Mars retrograde 2012
From JANUARY 23 through APRIL 14 2012, the planet Mars will be in retrograde motion. This period is inappropriate for activities requiring the normal flow of Mars initiative. Using the constructive aspects of these transits, it is an excellent time to reinforce some aspect of our lives. This will be shown by the House position of this transit.
When Mars is retrograde, it depletes the vitality so that it is never a time to initiate. Whoever initiates loses— a new project, a great love, an argument, a lawsuit, or an international war. With a new project, it will fizzle out and never really go anywhere. With a hot romance, it too fizzles and it rarely gets to the alter. With an argument, the hostility will come back to haunt you later. In legal matters, stoke your opponent into initiating the lawsuit first. It will be etched in granite that they will lose. In an international war, whoever fires first will automatically lose or ultimately withdraw. Matters commenced while Mars is retrograde will be frustrated and plagued with disruptions until they finally fizzle out. At this time, people become irritated when activities do not run smoothly. The anger may disrupt indirectly and inappropriately – like getting a traffic ticket when you feel annoyed with your job.
During this cycle, never buy anything mechanical unless it is heavily insured! Office machinery and computers easily break down. A friend who owned a word processing service found this period to always be a disaster. During one retrograde cycle, the printer, the back-up printer and the rented printer all failed to work. When they finally got one that worked, the mailing labels printed but there was no ink! I often notice that the world needs a brake job when Mars in retrograde.
Those who have Aries or Scorpio strong in their horoscopes are dramatically affected by this shift in direction of their natural ruler. For Arians, they find themselves being less aggressive, less pushy and less impatient to have THEIR WAY in a situation. Both Mars-ruled types find themselves more inclined to sit back and review matters in a more detached or impersonal way. They feel more patient to wait on circumstances to unfold before they take action. These individuals may not recognize the anger they feel inside. They may express an unusual passiveness while under fire because they need too much processing time before they can retaliate. Only when Mars turns direct can they move the Mars energy forward.
For those who are NOT ruled by Mars, it may feel quite differently. They may feel more impatient to force matters to a conclusion, to get a project going or to take immediate action. This would be an unwise course of action! Remember, initiating or impulsively taking action will not work to your favor.
In GOOD DAYS ACTION PLANNING GUIDE, Mary Shea describes an ideal way to handle Mars retrograde. “You go back over situations (either in your mind or in reality), doing things again and again while making corrections in the way you handle events. While Mars is retrograde, you will be reviewing the way you handle anger, self-defense, self-motivation and sexual relationships… outward anger or conflicts may not be appropriate.” She rightfully feels that using passive-aggressive techniques, manipulation, arbitration or subtle power plays may be more appropriate at this time. “If you are normally non-assertive, you may be forced to defend yourself. Whatever your tactics, you must give thought to what you are doing. If your tactics do not work or they are inappropriate to the situation, your anger will continue to build while Mars is retrograde. You can expect the anger to manifest full-blown by the time Mars turns direct. If you have seriously wronged or angered another with…acts of aggression, you can expect the backlash as Mars turns direct.”
When the 1997 Retrograde got underway in Libra and Virgo, I noticed that non-aggressive types seemed to now be intolerant of lazy people who waste their time. They were not willing to take action and eliminate the non-essential personnel. One Pisces man felt that it was a bad time for employees when it was actually a time when he had grown intolerant of intolerable work practices by irresponsible workers. In 1999, with Mars in Scorpio and Libra, I met many people from my past, people whom I had not seen in a long time. The connections were temporary. I found myself dealing with manipulative emotional outbursts in others but I reacted with calmness and just listened to what they had to say. In 2001, there were daily accidents on our Beltway, tying up traffic for miles. Other cities reported the same. McVeigh’s execution was postponed exactly as Mars went Retrograde which put the spotlight on John Doe #3 and #4 and a possible cover-up conspiracy.
When Mercury went Retrograde with Mars, a US and a British missile crashed upon launching. In 2003, at its Station, there was an unsuccessful coup in the Philippines. There were many terrorists bombings, including the bombing of the UN headquarters in Baghdad. There were several oustings, referendums and resignations of political leaders during this cycle.
CRITICAL DATES: none
ATTENTION: There is a much longer article on mars Retrograde under Retrogrades 2012. Check this out.
Dec 4, 08:20 AM
Unlike Mercury Retrograge, Mars R does not always have a strong impact on individuals – unless Mars R hits something in your chart…and only in combination with other transits only.
In my father’s chart, the Jupiter-Pluto conjunction is sitting on his IC and square the Asc. Mars R is approaching his 10th House Pluto.
On December 3, a huge branch (100 feet long and 18 inches wide) fell on his truck and destroyed it completely.
Nothing like this was happening in my chart so I had pulled my car up further in the driveway so that it was untouched.
Since he does not need to use the truck, I told him to wait until February when Mars is Direct before purchasing another truck. Mars R is not good for purchases that are mechanical.
It is not good for initiating a new project because the energy fizzles when Mars goes direct.
You can go through a Mars R and not experience anything but, if there are a lot of hits to your chart, something assocaited with Mars activities will go awry.
Mars was R while I was traveling in Europe (I just returned). Because I chose a great day to start my trip (November 7 – the Moon was making good aspects and I had a favorable transit to my Nodes, always favoring changes of any type).
There were so many mishaps connected with Mars R — train strikes, train and plane breakdowns, all types of mechanical problems and accidents that occurred around me but I was never affected by any of these events.
So, if you need to initiate something while Mars in R, choose a good “electonal” date — a date when the Moon is making all favorable aspects before it leaves the sign. I give this information in my monthly column.
Dec 5, 06:19 AM
Why is the date of conception not important in a chart?
In my medical astrology research, I use the PreNatal Epoch horoscope. It is considered a conception chart and I use it as a chart for the physical body. This chart indicates vulnerable areas for the physical body. These patterns are actually shown in the natal chart but the PNE tells me that this is a congenital pattern or a pattern active during gestation. For example, in childhood IBS (Irritable Bowel Syndrome), there are usually afflictions between the Cardinal signs and the Moon is usually afflicting Mars. This same pattern shows up in the PNE chart as well. This indicates to me that the family tensions were occurring during the gestation period. By the waym, the 6th House in the natal chart is also an indicator of congenital weaknesses in the body. So, a conception chart is used. There are several methods for determining this (the Solar Fire program has these methods) astrologically. And, it denotes the chart for the physical body while the birth chart is the chart for the personality. Determining actual conception would be very difficult as it can occur long after intercourse. So, I am satisfied with the Bailey PNE. Thank you for writing. This was a very good question....Lynn KoinerMay 14, 06:58 PM
I travel to Europe every November. If I leave before Mercury or Mars turn Retrograde, I am OK. I also pick a day in which the Moon is not making any difficult aspects before leaving the sign it is in. I have already picked November 5 for my start date.
If you picked a good electional date and it is before the R, you will be fine.
Jan 16, 09:39 AM
In my personal experience, this Mars in Leo R has brought up a lot of anger issues. This can make for accidents as a way of releasing this energy.
I am just trying to keep my mouth shut and not say anything I regret. I am currently in a group in which a lot of anger issues are surfacing but not directly.
Praising people has helped with Mars in Leo. This has produced very positive results.
Feb 16, 04:33 PM
“I often notice that the world needs a brake job when Mars is in retrograde.”
Hence the massive Toyota brake recall. You’re a prophet Lynne!
Feb 16, 05:58 PM
Your insight is brilliant! I wrote this article many years ago and I forgot all about it. My current car’s brakes need replacing now as well.
May 16, 05:48 PM
I have found that if Mars occupies either Aries, Scorpio, or Capricorn (its signs of rulership and exaltation), the effects of it being Retrograde are diminished.
One case of this is the online company bodybuilding.com. They have Mars Retrograde in Scorpio in their chart, and they expanded into a very big company over the years. Their forum is one of the most visited ones on the internet.
Aug 3, 02:14 PM
when mars rx is crossing over natal ascendant is virgo, what effects does it have?
Aug 4, 07:40 AM
Dahlia (8-2011): Basically, it would make you feel more agitated, irritatable and critical. This could lead to other ramifications if you did not keep centered, focused and exercise patience.
The transiting mars is strongest just behind the Ascendant, into the 12th House by 1 degree.
Dec 15, 09:23 AM SHADOW PERIOD (12-2011): The Shadow Period is a relatively modern “invention” in interpretation. I never use it. With Mars R or the other slow moving planets, it would almost always be Retro or Shadow.
Yes, if you do something just before Mercury or Mars turn retrograde, there can be a disruption when they do turn retrograde.
Dec 19, 11:12 PM
Hi Lynn,
I’ve read so many “negative” articles about Mars Retrograde. Let’s say you have a Major Project already in Motion but there are still many Building Blocks that have to be placed during the Rx period… Does that mean it’s a Losing Battle? How do you suggest Growing your Business during a Mars Rx, when waiting it out would be costly?Thanks
Dec 22, 11:02 AM
CLEO (12-2011): If a project is in motion, you need to use the positive qualities of Mars R.
In my article, I quote Mary Shea —
In GOOD DAYS ACTION PLANNING GUIDE, Mary Shea describes an ideal way to handle Mars retrograde. “You go back over situations (either in your mind or in reality), doing things again and again while making corrections in the way you handle events. While Mars is retrograde, you will be reviewing the way you handle anger, self-defense, self-motivation and sexual relationships… outward anger or conflicts may not be appropriate.” She rightfully feels that using passive-aggressive techniques, manipulation, arbitration or subtle power plays may be more appropriate at this time. “If you are normally non-assertive, you may be forced to defend yourself. Whatever your tactics, you must give thought to what you are doing. If your tactics do not work or they are inappropriate to the situation, your anger will continue to build while Mars is retrograde. You can expect the anger to manifest full-blown by the time Mars turns direct. If you have seriously wronged or angered another with…acts of aggression, you can expect the backlash as Mars turns direct.”
Dec 26, 06:31 PM
Hi,
I have read that Mars retrograde is not a good time to start anything new. That makes me feel a bit worried because I am likely to be starting new things – such as a job in when mars is retro.
In your article it says whoever initiates loses, but what if you don’t initiate and new things start happening? What is the likely outcome then?
Thanks :)
Dec 26, 07:33 PM
Hi Lynn,
What would happen if I started a new job before Mars Rx (for instance, if I began next week) or bought a vehicle?
Currently, I have anger issues and resentment towards my current employer because of their lack of flexibility and efficiency. The anger has caused high blood pressure and other ailements. I would like to change jobs, but worry that a new job might not work out that well.
Thank you,
Pi
Dec 27, 07:43 PM
BECA & PI (12-2011): You need to read the article again. It is not like Mercury R and starting jobs. Mars R affects mechanical things — there may be computer problems on the job.
In a new situation, try to be diplomatic as there may be anger issues around you.
When new things happen, just go with them. You did not initiate so do not worry about it.
Pi, be sure that you do not act upon your angry feelings or you could lose your job.
Jan 1, 07:02 PM
Hi,
After reading about the Mars Retrograde, I can’t help asking you the following question which is very important for me at the moment.
I’m a Cancer. I applied for an international residency program offered by a dance school approximately one and a half month ago and I learnt that I was admitted to the six-week-program with a scholarship two days ago. It takes place from the end of February till mid-April in France. Naturally it is a very exciting opportunity for me but it also makes me a little bit nervous because I’m not a professional dancer.
I applied to the program mostly with theoretical interests but the content of the program changed in recent weeks. It might mean that there will be more practice and I might be required to show a high level of technical competence or a lot of experience with choreography. This is my guess, not something they told me about. I am very excited about the program and the school but since I don’t have much practical experience, I worry about the possible disappointing results of this program for me and for them especially with the mars retrograde. Do you think my worries might turn out to be true? Should I even think of declining the offer?
Thank you,
L.
Jan 2, 06:01 AM
Is this period an ok time to get plastic surgery?
Jan 2, 08:43 AM
LEYLA (1-2012): I wrote to her privately with suggestions since this question is really best for Horary Astrology, the chart for when a question is asked. Just looking at Mars R, would not give a good answer.
VAL: Since this is electional, I would not choose Mars R.
In 1988, I had a terrible accident and broke my foot off. Mercury and Mars were both Retrograde. The reattachment went perfectly!
Jan 2, 12:30 PM
Is it okay to move during a Mars retrograde?
Is it okay to reveal that I am pregnant with Mars going retrograde in a couple weeks? Let’s just say it is bad timing for me to be getting pregnant and was completely unexpected and I am not sure when is best to tell my family, but it will have to be within the next few weeks, because I will be showing sooner than later.
Thanks much!
Jan 2, 12:46 PM
CRYSTAL (1-2012): January 12 is a good day in general. If you wish no reaction, pick a day when the Moon is Void of Course.
When you do something when the Moon is VOC, people just do not react, generally speaking. It has nothing to do with the long-term relationship but just their reaction at the time that you tell them. Years ago, when I was in a long-term relationship with a cheap Capricorn, I used the VOC to tell him that I bought a xerox type copier for printing my newsletters. He had no reaction and then, when he saw the copier in the basement (where I ran it), I told him that I had told him a couple of months earlier -- he still did not react and all was fine. I am older now and I would never tolerate something disapproving of how I spent my money. So, do not worry about using the VOC period.You can move when Mars is retrograde.
Jan 2, 05:52 PM
Hi Lynn,
What would it feel like to have the Mars retrograding through your 8th house stellium (reversing thru Moon, Mars+Sun, Mercury)? My 8th house represents mostly my stock investment (joint finance), and it has been quite bad in 2011. Is it just going to turn from bad to worse?
Thanks.
Nathan
Jan 3, 08:32 PM
Hi, I was born with Mars retrograde in Taurus in the eighth house… I’ve always thought it had a lot to do with my personality and relationships. I don’t like to be aggressive when dealing with people or situations, yet at the same time feel that I am fulling capable of commanding and running things. Furthermore, Mars is in opposition with Mercury in Scorpio in the 2nd house. This Mercury is an outlier in a Stellium involving Venus, Neptune, my sun and Jupiter in the first house in Scorpio. How do you think the upcoming Mars retrograde may play out for someone with this sort of basis?
Thanks and best wishes for the New Year 2012. Dawn
Jan 3, 08:41 PM
So I’ve been without a car since July of 2011, and now I am fed up and really want to buy a car at the beginning of this month! Is this Mars’ impulsive, assertive nature wanting to act before it’s ‘too late’ and turns retro?
Jan 4, 07:45 AM
NATHAN (1-2012): It is impossible to make a financial prediction with just Mars Retrograde. This requires a much broader view of your horoscope. I do have a long Mars R article that I need to write up which may offer more help. Mars R is good for reorganizing and cleaning up an area of your life, such as finances. A financial advisor may help you do this with Mars R in your 8th House.
AURORA: Telling me where your planets are does not mean anything to me. I cannot visualize your chart. You did give a good description of Mars R. Mars will be retrograde in Virgo so it will favorably aspect your Scorpio planets. This Retrograde can be use positively to restructure some aspect of your life, usually shown by the Mars R house position.
RAYNE: Pick a good day astrologically before Mars turns R. January 12-13 are the best dates.
Jan 7, 01:00 AM
Hello,
In my natal chart I have Mars stationary (D) in Scorpio 4th House. I also have Saturn retrogade in Scorpio 4th House. I am planning on moving by the end of February, however my family thinks I am making a mistake and is trying to stop me. Will this be a good decision to make or should I wait till when Mars goes direct?
Jan 7, 08:41 AM
KATERINA (1-2012): Telling me that natal Mars D and Saturn R in Scorpio are in your 4th House tells me nothing about what is going on in your chart.
Frankly, I think a horary chart for the question of “Should I move?” would be more helpful (a chart calculated for the time that you ask a question).
When the transiting Saturn enters your 4th, changes will definitely commence in your home and work environment.
Look for favorable Saturn transits for the move, pick a good electional day (I will add these for February and March now) to move and you should be fine.
Jan 7, 09:29 AM
Transiting Saturn is in my 4th house and trine with my natal Sun, Mercury and Venus all in 11th house. So these aspects show that I won’t regret this decision of mine to move. And, hopefully transiting Jupiter in Gemini (my sign) in 2012 will draw a better picture for me.
Jan 9, 08:35 AM
I may be the weird one here…but part of me is kinda excited about this retrograde. I need some time to get things situated before I start making some drastic changes (have transiting Saturn entering my sign in October), and I guess I feel that this Mars is going to help me straighten out some things.
Pretty much all of my planets are in the 7th and 8th house (5 Scorpio Planets) respectively with a couple in 9, 10, 11…and I have Mars retrograding in my 6th house ruled by Virgo so I’ve been on this kick of really refreshing my nutrition and exercise that I started back in November but Mercury RX got in the way with the holidays and I was like screw it give me those Christmas Cookies and the egg nog! Haha! Fortunately the weight I gained was lost already :)
Considering that we only have to deal with these Mars Retrogrades every 2 years instead of 3 times a year like Mercury I think the challenges should be welcoming. I like to think that there is never a bad “aspect” in astrology just the way that there are no bad tarot cards. The message or the aspect may not be the greatest, but it’s the decisions you make that determine how you come out of it; free will.
Jan 9, 09:58 AM
BRETT & ALL: I have an article under Retrogrades, a much longer article on Mars R. I cannot seem to get it onto the Homepage where everyone can see it…but it is under Retrogrades 2012 — Everything You Ever Wanted to Know About Mars R.
Jan 10, 06:12 PM
Hello—
We are trying to conceive a baby, and it looks like my most fertile ovulation date is February 14th, 2012 when Mars will still be Retrograde. Is conceiving a baby considered a “new” endeavor that is not supported as well during Mars Retrograde?
Thank you!
Jan 10, 07:12 PM
BLUE (1-2012): Women definitely can get pregnant when Mars is Retrograde!!!!
Jan 12, 12:39 AM
My birthday is 28 February 1958, I have been aletred by an astrologists that I stand to be afftected in a great way by Jupiter Retrograte and the dates are: January 26 – February 22, 2012.
I would be very interested in your views.
thanks
Jan 12, 04:45 AM
HEVA 91-2012): THIS IS A HOAX!!!
Jan 13, 08:14 PM
I understand,that Mars retrograde is not a good time for a surgery.What about Cortizone shots and medical treatment,which I am receiving via IV.If I want a better rezult,do I need try to postpone them?I also want to know if Botox can be under influence of Mars retrograde too?
Jan 14, 07:52 AM
YELENA (1-2012): Mars is not good for ELECTIONAL surgery but I have had emergency surgery with Mars and Mercury R that turned out beautifully.
You NEED cortizone so this is not electional. Boxtox can wait. I list Good Days on my home page.
There is another Mars R article which is much longer on this website. Read that one too.
Jan 14, 09:03 AM
My sun and ascendant sign is aries. I am really keen to move on with my career, and apply for new positions. Infact, I am starting to get very desperate to get promoted because its been a while since I have received a raise. Should I accept new positions if I get it, or should I wait?
I note my jupiter is also in my 2nd house this year.
Jan 14, 09:08 AM
AKI (1-2012): There is no way that I can tell what is going on in your chart to give advice.
You cannot put your life on hold for the 3 months while Mars is R.
There is a longer article on this website about Mars R that no one looks at. Look here for more information.
Send out resumes and let us know what happens…it certainly will not be terrible.
Jan 14, 07:29 PM
Hi Lynn,
I was planning on giving a month’s notice to leave work on the 1/21 or 1/28. I hesitate now that I see Mars will station over my natal Pluto (22’14 Virgo) placed in the 8th house DOB (3-Sep-68). I want to stay home with my young daughter for a year or two. Issues at work have been deteriorating over the past 3 years and I feel that now is the time to make a move. Appreciate your thoughts on this subject —
Jan 19, 11:32 PM
Hello Lynn,
I am Leo (july 30,1973).
So my thought or question is this, there is someone I really like and I would love to get to know him better and hopefully a solid romance will come out of it. I should probably wait for the Mars in R to be over with to start anything?
Or maybe hope that he initiates?
Sally
Jan 20, 02:52 AM
I have a huge tax bill to deal with and I have to go in and negotiate payment details with my ward office. I was wondering If I should do that when their is voc or make sure that I do it before the mars retro?
I have my mars in virgo 14d in a stellium with uranus 14d and pluto 16 d conjuct my 2nd house cusp.
They are all square my sun in sag at 15 d but otherwise they make good aspects to all my other planets. Like my venus in scorpio at 14 d conjunct my natal ic cusp, my neptune in scorpio is close conjunction to my natal venus at 18d, also this is part of a grand kite pattern in my own chart with the apex of the chart conjunct my natal jupiter in taurus which conjuncts my natal mc but it is retrograde. This is also connects with my natal moon in cap at 18 d.
I know I messed up. Everything last year was overwhelming with the Fukushima Power Plant Explosion and the Earthquake.
What do you think Lynn?
Jan 20, 09:10 AM
JODY (1-2012): Check my GOOD DATES. Today, the 20th, is a good day until 4:50pm EST.
SALLY W: Do not initiate an INTIMATE relationship while Mars is Retrograde — that is, do not have sex during the retrograde period!
MICHELLINE: Negotiations can be good with Retrogrades but NOT VOID OF COURSE. VOC means that nothing happens so you have wasted your time.
Jan 20, 11:02 PM
Help I getting skylights put in on Jan. 23, is it going to fail?
Jan 22, 04:44 PM
May have surgery during February 2012, Mars retrograde. This is surgery I must have, but I am initiating it. Will this hip replacement be successful.
Jan 22, 05:05 PM
Hi Lynn,
Ask about hip replacement. Thought I’d give my dob. 8/30/51.
Virgo/Leon Moon/Virgo rising. Thanks for your insight.
Jan
Jan 22, 06:39 PM
The last mars retrograde – i suffered from some anxiety (to the point of really feeling it in the stomach), and felt less brave than usual –
and fell into behaving in ways that were more passive that usual, to the point where it had me struggling to comprehend it, such was the difference at times.
and once again – seems to have kicked in in the last few days, – but not usually the norm for me at all,
is this a common feature of a mars retro?
(my natal mars is in Aries. guess maybe the strength of that is then depleted – at the time of this cycle.)
Jan 23, 11:25 AM
hello lynn
,what about contacting an old and important romance with mars retro would that work?
thank you
Jan 23, 11:35 AM
JAN (1-2012): If it is a necessary surgery, then by all means do it. Pick a good day listed on my homepage.
MARY LANGE: I have no idea. Let us know what happens. Repairs are often good with Mars R. I have having major repairs in my kitchen while Mars is R.
SEAN: No, this is not typical of Mars R. There must be other outer planet transits affecting you.
“A”: This works better with Venus R. Go for it and let us know what happened.
PLEASE READ MY OTHER ARTICLE ON MARS R on this website. It is much longer.
Jan 23, 12:25 PM
If I have a Program I am working on to launch soon, do I need to wait to do so after April 14? How can I ensure success despite Mars in R?
Jan 23, 12:28 PM
Hi Lynn,
My partner and I have been talking about getting pregnant. We had our consultation early January and meeting with doctor on Jan 12th.
I immdiately scheduled my first exam for February 1st to remove my IUD. Since we have to look into getting assistance to get pregnant, should we wait until after the retrograde period is over?
I am a 43 year old scorpio who is running out of time for getting pregnant but don’t want to jeopardize my chances of success.
Thanks
Jan 23, 04:13 PM
I have a male friend with stationary ® Mars in his 1st house, 25th degree of Leo. He is very prone to head injuries while engaging in sports. Should he be esp careful in this Mars retro period? Also – what is the general meaning of this natal position for Mars? His Mars is also a planet that sits on the east rim of his bowl-shaped chart. Some would call his Mars a leading planet for each new life cycle… Another rim is Jupiter (in opposition to Mars).
Also wondering about Mars R transit exactly over my natal Mercury. I have a small court claim hearing on Feb 1st.. Should I postpone? I also noticed unusually reflective qualities in my thinking… all in the past week…
Any insights?
Thanks!
Jan 24, 01:37 AM
Hello, I understand that legal matters if initiated during Mars R will surely fizzle or fail. I had child custody and support papers filed Jan 7th with the court house but have not yet served them to my ex-partner. We are now retrograde, if I serve him now is that considered initiation or was Jan 7th? Suggestions?
Thank you!!
Jan 24, 09:59 AM
YOUR PURPOSE (1-2012): Only your natal chart with the outer planet transits and progressions can tell the success of your project. A horary chart, the chart for a question, can be helpful as well. Personally, I would wait for a good day after Mars turns Direct…good days are listed on my homepage.
BUT, just using a good day does not always guarantee the success that you seek. Your natal chart will tell this OR the horary chart.
“B”: Do not put your life on hold with Mars R. I probably would not start InVitro with Mars R but, as I have posted earlier, people do get pregnant when Mars is R.
LB: Your questions are too complicated to answer on this website. Mars is always very strong when it is Station. A Stationary planet in the natal chart is always the most powerful planet in the chart. One must find positive ways of using the planet, in this case, Mars. However, if not used properly, it causes health and physical problems.
I cannot make an evaluation of your court cause by simply analyzing Mars R on your natal Mercury. You could do a simple horary chart for yourself — calculating a chart for the time and place that you ask the question — What is the outcome of this lawsuit? Look to see which ruler is elevated higher (towards the MC). The 1st Ruler is YOU and the 7th Ruler is the other person. This will tell who wins.
ALEISHA: You can do a horary using astro.com for the same type of question — who will win? You cannot wait to serve the papers until Mars turns direct. Pick a good day listed on my homepage.
Jan 24, 06:07 PM
Hi Lynn
I am due to have my second baby March 19th 2012 right in the middle of Saturn, Mars & Mercury all retrograde ( not happy about this but unavoidable!) – I will almost certainly be induced for this birth and wonder if there is a preferable date(s) for this to happen.
Many thanks
Z
Jan 24, 07:48 PM
I have drawn up a debt management plan and I would like to propose it to my creditors. I read what you said about Marx Rx being good to sort out finance, but also that its not a time to initiate. I am concerned they may refuse to freeze my interest if i initiate now. Would it be best to wait till Mars goes forward. Thank you for your assistance. J x
Jan 24, 11:13 PM
I am aquarius how am i effected by this timeline. Well on the 23 i looked for a house and i got it . With a friend of mine she is scorpio her phone broke down and she was a little bit under the planetary influx but i have somehow overridden it .
ANy suggestions ideas .
Im 15 feb 1969
Blessings
RA
Jan 25, 11:48 AM
I started a process of creating an affidavit to gain more access to my son. Will being in retrograde affect the outcome?
Thanks so much for your time.
Jan 25, 12:52 PM
ZOE (1-2012): Your baby will be born under the aspects that exactly fit his/her personality – there is nothing that you can do to change this. Usually with Mars R, the family has a history of not handling anger properly. Physical outlets and sports will be very helpful to the developing personality.
Hello Lynn: You need to submit it on one of the good days which I mention on my homepage.
RA: I have no clue what you are asking. Be specific and as it pertains to the article. Also, read the longer article on Mars R on this website.
MIKE: There is no way any astrologer can answer this question simply because Mars is R. You might follow the instructions for a horary question as I mention in #52 for LB.
Jan 25, 04:46 PM
HI, I hope you can answer this question…my car is very close to dead…I saw a newish car, lo miles, etc. on CL, and contacted the owner before mars went retrograde. Before I could get down to where he was, someone said they would buy the car. It fell through, and now he has contacted me during mars retro. Do the rules for getting the car still apply? The car was in an accident with an elk before, but the damage has been fixed… I just don’t know if i can make it another 3 months or so without another car…thx
Jan 25, 05:06 PM
ALWYN: I guess that you have to do what you have to do but pick a good day from my homepage to be sure.
Jan 26, 05:20 AM
didn’t work out , he wanted sex and he is married with kids problem is i am so in love
Jan 26, 06:49 AM
I am wondering if its OK to get pregnant during a Mars rx
Jan 26, 06:50 AM
I am wondering if its OK to get pregnant during a Mars rx
What are the downslides and what are the benifits?
Jan 26, 09:12 AM
TO EVERYONE ABOUT PREGNANCY: I am constantly answering this same question — Mars R in itself has nothing to do with getting pregnant.
It is your natal chart that counts. You must look at the aspects in your natal chart.
NOTE: On February 1, I will start to delete many of these posts as it is getting too long and people rarely read the posts anyway.
Feb 2, 04:15 PM
Hi Lynn,
I just experienced my first Mars retrograde on my Moon in 8th house. I originally thought that it had something to do with my investment as in post #21. However, it turned out that moon had to do with my wife and how much she spends frivolously per month. My wife had Mars retrograde conjunct Pluto at about the same time. We had a really big fight about everything, although from my side, it was more of reserved (retrograde) aggression (Mars). I guess Moon in my case represented my inner/family life. The next retrograde Mars transit will be on both my and my wife’s Sun. Looks like it could be another big ego fight, although it is also possible that I finally decide to take some big action in balancing my investment portfolio. I always wonder how much free will can control the outcome. I even warned my wife last December that I won’t be in a good mood this coming Mars conjunct Moon. I’m glad that the fight seemed to turn a corner after two transits. But there will be the last direct transit later this year.Nathan