Neptune has been retrograde since 5 July 2025 in Aries, up till 10 December 2025. It’s currently retrograde at 0 degree of Aries, in a conjunction with retrograde Saturn in Pisces at 28 degrees. Note that we also have Chiron Retrograde in Aries.
Here are noteworthy dates of Neptune’s transit.
5 July 2025 – Neptune stations retrograde in Aries.
22 October 2025 – Neptune retrogrades into Pisces.
11 December 2025 – Neptune stations direct in Pisces.
27 January 2026 – Neptune transits into Aries.
This is important as Neptune is considered the modern ruler of Pisces.
Pisces – Mutable Water. Of spirituality and collective unconscious.
Aries – Cardinal Fire. Assertive and Aggressive. Charges ahead, more of a soloist, a leader. Able to initiate change.
Neptune – Higher vibrational expression of Venus, of collective love. But also of disillusionment. Escapism. Drugs.
When Neptune is in Aries, there’s going to be a dissolving of individuals. Especially those in leadership positions who assert themselves too much over the collective good. When Neptune is in Pisces, there will be a movement of escapism. One that’s used for the greater good of humanity that actually helps people.
Neptune Retrograde – Illusion of ideals are stripped away, making us see things for what they actually are.
Neptune Retrograde in Aries – We will shed false identities we have aligned ourselves with. Aligning with our true selves. Those in power, leadership roles, will have their illusions destroyed within their own circle/immediate environment. Especially if they have been using it to their own advantage and not to actually lead people.
Neptune Retrograde in Pisces – Escapism becomes more evident in each and every one of us. This could be drugs, alcohol or any form of substance that could bring one’s mental capacity to ‘a different place’. This could also bring about a more transcendent effect where we’re more keen on meditation, spirituality, or any other form of practice where it’s transcending reality.
Mundane Astrology (Global/National)
On a mundane (global/national) level, Neptune retrograde in Aries will break the illusions that people in power have portrayed to others. They may be overthrown by the collective, especially when the collective realises the power is in their hands. Note that Saturn is also retrograde in Pisces, ruler of Aquarius (representative of the collective consciousness) and Capricorn (societal constructs). It is also making a conjunction to Neptune retrograde.
Once Neptune retrogrades into Pisces, things will get better. But with the effects of whatever happened when it was in Aries, still present. It will be able to function better, allowing for the collective to become more compassionate for one another and realising we are ‘one’. Structures that were once negated will be rebuilt by the collective. But after 27 January 2026, once Neptune goes back into Aries, or rather when Saturn transits into Aries on 14 February 2026, we may once again face certain collective troubles regarding our identities, how we take action and our individualism. We’ll post more on this at a later date.
Current Aspects
Retrograde Neptune in Aries, Sextile Retrograde Pluto in Aquarius, Sextile Retrograde Uranus in Gemini
This is a very positive transit. We are being pushed inward where we can make the necessary changes and transformations within ourselves. Shattering our own illusions or ideals about what we want to do, and truly aligning with what is meant for us individually.
This is related to our own sense of self, our identity, how we have taken action towards things in our lives. Also of our social circles, our own hopes and wishes, our personal beliefs, the way we communicate and of our relationship with siblings. All these are working in harmony.
From 20th September..
There will be a kite formation between these outer planets. Especially of Neptune/Saturn making an opposition to the Sun in Virgo, even when it moves into Libra.
Speaking of a balance needed between our daily routines, our habits and our relationships with others. This balance must be managed well so that you’re able to enact the necessary changes in your own life. This may be caused by others, or may have to do with creating a more harmonious relationship with others. All dependent on how you have been going about your own life and your own life lessons.
From 9th October..
Venus in Virgo will join in the mix and be opposing Saturn retrograde in Pisces first. Then opposing Neptune Retrograde in Aries/Pisces, up till 16 October when Venus moves into its own sign of Libra. While this is speaking about harmony with others, it’s also about our own inner values being brought to the forefront. This may even be financially related. Where you’re now focusing on putting in the work needed in order for you to get to where you want to be. Just don’t get too focused on the minor details that you don’t take a step forward. You may even need to take one step back in order to take two steps forward.
Grand Trine of Mercury/Mars in Scorpio, Jupiter in Cancer and Retrograde Saturn/Retrograde Neptune in Pisces
23 October to 1 November, the full effects will be in place. While the trine will still happen thereafter, Mercury will be leaving the grand trine. Mars in Scorpio (domicile) will be more focused., up until 7 November.
The water houses being activated in a grand trine speaks a lot about our emotions, our inner depth, intuitions and connection to each other as well as the universe. These are underlying energies that are all inward, happening within you, your inner world and your private life. Not only is it a positive aspect, Jupiter is exalted in Cancer, Mars is domicile in Scorpio and Neptune is the modern ruler of Pisces, though retrograde.
We’ll be able to act upon what we truly want to do, even if it means we have to forgo or lose something in our life. Whatever that is going to be ‘lost’ was actually keeping us from growth, from the abundance that we’re seeking. You may not see the abundance immediately. It will still require hard work, but you’re going to be aligned a lot more than before. Once your inner world is aligned, there’s going to be a more efficient outward expression that enables you to feel more fulfilled.
Take note of this period and be aware. Do not cling on to things that you’ve been accustomed to.
Retrograde Neptune Conjunct Retrograde Saturn
We’ve done a post on retrograde Saturn and its effects, we’ve also done a post on Neptune conjunct Saturn. When they are retrograde and then conjunct, we’re now pushed to work through our own limitations which we have set for ourselves. We may not know this consciously, so listen to your intuition or that inner voice.
The lessons you impose onto yourself, reflect on them. Think of ways you can actually overcome it instead of dreaming about an ideal scenario. Actually put in the work, with a plan that is logical. Don’t expect an ideal scenario to happen. Be patient and work through any difficulties slowly.
What to take note of
1. Shatter your own illusions, make changes and transform.
Dissolve what you believe to be true. Listen to your intuition of what you feel is the right thing to do. Even if you do not currently see it to be true. This will involve changing your personal beliefs so that a deep inner transformation can happen. All these are only happening so that you can be aligned to your highest self. To grow and not be stuck in your current reality. There is much to gain from this transit. But you need to do the inner work required for this and not be too identified with your current self.
2. Align to higher vibrational love.
Neptune is the higher vibrational energy of Venus. It’s not the same way as how we relate to others. Of beauty or inner values, but transcending all of that and disregarding the faults in others. A more compassionate and understanding kind of love that knows no boundaries. It doesn’t define what’s right or wrong, but to accept humans or things just as it is. When you’re able to do this, you’ll see things in a different light. Become more light hearted, being able to express this kind of love not only towards yourself but to others.
3. Get more in touch with your unconscious.
Whether it’s with spirituality or being more in solitude. Of understanding yourself on a deeper level or being open to all perspectives of life. There is a universal wisdom that we can gain during this period. One that is not expressed outwardly, but received when you’re open to information. Do not be stuck with what your current reality is, of everything that’s going on in your life. Be open to new information that may not necessarily make sense to you. Intuitively you can feel that something about it is trying to tell you something. Listen to your gut instincts and slowly tune in.
How does Neptune Retrograde in Aries and Pisces affect all signs?
While the following is based on rising signs, if you’d like more information you can also look at your Sun and Moon sign.
Aries
This is happening in your 1st House of Self, and later in your 12th house of subconscious.
What dreams have you had about your life? Are you taking actionable steps towards it that are logical and systematic or just diving deep into it without any forethought? What have you identified yourself with so much so that it’s creating a veil, hiding who you truly are?
This period is pushing you to release any illusions you have about your own sense of self. Discover who you truly are. Listen to any inner voice that is prodding you towards steps you need to take in order to reach a certain goal. This could also be letting go of certain control that you would like to have, before taking the necessary steps. Let go of the need to have things your way. Do not force your ways onto others, listen to their point of view and balance it with your own.
This is also affecting your career, social groups and your own hopes and wishes with Saturn ruling those areas of your life. While delays/restrictions are expected, go within and ask yourself why. To really align what it is that you want for yourself instead of what’s ‘right’. Break down those barriers that you’ve been aligned with and trust your intuition/inner voices about your true path.
Taurus
This is happening in your 12th house of subconscious and later in your 11th house of social groups, hopes and wishes.
What illusions have you had about your individuality or are your dreams trying to tell you something? Are your social skills lately non existent and wanting to be alone by yourself more? In the comfort of your own home?
This period is trying to dissolve certain subconscious identities you have aligned with. Especially when you are able to be by yourself. When you’ve taken this time to get in touch with your soul, you’ll be able to feel a more compassionate relationship with your social circle/small organisations at a later stage.
This is also affecting your career, overseas travel and higher learning with Saturn ruling those areas of your life. Expect delays/restrictions, but also ask yourself what are those trying to tell you about your own hopes/wishes. Is there a truer path for you than the one you’ve been fixated on? Or if you’re very sure it is the right one, have you taken the right measures and logical steps needed in order to attain these goals?
Gemini
This is happening in your 11th house of social groups, hopes and wishes and later in your 10th house of career and higher self.
What illusions have you been associating yourself with when amongst friends? Are these related to your own sense of identity and how you’ve been taking action? Or lack of it? What about your own hopes and wishes? Are you finally understanding everything needs a balance instead of being on the extreme?
This period is trying to make you see your social circle a bit clearer to know who to keep in your life. Also of your own hopes and wishes. Whether they are truly attainable or you’ve been ‘dreaming’ too much about it, wanting the ideal and perfect scenarios to happen.
This is also affecting overseas travel, higher learning, shared finances and gains/loss from others with Saturn ruling those areas of your life. There will be some lessons in those areas that will make you go inward. To see if they are trying to shape you into reaching your higher self, to be grateful for what you already have. Or keeping you stuck in wanting to control everything in your life, of not having enough or not being good enough.
Cancer
This is happening in your 10th house of career and higher self and later in your 9th house of overseas travel and higher learning.
What illusions have you had about your career that you need to disregard now so that you’re able to take more action towards it? Or what goals do you have in your life that feels like it’s not what you truly want to be achieving anymore?
This period is trying to help you see the reality of your life, when you’re at your best. Once you’ve attained it are you truly happy or do you know deep down that there’s more to life than what you’ve been aligned to? There’s going to be a deep intuitive wisdom within you with that Jupiter in your 1st house, to truly know what it is you want to be doing.
This is also affecting your relationship with your spouse or others, shared finances and loss/gains from others with Saturn ruling over those areas of your life. They could be imposing or asking you to step up with more responsibilities. Once you’re putting in the work needed, you’ll be able to align to higher vibrational love.
Leo
This is happening in your 9th house of higher learning and overseas travel and later in your 8th house of shared finances and loss/gains from others.
Have you been ‘escaping’ reality by traveling excessively? Do you feel called within you to learn some form of philosophical or extra curricular study? Or are you disillusioned by the religion you’ve been associating yourself with? Or perhaps wanting to dig deeper into what your religion really is about?
This period is pushing you to go within and ask yourself what all these mean to you. To understand that there’s always two sides to everything and to see things from a different perspective. To look at it without the rosy coloured lens and look at your own life the way it really is.
This is also affecting your daily routines, health, habits, spouse or 1-1 relationships with Saturn ruling over those areas of your life. There could be some loss and lessons regarding these areas. This is so that you’re able to align towards an ideal path that is meant for you. Once you’re able to really put in the work to sort things out, you will be able to gain from others especially from 22 October onwards.
Virgo
This is happening in your 8th house of shared finances, gains/loss from others and later in your 7th house of spouse or 1-1 relationships.
How are your shared finances with others? Are you seeing it for what it truly is or do you have an illusion about how it really is? Are your loss/gains from them really as it is or is there something bigger that you’re not seeing?
This period is pushing you to truly ask yourself how are you managing your finances with them. Are you always on the losing end where you’re giving yourself up too much in hopes that things will get better? Apart from finances, it’s also about the lifestyle that two of you have/share. Is it based on a higher understanding, higher love, or is it a ‘that’s how it always is’? If so, is it something you want to change?
This is also affecting your daily routines, health, habits, children and your own self-expression with Saturn ruling over those areas of your life. Ask yourself if you’re actually living the life you want to live together with your spouse or regarding your relationships with others. This could be coworkers, children or even open enemies.
Libra
This is happening in your 7th house of spouse and 1-1 relationships and later in your 6th house of daily routines, health and pets.
Is there a certain illusion you have about your spouse? Or are you ‘escaping’ reality by focusing on your relationships with others? Or are these ‘illusions’ actually trying to tell you something about your own life?
This period is pushing you to ask yourself how you are treating others or your spouse and whether it’s healthy for you. Is your sense of self/identity too identified with them? Is your daily life about them? This is also about relationship with co-workers/open enemies. If your daily routines are all about them, to really ask yourself if that is what you want.
This is also affecting your home life, your inner security, self-expression, and maybe even children if you have any, with Saturn ruling over those areas of your life. The hardships and restrictions you’re facing in your everyday life is meant to make you reflect on what you want to do and what you do not want to do. From 22 October, things may be clearer. You’ll be able to actually do the work that contributes to your higher self or career.
Scorpio
This is happening in your 6th house of daily routines, health, habits, pets, and later in your 5th house of children, romance and self expression.
Have you been ‘escaping’ by being busy with your daily routines? Or have you been having an illusion that you must be doing something daily so that you’re able to achieve a certain goal?
This period is pushing you to look at your daily life for what it is. What you’ve been doing thus far. To understand that it may just be an illusion that you’re trying to keep up with. Go within and ask yourself what it really is that you’re trying to achieve. To dissolve the routines that you’ve been so aligned with that aren’t actually help you in your goals.
This is also affecting your communication, your relationship with siblings, your personal beliefs, your home life, your family and parents, with Saturn ruling over those areas of your life. The inner reflection of your own expression is needed during this time. So that you’re able to align yourself towards your own goals. And later towards a higher vibrational love, from 22 October onwards.
Sagittarius
This is happening in your 5th house of self-expression, romance, hobbies, children and later in your 4th house of home, parents, family and inner security.
Have you been escaping through fleeting romances or hobbies? Is there a certain illusion about how you have been expressing yourself? Or perhaps an illusion about your children and how they affect you?
This period is pushing you to see how you have been expressing yourself. Have you been ‘playing a role’ in others’ lives, or even to yourself? A role that you’re not exactly being who you truly want to be? To then go inward and ask yourself why? What you can do about it in order to start to align with what you are trying to be, that will help heal your inner child and express yourself more comfortably and truly.
This is also about your own communication, beliefs, relationship with siblings, inner values and finances. There are some limitations especially at home or with family members. These are there to push you inward to reflect on your dynamics now. To then see how you can actually put in the work slowly in order to align to a higher vibrational love with everyone involved.
Capricorn
This is happening in your 4th house of home, parents, inner security and later in your 3rd house of personal beliefs, communication, siblings and short travels.
Are you still getting in touch with your inner security of what you need in life or are you disregarding it entirely thinking it’s all under control? Or do you perhaps have an illusion about your relationship with family members, or communication with people that you are thinking it’s their fault not yours?
This period is pushing you to uncover what illusion it is that you need to shed about your own inner security that is keeping you from actually trying to get in touch more with your emotional needs. Not only that but is it also about how you’ve been communicating with others? Does it stem from an emotional need that is not met or has not been identified?
This is also affecting your inner values, finances and sense of self or how you’ve been taking action with Saturn ruling over those areas of your life. You will need to go inward to reflect on what these areas of your life are now and how to improve on them. Once you’re able to put in the work needed, you’ll be able to shed those previous illusions and align yourself to higher vibrational love and understanding.
Aquarius
This is happening in your 3rd house of communication, siblings, personal belief, short travels and later in your 2nd house of finances and inner values.
What illusion do you have about the way you communicate with others or with your sibling? Or is there a certain personal belief that you’ve been so aligned to that you don’t realise it’s actually all just an illusion against what you truly believe in? Or are there certain illusions you have regarding your own financial situation that needs to be addressed inwardly?
This period is pushing you to shed how you think you have been communicating with others, especially with siblings. What you think is balanced may actually be harming things. This is also about your personal belief. Does what you believe in actually help you in life to get things done? Or is it restricting you from being able to be your unique self? There are certain illusions you’ll be having about your finances as well, to make sure you’re not using money to escape certain issues in your life and put in the work needed to address those lessons.
This is also affecting how you have been taking action, your own sense of self, subconscious and solitude with Saturn affecting those areas of your life. You will need to go inward to really ask yourself who you are and what you came here to do, so that you’re able to put in the work needed to get to where you want to be, and at a later stage be able to achieve those dreams and ideals.
Pisces
This is happening in your 2nd house of inner values and finances and later in your 1st house of self.
Have you been escaping other aspects of your life by focusing on gaining material wealth? Or are you still managing your own finances well enough to be able to do what it is that you want to do? How about your own sense of self and do you know who you truly are?
This period is pushing you to shed those illusions you have about money, to go within and ask yourself what money means to you. Is it more important than your spouse? Or is it so that you’re able to feel more confident in your own sense of self? Then ask yourself why do you value your own self worth with your material gains? Is there a certain issue you need to address?
This is also affecting your subconscious, solitude, social groups and own hopes and wishes with Saturn ruling over those areas of your life. To go inward and see why you’ve been trying to appear or be as something other than who you truly are. To work on those issues first before being able to align to your higher self. There is much to gain about your own sense of identity during this period.
Neptune Retrograde in Arieș and Pisces will bring to our attention where we have been trying to think of the best scenarios in whichever area we have Aries and Pisces in. But what we need to do is to shed those illusions and actually put in the work needed to address any issues in those areas in order to truly be on the right path we need to be in life.
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