{"id":107274,"date":"2026-04-16T17:30:00","date_gmt":"2026-04-16T15:30:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/?p=107274"},"modified":"2026-04-16T11:09:41","modified_gmt":"2026-04-16T09:09:41","slug":"afflicted-planets","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/it\/afflicted-planets\/","title":{"rendered":"How Afflicted Planets Mess Up Your Sign"},"content":{"rendered":"<style>img#mv-trellis-img-1::before{padding-top:56.296296296296%; }img#mv-trellis-img-1{display:block;}img#mv-trellis-img-2::before{padding-top:56.333333333333%; }img#mv-trellis-img-2{display:block;}img#mv-trellis-img-3::before{padding-top:56.296296296296%; }img#mv-trellis-img-3{display:block;}img#mv-trellis-img-4::before{padding-top:56.296296296296%; }img#mv-trellis-img-4{display:block;}img#mv-trellis-img-5::before{padding-top:56.296296296296%; }img#mv-trellis-img-5{display:block;}img#mv-trellis-img-6::before{padding-top:56.296296296296%; }img#mv-trellis-img-6{display:block;}img#mv-trellis-img-7::before{padding-top:56.296296296296%; }img#mv-trellis-img-7{display:block;}img#mv-trellis-img-8::before{padding-top:56.296296296296%; }img#mv-trellis-img-8{display:block;}img#mv-trellis-img-9::before{padding-top:56.296296296296%; }img#mv-trellis-img-9{display:block;}img#mv-trellis-img-10::before{padding-top:56.296296296296%; }img#mv-trellis-img-10{display:block;}<\/style>\n<p>Astrology is much more complicated than first meets the eye.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>We tend to plaster <strong>quick labels<\/strong> on people based on their Sun sign and call it a day, but this is only one of many things we have to consider.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A person can be born under an ambitious and motivated sign, such as Leo, and still struggle with confidence, success, love, money, etc.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Il <strong>condition of the planets<\/strong> in their chart can reveal why. When a planet is &ldquo;afflicted,&rdquo; it means it&rsquo;s not functioning at its best.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Let&rsquo;s explore how afflicted planets work, how they affect your sign, and what you can do about it!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1. What Does &ldquo;Afflicted&rdquo; Mean in Astrology?<\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image size-full wp-image-107279\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1080\" height=\"608\" src=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/afflicted-planets-chart-5.jpeg\" alt=\"afflicted planet\" class=\"wp-image-107279\" srcset=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/afflicted-planets-chart-5.jpeg 1080w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/afflicted-planets-chart-5-300x169.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/afflicted-planets-chart-5-1024x576.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/afflicted-planets-chart-5-768x432.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/afflicted-planets-chart-5-18x10.jpeg 18w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/afflicted-planets-chart-5-728x410.jpeg 728w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/afflicted-planets-chart-5-480x270.jpeg 480w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/afflicted-planets-chart-5-320x180.jpeg 320w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/afflicted-planets-chart-5-960x540.jpeg 960w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/afflicted-planets-chart-5-170x96.jpeg 170w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 40px), 728px\"><\/noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1080\" height=\"608\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%201080%20608'%3E%3Crect%20width='1080'%20height='608'%20style='fill:%23e3e3e3'\/%3E%3C\/svg%3E\" alt=\"afflicted planet\" class=\"wp-image-107279 lazyload\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 40px), 728px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/afflicted-planets-chart-5.jpeg\" id=\"mv-trellis-img-1\" data-src=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/afflicted-planets-chart-5.jpeg\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/afflicted-planets-chart-5.jpeg 1080w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/afflicted-planets-chart-5-300x169.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/afflicted-planets-chart-5-1024x576.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/afflicted-planets-chart-5-768x432.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/afflicted-planets-chart-5-18x10.jpeg 18w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/afflicted-planets-chart-5-728x410.jpeg 728w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/afflicted-planets-chart-5-480x270.jpeg 480w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/afflicted-planets-chart-5-320x180.jpeg 320w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/afflicted-planets-chart-5-960x540.jpeg 960w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/afflicted-planets-chart-5-170x96.jpeg 170w\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\"><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><a href=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/it\/\">&copy; Angelynum<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>An afflicted planet is one that&rsquo;s <strong>weakened or limited<\/strong> in some way.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Affliction mainly happens when planets receive negative aspects from other malefic planets, such as Mars or Saturn.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>They might also sit in a zodiac sign that clashes with their energy (for example, Mars in Cancer).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Some astrologers also consider retrograde planets as partly afflicted because they tend to operate differently.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Such a planet struggles to express its <strong>qualit\u00e0 positive<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>But don&rsquo;t despair &ndash; this doesn&rsquo;t mean you&rsquo;re doomed. It just means you might have to work a little harder to overcome certain challenges.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2. Negative Aspects and Their Impact<\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image size-full wp-image-107284\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"676\" src=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/afflicted-planets-chart-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-107284\" srcset=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/afflicted-planets-chart-1.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/afflicted-planets-chart-1-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/afflicted-planets-chart-1-1024x577.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/afflicted-planets-chart-1-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/afflicted-planets-chart-1-18x10.jpg 18w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/afflicted-planets-chart-1-728x410.jpg 728w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/afflicted-planets-chart-1-480x270.jpg 480w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/afflicted-planets-chart-1-320x180.jpg 320w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/afflicted-planets-chart-1-960x541.jpg 960w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/afflicted-planets-chart-1-1080x608.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/afflicted-planets-chart-1-170x96.jpg 170w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 40px), 728px\"><\/noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"676\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%201200%20676'%3E%3Crect%20width='1200'%20height='676'%20style='fill:%23e3e3e3'\/%3E%3C\/svg%3E\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-107284 lazyload\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 40px), 728px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/afflicted-planets-chart-1.jpg\" id=\"mv-trellis-img-2\" data-src=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/afflicted-planets-chart-1.jpg\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/afflicted-planets-chart-1.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/afflicted-planets-chart-1-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/afflicted-planets-chart-1-1024x577.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/afflicted-planets-chart-1-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/afflicted-planets-chart-1-18x10.jpg 18w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/afflicted-planets-chart-1-728x410.jpg 728w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/afflicted-planets-chart-1-480x270.jpg 480w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/afflicted-planets-chart-1-320x180.jpg 320w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/afflicted-planets-chart-1-960x541.jpg 960w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/afflicted-planets-chart-1-1080x608.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/afflicted-planets-chart-1-170x96.jpg 170w\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\"><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><a href=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/it\/\">&copy; Angelynum<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>When a planet forms a square or <strong>opposition<\/strong> con un <strong>malefic planet<\/strong>, it&rsquo;s like putting roadblocks in its path.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>These negative aspects can hinder its natural expression, making its energy feel unstable.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For instance, a Mars square Saturn might make a person slow to act, even if Mars is naturally energetic.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The planet is still present in the chart, still trying to do its thing, but it&rsquo;s fighting <strong>an uphill battle<\/strong>.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This can create inner conflicts and a feeling like the whole world is working against you.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>But again, an afflicted planet doesn&rsquo;t mean you can&rsquo;t achieve things; you just need to understand your shortcomings and work around them.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3. The Sign Placement and Its Role<\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image size-full wp-image-107283\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1080\" height=\"608\" src=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/afflicted-planets-chart-1.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-107283\" srcset=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/afflicted-planets-chart-1.jpeg 1080w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/afflicted-planets-chart-1-300x169.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/afflicted-planets-chart-1-1024x576.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/afflicted-planets-chart-1-768x432.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/afflicted-planets-chart-1-18x10.jpeg 18w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/afflicted-planets-chart-1-728x410.jpeg 728w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/afflicted-planets-chart-1-480x270.jpeg 480w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/afflicted-planets-chart-1-320x180.jpeg 320w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/afflicted-planets-chart-1-960x540.jpeg 960w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/afflicted-planets-chart-1-170x96.jpeg 170w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 40px), 728px\"><\/noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1080\" height=\"608\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%201080%20608'%3E%3Crect%20width='1080'%20height='608'%20style='fill:%23e3e3e3'\/%3E%3C\/svg%3E\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-107283 lazyload\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 40px), 728px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/afflicted-planets-chart-1.jpeg\" id=\"mv-trellis-img-3\" data-src=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/afflicted-planets-chart-1.jpeg\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/afflicted-planets-chart-1.jpeg 1080w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/afflicted-planets-chart-1-300x169.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/afflicted-planets-chart-1-1024x576.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/afflicted-planets-chart-1-768x432.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/afflicted-planets-chart-1-18x10.jpeg 18w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/afflicted-planets-chart-1-728x410.jpeg 728w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/afflicted-planets-chart-1-480x270.jpeg 480w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/afflicted-planets-chart-1-320x180.jpeg 320w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/afflicted-planets-chart-1-960x540.jpeg 960w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/afflicted-planets-chart-1-170x96.jpeg 170w\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\"><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><a href=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/it\/\">&copy; Angelynum<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>A planet&rsquo;s placement in your chart also matters a lot.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If a planet is in a sign where it&rsquo;s naturally weak, it&rsquo;s going to be afflicted.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Mars in Cancer<\/strong> is in <strong>caduta<\/strong>, which means it&rsquo;s weaker and less effective. This can make your actions feel sluggish, or you might act emotionally.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>On the flipside, Mars in Capricorn is exalted, which makes it stronger.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The sign can either support or hinder a planet&rsquo;s expression.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>So, even if a planet receives negative aspects, being in a supportive sign can lessen the impact. Your challenges become more manageable.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">4. Retrograde Planets<\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image size-full wp-image-107278\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1080\" height=\"608\" src=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/afflicted-planets-chart-4.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-107278\" srcset=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/afflicted-planets-chart-4.jpeg 1080w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/afflicted-planets-chart-4-300x169.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/afflicted-planets-chart-4-1024x576.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/afflicted-planets-chart-4-768x432.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/afflicted-planets-chart-4-18x10.jpeg 18w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/afflicted-planets-chart-4-728x410.jpeg 728w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/afflicted-planets-chart-4-480x270.jpeg 480w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/afflicted-planets-chart-4-320x180.jpeg 320w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/afflicted-planets-chart-4-960x540.jpeg 960w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/afflicted-planets-chart-4-170x96.jpeg 170w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 40px), 728px\"><\/noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1080\" height=\"608\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%201080%20608'%3E%3Crect%20width='1080'%20height='608'%20style='fill:%23e3e3e3'\/%3E%3C\/svg%3E\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-107278 lazyload\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 40px), 728px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/afflicted-planets-chart-4.jpeg\" id=\"mv-trellis-img-4\" data-src=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/afflicted-planets-chart-4.jpeg\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/afflicted-planets-chart-4.jpeg 1080w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/afflicted-planets-chart-4-300x169.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/afflicted-planets-chart-4-1024x576.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/afflicted-planets-chart-4-768x432.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/afflicted-planets-chart-4-18x10.jpeg 18w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/afflicted-planets-chart-4-728x410.jpeg 728w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/afflicted-planets-chart-4-480x270.jpeg 480w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/afflicted-planets-chart-4-320x180.jpeg 320w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/afflicted-planets-chart-4-960x540.jpeg 960w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/afflicted-planets-chart-4-170x96.jpeg 170w\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\"><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><a href=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/it\/\">&copy; Angelynum<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>Retrograde planets are sometimes also seen as afflicted because they appear to move backward in the sky, which can <strong>delay or complicate<\/strong> their energy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Everyone&rsquo;s favorite villain, Mercury retrograde, impacts communication and decision-making, while Venus retrograde might impact relationships.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Retrogrades slow down the planet&rsquo;s usual flow, making it harder for its qualities to manifest smoothly.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you have a retrograde planet that&rsquo;s also receiving negative aspects, it may be doubly challenged.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">5. Taurus and Virgo<\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image size-full wp-image-107285\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1080\" height=\"608\" src=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/afflicted-planets-chart-9.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-107285\" srcset=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/afflicted-planets-chart-9.jpeg 1080w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/afflicted-planets-chart-9-300x169.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/afflicted-planets-chart-9-1024x576.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/afflicted-planets-chart-9-768x432.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/afflicted-planets-chart-9-18x10.jpeg 18w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/afflicted-planets-chart-9-728x410.jpeg 728w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/afflicted-planets-chart-9-480x270.jpeg 480w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/afflicted-planets-chart-9-320x180.jpeg 320w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/afflicted-planets-chart-9-960x540.jpeg 960w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/afflicted-planets-chart-9-170x96.jpeg 170w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 40px), 728px\"><\/noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1080\" height=\"608\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%201080%20608'%3E%3Crect%20width='1080'%20height='608'%20style='fill:%23e3e3e3'\/%3E%3C\/svg%3E\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-107285 lazyload\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 40px), 728px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/afflicted-planets-chart-9.jpeg\" id=\"mv-trellis-img-5\" data-src=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/afflicted-planets-chart-9.jpeg\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/afflicted-planets-chart-9.jpeg 1080w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/afflicted-planets-chart-9-300x169.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/afflicted-planets-chart-9-1024x576.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/afflicted-planets-chart-9-768x432.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/afflicted-planets-chart-9-18x10.jpeg 18w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/afflicted-planets-chart-9-728x410.jpeg 728w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/afflicted-planets-chart-9-480x270.jpeg 480w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/afflicted-planets-chart-9-320x180.jpeg 320w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/afflicted-planets-chart-9-960x540.jpeg 960w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/afflicted-planets-chart-9-170x96.jpeg 170w\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\"><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><a href=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/it\/\">&copy; Angelynum<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>Earth signs like Taurus and Virgo tend to ground planets, but they can also weaken certain energies if planets are afflicted.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For Taurus, a planet in fall might <strong>struggle with stability<\/strong> or persistence, which can make it harder for them to stick to their goals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Virgo&rsquo;s analytical nature can turn into overcritical tendencies if a planet is challenged.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For instance, a challenging aspect to Mercury in Virgo could cause <strong>perfezionismo<\/strong>.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>However, Earth signs also bring practicality, so even if a planet is afflicted, it can be managed by focusing on steady progress.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">6. Gemini and Cancer<\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image size-full wp-image-107281\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1080\" height=\"608\" src=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/afflicted-planets-chart-7.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-107281\" srcset=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/afflicted-planets-chart-7.jpeg 1080w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/afflicted-planets-chart-7-300x169.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/afflicted-planets-chart-7-1024x576.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/afflicted-planets-chart-7-768x432.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/afflicted-planets-chart-7-18x10.jpeg 18w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/afflicted-planets-chart-7-728x410.jpeg 728w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/afflicted-planets-chart-7-480x270.jpeg 480w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/afflicted-planets-chart-7-320x180.jpeg 320w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/afflicted-planets-chart-7-960x540.jpeg 960w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/afflicted-planets-chart-7-170x96.jpeg 170w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 40px), 728px\"><\/noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1080\" height=\"608\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%201080%20608'%3E%3Crect%20width='1080'%20height='608'%20style='fill:%23e3e3e3'\/%3E%3C\/svg%3E\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-107281 lazyload\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 40px), 728px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/afflicted-planets-chart-7.jpeg\" id=\"mv-trellis-img-6\" data-src=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/afflicted-planets-chart-7.jpeg\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/afflicted-planets-chart-7.jpeg 1080w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/afflicted-planets-chart-7-300x169.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/afflicted-planets-chart-7-1024x576.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/afflicted-planets-chart-7-768x432.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/afflicted-planets-chart-7-18x10.jpeg 18w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/afflicted-planets-chart-7-728x410.jpeg 728w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/afflicted-planets-chart-7-480x270.jpeg 480w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/afflicted-planets-chart-7-320x180.jpeg 320w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/afflicted-planets-chart-7-960x540.jpeg 960w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/afflicted-planets-chart-7-170x96.jpeg 170w\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\"><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><a href=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/it\/\">&copy; Angelynum<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>Gemini is ruled by Mercury, so Mercury-ruled planets in Gemini can be more adaptable and also <strong>more scattered<\/strong> if afflicted.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Cancer, ruled by the Moon, is known for its sensitivity.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>An afflicted Moon in Cancer can lead to <strong>sbalzi d'umore<\/strong> and emotional insecurity.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If Mercury is negatively aspected in Gemini, communication may be difficult, so misunderstandings are more likely to happen.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>These signs have exceptional adaptability, so even when planets aren&rsquo;t favorable, they always find a way to manage.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">7. Leo and Scorpio<\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image size-full wp-image-107277\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1080\" height=\"608\" src=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/afflicted-planets-chart-3.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-107277\" srcset=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/afflicted-planets-chart-3.jpeg 1080w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/afflicted-planets-chart-3-300x169.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/afflicted-planets-chart-3-1024x576.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/afflicted-planets-chart-3-768x432.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/afflicted-planets-chart-3-18x10.jpeg 18w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/afflicted-planets-chart-3-728x410.jpeg 728w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/afflicted-planets-chart-3-480x270.jpeg 480w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/afflicted-planets-chart-3-320x180.jpeg 320w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/afflicted-planets-chart-3-960x540.jpeg 960w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/afflicted-planets-chart-3-170x96.jpeg 170w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 40px), 728px\"><\/noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1080\" height=\"608\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%201080%20608'%3E%3Crect%20width='1080'%20height='608'%20style='fill:%23e3e3e3'\/%3E%3C\/svg%3E\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-107277 lazyload\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 40px), 728px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/afflicted-planets-chart-3.jpeg\" id=\"mv-trellis-img-7\" data-src=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/afflicted-planets-chart-3.jpeg\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/afflicted-planets-chart-3.jpeg 1080w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/afflicted-planets-chart-3-300x169.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/afflicted-planets-chart-3-1024x576.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/afflicted-planets-chart-3-768x432.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/afflicted-planets-chart-3-18x10.jpeg 18w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/afflicted-planets-chart-3-728x410.jpeg 728w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/afflicted-planets-chart-3-480x270.jpeg 480w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/afflicted-planets-chart-3-320x180.jpeg 320w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/afflicted-planets-chart-3-960x540.jpeg 960w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/afflicted-planets-chart-3-170x96.jpeg 170w\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\"><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><a href=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/it\/\">&copy; Angelynum<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>Leo and Scorpio are uniquely intense signs. If planets in these signs are afflicted, it can lead to issues like low self-esteem and emotional chaos.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A weak Sun in Leo can make them <strong>feel insecure<\/strong> about their identity, and even shy.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Scorpio&rsquo;s planets, if challenged, create <strong>trust issues<\/strong> and power struggles.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Leo wants recognition, and Scorpio wants depth.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A challenged planet makes it difficult for them to achieve the things they want most. Again, it&rsquo;s far from impossible, but it will take more awareness and work.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">8. Sagittarius and Capricorn<\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image size-full wp-image-107276\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1080\" height=\"608\" src=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/afflicted-planets-chart-2.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-107276\" srcset=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/afflicted-planets-chart-2.jpeg 1080w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/afflicted-planets-chart-2-300x169.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/afflicted-planets-chart-2-1024x576.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/afflicted-planets-chart-2-768x432.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/afflicted-planets-chart-2-18x10.jpeg 18w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/afflicted-planets-chart-2-728x410.jpeg 728w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/afflicted-planets-chart-2-480x270.jpeg 480w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/afflicted-planets-chart-2-320x180.jpeg 320w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/afflicted-planets-chart-2-960x540.jpeg 960w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/afflicted-planets-chart-2-170x96.jpeg 170w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 40px), 728px\"><\/noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1080\" height=\"608\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%201080%20608'%3E%3Crect%20width='1080'%20height='608'%20style='fill:%23e3e3e3'\/%3E%3C\/svg%3E\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-107276 lazyload\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 40px), 728px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/afflicted-planets-chart-2.jpeg\" id=\"mv-trellis-img-8\" data-src=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/afflicted-planets-chart-2.jpeg\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/afflicted-planets-chart-2.jpeg 1080w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/afflicted-planets-chart-2-300x169.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/afflicted-planets-chart-2-1024x576.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/afflicted-planets-chart-2-768x432.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/afflicted-planets-chart-2-18x10.jpeg 18w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/afflicted-planets-chart-2-728x410.jpeg 728w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/afflicted-planets-chart-2-480x270.jpeg 480w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/afflicted-planets-chart-2-320x180.jpeg 320w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/afflicted-planets-chart-2-960x540.jpeg 960w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/afflicted-planets-chart-2-170x96.jpeg 170w\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\"><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><a href=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/it\/\">&copy; Angelynum<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>Sagittarius and Capricorn are ruled by Jupiter and Saturn; these planets embody expansion and discipline.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>An afflicted Jupiter might limit the <strong>natural optimism<\/strong> of Sagittarius. It can also make them closed off and afraid of new things.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A challenged Saturn in Capricorn creates feelings of restriction and a <strong>fear of failure<\/strong>.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>These challenges feel like roadblocks, but if you&rsquo;re stubborn enough, they can also make you more resilient.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For example, a negatively aspected Saturn can force you to develop discipline and patience in order to achieve your goals.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Even if a planet is challenged, it can still serve as a catalyst for inner strength.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">9. Aquarius and Pisces<\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image size-full wp-image-107282\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1080\" height=\"608\" src=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/afflicted-planets-chart-8.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-107282\" srcset=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/afflicted-planets-chart-8.jpeg 1080w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/afflicted-planets-chart-8-300x169.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/afflicted-planets-chart-8-1024x576.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/afflicted-planets-chart-8-768x432.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/afflicted-planets-chart-8-18x10.jpeg 18w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/afflicted-planets-chart-8-728x410.jpeg 728w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/afflicted-planets-chart-8-480x270.jpeg 480w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/afflicted-planets-chart-8-320x180.jpeg 320w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/afflicted-planets-chart-8-960x540.jpeg 960w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/afflicted-planets-chart-8-170x96.jpeg 170w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 40px), 728px\"><\/noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1080\" height=\"608\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%201080%20608'%3E%3Crect%20width='1080'%20height='608'%20style='fill:%23e3e3e3'\/%3E%3C\/svg%3E\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-107282 lazyload\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 40px), 728px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/afflicted-planets-chart-8.jpeg\" id=\"mv-trellis-img-9\" data-src=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/afflicted-planets-chart-8.jpeg\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/afflicted-planets-chart-8.jpeg 1080w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/afflicted-planets-chart-8-300x169.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/afflicted-planets-chart-8-1024x576.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/afflicted-planets-chart-8-768x432.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/afflicted-planets-chart-8-18x10.jpeg 18w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/afflicted-planets-chart-8-728x410.jpeg 728w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/afflicted-planets-chart-8-480x270.jpeg 480w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/afflicted-planets-chart-8-320x180.jpeg 320w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/afflicted-planets-chart-8-960x540.jpeg 960w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/afflicted-planets-chart-8-170x96.jpeg 170w\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\"><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><a href=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/it\/\">&copy; Angelynum<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>Aquarius and Pisces are the most idealistic signs. An afflicted Uranus or Neptune can cause confusion and instability for them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For instance, a challenged Neptune in Pisces could lead to <strong>escapism and denial<\/strong>, while a challenged Uranus makes Aquarius <strong>antisocial<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>These signs also have their unique ways of navigating issues.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Affliction can push them toward spiritual development and unconventional thinking. That way, limitations actually become new opportunities.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">10. Aries and Libra<\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image size-full wp-image-107280\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1080\" height=\"608\" src=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/afflicted-planets-chart-6.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-107280\" srcset=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/afflicted-planets-chart-6.jpeg 1080w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/afflicted-planets-chart-6-300x169.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/afflicted-planets-chart-6-1024x576.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/afflicted-planets-chart-6-768x432.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/afflicted-planets-chart-6-18x10.jpeg 18w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/afflicted-planets-chart-6-728x410.jpeg 728w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/afflicted-planets-chart-6-480x270.jpeg 480w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/afflicted-planets-chart-6-320x180.jpeg 320w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/afflicted-planets-chart-6-960x540.jpeg 960w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/afflicted-planets-chart-6-170x96.jpeg 170w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 40px), 728px\"><\/noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1080\" height=\"608\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%201080%20608'%3E%3Crect%20width='1080'%20height='608'%20style='fill:%23e3e3e3'\/%3E%3C\/svg%3E\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-107280 lazyload\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 40px), 728px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/afflicted-planets-chart-6.jpeg\" id=\"mv-trellis-img-10\" data-src=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/afflicted-planets-chart-6.jpeg\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/afflicted-planets-chart-6.jpeg 1080w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/afflicted-planets-chart-6-300x169.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/afflicted-planets-chart-6-1024x576.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/afflicted-planets-chart-6-768x432.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/afflicted-planets-chart-6-18x10.jpeg 18w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/afflicted-planets-chart-6-728x410.jpeg 728w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/afflicted-planets-chart-6-480x270.jpeg 480w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/afflicted-planets-chart-6-320x180.jpeg 320w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/afflicted-planets-chart-6-960x540.jpeg 960w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/afflicted-planets-chart-6-170x96.jpeg 170w\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\"><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><a href=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/it\/\">&copy; Angelynum<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>Aries and Libra are ruled by Mars and Venus, respectively.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>When planets are afflicted in these signs, it can influence how they approach new beginnings and structure their relationships.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A challenged Mars in Aries often manifests as <strong>destructive impulsiveness<\/strong> and impatience, which leads them to be perpetually frustrated.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>An afflicted Venus in Libra can result in issues with <strong>autostima<\/strong> and indecisiveness.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The affliction might actually force these signs to cultivate patience and self-awareness more than they usually would to overcome their challenges.&nbsp;<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Astrology is much more complicated than first meets the eye.&nbsp; We tend to plaster quick labels on people based on their Sun sign and call &hellip;<\/p>","protected":false},"author":13,"featured_media":107284,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"syndication_tool_enabled":true,"syndication_tool_title":"","syndication_tool_excerpt":"","syndication_tool_featured_image":0,"syndication_tool_publish_date":"","syndication_tool_schema_types":["gallery"],"syndication_tool_backlink_enable":false,"syndication_tool_ai_disclosure_enable":false,"disable-in-feed":false,"article-schema-type":"Article","disable-critical-css":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[97],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-107274","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-astrology"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/it\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/107274","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/it\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/it\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/it\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/13"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/it\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=107274"}],"version-history":[{"count":4,"href":"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/it\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/107274\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":108964,"href":"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/it\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/107274\/revisions\/108964"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/it\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/107284"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/it\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=107274"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/it\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=107274"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/it\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=107274"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}