Action-planet Mars is at his most determined whilst in Capricorn from March 17 to May 16, 2018.
Capricorn is a productive and hard working Earth sign. Planets in Capricorn focus on the future, and express in a calm, clear, no nonsense way.
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Since Capricorn is all about climbing the proverbial mountain, (think of how a mountain goat keeps plugging away, slowly and steadily moving ever upwards), during this cycle you might be inspired to put energy into long term goals, or start thinking about plans and projects for later in the year. For Mars in Capricorn, it’s never to early to plan for success.
Mars in Capricorn is about planned action, so it’s about doing and deciding, and the steadiness of Capricorn can help you make wise, smart and thoughtful choice.
Mars is “exalted“ (a condition of strength) in Capricorn, and so this pairing can bring out the best that Mars has to offer. This can gift us all with clarity about where we want to go, and what we might need to do to get there. Mars is on point and determined to power forward while in Capricorn, so we each get a taste of that celestial mojo and motivation in the coming two months.
Mars is in Capricorn just once every two years (the last time was September 27 – November 9, 2016). If you know your chart, check the house ruled by Capricorn. That will be the personal and most relevant areas of your life to think about taking action, and planning for the future in this two month cycle. (Don’t know how the signs and houses connect in your chart? You need this report.)
Four secrets for success with Mars in Capricorn
1. Set goals for success and limits on distractions.
When it comes to staying on track, having a clear goal is essential. Mars loves structure, routine and a plan when in Capricorn, which is ruled by serious and organised Saturn. Specific goals with step by step plans as well as healthy limits are especially helpful in the last week of March and the first week of April, as Mars and Saturn join on April 1 – 2. You may say no to something you’ve outgrown, find the strength to decline or delegate a task you realistically can’t do or put every ounce of your energy into achieving a massive undertaking. However this planetary pairing shows up for you it’ll be intense and demanding but supremely productive.
2. Collaborate with a purpose.
While in Capricorn, Mars will trine Venus in Taurus from April 10 – 12. Strategic partnerships may be finalised or started then, or you may reach out for support and find it more easily than you expect. Collaboration and teamwork can enhance success as Mars and Venus work together, and since their supportive trine aspect will occur across two earth signs, long lasting partnerships can come into being then.
3. Claim and use your power.
It may feel brave to speak your mind and ask for what you want, but taking charge is the secret to success. Say what you want; don’t agree to anything you don’t want. Take concrete steps to move closer to a big or major dream. Small actions add up to major progress now. This is especially so through the second half of April as when Mars combines with Pluto on April 26.
4. Take the lead with innovation and technology.
New technology may at first seem daunting, but using technology to its fullest will help you break through professional barriers as well as gain favorable attention, especially in the first half of May, as Mars squares off to Uranus from May 14 – 17. Embrace a new software program, app or device. You might try an online service for something you normally do manually or in person.
Have you felt more ambitious with Mars in Capricorn? Or, if you know your chart, have you been particularly productive around your Capricorn house topics?
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