Mars represents action and aggression, while Pluto rules power, transformation, and rebirth. The attraction in this opposition is magnetic, sometimes feeling like instant soul recognition. Yet along with great highs come great lows – power struggles and jealousy can erupt, bringing dramatic upheavals.
Mars opposite Pluto often creates a transformative relationship that strips away illusions, exposing vulnerabilities in order to rebuild on more solid ground over time. This article will explore how this complex dynamic plays out and how to best take advantage of the energies it creates.
What the Mars Person Sees in the Pluto Person
To Mars, Pluto seems mysterious yet alluring. Mars feels irresistibly drawn in by Pluto’s hidden depths and is eager to uncover Pluto’s secrets. Pluto has an aura of power and control that intrigues Mars. Mars both admires this and feels compelled to challenge it, leading to frequent power struggles between them.
Mars is very physically attracted to Pluto – there is almost an addictive quality to their chemistry. Mars sees Pluto as an ultimate muse who continually fascinates and inspires Mars to express primal passions. Yet, while Mars seeks action and immediate gratification, Pluto takes a slower, more cautious approach in relationships. This can frustrate the impatient Mars energy in this person’s chart. Predictability can be lacking, as Pluto tends to blow hot and cold.
What the Pluto Person Sees in the Mars Person
Pluto feels inexplicably drawn towards Mars – it’s as if Mars radiates a magnetism that instinctively pulls Pluto in. Pluto is attracted to Mars’ display of strength and action – so different from the subtle way Pluto operates.
Pluto loves to peel back Mars’ layers over time slowly – learning what triggers reactions in Mars. All of Mars’ passion captivates Pluto, making Pluto determined to be the sole focus and controller behind it.
Jealous tendencies can emerge here – Pluto demands exclusivity and can grow possessive over independent Mars. Pluto also resents when Mars turns its attention elsewhere instead of reciprocating Pluto’s intensity.
Mars sparks Pluto into feeling vibrantly alive by unleashing Pluto’s passion. Yet Pluto may wish to contain strong-willed Mars, fearful Mars will abandon Pluto after uncovering hidden vulnerability.
Strengths of Mars Opposite Pluto Synastry
For all their problems, Mars Opposite Pluto couples also generate an intoxicating passion and magnetic attraction towards one another. The sexual chemistry between these partners is off the charts.
When they get along, they can truly feel like lovers and partners in the deepest sense, taking on the world together side by side. They fiercely support each other’s ambitions with motivation; they are willing to fight for one another and for the relationship itself.
Over time, this bond can transform into one that strips away illusions and breaks down intimacy barriers, exposing vulnerabilities in order to rebuild on more solid ground.
Challenges of Mars Opposite Pluto Synastry
Power struggles are standard fare for Mars Opposite Pluto couples, often leading to destructive behavior. Intense feelings of jealousy arise, causing the Pluto partner in particular to possessiveness, manipulation, and mind games as a way to test their partner’s faithfulness and resolve.
Explosive tempers are par for the course with this synastry aspect, causing extreme hurtful exchanges and words thrown around in the heat of anger. Hyper-competitiveness emerges even outside the relationship as both partners try to one-up each other at every turn.
Ongoing struggles for control between the couple further exhaust passion reserves in the partnership. The couple often cannot compromise healthily, damaging the foundation of the relationship. Deep resentments can brew beneath surface conflicts.
Tips for the Mars Person
The Mars person wants to avoid playing power games and be direct about communicating their needs or feelings openly. Suppressed emotions will only amplify explosive outbursts down the line, so honesty upfront is key.
When conflicts arise, it’s important not to react immediately – the Mars person should step back until calm before addressing any tensions in the partnership. Impulsiveness will only fan the flames leading to regretful damage later on.
The Mars individual must also cultivate independence and activities fulfilling self-expression aside from the Pluto partner. Constant togetherness often breeds resentment in Mars Opposite Pluto bonds.
Compromise is essential – the Mars person must bend at times rather than rigidly trying to dominate their Pluto mate, which will only turn the Pluto person adversarial. Open communication airs grievances honestly but also shows a willingness to validate their partner’s viewpoint, reducing conflicts.
Tips for the Pluto Person
The Pluto individual should give breathing space for independent Mars rather than try to control or smother their partner’s freedom, which will backfire. Secure people allow partners latitude.
Curbing jealousy is also key as Pluto’s lack of trust wounds Mars deeply, destroying intimacy. When appreciated fully, Mars will focus passion solely onto the Pluto mate. The Pluto person must share power rather than perpetuate dominance behaviors provoking Mars’ rebellion – equality nurtures mutual growth.
Perfectionism strains relationships too – Pluto should temper expectations, forgive flaws, and accept Mars’ strengths. Hiding insecurities undermines emotional connections while honest vulnerability builds close bonds. Leaning into open disclosure and dropping power plays smooth relations.
My Experiences Counseling Mars Opposite Pluto Synastry Clients
Sadly, I’d say that 80% of the couples I’ve counseled with a strong (within 1′ degree orbs) Mars opp Pluto aspect eventually split over conflicts. Spiraling jealousy, manipulation hurts, and explosive fights take a toll – exhausted goodwill can’t neutralize the toxicity. Walking away seems the sole salvation after too much psychic damage is inflicted through this synastry aspect.
For the minority weathering Mars opposite Pluto successfully – their journey wasn’t linear toward happiness. We extensively addressed deep insecurities driving controlling behaviors or attacking reactions during counseling. Examining childhood origin stories for anger and shame proved hugely insightful.
I’ll never forget one couple – the case seemed hopeless initially. After revelations around an affair destroyed remaining trust, they separated entirely for over a year, communicating only through lawyers over divorce practicalities.
Yet something profound clearly occurred during that time apart. Independently, they evidently faced profound but painful self-truths – they genuinely seemed more self-possessed and exuded a calmness unlike before. Upon accidentally meeting again, the magnetic attraction reignited feelings they believed were extinguished.
We started counseling again – this time, it finally clicked. They built fresh boundaries and okay zones for arguing productively only over recent issues. Most importantly, they articulated mutual appreciation and forgiveness for past wrongs through validation letters. Their relationship was completely renewed on stronger pillars going forward.
True, lasting change emerges beyond surface-level quick fixes. Mars opposite Pluto often requires fully reconciling each other’s darkness and light. With effort and intention, this can be an amazingly transformative shared aspect that bonds.
