Pluto Retrograde April-September 2008
APRIL 2 through SEPTEMBER 8 2008
In the natal chart, Pluto tends to operate even more Plutonian when it is retrograde. It is far more intense, it possesses a higher degree of concentration and it, therefore, gives greater insights into the subconscious. Because of this intensity, the individual can see much more than normally possible and it is easy to become suspicious of the motives of others. The powers of regeneration are far greater when retrograde. People with a natal retrograde Pluto have a tremendous ability to overcome major illnesses that might otherwise cause permanent disability. Remember, retrograde motion is always directed toward inner activity such as the psyche or psychological patterns that affect the physical body. Direct motion, on the other hand, is directed towards external circumstances.
Under any Pluto transit, we feel pressured to eliminate and release the old, outworn, outdated and obsolete in our lives. When Pluto is transiting retrograde, we are urged to let go of attitudes, thinking or communication patterns, security drives, rigid emotions; a time to undergo an internal form of house cleaning. It is a good time to research into our own Souls in order to determine exactly what we do or do not need. Because Pluto retrograde imparts an intense power for investigation, we should use this time to assess what reoccurring patterns in our lives make us feel out of control, where and why do we continually give our power away, and under what circumstances do we react so defensively that we elicit attacks from others. Pluto retrograde marks a time wherein we should seek to gain greater control over our personal life; Pluto direct is better for gaining control over professional and financial areas. My most frequent observation of Pluto retrograde is that many people do seek some form of regenerative activity. I have seen people undertake a series of internal cleansings, detoxifying diets, Eastern disciplines that put them in touch with the inner self and even intense psychological reforms.
CRITICAL DATES:
PLUTO-MARS: AUGUST 16-17 2008 – Pluto- Mars be intense and even obsessive mentally. When afflicted, we are urged to resist external pressure, control or manipulation by others. Do not act under pressure.
PLUTO-VENUS: APRIL 6-7, JUNE 17-18 2008 – This indicates a need to change attitudes in relating. Money and relating can become complicated.
PLUTO-MERCURY: May 27-28, September 3 (critical as Pluto Stations now)
Do not say something you will regret.
Apr 1, 11:45 PM
October 23rd, 1985
1:33p
Henrico, VA
HELP ME.
Sun in Scorpio in 10th at 0 degrees and… 13 seconds?
Moon in Pisces in 2nd (this is killing me…)
Capricorn rising
Jupiter in Aquarius in 1st
Mars in Virgo
Venus in Libra
Chiron in Gemini
North Node in Taurus
Apr 2, 09:07 AM
I can only answer a specific question here about Pluto Retrograde. It sounds like you need a professional reading. If you still live in Henrico VA, there is an excellent astrological community there for lectures and professional consultations. Go to
www.geocosmic.org and look for the Richmond VA NCGR chapter.
Apr 2, 06:03 PM
Hi Lynn,
I have Venus conjunct Pluto in my natal chart and I’m wondering if this Retrograde Pluto is something I’ll notice affecting my life from now til September, cause that’s a long time!
Thanks for the insight,
Melody
Apr 7, 10:27 AM
I’ve natal Pluto rx in my 12th, actually all of the outer planets are rx in my chart. Natal Pluto is sextile Neptune rx in the 2nd, both inconjunct my 7th house Sun. Yup…the YOD formation, tightly orbed. Saturn rx in the 1st opp my Sun, of course, forms a Boomerang.
Your explanation of n Pluto rx is on target for me, friends often comment on my perceptions of others being on target, giving them a very different view than their own. Regeneration as well…I do tend to bounce back..no matter what!
Thanks for your insightful article.
Apr 11, 08:11 AM
Hello Sandra – If you click on GENERAL ASTROLOGY and scroll down, there is an entire article on Natal Retrograde Planets in the horoscope. I wrote this for a conference in Italy.
Having Pluto in my 12th House, I like this position as it has been very helpful with my astrological research. Retrograde is even better for the psychological observations.
That Sun as Apex of a Yod, especially in the 7th House, favors any type of counseling or consulting work, especially where you are showing the purpose and direction in the life of others.
Thank you for writing, Sandra…Lynn
May 3, 02:50 PM
Hi Lynn,
Thanx for your early replies…. what does pluto hold for me while it is in capricorn for another 16 years? especially in 2008,2009 and 2010.because these three years will be turning point in my life,professionally and personally…while pluto was in saggittarious for past 16 years,I had to learn hard facts of life,very fast ,very soon…now what ahead? can you give a personal reading about me and mail it to my email adress….Thanx in advance.your help is highly appreciated.