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.
Pluto in Taurus ♉︎
Last Transit: Years 1851-1882
Pluto in Taurus in the natal chart is concerned with building something that will last and endure over centuries. This impulse is towards material security and stability. The Pluto in Taurus generation is learning to deal with life’s upsets, the idea that change is inevitable and needed in many cases to bring evolution. Many of the ways in which the Pluto in Taurus generation created this idea of permanence was through building and architecture. The designs and forms used to beautify the world were of the utmost importance to this generation. Individuals with Pluto in Taurus are experiencing a desire for material gain and success. The intensity of Pluto placed in this very peaceful sign gives opportunity to search for and understand the spiritual concept of abundance. Building healthy relationships with money and resources is very important to the lessons of this planetary transit. Pluto in Taurus energy is symbolic of opening doors and creating opportunities for all people to have material abundance, for the peaceful sense of security this can bring with it. In its shadow form this can be expressed as greed. The Pluto in Taurus generation is working to move away from a feeling of lack towards a sense of prosperity.