May 10-June 30, 2023: MARS in CANCER: PUT YOUR OXYGEN MASK ON FIRST

MARS in CANCER: PUT YOUR OXYGEN MASK ON FIRST

Mars will be in sidereal Cancer from May 10 until June 30, 2023. Fiery action-oriented Mars is said to be in its detriment in sensitive security-driven Cancer. The two couldn’t be more opposite: Cancer’s motivation is to offer comfort, nourishment and safe haven while Mars’ gift is to see where there’s a need for change or activism, and quickly leaps into action. However, this combo can get so protective and emotionally charged that it can either withdraw completely, or react in an almost unhinged way.

Mars is the warrior. Cancer is the mama. Together they can be fierce protectors. During the next 7 weeks, this combo is offering us time to reflect on where we need to feel more aligned, and to take action on it. Try to honor the healing space Mars in Cancer is offering even when it’s uncomfortable. 

The bigger lesson/gift of this transit is its ability to bring to the surface the emotional scars that have been at play deep within. In order to receive true unapologetic self care, we need to begin to address any underlying pain and release from the tired identities rooted in old trauma. This can feel overwhelming. Thankfully all self care helps us take bolder steps each day in reclaiming our needs. 

Some things to consider:

What truly makes you feel loved, held, cared for and heard? Are you doing these things? Do your loved ones know what these are for you? One of Mars in Cancer’s shadow sides is it doesn’t say what it wants until it’s upset about not getting it. This is our chance to identify what makes us feel secure and supported. Sharing this is key for it to become a consistent part of life. 

As caretakers, we know we can’t help our loved ones unless we take care of ourselves. Creating a “dinacharya” or a personalized daily routine is the foundation of self care. In Ayurveda, the dinacharya gives us dedicated time to ourselves where we honor all aspects of ourselves: mind, body, soul. What components of your day bring about happiness, comfort, security, calm and strength for you? Are you consistently doing them, thereby honoring your needs? If not or not enough, Mars in Cancer is an excellent time for radical self care. 

 :::PEACE:::