Empowered makeover vibes
Here’s what to do and not do when you have a Pluto Sextile Ascendant transit. Below that are some interesting things about this transit.
Avoid During This Transit
- Don’t try to force big changes in your appearance or identity. You might feel a push to transform, but take it slow- no drastic haircuts or total life makeovers just yet.
- Avoid getting into power struggles with friends or coworkers. Pluto energy can make things intense, so pick your battles and don’t let a small disagreement turn dramatic.
- Don’t ignore your intuition. If something feels off about a person or situation, trust your gut instead of brushing it off.
- Steer clear of keeping secrets or hiding important stuff from people close to you. Secrets might come out now, and trust can get tested.
- Don’t cling to old habits or outdated parts of your identity just because it’s comfortable. Pluto wants you to grow, but forcing it too fast can backfire- just don’t resist every change either.
- Avoid making promises you can’t keep. It’s easy to feel extra confident or persuasive right now, but stay realistic about what you can actually do.
- Don’t ignore your health or physical needs. Stress might sneak up on you during this time, so take care of yourself and set boundaries if people demand too much.
- Avoid manipulating situations or people to get your way. Even though you might feel more persuasive, it’s best to stay honest and open.
- Don’t shut out deep conversations just because they feel heavy. You might want to avoid “deep stuff,” but facing things head-on is healthier right now.
- Steer clear of risky behaviors just to prove something to yourself or others. Stay grounded and remind yourself that slow, steady growth is more powerful than quick fixes.
Do During This Transit
- Work on personal transformation- don’t be afraid to dig deep and let go of old habits or self-doubt.
- Strengthen your personal boundaries and learn to say “no” when you need to.
- Connect with people who inspire you or challenge you to grow.
- Start projects that require persistence and a long-term focus.
- Let yourself explore your inner motivations- therapy, journaling, or self-reflection can be super helpful now.
- Step up as a leader or take on more responsibility in your community or friend group.
- Collaborate with powerful or resourceful people; teamwork can change your life right now.
- Get rid of stuff (physical, emotional, or mental) that’s just holding you back.
- Work on your appearance, style, or even your overall presence- make changes that reflect who you’re becoming.
- Be open to deep connections and honest conversations with others.
- Trust that subtle changes you make now can have a big impact down the road.
What’s interesting about this transit?
When Pluto forms a sextile to your natal Ascendant, you might not find tons of interpretations in everyday astrology columns- especially from the older or ancient texts. But, if you dig deep into those less-touched books and manuscripts, here are some rare gems and quirky ideas that show up:
- Shadow Allies: Some 17th-century astrologers believed that a supportive Pluto aspect could bring an influential hidden ally into your life- someone operating behind the scenes, kind of like a secret mentor or even a “guardian spirit.”
- Mystical Masks: Surprising mentions say this transit could let you “wear another person’s face.” In other words, you might find it easy to slip into other roles, or even become involved in rituals, theater, or forms of magical disguise.
- The Initiate’s Test: In some mystic texts, this transit is said to signal a time where one passes “the test of the threshold”- meaning you’re invited to confront and work alongside your own shadow, rather than against it, but in a manageable, less traumatic way than Pluto’s harsher transits.
- Physical Vitality Shifts: There are also obscure notes on “fortifying bodily humors,” suggesting your physical energy and presence can subtly improve, letting you recover from previous stresses with unexpected strength.
- Encountering the Underworld: One old Italian astrologer wrote that this transit can literally mean a “visit to the underground,” which could translate as being drawn to underground clubs, hidden knowledge, or secret societies.
Experiencing This Transit
So, what’s it really like when Pluto is sextiling your Ascendant? Sextile aspects are all about opportunity. They don’t force anything on you, but they do offer a door you can walk through- if you choose.
With Pluto, the planet of deep transformation, power, and the unconscious, making this easy-going sextile with your Ascendant (which is basically your personal vibe and the “face” you show the world), the results can feel subtle, but pretty powerful if you tune in.
Challenges during this transit
- Subtle Power Struggles: You might find yourself feeling extra sensitive to “vibes” from others. Sometimes, people could project their hidden issues onto you, or you might attract controlling or intense types. It’s not always overt, but it can feel like you’re dodging some weird emotional energies.
- Losing Your Old Persona: If you’ve been used to acting a certain way, people might notice you changing- even if you’re not trying to. This can make friends or family suspicious or even a little weirded out.
- Attracting Secrets: For some, an odd side effect is becoming a magnet for other people’s secrets or confessions. You might get sucked into drama or situations you had no idea were brewing.
- Obsessive Self-Reflection: There’s a danger of getting a little obsessed with self-analysis or personal transformation, almost like you can’t stop picking at your personality, looking for stuff to change.
Opportunities during this transit
- Personal Growth Boost: This transit is great for anyone who wants to evolve personally, emotionally, or spiritually. You can change old habits, attitudes, or ways you show up in the world with less resistance than usual. It’s easier to let go of what doesn’t fit.
- New Depth in Relationships: It’s a good time to connect more deeply with others. People may sense your authenticity and gravitate toward you for your honesty and insight. You can make real breakthroughs in understanding people’s motives.
- Increased Charisma: Pluto’s influence makes you seem more magnetic or even mysterious. Others might pay attention to you in new ways without you having to try.
- Smart Boundary Setting: You’re more capable of quietly shifting the way you interact with folks who drain you or who’ve been subtly pushing your buttons. Think peaceful, but powerful, boundary upgrades.
- Creative or Spiritual Openings: If you’re into anything artistic, metaphysical, or psychological, this is a great stretch for diving into deeper material and coming up with unique ideas or insights.
It’s really a time when you can claim more of your personal power, tweak your style, and become less “surface level” in how you engage with life, all in a way that feels natural- not forced.
How the Sign of Transiting Pluto Modifies This Transit Sextile to Natal Ascendant
Read the one for the current sign of transiting Pluto.
- Transiting Pluto in Aries: You’ll feel more fired up to take the lead in your life, and you might reinvent your personal style or image in bold ways.
- Transiting Pluto in Taurus: Changes come with a focus on stability- think deep shifts in your values or how you handle money and comfort.
- Transiting Pluto in Gemini: Your curiosity gets intense, and you’ll find it easier to change how you communicate and network.
- Transiting Pluto in Cancer: Emotional growth becomes powerful, and family or home dynamics shift in healing or transformative ways.
- Transiting Pluto in Leo: You’ll feel compelled to express yourself more creatively, step into the spotlight, or gain confidence in your personal flair.
- Transiting Pluto in Virgo: Subtle but strong improvements happen in your daily routine, health, or helpfulness toward others.
- Transiting Pluto in Libra: Relationships and partnerships go through deep, revitalizing changes- balance gets easier to find.
- Transiting Pluto in Scorpio: You get a turbo boost for personal growth; working through old baggage feels natural and empowering.
- Transiting Pluto in Sagittarius: There’s a hunger for new experiences. Travel, higher knowledge, or exploring beliefs can transform you now.
- Transiting Pluto in Capricorn: Ambition and discipline help you overhaul your goals. Career and status upgrades feel possible without too many blocks.
- Transiting Pluto in Aquarius: Embracing your uniqueness and community involvement gets a big lift- social circles literally transform you.
- Transiting Pluto in Pisces: Your intuition deepens and you’re drawn to spiritual or artistic changes that affect how you show up in the world.