Neptune in Cancer ♋︎
Last Transit: Years 1901-1914
Neptune in Cancer in the natal chart creates a longing to be saved or rescued by someone seen as more emotionally secure and stable. This placement creates a very inspirational artistic vision closely in tune with the current vibration of the society of its time. There is a tendency to have a victim mentality which may lead individuals born during this transit to partner up with people or enter into relationships in which one can be rescued by a “knight in shining armor.” Neptune in Cancer brings a sense of rootlessness that needs to be reconciled.
The relationship with home, family, or one’s roots is central to this placement. Having pride in the country or culture one comes from is a profound force operating in this generation. The emotional nature of these individuals can be confused at times. People with Neptune in Cancer are searching for validation for their emotional realities. They are longing for an external force to say they are okay just the way they are.
You desire for society as a whole to authenticate what you are going through. There are deep connections to the past and history with this placement. Neptune in Cancer represents surrendering to your fears in order to overcome them.
Neptune in the 12th House
Keywords: The 12th house is associated with psychic abilities, spiritualism, multi-dimensions, the ocean, creativity, hospitals, prison, institutions, space, the vast universe, escapism, altered states of consciousness, meditation, traps, identity crisis, soul’s journey, mystery, secrecy.
Cadent House Type: A Cadent house type is ruled by a mutable sign. Pisces is the mutable water sign overseeing the 12th house.
The 12th house in astrology is the hardest part of your chart to get to know. It is often said about this house that everyone else see’s it before you do. In traditional astrology this house is often associated with “undoing” or self-sabotage. Another spin given to the 12th house is one of a very spiritual context; reaching states of complete freedom from one’s ego, merging with all of the universe. Escapist activities such as drugs, drinking, watching television, and compulsions are often found here in the12th house.
This area of the chart talks about going on a journey to uncover your own secrets, subconscious, and psyche. It symbolizes pealing back the layers to reveal the authentic self underneath. Psychic gifts, spiritualism, and karma are also found here. The 12th house is often associated with the lesson of boundaries by experiences places that can make you feel “trapped” or “locked” in.