The Saturn Neptune Conjunction

Today, transiting Saturn and Neptune will be conjunct on a World Point - this one happens at 0 degrees Aries - the very beginning of the entire zodiac. Although Saturn conjuncts Neptune approximately every 36 years, they have not been conjunct at 0° Aries for over 12,000 years. So, is the Saturn Neptune conjunction of 2025 and 2026 a big deal? You bet it is! 

The Saturn Neptune conjunction started in mid-May 2025 and continued until the end of September when the aspect separated slightly as both planets retrograded in to Pisces. They then came together again in mid-January 2026 and are now making one final exact conjunction on 20th February 2026. 

Astrologers have observed that, when Saturn and Neptune are conjunct, it brings massive change to Russia. The last time these two planets were in conjunction, the Soviet Union collapsed, What will happen this time? 

Architecture, engineering and construction are also Saturnian themes - in fact, any grand structures around the world that the human race has designed (including roads and railways) or have been created by nature, are an example of this. But Neptune is the antithesis - it symbolises erosion, disintegration, fragmentation. Reducing what is solid to rubble, dust or sand. So we may see the destruction of large buildings, bridges, monuments, etc, either as a result of natural disaster or human sabotage. On the other hand, large structures which have already been lost may reappear, as shifting sands and decreasing water levels reveal what has been buried or submerged for a very long time. 

Both Saturn and Neptune symbolise fear. However, Saturn's fears are based on reality while Neptune's fears tend to stem from imagination, illusion, delusion, hallucination, etc. When combined, it could be the case that Saturn might bring our collective fears to the surface by making them appear more real. So, what is the human race afraid of? Another pandemic? The start of World War III? An alien invasion? Or could this indicate an end to conspiracy theories which, of course, are specifically designed to provoke fear? The deceptions and delusions of the last few years will be up for scrutiny, that's for sure, and the end of woke is imminent. By the time this decade comes to a close, we will look back and wonder "What the hell were we thinking?"

This Saturn Neptune influence will be extremely powerful as it takes place not only in the sign of Aries but at the very beginning of the zodiac circle. Even the conjunction is an Aries aspect and as it takes place at 0 degrees which is a World Point, this means a massive change for every one of us. With the planet of reality coming together with the planet of illusion, how will this influence play out? One of the possibilities is the discovery of lost or missing people. Anything which has vanished without trace could suddenly reappear. Anything which has been shrouded in mystery may be revealed. Conversely, that which we consider to be real, might be exposed as a fake, a hoax or complete fantasy. I'm also getting the sense of escapology or escapism. What - or who - is trying to escape? 

On a personal level, this major conjunction will affect all of us but will be particularly significant for anyone born between the 19th - 23rd March. Also affected will be anyone born from 20th - 24th June; 21st - 25th September; and 20th - 24th December, and if you were born in the middle degrees (14, 15, 16) of Taurus, Leo, Scorpio or Aquarius. With the Saturn Neptune conjunction in hard aspect to your natal Sun, you may become involved with people who sacrifice themselves (not literally!) for worthy causes, and you'll appreciate people who are not superficial or pretentious. You will seek the basic truth about everything. Under this planetary influence, you will succeed in finding solutions to difficult problems. This could be in either a personal or professional capacity. 

Please remember also, that if any of your natal planets or points are situated on, or around, 0 degrees of Aries, Cancer, Libra or Capricorn, this Saturn Neptune conjunction will be very important in your life throughout 2026. 

This planetary aspect heralds a major new beginning for everyone.The effects will continue for months to come as the Saturn Neptune conjunction degree will be triggered by other transiting planets. for example, on 20th March 2026, the transiting Sun will re-activate this point. Nothing will be the same from this moment on.

Transiting Neptune Through Aries

When a transiting planet moves through certain signs its effects become stronger. This is the case with Neptune which is now at the end of a very long journey through its own sign of Pisces since 4th April 2011, gradually gaining power during the last 14 years. It enters the sign of Aries today, 30th March 2025, briefly returning to Pisces before re-entering Aries on 27th January 2026 where it will remain until 24th March 2039.

Neptune symbolises many things, including breaking down barriers. It fuels our dreams of ascending beyond physical reality. It also brings fantasy, illusion and delusion. And it is this effect which has been evident throughout Neptune's transit with the increase of conspiracy theories, wokism and the blurring of the boundaries between what is real and what isn't. 

For example, look at how AI is changing - and challenging - our view of the world. When you see a photograph, watch a video, or even listen to a recording of someone's voice, you can no longer be sure of its authenticity. This is Neptune's swan song as it prepares to exit Pisces. It is leaving us in a state of confusion as we no longer know who, or what, to believe. Like the fishes in the sign of Pisces, we are going around in circles, trying to find our way towards the future while continuing to make the mistakes of the past. But, fear not, the deception is about to end..... 

As Neptune begins its transit through Aries we can start to wave goodbye to woke. Ditch the delusion. Crush the conspiracy theories. Instead of viewing reality through a veil of fantasy - which is the effect of Neptune compounded by Pisces - we will begin to see clearly which direction we should be moving in. We will know what our goals are and everything will be thrown into sharp focus. More and more people will experience heightened awareness of what's going on around them. 

Of course, this will all unfold over the next 14 years but there are already hints that our current dream-like state of living in an alternate reality, where everything is constantly being denied as fact and replaced by outlandish explanations, is coming to an end. Another thing that is due to disappear is the role of influencers. Neptune is the planet which represents 'influencing the masses' and after it moves into Aries, expect the fog of fantasy to evaporate and be replaced by clarity of thought, concise information and direct communication. 

The last time Neptune entered Aries was in 1861, when the American Civil War began. This eventually led to the formation of the United States of America. Neptune is the planet of fragmentation but situated in the sign of Aries, it brings all the pieces together to create one whole entity. Therefore, Neptune in Aries brings unification and amalgamation. Expect to see countries coming together for a single purpose and the merging of disparate organisations. 

Also, in 1861, colour photography was invented. Neptune rules photography and Aries is the sign of the pioneer. A perfect example of, not just the planet-sign influence, but of what to expect next. So, something that will revolutionise imaging and photography seems more than a possibility. Neptune represents anything that is invisible and Aries symbolises sharp focus. Something which we cannot see will become visible - but what might that be? Get ready for amazing and inspiring new inventions and ideas.