Mars Transits to Your Birth Chart

Mars is the planet of taking direct action. It is the cosmic force that motivates and drives you. The sign and house placement of your natal Mars can give insight into the best way to expend your energy. 

Like the 1st Law of Thermodynamics, energy is neither created nor destroyed it must be transferred. If Mars energy is not transferred into some action it can build up and create an explosion, usually one that is a bit aggressive. 

For example, I have my natal Mars in Sagittarius in my 11th house. It is also conjunct my Moon is Sagittarius. My passion is connecting with my community and helping others gain a deeper understanding of life. If I do not have this in my life, my Mars will overheat and an eruption will occur. I also see this with my love of group exercise classes. I need those or else my emotional well-being suffers. 

Let’s talk about Mars transits and how they add fuel to the fire. 

Mars takes about 23 months to orbit around the Sun, spending an average of 2 months in each zodiac sign during this time. Mars retrogrades less than any other planet but when it does, it has an extra-long stay in a certain sign/house of your birth chart. 

A Mars transits to a certain house of your birth chart works as a trigger point. You will feel a greater energy or assertiveness in the area of life represented by the house Mars is transiting. That feeling of you must take action or else. Mars does bring with it the courage to face any fears associated with the action you are called to make. 

Here are some keywords on where to focus your energy for transiting Mars through each of the 12 houses:

Mars Transits to your 1st house: Moving forward with what inspires you. People may say you come off a little pushy during this time. 

Mars Transits to your 2nd house: Often putting more energy into making money during this time. Working overtime is common. 

Mars Transits to your 3rd house: Spending extra time and putting energy into your communications. Can also find yourself running lots of errands or taking short trips. 

Mars Transits to your 4th house: A good time to put energy into your home and family life. Often see renovations or home improvements during this time.  

Mars Transits to your 5th house: Time for fun and romance. Energy is best used to play sports, be more active overall, and often spend time with kids or a romantic interest. 

Mars Transits to your 6th house: Busy time! Daily work seems to pick up and you may find that you are putting more energy into your health and wellness too. 

Mars Transits to your 7th house: Your partnerships (personal and business) seems to take a lot of your energy. Often a more social time. 

Mars Transits to your 8th house: Desire for a deeper intimacy. Strong sexual energy. Energy can also be focused on how you share/spend money. 

Mars Transits to your 9th house: Motivated to travel or learn/experience something new. You may feel more fearless/adventurous.

Mars Transits to your 10th house: Your energy is focused on your career and public reputation. Often associated with starting new projects/ventures or making career changes.  

Mars Transits to your 11th house: Good time to network, make new friends, and go after your hopes/dreams. 

Mars Transits to your 12th house: Your energy is focused inward at this time. Good for doing deep spiritual/psychological work. 

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