The Pluto in Aquarius transit is wading us into a deep pool of thought, societal waves, and an undertow of human behavior. Pluto is the planet of transformation. When it dons the garb of Aquarius, the sign of collective progress, rebellion, and freedom, it does so not as a benevolent benefactor, but as a relentless excavator. It drags to the surface all that festers beneath, forcing us to confront the shadows in our systems, our societies, and ourselves. At the moment, the surge in AI and technological marvels is currently the Aquarian promise—genius, innovation, the harnessing of human ingenuity to touch the stars. But Pluto ensures it’s not all starry-eyed optimism; it also shines a harsh light on the greed that often accompanies such leaps. Monopolies, exploitation, and the commodification of intelligence itself—these are the dragons we’re being called to slay. It’s the reckoning before the renaissance.

Social Media and Exploitation

The very platforms that connect us also magnify inequality, misogyny, and abuse. These systems, too, are being called out under Pluto’s relentless scrutiny. Social media is the amplifier of human ingenuity and the stage for our darkest shadows. Under Pluto’s transit through Aquarius, it’s no surprise that the role of these platforms is being laid bare, exposing not just their potential for good but also the systemic exploitation, misogyny, and inequality they so often magnify. Think about it: these platforms were born under the promise of connection. They told us we could share our lives, our thoughts, and our dreams with the world. And they’ve done that, creating communities, spreading awareness, and giving voices to those who might otherwise remain unheard. But Pluto has pulled back the curtain to reveal what lurks beneath that glossy interface.

Social media has not only connected us; it has commodified us. Every like, every click, every piece of data becomes part of an economy built on surveillance and profit. Women, in particular, have become targets within this ecosystem. The platforms that promised liberation—allowing women to tell their stories, find their tribes, and advocate for change—have also become breeding grounds for harassment, exploitation, and abuse. Pluto doesn’t let us gloss over the uncomfortable truths. The misogyny that festers online isn’t born in the digital realm; it’s a reflection of systemic issues that have long existed in the real world. The internet has merely amplified it, made it more visible and, paradoxically, harder to ignore. The harassment women face online—from body shaming to death threats, from stalking to revenge porn—isn’t just “trolling.” It’s part of a broader culture that devalues and endangers women.

And then there’s the way social media platforms themselves perpetuate inequality. Algorithms that favor certain voices over others, that prioritize outrage over understanding, that reduce complex issues to soundbites—all of these contribute to a culture where exploitation thrives. The platforms are built to keep us engaged, no matter the cost, and often, that cost is borne by the most vulnerable. But here’s the thing about Pluto, we’re seeing now—the calls for accountability, the push for better regulation, the demand for safer spaces online—is part of the transformation Pluto promises. Aquarius’ influence brings the potential for innovation, for reimagining these platforms as true instruments of connection and empowerment.

This won’t happen overnight. The systems that profit from it are deeply entrenched, and they won’t dismantle themselves willingly. But the very fact that these issues are being dragged into the light, debated in public forums, and challenged by activists and everyday users alike is a sign of progress. Social media is a reflection of humanity—its best and worst, its potential and its pitfalls. Under Pluto in Aquarius, we’re being called to decide what kind of reflection we want to see. Do we want platforms that exploit, divide, and harm? Or do we want spaces that uplift, unite, and inspire? The choice, as always, is collective. And while the road to transformation is painful, the destination—a digital world aligned with fairness and humanity—is worth fighting for. Let the flaws be exposed. It’s uncomfortable, but it’s also necessary. This is how we grow. This is how we change. This is how we make social media—and the society it mirrors—something worthy of the connections it promises.

A Planet in Crisis

The fiery truth of our warming world in this climate change isn’t just creeping into our collective awareness anymore; it’s pounding on the doors of our consciousness like a wake-up call. The arrival of Pluto in Aquarius seems to have turned up the volume, amplifying the urgency of our planetary predicament.  Pluto is a master of exposing the buried. In Aquarius, the sign of humanity, science, and innovation, its influence compels us to confront the collective impact of our actions on the planet. We are forced to see the consequences of centuries of industrialization, consumption, and negligence. The news that 2024 was the hottest year on record, with global temperatures crossing the ominous 1.5°C threshold, is a stark symbol of this confrontation.

Aquarius offers a unique energy for tackling these challenges—it’s visionary, collaborative, and forward-thinking. If ever there was a moment to innovate, to dream up solutions on a grand scale, this is it. The signs of this shift are already emerging. Conversations about renewable energy, sustainable living, and environmental justice are no longer niche—they’re central to global discourse. Yet, as Pluto likes to remind us, the path to meaningful change is rarely smooth. The crossing of 1.5°C is a warning siren about our collective inertia. We’ve known the science, heard the pleas of activists, seen the warnings from nature itself. And yet, we’ve delayed, distracted, and denied. Pluto in Aquarius brings an end to the era of ignorance. It’s not subtle—it pushes the urgency of action right into the forefront of human awareness.

However, while Aquarius inspires hope and progress, Pluto thrives in the depths of discomfort. It tells us that to truly solve the climate crisis, we must dig deep into the roots of the problem. This means confronting the systems of greed and exploitation that have driven us to the brink. It means looking at how climate change disproportionately affects the vulnerable and addressing the injustice baked into the crisis. In short, it demands a total transformation of how we live and interact with the Earth.

The silver lining is this: Aquarius is the sign of the collective. It believes in humanity’s ability to come together, to pool resources and ideas for the greater good. The extreme weather, the ecological disasters, the global awareness—they’re signs of a problem, but also a turning point. Under Pluto’s watchful gaze, the question is no longer whether we can change, but whether we will muster the will to do so.

With Pluto in Aquarius for the long haul, the focus will likely sharpen on radical innovation—think renewable energy breakthroughs, carbon capture technologies, and perhaps even a rethinking of economic systems that prioritize profit over planet. But technology alone won’t save us. This transit also calls for a cultural shift—a revolution in how we value nature, each other, and the future. We are, as always, at a crossroads. Pluto’s exposure is painful, but it’s also powerful. It’s forcing humanity to reckon with the truth of what we’ve done and what we’re capable of doing to repair it. The work ahead is monumental, but the energy of Aquarius might make us ready to confront it.

Gendered Violence and Sexual Abuse: The Harshest Shadows

The treatment of women—whether it’s the grotesque control imposed in some regions or the abuses tied to fame and power—these are the chilling manifestations of the shadow Pluto drags into the Aquarian sphere. Aquarius speaks of liberation, equality, and humanity, but before we can embody those ideals, Pluto demands we face the entrenched rot of patriarchy, misogyny, and systemic violence. Pluto exposes. It’s as if humanity is undergoing an audit of its soul, and all the receipts are being pulled from dusty drawers. Every unspeakable act, every systemic flaw, every shadowy corner of power that permits exploitation—they’re being dragged into the light for all to see. These horrors we’re witnessing are not new—they’ve existed in the shadows for far too long. What’s changing is our awareness, our collective outrage, and the global call for justice. Remember, Aquarius is the sign of the collective, the crowd, the people. This energy can dismantle oppressive systems and replace them with equitable structures. However, such evolution requires action. The exposure is only the first step.

Right now, this may very well be the exposure phase—a painful yet necessary reckoning. But history shows that every great leap forward is preceded by a moment of deep discomfort. We have to hold onto the belief that the Aquarian ideals of equality, freedom, and progress will triumph. After all, the universe doesn’t waste its time spinning lessons for nothing.

The Backwards Surge: Why Now?

The regression in women’s rights and the rise in exposed violence does feel like a cruel irony in an age meant for enlightenment. But Pluto’s work has just begun, so don’t lose hope:

• It must reveal the depth of a problem before it can be eradicated.
• By unearthing these horrors, Pluto demands collective accountability. These acts and systems have long existed but are now being dragged, screaming, into the light.

The rise of male violence and the suppression and sexual abuse of women is not new—it’s part of a patriarchal legacy that Pluto is dismantling by exposing its ugliest facets. It’s horrifying, but this exposure is necessary for progress. You cannot heal what you do not acknowledge. The struggle, the despair, the sense of hopelessness that’s gripping so many right now, especially women, is not without reason. But it is not without meaning, either. Pluto’s work is relentless. When it digs into the collective psyche, it doesn’t hold back. It peels away the comforting illusions we’ve wrapped ourselves in and forces us to confront what we’d rather not see.

For women, the cruelty and violence being exposed right now feel like the culmination of centuries of suppression, abuse, and systemic injustice. These stories are not new; they’ve been happening for as long as patriarchy has existed. What is new is the way they’re being thrust into the light, refusing to be ignored, brushed aside, or diminished. This exposure hurts. It feels unbearable at times. The unfairness of it all—the sheer savagery of systems that devalue and dehumanize women—is enough to make even the strongest among us falter. But let’s not mistake this darkness for the final act. Pluto’s exposure is not an ending; it’s a reckoning. It’s the painful yet necessary step before transformation can occur.

Think of it this way: you can’t heal a wound by pretending it doesn’t exist. The ugliness we’re seeing now is the infection finally coming to the surface, demanding to be cleaned out, even if the process stings like hell. Pluto is showing us the truth to empower us. For how can we build a fairer, kinder world if we don’t first understand the depth of the work that needs to be done? It can feel exhausting when faced with so much injustice. Pluto reveals the darkness, but it also reveals the light that lies beyond it. It shows us what we’re capable of when we finally stop tolerating the intolerable.

We’re in the thick of the storm right now, and it’s brutal. But storms pass. Pluto’s energy is slow, but it’s thorough. The ugliness being unearthed is not here to stay; it’s here to be transformed. And in the meantime, we must hold each other up, remind each other that this isn’t the end of the story. The unfairness we are seeing is real, but so is the possibility of change. If Pluto teaches us anything, it’s that from the ashes of destruction, something new can always rise. And perhaps, just perhaps, the struggle we’re in now is the labor pain of birthing a world where fairness and kindness can finally take root. While the world may feel savage and unfair, it’s also full of people who care, who see, who refuse to look away. That is where hope lives.

Within the ranks of humanity, there are countless men fighting alongside women for justice, equality, and dignity. And some of these men hold positions of great power, using their influence to amplify the call for change. Today, we see men using their voices, their platforms, and their privilege to stand shoulder to shoulder with women. Some are listening, learning, and amplifying women’s voices. Others are leveraging their influence to challenge systems of exploitation and abuse. It’s not just powerful men who matter in this fight—it’s every man who chooses to stand against injustice. The father teaching his son to respect women, the friend calling out misogyny, the ally showing up at a protest or supporting survivors in their healing—all of this contributes to the collective shift.

It’s also worth noting that the liberation of women liberates men, too. Patriarchy is a cage for everyone. When we dismantle its structures, we free men from the narrow expectations of dominance, stoicism, and detachment that limit their humanity. The fight for women’s rights is, in truth, a fight for human rights, for a world where everyone is valued and respected. Pluto in Aquarius lives for this kind of collaboration. It’s the sign of the collective, of shared ideals and mutual liberation. The energy of this era doesn’t allow for simple binaries—it’s not “men versus women” or “oppressors versus the oppressed.”

At the Heart of Justice

At the heart of justice we must transcend the superficial boundaries of race, nationality, or background. When we look at the harm being done, the crimes being committed, we’re not painting entire groups of people with a single brush, we’re addressing the actions, systems, and behaviors that perpetuate harm, no matter who the perpetrators or victims might be. In moments of reckoning, like the one Pluto in Aquarius seems to be ushering in, there’s a temptation for society to oversimplify, to create scapegoats or assign blame to specific groups. But this is a distraction, a diversion from the real work of identifying and dismantling the systems and attitudes that allow violence, exploitation, and injustice to exist. The focus must remain on the acts themselves, and the need for accountability, not on the race, gender, or identity of those involved.

This isn’t to say we shouldn’t examine how systemic inequalities intersect with issues like crime or exploitation—of course, those intersections exist and must be addressed. But we cannot let discussions about race or identity obscure the deeper truths. Crimes are crimes, suffering is suffering, and the imperative to seek justice and healing applies universally. When we focus on the acts themselves, we avoid the divisiveness that can derail progress. It allows us to call out specific behaviors and systems without generalizing entire groups of people. It also creates space for solidarity, for people of all backgrounds to come together in the shared goal of creating a safer, more just world. Pluto’s energy doesn’t discriminate—it exposes whatever needs to be transformed, regardless of who is involved. It invites us to confront uncomfortable truths without falling into the trap of easy blame. This is the harder path, but it’s also the path of real change. The actions that harm, the systems that sustain them, and the collective effort required to dismantle them. Race, gender, or identity shouldn’t distract us from the shared work of addressing injustice in all its forms. It’s about accountability, healing, and ultimately, the transformation of a world in desperate need of it.

Pluto in Aquarius: 2044

Pluto in Aquarius will remain until 2044, meaning this process is just beginning. We’re in the early waves of a societal reformation that will redefine freedom, technology, and equality for generations. What we’re witnessing now is the unveiling of truths that have long festered in the dark corners of our societies, the things we’ve been too naïve, too complicit, or too afraid to confront. Pluto tears away illusions with a ferocity that leaves us reeling, forcing us to face the things we’ve swept aside. It has a knack for prying open the rusted locks of denial, showing us what’s been hiding just out of sight. Right now, as it takes its first steps into Aquarius, it’s unearthing truths on a scale that’s both breathtaking and brutal.

The systemic abuse of power—whether it’s the grotesque violence against women, the exploitation in industries we idolize, or the oppressive laws that reduce half of humanity to shadows. These aren’t new stories; they’ve been whispered about, dismissed, or tolerated for generations. What’s different now is that they’re erupting into collective consciousness, impossible to ignore. Pluto forces the lid off these things, exposing them to the stark light of day so we can no longer feign ignorance. The way we’ve brushed these horrors aside or swallowed comforting half-truths is part of why Pluto’s work is so necessary. It reveals our complicity. Every time we’ve chosen comfort over confrontation, convenience over justice, or silence over action, we’ve contributed, however unwittingly, to the perpetuation of these systems. That’s a bitter pill to swallow, but it’s also the first step toward real change.

Aquarius, with its ideals of progress and liberation, amplifies this process. We’re being forced to reckon with not only the horrors of the present but the legacies of injustice we’ve inherited. Pluto is asking us, “What will you do with this truth now that you cannot unsee it?” The unearthed truths aren’t limited to violence or oppression, either. They extend into every sphere—our relationship with technology, the planet, and each other. The environmental crises we’ve long pretended weren’t urgent, even the flawed ways we’ve organized our societies—all of it is being laid bare. We’re being asked to question everything we’ve taken for granted.

We cannot move forward, cannot create the Aquarian future of equality, freedom, and innovation, without first clearing away the rot. So, take heart. What we’re experiencing now—the deluge of truths, the collapse of illusions, the exposure of horrors—is the necessary chaos before the order. This is the moment we’ve been thrust into, not by choice but by necessity. What we do with it will define the age to come.