Neptune retrograde in Pisces from June 30 to December 5, 2023

Neptune rules the oceans and the seas, the mystical and hidden realm that lies below the surface of the water.
There are no limits and restrictions here. Neptune is the lord of Pisces and is the energetic bridge between the old and the new, the gateway of Aries.

From June 30, 2023, the soft blue planet Neptune will go retrograde in Pisces at 27°41 and will remain retrograde until December 5, 2023.

Neptune is the planet of enchantment, but also of illusion, deceit and glamour.

Retrograde Neptune connects us to the subconscious and our dream world.

Many live in a dream, are led by illusion and walk the road of denial. Avoiding responsibilities and escaping the harsh reality through the use of mind-altering drugs, some form of addiction or other ‘escape routes’.

Nothing is what it seems.

During this transcendent period, make sure you keep both feet on Mother Earth.
Neptune retrograde can lead to confused persons, victimization, escapism, dissatisfaction, ambiguity, deception, drug or alcohol abuse.

Neptune’s ‘Moonwalk’ allows us to see things from a different perspective. Prepare for revelations, both collective and individual…

Suppressed fears are coming to the surface right now, allowing us to understand ourselves and the reason why the things that happened on a deeper level.

Retrograde Neptune is of great influence for anyone with natal ascendant, Sun or one or more planets of Lights from 24º to 27º in Pisces in the birth chart.

Neptune’s pre-retrograde period began as early as March 9, 2023 at 24° Pisces….

The post-retrograde shadow is over from March 25, 2024 when Neptune is back at 27°38 Pisces, the point from which it went retrograde on June 30, 2023.

Neptune retrograde is a dance.
Let yourself be carried away by the ever-moving cosmic waves of Neptune.
However, don’t be caught up in the undercurrent of illusion.
Reality is just a dream when you lose sight of reality.

Special days to keep in mind during this Neptune retrograde in Pisces:

On August 22, 2023, Mars in Virgo will face Neptune retrograde in Pisces.
This opposite feels like a stalemate, like you’re stick in your life and not moving forward.

On September 20, 2023, the Sun in Virgo will be opposite Neptune retrograde in Pisces.
This contradiction can cause dissatisfaction, worry, fear and tension. The feeling of whistling in the dark…you are not being heard or you don’t get what you deserve.

On October 2, 2023, Mercury in Virgo will face retrograde Neptune in Pisces.
A planetary recipe for communication breakdown squared. Check everything three times before you leave your home or sign a contract, because things have a way of turning out differently than you expected.

On November 4, 2023, Venus in Virgo will face retrograde Neptune in Pisces.
Don’t be too trusting and don’t overspend.

Neptune in Pisces retrograde for all signs (Sun or Ascendant)

ARIES March 20 – April 19
Retrograde Neptune in your house of Cosmic Consciousness and Psyche dives deep to let go of negative feelings and self-sabotage. Aries may feel self-absorbed and burnt out. You need to slow down, for yourself, your inner peace and mental psyche.
You just need more relaxation. So try to delegate your work, Aries.
This period is favorable for a form of therapy, but also for meditation and yoga, retreat, esotericism, mysticism and spirituality. Stay away from mind-altering drugs and alcohol. Be honest and clear to yourself because of your personal development.

TAURUS April 20 – May 20
Retrograde Neptune in your House of Friendships, Group Dynamics and Social Involvement. There are many developments within the social circle, association and friendships. Things are happening behind the scenes. Are they friends of enemies?
Friends have disappeared from your life or are going to. Don’t be sad, be relieved. So-called friends are of no use to you. You deserve better, Taurus.
Neptune retrograde teaches you to separate the wheat from the chaff.

GEMINI May 21 – June 20
Retrograde Neptune in your House of Career and Destiny brings a timeout in your career to find your true destiny.
The path of your career can be extremely confusing. You don’t find pleasure in the work you do, it’s like you’re not making progress. Even though all that delay feels frustrating, it’s good to take a break from the path you’re taking to make room for what’s more aligned with your authentic self. Do not be afraid and do not hide in the shadow of uncertainty. Take the time to find out what makes your creative heart sing and gives you the professional challenge you need.

CANCER June 21 – July 21
Retrograde Neptune in your House of Philosophy, Study and Travel is a spiritual awakening. Cancer wants to escape the rat race of life to see what can be gained from life. What brings you satisfaction and joy? Perhaps you want to study, make a long journey or pilgrimage on the Path of Enlightenment in search of the true truth.
Retrograde Neptune in Pisces, however, shows that the path of Enlightenment is not paved with roses. You may get disappointed in your search, but you have to keep looking.
Dare to follow your own path.

LEO July 22 – August 21
Retrograde Neptune in your House of Soul, Shared Resources and Intimacy is a journey of transformation and rebirth. Retrograde Neptune asks you to detach from everything that hinders your personal growth, such as control, possessiveness, fear of trust, loss and obsession within a relationship. Sometimes you have to lose something to get something back. Finding your own inner strength that strengthens and makes you independent.
Neptune retrograde in Pisces supports this inner process and can be accompanied by doubts, fears and insecurities. Embrace these feelings on your way to inner strength.

VIRGO August 22 – September 21
Retrograde Neptune in your House of Relationships reveals who your true friends are and who are not. Despite your earthly discernment, retrograde Neptune weaves a web of confusion and fantasy. Disappointments due to indiscretion, deception and betrayal in relationships and relationship patterns from the past, both business and private, are learning moments that tell more about the role you play in the relationship in the present.
The truth is sometimes hard to accept. If you really pay attention to what is really happening in your relationship, you will be able to see the truth.

LIBRA September 22 – October 22
Retrograde Neptune in your House of Daily Routine and Health makes you more sensitive to stress and medications and more prone to getting sick. In your daily life or at work you tend to be of service to others such as your employer, colleagues or business partner. Retrograde Neptune makes it difficult for you to focus on work or stick to routines or schedules. Neptune retrograde means it’s time for a time-out. Take time to relax by exercising or traveling. Retrograde Neptune brings everything into perspective to find the healthy balance.

SCORPIO October 23 – November 21
Retrograde Neptune in your House of Self-Expression, Children and Love looks for a soul connection, but you can be disappointed if your expectations are too high.
You rarely allow yourself to embrace the creative side of your personality. This retrograde is a great time to do just that. A creative dream just might come true. Share your love and inspiration with your social network and on social media.
Show others what makes you happy, your source of inspiration.

SAGITTARIUS November 22 – December 20
Retrograde Neptune in your House of Family and Private Life brings to light something in the family that has been hidden for a long time. Sagittarius will look for the past, family history, your ancestors, your family tree, everything is possible.
Family karma from the distant past, even from past lives, can weigh heavily even now and retrograde Neptune gives you insight into how and why things happen in this life.
During this retrograde period of Neptune, some form of therapy could provide insight such as Family Constellations. Neptune retrograde teaches you that your “home” is where your soul lives.

CAPRICORN December 21 – January 18
Retrograde Neptune in your House of Communication, Mind and Thought Processes makes you intuitive, gives inspiration and enriches your imagination and fantasy life, but there can also be inner confusion. Capricorn may have difficulty with absent-mindedness, finding the right words or doubting the intentions of others. Listen before you speak and keep an open mind. Let words be a creative outlet. This retrograde Neptune is a good time to express yourself creatively, take a spiritual course or write a blog or romantic and spiritual literature. Let your imagination speak!

AQUARIUS January 19 – February 17)
Retrograde Neptune in your House of Finance and Possession asks you to pay close attention to your money. Preferably cut your credit card in half, because you will lose the financial overview.
Your self-confidence is less, so there are doubts about yourself and everything around you.
Make time for yourself to find yourself and love yourself.
Your financial expectations are too high or you are too focused on material security out of a fear of loss. Money is and remains one of the greatest illusions in this life. Inner value is so much more. This is the great lesson of retrograde Neptune in Pisces.

PISCES February 18 – March 19
Retrograde Neptune in your House of Personality shows you who you really are.
But you feel like you are walking through the mist and lost yourself from a lack of clarity in your personal life. Loneliness, self-deception, hypersensitivity and self-sabotage lead you into a negative spiral. ‘Who am I, where am I, what is my purpose?’ Sometimes you feel as if your breath is being taken away from you and then it is good to distance yourself and find your way back to yourself through relaxation, yoga and meditation.
Neptune retrograde teaches that you are good just the way you are.