Neptune retrograde 2023 assures you that dreaming is healthy and that an inspired idea is the beginning of creation.
The thing to remember about Neptune retrograde 2023 is that the outer planets, Uranus, Neptune, and Pluto, are not as direct in their astrological influence as the classical planets. We know that Mercury is for communication and Venus is for love from thousands of years of myths and classical astrology, but the outer planets were only discovered 250 years ago and cannot be seen with the naked eye.
We’ve all heard of Mercury retrograde 2023, and perhaps you’ve also heard of Pluto retrograde 2023 – but Neptune retrograde 2023 is about to shake things up with its own unique planetary power.
Though the outer planets are out of sight, they exist and have an impact on us, albeit in a much broader way. For example, if your Uranus is in Taurus, so is everyone you went to school with. This means that the qualities bestowed by this planet are ‘generational’. They span at least a decade or two.
Neptune, the planet of illusion, is about to go retrograde. It’s a planet that has an impact on creativity, fantasies, dreams, and the subconscious. Neptune is the ruling planet of Pisces, a dreamy sign that prefers to daydream and avoids reality at all costs.
Neptune spends about fourteen years in each sign and takes 146 years to complete its orbit around the Sun.
The position of Neptune in your personal astrological chart indicates the location of your dreams and inspirations. Do you daydream while studying, or fantasize about asking someone out for weeks before you do it? This could be due to Neptune’s position in your natal chart.
What is Neptune Retrograde?
When we say that a planet is retrograde, we mean that it appears to be moving backwards in the sky. Naturally, no planet goes ‘backwards’ because each has its own orbit to follow, but it only appears to turn around from our perspective here on Earth.
Neptune retrogrades once a year for about five or six months, so it is constantly preparing for, experiencing, or recovering from the effects of a retrograde.
Neptune rules the sign of Pisces, which is both elusive and creative. Because Neptune is retrograde in Pisces in 2023, the enigmatic nature of this time period is amplified.
Our ability to pick up on information intuitively, using only our minds, is enhanced; however, because the planet is retrograde, we may bite off more than we can chew, receiving information that isn’t beneficial to us, or questioning what we see.
At best, Pisces has a love-hate relationship with reality, so during the Neptune retrograde, we may prefer illusion over proven fact, which can be perplexing.
During this Neptune retrograde, your secret weapon will be confidence. You can trust your intuition without doubting your abilities, and you can reach deep into your creative reserves while loving what you’re putting on the canvas. Allow your heart to lead, and your mind will be forced to follow.
Previously, Neptune was retrograde in Pisces between June 28, 2022 and December 2, 2022, just as it was in 2023. What happened to you during your love life, work, home, and luck? The same thing could happen during the retrograde in 2023.
When does Neptune Retrograde 2023 start?
On June 30, 2023, Neptune stations retrograde, then immediately reverses its course, and hey presto! It has been slipping backward for five months and one week. On the day, Neptune is in dreamy, romantic Pisces, so love lives may be a little unsettled for everyone.
The shadow is the pre-retrograde phase during which Neptune makes the same journey that it will later reverse during the retrograde. It begins on March 9, which means we can begin to prepare for the retrograde. Some confusion is unavoidable during that time, so it’s a good idea to protect your dreams and relationships from the retrograde’s perplexing energies. Keep a journal of your fears, worries, and plans so you can look back and read how you felt before the retrograde.
Neptune will be retrograde in 2023 from June 30 to December 6, 2023. The entire retrograde is in Pisces, as Neptune has been for over ten years and will continue to be for the next two to three years.
On December 6, 2023, Neptune turns direct. Jupiter and Uranus are both retrograde at the time, so things aren’t exactly smooth sailing for everyone.
The post-retrograde shadow will last until March 25, 2024, allowing us to learn from the Neptune retrograde.
Keep in mind, however, that the Neptune retrograde occurs frequently and for long enough that we are rarely ever outside of a Neptune retrograde or a shadow period, so we are always processing a lesson on inspiration and illusion in some way.
How does Neptune Retrograde 2023 affect my life and emotions?
Neptune is the planet of romance, creativity, dreams, and glitz. It is also associated with the inverse of all of these – delusion, fantasy, and lying and cheating in love.
When it’s inspirational, it can help an artist, author, or producer create something amazing. However, it can also lead to arrogance or passing off someone else’s work as your own.
All of these influences are passed through a shadow reality by the retrograde, where nothing is obvious. Be cautious as you navigate life during the Neptune Retrograde, because nothing is as it appears.
A job offer could be a ruse. Someone attempting to assist you may be attempting to pick your pocket. A romantic new partner who enjoys bombs may bring emotional risk-taking with them.
Take precautions. Life does not come to a halt for five months, but you will benefit from remaining as grounded as possible and questioning everything.
Neptune Retrograde 2023 horoscope
Continue reading to find out how the Neptune retrograde in 2023 affects your love life and creativity. Look at your sun sign, moon sign, or rising sign according to your astrology birth chart for the most accurate reading.
Aries
You never know, Aries, you might not even notice this Neptune retrograde. You’re not into navel-gazing and prefer to take action. You don’t have a natural tendency to question yourself. This retrograde’s entire lesson is to follow your own lead and trust your own mind, which you learn every day. The only difference you may notice during this time is that your dreams may be more intense, vivid, and symbolic.
Taurus
Taurus, you’re as creative as they come, and you never pass up an opportunity to express yourself. Because of the intense Neptune retrograde in Pisces, you may struggle to trust your own instincts when it comes to your usual creative discipline. Consider this a golden opportunity to try something new, such as creative writing, sculpting, or jewelry making. What a great time to try something new, and your mind can’t tell you you’re doing it wrong because you’re just getting started.
Gemini
As much as you like to be clear and direct, and as much as you like to be on the go, this Neptune retrograde may cause you to slow down a little, Gemini. Neptune retrograde 2023 can cause people to be deceitful, and you may struggle to process the lies. The retrograde can influence people to be vague and cancel plans, and you will dislike having to deal with unpredictable promises. Remember that you’re an idea person, so when you need to change your plans, make a quick plan B.
Cancer
Neptune is a planet that is strongly associated with aspects of your personality, such as your romantic streak, fantasy, and intuition. And Pisces is a sign that is very similar to you because you are both water signs. So this Neptune in Pisces period, which began in 2011 and will last until 2026, is not unfamiliar to you. As a result, the retrograde has a significant impact on you – you’ll be doubting your intuition and experiencing writer’s block. Preparation is essential; remind yourself that it isn’t you, but rather Neptune retrograde 2023.
Leo
Neptune is an illusionary planet, and you prefer clarity. Your relationship to the Neptune retrograde is non-existent because your life is practical without fantasy – you make big plans rather than just dream big. People around you may be less direct and more confusing, and they may be more influenced by the Neptune retrograde 2023. But nothing is about to change in your life. Your career will be unaffected, your love life will be as open and direct as ever, and you may even gain an advantage over your competitors due to Neptune’s influence.
Virgo
Because you are a communicator at heart, Virgo, you can tell when people aren’t communicating effectively with you, and it irritates you. People, including you, will be less truthful, less direct, and more uncertain during this Neptune retrograde. As much as you enjoy being creative, you’ll feel a little lost and long for the days when you could rely on the words of others. In the meantime, seek out fire signs who will be unaffected by the shift. Surround yourself with people who see this retrograde as a non-event, and you’ll absorb their strength.
Libra
You value balance and stability, as well as a healthy balance, and Neptune retrograde 2023 is anything but. This is a time for thinking, which you enjoy, but nothing is clear or certain, which you despise. By refusing to look for someone to blame, you can keep those perplexing times at bay. When you’re stressed, you need someone to take charge. Avoiding that instinct will make the retrograde much easier – just use the time to invest in your creativity. Painting or flower arranging would be beneficial.
Scorpio
You are a water sign, and Neptune was the Roman God of the seas and waters. You, like that God and that planet, are inspiring, volatile, and dreamy. When the planet is retrograde, it’s easy to lose focus, lose your cool, and wonder what’s real and what isn’t. Keep dreaming, Scorpio; you are one of the Zodiac’s watery dreamers who cannot be tamed.
Sagittarius
Sagittarius, you value freedom and adventure, and every change begins with a dream. Neptune retrograde 2023 may make your dreams appear unrealistic or exaggerated, but persevere. Nobody can do it if you can’t. Whatever crazy dream you have – moving to Europe, driving a supercar, starting a festival – you can achieve it. You must ignore the retrograde voice that tells you it can’t be done and simply wait for the right time to try!
Capricorn
Capricorn, you are tidy and well-prepared, and you enjoy being inspired by others. Neptune is a planet of inspiration, and since it is retrograde, you may be perplexed. People who inspire you turn out to be con artists. Others, whose worth you don’t recognize, turn out to be hidden success stories. It’s amazing how flipping your perceptions can be. Test your assumptions and let this Neptune retrograde teach you that things aren’t always as they appear.
Aquarius
Aquarius, you’re a thinker, so the months of Neptune retrograde in 2023 will be fascinating for you. You enjoy having ideas and appreciate them being unique, so as your creative juices flow, your finished products may differ greatly from what you expect. You may enjoy writing, but your poems are now in a completely different style. You could still sew, but none of your items would have two sleeves. Let Neptune’s inspiration take over; who wants to be normal anyway?
Pisces
It’s your planet, Pisces, and it’s in your sign. This one is definitely for you. Neptune, as inspiring as it is, brings worry when it is retrograde in your sign. Your intuition is fine; it has never let you down and will not abandon you now, but you must believe it is still there for you. If you know any other Pisceans, seek solace with them. The Neptune retrograde is a difficult time, but sticking together will make you all feel a lot less worried.
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