The planet of luck and gain turns retrograde

 

Jupiter turns retrograde July 28-November 23^rd for a period of about 4 months as it does every year. This year, it will begin its retrograde in Aries and move back into Pisces on October 29^th, so the planet of luck and gain will retrograde through two signs. Jupiter entered its pre retrograde ‘shadow’ period on May 4^th and  will remain in its ‘direct shadow’ period until February 14^th, 2023.  The shadow period of any retrograde simply means the planetary energy is adjusting and changing to either begin a retrograde or go back to normal after a retrograde.

 

Astrologers refer to Jupiter as the ‘greater benefic’. Jupiter bestows abundance and material success, luck and good fortune, joy and positivity. Some of its qualities include benevolence, a love of justice, kindness, gain and generosity. While Jupiter’s negative qualities are seldom mentioned they are typically associated with the belief luck and expansion can go on forever, expanding too fast, over indulging, overspending or blowing things out of proportion.

 Jupiter’s retrograde does not mean we will be without luck but during this time we will focus more on personal inner growth rather than those things that are outside of ourselves and material growth. Jupiter’s retrograde is not a negative aspect as it helps us work on issues concerning personal happiness, money and success which can be implemented when it turns direct again. Some may hardly notice the retrograde of Jupiter as it has a very subtle affect.

If you have been working at accomplishing something with no real structure or plan for getting there this will be the time to step back and look at the bigger picture. It does not mean loss, but is more akin to working smartly instead of hard, and directing your actions along the most profitable and fortuitous lines.

You may encounter some type of detour or correction during the four month retrograde depending on where Jupiter is transiting in your personal chart. You may question many things philosophically and your viewpoint on some things could change as you seek deeper truths and greater meaning in all you do at this time.

In addition to money and finances Jupiter rules courts/judiciaries lawyers, foreigners, and foreign places, education, religion, medicine, and spirituality. All of these things can shift in some way and we will see these matters play out in the world and our personal lives.

While Jupiter is retrograde in Aries we will be focused more on our own personal desires, goals and activities and what changes we can make to further our own agenda. Mars is the ruler of Aries, and Mars is all about taking action and moving forward. It’s possible you could be presented with some type of moral dilemma, so choosing the right path should not be rushed.

After October 29^thwhen Jupiter moves back into Pisces the energies will shift considerably as Pisces is the natural ruler of the 12^th house of things that are hidden or secret. Pisces planetary rulers are Jupiter and Neptune and Neptune rules creativity, spirituality, and compassion.

We may feel a bit confused as Jupiter retrogrades in this sign as Neptune is also connected with illusion, delusion and confusion. The beginning of Jupiter’s return to Pisces can be quite noticeable because of the huge shift in energy between these two signs.

We must guard against being overly optimistic, and view things as they really are, not as we want or hope for them to be. We need to be aware of scammers, con artists and the like, along with others who may try and deceive us, and this can include self deception. This is truly a time to keep your feet planted firmly on the ground and check out all information especially if it involves money or some type of commitment. Sacrificing oneself and personal beliefs to accommodate another person seldom works out well, but this often happens with planets in the sign Pisces. This who are prone to alcohol or substance abuse may have a much harder time during Jupiter’s retrograde in Pisces. On a higher note, Jupiter in Pisces may feel as though your faith is restored and you can be at one with the universe once again.

Jupiter/Pisces is associated with the 9^th house of ideas, travel, education, publishing, world view and religious or philosophical viewpoints. Our personal world views may expand or change along with a potential yearning for travel and faraway places. Jupiter’s retrograde in Pisces will be a time of inner reflection, creativity, compassion for ourselves and others, and for some a spiritual journey. Dreams may be vivid and you may feel as though your intuition is increasing. Jupiter will remain in Pisces until December 21^st when it re-enters Aries until May of 2023.