When Pluto saunters into your 7th house, you can be sure that the cosmos is about to hand you a magnifying glass for every partnership in your life. The 7th house is the domain of committed relationships, marriage, business alliances, and those one-on-one dynamics that make life both sweet and occasionally spicy. With Pluto transiting here, superficial connections tend to dissolve, and what remains is a deep, sometimes raw, exploration of intimacy, power, and trust.

This is not a fleeting influence—Pluto likes to take its time. You may be working with this transformative energy for anywhere from 12 to 20 years, which means your relationship landscape is in for a slow-cooked metamorphosis. During this phase, you might notice that the universe has a penchant for sending you partners who push all your buttons, or for stirring up old patterns in your current relationships that you thought were long buried. Contracts, both literal and emotional, are tested for their strength and authenticity.

If you’re single, don’t be surprised if your next significant connection feels like a plot twist from a psychological thriller. Existing partnerships can deepen profoundly, but only after surviving a few rounds of emotional truth or dare. This is not the time for polite small talk or sweeping issues under the rug; Pluto’s broom is more of a wrecking ball. Power struggles, jealousy, and control issues may emerge, urging you to examine where you give away your power or attempt to dominate others.

The upside? There is tremendous potential here for soul-level healing and relationship rebirth. If you’re willing to do the inner work, Pluto can help you shed unhealthy patterns, release codependency, and attract connections rooted in mutual respect and authenticity. Contracts or alliances formed under this influence can be incredibly powerful, provided they are built on honesty and genuine connection rather than manipulation or fear.

Of course, the intensity of this transit can be unnerving. You might find yourself questioning who you can trust, or feeling exposed as hidden motivations come to light. It’s important to maintain boundaries, communicate openly, and avoid the temptation to control outcomes. Remember, Pluto’s agenda is to empower you, not to leave you in a perpetual state of drama or suspicion. If you find yourself obsessing over another’s every move, it may be time to look within and reclaim your own authority.

To make the most of this transit, embrace vulnerability as a strength rather than a weakness. Seek out relationships and collaborations that challenge you to grow and evolve. Therapy, couples counseling, or deep heart-to-heart conversations can be your best friends during this period. And if someone tries to gaslight you into thinking you’re the only one with issues, just remember: Pluto is the cosmic king of shadow work, and everyone has their turn in the hot seat.

Be mindful of letting resentment or bitterness fester, as Pluto has a way of amplifying what you refuse to acknowledge. Choose transformation over stagnation, and trust that any relationship or contract that survives this passage will be stronger for it. The process may not always be comfortable, but the results can be truly alchemical.

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