Saturn in Scorpio is currently retrograde, or moving backwards. This serves to emphasis a particular part of the Zodiac, in this case the space between 4 – 11 Scorpio. Saturn in Scorpio retrogrades through this part of the sky between February 17 – July 7.
If you have planets or chart points between these degrees you’re especially attuned to Saturn’s call.
Saturn in Scorpio asks you to dig deep, to discover buried truths – or trash – so that what’s been hidden can be revealed. For more on this cycle and how it might affect you, grab my Saturn in Scorpio eBook here.
Saturn in Scorpio and 2013
Since Saturn is retrograde in Scorpio until mid-year, the first six months of 2013 have a slower, steadier, deeper tone. Given Jupiter is in Gemini, you’re either flitting around like a butterfly, staying on the surface of things (Jupiter in Gemini), or you’re involved in an intense – and private – confrontation with truth.
July is a month of change. Saturn returns to forward movement and Jupiter enters Cancer. It’s all about feelings then, but Jupiter in Cancer is more focussed and productive than Jupiter in Gemini.
With Saturn moving forward again from July, the introspective tone of early 2013 changes, supporting external shifts that honour newly discovered truths.
What Does Saturn in Scorpio Feel Like?
Heavy. Slow. Diligent. Deep.
Under Saturn in Scorpio, you must to do things correctly, in the right order and with absolute honesty.
This can mean slowing down to ensure a current project is done as thoroughly as possible (even if this means it takes longer than you’d planned.)
It also suggests admitting to yourself something you’ve suspected for a long time. This might include being honest about what’s not working, or what you’ve outgrown. It can also mean accepting your deep desire to commit to something more substantial.
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Saturn in Scorpio and You
You’re especially sensitive to Saturn in Scorpio’s current retrograde if you’re birthday is between:
– January 24 – February 1
– April 24 – May 3
– July 27 – August 5
– October 27 – November 5
Even if you don’t have planets between 4 – 11 Scorpio, or are born in the dates listed above, the early part of Scorpio connects to one area of life, through the houses.
It’s this area of life where you need to slow down and dig for buried treasure. Try some DIY astrology at www.astro.com to discover which house Saturn in Scorpio influences for you. (Or, you could try my Yearly House Planner report.)
Effort and Reward
Saturn rewards effort over time and there’s no easy way to get quick results now. Rather, accepting that good work takes good time, means you’ll work with, rather than against, Saturn.
Saturn’s now been in Scorpio for six months – how are you experiencing this energy? Which house is it for you?