Saturn Returns: Your cosmic coming of age

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So if believing that the unpleasant upheavals in your life are caused by your Saturn Return brings you a sense of comfort and hope when you’re going through a tangibly difficult time… why on earth not? How To Survive Your Saturn Return Alex deconstructs some of the messaging that has permeated into our collective psyche from being a young woman and how diet culture is a tool of the patriarchy. She shares the importance of recognising and detangling those beliefs whilst also encouraging us to commit to refraining from commenting on people's looks, regardless of the intention. Reprinted from the Chicago Center for Literature and Photography [cclapcenter.com]. I am the original author of this essay, as well as the owner of CCLaP; it is not being reprinted here illegally.)

I started exploring that aspect of myself more than, and then I was learning more about astrology, knowing that I was about to go through my Saturn Return without really knowing really how it was going to impact me and then when I came out the other side, that's when I felt ready to start putting out the Podcast… I put everything in place way before the pandemic." Once the pandemic hit she wasn’t sure if she should release it but ultimately it was a now or never moment, "I'm so glad that I decided to [release the podcast] because I think everyone needed it at that moment in time myself included." Caggie Dunlop has undergone something of a transformation and if you believe in the power of the cosmos, it’s all to do with Saturn. "It was really when I went through my 'Saturn Return' that I decided I wanted to do this work, but I've always been a very spiritual person," she tells Hello! Fashion. At 26, Alex began using her social platform to document her recovery and was astounded at the amount of people who resonated with her story. We discuss the relationship Alex has with her body and the steps she took to mend and cultivate what was one of the biggest tormentors in her life. Alex is on a mission to expose unrealistic beauty standards and diet culture to help others combat their own feelings of shame and self-loathing. Once Saturn finishes moving through Pisces on February 13, 2026, it shifts into Aries — the first sign of the zodiac, associated with motivation, passion, and determination. And, with this change, a whole new group will begin experiencing their Saturn Return. People born between April 7, 1996 and June 9, 1998, along with October 25, 1998 and February 28, 1999, will be going through their first Saturn Return, while those born in the late 1960s (specifically between March 3, 1967 and April 29, 1969) are experiencing their second Saturn Return, while elders born in the late 1930s and first few months of 1940 will be experiencing the third installment of this transit. Ruby takes us through her emotional yet liberating quest to answer these profound questions, ultimately leading her to write 'Women Without Kids.' This remarkable book provides much-needed balance and insight into the multifaceted aspects of this pivotal life choice.The most important piece of advice for navigating your Saturn Return: Embrace it. Trust the process. Do the scary thing and be brave about it. Any attempts to ignore Saturn’s powerful nudges toward personal growth will be futile. On the other side of your Saturn Return, virtually everything in your life will be different, so why not enjoy the ride? Saturn reminds us that through real effort, patience, and practice, we can reap the most extraordinarily gratifying rewards. Awareness: "For me, it was a lot of de-conditioning those beliefs and those narratives I held about what my life should look like, and making peace with the fact I didn't know what I wanted to do." There are ways to make sure your own Saturn Return goes as smoothly as possible. Here are some tips I'd offer to anyone going through theirs: Although tempting, instead of taking the shortcut, put all your energy into making sure that you take care of matters in a responsible way. Saturn is a karmic planet, so it’s important to realise that you will reap what you sow if you’re not careful with how you handle situations. Reflection during your Saturn Return At times of uncertainty, we want to focus on things that are fixed and stable,’ explains psychotherapist Lucy Beresford. ‘The increased appeal of astrology suggests that many people long for the certainty or direction that religion can provide. It could be that they like to be part of a community of like-minded souls, or they like the idea of focusing on a body of knowledge that has existed for millions of years. Having the routine of astrology can create purpose and meaning in one’s life.’

At 34, facing a life-threatening autoimmune disease, Sarah chose to quit sugar, a decision that not only managed her symptoms but also led to the creation of the global “I Quit Sugar” movement. She documented her journey and insights, encouraging others to embrace a healthier, sugar-free lifestyle. In your book, you write about navigating fame in your early 20s as a cast member of Made In Chelsea. Does the publicity you're experiencing now feel any different to then? If so, how do you manage it?

Tests: "Saturn gives you a test of your own authority," the twins explain. During your Saturn return, you may feel like the universe is testing you at every turn, and you have two choices: rise to the occasion, or keep playing it small. If you are going through your daily life without passion or purpose, something which ignites a spark in you Our discussion delves deep into Ruby's journey of self-discovery, where she courageously confronts her decision to remain child-free. She reflects on her upbringing and the complex dynamics within her family environment, shedding light on how they influenced her perspective.