Jupiter Retrograde in Scorpio

Jupiter stations Retrograde on March 8 2018 at 23° Scorpio and ends on July 10 at 13° Scorpio. When Jupiter goes retrograde it is good to review our visions, ideals, and belief systems in life. This year the themes of Jupiter retrograde are around our personal value system. Being in Scorpio the themes of power, deceit, obsessions and morals are more in focus. Jupiter retrograde in transit is a regular cycle occurring every 13 months and lasting for about 4 months. Transiting Jupiter retrograde represents a time of philosophical or spiritual introspection and reflection. You will have to deal with particular issues involving growth and development, happiness and success.

Jupiter sextile Pluto will help purify your body and soul because it brings success through positive change. You will not have to force change or have to react to unexpected change. This is a natural development in your life associated with increased power and influence, spiritual and personal growth. Powerful forces will be working behind the scenes to promote you to a higher level.

With Mercury square Jupiter you will have more of a optimistic mind but may focus too much on the big picture and ignore the little details. You will also have to pay extra attention to how you express yourself you may act abit arrogant or ignorant. Jupiter optimism could get a little out of hand, so watch out for overextending yourself or pushing yourself too far especially if you are prone to obession.

Jupiter retrograde means that whatever area of growth you need to work on is so important, extra time is needed to take stock and make sure everything in order before you continue. You may be tested to make sure you are ready to receive the good fortune, new romance, or increased wealth you seek. Perhaps a challenging behavior like greed or addiction has got out of control. In this case, the Jupiter retrograde months will offer a chance to recognize and admit the problem. Things may get so out of control that an intervention or some drastic event must occur to shake you out of your complacency or ignorance. Once Jupiter stations direct you should have come to terms with the relevant issues and be ready to bound ahead toward ultimate success and happiness.