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Major Transits in Astrology: Saturn Return, Pluto & More

Updated May 17, 2026 · Astrologist.com Editorial

Some transits stand out.

You feel them. You remember them.

What makes a transit major

It’s not random.

Major transits usually involve:

  • slow planets
  • strong aspects
  • key chart points

That combination hits harder. This is where most people recognize themselves. It shows up in how you react, how people respond to you, and why certain situations repeat.

Common major transits

Examples include:

  • Saturn return
  • Pluto transits
  • Uranus changes

These often mark turning points.

Why they matter

They don’t just influence mood.

They shift direction.

Things like:

  • life decisions
  • identity changes
  • endings and starts

But this alone doesn't explain the full pattern -- how it plays out depends on the rest of your chart.

How they connect to your chart

These transits hit specific planets.

So the effect depends on your setup.

To understand the base:

planets

Summary

Major transits mark important phases. This is just the surface. The real pattern shows up when this interacts with the rest of your chart.

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