to grow as an individual. Set aside time to reflect on where you have come from and where you want to go with your life. Take a hard look at friends and associates to determine which ones actually foster your personal growth. You can use the energy of this aspect to engage in some type of genuine teamwork with others. If you don’t play by the rules, you could run into conflict with authority. On occasion, this aspect can also indicate ill health or misfortune for an important man in your life.
Return Sun square Return Pluto (Strength: 4.77)
The Sun stressfully aspecting Pluto, the god of the underworld, makes this a fateful year when you may be called upon to deal with forces beyond your control. This aspect sometimes indicates a crisis that can produce a radical transformation in your personality, sense of identity, and outlook on life. Sun/Pluto events have a far-reaching impact, and serve as milestones that divide your life into before and after. Issues related to mortality, power, control, biological urges, childbirth, sexual passion, abuse, and violence come to the fore. It is not uncommon during such a year to experience a significant loss, to contemplate death, or to deal with the goods of the dead. You grow personally and view life quite differently as a result of your encounter with the heart of darkness.
You could develop an interest in Pluto-ruled matters such as research, healing, sex, elimination, rebirth, dying, psychic phenomena, near-death experiences, or the afterlife. Concerns about the health or welfare of a parent or authority figure may occupy your attention. You may find yourself at the mercy of someone who holds a position of power and influence. Stressful Pluto aspects can also expose you to the risk of violence – natural or man made. If other aspects suggest health problems, this Sun/Pluto connection could indicate a need for surgery, chemotherapy, or other potent healing methods. Pluto is a very slow-moving planet and this influence may be felt for several years.
§3.0 – The Solar Return Ascendant: Personal Themes for the Year
The Ascendant-Descendant or East-West Axis in the SR chart
The East-West Axis of the astrological map represents the Celestial Horizon. The Ascendant (in the East) signifies the filter through which you view the world and the manner in which you project your personality toward others. It also reflects your physical body and your personal initiatives. The Descendant (in the West) symbolizes your partnerships, close relationships, and the way you get along with other people.
Planets that form close aspects with the East-West Axis of the Return chart will color your personality style, personal initiatives, and manner of relating. The degree of the zodiac rising in the East (the Ascendant) varies with your location on earth at the time of your Solar Return. If the Return Ascendant receives particularly stressful aspects, some astrologers advise their clients to travel to a location that will minimize or negate those aspects on the day of their Solar Return. In the following section we consider the influence of the horizon (Ascendant-Descendant) axis in the year ahead.
Return Ascendant in Virgo
The Return Ascendant in Virgo highlights matters related to health, hygiene, therapeutics, service, duties, daily work, and activities requiring attention to detail. This is a year when you will need to utilize your capacity for logic, organization, discrimination, and analytical thinking. You may be called upon to teach or instruct others. Because the Ascendant signifies your body, check to see whether the Ascendant itself or the Ascendant’s ruler Mercury forms stressful aspects. If so, you could encounter health problems during the year.
The Houses of your Natal chart with Virgo on the cusp as well as the House of your Return chart that contains Mercury, the ruler of Virgo, indicate areas of your life that will be in high focus during the coming year. Planets that form close aspects to Mercury in the Return chart indicate the types of people and events involved.
Mercury is the planetary ruler of the sign Virgo. Thus, Mercury is the ruler of the Ascendant in this year’s Return chart.
§3.1 – The SR House Containing the Planet Ruling the SR Ascendant
Return Mercury in the Return 1st House
With Mercury in the Return 1st House, you will need to use your communication skills in pursuing projects of personal importance. You are likely to be fairly talkative and restless. You might engage in teaching, lecturing, writing, or learning activities. Others tend to view you as clever, adaptable, quick-witted, wily, agile, and perhaps somewhat calculating. Your mind turns to thoughts about personal appearance and self-improvement. As Mercury represents young people, much of your time could be focused on the affairs of a child. You may also do a fair amount of traveling during the year.
§3.2 – The Natal House Highlighted by the Solar Return Ascendant
Return Ascendant in the Natal 6th House
A major focus on health regimes, work, and daily routine
The Natal House placement of the Return Ascendant shows where you are most likely to take personal action during the coming year. Your dominant interests and activities will center on 6th House issues such as service, daily work, health and illness, diet, nutrition, therapeutics, co-workers, and pets. A great deal of time will be spent fulfilling your various duties and obligations. You may also be called upon to serve the needs of others. You may feel drained and overburdened by your daily routine, and you could suffer a period of illness as a result. See your doctor for a routine physical and consult with specialists if needed. Positively, however, your increased productivity will help you to feel useful. This is an excellent year to start up a new nutritional or physical regime, diet, or daily routine that keeps you feeling organized and structured.
The Return Ascendant-Descendant axis also highlights 12th House issues such as spiritual matters; your inner life; work done in secret or behind the scenes; contacts with those who are ill, hospitalized, or confined; research and investigation; voluntary isolation, confinement, or retirement; and also fears, grief, sorrows and personal limitations. Imaginative and creative endeavors are favored by this placement.
§3.3 – Aspects involving the Ascendant in the Solar Return Chart
Return Ascendant conjunct Return Venus (Strength: 6.02)
Venus conjunct the Ascendant brings promise of happy times in your emotional life. Love is in the air. Friendships and social contacts go well. Others find you attractive, and your personal popularity is high. Some people enter into marriage or significant partnerships under this influence.
A prominent Venus emphasizes peace, harmony, love, marriage, cooperation, teamwork, the balancing of relationships, negotiations, artistic endeavors, values, and finance. Venus increases your popularity and can bring favor with the public. Opportunities for profit and increased income may arise. Venus is a natural signifier of female friends, relatives and associates, whose activities and circumstances may play a major role in your life. The aspects formed by Venus will give further details about what to expect in the coming year.
Because the Return Ascendant shows where you take personal action during the year, the House(s) of the Return and Natal charts with Taurus or Libra on the cusp will be especially significant during this Return year.
Return Ascendant inconjunct Return Neptune (Strength: 4.27)
Neptune stressfully aspecting the Return Ascendant suggests that confusion, lack of clarity, poor judgment, denial, distrust, inaccuracies, misunderstandings, or unrealistic expectations could affect contractual agreements and close relationships, including those with a spouse or partner. Issues of honesty and integrity come to the fore. This aspect often points to clandestine activities in which one person intentionally deceives or tells falsehoods about the other.
Someone you care about may be less than honest, violating your trust and causing you emotional pain. You may need to correct or clarify rumors that could besmirch your reputation. Be careful to check the accuracy of all details in any legal contract or settlement. Families with adolescents should observe their children for signs of drug and alcohol abuse. This is a good year for a physical examination because occult, mysterious, or allergic health conditions may come to light. On occasion, a period of hospitalization may be signified.
Return Ascendant sextile Return Jupiter (Strength: 2.99)
Jupiter in harmonious aspect with the Return Ascendant signifies good fortune and expansion of your horizons. Projects begun at this time may lead to future opportunities to travel, teach, publish, or meet interesting and influential people. A course of study or an influential book may alter your worldview and philosophy of life. Positive Jupiter aspects usually confer success, honors, opportunity, protection, recognition, and achievement. It is not uncommon to marry, have children, receive an award, or get a promotion under this influence. You might also start college, complete a degree, make a significant journey, settle a legal matter, or participate in events that take your life in a positive direction. Religious and philosophical matters are also favored.
§3.4 – Planets Rising in the First House of the Solar Return Chart
Solar Return Planets occupying the Solar Return First House
The Return 1st House reveals your yearly personal or psychological activity. Any planets that occupy the Return 1st House show the nature of your activity and your psychological reactions during the coming year. If a planet lies close to the Return Ascendant (within 5 degrees), you will have a fair amount of personal control over the action. Planets in the 1st House that lie further away from the Return Ascendant (more than 5 degrees) indicate that you will have less control and be more at the mercy of the forces symbolized by those planets.
The Return planets that occupy your Return 1st House are listed below. If this section is blank, there are no 1st House planets in your Return chart.
Return Sun in the Return 1st House
This interpretation appeared previously in section §2.1 – The House Occupied by the Sun: Major Issues of the Year.
Return Mercury in the Return 1st House
This interpretation appeared previously in section §3.1 – The SR House Containing the Planet Ruling the SR Ascendant.
Return Mars in the Return 1st House
Taking action regarding personal projects and initiatives
Mars, the action planet, shows where you direct your energy. Assertive Mars in the 1st House enhances your self-confidence, enterprise, and initiative. This is a year when you can readily start new projects, take on challenges, and advance your personal goals. You are able to be decisive and assertive, but you may also need to watch your temper. You may wish to utilize this energy for self-improvement. You might wish, for example, to alter your appearance, begin an exercise program, or change the way you are perceived by others. Family members or associates could involve you in their disputes or conflicts at this time. There is a risk of accidents, injuries, or illness. You will need to guard against rash, aggressive, or impulsive behaviors. Excessive speed or haste is likely to have untoward consequences.
§4.0 – The Solar Return Midheaven: Worldly Status, Career, and Public Activity
The North-South or Meridian Axis of the Solar Return Chart
The North-South or Meridian Axis of the astrological map represents your vocation, public image, parents, and family matters. The Midheaven at the top of the chart (due south in those charts of the northern hemisphere) symbolizes your career, worldly status, and public activities. The Imum Coeli (I.C.) at the bottom of the chart signifies your home, your domestic life, and the final conclusion of pending affairs.
Planets that form close aspects with the North-South Axis of the Return chart will color vocational and family matters during the year. The degree of the zodiac on your Return Midheaven depends on your location on earth at the time of your Solar Return. If the Return Midheaven receives particularly stressful aspects, some astrologers advise their clients to travel to a location that will minimize or negate those aspects on the day of their Solar Return. In the following section we consider the influence of the meridian axis in your Return chart.
Return Midheaven in Gemini
The Midheaven in Gemini suggests that your career, status, and public activities will involve a great deal of communication and many contacts in the community. Variety and mental stimulation become important aspects of the work that you do. You will probably travel and be frequently on the go with job related activities.
The House position of the Return Midheaven’s planetary ruler gives further information about your social reputation and vocation in the year ahead. The planet ruling the Return Midheaven is discussed below.
Because the planet Mercury rules the sign Gemini, Mercury is the ruler of the Midheaven in this year’s Return chart.
§4.1 – The SR House Containing the Planet Ruling the SR Midheaven
Return Mercury in the Return 1st House
This interpretation appeared previously in section §3.1 – The SR House Containing the Planet Ruling the SR Ascendant.
§4.2 – The Natal House Highlighted by the Solar Return Midheaven
Return Midheaven in the Natal 3rd House
The Return Midheaven lies at the top of the Return chart where it reveals the actions and circumstances of your life that will be most visible to others during the coming year. When the Return Midheaven lies in your Natal 3rd House, it highlights the need to learn, communicate, and pass on knowledge to others. Something that you say or write may draw public attention. An important announcement or news item may alter your public image or social standing. Some officially change their name or adopt a pseudonym. Travel may be necessary in relation to your work.
§4.3 – Aspects involving the Midheaven in the Solar Return Chart
Return Midheaven square Return Venus (Strength: 5.68)
Venus square the Midheaven suggests a conflict between your desire for love, on the one hand, and the demands of family or career on the other. You may have a hard time reconciling your need for affection with work duties and/or domestic responsibilities. Others will be turned off by any display of affectation, conceit, or vanity on your part. Narcissistic self-preoccupation will only serve to cut you off emotionally from those you rely on for support and validation.
Return Midheaven trine Return Neptune (Strength: 4.14)
Neptune in harmonious aspect with the Midheaven heightens your idealism and often indicates an interest in spiritual matters. Success may come in artistic, imaginative, glamorous, or creative endeavors. You may find yourself pursuing your dreams without regard for practical matters. This is an excellent aspect for actors, writers, musicians, and for anyone for whom creativity, illusion, and popular appeal are an integral part of their work.
Return Midheaven inconjunct Return Jupiter (Strength: 3.92)
With Jupiter in tense aspect to the Midheaven, you are able to put great effort into making your mark on the world. Significant changes in career, marital status, or public standing are possible. You must take care to avoid a posture of inflated self-importance, expansiveness, or grandiosity in pursuing your worldly ambitions. Before taking unnecessary risks, think about the consequences. Extremes of mood can become problematic.
Return Midheaven square Return Uranus (Strength: 1.73)
Uranus, the Great Awakener, represents surprise, novelty, originality, and disruption. Uranus is also a symbol of nonconformity, independence, sudden insight, and electrifying change. With Uranus stressfully aspecting your Midheaven, you are likely to experience abrupt changes in your career, status in society, relationship with authority, and professional life. Sudden events may affect the life of a parent or parental figure. Uranus acts like a bolt out of the blue, and you may feel like you’ve been struck by lightning at some time during the coming year.
This placement of Uranus warns of potential upheaval, health upsets, financial fluctuations, iconoclasm, and anti-establishmentarian behavior. You tend to be more accident-prone than at other times in your life, so be sure to drive carefully and to exercise caution in potentially dangerous situations. Sudden breaks may occur in relationships, and equally sudden romance is possible.
§4.4 – Planets in the Tenth House of the Solar Return Chart
SR Planets in the Solar Return Tenth House
The Return 10th House relates to career, family, worldly status, and any public actions you take during the year. The Return planets that occupy the Return 10th House reveal the nature of such public activity and how it may affect your vocational and family life.
The Return planets that occupy your Return 10th House are listed below. If this section is blank, there are no 10th House planets in your Return chart.
§5.0 – The Solar Return Moon: Your Emotional Life
General Significance of the Moon
The Moon, ruler of Cancer, receives and reflects the light of the Sun. As such, the Moon symbolizes the inner, reflective, receptive, emotional, and subconscious aspects of human life. The Moon represents our feeling states, heredity, instincts, habit patterns, our early experiences with mothering, and our domestic life. Astrological aspects involving the Moon reveal how we react emotionally, and how we give or receive nurturing and comfort. People signified by the Moon include mothers, females in general, and the significant women in our lives. In health matters, the Moon symbolizes cyclic changes, nutrition, and female issues; also, the breasts, the stomach, and the brain matter.
The Return placement and aspects of the Moon may involve us either personally through health matters and life circumstances governed by the Moon, or indirectly through people symbolized by the Moon. Lunar aspects that are said to perfect on a certain date have an orb of a month or longer. We will next consider the Return zodiacal sign and House placements of the Moon.
Return Moon in Leo
The Moon in Leo often signifies a desire for recognition and admiration. You tend to be spontaneous, ardent, outgoing, fun loving, and romantic. The world becomes your stage, and you enjoy putting on a good show. Your relationships with children, or the desire to have children, can become a focus of attention. If the Moon forms stressful aspects, you must guard against behaving toward others in a demanding, childish, entitled, or flamboyant manner.
Return Moon in the Return 11th House
The Moon, which reflects your feelings and emotional life, occupies the Return 11th House of friends, group associations, hopes, and wishes. Your friends offer significant nurturing and emotional support, and you may be called upon to reciprocate. Your circle of friends may expand to include people of different backgrounds. Efforts to increase income from career are likely to go well. You may become active in a group or association whose goals you strongly value.
§5.1 – Aspects involving the Moon in the Solar Return Chart
Return Moon inconjunct Return Uranus (Strength: 4.22) – Aspect perfects on 10/24/2006.
With the Moon dissonantly aspecting Uranus, you may experience abrupt changes in your emotional or domestic life. Radical fluctuations in mood and disruptions in your basic sense of security may occur. Reform and innovation are key words for this aspect. You are likely to feel a strong need for freedom and independence. A relocation or move is possible. Sudden upsets, disruptions, or separations could occur within the family, resulting in overstrain and emotional tension. Circumstances may force your to confront any conflict you have about dependency versus autonomy. Difficulties could arise with or through the important women in your life. An unexpected separation from your mother or another significant woman is possible. Accidents or unforeseen injuries are possible, so take proper precautions when on the road or operating potentially dangerous equipment.
Return Moon sextile Return Mercury (Strength: 3.22)
Return Moon favorably aspecting Mercury brings about a harmonious melding of thought and emotion. You can successfully pursue activities that require sensitivity, caring, intuition, and creativity. Opportunities for travel often accompany this aspect. You may also receive significant good news about an emotional matter during the year.
Return Moon trine Natal Saturn (Strength: 6.05 )
The Moon harmoniously aspecting natal Saturn stabilizes your emotional life. Committed relationships proceed smoothly. You are able to balance your responsibilities toward others with your own emotional needs.
Natal Moon conjunct Return Moon’s North Node (Strength: 4.80 )
Personal growth comes from attending to your emotional needs and security interests. Your most intimate involvements with others will teach you a great deal about yourself.
Return Moon trine Natal Mars (Strength: 1.89 )
Return Moon favorably aspecting natal Mars means that your feelings work harmoniously with your self-assertive drives. You can readily accomplish goals in which you are emotionally invested. You tend to be honest and sincere in your dealings with others that are inclined to follow your lead. Where your heart is, there also your treasure shall be.
Return Moon sextile Natal Mercury (Strength: 1.42 ) – Aspect perfects on 1/5/2007.
Your thoughts and feelings work harmoniously together. This is an excellent time to do any type of creative writing. Put your feelings into words and allow your intuition to guide your thinking.
§6.0 – Mercury: Communication, Writing, Learning, Selling, Short Trips
General Significance of Mercury
Mercury, ruler of Gemini and Virgo, was the messenger of the gods. Mercury symbolizes language, communication, the thinking process, the intellect, writing, correspondence, education, commerce, transit, movement, and all means of transport. Astrological aspects involving Mercury show how we think and communicate our ideas to others; also, how we move about in our community. People signified by Mercury include writers, communicators, salespersons, students, the young people in our lives, messengers, drivers, neighbors, siblings, and other kin. In health matters, Mercury symbolizes the tongue, upper extremities, lungs, respiratory system, nervous system, thyroid, and the sense of sight.
The Return placement and aspects of Mercury may involve us either personally through health matters and life circumstances governed by Mercury, or indirectly through people symbolized by Mercury. Travel accidents are often shown by afflictions to Mercury, especially hard aspects involving Mars or Uranus. We will next consider the Return zodiacal sign and House placements of Mercury.
Return Mercury in the Return 1st House
This interpretation appeared previously in section §3.1 – The SR House Containing the Planet Ruling the SR Ascendant.
§6.1 – Aspects of Mercury in the Solar Return Chart
Return Mercury conjunct Return Mars (Strength: 4.38)
This aspect often indicates a caustic wit and a barbed tongue. Expect to be involved in lectures, disputes, and discussions during the year. You can convey your ideas powerfully to others, but some may take offense at something you write or say. You may be too quick at putting your thoughts into action. A particular communication or message may carry a sting. Adventuresome travel could be in the offing. Young people may be particularly aggressive or rambunctious, bringing upset into your life.
Return Mercury sextile Return Moon (Strength: 3.22)
This interpretation appeared previously in section §5.1 – Aspects involving the Moon in the Solar Return Chart.
Return Mercury inconjunct Return Uranus (Strength: 1.74)
Mercury in discord with Uranus often brings sudden disturbing news that may shock you out of your usual mode of thinking. Young people or siblings can become a source of upset and worry, perhaps because of unanticipated difficulties in their lives. You will need to watch your tongue and what you communicate. Something said off the cuff or in haste could result in unanticipated misunderstandings, bad press, or recriminations. There may be abrupt or unforeseen opportunities to travel; but you should exercise caution on the road, as travel accidents and injuries (whiplash, contusions, etc.) are possible. Also be careful around electrical apparatus because Mercury stressfully aspecting Uranus is associated with “shocking” events.
Return Mercury oppose Natal Saturn (Strength: 5.17 ) – Aspect perfects on 3/25/2007.
You have weighty matters on your mind. Use the energy of this aspect to accomplish intellectual tasks. Don’t get bogged down in negative thinking.
Return Mercury conjunct Natal Mercury (Strength: 1.63 )
Mercury returning to its Natal position highlights communication, news, writing, teaching, learning, travel, commerce, and dealings with neighbors and kin. The affairs of a sibling or a young person could require considerable attention. Your views and opinions may become matters of considerable moment and controversy. Your mind turns to matters ruled by the House that Mercury occupies in the Return chart.
Return Mercury sextile Natal Mars (Strength: 1.17 )
You are able to get your ideas across forcefully and effectively. Any type of intellectual work is favored. Say what you think and ask for what you desire.
Return Mercury oppose Natal Ascendant (Strength: 1.12 )
There is a focus on communicating clearly with others, especially those with whom you have your closest ties. You can also get your message out to the public. Seek expert advice if you have an important decision to make in an area outside of your expertise. Young people may play an important role in your life at this time.
§7.0 – Venus: Love, Money, Values, Relationships, Art, Beauty
General Significance of Venus
Venus, ruler of Taurus and Libra, was the goddess of love and beauty. Venus symbolizes attraction, romance, partnerships, social life, affection, harmony, fashion, art, style, luxury, money, possessions, indulgences, and sensual pleasures. Astrological aspects involving Venus show how we give and receive love, especially of the romantic sort; also, how we manage our finances, find pleasure, and adorn ourselves. People signified by Venus include lovers, wives, important women in our lives, artists, decorators, musicians, and anyone dedicated to the pursuit of beauty and/or pleasure. In health matters, Venus symbolizes problems of self-indulgence; also, the throat, the kidneys, the lower back or lumbar region, the parathyroids, and the sense of touch.
The Return placement and aspects of Venus may involve us either personally through health matters and life circumstances governed by Venus, or indirectly through people symbolized by Venus. We will next consider the Return zodiacal sign and House placements of Venus.
Return Venus in the Return 12th House
Benefic Venus in your Return 12th House points toward benefits and pleasure in solitary pursuits. You may volunteer to work in a hospital or spend time in institutions such as libraries and museums. Any type of compassionate or charitable work is favored. On occasion, this placement will indicate a secret love affair. Artistic, creative, musical, and literary endeavors meet with success. You are able to connect with the spiritual substratum of the universe.
If Venus forms stressful aspects, you may find yourself associating with individuals who work secretly against you. Indulgence in drugs or alcohol can also become problematic. Romance or marriage entered into at this time may later prove to be limiting or confining. A lover from your past may re-enter your life and cause difficulties.
§7.1 – Aspects of Venus in the Solar Return Chart
Return Venus conjunct Return Ascendant (Strength: 6.02)
This interpretation appeared previously in section §3.3 – Aspects involving the Ascendant in the Solar Return Chart.
Return Venus square Return Midheaven (Strength: 5.68)
This interpretation appeared previously in section §4.3 – Aspects involving the Midheaven in the Solar Return Chart.
Return Venus sextile Return Jupiter (Strength: 4.77)
These benefic planets promise good fortune in the year ahead. Favors, popularity, gifts, prizes, awards, social invitations, and financial benefits come your way. You are able to share your happiness with others. Some fall in love or marry under this influence. Musical and artistic projects go well. This auspicious aspect does much to lessen the intensity of stressful trends elsewhere in the Return chart. Help will be available when you need it. The only downside may be overindulgence or having too much of a good thing.
Return Venus oppose Return Uranus (Strength: 4.27)
Venus inharmoniously aspecting Uranus brings disruptions to your friendships, romantic attachments, and close personal ties, which can leave you feeling anxious or emotionally distraught. A breakup or unexpected falling out with a lover is possible. Brief love affairs with abrupt endings are common. Children with this aspect in their Return chart may experience the separation or divorce of their parents. Artistic, literary, or musical creations may have a shocking effect. Sudden changes in financial status are possible. This aspect may also correlate with an unexpected pregnancy or the birth of a child.
Return Venus conjunct Natal Pluto (Strength: 1.44 )
Return Venus conjunct Natal Pluto often heralds a passionate love affair. Alternatively, your deeply stirred affections may find an outlet in creative or artistic endeavors. As Pluto is a god of the afterlife, this aspect sometimes correlates with the end of a love relationship or the demise of a person whom you care about.
§8.0 – Mars: Initiative, Leadership, Drive, Passion, Energy
General Significance of Mars
Mars, ruler of Aries and Scorpio, was the god of war. Mars symbolizes initiative, courage, action, daring, aggression, leadership, drive, physical energy, heat, sexual passion, and the willingness to face challenges. Astrological aspects involving Mars show how we act independently, pioneer ideas, assert ourselves, and deal with competition. People signified by Mars include young men, husbands, leaders, warriors, and important men in our lives; also, those who regularly use force, tools, or weapons in their work. In health matters, Mars symbolizes fevers, cuts, wounds, the head, the muscular system, red blood cells, the gonads, urogenital system, adrenal gland, and the sense of taste.
The Return placement and aspects of Mars may involve us either personally through health matters and life circumstances governed by Mars, or indirectly through people symbolized by Mars. We will next consider the Return zodiacal sign and House placements of Mars.
Return Mars in Libra
The planet Mars symbolizes your energy, drive, and personal initiative. The zodiacal sign in the Return chart that hosts the planet Mars modifies how you are able to assert yourself, confront obstacles, and face challenges in the year ahead. With Return Mars in harmonious Libra, your energy is easily directed into teamwork, social engagements, and cooperative ventures. You are willing to fight for fairness and justice. Balance and harmony become important aspects of your work life. A tendency toward indecisiveness may accompany this placement.
Return Mars in the Return 1st House
This interpretation appeared previously in section §3.4 – Planets Rising in the First House of the Solar Return Chart.
§8.1 – Aspects of Mars in the Solar Return Chart
Return Mars conjunct Return Mercury (Strength: 4.38)
This interpretation appeared previously in section §6.1 – Aspects of Mercury in the Solar Return Chart.
Return Mars sextile Natal Mars (Strength: 3.80 )
This aspect indicates that you are able to channel your energy wisely to accomplish your goals. Keep yourself focused on what you want to accomplish and go for it.
ReturnMars oppose NatalAscendant (Strength: 3.74 )
Get ready for battle
Return Mars opposing your natal Ascendant warns of strife and disputes with others, especially partners and open enemies. Learn to manage your aggressive energy constructively so that you can handle conflict and emerge triumphant. Win-win solutions are usually the best. Be sure to get plenty of rest and exercise to keep yourself in top shape. Illness, injury, accident, or infection sometimes accompanies this placement.
Return Mars oppose Natal Saturn (Strength: 2.55 )
Return Mars discordantly aspecting Natal Saturn can be a difficult aspect that puts a damper on your expenditure of energy. Your initiatives get frustrated, and you may feel like you are butting your head into a wall. Physical injuries are sometimes associated with this aspect, so be careful to avoid situations that put your body in the path of a destructive force. Problems with bones or teeth could arise. This is not the year to skip your routine dental exam. On occasion, an experience of loss, grief, or bereavement will accompany this configuration.
§9.0 – Jupiter: Opportunities for Growth and Expansion
General Significance of Jupiter
Jupiter, ruler of Sagittarius and Pisces, was king of the gods on Mount Olympus. Jupiter symbolizes good fortune, benevolence, expansion, learning, publishing, wisdom, long-distance travel, foreign interests, further education, philosophy, religion, and the broadening of one’s horizons. Astrological aspects involving Jupiter show opportunities for advancement, potentials for growth, and our willingness to gather new experience. People signified by Jupiter include mature men, judges, lawyers, physicians, clergy, university professors, politicians, and those who have achieved positions of prominence or influence in their fields. In health matters, Jupiter symbolizes problems due to excess; also, the liver, pituitary gland, thighs, blood, arteries, and the sense of smell.
The Return placement and aspects of Jupiter may involve us either personally through health matters and life circumstances governed by Jupiter, or indirectly through people symbolized by Jupiter. We will next consider the Return zodiacal sign and House placements of Jupiter.
Return Jupiter in the Return 3rd House
Jupiter in the Return 3rd House places an emphasis on teaching, learning, writing, travel, and communication. You are able to comprehend complex subjects and explain them in such a way that others can readily understand. Opportunities for travel or advanced study may present themselves. This might be a good time to learn a foreign language or to take a course over the Internet. You may decide to buy a new car. Benefits come through visits, short trips, messages, emails; or contacts with siblings, kin, and neighbors. Some sort of positive news or announcement often accompanies this placement. Students do well in school. Authors find it easy to write and to get their works published. People in commerce discover that sales are especially strong. Scientists gather important information that advances their research.
§9.1 – Aspects of Jupiter in the Solar Return Chart
Return Jupiter sextile Return Venus (Strength: 4.77)
This interpretation appeared previously in section §7.1 – Aspects of Venus in the Solar Return Chart.
Return Jupiter inconjunct Return Midheaven (Strength: 3.92)
This interpretation appeared previously in section §4.3 – Aspects involving the Midheaven in the Solar Return Chart.
Return Jupiter square Return Neptune (Strength: 3.72)
Expansive Jupiter discordantly aspecting dreamy Neptune lifts your head into the clouds and gives you an unrealistic, illusory, idealized, or overconfident attitude toward life. Mystical or visionary experiences are possible, but you must take care to keep your feet on the ground. You may feel as if you are living in a dream with untold possibilities of fame and fortune. Unfortunately, if you base your judgments on an illusion, events usually conspire to burst your bubble.
If there are other indications of deception in the chart, this aspect increases the risk of being hoodwinked by others. In such cases, you may suffer a loss of money, friendship, or reputation. Someone you thought you could trust may secretly work against you or disappoint you in a major way. Emotional instability sometimes accompanies this aspect, and you may wish to keep yourself grounded in reality by discussing important matters with a trusted advisor. You should also try to avoid pompous, arrogant, manic, and overblown behavior during the coming year.
Return Jupiter sextile Return Ascendant (Strength: 2.99)
This interpretation appeared previously in section §3.3 – Aspects involving the Ascendant in the Solar Return Chart.
Return Jupiter trine Return Uranus (Strength: 2.19)
Jupiter harmoniously aspecting Uranus frequently brings money and unexpected good fortune from unusual sources. Sudden opportunities and lucky breaks can lead to advancement in your career. You quickly grasp the potentials of situations and are able to capitalize on them. Others are likely to take notice of your originality and creative imagination. This is a very favorable aspect to have in a Return. Wining at lotto and other types of financial windfalls are possible.
Return Jupiter square Return Saturn (Strength: 1.19)
Jupiter in stressful relation to Saturn typically offers you a choice in which both alternatives are desirable, but you must choose one at the expense of the other. Jupiter offers ease, contentment, freedom, and material comfort. Saturn asks you to be responsible, hard working, dutiful, and serious. This year you cannot have your cake and eat it too. You need to assess areas of your life that have become dysfunctional and, in the process, you may need to sacrifice a material benefit for a spiritual good (or vice versa).
Return Jupiter conjunct Natal Neptune (Strength: 1.05 )
Return Jupiter conjunct Natal Neptune greatly enhances your intuition, idealism, and imagination. Musical, artistic, theatrical, and literary endeavors prosper. You feel greater compassion for your fellow human beings and may wish to render some type of service to alleviate suffering. Profound or visionary insights may come to you through dreams or meditation. Material benefits may come your way with little or no effort on your part.
§10.0 – Saturn: Duty, Responsibility, Important Lessons, Hardship, Limitations
General Significance of Saturn – The Great Teacher
Saturn, ruler of Capricorn and Aquarius, wrested power from his father Uranus by castrating the ruling father sky-god and casting his genitals into the sea. Saturn symbolizes ambition, responsibility, stability, duty, discipline, boundaries, rules, and regulations. It also represents crystallization, aging, death, fears, restrictions, hard things, the reality principle, and lessons that we must learn. Astrological aspects involving Saturn show how we build structure in our lives and how we deal with the inevitable limitations and losses that life brings. People signified by Saturn include parents, teachers, taskmasters, older individuals, government officials, bosses, and those of a serious disposition. In health matters, Saturn symbolizes blockages, hardening, obstructions, and acid formation; also, the skin, teeth, bones, joints, spleen, gall bladder, knees, the vagus nerve, and the sense of hearing.
The Return placement and aspects of Saturn may involve us either personally through health matters and life circumstances governed by Saturn, or indirectly through people symbolized by Saturn. Look to Saturn to see where your major struggles will occur in the year ahead. We will next consider the Return zodiacal sign and House placements of Saturn.
Return Saturn in the Return 11th House
With Saturn in the 11th House, you may need to assume more responsibility for a group, club, or organization. Be sure to act with integrity in any venture that you undertake with friends or close associates, as such group activities may come under scrutiny. You could befriend older, more established individuals. Old friends may come back into your life and require your attention. Saturn here can indicate a need to take on the burdens that result from unexpected or accidental happenings.
This position can signify a restriction in income from career. You may need to work harder, deal with bureaucratic hassles, or assume additional duties to maintain your standard of living. Some type of pain or loss may be connected with the welfare of a child. There could be a period of separation from a friend. You might need to give up a cherished hope or desire. If you have been working diligently and with integrity, a wish may now come true.
§10.1 – Aspects of Saturn in the Solar Return Chart
Return Saturn oppose Return Neptune (Strength: 3.47)
With Saturn in harsh aspect to Neptune, you often face situations that are limiting, constraining, depressing, debilitating, or disillusioning. This stressful combination of planets can mean the end of a significant relationship, a period of confinement, or the dissolution of an important structure in your life. Despite the pain of this loss, you are learning a valuable spiritual lesson that will help you to put your priorities in better perspective. This lesson may come in mysterious ways, perhaps through an experience of bereavement, illness, depression, self-defeating behavior, or the underhanded actions of someone acting behind the scenes to block your progress. Spiritual, artistic, or musical endeavors can provide a welcome relief from the stress of this aspect. The final outcome will be a more serious and responsible attitude toward your own creativity and spiritual development.
Return Saturn trine Return Pluto (Strength: 1.88)
Saturn favorably aspecting Pluto may mark this year as one of great professional accomplishment due to your disciplined use of the power at your disposal. Both on the job and in your personal life you are a force to be reckoned with. You are able to focus now on achieving your ambitions. Introspection and reflection can lead to considerable self-understanding.
Return Saturn square Return Jupiter (Strength: 1.19)
This interpretation appeared previously in section §9.1 – Aspects of Jupiter in the Solar Return Chart.
Return Saturn square Natal Neptune (Strength: 2.86 )
Dreams confront reality
Return Saturn, the planet of hard reality, is at odds with your natal Neptune, the planet of ideals and spiritual aspirations. This can be a confusing time when you are not sure about who you are or where you are going with your life. You may have to struggle to keep your feet firmly planted on the ground. Things that seemed glamorous in your dreams may reveal their flaws in the light of day. This aspect forces you to seek your spiritual center. On the physical plane, you are advised to be proactive in protecting your material security. Get a medical checkup if you are feeling ill; avoid the use of drugs or alcohol if you are feeling anxious or upset; don’t travel in bad weather if you wish to avoid accidents; etc.
Return Saturn conjunct Natal Jupiter (Strength: 2.65 )
Return Saturn falling on Natal Jupiter often indicates a desire for solitude and a need to be patient in pursuing your goals. You are likely to carry added responsibilities during the year. Hard work and perseverance will be rewarded. This aspect brings opportunities for increased wisdom and the consolidation of your resources. You may purchase a home or change your residence under this influence. Frequently this manifests as a need to make a choice between money and happiness. Disappointment, frustration, or hardship could arise with regard to matters ruled by the Natal Houses with Sagittarius or Pisces on the cusp.
§11.0 – Uranus: Novelty, Originality, Jolts, Disruptions
General Significance of Uranus – The Awakener
Uranus, ruler of Aquarius, was the original sky-god who was castrated by his son Saturn in a coup to usurp his power. Venus-Aphrodite was born of the white foam that spread around Uranus’ discarded genitals in the sea. Uranus symbolizes sudden shocking events, electrifying change, willful independence, separations, originality, inventiveness, modern technology, and progressive thinking. The action of Uranus is abruptly and without warning to shatter the old structure built by Saturn.
Astrological aspects involving Uranus show how and where sudden change, excitement, and disruption come into our lives; also, where we are likely to rebel against the past and strike out to do our own thing. People signified by Uranus include scientists, modernists, astrologers, reformers, inventors, eccentrics, and those who insist on marching to the unique beat of their own drum. In health matters, Uranus symbolizes strokes and accidents; also, the ankles and calves.
The Return placement and aspects of Uranus may involve us either personally through health matters and life circumstances governed by Uranus, or indirectly through people symbolized by Uranus. Look to Uranus to see where you can expect the unexpected in the coming year. We will next consider the Return zodiacal sign and House placements of Uranus.
Return Uranus in the Return 6th House
Uranus in the Return 6th House suggests sudden happenings that disrupt the status quo with regard to daily work, relationships with co-workers, your state of health, or the welfare of a pet. A separation may come about out of a need to render service. You can be highly original and inventive on the job. You may require more independence at work, and you could be asked to perform odd jobs or to assume an erratic schedule. Unanticipated health upsets or accidents can occur if Uranus is afflicted. Pets can become high-strung and may require medical attention.
§11.1 – Aspects of Uranus in the Solar Return Chart
Return Uranus oppose Return Venus (Strength: 4.27)
This interpretation appeared previously in section §7.1 – Aspects of Venus in the Solar Return Chart.
Return Uranus inconjunct Return Moon (Strength: 4.22) – Aspect perfects on 10/24/2006.
This interpretation appeared previously in section §5.1 – Aspects involving the Moon in the Solar Return Chart.
Return Uranus trine Return Jupiter (Strength: 2.19)
This interpretation appeared previously in section §9.1 – Aspects of Jupiter in the Solar Return Chart.
Return Uranus inconjunct Return Mercury (Strength: 1.74)
This interpretation appeared previously in section §6.1 – Aspects of Mercury in the Solar Return Chart.
Return Uranus square Return Midheaven (Strength: 1.73)
This interpretation appeared previously in section §4.3 – Aspects involving the Midheaven in the Solar Return Chart.
§12.0 – Neptune: Spirituality, Creativity, Self-Deception, Confusion
General Significance of Neptune
Neptune, ruler of Pisces, was the god of the oceans. Neptune symbolizes boundlessness, intuition, psychic sensitivity, compassion, spirituality, sleep, unreality, creative imagination, artistic inspiration, fantasy, illusion, Hollywood, subconscious processes, fog, confusion, self-sacrifice, and self-defeating attitudes. Astrological aspects involving Neptune show how we attune to the feelings of others, use our imaginations, distort our perceptions, undo our own efforts, and also how we deal with the dissolution of old structures in our lives. People signified by Neptune include poets, artists, dreamers, musicians, mystics, spiritualists, idealists, sensitives, and those who compassionately tend to the needy. In health matters, Neptune symbolizes the feet, sleep difficulties, intoxicants, mental disorders, and problems with drugs and alcohol.
The Return placement and aspects of Neptune may involve us either personally through health matters and life circumstances governed by Neptune, or indirectly through people symbolized by Neptune. We will next consider the Return zodiacal sign and House placements of Neptune.
Return Neptune in the Return 5th House
Neptune in the Return 5th House raises the possibility of dissolution, loss, letting go, sadness, misunderstanding, deception, or confusion with regard to children, romance, creative projects, and speculative ventures. A longstanding situation, relationship, or preoccupation related to such matters may dissolve or fade from your life. Be careful with any type of speculative investment because things may not be what they seem. If you are married, you may be tempted to have a secret love affair. If single, you may be searching for the romance of your dreams. Creative hobbies go well, and you might take up the study of art, drama, or music. Activities with or on behalf of children can also be rewarding.
§12.1 – Aspects of Neptune in the Solar Return Chart
Return Neptune inconjunct Return Ascendant (Strength: 4.27)
This interpretation appeared previously in section §3.3 – Aspects involving the Ascendant in the Solar Return Chart.
Return Neptune trine Return Midheaven (Strength: 4.14)
This interpretation appeared previously in section §4.3 – Aspects involving the Midheaven in the Solar Return Chart.
Return Neptune square Return Jupiter (Strength: 3.72)
This interpretation appeared previously in section §9.1 – Aspects of Jupiter in the Solar Return Chart.
Return Neptune oppose Return Saturn (Strength: 3.47)
This interpretation appeared previously in section §10.1 – Aspects of Saturn in the Solar Return Chart.
Return Neptune trine Natal Mercury (Strength: 3.14 )
This aspect gets your creative juices flowing. Any type of artistic, musical, theatrical, or literary pursuit is favored. You can also do well at spiritual and metaphysical studies.
§13.0 – Pluto: Power, Control, Intense Emotional Experience, Elimination, Radical Transformation
General Significance of Pluto
Pluto, ruler of Scorpio, was the Greek Hades, lord of the underworld. He abducted and raped Persephone – an action that ultimately brought about the season of winter on earth. Pluto symbolizes power, control, domination, the management of joint resources, penetration, unconscious processes, irresistible forces; also, uprooting, elimination, death, regeneration, rebirth, radical transformation, and the ending of a phase of life. Astrological aspects involving Pluto reveal which deeply buried factors in our lives need to be brought to the surface so that they can be reviewed, reworked, transformed, or eliminated. People signified by Pluto include miners, psychoanalysts, occultists, undertakers, money managers, and anyone whose work involves exposing that which is concealed or hidden. In health matters, Pluto symbolizes the gallbladder, the sex organs, the organs of elimination, and the body’s ability to restore itself.
The Return placement and aspects of Pluto may involve us either personally through health matters and life circumstances governed by Pluto, or indirectly through people symbolized by Pluto. We will next consider the Return zodiacal sign and House placements of Pluto.
Return Pluto in the Return 4th House
Pluto, the planet of radical change and transformation, occupies your Return 4th House of home, family, parents, elders, tradition, early life, domestic concerns, personal foundations, and final endings. You could find yourself remodeling your home, changing residence, getting married or divorced, moving at a distance, or dealing with parental issues. If you own a home, you should check for problems with the foundation, the plumbing, or the heating system. This is a good year to clear out all the accumulated junk from the attic or basement. A major change or ending may occur within the family structure or among close associates. Now is a time to look within as you reflect on how past experiences and early conditioning have influenced your personal development.
§13.1 – Aspects of Pluto in the Solar Return Chart
Return Pluto square Return Sun (Strength: 4.77)
This interpretation appeared previously in section §2.2 – The Sun’s Aspects in the Solar Return Chart.
Return Pluto square Return Moon’s North Node (Strength: 3.92)
Return Pluto discordantly aspecting the Return Moon’s North Node may herald a life-transforming event that leads you to ponder the meaning of existence. A near-death experience or the passing of a significant individual may alter the structure of your life. Relationships may focus on issues of power, control, domination, bereavement, or other emotionally trying matters. Karmic ties with others may prove complicated and burdensome, or may have an unfortunate ending. You should try to reconcile differences with significant people in your life. Now is a time to terminate abusive relationships and to eliminate any restricting attitudes that have impeded your growth in the past.
Return Pluto trine Return Saturn (Strength: 1.88)
This interpretation appeared previously in section §10.1 – Aspects of Saturn in the Solar Return Chart.
Return Pluto trine Natal Jupiter (Strength: 5.78 )
Return Pluto in pleasant aspect to Natal Jupiter can change your life for the better in far-reaching ways. Improvements are likely in your material well-being. Sexual opportunities may present themselves. Profound spiritual or religious experiences are possible.
Return Pluto square Natal Uranus (Strength: 4.28 )
This aspect affects your entire age group. You are forced to confront and adapt to many changes in society. It is best to let go of whatever no longer serves a useful purpose in your life.
Return Pluto trine Natal Venus (Strength: 2.46 )
This aspect has a profound impact on your most intimate relationships. Love and close emotional ties play a dominant role in your life and bring about personal transformation. You may experience a sexual flowering, or at least a broadening and deepening of your experience of human sexuality. Any type of creative or artistic endeavor is favored.
Return Pluto square Natal Moon (Strength: 1.72 )
This aspect marks a time of intense emotionality and inner turmoil that can lead to profound changes in your personality. Issues of power, control, and manipulation may come up in close relationships. Beware of emotional blackmail. You are likely to get serious about domestic matters. On occasion this will indicate the death of someone close in the year ahead.
Return Pluto square Natal Pluto (Strength: 1.51 )
During this time you experience events that will alter your life for years to come. Get ready for a period of hard work when you will have to keep your nose to the grindstone. Be very careful with finances. Study the details of any business deal. Commitments you make now may have hidden demands and may later turn out to be quite burdensome. Seek expert advice before spending your hard earned money. Avoid get-rich-quick schemes or you will pay a steep price. As economic times change over the next few years, money now borrowed or lent may become hard to repay. Be careful about making large loans or mortgages at this time. You are also likely to become keenly attuned to issues related to human mortality.
§14.0 – The Solar Return Part of Fortune
Return Part of Fortune in Leo
The Return Part of Fortune is a benefic point whose location in the chart is based on the relative positions of the Sun, Moon, and Ascendant in this year’s Return. It symbolizes those areas of life that are likely to be especially profitable and productive in the year ahead. Knowing where your greatest benefit lies will allow you to focus your energies so that you can achieve a greater measure of success.
When in Leo, the Part of Fortune advises you to make optimal use of your capacity for courage, self-expression, fun, self-promotion, generosity, and creativity.
Return Part of Fortune in the Return 11th House
The Part of Fortune in the Return 11th House indicates success in friendships and group associations. You should be able to achieve one of your heart’s desires. Benefits come through the pursuit of ideals that benefit the entire human family. You might enjoy the study of astrology or other New Age topics. Computers and technology can enrich your life.
Return Part of Fortune conjunct Return Moon (Strength: 0.85)
This interpretation appeared previously in section §5.1 – Aspects involving the Moon in the Solar Return Chart.
§15.0 – Connections between Planets and House Cusps
Alignments of Planets with House Cusps
The House cusps are power points in the chart, and any planet that aligns closely with a House cusp will be especially prominent in the year ahead. Planet to House cusp alignments often portend specific events whose nature combines the symbolism of the planet and the House involved.
The three sections that follow will look at the contacts, if any, (1) between Return planets and Return House cusps; (2) between Return planets and Natal House cusps; and finally, (3) between Natal planets and Return House cusps.
When comparing the Solar Return and the natal charts, any close alignment between a planet and a House cusp is highly significant. In fact, the conjunctions of planets with House cusps in the superimposed natal and return charts usually pinpoint the major factors that will be operative during the year. Pay close attention to the following three sections because they highlight the specific events that you will need to deal with in the coming Solar Return period.
§15.1 – Return Planets connected with SR House Cusps
Solar Return Planets Connected with Solar Return House Cusps
This section considers the influence of any planet or point in the Solar Return chart that forms a close connection with a House cusp in the Solar Return chart.
Return Saturn conjunct Return 12th House (Strength: 5.04 )
Stone walls do not a prison make, nor iron bars a cage
Saturn, the Great Teacher, reveals lessons to be learned during the coming year. Conjoining the cusp of the Return 12th House, Saturn suggests a need to take more responsibility in matters related to spirituality, compassion, empathy, escapism, and the ways in which you undermine your own goals in life. You may feel a need to get away and spend time by yourself, perhaps to deal with a loss that lingers from a previous year. This placement carries with it a possibility of hospitalization or involuntary confinement. Some of Saturn’s lessons might be painful, but in the end what remains will be worth the effort, and you will get what you deserve.
Return Mercury conjunct Return 2nd House (Strength: 4.15 )
Return Mercury on the Return 2nd House cusp heightens your business acumen and resourcefulness with money. Your good ideas may pay off in practical or economic terms. Intellectual pursuits, royalties, and written agreements can be a source of increased income. Your job may require more short trips, commuting, phone calls, and paperwork.
Return Neptune conjunct Return 6th House (Strength: 2.51 )
Neptune in close contact with your Return 6th House cusp acts to dissolve past attitudes toward work, duty, service, and health-related issues. This can mean discovering spirituality in the workplace, or changing your attitude toward work so that it is more consistent with your sense of meaning in life. If you have been neglecting your spiritual needs, Neptune here can signify an illness or loss that will broaden your perspective on what is important in life.
Return Jupiter conjunct Return 3rd House (Strength: 2.25 )
Expansive Jupiter conjoining the Return 3rd cusp of communication and short trips makes this an active and busy year. You are likely to be constantly on the go. You excel at speaking, writing, teaching, lecturing, gathering facts, and communicating with others. Your enhanced verbal skills allow you to convince anyone of anything. For those involved in sales, this could be a banner year. Students excel at their studies and may be granted a degree at this time. Problems could arise in communications because of inflated speech or in travel because of excessive speed on the road.
Return Mars conjunct Return 2nd House (Strength: 1.53 )
With Mars conjunct the 2nd House cusp, you are able to take the initiative regarding income, finances, and personal values. A personal project could turn out to be quite profitable. You must guard against impulsive spending. As Mars here opposes your 8th house cusp, there is a possibility of a need for surgery or other invasive medical measures. In addition, concerns about death and dying may occupy your attention. If Mars forms stressful aspects, be careful to safeguard your money and valuables against theft.
Return Uranus conjunct Return 7th House (Strength: 1.03 )
Uranus, the Great Awakener, represents surprise, novelty, originality, and disruption. Uranus is also a symbol of nonconformity, independence, sudden insight, and electrifying change. With Uranus crossing your 7th cusp, you are likely to experience abrupt changes in your marriage, partnerships, contractual agreements, close personal relationships, and your popularity with the public. In the romantic arena, there is a possibility of sudden infatuations and equally sudden breakups. Married individuals may be tempted to stray, as Uranus heightens their sexual urges. You would be wise to examine your concerns about independence versus commitment, and the role that sexuality plays in your relationships. Uranus acts like a bolt out of the blue, and you may feel like you’ve been struck by lightning at some time during the coming year.
This placement of Uranus puts the planet of wanderlust, shocking happenings, and sudden insight into special prominence. It warns of potential upheaval, health upsets, financial fluctuations, iconoclasm, and anti-establishmentarian behavior. You tend to be more accident-prone than at other times in your life. Sudden breaks may occur in relationships, and equally sudden romance is possible. Positively, Uranus stimulates your inventiveness and creativity. You could do well in any type of high-tech endeavor. Community service and altruistic undertakings may draw your attention. This would also be a favorable year to study astrology and other New Age topics.
§15.2 – Return Positions connected with Natal House Cusps
Solar Return Planets or Points Connected with Natal House Cusps
This section considers the influence of any planet or point in the Solar Return chart that forms a close connection with a House cusp in the Natal chart.
Return Saturn conjunct Natal 6th House Cusp (Strength: 6.54 )
Return Saturn on the Natal 6th cusp advises you to be especially serious this year about taking care of your health. If you have been putting off dieting, exercising, or visiting your doctor, this is the year to make a commitment to fitness and good health. It is also likely that you will assume added responsibilities on the job. Focusing your efforts on improving your work skills and proficiency is likely to pay off. You may also wish to take up yoga or meditation to help you relax and better cope with your extra duties; otherwise, you run the risk of chronic fatigue and emotional frustration.
Return Jupiter conjunct Natal 8th House Cusp (Strength: 5.94 )
Return Jupiter conjunct the Natal 8th House cusp brings growth, expansion, and a sense of ease to joint financial dealings, tax matters, and issues related to death and sexuality. In some way you are likely to benefit through other people’s resources. Much psychological healing is possible with this placement. Benefits may also come through occult interests. Occasionally, this placement will indicate an inheritance.
Return Neptune conjunct Natal 12th House Cusp (Strength: 4.93 )
Return Neptune conjunct the Natal 12th House cusp puts a strong emphasis on your inner life and spiritual development. This can be a significant year for achieving psychological and spiritual understanding. It will be important to spend time in contemplation, prayer, or meditation. Such activity can produce important insights into the meaning of life and the hidden dimensions of reality. Personal growth will result from compassionate service to those who are in need, and you may find yourself caring for a person who is sick or confined during the year. You are also advised to let go of unhealthy attachments to purely material ambitions and constricting relationships. Sometimes this detaching process is painful, depressing, or confusing; but in the end you will be better off for having allowed yourself to grieve the loss.
Return Mars conjunct Natal 7th House Cusp (Strength: 3.74 )
Return Mars conjunct the Natal 7th House cusp often brings strife to marriage and partnerships. Issues arise in close relationships that demand resolution. If partners cannot work out their differences, this aspect may indicate a breakup or divorce. On the other hand, the increased energy that Mars is bringing to your close personal relationships may simply indicate the confidence and will to form new partnerships or to actively work on existing ones. However, an element of competition will be present.
Return Midheaven conjunct Natal 3rd House Cusp (Strength: 2.36 )
The Return Midheaven falling on your Natal 3rd House cusp promises of year full of short trips, visits, comings and goings. Writing, correspondence, and all forms of communication are highlighted. Authors receive recognition for their work. Career advancement may come through siblings or through business-related travel. Be sure to welcome any opportunities to increase your fund of knowledge. You may receive an important proposal or document that affects your social status. You could be called upon to assume a position of leadership within your local community.
Return Mercury conjunct Natal 7th House Cusp (Strength: 1.12 )
Return Mercury conjunct the Natal 7th House cusp highlights matters ruled by the planet Mercury and by the Houses with Gemini and Virgo on the cusp in your Natal and Return charts. Mercury rules communication, travel, thought, writing, negotiating, commuting, sales, commerce, and dealings with young people.
Falling on the 7th House cusp, Mercury turns your mind to partnership, marriage, and contractual matters. You would do well to clarify any issues that need resolution in close relationships, and you may find yourself involved in formal negotiations. Expert advice from a consultant may prove especially valuable. There may also be an opportunity to present your ideas before the public.
§15.3 – Natal Positions connected with Return House Cusps
Natal Planets or Points Connected with Solar Return House Cusps
This section considers the influence of any planet or point in the Natal chart that forms a close connection with a House cusp in the Solar Return chart.
Natal Saturn conjunct Return 8th House (Strength: 4.98 )
The Return 8th House cusp conjunct your Natal Saturn is a hard aspect that can bring loss and financial hardship. Shared resources and joint finances may become sources of difficulty. A significant person could pass from your life at this time.
Natal Jupiter conjunct Return 12th House (Strength: 4.62 )
Compassion for self and others
Natal Jupiter falling on your Return 12th House cusp heightens your empathy and increases your spiritual understanding. Benefits come from work done in private or behind the scenes. This would be a good year to volunteer or get involved in a charitable endeavor. Exploring your inner world, either on your own or with a spiritual advisor, can heal you in ways that lead to peace and serenity. Metaphysical studies go well and can be profitable.
Natal Mercury conjunct Return 2nd House (Strength: 4.48 )
Thinking for or about money
The Return 2nd House cusp conjunct your Natal Mercury turns your thoughts to issues of income and finance. Expressing yourself in writing, speech, or song could prove profitable. Young people may provide you the opportunity to earn more money.
Natal Part of Fortune conjunct Return 2nd House (Strength: 1.32 )
You are likely to have opportunities to increase your income and add to your material possessions. Take some time to ponder what you really value in life.
Natal Venus conjunct Return 12th House (Strength: 1.30 )
Selfless love
The Return 12th cusp on your Natal Venus can bring an element of loss or sadness into your most intimate relationships. You may be called upon to care for someone you love. Selfless devotion to the good of others without martyring yourself is the key to making successful use of this configuration.
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