Okay, so, I’ve been digging into this whole “mars square jupiter synastry” thing lately, and let me tell you, it’s been a wild ride. I started by just, you know, casually observing my own relationships, like, where did things get heated? Where was there this push-pull dynamic?
First, I grabbed my birth chart and the charts of a few close friends and partners, past and present. I used a free online tool, didn’t want to spend any cash until I knew what I was dealing with. I just plugged in the birth dates, times, and locations, and bam! The charts popped up.
Identifying the Aspect
Next, I focused on finding Mars and Jupiter in each chart. They’re usually marked with these little symbols, pretty easy to spot. Then, I had to figure out the aspect between them. I was specifically looking for a square – which means they’re roughly 90 degrees apart. Some of these online tools highlight aspects for you, which is super helpful.
Once I identified a few charts with Mars square Jupiter, I started, like, really diving into my memories. I thought back to specific interactions and conflicts. Did any of them fit the typical “Mars square Jupiter” descriptions I’d been reading about? You know, stuff like:
- Clashes of ego? Check.
- Overdoing things? Double check.
- Tendency to exaggerate or be overly optimistic? Oh yeah.
- Frustration when grand plans hit reality? Story of my life.
I actually started a little journal. Corny, I know, but it helped! I jotted down specific instances where I felt this Mars-Jupiter energy playing out. Like, that time I got into a HUGE argument with my ex about vacation plans – total Mars-Jupiter vibes. He wanted to go backpacking across Europe on a shoestring budget, I wanted something a bit more…planned. Our desires were so strong, but in completely different directions, it created huge head-butting.
Observed patterns
The journal helped me see patterns. I noticed I tend to get REALLY enthusiastic about projects, sometimes promising way more than I can deliver, and then feeling super frustrated when things don’t go perfectly. And, in relationships, I’ve definitely experienced that push-pull between wanting to be independent (Mars!) and craving expansive growth (Jupiter!).
It’s still a work in progress, honestly. I’m trying to be more mindful of these tendencies. When I feel that urge to go BIG, I try to pause and ask myself, “Is this realistic? Am I setting myself up for disappointment?” And in relationships, I’m working on communicating my needs more clearly, and, you know, not blowing things out of proportion.
I am learning to be more aware of others’ plans and ideas.
