The Saturn return takes approximately 29 years to happen and is the moment when we become aware of our limitations.
Astrology is based on cycles and moments that bring significant changes in our lives. Among these cycles is, for example, the Saturn Return which happens around the age of 29/30 and symbolizes the moment we become aware of our limitations (what we can or cannot do).
To better explain the Saturn Return, it is necessary to understand a little more about this very peculiar planet that, according to astrologers, symbolizes the limit, because it is the last planet that can be seen with the naked eye.
Furthermore, it is worth noting that, while the Earth takes around 365 days to make its return, Saturn takes approximately 29 years. This means that if on Earth you are 29 years old, on Saturn you have just completed your first year of life. This period is marked by learning and is a sign that we have effectively become adults.
Furthermore, if you want to know more about the Saturn Return, continue reading our article, as we have separated everything you need to know to understand how the cycle of this planet can influence your life.
Saturn Return
In astrology, when we talk about return, it means that a certain planet has returned to the exact position it was at the time you were born. In other words, the Saturn Return is nothing more than the return of the planet to the position of its birth. This cycle lasts 29 to 30 years.
Some astrologers claim that it is after the first Saturn Return that we actually begin our adult lives. In fact, this planet is represented by experience, responsibility, structure and maturity.
Furthermore, Saturn is also recognized as the lord of karma, that is, he helps us observe everything we have planted over the years and helps us evolve, creating new paths and changing old habits.
Furthermore, among other positive points that Saturn helps us with are feelings such as, for example, self-control, sense and courage. Furthermore, with the return of the planet, we gain more lucidity, humility, prudence, patience and organization. However, among the bad points of the planet are, for example, feelings of inferiority, inadequacy and lack of confidence.
Saturn’s influence on your life
To know exactly how the Saturn Return will influence your life, you need to observe which house the planet is in in your Birth Chart. For example: a person with Saturn in Sagittarius or in the 9th house may have a greater desire to pursue studies at this stage of life.
It is worth remembering that the Saturn Return is often also represented as the “crisis of 30”, because at this age “the penny drops” and we begin to better see the limits and superfluous things in our lives. This is a time of development and changing bad habits.
For some people, the influence of the Saturn Return can be bad and painful, in fact, not everyone likes to deal with new responsibilities. However, for other people the Saturn Return is a very happy phase of great achievements. Many say that it is as if life finally made sense, as many ideas and concepts begin to be understood at that moment.
Self-evaluation
Finally, it is worth remembering that the Saturn Return provides a moment of self-evaluation in our lives, therefore, it is important at this time to question ourselves about the following facts:
- What have I achieved so far?
- What do I want for my future?
- Am I holding on to unattainable goals or are they within my reach?
- What makes sense?
- Am I living my life responsibly?
Anyway, when you can answer all these questions, reflect on them and take advantage of Saturn’s influence to establish more realistic goals and adapt your concepts of life according to what you really think is right.
So, what did you think of this article? Take the opportunity to also check out: Planets in the birth chart – Characteristics of each one.
Sources: Personare, Astrolink, Astrocentro, Uol.
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