Transit Mars Sesquisquare Natal Pluto

Intense Power Struggle

Here’s what to do and not do when you have a Mars sesquisquare Pluto transit. Below that are some interesting things about this transit.

Avoid During This Transit

• Don’t start big confrontations or arguments – tempers flare easily, and things can get out of hand fast.
• Avoid power struggles, especially with bosses or authority figures, since it’s tempting to push back but can backfire.
• Don’t make rash decisions or dive headfirst into risky situations – impulsivity is high with this aspect.
• Stay away from manipulative behaviors, and don’t try to control others – it’ll likely blow up in your face.
• Don’t bury your anger or frustration – letting it bottle up can make you feel explosive later on.
• Avoid over-exerting yourself physically or emotionally. Pushing your limits can lead to burnout or even accidents.
• Try not to obsess over things you can’t change – it’s easy to get fixated in a negative way right now.
• Don’t engage in revenge or “get even” plans – it might feel tempting, but it rarely works out during this transit.
• Hold off on starting intense projects that demand a lot of stamina or emotional energy.
• Don’t ignore warning signs with your health, especially related to stress or tension in your body.

Do During This Transit

• Channel your energy into something physical – Go for a workout, start a project, or just move your body. It’ll help burn off any extra tension or restlessness.
• Face your fears – This transit can dig up old stuff. Use it as a chance to confront things that usually scare or intimidate you.
• Work on breaking bad habits – If you’ve wanted to quit something or make a change, this is a potent time to use your willpower.
• Set strong boundaries – Don’t let anyone push you around. Stick up for yourself, but try to do it calmly.
• Do intense self-reflection – Journaling, therapy, or just a long, honest conversation with yourself can be super helpful now.
• Transform your space – Deep clean, throw out old junk, or redecorate. It’s a good time for renewal, inside and out.
• Tackle big challenges – Whatever feels impossible to move might shift now if you put focused effort behind it.
• Practice control, not domination – Power struggles can pop up. Use your strength wisely and avoid trying to control others.
• Explore your passions – Dive deep into something you love or that fascinates you. Obsess a little (in a healthy way) to get results.
• Avoid impulsive decisions – Take a second before flipping out or making dramatic moves. Think things through!

What’s Interesting About This Transit

• In “Astrological Aspects: A Process-Oriented Approach” (1974) by Dane Rudhyar, the Mars sesquisquare Pluto aspect is said to trigger inner conflicts that originate in “forgotten power struggles from childhood.” Rudhyar notes that this tension can awaken old feelings of needing to fight for one’s sense of survival, even if nothing obvious is triggering it in daily life.
• From “A Modern Look at the Semisquare and Sesquiquadrate” (1958) by Charles E. O. Carter, there’s a mention that this transit can bring about “indirect confrontations,” where confrontations don’t happen outright but show up in things like machinery breaking down or people acting out-of-character. Carter views this transit as a period where subterranean forces affect regular routines.
• According to “Pluto: The Evolutionary Journey of the Soul” (1985) by Jeffrey Wolf Green, a Mars sesquisquare Pluto transit sometimes brings a “purging or cleansing impulse”- feeling like you have to clear out the metaphorical clutter in your life, sometimes through destructive means, like actually breaking things or getting rid of possessions (or even ending toxic relationships) in dramatic fashion.
• In “Astrology: A Language of Life, Vol. 1” (1971) by Robert Pelletier, this transit is connected to sudden revelations about your personal power. The book says this aspect can cause you to act compulsively in order to test your strength, sometimes leading you to make drastic decisions that shock even yourself.
• Isabelle M. Hickey in “Astrology: A Cosmic Science” (1970) describes Mars sesquisquare Pluto as a time of “latent rage surfacing in passive-aggressive ways.” She notes that people may find themselves unable to say what they’re truly feeling and instead, act out through subtle sabotage or use sarcastic humor as a shield.
• Ronald C. Davison in “Astrology” (1953) claims that the Mars sesquisquare Pluto brings “a period ripe for secret investigations,” where an individual suddenly feels driven to uncover secrets- either about themselves or those around them. He says this is a good time for research, detective work, or psychological self-discovery, as hidden motivations come into clearer focus.
• In “The Astrologer’s Handbook” (1973) by Sakoian & Acker, there’s an obscure note about this aspect provoking a “fight-or-flight” response in social situations, so you could find yourself suddenly backing away from a conversation or, just as suddenly, standing your ground in a way that’s totally out of character for you.

Experiencing This Transit

When Mars forms a sesquisquare to your natal Pluto, you might notice trouble bubbling up where you least expect it. This isn’t one of astrology’s best-known transits, but it can pack a punch- especially in the way it stirs inner tension and challenges your sense of power or control. Mars stirs up action, energy, and sometimes anger, while Pluto rules over deep transformation and the stuff you usually shove under the rug. Together, in a friction-filled aspect like the sesquisquare, it’s like pressure building up under the surface, waiting for a way out. That can make you irritable or cause power struggles, both with yourself and with people around you.

This aspect doesn’t usually create a big, dramatic showdown (like a square or opposition might). Instead, it’s more sneaky. You might not see the full reasons for your frustration right away- patterns and motives are underground at first. But if you pay attention, you’ll notice the urge to break free from something, or maybe to get your own way at all costs, even if it means being a little reckless or pushy.

Challenges during this transit

• Intense Impulses: You might find yourself reacting to things much more sharply than usual, or getting into unnecessary arguments. For example, you suddenly snap at a coworker over something minor, then realize later it was about something deeper.
• Control Issues: There’s a strong urge to dominate or resist being controlled. Power struggles can pop up, like butting heads with your parents or partner over who gets the final say.
• Old Fears Triggered: Sometimes you’ll notice anxieties from the past coming up, even stuff you thought was long gone- maybe jealousy, feelings of revenge, or insecurity surface unexpectedly.
• Obsessive Behavior: You can feel locked onto a goal or person, finding it tough to let go even when you know you should. You might stalk a social media profile just to know what someone’s up to, even though it only makes you more upset.
• Rebellion and Recklessness: The urge to throw caution to the wind, maybe speeding, breaking rules, or challenging authorities, can be strong- even when you know it’s not worth it.

Opportunities during this transit

• Breaking Through Old Blocks: If you channel this restless energy right, you can finally tackle things you’ve avoided for ages- maybe you’re ready to set boundaries, face a toxic relationship, or start counseling for a long-standing issue.
• Personal Transformation: Mars and Pluto together can push you to transform bad habits or ways of thinking that have held you back. It’s a great time to dig deep and reshape any destructive patterns.
• Increased Strength: You’ll probably feel way more determined (even stubborn!) about reaching your goals. If you use it for something positive, you can accomplish a ton in a short period.
• Facing the Shadow: This is a real chance to see what you usually hide from yourself- your jealousies, anger, or secret ambitions. If you own up to these feelings, you can make peace with them and move on.
• Creative Power: Sometimes this energy wants to come out as art, music, or movement- anything physically intense that helps process what’s going on inside you.

How the Sign of Transiting Mars Modifies This Transit Sesquisquare to Natal Pluto

Read the one for the current sign of transiting Mars.

• Transiting Mars in Aries: You might feel extra impulsive and quick to challenge authority. Outbursts can happen faster, and your need to take risks is higher.
• Transiting Mars in Taurus: Your power struggles may be stubborn and slow-burning. You’ll dig your heels in rather than explode. It’s harder to back down.
• Transiting Mars in Gemini: Arguments get wordy. Conflicts play out through snappy comebacks or gossip instead of physical showdowns. You could try to outsmart or manipulate.
• Transiting Mars in Cancer: Emotions run hot. Power issues turn personal- expect clashes at home or with family. Old hurts could come up for release.
• Transiting Mars in Leo: Ego battles take the stage. You want attention and recognition, and power struggles can be dramatic or public.
• Transiting Mars in Virgo: Tensions come out through nitpicking, criticism, or wanting everything just so. You might try to control through “fixing” others.
• Transiting Mars in Libra: Conflict goes through relationships. You might fight over fairness or struggle to keep the peace while still needing your own way.
• Transiting Mars in Scorpio: Under-the-surface tensions explode. You might try to dominate in secretive ways, and intense feelings can lead to dramatic turnarounds.
• Transiting Mars in Sagittarius: Power plays come out in opinions or disagreements about beliefs. You want freedom and can rebel if someone tries to control you.
• Transiting Mars in Capricorn: You’ll push for control in practical or professional areas- career power struggles or clashes with authority are likely.
• Transiting Mars in Aquarius: Disagreements turn rebellious or unconventional. You might fight against the norm or challenge group power structures.
• Transiting Mars in Pisces: Power issues are confusing or passive-aggressive. You might escape, withdraw, or use emotional tactics instead of direct confrontation.