Mars in Aquarius Gives You the Confidence Boost You Need Right Now
Mars, named after the Roman God of War, rules over motivation, energy, and passion. It inspires supercharged and explosive actions, which can lead to either great accomplishments, or utter destruction. Mars retrograde just ended, so if you’ve been feeling depleted of determination, expect your energy to return soon. Mars is moving forward now, and on Monday, September 10 at 8:55 PM EST, fiery Mars enters the revolutionary air sign, Aquarius.
don't sleep on Mars in your birth chart: courage, energy, confidence, valor, assertion, boldness, drive, defense, warrior-hood, desire, challenge, sex drive, self-determination, survival.
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Aquarius is a fixed air sign, meaning it’s determined, stubborn, thoughtful, social, and full of ideas. It's also a friendly sign that cares about community, so you feel more motivated by teamwork and a shared cause. The progressive qualities of Aquarius also inspire the wellbeing of society, especially those who are marginalized and treated unfairly. Your inner revolutionary is about to wake up, and you’re excited about introducing new ideas to others, as well as challenging others’ past assumptions about other people.
Aquarius is intellectual, analytical, and emotionally detached. Add all of that up with its natural unconventionality and the bright zeal provided by Mars, and sudden epiphanies can happen frequently. You’re motivated to assert your bright ideas, and put them into action. But because Aquarius is a humanitarian sign, you must aim to align this energy with helping other people and larger group causes–focusing on selfish causes or solo endeavors won't work too well.
With Mars' energy in the most eccentric, non-conforming sign in the zodiac, you're more compelled than ever to assert your individuality and embrace your weird quirks. You can express yourself entirely without fear of judgement from others. Combined with Venus in Scorpio right now, it’s a time where those around you who don’t embrace every part of you get the chop. It’s an important month and a half where you’re inspired to build a strong network comprised of loyal friendships and good intentions.
Mars in Aquarius for the Signs:
Aries: You’re capable of networking and aggressively building your social circle now. With your natural passion for leadership, working towards a cause can lead to success. There’s a lot of activity in your social life at school, in your neighborhood, in clubs, and any other community you consider yourself a part of. On the other hand, Mars can act like an irritant and inflame any existing tensions in your friend group. Use this fire to tackle problems head-on and strengthen your friend group instead of fighting.
Taurus: Upwards mobility in the workplace is in the stars for you! The actions you take now can open doors to much success down the line. But asserting yourself too strongly, or for selfish reasons, can lead to problems right now. The best way to get noticed is by contributing to a group project and outshining your peers, while still allowing them to grow and accomplish their own goals. You can soar like a rocket up the professional totem pole if you can balance your ambitions with the objectives of your co-workers.
Gemini: You love to learn, and you feel a sense of urgency when it comes to expanding your mind. You can spend this time aggressively developing your ideas and opinions. A great way to do this is by going on a trip or an adventure that immerses you in a new culture or group of people. However, you may feel passionately about your personal beliefs and it’s easy to pop off and start a fight with people who think differently from you. Avoid being preachy and make an effort to just listen-you never know what you might learn when you hear a fresh perspective.
Cancer: Your libido goes up a few notches when Mars activates the part of your chart regarding sex and intimacy. This part of your chart also rules over transformation and death-no, you aren’t going to die, but a part of you might go through a symbolic death leading to a rebirth. Mars in Aquarius highlights unhealthy habits, traits, or relationships, and the red planet, true to its namesake after the God of War, can create a conflict that requires to you take action and permanently change those components of your life.
Leo: As the most egocentric sign (no offense!), it’s difficult for you to place the needs of others above your own like your opposite sign, Aquarius, is known for. Mars is in the part of your chart associated with all kinds of relationships, and compels you to prioritize the collective rather than your personal needs. Interpersonal problems are amplified, and anyone you have bad blood with tries to instigate a conflict with you. Rise above, and channel this energy into cooperating with your friends and partners and working as teammates.
Virgo: Your work ethic is receiving an upgrade and you’re determined to take care of business. At your job, use this energy to accomplish tasks and fulfill your obligations as well as helping your peers with their work. A selfish need to be recognized for everything you do can easily lead to tension, especially with superiors. Don’t overwork yourself, either! The productive energy you feel won’t last forever, and going too hard can lead to health problems.
Libra: Your romantic life is going to become more exciting as the planet of passion floats through your chart’s zone of love, fun, and sex! Your natural artistic sensibilities and creativity are going to blow up, and if you’re an artist, you can accomplish a ton of great work now. You feel a lot of physical energy that, if left unexpressed, can lead to restlessness or anxiety. Athletics, competitions, and sex are all great outlets for this influx of drive.
Scorpio: You’re intimately in-sync with yourself, sometimes painfully so. If you have any problems with your feelings or habits, they’re going to make themselves very well known over the next few weeks. This hyper-awareness of what makes you uncomfortable forces you to deal with the problems you have with yourself, which isn’t always an easy affair! On a completely different note, Mars in Aquarius can help you get a great deal of work done around the house. Any domestic issues–moving in, cleaning, decorating–can be accomplished with ease, but tension in your family or with your roommates is possible as well if you're not all in agreement.
Sagittarius: Expect your already upbeat personality to be amplified even more! Mental focus, physical energy, and your desire to connect with others is strengthened by Mars’ placement in your horoscope. You’re very passionate about what you know personally, but want to grow outside yourself a little. You’re inspired to pick up new information and learn about the world around you, but over-identifying with your knowledge can lead to a defiant tone that instigates arguments with others.
Capricorn: You can feel Mars’ influence most by how protective you are now about what's most valuable to you. You identify strongly not only with your finances and material possessions, but your self-worth and your beliefs, too. A risky potential of this energy could be basing your self-esteem on how much you have. You’re inspired to work harder towards accumulating wealth–just try to avoid Mars’ impulse to spend money and own more stuff just for the sake of having it. Be mindful of how you share resources with others, too. Being selfish or stingy can lead to frustrations from your friends.
Aquarius: Your natural originality and creativity are jolted by a fresh hit of energy. You feel empowered and able to push your ideals and progressive goals onto others, inspiring better teamwork. Your confidence is at a high point, as is your libido and stamina. You can get so much work done, but be wary of imposing yourself or your ambitions onto others–it can lead to tension and conflict if you're too stubborn.
Pisces: As a naturally humanitarian sign, you’re able to use Mars’ energy to contribute to a group effort and make a difference. The only problem is that you can experience frustration by being forced to be a part of the team, but never the leader. Your hard work might go unnoticed and perhaps unappreciated, and Mars in Aquarius activates your chart’s “12th House,” the zone of hidden enemies and deception. Watch out for backstabbers and manipulators that aim to alienate and discourage you from working in a group.
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