Astrology can help you understand why the summer seems like one continuous ride on the struggle bus. There are currently a number of retrogrades affecting the planets. These include transformative Pluto and taskmaster Saturn as well as dreamy Neptune and the trauma-focused minor planet Chiron. We’ll be adding auspicious Jupiter on July 28 to this list. It will retrograde in Aries, then chugs through the sign for several months. In late October, it will dip into Pisces and arrive direct on November 23. The positive planet’s backspin can actually be productive if it is allowed to.
According to astrologer Stefanie Weiss, Jupiter represents “all things bold and big,” and is therefore the planet of expansion and auspiciousness. It has been moving in Aries, an intense and action-focused sign, since May 10. This energy lends a positive, energetic vibe to subjects related to personal development. “Jupiter is all about taking risks, bravely imagining the future, and putting our best bets forward to reap sweet rewards,” says Cristina Farella. Perhaps you’ve been inspired in the last few months to take on big goals and dreams.
“We are invited to reflect on how many miles we have covered since Jupiter’s May move into Aries, rather than jumping into new projects.” –Cristina Farella. Astrologer.
Farella says that it is not the end of personal growth as Jupiter moves retrograde. Instead, this will cause an inward shift in energy. We are invited to reflect on how far we have covered since Jupiter moved into Aries in May. This is a time to be mindful of what has been accomplished, rather than to dive into projects or major career changes.
This quieter and more introspective time could help you gain valuable insights about your future. Jupiter has been associated with luck, optimism, fate, and good fortune. Weiss says, “If things aren’t moving as planned in the last weeks, then you have the option to use the four-month retrograde period to correct and pace yourself.” You may also discover more efficient strategies to achieve your goals if you realize that your passion or project is getting in the way.
Because of the way Jupiter retrograde travels through the skies, this is a particularly good vibe for those with rising sun signs, Aries or Sagittarius. Farella explains how the transit might encourage people with these signs to slow down and zoom out in order to see the bigger picture of their life.
These are the signs that will feel most the impact of Jupiter’s retrograde in Aries.
Aries
This Jupiter retrograde starts in your sign, where the planet is since May 10. It’s also highlighting Aries as your first house for personal identity. This is a significant moment for personal growth. Farella says, “This is an important time to reflect about how you can prioritize your connection with yourself.” You’ve likely set many things in motion over the past weeks, including a project launch at work or helping someone you care about. Farella says it is now time to stop and take stock of all the activity. “Bring your focus back to , you.”
Sagittarius
You feel transits in Aries as a large, active fire sign like Aries. Jupiter Retrograde in Aries will bring you twice the intensity, as Jupiter is your planet ruler. This means that Jupiter’s movements have greater influence on your world than those of others. Farella says that matters in your creativity and identity may change during this period. This is a great opportunity to evaluate how much of yourself you are putting out in the world and find ways to improve your perceptions of what it means to be’seen. ‘”
Instead of rushing ahead with external tasks as suggested above, you can turn inward to nurture a part of yourself that may have been overlooked. Farella says, “Remember it’s okay for you to take a break. This retrograde is a great time.” You’ll have the opportunity to use what you learn about yourself and translate it into a plan or an intention. The transit will end on November 23, when Jupiter moves direct.
Pisces
Although Jupiter was in Aries the majority of the 2022 year, it moved through that sign for its first half. Astrologers called this one of the most important transits of the year and an indicator of luck. It will be there until the end of this retrograde. Farella says that the planet will return to your sign’s last degrees on October 27, and through December 20, but it may turn your attention back from May when it was last here. It’ll be a powerful time to reflect upon the progress you have made and the lessons that this time has taught.
Even before this, Jupiter retrograde will affect you in Aries. This is because Jupiter, according to traditional astrology, was considered your ruling planet. You can also expect the same vibe from Sagittarius. Farella says, “This could be an opportunity to look within rather than outside.” This retrograde could be triggered by dreamwork, mindfulness tools and journaling.