
Globally and personally, Mars retrograde works differently. In political terms, it always entails a wave of aggression, because retro period is quite long (almost 2.5 months) and it's usually accompanied by unfavorable Mars transits to giant planets. The entire critical mass, accumulated earlier in the form of popular unrest and unfair political decisions, piles on society during this period, aggravating conflicts and creating an excuse for revenge and bloodshed. But in your personal life, retro-Mars can manifest itself in a very positive way: if a month earlier it already had good aspects with your natal chart, they will repeat again via long-term favorable trends. See the gallery for general recommendations for a Mars retrograde period.