How to Optimize Your Life: According to Mars

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The energy is shifting… can you feel it? That’s the work of Mars! Whenever you notice a change in your energetic input or output—whether you’re stuck or motivated or somewhere in between—it’s most likely due to Mars’ cosmic trajectory.

Known as the planet of action, Mars represents vitality, determination, power, and anger. And on Wednesday, August 6 at 7:23PM ET, Mars enters Libra, facilitating a collective pivot in how we pursue our goals. While Mars in Virgo was focused on details, Mars in Libra will provide us with some much-needed perspective.

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In honor of this transit, we’re getting up close and personal with your unique Mars placement—its position in your birth chart holds the keys to your power source and how to wield it to your advantage.

So, who really is Mars? What does your personal Mars placement mean for you? And how can it energize you? Below, everything you need to know about Mars, including a deep dive into its astrological symbolism, its placement in your birth chart, and your strengths and weaknesses.

Remember, transiting Mars describes the planet’s current position in the heavens, where as your natal Mars describes where the planet was at the time of your birth.

Reference your birth chart to identify your natal Mars ✨