During the second part of 2026, the energy of transformation fully settles in as Saturn - the Planet of Karma - initiates its four-month retrograde. Since February 13, the iconic ringed planet has been traveling through the skies of Aries, ushering in the beginning of meaningful long-term cycles. As Saturn goes retrograde in Aries between July 26 and December 10, we get to review what we have built ever since. Since Aries is a trailblazing sign about personal identity, action, and initiation, we’re being tested around the embodiment of this self-starter energy.
Astrologically, Saturn brings the archetype of the teacher, always pointing out what needs to be mastered. This is especially true in 2026 due to Saturn traveling very close to asteroids Vesta and Pallas Athene. Both our devotion as well as our strategy for a successful future are being reviewed and tested now. Unlike other planets, Saturn does not lose its power during its retrograde motion. Retrograde Saturn is actually stronger, fulfilling its duty by delivering karmic and energetic adjustments. While this is a potent time for self-actualization, it’s also a time to invoke energetic protection. We’ve created a ritual that merges fire with protection, serving as your guide for the next four months.
Saturn Retrograde 2026 Ritual
You will need: The Red & Black “Write-Your-Own-Prayer” Candle - Banishing/Protection, the Talisman Pin - Red Pepper Evil Eye, a piece of thin rope, a marker, and matches.
SIT by your tools facing south, the direction that honors the element of Fire.
OPEN your arms towards the sky as you say, “Saturn, celestial ruler of time, karma, and justice, may you protect me and guide me during your orbit’s transformational patterns. During your retrograde, may I learn how to keep growing and evolving.”
DRAW the symbols of both Saturn and Aries on the Red & Black “Write-Your-Own-Prayer” Candle.
TIE the Talisman Pin - Red Pepper Evil Eye to the candle with the rope before lighting it up.
WATCH the candle’s flame closely while regulating your breathing and clearing your mind.
VISUALIZE Saturn above you, casting an aura of protection over you for several minutes.
RECEIVE it by visualizing yourself calm while a circle of fire swirls around you.
LEAVE the candle to safely burn down completely.
WEAR your Talisman Pin - Red Pepper Evil Eye when in need of protection during this retrograde - especially on Saturday, the day of the week ruled by Saturn.
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