Mars in Gemini

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Mars in Gemini

On July 20th 2024 at 4:43PM EST, Mars enters Gemini until September 4th 2024.

This planetary ingress is beneficial for Air (Gemini, Libra, Aquarius) and Fire signs (Aries, Leo and Sagittarius), and provides opportunities for growth and maturation for Earth (Taurus, Virgo and Capricorn) and Water Signs (Cancer, Scorpio and Pisces). Check your own placements or come visit me for an in-depth reading.

About Mars in Gemini

Mars is a planet of fire, war, sex and creativity. Mars is focused attention, intention and action. Mars likes clear, precise direction. In Gemini, the energies of Mars become air like (something Mars is not comfortable with) which means our mind, speech and interactions can lack direction as the energy of Mars is dispersed and jumbled.  Gemini is a dual sign. Duality, uncertainty and wavering thoughts and actions may be possible at this time. We or others around us may be more indecisive and prone to procrastinate due to over thinking and over analyzing.

Mars in Gemini adds heat to the mind and speech. Our communications and interactions with others may be harsh, rash and passionate. Sharp arguments and heated exchanges are possible. Lay low. Mind your own business. Protect your inner peace. This is a powerful period of time to work on cooling down the mind, speech and heart through practices such as mindfulness, meditation, exercise and yoga. Practices like meditation can strengthen our minds, help us concentrate and remained focused and empowered through these energetic shifts.

Every planetary combination has a Light and Shadow side.

The Light side of Mars in Gemini is an opportunity to place more clear and direct energy into our thoughts, speech, writings, and any dealings with commerce and social media. It is a great time to explore creativity, new ideas and think outside the box in terms of commerce, business and career/work. Mars in Gemini can bring rapid movement. If you’ve been wanting to relocate or travel this would be a great time to explore your options. Gemini is about intellect, curiosity, adaptability and variety. We can use these mental qualities in ways that facilitate our lives and the lives of those around us. We can also channel the heat of Mars in creative ways that empower our interactions and connections with others.

The Shadow side of Mars in Gemini in that it stimulates heat and fire to the mental space. We may be prone to feeling irritated, agitated and impatient. We may overthink, overwork or over analyze things. Our mental energy may feel exhausted. So make time to rest and quiet the mind during this transit.

Also, with Mars in Gemini we can expect heated opinions, quick judgements and even lies in all forms of media. Don’t’ believe everything you see and hear. It is very important at this time to practice critical thinking.

Gemini also rules siblings, extended family, neighbors and neighborhood. So while Mars in Gemini, we can practice equanimity in all your interactions. Mars is direct and sharp (remember, Mars is the God of War). Our communications and interactions with others may be harsh, rash and volatile.

Heated arguments, passionate exchanges and sharp words are possible at this time. Mars likes to “win” and be “right.” We or others around us may seek to be right and may seek to win. Remember, every story has two or more sides. There is not one right point of view. No one is “right” in an argument. No one “wins.” Explore all sides of every story. Be willing to see other’s points of view. Pick your battles wisely. Think before you speak. Remain poised no matter the circumstance. Remain cool and collected. Cultivate a peaceful mind and heart.  Every challenge is an opportunity for Self-Mastery.

Mars teaches us to use and direct our energies wisely. We can learn to be peaceful warriors and Teachers like Yoda. We can channel our thoughts, words and actions in ways that empower us and others. In Ancient Times, Gemini was also a sign associated to healing and alchemy. We can be healers and alchemists of our own energy. We can transform our energies and choose our responses. We can be like Merlin, use the creative magic of life for the wellbeing ourselves and others. We can choose how to react and respond to any situation and interaction. This is the opportunity right now, to take the path of self-empowerment. You get to choose how you will use your own energies. You are the channel and you can choose how to direct your words and actions. Be wise.

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