09/10/2024
As Jupiter goes retrograde in Gemini while trining Mercury in Libra and sextiling Chiron in Aries, it’s as if the universe has pressed pause on the usual rush forward, offering us a moment to reflect and reassess with cosmic grace. This retrograde allows a deep dive into thought, communication, and the healing process, with Jupiter’s retrograde in Gemini amplifying the mental exploration and curiosity of this time. Gemini’s intellectual energy is softened by Mercury’s balanced approach in Libra and Chiron’s healing touch in Aries, creating a harmonious flow that encourages both introspection and meaningful connections. This celestial configuration is like a gentle nudge from the cosmos to slow down, look within, and explore the wisdom that comes from careful reflection and communication.
During this period, activities that involve rethinking ideas, revisiting conversations, and personal growth are particularly favoured. This enhances the need to reassess beliefs, refine strategies, and consider new perspectives that might have been overlooked in the busyness of life. The combination of Gemini’s quick thinking and Libra’s desire for balance makes this an excellent time to engage in thoughtful discussions, revisit past decisions, and exploring intellectual pursuits with a more just approach. Healing practices, such as journaling, therapy, or self-reflection, are especially powerful, as Chiron in Aries encourages the courage to confront old wounds and find strength through vulnerability. This supports using words wisely, mending relationships, and setting intentions that align more truly with our evolving beliefs.
However, this period also brings potential challenges, such as the temptation to get lost in overthinking or indecision, heightened by Gemini’s restless energy and Libra’s tendency to weigh all options. The introspective nature of Jupiter’s retrograde can lead to mental loops or hesitation, and there’s a risk of becoming overly critical of oneself when faced with unresolved issues. To navigate these challenges, it’s important to avoid over-analysis and embrace the journey of growth rather than just continually striving for perfection. By leaning into the reflective and healing energies, we can turn delays or setbacks into stepping stones, using the lessons of the past to build a clearer, more authentic way forward. This reminds us that even during this retrograde, growth is always possible, urging us to find wisdom in stillness, strength in our vulnerabilities, and resilience in our capacity for change.
Jupiter stations retrograde on the 9th of October, 2024 until February 3, 2025.
Look within by C.Loisy
