Astrologer Jan Kefer, in his book Practical Astrology (first published in 1939 by Universalia), writes about Saturn:
“Saturn is the principle of deepening existence, the sum of forces that, through trials and destiny, push a person towards higher development.”
We can say that in a Saturnian period, we either endure, grow stronger, and understand the lesson—or we avoid the test, fail, and remain unaware. But if we choose to evade it, we will inevitably have to face it again later. Saturn is relentless—it won’t let us move forward until we fully grasp the lesson it brings.
And one such test is now before us—the conjunction of the Sun and Saturn.
🌑 The Sun-Saturn Conjunction: A Period of Reflection
This aspect peaks in the second week of March, but its influence has been felt in the preceding days and will continue for some time afterward. The Sun represents energy, vitality, and willpower, while Saturn brings restrictions, obstacles, and lessons that cannot be bypassed. When these two forces merge, we may experience fatigue, slow progress, and situations that force us to rethink our approach to work, relationships, and health.
🔹 How Do Saturnian Periods Manifest?
Saturn’s energy isn’t “bad,” but it is demanding. These are times when:
✔ We hit our limits—physically, mentally, and in life itself. We may feel more tired, need to slow down, and conserve our energy.
✔ We are forced to reassess—how we work, live, and manage our time. Progress is slow, things don’t go as smoothly as we would like, and instead of instant results, we face a test of endurance.
✔ There is a sense of coldness—in both the weather and human relationships. Connections may cool down, people become more reserved, and, interestingly, a real temperature drop is now occurring in the weather, confirming Saturn’s symbolism.
✔ We may feel isolated—but solitude can be an opportunity for deeper self-reflection.
Saturn tests us—are we willing to take responsibility for ourselves, our health, and our actions? If we do, we will later be rewarded with stronger foundations and greater inner strength. If not, we will face the same challenges over and over again.
📍 Who Feels This Influence the Most Right Now?
The current Saturnian test is most strongly affecting:
📌 Those born around the 12th day of June (Gemini), September (Virgo), December (Sagittarius), and March (Pisces).
📌 Leos and Capricorns may also experience this energy intensely.
📌 Anyone with a strongly placed Saturn in their birth chart—for example, in conjunction with personal planets or at a major point in the chart (ASC, MC, etc.).
These individuals may feel a decrease in energy, face greater demands on their physical and mental resilience, and be confronted with themes of responsibility and limitations.
🔹 How to Navigate This Period Without Losing Energy
Saturn teaches patience, discipline, and careful energy management. How can we ease the burden?
💡 Honor your natural rhythm—don’t overexert yourself; if you feel tired, allow yourself to slow down.
💡 Set realistic goals—Saturn dislikes rushing; focus on thorough and methodical work.
💡 Take care of your body—healthy eating, sufficient sleep, and regular movement will help you overcome the heaviness of this time.
💡 Embrace responsibility—what you handle with calmness and discipline now will strengthen you in the future.
💡 Trust in divine timing—Saturn reminds us: “Everything has its time.” Accept this and don’t push for quick results.
🌑 Saturn as a Gateway to Strength
Even if we feel tired, drained, or overwhelmed with responsibilities, Saturn is actually giving us a chance to solidify, strengthen, and anchor something important. This isn’t a time for quick victories but for long-term stability. If we endure this period with patience and perseverance, we will reap the benefits of the solid foundations we are now laying.
🔹 Saturn Teaches Us to Manage Energy Differently
This does not mean that “nothing is happening”—only that things are not happening on the surface. Saturn teaches us to focus on core priorities, conserve our energy, and think long-term.
Perhaps now is the time to:
✔ Take better care of our health,
✔ Improve our sleep quality,
✔ Allow ourselves to rest and regenerate,
✔ Stop forcing things that aren’t flowing naturally.
🕰 When Saturn Signals That Something Needs to Change
Saturn (through events such as health issues, relationship struggles, career blocks…) often highlights areas of our life that are no longer working. These periods are not punishments but rather signals that we have drifted away from our true path.
🔹 Maybe we abandoned a path that felt natural to us and took a direction that wasn’t truly ours.
🔹 Maybe we adapted too much to the expectations of others and suppressed something important within ourselves.
🔹 Maybe we stayed in a situation that takes more from us than it gives.
And now, Saturn arrives with its lesson—it gives us the chance to pause, reflect on what we truly want, and perhaps return to our authentic self.
That is why it is essential to see this period not as a blockage but as a correction of our direction. Saturn does not prevent us from growing—it simply shows us that we should grow in the right direction, where it truly aligns with who we are.