Transits are the current positions of planets in the sky and how they interact with your natal chart. They add the time layer to astrology, helping explain why certain periods feel growth-oriented, intense, slow, or transitional.
Why transits matter
Your natal chart shows your blueprint. Transits show what is happening now. They explain timing, activation, and change. That is why astrologers look at current planetary movement during important periods.
How transits are interpreted
A transit is read by comparing the current planet to your natal placements, houses, and angles. For example, Saturn crossing your tenth house may emphasize responsibility and long-term effort in career, while Jupiter there may bring expansion or opportunity.
Fast vs slow transits
The Moon and Mercury move quickly, so their effects are shorter and more noticeable day to day. Saturn, Uranus, Neptune, and Pluto move slowly, so their transits often mark larger life chapters.
How beginners should start
Start with big cycles like Mercury retrograde, Full Moons, and Saturn return. Then notice which house a transit moves through in your own chart. That gives you both timing and context.
