Synastry

Mars-Neptune Aspects in Synastry

“Love without commitment is like a house without foundation—it can’t stand the test of time.”

Wise Cultivator

Love ages our souls because in “soul” have “oul“. Love returns us to youth because in “youth” have “you”.

Mars and Neptune aren’t Titanic, but they can make you sink to such depth.

Let’s explore five major Mars-Neptune aspects in synastry!

Disclaimer: This article represents a few interpretations among countless interpretations of synastry. I have 900+ synastry aspects in total, so you should check your whole synastry chart instead of one aspect within it.

Mars Conjunct Neptune Synastry

With Mars conjunct Neptune synastry, Mars can motivate Neptune to take action toward their dreams. Mars can show Neptune that the regret of inaction weighs far heavier than the pain of effort. Mars can remind Neptune that dreams are realized not in fantasy, but in the hands that toil and the heart that perseveres.

In turn, Neptune can show Mars that visualization should precede actions. Neptune can help Mars envision the life Mars wants so Mars can start with the end in mind.1

Pursuing your shared dreams in this relationship may often mean sacrificing comfort and leisure. This is the paradox of Mars-Neptune conjunction: it costs you but also rewards you. Every ‘yes’ to your shared dreams is a ‘no’ to something else. You can realize that temporary discomfort is the price of permanent growth.

Mars Sextile Neptune Synastry

With Mars sextile Neptune synastry, Neptune’s artistic/spiritual inclinations can inspire Mars. Neptune can encourage Mars to explore art, films, music, and metaphysical pursuits.

In turn, Mars’ action-oriented energy can help Neptune conquer complacency. Mars can embolden Neptune to overcome both pleasures and hardships. Neptune can feel driven to pursue their dreams with greater determination, buoyed by Mars’ willpower.

Neptune can transcend Mars’ materialistic tendencies, while Mars can help Neptune manifest their idealistic theories. Neptune can bring out Mars’ spiritual warrior, while Mars can awaken Neptune’s heroic courage.

Sexually, you may feel no boundary in uniting your desires. Roleplaying and fantasy can thrill you both. You have softness from Neptune and passion from Mars. You both understand lovemaking is about emotional intimacy as much as physical excitement.

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Mars Square Neptune Synastry

With Mars square Neptune synastry, Mars may often second-guess their actions due to Neptune’s unclear responses. Mars may struggle to understand Neptune’s motivations and desires. Neptune’s indirectness can clash with Mars’ directness.

Regarding intimacy, Mars’ passions can surge quickly but Neptune may avoid a purely physical connection. Neptune may seek spiritual intimacy instead.

This aspect requires clarity in your sexual matters. Don’t make assumptions about each other’s sexual needs. If things feel unclear, communicate with sincerity.

Mars Trine Neptune Synastry

With Mars trine Neptune synastry, Mars can energize Neptune’s dreams, while Neptune can inspire Mars’ ambitions. Neptune’s creativity blended with Mars’ action-oriented approach can make you a powerful manifestation team. What you co-create will be infused with imagination and enthusiasm.

Neptune’s spiritual wisdom can cure Mars’ impulsiveness, so Mars’ actions can become more considerate. Mars’ focus can ground Neptune’s tendency to drift, so Neptune’s ideals can lead to practical actions.

In love, Mars can bring raw passion, while Neptune can offer romance. Mars makes noise, while Neptune makes love. Together, you make a mess.

Mars Opposite Neptune Synastry

With Mars opposite Neptune synastry, Mars may feel frustrated by Neptune’s lack of passion and direction. Neptune’s uncertainty can easily irritate Mars. Neptune can sow doubts when Mars is already determined to pursue a course of action.

Conversely, Neptune may think Mars is too focused on material pursuits, missing the spiritual dimensions of life. Mars’ angry approaches can make Neptune want to escape. Neptune may find it hard to confront Mars about important issues.

Because Mars rules sex and Neptune rules addiction, you may also struggle with drug abuse in your sexual bond. You may believe there is true intimacy while there is just temporary pleasure.

  1. Idea from “The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People” – Stephen Covey ↩︎