Saturn, the planet of karma, boundaries, and success, is in pada (part) two of Revati, in Pisces from July 2nd to August 20th.

This nakshatra, associated with help, protection, and ultimate prosperity, throws down a challenge to hard-nosed Saturn, where you combine humanitarian instincts with a businesslike and real-world attitude. Pada Two also relates to Capricorn navamsha, the underlying chart of relationship and spiritual strength, which further emphasizes the Saturn-ruled karmic quality. It is not enough to have good intentions and feel other people’s pain; you must have a practical strategy for making a difference.

You also have ambition attached to your dreams and may seek a role in a helping profession, with a view to career advancement. Likewise, in partnership, you take a long-term view and want to build a life with somebody based on a mature understanding. A new relationship at this point may have a significant age difference or is bound up with work and a sense of duty to each other. Saturn receives the glance of Jupiter, its current sign ruler, through this whole transit, which lightens the atmosphere and gives an opportunity for advancement.

This is a classic combination of limitation and adventure, of work and freedom, where you can grow and consolidate. From August 1st, Saturn exchanges glances with romantic Venus, and you are seeking a balance between business and pleasure. You may have to pass up an invitation, fill in time while your partner is away, or simply find it hard to relate to others in a natural and spontaneous way. Try to combine work with your social life, and you can be of genuine help to somebody in need.