Intense Spiritual Unraveling
Here’s what to do and not do when you have a Neptune Sesquisquare Pluto transit. Below that are some interesting things about this transit.
Avoid During This Transit
- Don’t make any big, life-changing decisions without thinking them through- things can look foggier than they really are right now.
- Try not to get caught up in any secrets or shady dealings; this transit can make it easier to get tangled in stuff you didn’t mean to.
- Avoid getting obsessed with mystical or conspiracy theories; your imagination is extra active, so it’s easier to fall down the rabbit hole.
- Don’t ignore your mental health. If you’re feeling extra anxious, paranoid, or confused, ask for help instead of bottling it up.
- Refrain from manipulating people or trying to control situations behind the scenes- it can really backfire with this energy.
- Be careful with escapism (like too much drinking, drugs, or binge-watching), as you could be more tempted to avoid reality now.
- Don’t blindly trust everyone, no matter how convincing they sound. Misunderstandings and deception are more common in this period.
- Skip any power struggles or trying to “win” at all costs- this transit makes things murky, and you might not see the whole picture.
- Avoid holding grudges or trying to get revenge. Try to let things go, even if that feels tough.
- Don’t make promises you can’t keep or exaggerate just to please others- you might regret it later when reality comes crashing back in.
Do During This Transit
- Reflect on your deeper fears and desires- this transit stirs up stuff from way below the surface.
- Keep a dream journal- your dreams might be full of symbols and messages right now.
- Let go of control where you can- sometimes it’s better to surrender than to force things.
- Embrace spiritual or mystical practices, like meditation, prayer, or tarot.
- Be gentle with yourself if you feel confused or lost- this is a time for unraveling, not clarity.
- Tidy up your emotional baggage. Forgive yourself and others, and release old grudges.
- Explore psychological therapies, especially those dealing with the subconscious or past traumas.
- Accept that some truths will stay hidden for now- you’re not meant to know everything just yet.
- Channel intense emotions into creative outlets like writing, music, or art.
- Look out for illusions or secrets- don’t take everything at face value.
- Spend time near water if you can- it helps soothe Neptune and Pluto energies.
- Trust your intuition a little more, even when it doesn’t “make sense.”
What’s interesting about this transit?
All right, you don’t hear about Neptune sesquisquare (135°) Pluto every day- this is one of those quirky “minor” aspects that old-school astrology books sometimes get poetic about. Let’s dig up some of those offbeat interpretations:
- Veiled Power Exchanges: Some old texts talk about this aspect as “shadow hands behind the throne.” Weird power plays can bubble up beneath the surface- think puppet masters you don’t even see, or influence coming from the least expected places.
- Obsession With Lost Wisdom: Older authors sometimes said this transit points to an urge to recover “cosmic secrets” or lost mystical knowledge- like suddenly finding yourself obsessed with Atlantis, hidden codes in music, or obscure books.
- Fog of the Ancestors: There are interpretations that suggest ancestral issues, family ghosts, or karmic patterns might tangle things up now- this isn’t always literal, but you might feel haunted by choices made long before you were born.
- Sacrifice and Purification: Some ancient astrologers believed this aspect could bring up events where old ways need to “die” mysteriously for deeply-hidden parts of the psyche to be purified, like alchemy done in secret.
- Destiny’s Eraser: Very old texts hint at the revision or erasure of contracts- soul contracts, even. So, things you thought were set in stone might just… dissolve.
- The Sorcerer’s Misdirection: There’s a thread in esoteric astrology that links this aspect to sleight-of-hand, not just literally, but in life- things show up disguised or important information is intentionally muddled.
- Alchemy of the Invisible: Jupiter and Saturn get all the fame for transformation, but this minor Neptune-Pluto connection is sometimes seen as a subtle, dissolving force working on your deepest complexes, whether or not you realize it.
Experiencing This Transit
This Neptune sesquisquare Pluto transit isn’t one most people notice until it’s already done its thing. There’s a weird, intense undercurrent to this time- it’s like you’re watching a mystery movie and only catching every third clue. There’s a push-pull between fantasy and hard truth, power and surrender, idealism and obsession.
Challenges during this transit
- Feeling lost or confused about your purpose: It’s common to look at your ambitions, relationships, or self-image and realize you’re not sure what’s real anymore. You might second-guess the things you’ve always wanted, or wonder if you’re being honest with yourself.
- Temptation to escape or control: Some people deal with this foggy stress by diving into fantasy, binging on distractions, or trying to rule things with an iron fist. Neither works for very long, leading to more frustration.
- Strange power struggles: You can find yourself wrapped up in control dramas you didn’t start- maybe at work, in your family, or with friends. A lot of times, it’s hard to even name what the fight is really about.
- Obsession with secrets or conspiracies: There’s a danger now of getting sucked into rabbit holes- deep-diving into secrets, or seeing sinister patterns that might not be real.
- Ancestral or old emotional baggage: Odd feelings or old traumas might come up- sometimes stuff you thought was settled ages ago. It’s like your emotional closet suddenly needs spring cleaning.
Opportunities during this transit
- Letting go of outdated power plays: If you’ve been hanging onto grudges, trying to force outcomes, or obsessing over things beyond your control, this transit can help you surrender that dead weight- awkward, but ultimately freeing.
- Heightened intuition and dream life: Your gut feelings and dreams might be extra vivid now. You can pick up on stuff under the surface, or spot strange synchronicities. It’s a great time to journal, meditate, or work with symbols and art.
- Deep psychological breakthroughs: If you go gently into your own shadows- with therapy, creative work, or spiritual reflection- you can discover hidden strengths and let go of big fears.
- Letting mysteries be mysterious: Instead of chasing every unknown, you can start to feel more comfortable not having every answer. Sometimes not knowing is a kind of power too.
- Creative reinvention: If you already do anything creative, this is an awesome (though sometimes weird) phase for uncovering new styles, working with dreams, or making art from things most people ignore.
- Uncovering lost wisdom or skills: Sometimes something you put down years ago- an interest, a talent, even a spiritual practice- gets resurrected now in a surprising way that feels really right.
How the Sign of Transiting Neptune Modifies This Transit Sesquisquare to Natal Pluto
Read the one for the current sign of transiting Neptune.
- Transiting Neptune in Aries: Sparks a restless desire to break out of old patterns. You might feel impatient with anything that seems fake or limiting and could have flashes of inspiration to change your life suddenly.
- Transiting Neptune in Taurus: Makes you question what you value and where you feel secure. You could feel vague dissatisfaction with material stuff and routines, wanting more meaning, but not sure how to find it.
- Transiting Neptune in Gemini: Your mind races with ideas and fantasies about what needs to change. Communication can become confusing, and you might read between the lines a bit too much, imagining secrets everywhere.
- Transiting Neptune in Cancer: Emotions and memories bubble up, so there’s a push-pull between clinging to the past and a fuzzy longing for some imagined ideal. Family mysteries or old wounds might resurface.
- Transiting Neptune in Leo: You’re drawn to expressing yourself in dreamy, artistic ways, but might struggle with confusing ego issues. There can be drama about being seen or recognized, mixed with a craving for spiritual meaning.
- Transiting Neptune in Virgo: Everyday routines could feel meaningless, or you might get obsessed with fixing things that seem “off.” Perfectionism and confusion can swirl together, making it hard to know what needs real improvement.
- Transiting Neptune in Libra: You may question your relationships or ideals about harmony. Partnerships can seem mysterious, and you might fantasize about a perfect connection, while old trust issues pop up.
- Transiting Neptune in Scorpio: Extra intensity and mystery show up. You’re drawn to secrets, taboos, or deep emotional stuff, but it’s easy to get lost in suspicion or obsessive thinking about power and control.
- Transiting Neptune in Sagittarius: There’s a strong urge to escape or find truth in something bigger. You could swing between wild faith and feeling let down, or wander into new beliefs that make you rethink what you’ve always “known.”
- Transiting Neptune in Capricorn: You might doubt all the usual rules and structures in your life. Career dreams and authority issues become foggy, and it can be tough to see what’s real versus what’s just wishful thinking about success.
- Transiting Neptune in Aquarius: Social ideals get a little murky, and you could start doubting the groups or movements you belong to. There’s a wish for real change in the world, but it’s hard to know who to trust or what’s truly possible.
- Transiting Neptune in Pisces: Heightens your dreams and sense of intuition, but also brings more confusion and sensitivity. You might get swept away by feelings, art, or spirituality, making it hard to ground yourself in practical changes.