Neptune (symbol ♆) is logically the planet of Pisces. Like all planets, it can influence our lives when it decides to cross our sign. But, this is not common because its cycle of revolution lasts 165 years! This planet refers to dreams, inner feelings and spirituality. Neptune’s influence in astrology corresponds to inspiration and intuition.
If in astronomy, we are satisfied with the eight planets of the solar system, astrology is more open-minded sinceit counts ten stars. In reality, the eight planets which are familiar to us (Earth, Mercury, Venus, Mars, Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus and Neptune) to which are added two stars that we know even better, the moon and the sun.
Neptune, the planet of Pisces
Each planet is associated with one or more signs:
- Neptune, planet of Piscescorresponds to dreams, inspiration and spirituality.
- Uranus, ruled by Aquariusis generally related to changes, creation or destruction.
- Pluto, ruled by the Scorpioevokes rebirth and new beginnings
- Mercury, planet of Gemini and some Virginsymbolizes communication and travel.
- Venus, ruled by the Taurus and the Balanceis of course the planet of feelings and love.
- Mars, associated with RAM and secondary planet of Scorpiorepresents protection and movement.
- Jupiter, ruled by the Sagittariusacts on success or failure, optimism and confidence.
- Saturn, associated with Capricornsymbolizes integrity and responsibility.
- The moonassociated with Cancersymbolizes femininity, imagination and the unconscious.
- Finally, the sun, star of the Lionrepresents our inner world and our relationships with others.
Associated with the water element, Neptune is the ruling planet of Pisces, individuals who stand out for their imagination and their inspiration, but who sometimes fall into vain illusions, far from reality.
It’s a so-called “slow” planet which takes an infinite time to cross the constellations. Think about it, the duration of its cycle (to go through the 12 signs of the zodiac) is about 165 years. She therefore remains approximately 14 years in each astrological sign.
The position of a planet in an astral chart is significant in several areas of life and daily life. Its influence can be positive or negative. according to the constellations of the zodiac it crosses.
Neptune in astrology
In Roman mythology, Neptune (Poseidon in the Greek Pantheon) is the god of navigation, earthquakes, storms, and especially the sea god. He protects sailors; It is therefore normal that the planet of the same name is associated with the sign of Pisces and the element water.
Neptune evokes dreams, thoughts and inner feelings. When it exerts a positive influence, the planet stimulates instinct, brilliant intuition, analytical finesse and the capacity for reasoning. It can also boost fame and fame.
When Neptune rules in a natal chart or a horoscope, it can be deduced that the person has both a fertile imagination and a rich inner life (on the spiritual or emotional level). This planet is inspiring, so it is very favorable to artists. Conversely, it can have a negative influence when it retrogrades…
When Neptune Goes Retrograde
When a planet changes the direction of its course in the sky, it is said to come into retrograde phase. First, it slows down, then stagnates in the same place and finally begins to move in reverse. Often retrograde phases bring out the negative aspects of the planets.
The planet Neptune retrogrades every year for about five months, which is considerable. During this period, one may feel a lack of inspiration and a lot of confusion. We lose the sense of reality, we sometimes enter a melancholic or nostalgic state and we run the risk ofgo from disillusion to disillusion. In some extreme cases, Neptune can also announce personality disorders or addictive behaviors.
