In astrology, Mars is the planet of Aries and Scorpio. Like all planets, it can influence our lives when, approximately every 2 years, it decides to cross our sign. It symbolizes instinct and promotes the expression of our energies. The influence of Mars in astrology is such that it can help us turn our dreams and passions into concrete actions…
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.
Mars, the planet of Aries and Scorpio
Each planet is associated with one or more signs:
- Mars, associated with RAM and at Scorpiorepresents protection and movement.
- Jupiter, ruled by the Sagittariusacts on success or failure, optimism and confidence.
- Venus, ruled by the Taurus and the Balanceis of course the planet of feelings and love.
- Mercury, planet of Gemini and some Virginsymbolizes communication.
- Saturn, associated with Capricornsymbolizes integrity and responsibility.
- Neptune, planet of Piscesevokes dreams and spirituality.
- Pluto, ruled by the Scorpioevokes rebirth and new beginnings.
- Uranus, ruled by Aquariusis generally related to changes, creation or destruction.
- The moon, associated 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 fire elementthe planet March is linked to the signs of Aries and Scorpio. It is also linked to spring which, it is normal, begins in the month of… March.
It’s a so-called “fast” planet which crosses the constellations in a short time. But the duration of his cycle (to go through the 12 signs of the zodiac) is irregular. It is around two years (about 600 days). It therefore changes signs every six to seven weeks but can sometimes stay several months in the same constellation.
The position of a planet in an astral chart is significant in several areas of life and daily life. Its influence can thus be positive or negative depending on the constellations of the zodiac it crosses.
Mars in astrology
In Roman mythology, March (Ares in the Greek Pantheon) is a major god. He is the god of fights and soil protection. These traits are evidently found in the influence of Mars in astrology.
The sense of combat is logically found in the energy of Mars which symbolizes strengthaction, conquest but also risk taking and entrepreneurship. It also evokes more negative emotions such as anger, violence and impulsiveness.
We also associate the planet Mars with virility and impulses, energies that need to be mastered. So when Mars crosses your sign, it can cause you to get out of your comfort zone and to exceed your limits (for better but also for worse).
When Mars 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.
Mars Retrograde Intervenes every two years approximately and lasts for 80 days. On a personal level, when Mars retrogrades, energy is uncontained and actions are disordered. This can trigger tension, excess, disorder, and even anger. It’s not a good time but rather an invitation to calm and reflection to find a little serenity.
