Your Saturn return (in Aries) is officially here

A go-to guide to this transformational transit

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If Saturn is in Aries in your birth chart, that means you’re about to enter your infamous Saturn return. So ready yourself for competitive streaks, bouts of restlessness, and maybe a temper tantrum or two. Because come May 24th, the planet of discipline will be dishing out reality checks and growth opportunities. But don’t stress — it’s a marathon, not a sprint. And we’re here to help you through all the ups and downs that come with this transformational time.

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Quick refresher: What’s a Saturn return?

Saturn returns are much-hyped transits, and for good reason. When everyone’s favorite malefic “returns” to the same sign it occupies in your birth chart, it ushers in a potent period of personal development. But it usually comes with a few hitches, hiccups, and heartaches.

This astrological event happens roughly between the ages of 27 to 31, 56 to 60, and 84 to 90, so for many people, it’s not a one-and-done experience. Growing up is a gradual process that unfolds over a lifetime. And Saturn likes to play the long game.

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What happens during a Saturn return?

Saturn relishes rules and restrictions, and it reveals what we have to take more seriously to realize our ambitions. Our Saturn returns ask us to reconsider our aspirations and readjust our aims — and if we ignore that call, the need to course-correct becomes all the more pressing. Life can seem more difficult than usual during a Saturn return, but it’s all for the greater good. After all, when we don’t get what we think we want, we sometimes get what we truly need.

That’s the tough-love lesson of this transit, which often coincides with major life shifts. Think: career changes, geographical moves, breakups, or — on the flip side — renewed vows to a person or project. Whatever happens, it’s important to treat obstacles as opportunities to develop the stamina and skills required to get where we want to go. Doing hard things introduces you to the capable, trustworthy, and wise parts of yourself that you might not otherwise meet.

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What does Saturn’s return to Aries mean for you?

Saturn can struggle to achieve its goals in Aries (the sign of its fall). This slower-moving planet is all about deliberation and self-control, while the sign of the ram tends to act quickly and impulsively. But in this placement, Saturn can teach us a lot about grit, resilience, and staying power. In other words, this transit is a great occasion to hone the practices that keep you grounded and craft a 10-year plan that actually excites you.

If your natal Saturn is in Aries, Saturn’s entrance into the cardinal fire sign on May 24th, 2025, marks the beginning of your Saturn return, which will last until April 2028. To find out where Saturn will focus its lessons, open the CHANI app or use our online chart tool to check the house that contains Aries in your chart. Each of the 12 astrological houses is associated with different themes, so the house placement of your natal Saturn will tell you the areas of life that will be highlighted by your Saturn return:

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1st House: self, appearance, vitality, and life force
2nd House: assets, resources, and talents
3rd House: communication, daily rituals, siblings, and extended family
4th House: parents, caregivers, foundations, and home
5th House: pleasure, romance, creative energy, and children
6th House: work, health, and pets
7th House: committed partnerships
8th House: death, mental health, and other people’s resources
9th House: travel, education, publishing, religion, astrology, and philosophy
10th House: career and public roles
11th House: community, friends, and good fortune
12th House: sorrow, loss, daemon, and hidden life

If you’re feeling a little nervous, take a big exhale — you’ve got this. And if you need some extra guidance, here are some suggestions:

9 tips for making the most of your Saturn return in Aries

Sharpen your discernment. Saturn in Aries wants to win it all, ASAP. Most of the time, instant gratification just isn’t the way life works — but that doesn’t mean you won’t end up having something extraordinary. The key is to get realistic in evaluating your projects, pursuits, and life path. Then decide what’s most important to you — and what you need to leave behind in order to move forward.‍
Commit to the goals that matter to you. The epic novel you’ve been waiting to write. The fulfilling long-term relationship you yearn to co-create. The rigorous ballet class you’ve been hesitant to take. The community garden you’ve been plotting. Pinpoint what you want to achieve and give it your all. Aries loves a sudden pivot, but Saturn loves a solid plan. The more you check your impulsiveness by following through, the more support you’ll get in return.‍
Practice endurance. Aries has many wonderful qualities, but patience isn’t one of them. In this sign, Saturn challenges us to resist giving in to our initial instincts — especially when we get an urge to throw in the towel and turn to something shiny and new. It takes persistence to stick with our endeavors through the messy middle until we reach the finish line. But it’s worth the effort.‍
Read your free Current Sky horoscope for Saturn in Aries to find out how this transit will show up for you.‍
Temper your tantrums. A Saturn return in Aries presents a whole syllabus on working with anger, aggression, and frustration, so it’s an ideal time to study up on strategies for managing fiery feels. Ready? Let’s breathe together, counting down from 4, 3, 2, 1…‍
Set boundaries. Saturn in Aries offers tough lessons about self-advocacy. Identify the draining habits, frenemies, or side hustles that are keeping you from building the life you long for. Draw a protective line around yourself, and your inner fire will burn even brighter.‍
Ease into the Saturn in Aries era by listening to the “Journey to Saturn” Sleep Story in the Listen tab of the CHANI app. Meeting this stern teacher on a dreamy playing field can provide a spoonful of sugar to help Saturn’s medicine go down.‍
Learn about your natal Saturn placement in the CHANI app or with our online chart tool. If you have any other planets or points in Aries, those placements will play a part in this story too.‍
Check the Transits tab of the CHANI app to discover how Saturn in Aries is impacting your unique birth chart. These readings are updated in real time, so it’s worth revisiting them often to avoid missing a beat.