It surely feels like the end of 2022 now that October is in full flow. There is a meme asking how you’re going to make the most of the last few months of the year every time you open a social media platform. Pressure is mounting.
Whether these messages encourage you to intensify your current fitness routine or raise your blood pressure and anxiety levels, it may be helpful to be aware of one of the year’s final major planetary events: Mars, the planet of action and energy, will go retrograde from October 30, 2022, to January 12, 2023, and the theme of the time will be slowing down rather than working hard.
Mercury retrogrades can disrupt communications, as you are probably aware, but Mars’ backspins are a little different. Mars retrograde might reduce your motivation and drain your energy instead of causing misunderstandings, technological problems, and transportation issues. While it’s understandable if that sounds like a complete nuisance, the astrological event is not without its advantages and lessons.
Here is your guide to taking full advantage of Mars’ retrograde in Gemini in 2022.
IMPLICATIONS OF MARS RETROGRADE First, a brief introduction to Mars and the significance of its retrograde motion. Mars is most known for igniting your motivation, fervor, vigor, and ability to act. Additionally, it is the planet of sex and aggressiveness. It influences the actions you take to achieve your goals and the ways in which you deal with and vent your anger. The planet affects how you get energized when it is traveling ahead (also known as direct or when it is not retrograde).
Let’s say that Mars is presently positioned in your sixth house of wellbeing. (At the moment, Capricorn is the rising/ascendant sign for those individuals. Simply check your birth chart to find which, if any, of your houses are ruled by Gemini.) In this scenario, you might have noticed that you’ve been feeling more energized lately (since August 20, to be exact) and eager to scale up your regular exercise routine as well as quench an increased thirst for information about it. Perhaps you’ve been exchanging information with pals about their weekly routines or utilizing a new app to keep up with your favorite mindfulness or strength training routines.
However, the planet of action, activity, and aggression moves retrograde almost every two years — specifically, 26 months — which causes Mars to appear to be going backward from an Earth-based perspective. The planets in our solar system typically appear to pass across the stars from west to east. However, every now and again, they start to appear to be travelling from east to west instead, which is referred to as an apparent retrograde motion, according to the National Aeronautics and Space Administration .
The planets’ speeds, positions, and rates of rotation around the sun all play a role in this optical illusion. Mars covers almost half a degree per day as it passes through the signs. This implies that it stays in each sign for around two months. Additionally, it appears that Mars is travelling backwards when it passes Earth in orbit. Mars is in retrograde motion for 9% of the year due to these two to two and a half month-long retrograde episodes. Mercury is in retrograde motion 18% of the time, in contrast.
You are prompted to look deep and consider how you have been carrying out the tasks of the planet Mars—finding drive, controlling wrath, and igniting your passions—during a Mars retrograde. These stages can be challenging at times, just like Mercury’s backspins, but they’re also intended to encourage introspection and, ultimately, self-improvement. You could discover that restorative activities (such deep breathing) are just as healthy for you as more strenuous exercises. Or you can come to the realization that the pace you’ve been keeping in your daily hustle is just unsustainable and needs to be altered to increase productivity and fortify your inner drive. Additionally, a Mars retrograde offers you the chance to deal with repressed anger that can be impeding your own development.
Mars direct may give you a boost of inner light and act as the accelerator you need to forge new paths. However, Mars’ retrograde motion allows you a chance to slow down and become more aware of what is truly worth pressing on with.
THEMES OF WELL-BEING FOR THE MARS RETROGRADE IN GEMINI IN 2022 Mercury is the ruling planet over the mutable air sign of Gemini, represented by the Twins. People with the Gemini zodiac sign are typically inquisitive, vivacious, unpredictable super communicators who flit from one activity to the next. Geminis are playful, intellectual, and adaptable people who value relationships and communication (sometimes to the point of indecision).
A Mars retrograde in Gemini may resemble a Mercury retrograde in that communication, especially that which is contentious, will undoubtedly be impacted. You won’t be as likely to rant and complain as you might ordinarily because the retrograde is pushing you to turn inside. Additionally, this could lead to increased passive-aggressive conduct.
Another thing that could force you to resolve a disagreement from the past is to talk about it. You might want to review previously acquired abilities because Gemini seeks for intellectual stimulation and educational chances.
Mars retrograde happens around every two years, although the planetary aspects, or weather, as you may say, fluctuate from year to year. This time, the primary point worth mentioning is: Mars’ opposition to Neptune, the planet of illusion and spirituality, in Pisces on November 19 can be tight but activating as it amplifies the possibility of misunderstanding and deception. The truth will be just out of reach in the days leading up to this difficult element, so you’d be advised to doubt any worrisome thoughts or anxiety-inducing messages you receive now.
HOW TO USE 2022’S MARS RETROGRADE TO YOUR ADVANTAGE This Mars retrograde provides an opportunity to reframe how you’re thinking about — and dealing with — interpersonal issues, learning opportunities, and self-expression, especially of your most ardent ideas and views. Buzzy Gemini is in charge of this astrological event. Here are a few strategies for making the most of Mars’ retrograde in 2022, regardless of your sign.
SET RESTORATIVE METHODS UPFOR PRIORITY Even though the planet of energy is compromised, maintaining your exercise regimen while the holidays are in full swing can be possible by adopting a less strenuous strategy. You’ll fare better if you pay attention to your body and think about what it needs rather than trying to complete a set amount of a particular sort of exercise each week. It’s possible that practicing some yin yoga postures or napping may be more beneficial than attending a taxing HIIT program.
ROUTINES FOR MENTAL AND PERSONAL HEALTH SHOULD BE CONSISTENT With Mars moving backward, it may be simpler to feel exhausted from the daily grind. As a result, focus on developing good habits that will support stress management and a robust immune system. To maintain mental and physical health, try taking up meditation, spending time with loved ones who make you smile, getting a massage, or eating foods high in nutrients.
ENSURE MINDFULNESS If you think about a certain objective, you could become so enthused that you can feel the adrenaline pumping through your veins. That kind of fervor fits perfectly with Mars’ energy. However, during a Mars retrograde, you can feel as though you’re hitting a brick wall in your progress and might become dissatisfied.
Use this Mars retrograde as an opportunity to temporarily set your idealistic future vision aside and concentrate on the here and now rather than dwelling on your wrath. You can more readily practice mindfulness at this period whether you use a mindfulness app, take a little time out of your day to go for a little nature walk or catch up with a friend, or any combination of the two.
ASTROPHYSICAL IMPLICATIONS OF MARS’ RETROGRADE IN GEMINI People typically get into a panic when the word “retrograde” is used because they fear that for a few weeks or months, their entire life will be flipped upside down. However, no astrological occurrence is either bad or completely positive. Nevertheless, it may be helpful to view this Mars retrograde in Gemini as an opportunity to carry out necessary introspection that will finally help you cross whichever finish line you’ve been eyeing. You’ll be ready to get started right away in the new year.
