Saturn, the taskmaster of the zodiac, is known for its rigorous influence. When it returns to the same position in the sky as it was at the time of your birth, it heralds a period of introspection, re-evaluation, and restructuring.
As you approach your late twenties, a subtle yet profound shift begins to unfold in your life. You are entering your Saturn return, a significant astrological event that occurs approximately every 29.5 years. In a well-lived life, everyone experiences three Saturn returns: in their late twenties, late fifties, and late eighties.
From age 28 to 30, it’s time to reassess your career goals, personal values, and long-term aspirations. Saturn’s influence is not about immediate gratification: it’s about laying down solid foundations for sustainable success.
This celestial phenomenon, often perceived as a tumultuous period lasting two to three years, brings both challenges and opportunities. In terms of business and career, it becomes a transformative journey, reshaping your perspective on success.
Feel the gravitas
Saturn can literally feel like a weight on your shoulders. This is because Saturn represents responsibility and commitment. You will most likely be experiencing an overbearing situation that slows you down and requires deep thinking and contemplation before making decisions.
Don’t fear the reaper
Saturn will present you with a stark reality check: accept you will have to let go of things that don’t work. This can be a bit scary, particularly if you’re comfortable with a certain situation over a few years. However, in its place you will get what does work for you — so listen to your intuition carefully, because Saturn is trying to teach you important lessons.
Sands of time
This is a time to face your fears and reflect on your journey so far. Some things may feel like they are slipping away, and you may question whether you have made the right choice or missed an opportunity. You might feel like you must make up for lost time. Ultimately, Saturn’s lessons teach you resilience, especially when you are confronted by your limitations and past mistakes.
Seven-year itch
Saturn can affect relationships: you might feel less affectionate, experience a general dissatisfaction with your relationship, or feel lack of appreciation by a partner, all of which can lead to wanting to make changes. The same can happen in your career, where you can possibly experience boredom, stagnation, and a lack of motivation. Saturn return prompts you to reevaluate the people, places, and things in your life. This may bring up emotions about your past, present, and future, as you confront what no longer aligns with your values.
Keeping your nose to the grindstone
Saturn is associated with concentration, productivity, hard work, ambition, and discipline. It could well mean you are going the extra mile and bending over backwards by burning the candle at both ends to achieve that hard-won success.
No pain, no gain
True success comes from consistent effort and dedication. Don’t be surprised if you get snowed under with duties and obligations, and there’s blood, sweat and tears shed at every hurdle to cross. Be patient, and persevere, jump through the hoops, and hang in there.
Build a wall and set a boundary
Saturn will teach you to prioritize and protect what truly matters. By setting boundaries around your energy, time, and talents, you can create a life in alignment with your true calling.
Harness your power and hold the reins tight
Saturn is not just a test but an opportunity to realign with your true purpose, refine your strategies, and lay the groundwork for enduring success. Embrace this journey with an open heart and a determined spirit, and Saturn’s lessons will be a powerful catalyst for personal and professional growth.
Raise the bar
It is important to avoid judging others or yourself harshly. You must take responsibility for your actions and thoughts, while carefully considering your career path and role in society. Time management becomes crucial to stay ahead of the game.
Hard work pays off
Saturn’s influence may bring about challenges, delays, and obstacles in your life, as it teaches you the value of hard work and perseverance. When you feel the pressure to knuckle down and move mountains, the reward will be worthwhile.
Older and wiser
Each time Saturn returns to its original position in your birth chart, you enter a new stage of life. The first return marks the transition from youth into adulthood, while the second represents maturity. Ultimately, Saturn makes you a teacher of wisdom and experience. The difficulties you have faced in life become the wisdom and insights you can guide others by.
By London Astrologer
