Just when you thought Chiron in Aries was behind you, there’s one more chapter to work through. After entering Taurus on June 19, 2026, and stationing retrograde on August 3, Chiron returns to Aries on September 17, where it’ll remain until April 2027.

Chiron, the wounded healer, reveals the sore spots you come face-to-face with in your life. In the sign of Aries, those wounds often revolve around themes like independence, identity, self-advocacy, anger, and the wound of being “first.” You may have learned how to stand up for yourself, protect your own boundaries, or stop waiting for permission. But what happens when your independence becomes a wound in its own right? Let’s get into it.

What Chiron’s Retrograde into Aries Means

Have you ever had a bad migraine? Anyone prone to chronic migraines knows exactly what it means to constantly look for solutions to the pain. You might hear someone tell you to massage your temples, press your forehead against something cold, or even drink pickle juice. When you’re desperate for relief, it’s amazing the types of solutions you’ll seek out.

Chiron is a bit like that. With Chiron in Aries, though, the “pain” can...