Dreamy transformation glitches
Here’s what to do and not do when you have a Neptune Quincunx Pluto transit. Below that are some interesting things about this transit.
Avoid During This Transit
- Don’t ignore your instincts. If something feels off, listen to that gut feeling. Neptune can make things cloudy, so trust yourself if something doesn’t feel right.
- Avoid making big life decisions. This isn’t the best time to sign contracts, change careers, or make any huge commitments. Give yourself some time to think things through.
- Don’t get involved in shady activities. Things are extra murky with this transit, so stay away from anything that seems dishonest or unclear.
- Avoid obsessing over control. Pluto wants control, but Neptune’s energy makes control slippery. Trying to force things will just lead to frustration.
- Don’t ignore your emotional health. Stuffing down feelings can make things worse. Talk to someone or write your feelings down.
- Don’t get lost in escapism. Watch out for overindulging in fantasy, daydreaming, binge-watching, or using substances to escape reality.
- Avoid drama and manipulation. Neptune can blur boundaries, and Pluto brings intensity. Avoid situations where there’s secrecy or power struggles.
- Don’t believe everything you hear. This aspect can bring confusion or even deception. Double-check information before acting on it.
- Don’t neglect boundaries. Be careful about who you let close to you right now. Keep your limits clear, even when others pressure you.
- Avoid holding onto grudges. Pluto likes to dig up old stuff, and Neptune makes it all emotional. Try to let go a little if you can.
Do During This Transit
- Reflect on your deepest fears and desires- it’s a good time to explore your subconscious.
- Let go of old habits or patterns that aren’t working for you anymore. Don’t be afraid to release stuff that feels heavy.
- Get into meditation, journaling, or creative visualization. These practices can help you see things more clearly.
- Be open to spiritual growth, even if it feels a little confusing or uncomfortable at first.
- Spend time creating art, music, or writing- any way you can express what’s going on inside.
- Practice forgiveness, both for yourself and others. It’ll help you heal and move on.
- Watch out for self-destructive behaviors, like escapism or addiction. Try to face things head-on, even if it’s hard.
- Ask for help or advice if you’re struggling with weird feelings or confusing situations.
- Look for new ways to help others- maybe volunteer or support a friend. Compassion is really important right now.
- Trust your intuition. If something feels off, take a closer look before making big decisions.
What’s Interesting About This Transit
- In “Astrological Configurations and Critical Degrees” (1963) by Edith Wangemann, a Neptune quincunx Pluto is seen as a transit that surfaces confusing energies around inherited family secrets. Wangemann suggests that people may experience “restless sensations of guilt or pride regarding old, unsolved legacies” during this time, even if they don’t know the details.
- Sepharial, in Transits and Solar Returns (1905), writes that when Neptune makes a quincunx to natal Pluto, it can provoke odd, almost irrational fascinations with the occult or taboo subjects. He says, “This aspect may call forth subconscious stirrings to peer behind the veil, but one’s view is hazy and treacherous.”
- According to “The Horoscope in Manifest Destiny” (1949) by O.G. Vilhena, this transit may coincide with times when “strange, almost accidental, disruptions” occur in joint finances or shared resources, sometimes involving deception or misunderstanding between business partners.
- Charles E.O. Carter, in The Principles of Psychological Astrology (1970), mentions that Neptune’s quincunx to Pluto can coincide with periods when people are almost haunted by images from collective fears, like mass hysteria or feelings of doom. He writes that creative or artistic people might feel compelled to express these feelings in surreal art or writing.
- In “Planetary Influences: The Subtle Planets” (1952), M.T. MacGregor says that this transit can provoke “unusual paranoia or mistrust” around hidden power structures, like governments or secret societies, echoing old conspiracy theories from the collective unconscious.
- In the 1940s work “Mystic Patterns of the Heavens” by Maud St. Clair Stiles, Neptune quincunx Pluto is linked to unpredictable psychic phenomena, such as sudden prophetic dreams or weird premonitions, that are hard to interpret and may never make total sense.
- Reinhold Ebertin, in his 1964 book Combination of Stellar Influences, said this aspect may symbolize “a mysterious undermining of a person’s own inner willpower, leading to perplexing compulsions or subtle self-sabotage, difficult to trace to a rational cause.”
Experiencing This Transit
When Neptune forms a quincunx (also called an inconjunct) to your natal Pluto, things can get pretty weird, pretty fast. Neptune brings fog, confusion, fantasy, and the urge to escape, while Pluto digs deep into hidden fears, secrets, and power dynamics. A quincunx is awkward energy- the planets don’t “see” each other well, so their needs are hard to balance. During this period (which usually lasts several months), you might feel like you’re wandering in a psychological maze, not quite sure what’s real or what’s motivating you deep down. There’s a sense that something is off, or some part of you is out of step with itself.
Challenges during this transit
- Emotional Confusion: You might have a strong sense that something deep inside is changing, but you can’t quite put your finger on what. It can make you second-guess your motives or decisions, even spiral into paranoia or anxiety for no obvious reason.
- Escaping Facing Fears: Old fears, obsessions, or trauma can bubble up, but instead of dealing with them, you might be tempted to run away- maybe binge-watch, sleep too much, zone out, or self-medicate.
- Vague Power Struggles: Because this energy is so subtle, you might find yourself in arguments or weird power plays with people, but you can’t quite see what’s really going on beneath the surface.
- Difficulty Trusting Instincts: Neptune can muddy your gut feelings, so you’re not sure what to believe- about yourself, others, or life in general.
- Feeling Drained: Pluto is intense and Neptune can dissolve boundaries, so you may just feel emotionally or physically “leaky”- tired, weirdly overwhelmed, or energetically scattered, especially if you try to push forward and “fix” things quickly.
Opportunities during this transit
- Deep Healing: This is a powerful time to let go of old emotional gunk, especially stuff you usually keep hidden. Therapy, journaling, or creative work can help process things you barely knew were there.
- Spiritual Insights: Since both Neptune and Pluto can be very spiritual, you might have flashes of intuition, mystical experiences, or suddenly “get” how everything connects on a soul level- even if it’s hard to describe in words.
- Transforming Addictions or Bad Habits: If you’ve got patterns of escape (addictions, compulsions, self-sabotage), this transit can help you see where they came from and start shifting them in subtle but profound ways.
- Creativity Unlocked: Many people find their imagination goes wild, almost uncontrollably. If you’re an artist or a writer, channeling that dreamlike, shadowy energy can make for really powerful work.
- Power in Surrender: Learning to trust that you don’t have to control everything can be transformational now. Sometimes, just letting go is the bravest and wisest thing you can do- and this transit helps teach you that.
- Building Compassion: As you see your own messiness and confusion, you might become way more compassionate for other people and their struggles, too.
How the Sign of Transiting Neptune Modifies This Transit Quincunx to Natal Pluto
Read the one for the current sign of transiting Neptune.
- Transiting Neptune in Aries: Makes the transit more impulsive and even confusing about new beginnings. You might feel a weird push to chase dreams but keep doubting your next move.
- Transiting Neptune in Taurus: Brings up issues around money, self-worth, and comfort. Dreams might clash with practical stuff- like wanting something deeper but feeling stuck with routines or material needs.
- Transiting Neptune in Gemini: Communication can get really foggy. You might notice misunderstandings, or feel torn between what’s logical and what just “feels right” to you, making it harder to express your inner changes.
- Transiting Neptune in Cancer: Adds emotional confusion. Family, home, or past memories bubble up and challenge your transform-or-die Pluto side, making it tough to know what you truly need emotionally.
- Transiting Neptune in Leo: Your creativity and self-expression feel blurry. You want to shine, but you’re unsure about what makes you special, or how to stand out without losing your sense of self.
- Transiting Neptune in Virgo: Everyday routines, work, and health stuff become tangled. Hard to figure out where you’re being too rigid or too dreamy, and you might feel especially spaced out by all the details.
- Transiting Neptune in Libra: Relationships and partnerships get complicated. You could feel caught between wanting closeness and fearing loss of control or trust, making it tricky to find harmony.
- Transiting Neptune in Scorpio: Deep feelings, secrets, and taboos are more intense and mysterious. It’s hard to separate your personal shadows from collective stuff, leading to confusion about what needs to transform.
- Transiting Neptune in Sagittarius: Your beliefs and life philosophies can get muddled. You might question what’s real and what’s just a comforting dream, making it hard to trust your vision for the future.
- Transiting Neptune in Capricorn: Career plans and ambitions seem foggy. It’s challenging to keep boundaries with authority figures, and you might feel lost about what kinds of success are actually meaningful.
- Transiting Neptune in Aquarius: Friendships, community ties, and group goals could get weird or idealized. It’s easy to lose yourself in groupthink or feel disconnected from your deeper need for transformation.
- Transiting Neptune in Pisces: Spirituality and intuition turn up to the max. The line between your own feelings and everyone else’s gets really thin, making it confusing to know what to let go of and what to hold onto.