4 Zodiacs Who Are Finally Setting Boundaries As Saturn Goes Retrograde on July 13th

Boundaries are a tough one. Sometimes it can be difficult to know when and where to draw the line, but it is so necessary for personal satisfaction, peace and improvement. As Saturn stations retrograde at 1° of unapologetic Aries on July 13, there are four zodiac signs that are finally putting some much needed boundaries in place. This is not a personal choice but a requirement of Saturn, the cosmic taskmaster— if they want to continue evolving and building the life of their dreams. The time to put structure in place is now.

Saturn is not an easy energy to deal with, and as the planet moves backwards until November 27, these signs should be disciplined enough to stick to their guns, but also gentle with themselves should they slip up, especially after Saturn dips back into compassionate Pisces on September 1. This is a learning experience, and it serves them to take it slow.

Aries

Perhaps the harderest person for you to set boundaries with is yourself. You need to respect when and where you draw a line. If self-discipline has escaped you— or never showed up in the first place, this is the perfect time to cultivate this habit. It may be a matter of controlling your environment to limit distractions, that way you can give all your time and attention to the task at hand. This could mean setting up a designated work space, that is separate from your chill place, investing in some noise canceling headphones, clearing clutter or adding other pleasantries to your work flow like aroma therapy and/or focus music. There are a ton of different methods you can test out or try on for size. Apart from tackling your attention span, it’s also an excellent time to start holding yourself accountable. This means owning up to your part of a mistake or mishap, as well as following rules or guidelines you set for yourself. It may get more difficult to color within your self-imposed lines as Saturn moves back into Pisces on September 1, but you got this! As one who is so intune with what you need at any given moment, being stricter with yourself, time and resources only builds a better you. 

Virgo 

It’s always Virgo to the rescue. Work or personal life, you are more than ready to step in and save the day. Yes, you love being relied upon, but you also have to assess at what cost. You can’t constantly give and give and get nothing in return. You can’t pour from an empty cup, especially when all your energy is depleted. Saturn Retrograde reminds you to develop a healthy relationship with the word no, or the phrases “not today” or “another time.” Make sure you have enough time in your schedule to work on replenishing you!  Don’t jump if work calls, don’t go running to your friend in yet another crisis— especially if you haven’t taken care of you first. You are a master at scheduling, so be unapologetic when it comes to finding a time that works best for you. It may help to limit your ability to engage, which means leaving the work phone at home on your personal days or using the do not disturb setting in the early evening hours. Honor the time you have with yourself to just be and relax, free from distracting dings and pings. This boundary setting not only pertains to your time, but resources too. Set financial limits, don’t lend to friends or family with the focus on saving and building for your future. It may get harder to say no once Saturn moves back into mushy gushy Pisces, especially if the seeker appeals to your emotional side. This is but a test to put those feelings aside and stick to what is most ideal for you. 

Pisces

It may just be time to put a price on your value. You are worthy and deserving of every penny you earn, and as Saturn barrels back through aggressive Aries, it’s time to be bold and fierce about it. You can no longer allow yourself to be taken advantage of. If work has been asking for more output, time and dedication, you also have to ask for more. Make sure any promotions you get, come with a nice pay bump. If not, focus on finding a place that sees and meets your value. If you seem to always foot the bill for that one friend, this is your cue to stop, or if a family member or significant other is mooching off you, this is your sign to draw that hard line. Knowing your worth and standing up for it can be a radically empowering experience. It leads to more overall satisfaction in all areas of your life. Your compassionate nature is so freely giving, but Saturn is here to make sure you get yours. Standing up for yourself gets a little easier once Saturn is back in your sign come September 1. It’s giving real boss energy, meaning that it has come time to lay down the law. 

Libra

When you’re in it, you prefer to be in it together. In a perfect world partnership would be equally balanced at all times, but unfortunately that is not the reality we live in today. Saturn Retrograde could have a rather sobering effect, as you wake up to just how unbalanced your dynamic with others has become— but it also gives you the proper leverage to set the record straight. This could be at work or in a romantic relationship, or potentially both. If you seem to be giving your 100% day in and day out, while carrying your team or partner on your back, Saturn is here to put a stop to that. Use your natural diplomatic mediating skills to find some middle ground. Have those serious conversations and meetings that really set you on the right path. You need clear and concise boundaries, especially after Saturn moves back into Pisces on September 1, taking it all on only burns you out in the end— and it doesn’t do your partner (business or romantic) or work team any good. They need to grow too! From now until November 27, it is also a good idea to kick any co-dependant habits you may have to the curb. No matter how close or strong your relationship is, you can’t rely on someone else’s input or opinion to make your decisions. While this won’t be easy, setting the proper boundaries with yourself and others makes a world of difference in just a few months’ time.