Astrology Observations N°11
Solar Return Edition
Previously, we’ve taken a look at the Solar Return and some of its manifestations. If you haven’t yet, please feel free to check out the last two observations: [1] [2]
All of these are based off of my own experiences, and dedicated to my loved ones who inspired me to make this post! Please take the information with a grain of salt if it does not resonate, as astrology can manifest in many different ways— other than the suggested notes below.
⋆.*⃝̥◌ Having Aries on your 5H in the Solar Return may indicate a new hobby that relates to exercising or sports! This is because the 5H governs hobbies, while in medical astrology, Aries governs both the muscles and overall body
Ex. A client of mine had a 5H Aries with Chiron, and they confirmed how they’ve been focusing on taking care of their body during their Solar Return year! Chiron especially brings in healing through this area of life as well
⋆.*⃝̥◌ If you have Mercury in the 11H of your Solar Return chart, you may want to write down your manifestations throughout the year! This could be really beneficial for planning out your future, especially since Mercury refers to writing, while the 11H is about our dreams and ambitions
⋆.*⃝̥◌ A Solar Return 5H overlaying the Natal 2H could result in many manifestations, but not limited to— earnings from a hobby or spending on entertainment, and/or dating
⋆.*⃝̥◌ Since the 8H governs debts, loans and taxes, you can figure out what you’ll be spending a lot of your finances on by looking at the 8H sign of your Solar Return and/or the degrees of the planets within!
Ex. I had Uranus with a Pisces degree (24°) in my 8H one year, and donated a lot of my money through online resources. Both Uranus and Pisces have associations to the collective, humanity, and altruism. Uranus moreover governs technology or social media, while Pisces governs charity!
My friend had her Uranus with a Libra degree (7°) in the 8H, and she spent a lot through online shopping on clothes and beauty throughout that year
⋆.*⃝̥◌ Having your Solar Return Venus sitting in your Natal 1H/ASC or 10H/MC may suggest a glow up that year! The former refers to your physical appearance becoming more aligned with your identity, while the latter refers to your public image
⋆.*⃝̥◌ You may want to pay attention to your stomach or gut health if your Solar Return has Moon in the 6H of health and wellness! Throughout the year, there may be fluctuations in your routine… and this may cause some emotional disruptions or anxiety. Hence, this could result in issues regarding how you treat your eating habits and therefore stomach health
⋆.*⃝̥◌ Having your Solar Return Mercury in Natal 9H or 12H can refer to learning new languages, travel or meeting many people of a different background (ie. religious, ethnic, etc) throughout the year. This could be explained as Mercury governs communication, journeys, and peers— whereas the 9th and 12th houses refer to foreign affairs
⋆.*⃝̥◌ You may become more comfortable with revealing your hidden secrets or traumas to your friends when the Solar Return 12H overlays your Natal 11H
Ex. My best friend had this placement in the past year, and while I can’t specify what the trauma is about in this post— I could certainly say her vulnerabilities were more apparent
⋆.*⃝̥◌ While having the Solar Return 12H overlaying the Natal 10H could refer to traumas being noticeable to the public that year, it could also refer to being more open about one’s spiritual practices or making a career out of it
Ex. I have this in my current Solar Return, and can confirm how I’ve been able to make work out of my knowledge surrounding 12H themes
⋆.*⃝̥◌ If you have your Solar Return rising in Scorpio, you might be torn between being perceived and hidden (especially online) throughout the year… This can be explained as the 4H will likely be in Aquarius, 8H likely in Gemini, and Leo— the brightest of them all… on your Midheaven.
Both Aquarius and Gemini refer to social interactions! But since they’re in houses that aren’t as noticeable, there’s an indication that you may want to hide or keep your friendships and/or online presence low-key. However… the Leo suggests that there may be a need to put oneself out there If you also Natally have a Scorpio rising and Leo midheaven, you’re being tested on how you present yourself throughout the year
⋆.*⃝̥◌ You may want to check where Pluto is in your Solar Return chart in order to find out where you’ll experience jealousy!
Ex. 3H Pluto - Jealousy from childhood or local peers, neighbours, and/or younger siblings
11H Pluto - Jealousy from friends, a collective or online communities, and older or adoptive siblings
⋆.*⃝̥◌ You may also want to check where Mars is in your Solar Return chart in order to find out where you’ll experience frustrations, arguments or simply spurts of energy and passion!
Ex. 1H Mars - Frustrations towards the Self, identity or an active change towards this area of life
5H Mars - Frustrations or arguments with the inner child, one’s hobbies or interests, and/or confidence. Otherwise this points towards an active change and passion in these pursuits
9H Mars - Frustrations or arguments with school authorities, the law, beliefs, knowledge, education, and/or in-laws. Otherwise this points towards an active change and passion here
⋆.*⃝̥◌ Neptune in the 4H of your Solar Return may point to some mysterious health concerns within the home, especially if it aspects the 6H… otherwise emotions may be running deep throughout this year
⋆.*⃝̥◌ You may want to redecorate your home or spend a lot more on aesthetics if you have Taurus, Libra (2°, 7°, 14°, 19°, 26°) or Venus in your 4H! This is because these signs, degrees, and planet all refer to comfort, harmony, and beauty
⋆.*⃝̥◌ Having your Solar Return 3H overlay your Natal 7H may suggest a lot of teaching and learning from your overall relationships throughout the year! You can check which sign is on the cusp or the planets and degrees in this house to see what you’ll learn or how the communication will go:
Ex. Chiron in the 7H - A lot of healing and reflection on your past relationships.
Libra in the 7H - Potential conversations about politics, art, and/or relationships in general. You may also learn how to better balance and compromise in your connections.
⋆.*⃝̥◌ You’ll likely notice a growth in your online social following when you have your Solar Return Midheaven overlaying your Natal 11H! This is because your public persona or even career is aligning with your dreams, ambitions, and influence on others
⋆.*⃝̥◌ Having Fixed Star Regulus (29° Leo) conjunct a planet in your Solar Return will likely bring fame or recognition to that house or planet themes! Unless there is Saturn influence, that fame can quickly fall through due to a growing ego
Ex. Regulus conjunct Mercury - Recognition through one’s words. Hypothetically if it is in the 11H, the native could gain attention for something they’ve said online. This “fame” could even potentially lead them to saying things that’ll reveal their true colours, and as a result have them cancelled. Otherwise, they may experience some drama (due to the Leonian influence) and gossip…
⋆.*⃝̥◌ Having Libra as your Solar Return rising could indicate an injustice that will be brought to focus within the year. After all, Libra governs the scales and is represented by Lady Justice!
You’ll have to see where your Solar Return Venus (your chart ruler) falls within the Natal chart in order to determine the area of life it will affect
Ex. A client of mine had their Solar Return Venus in the 6H of work. This house overlayed their Natal 9H that governs law and contracts… There was an ongoing issue at work that has been brought to focus due to legal and ethic concerns.
⋆.*⃝̥◌ Please don’t forget to drink water if you have Aries/Mars in your Solar Return 6H!
Since the 6H governs your daily routines, having this placement will likely show how you’re going to be busy throughout the year. Therefore, there may be a tendency to forget your hydration needs. In Medical Astrology, Aries/Mars furthermore governs dryness, as well as the head and brain. Now what happens when we’re dehydrated? Possible headaches or migraines… So take care of yourselves!
⋆.*⃝̥◌ Having your Solar Return Saturn conjunct the angle or in your 3H indicates a need for discipline and structure in one’s writing. This may especially be necessary if you’re working in communications, planning on applying to jobs or higher education, and/or publishing a book during this year
