Retrograde Planets

Retrograde occurs when a planet seems to move backward in the sky from our perspective on Earth. This phenomenon is due to the varying speeds at which planets orbit the Sun. Although it's an optical illusion, in astrology, it is interpreted as a period of reversals, reflection, or disruption in the domains governed by the planet.

Effects of Each Planet in Retrograde

☿ Mercury Retrograde

• Effects: Communication issues, travel delays, tech glitches, misunderstandings.

• Duration: ~3 weeks, 3–4 times a year.

  
  

♀ Venus Retrograde

• Effects: Relationship tension, exes may return, financial reevaluation, self-worth issues.

• Duration: ~6 weeks, every 18 months.

♂ Mars Retrograde

• Effects: Low energy, frustration, slowed progress, conflict misfires, repressed anger.

• Duration: ~10 weeks, every 2 years.

♃ Jupiter Retrograde

• Effects: Inner growth, spiritual reflection, slowed luck or expansion, review of goals.

• Duration: ~4 months, once a year.

♄ Saturn Retrograde

• Effects: Reevaluate responsibilities, karmic lessons, delays in long-term goals.

• Duration: ~4.5 months, once a year.

♅ Uranus Retrograde

• Effects: Inner rebellion, unexpected inner shifts, revisiting outdated beliefs.

• Duration: ~5 months, once a year.

♆ Neptune Retrograde

• Effects: Illusions clear, spiritual reality checks, truth over fantasy.

• Duration: ~5–6 months, once a year.

♇ Pluto Retrograde

• Effects: Deep inner transformation, letting go of control, facing hidden power struggles.

• Duration: ~5–6 months, once a year.