Transits

The most popular method of astrological prediction is the one that uses the continuous progression of the planets as they transit the horoscope. The transits show the trends in our life brought about by circumstances that we face, and most astrologers see the effects of the transits in subtle terms, suggesting opportunities or hindrances. Particular attention is paid to changes of sign, or house, and to the aspects or angles the transiting planets make with the birth (natal) chart.

The readings predict the essence of changes and events, which may indicate opportunities or caution regarding certain activities and actions. Being aware of approaching transit aspects may prepare us to the time when we should move ahead, or react cautiously. However, they should not be used exclusively to base our decisions on, but as a tool to help make a balanced choice.

Transits are used for almost all types of astrological chart, including the Sun-sign horoscopes that appear in magazines and newspapers. However, not everyone responds to transiting planetary energies in the same way - some people are hardly aware of their motion whereas others are directly sensitive to change or movement.

The five personal planets (Sun, Moon, Mercury, Venus, and Mars) are used for daily or weekly predictions of an everyday nature as they move quickly through the zodiac. The slower moving five outermost planets (Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus, Neptune, and Pluto) are more important for major events and monthly or yearly analysis.

Transiting Sun

Transiting Sun lasts about 2 days and has an effect on health, energy and willpower in the area of life indicated by the natal planet, sign and house being transited.

Transiting Moon

Transiting Moon lasts only a few hours and mainly affects moods and feelings according to the planet, sign and house being transited.

Transiting Mercury

Transiting Mercury lasts a day or two. It can be a good time to write letters, e-mail, make phone calls and generally communicate with others, and may be a useful time for clearing up backlogs of correspondence, making short journeys or visits.

Transiting Venus

Transiting Venus lasts about 2 days, and usually indicates feelings of love and enjoyment in the social life. Sometimes the influence is financial through receiving gifts or money.

Transiting Mars

Transiting Mars energises the areas of life related to the natal planet being effected, which means the subject will be more energetic and be able to work harder than usual. However Mars can also promote anger and tension, so there is a need to watch the temper during a Mars transit, especially for transits with the moon.

Transiting Jupiter

Transiting Jupiter lasts a number of months and presents opportunities in the area of life involved by the aspected planet. Travelling, knowledge and new experiences are possible during this time. It can also be a period of expansion and opportunities for achieving success in business. Difficult aspects may lead to serious misjudgements and sheer bad luck.

Transiting Saturn

Transiting Saturn introduces a period of limitation, restriction, possible ill-health, low energy, depressive moods, death and general misfortune. However, it can also be a useful time for conserving energy, wise long-term planning, building up resources, study and the serious contemplation of life.

Transiting Uranus

Transiting Uranus introduces a period of unplanned, sudden drastic upheavals and changes. It is also a possible period of inspiration, creativeness, originality, unconventional and rebellious behaviour. There is often a greater desire for individuality, expression, freedom and new relationships.

Transiting Neptune

Transiting Neptune makes strange, confusing and chaotic happenings likely, but also great inspiration and creativity. Neptune dissolves emotions and ideas in the house or planet which is aspected. Spiritualization of the arena of life involved occurs , artistic practices, theatre, religious or spiritual experiences are possible at this time. Difficult aspects may stimulate neurotic, suicidal and mentally disturbed tendencies as well as over-involvement with alcohol or drugs.

Transiting Pluto

Transiting Pluto introduces a period of major transformation in the life-pattern. Pluto will transform, renew and revolutionize the ideas or emotions in the house or the planet which is aspected. It often marks the end of a 'chapter of experience' for the start of another. Deep psychological changes occur, cycles of either symbolic or real death and rebirth, obsessions, power conflicts and urges, fateful encounters and sexual issues.