Aspect mechanics at a glance

Opposition = 180° tension across a life axis. It demands awareness of what the “other side” wants and a plan to alternate, integrate, or negotiate. Learn more about the opposition aspect.

Natal chart: how it behaves in real life

• Temperament: restless, fast-reacting, allergic to micromanagement. You move first, explain later.
• Conflict: you oppose bullies and stale systems; you can also escalate minor friction. Learn “de-escalate scripts.”
• Work style: blitz projects, hack solutions, crisis-capable; routine maintenance drains you.
• Desire/sex: strong, experimental, easily turned on/off by freedom levels.
• Body: twitchy nervous system; muscles like quick bursts. Interval training beats marathons.

House axis sets the arena. Example: 1st house Mars vs 7th house Uranus = “I act” vs “others disrupt”—partners trigger change, you trigger their independence.

Synastry and relationships

In synastry, one person’s Mars opposite the other’s Uranus is instant spark plus whiplash. Chemistry is extreme; schedules and temperaments clash. If one is more Aries (direct) and the other more Aquarius (unpredictable), name the pattern early and plan exits for hot moments. For a broader view of matching styles, see the compatibility hub.

Do this

• Have two calendars: shared structure + personal “freedom blocks.”
• Use a safe word for cooling off; resume later by rule.
• Adventure dates: climbing, karting, tech builds, dance battles.

Avoid this

• Public fights and impulsive “breakups to feel free.”
• Ultimatums; trying to “tame” the other.
• Living together without noise-space/alone-time agreements.

Transits: timing and events you actually notice

• Uranus transiting opposite natal Mars: 6–12 months of “expect the unexpected” in Mars topics. Sudden splits, relocations, tech/tool issues, sexual reboot, injury risk if reckless. First hit is the cue to set safety rules.
• Mars transiting opposite natal Uranus: 3–7 days of volatility and speed-ups. Plan buffers. Avoid repairs or installs when rushed.
• Triggers: exact dates, plus days when the Moon hits the same degrees. Watch for dominoes near lunations and eclipses.
• Anchor days: schedule experiments; cancel low-stakes routine to reduce errors.

Check aspects to your angles—if Uranus or Mars touches the MC/IC or ASC/DSC, timing is louder. Use your exact degree from your chart on Skygram.

Career and money

High fit: emergencies, startups, engineering, space/aviation, cybersecurity, activism, surgery, competitive sport, film stunts. Chaotic if you buy boredom: roles with slow approvals or heavy supervision. If Mars or Uranus ties into the 10th house, you’re known for either disruption or daring—make it strategic.

• Work rhythm: sprints with decompression blocks; “Friday is fix day” for breakages you caused Monday–Thursday.
• Money: variable income; great for timed bets, bad for revenge spending. Automate savings before “impulse upgrades.”
• Colleagues: you clash with controllers; thrive with clear goals + free method.

Health and safety checklist

• Movement: HIIT, martial arts with strong rules, bouldering with a spotter. Warm up wrists/ankles—common sprain points.
• Tools/tech: lockout–tagout habits; power down before touching anything “live.”
• Driving: no texts, no arguing. If angry, pull over for 5 minutes. This aspect correlates with “one dumb second” incidents.
• Sleep: protect it. Sleep loss = impulsivity spikes.
• Nervous system: cold exposure breathwork or paced breathing 5–10 minutes post-sprint.

Degrees, orbs, and practical thresholds

• Orbs (natal): tight at 0–4°. Strong at 5–6°. Fades after ~7–8° unless tied to angles or dispositors.
• Transits: feel Mars-to-Uranus within 2°; Uranus-to-Mars within 1.5° applying, 1° separating, repeating on retrogrades.
• House rulers: if Mars rules your ASC or MC, or Uranus aspects an angle, treat thresholds as hotter.
• Exactness: the first exact hit sets the story; the last exact hit delivers resolution if you’ve changed the pattern.

Do this, not that

If it’s in signs and houses

• Mars in fire vs Uranus in air: fastest mouth–hand combo; debate sparks action. Build debate rules.
• Mars in earth vs Uranus in fixed signs: stubborn standoffs; breakthroughs after stalemates. Use time caps and “default decisions.”
• 1/7 axis: hot partners, frequent re-negotiations. Put “freedom clauses” in the relationship charter.
• 4/10 axis: family vs career shocks; move jobs or homes instead of trying to freeze both.
• 2/8 axis: money swings; protect cash with automation and emergency buffers.

First mention tip: if Uranus is in Aquarius or Mars in Aries, the signature is louder via sign dispositor links; see Aquarius and Aries.

Related aspects to compare

• Uranus Conjunction Mars: same voltage, no “other side”—more explosive, but easier to own.
• Uranus Square Mars: friction everywhere; less fated by others, more by environment.
• Uranus Trine Mars: smooth innovation; risk timing is natural.
• General library: All aspects, planets, and signs.

Make it personal

Map the exact houses, degrees, and upcoming hits for your chart. You’ll see which life areas light up and when to push versus pause.