Saturn, the planet of structure and limits, is going direct in Pisces on November 15. Known as a malefic planet, Saturn is associated with endings, limits, tough love, and the wisdom of experience. Saturn has been retrograding in Pisces since June 29, prompting introspection about mental health, spirituality, and avoidance. As Saturn goes direct, it asks us to reflect on the lies we’ve told ourselves and the shortcuts we’ve taken.
In its highest expression, Saturn reminds us that without depth, there can be no true growth and no reward without work. If you have been actively working on self-improvement, Saturn going direct will pave the way for you. On the other hand, if you have been complacent, relying on coping mechanisms and excuses, the direct motion of Saturn may bring stumbling blocks. When Saturn goes direct, it shows us the cold, hard truth of who we are and what we’re made of. Saturn does not want us to stop dreaming but to commit fully to our dreams to make them achievable.
In Pisces, Saturn complements the dreamy energy of the sign by providing structure and discipline. Pisces can benefit from this structure as it can sometimes lean towards a shadow side that is addictive and nihilistic. Saturn going direct forces us to confront our shortcomings and coping mechanisms so that we can work towards the future we deserve. Together, the energy of Capricorn and Pisces creates a dream machine that allows us to build a reality that is both workable and wondrous.
Those with mutable signs (Gemini, Virgo, Sagittarius, Pisces) will feel the effects of Saturn going direct most acutely. It is essential to look at the house in your birth chart ruled by Pisces to understand how this transit will affect you. Saturn’s direct motion encourages us to take strategic action while Pisces reminds us that the greatest rewards are often immaterial, such as love, connection, and inspiration. By combining the practicality of Capricorn with the boundless possibility of Pisces, we can build a solid foundation for our dreams to become reality.
