Uranus is about to begin his retrograde journey, starting from September 2 and lasting all the way until January 31, 2025. This six-month odyssey is bound to take you on a powerful and memorable inward journey – a journey of discovering your inner freedom, a journey of embracing change, a journey of understanding the radical shifts that have taken place in your world over the last few years.
Taurus | 19 April– 20 May This transit is taking place in headstrong Taurus, pushing you to evaluate your growth as it relates to your self-value. Uranus ingressed into Taurus on May 15, 2018, and will continue to visit this sensual, embodied and materially savvy earth sign until April 2026. This planet symbolises awakening. Like the fire that the mythical Prometheus stole, the principle of Uranus is to shake up our foundations, to bring us to an awareness of our power, our freedom. He’s here to liberate us with his lightning bolts of radical, unprecedented and unexpected change.
Taurus, on the other hand, is the principle of stability. Of routine. Of consistency, comfort and sensual pleasure. Taurus, most definitely, does not like change – at least not when it’s suddenly imposed. If they instigate the change, well, it’s an entirely different story.
The earth sign is focused on material comforts, so the next months will be a period of re-evaluating your values, sense of security, relationships, evaluating self-worth, and changing what you’ve needed to feel supported and stable. Since Taurus rules material goods on a larger scale, Uranus’ backtrack is going through changes in terms of finances.
So, what happens now that Uranus is moving retrograde?
Despite the abrupt shifts that Uranus retrograde is known for heralding, the effects are typically subtle. But that doesn’t mean it won’t send shockwaves. The revolutionary planet is recapping the long-term progress you’ve made, so you may want to know how Uranus retrograde will affect your zodiac sign. The fixed signs - namely, Taurus, Scorpio, Aquarius and Leo - will be most affected, especially if any major points or planets (Sun, Moon or Rising) are between 28 and 24 degrees of this sign.
In order to understand what happens when Uranus is retrograde, it's important to consider how the planet affects us when it's moving forward. Under normal circumstances, the awakener planet brings surprises — for better or worse — and encourages innovation. When Uranus syncs up with, squares off against, or opposes other planets in the sky or in your birth chart, it urges you to question the norm, strengthening your capacity to embrace change.
However, when Uranus moves backward, its electric, change-making energy chills out a bit. Instead of pushing for external, apparent, concrete change, you could be inspired to embrace rebellion and revolution in a more internal, psychological way. This time offers everyone an opportunity to rethink larger life goals like how you're going about looking for a partner or pursuing your long-term professional aspirations.
Uranus retrogrades occur once every year and last roughly five months, but spend seven years in each sign. In astrology, Uranus is an outer planet, which means the planet reflects your growth and patterns in the long-term. The progressive planet represents change and rebellion, so you may notice disruptions and abrupt shifts during its planetary backtrack. It’s a big-picture planet, so you’ll be taking apart the lessons you’ve learned in the grand scheme of things.
Collectively, we will all be experiencing some kind of upheaval and chaos, especially seeing as the four other transpersonal planets (Jupiter, Saturn, Neptune and Pluto), will also be retrograde, during September and some of October. Phew! This is certainly a cosmic moment to be doing the deep, inner work, to be digging into our souls and coming with the treasures that only retrogrades can bring.
Moreover, we'll be looking at themes of environmentalism, capitalism, currency, food production, manufacturing of goods, supply chain issues, and workplace revolution. We'll start to see that the internal structures surrounding these major parts of society aren't working the way they need to.
Uranus retrograde will both weaken and emphasise the energy of this planet. The innovative changes that we’ve come to expect in the realm of Taurus – relationships, food, security, finances (think crypto), and agriculture – will be delayed, slowed down, revisited.
For us personally, it means reviewing our own values and inviting change, because as hard as it is, it’s here to set us free. Uranus is the great liberator, after all. Relationships may go topsy-turvy, as will our material world. Remaining grounded during this time through time in nature and connection to our own bodies, our somatic system, is encouraged.
So, whilst you may not feel as if much is going on externally, you need to trust that plenty is being shifted within. This is exactly what needs to happen if you wish to ensure that the new foundations that you are creating will stand the test of time.
ALGOL (caput) | The "Demon" StarThis final retrograde is especially potent due to Uranus’s alignment with the fixed star Algol at 26 degrees Taurus during October. Algol, often referred to as the "Demon Star," is infamous for its intense, turbulent energy and its association with myths of beheading and destruction. In ancient astrology, Algol was feared, seen as a harbinger of misfortune and chaos. However, Algol's energy is also one of profound resilience. It represents the ability to face overwhelming challenges and emerge transformed.
The conjunction of Uranus with Algol during this retrograde could bring intense upheavals in areas governed by Taurus—our home life, relationships, and financial structures may be tested in ways that feel overwhelming or even destructive. Yet, within this cosmic turbulence lies the potential for profound transformation. The key is to maintain our composure, to keep our heads metaphorically, even as the energies around us swirl with intensity. What might initially appear as a curse could, in fact, be an opportunity to shed old, limiting patterns and embrace a new, more empowered way of being.
How Uranus Retrograde 2024-2025 Will Affect Your Zodiac Sign
If Your Zodiac Sign Is Aries ♈
Uranus retrograde in Taurus can bring frustrations over your resources and stability, Aries. If things haven’t gone how you’ve wanted them to, you may feel insecure and lie you don’t have enough, but you likely need to look at the situation differently.
Your finances might be in flux (and this upcoming Uranus retrograde will make you realise why). Affecting your money, this retrograde is encouraging you to rethink your relationship with money, Aries. Before you commit to a financial plan, budget, or go on a shopping spree, try to understand what it is you’re trying to gain from this purchase. You don’t need fancy items to define you. Let your spirit and heart speak to the person you are on the inside.
This flux is also shaking up your foundations, pushing you to identify the things you need to feel safe and secure. You'll have to look at the material circumstances that are changing, but it's also best to look within and ask what these changes mean for you on an internal level.
Don't forget to read your Weekly or your Monthly Horoscope.
If Your Zodiac Sign Is Taurus ♉
This Uranus retrograde falls in your sign and, therefore, your first house of self, Taurus. Over the next few months, you'll be reflecting on how to best pursue goals tied to your personal brand and identity.
This period can feel like a complete rebrand, and it may feel extremely intense, being that you’re a fixed earth sign who values stability. Although you're very much a creature of habit, you might feel more compelled to break out of stale patterns and ruts. Avoid repressing these changes and open up to reinventing yourself. Change — at least in terms of how you're thinking about long-term passion projects and aspirations — will feel comfier and more secure than continuing down the same old path.
If you've identified too heavily with an old version of yourself, or if you keep trying to squeeze your self-concept into an outdated structure, the retrograde will show you what's no longer working and where changes might need to be made on a very personal level.
Don't forget to read your Weekly or your Monthly Horoscope.
If Your Zodiac Sign Is Gemini ♊
As a mutable sign that’s fantastic at multitasking and adapting, this may not be such a bad retrograde for you! However, as versatile as you are, when things go awry, you can run into issues with overstimulation or impatience. The Taurus energy presented to you right now is going to push you to the ground and centre when things feel beyond your control
Uranus retrograde may have you spending a lot of time in your head, Gemini. In the recent past, you didn't want to make any changes in your life because you fear the unknown.This is a great moment to pause and evaluate the spiritual shifts you’ve experienced as you prepare to get deep. Whatever you’ve been tucking away will come to light right now, so brace yourself.
If you've been isolating yourself from the outside world too much for any reason, Uranus retrograde can cause a loss of rest time in order to bring you back. Conversely, if you’ve been on a social kick, you may be asked to retreat to your safe space to reset.
However, you might be feeling more open-minded than ever, which is encouraging you to take the necessary steps towards growth that are needed at the moment. Now, you can do so without hesitation because you’re not scared.
Don't forget to read your Weekly or your Monthly Horoscope.
If Your Zodiac Sign Is Cancer ♋
Being one of the more psychic zodiac signs, you may feel this retrograde on both a personal and collective level. For this reason, you could be tempted to retreat and stay cosy at home when things get messy. An important lesson for you this period will be about stepping up to any unexpected issues that arise. This will also be an extremely creative time for you, and the universe is going to push you toward manifesting your ideas into the material realms. This retrograde period, come out of your shell more, Cancer, and let the world see you!
This transit is shaking up your friendship circle, Cancer, but it could be deeper than integrating into a new friend group. Rather, Uranus retrograde is helping you evaluate how you show up in your relationship and society as a whole — it’s about finding a community and belonging. Be open to aligning with people with whom you would never have previously considered friends. You have more in common with certain people than you think, because you might find that your understanding of a group dynamic is evolving. Plus, people are starting to surprise you! This is all the more reason to lean into and embrace the friendships that transcend your previous mindset.
Don't forget to read your Weekly or your Monthly Horoscope.
If Your Zodiac Sign Is Leo ♌
All the momentum you’ve been experiencing in your career trajectory is beginning to slow down now that Uranus is stationing retrograde. This may be causing you to feel majorly frustrated, especially if you’ve been feeling dependent on a certain level of success in order to feel satisfied with yourself.
You’re learning that you don’t have to move so fast in your career. Professional growth takes time. Let it happen and unfold naturally and try not to rush the process. Over the next few months, you can take a step back, slow down, and revise and perfect your plan, especially when it comes to your career. During this time, it's OK to say "no" to opportunities that aren't in line with your vision. Uranus retrograde will offer you more clarity on exactly what you want to achieve.
What do you want to be known for, Leo? Uranus retrograde brings forth revelations as it passes through the most public part of your chart. This is a major wakeup call if you’re in a professional field that is unfulfilling or if you’ve been procrastinating. Uranus' retrograde may involve some more career changes, but it's more likely that Leo is looking within themselves and asking larger questions about their overall life path.
Don't forget to read your Weekly or your Monthly Horoscope.
If Your Zodiac Sign Is Virgo ♍
As a creature of habit, you may not love all the surprises coming your way during this retrograde. However, breaking out of your routine could be good for you right now, as it will open you up to new possibilities. This is also the perfect time for you to examine your self-worth and look into ways you can increase your income. If you’ve been considering applying for a new job or going back to school, now is the time to act on it. On a creative level, allow yourself to be more experimental!
This transit is pushing you to make new connections with ideas or beliefs that you might have glossed over or didn’t identify with before. With Uranus retrograde in fellow earth sign Taurus, this is specifically related to your inner knowledge, which may come in the form of radical experiences. This is all about a perspective shift for Virgo. This is a great time to re-examine your value system and redefine your self-worth by expanding your mind. Virgo is at a turning point with their moral compass somehow, certain they understand how the world works in one way or another.
However, this adventure is less about exploring the great beyond and more about exploring the great within. You may find that taking a class or going back to school will do your mind some good, as it’ll introduce you to many like-minded people who share your intellectual ideals and pursuits.
Don't forget to read your Weekly or your Monthly Horoscope.
If Your Zodiac Sign Is Libra ♎
You’re going through major changes during Uranus’ backspin, Libra. This is very much a moment of release, which is needed for transformation. Some of your values and self-image are changing right now, prompting you to let go of thinking patterns that may be obstructing your self-esteem.
Uranus' retrograde will have Libra grappling with deeper issues weighing on their psyche. Issues of karmic patterns, repressed memories, sexual inadequacies, and feeling indebted to other people and institutions might come into focus.
Unexpected money from a random acquaintance could put you in a better financial place, so wait for some breaking news surrounding your finances! As Uranus stations retrograde, you may find that you’re finally getting the pay day you’ve been waiting for. Let yourself revel in the extra funding and opt to save it for the future instead of spending impulsively on items that you may not want or like in the upcoming weeks ahead. Be practical, Libra.
Don't forget to read your Weekly or your Monthly Horoscope.
If Your Zodiac Sign Is Scorpio ♏
With Taurus as your counterpart in the zodiac, the energy of this retrograde will flow right to you. As a natural empath, you may find that others are bombarding you with their own issues, which may be difficult to back away from. Check in with your boundaries during this retrograde, avoid drama, and don’t be afraid to break free from relationships or situations that are no longer serving you. Instead of exhausting yourself trying to clean up messes for other people, take time to nurture your intellectual and artistic sides.
Changes are arising within your closest relationships, Scorpio, and your needs and desires are bubbling up to the surface. Your one-on-one relationships are very much a focus now. You may find relationship roles and dynamics changing, or find your boundaries evolving. Uranus' retrograde is going to help you gain an important new perspective on how they show up in partnerships of all kinds. They'll feel more prepared to share themselves with another person once the retrograde ends.
Friendships and relationships that have been either toxic or unfulfilling are sure to fade away as Uranus moves backward. Try not to mourn these dying connections, though! Over the next few months, you can likely gain a new perspective on these changes and discover what you want future bonds to look like as you move ahead.
Don't forget to read your Weekly or your Monthly Horoscope.
If Your Zodiac Sign Is Sagittarius ♐
Being one of the most daring zodiac signs, you’re unlikely to feel threatened by the challenges of this retrograde. However, you can sometimes run into issues around responsibility, and this might lead to some trouble. Take a look at your financial situation during this retrograde, and start making plans to pay off any debt you’ve incurred in the last few years. You’ll feel good about taking strides toward your financial future, and the universe will smile down on you for it!
Uranus is switching up your routine, Sagittarius. This transit is about making the necessary changes and evolving your established practices to your day-to-day, so you can move forth as your best self. You’re being pushed to evaluate the habits you’ve picked up and fine-tune your structure. Pay extra attention to health. If you're not taking care of your health... the retrograde might put a focus on that in order to course correct you into greater physical wellness.
Your day-to-day life is going to be more overwhelming than usual, Sagittarius! It’s time to test out new methods that allow you to manage your time more meaningfully. Instead of running from meeting to meeting without a moment to decompress, try to maintain a schedule in order to have peace of mind and create a better routine for yourself. Doing so will benefit you more by bringing steadiness to life.
Don't forget to read your Weekly or your Monthly Horoscope.
If Your Zodiac Sign Is Capricorn ♑
Capricorns sometimes get a bad rap for being cold or unemotional, but what others don’t understand is that they just value their composure! This retrograde, lets your guard down from time to time, in favour of giving your creative, silly, and innovative sides a chance to come out and play. You may find that working off the cuff or being more impulsive brings you unexpected and delightful surprises. Let all the fun and quirky sides of your personality come out to play! You may find that being more impulsive brings you unexpected and wonderful surprises that will rock your world for the better. Don’t be afraid to take some calculated risks. You know you’ve been craving some chaos lately, even if you prefer to keep your composure for the majority of the time. And if you mess up, no one is better at damage control than you!
Uranus retrograde is your artistic awakening, Capricorn. This transit is changing your serious perspective to find meaning and purpose in the creative facets of life. New talents and gifts might start to develop, and long-lost inspirations from childhood might come rushing back. This might also involve changes to your romantic life, which ultimately will bring more spontaneity and excitement in that area.
Don't forget to read your Weekly or your Monthly Horoscope.
If Your Zodiac Sign Is Aquarius ♒
This is a super personal and introspective transit for you, Aquarius. It'll influence your relationships with loved ones, your literal home, your sense of security, and your inner world. Ever since your ruling planet moved into Taurus back in 2018, it's been shaking things up around your family and home. Uranus retrograde is forcing you to strip your foundations and start from scratch in terms of what it means for you to belong and feel secure.
Something at the ground level is cracking and Aquarius is being confronted with some huge structural changes that can impact all other areas of their life. This could be your chance to build a whole new life for yourself.
You might be paving your own path in this part of your life, refusing to conform to what's expected of you. Or perhaps an unconventional form of healing like EFT tapping or psychodynamic therapy has helped seal old emotional wounds. Either way, the next few months will offer plenty of opportunities to reflect on your journey.
Don't forget to read your Weekly or your Monthly Horoscope.
If Your Zodiac Sign Is Pisces ♓
Get ready for a huge shift in mentality, Pisces. This energy is all about changing your perspective, clearing any preconceived notions, and asking you to let go of any delusions that may be causing you to lose touch with your environment and who you surround yourself with. Uranus retrograde is shaking up your mental processes so you can be more aware of what's going on around you. Something in your mundane reality needs to be liberated, so let yourself engage with your local environment differently.
You may have an uncontrollable desire to speak your mind, allowing you to be heard by those you care about. Uranus retrograde could sharpen your clarity to a high degree, encouraging you to finally come out and get something off your chest. It’s time to speak firmly and truly about what you think and believe, even if it alienates you from people who don’t understand it. However, before you know it, you’ll be connecting with people who have shared your opinions all along.
