Spirituality, Dreams and Sensitivity: Neptune Goes Retrograde in Pisces

© Josephine Wall

Yesterday, June 9th 2014 Neptune started a retrograde cycle in Pisces which will last till November 16th. The energy surrounding this retrograde will be subtle for the most part, but filled with dreamlike, and spiritual vibes. We will be forced to turn inward as we have to do with all other retrogrades. Turning inward though with  Neptune in Pisces is a good thing because from within we can connect with it's energies the best.  Neptune and Pisces are known for being dreamy and imaginative, because of this, our imaginations may be heightened with lots of creative ideas flowing into our minds. We may also catch ourselves daydreaming a lot with our minds drifting off into space.  Not only will daydreaming be heightened, the dreams we have while we are sleeping will be heightened as well, possibly appearing very vivid to us or at least intense. Our subconscious mind may also  use our dreams to work through any issues we have buried deep within ourselves during this time.  At it's highest manifestation Neptune and Pisces has to do with spirituality and the desire to become connected with source energy. Connecting to source energy of course usually has to be done from within, so with Neptune retrograde we will really be able to connect with ourselves and source on a deep level if we so desire. Any sort of spiritual activity will be supported during this time such as meditating. Our intuitions and  psychic impressions may be more intense during this time as well. A lower manifestation of Neptune energy can be mental illness or addictions. People who are a little mentally imbalanced, because of this, may go a little crazy during this time. If you are one of those people, try to work through any issues if you can that are making you lose it and try to remain grounded as well. Avoid all substances as well during this time, because instead of connecting within and dealing with your emotions you may want to escape instead. That is never a good idea though, it is just a band aid that is covering up the real issues, and it's not a very healthy thing to do anyways. Instead, let yourself gaze within your magnificent being. Let yourself connect to source and if you have any subconscious issues work them out. 

Neptune is retrograding in a water sign ( Pisces), because of this everyone may feel a little more emotional than usual with increased sensitivity. The first few days of the retrograde may be particularly emotional. Yesterday which was the first  day of this retrograde, Neptune was exactly trine the Moon in Scorpio which I'm sure made the day quite emotional for most of you. The Mercury Retrograde in Cancer is also loosely trine Neptune at the moment which may make things more confusing and may make our need to contemplate our emotions stronger. 

Overall the Neptune Retrograde should be a lovely time of connecting from within. There may be a few bumps in the road, but nothing major. Just remember to stay a bit grounded during this time so you don't get lost floating in dreamland.