On The Energies…

Today kicks off Mars Retrograde.  Mars will be Retrograde until January 6th in Leo where it shifts into Cancer.  It ends its Retrograde in Cancer February 23rd.  This is a good time to review previous actions and their effects.  It helps you to reassess where you are putting your energy.  This is a good thing.  It helps you to focus on healing any energy leaks or energy drains.  Mars Retrograde is a space to recalibrate your energy.  It’s all about shifting into a deeper alignment.  Mars Retrograde has a lot to do with your motivation and where you’re putting your energy.  It can show you any areas that you’re feeling tired, burnt out, or low energy.  It helps you to let go of any stuck or blocked energy areas.  This is the Planet that rules over your goals.  Sometimes Mars Retrograde can slow down or ask you to take a step back from your usual grind.  Expect setbacks and slowdowns.  When in Leo we explore themes around romance and self expression.  It’s meant to help you reflect on ways you need to open your heart more, and better channel your creative energy.  When in Cancer we explore themes around your house and home life.  It’s meant to help you to reflect on how you’re exerting your energy and taking action on projects you’re tackling alongside loved ones and related to your home and inner life.  By slowing down and reflecting on how you’re managing these aspects of your life, you can gain more clarity and self-awareness.  It’s all about looking at your daily routine so you have more time and energy.  While in Leo you’re being guided to do more self work.  This helps you to be more productive.  While in Cancer you’re being guided to address any unhealed wounds related to your emotional well-being and family life.