Being Agentic with Saturn in Aries

Saturn in Aries

Saturn entered Aries a couple weeks ago and will remain there until September 1st 2025, and then again from February 13, 2026 to April 12, 2028. This transit also makes an important aspect with Pluto in Aquarius and in order to take full advantage of this transit you must make pick up the call and do the work.

It’s important to call out that Saturn does not feel comfortable in this sign. Saturn exalts in Libra, the opposite sign of Aries. Libra is about compromise and partnership and Aries, well, is not about that. Saturn can put a damper on what Aries represents causing low confidence^[1] or inability to sustain actions but how can we endure now that we know this? Let’s talk about it.

The Rise of An Agentic Era

Recently I’ve been thinking about the word “agentic”. We currently use this adjective to describe AI or agents but this word was actually coined in the 1980s by psychologist, Anthony Bandura. Bandura’s 2001 work, Social cognitive theory: An agentic perspective, positions agency and self-efficacy at the heart of positive psychology.

It emphasizes that people as agents^[2]:

• choose environments that foster growth

• deliberately act to shape their development

• and self-reflect to learn from their own performance

Agentic behavior is not exclusive to humans. It’s defined by a system's ability to set goals, act on them, monitor progress, adjust, and reflect. The adoption of “agentic” in AI signals a transfer of these core psychological features especially self-efficacy analogues into autonomous systems.

Saturn represents structure, boundaries, and maturation, while Aries rules selfhood, action, and bold beginnings. Together, Saturn in Aries asks:

• Can you be your own authority?

• Can you build sustainable structures from your instincts and impulses?

This transit develops the capacity for intentional self-leadership mirroring Bandura’s agentic functions like intentionality, forethought, and self-regulation.

If you've been laid off or feel drained in your current role, it's time to reorient how you approach your career and market yourself. In this new era of AI, how can you become agentic, proactive and adaptable, in your path forward?

Let’s talk AI agents. These systems are designed to carry out tasks with increasing autonomy, using detailed instructions. But despite their promise, they’re not fully independent, we’ve seen this in real-time, like with Klarna’s AI hiccup earlier this year^[3]. They still rely on human oversight and correction. But one thing is for sure, AI agents learn through feedback. Can you say the same about yourself?

Yes, AI fatigue is real. But this isn’t just a passing trend, it’s reshaping the tech workforce in real time. Staying ahead means embracing new tools while reflecting on how to use them ethically and responsibly as individuals and as a collective.

Saturn in Aries sextile Pluto in Aquarius

I talked about Pluto in Aquarius in depth here.

Pluto in Aquarius is collective transformation through technology, AI, systems thinking, and evolution of the group mind. Saturn sextile Pluto (a harmonious aspect) is strategic embodiment of radical change giving backbone to the transformation, not chaos. With this aspect occurring affecting us all, we must plan carefully in order to succeed^[4].

What does “sextile” mean?
A sextile is a harmonious aspect between two planets, often signaling opportunity and potential. But unlike a gift handed to you, a sextile is more like a subscription offer, you have to opt in to benefit. It’s an invitation: if you’re willing to invest effort (your metaphorical “credit card”), you can activate and access the support it offers. The reward comes through engagement. You pay with intention, work, and presence and in return, you gain access to momentum, flow, and growth.

Let’s not forget, Saturn rules time, longevity, and mastery earned through effort. When Saturn forms a sextile with Pluto, it signals a rare window to lay down solid groundwork for lasting transformation, especially through advancing technology (Aquarius). This transit offers one of the best opportunities to turn disciplined effort into powerful results. The more structure and intention you bring, the more momentum you’ll build. Whether through mentorship, formal education, hands-on workshops, or self-guided tutorials, you’ll start to notice: your outcomes directly reflect your input. This is where transformation becomes tangible through commitment, consistency, and strategic growth.

The dynamic between Aries and Aquarius often feels like a collision between impulse and experimentation. Aries charges ahead, constantly starting new projects, some successful, others not but rarely quits. Aquarius, on the other hand, watches like a scientist, analyzing patterns and outcomes, always learning from the process. These two energies understand each other, but they're driven by different motivations.

Earlier, I mentioned that Saturn doesn’t feel entirely at home in Aries and that’s important. You might find it uncomfortable to take the lead or initiate something new, especially in unfamiliar territory like emerging technologies. Not being informed or not having structure during this transit can cause lack of self-confidence, conforming to other people’s standards, or a repression of anger resulting in displaced rage^[1]. But mastery doesn’t come all at once, it’s built over time. Saturn in Aries can look like a trail of unfinished projects, but with each attempt, you’re pushing the lesson further. That’s where the real growth happens: not through perfection, but through persistence, iteration, and support. The key is not to go it alone. Lean on mentors, teachers, peer groups, and community to help steady your path and build the confidence you need to keep going. Through these efforts you will be able to build a steady foundation for a new identity under this new era of technology.

Is this your Saturn Return?

You’re probably having a Saturn return if you were born April 7th 1996 to June 9th 1998 or if you were born March 3rd 1967 to April 29th 1969, this is your second Saturn Return. Saturn does retrograde back into the previous sign so always check your natal chart to confirm.

A Saturn return in Aries demands that you learn to trust yourself as a leader, to start things on your own terms, and to develop confidence through action, not theory. It’s about no longer waiting for permission you become the initiator.

Aries starts fast but Saturn wants commitment. That means learning to finish what you start, build sustainable momentum, and transform impulsive fire into lasting impact. Think of your career, passions, and leadership style as code you’re debugging. Each trial teaches you something. Even failed launches aren’t wasted they will be iterations in your personal resume.

Saturn in Aries sextile Pluto in Aquarius signals a deeper message: your personal maturation is contributing to the future of collective systems especially around tech, autonomy, and responsibility.

If you are experiencing your first Saturn Return, it might be a good idea to find a mentor who is experiencing their second Saturn Return. A Saturn Return does not have to be difficult at all. Self-awareness and consistency are key to accessing a new level of maturity under this planetary return.

Let’s Piece This Together

From Bandura’s “agentic perspective”:

And now, from Saturn in Aries: We are tasked with embodying this agency in our personal identities, structures, and innovations.

Pluto in Aquarius supports the emergence of agentic AI: Transformative tech that is self-guided, feedback-responsive, and capable of interaction and cooperation with humans.

Together, the Bandura definition, the astrological transits, and AI development all converge on one key principle:

References

^[1] Saturn in Transit: Boundaries of Mind, Body, and Soul by Erin Sullivan
^[2] Albert Bandura: Self-Efficacy & Agentic Positive Psychology by Catherine Moore, Psychologist, MBA
^[3] Klarna regrets replacing 700 employees with AI, now rehiring humans after customer service failures
^[4] Planets in Aspect: Understanding Your Inner Dynamics by Robert Pelletier

Till next time,

Adrianna from Celestial Doses