When You Stop Pretending the Structure Still Works, You'll Start Building the One That Does
Last year offered a preview. Now we're in it
Pluto stations retrograde in Aquarius on May 4th, 2025, and won't make a scene. It doesn't need to.
This is the first Pluto retrograde in its long-term transit through Aquarius. Last year offered a preview. Now we're in it—and it starts not with drama but with a quiet unravelling.
It happens during Taurus season when you're meant to feel grounded and steady. But if you've been building something that doesn't support you, Pluto will show you. Not to punish—but to free.
This is your structural reckoning. And it's overdue.Why This Pluto Retrograde Is Different
Pluto retrogrades every year, but not like this. It's now in a new sign—and it's not leaving.
Aquarius Energy asks: What systems are you still loyal to, even when broken?
Pluto in Capricorn was about power, control, image, and legacy. Aquarius is about detachment, collective evolution, innovation, and rebellion. This retrograde isn't about climbing a crumbling ladder—it's about asking why that ladder exists in the first place.
You're not meant to hold everything together. Especially not the things that stopped holding you.The First Decan of Aquarius: Blueprint Rewrites
This retrograde occurs in the first decan of Aquarius, a space co-ruled by Saturn (which represents structure and discipline) and Mercury (which means communication and intellect). In astrology, a decan is a subdivision of a zodiac sign, each lasting approximately ten days. The first decan of a sign is said to carry the purest expression of that sign's energy.
This is where intellectual tension meets existential pressure. It doesn't explode. It erodes. Quietly. Until the old narrative falls apart, you only hold what's still true.
This is where you stop looking away.
Taurus Season Adds Weight—and Urgency
Taurus wants comfort. Aquarius demands change. Pluto wants the truth. And it doesn't care how uncomfortable that truth makes you.
That's why this retrograde during the Taurus season cuts so deep. The tension between familiarity and freedom will rise.
Ask yourself:
Where are you loyal to a structure that limits you?
What are you maintaining just because it's familiar?
Are you building something sustainable—or just tolerable?
What You Might Feel
Subtle pressure to detach from a job, role, or identity
Frustration with systems you've outgrown
Urge to pull back, observe, and question everything
A desire for a new structure—but one that fits you
Resistance to change—but also to stay the same
This isn't chaos. It's the beginning of clarity.
How to Work With This Energy
You're not being asked to force a breakthrough. You're being asked to stop pretending.
Let what's falling apart fall—without rushing to fix it
Redefine your relationship with control and power
Audit your systems: routines, tech, relationships, beliefs
Notice where you're performing functionality—it's not fooling your body
Don't rebuild yet. Just be honest about what's failed.
This is structural truth-telling. It's about acknowledging the cracks in the foundation, the weak spots in the structure, and the areas where change is necessary and inevitable. It's about understanding that sometimes, the only way to build something more substantial is to tear down what's weak.Let’s Leave It Here…
You don't need to burn it all down.
But you do need to stop reinforcing what's already collapsing.
This Pluto retrograde is not your enemy.
It's the part of you that finally says: This doesn't work anymore.
Let it unravel.
Not for drama.
For truth.
Because when you stop pretending the structure still works,
you'll finally start building the one that does.
Journal Prompts for Pluto Retrograde
For when the old structure stops working.
1. What have I been holding together out of habit—not truth?
Explore the systems, relationships, roles, or routines you maintain even though they no longer align. What's keeping you from letting go?
2. Where have I outsourced my power—and what would it take to reclaim it?
Think beyond roles or status. Focus on moments where you've ignored your knowing to keep others comfortable or peace that costs too much.
3. What structure in my life feels stable but limits my growth?
Consider the routines or responsibilities that appear "safe" but quietly drain you. Ask yourself: does this still serve who I'm becoming?
4. What part of me fears what might rise if I stop controlling everything?
Pluto retrograde often brings up control patterns. Reflect on where you're gripping too tightly—and why that fear might be rooted in something old.
5. What truth have I been circling but not naming?
Pluto doesn't ask for perfection. It asks for honesty. Let this be a space to name what's quietly ending, even if you're not ready to act.
your cellph love playlist
The zodiac series©
your astrologer in your pocket
Unlock the secrets of the cosmos with our Zodiac Series© ebooks. Journey through the seasons, guided by the wisdom of the stars. Each 24-page guide offers a roadmap to navigate the complexities of your zodiac sign.
As you delve into the influence of the Sun, Moon, and Rising Signs, engage with personalised mood boards, ignite deep introspection with thought-provoking journal prompts, and use tarot and Oracle spreads.
Crystals for the Signs is a meticulously curated playlist that resonates with each sign's unique energy. Our ebooks offer a deeply personalised approach to self-discovery and personal growth, catering to astrology enthusiasts' interests and curiosities.
Unsure of your astrology? Click here for your free birth chart.
Astrology is cool, but have you heard of human design?
Unlock the secrets of your unique design with our Human Design Pocket Guides©. Discover your true self, improve relationships, and make empowered decisions aligned with your design. Perfect for self-discovery, personal growth, and enhancing well-being. Get your guidebook today and start living authentically.
Human Design integrates principles from astrology, the I Ching, Kabbalah, and the chakra system to create a comprehensive framework for understanding individuality and decision-making.
Unsure of your human design? Get your free chart here.
Meet Angela: Pilates Instructor, Astrologer, Human Design Guide, wanderlust enthusiast, Content Creator, and Writer.
Angela's mission is to empower women on their journey towards personal growth, resilience, and harnessing their inner power. She is a trusted source for practical insights and guidance, helping individuals enhance their well-being and personal development. Angela's versatile expertise offers a holistic approach to living a balanced, empowered life.
Looking for insightful horoscopes, astrological forecasts, and lifestyle advice? Our content is accurate, motivating, and compassionate, making it accessible to all. For press inquiries and collaboration opportunities, please reach out to us. We look forward to working with publishers. We invite you to connect with us for press inquiries and collaboration opportunities.
If You Feel Impacted By This Blog Post
Buy Me A Coffee is sustainable support for creatives. It’s more than a support platform; it's an interstellar journey where creativity knows no bounds. For writers like me, it's the quill that keeps our stories flowing. For astrologers, it's the compass navigating the celestial bodies. And for consciousness leaders, it's the light illuminating the path to self-awareness.
Supporting your strategy for growth using Astrology.
Helping you clarify what you want, so you can start up, show up and glow up. I make hard things easy.
