I have been reading about the so-called Mars retrograde, when the planet Mars seems to go backward in the sky, although it is an illusion--no planet actually moves backward in the sky, it just appears so to us. Anyway, its supposed to have so many meanings for each sign, especially the sign that it falls in, which in this case is Cancer and Gemini. According to http://www.astrologycom.com/:
"As a rule, retrograde planets presage a period of seemingly inevitable or fated events, which relate to their sphere of influence. The retrograde phase is when the planet concerned pushes itself into our consciousness, overshadowing the energies of the other planets and so affecting our personalities (each planet symbolizes and affects specific parts of our makeup). It presents us with a series of events over which we seem to have little or no control, relating especially to the sign in which the retrogradation occurs. For example, Mars retrograde in emotional, home-oriented Cancer presents quite different sets of circumstances from those generated when he retrogrades into gossipy, intellectual Gemini."
Again, further on, this site claims that...
"Mars retro in Cancer generates a confused emotional state, placing those most affected at the mercy of the environment. Enthusiasm and inspiration seem muted, as anxieties develop around family issues, urging you to protect all things that make for security, comfort and luxury. Because Mars in Cancer normally generates a bold, independent and fearless nature, during the retrograde phase when nature is turned upon its head we should restrain the urge to exercise undue or tyrannical authority over everything and everybody within the home. Sexual desire is activated and sexual action intensified with passion is often associated with the urge to violence and control. Political leaders should also avoid becoming unduly concerned with homeland security and avoid imposing needless restrictions. This position makes the temper rather uncertain and there is a tendency for people to get restless, being inclined to change occupations."
Although this sounds intellectual, what does it really mean? Is astrology even a real science if it depends on the movement of the stars, which by nature, are inclined to change, as any common astronomer can predict? But, more importantly, do these movements or patterns by the planets have any real relevence on the decisions of people, especially those that think this is fascinating? Perhaps, if we just leave our lives to fate, we won't have to think planets have any effect on our lives?
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