Mars in Jyestha ~ Use your protective power

Mars is in Jyestha from November 19th to December 7th, 2025, the last nakshatra in the zodiacal sign of Scorpio.

This is a natural domain for the planet of drive and energy, where it operates with passion and also carries an underlying emotional and sympathetic force. You can stand up for yourself and others with quiet intensity, more like a secret agent than a soldier, and you are aware of hidden dynamics in the company and in business. This nakshatra’s name translates to The Elder, where you take responsibility for friends, family, and co-workers, and may find yourself taking on the grown-up role in a group.

You do well when working independently, but operate according to a strategy if possible, and be patient but persistent. Jyeshta’s Shakti, or unique attribute, is also for ‘Courage in Battle’, so you have fight and passion as you take on a difficult situation, and succeed in spite of tough odds. People look to you for a lead and draw you into a wider struggle with more than just your own interests at stake. This asterism is sometimes associated with scarcity and insecurity, and while Mars is strong during this transit, it is also well to be careful with your finances and not over-stretch.

Mars also receives the support of its planetary friend Jupiter up to December 6th, which gives you courage and a kind of inner faith in your mission. You can work harder and endure for longer when you believe in yourself and enjoy what you do. Jupiter’s protective influence sits well with Jyeshta’s symbol of an Umbrella or Talisman, and you look after yourself and may also step up to support a friend or family member.