Jupiter and Neptune: Expansive and Magical
Jupiter and Neptune, though distinct planets, are often discussed together due to their shared rulership over Pisces, the final phase of the zodiac.
Jupiter is often seen as the great benefactor, expanding our horizons through philosophy, morality, and cosmic order. His influence encourages exploration—both internal and external—and the quest for greater knowledge.
This planet’s gravitational force is immense, symbolic of how Jupiter governs the ability to broaden our understanding and invite growth. Its storms and moons reflect its dynamic energy, full of change and potential.
Neptune, discovered much later in 1846 through mathematical calculations, added a new dimension to Pisces when assigned as the modern ruler. It is a gas giant, covered in icy clouds and mysterious winds, with a mystical blue hue. Neptune governs the realms of dreams, illusions, spirituality, and the subconscious. It connects us to the mystical and intangible aspects of existence, urging us to dissolve the boundaries of reality and embrace the interconnectedness of all life.
The Cycle of Renewal: Birth through Spirituality
At the end of the zodiac, Pisces represents the culmination of experiences, emotions, and lessons from the entire cylical journey.
Here, we yearn to reach a higher state of being, to transcend the material and immerse ourselves in the divine. Yet, as we dive into the seas of consciousness, we quickly realize that this journey is not linear. It's a spiraling, fluid path where we swim through layers of dreams, spiritual insights, and deep emotional waters.
As Neptune dissolves the boundaries of the self, we find empathy and a shared understanding with the collective. The merging of self and other allows for spiritual rebirth—a sense that the soul is preparing to express its truest form. Just before a new cycle begins, Jupiter’s expansive energy breathes new life into us, offering hope, growth, and wisdom to carry us forward.
The Body and the Planets
Jupiter: Liver, Blood, and Optimism
Jupiter rules the liver, the organ responsible for detoxifying the body and maintaining balance in the blood.
Jupiter’s connection to the blood symbolizes vitality, expansion, and circulation. To support the liver and overall Jupiter energy, herbs and foods that help detoxify and promote blood circulation are ideal.
Herbs: Dandelion root, milk thistle, burdock root, licorice root
Dandelion root is a powerful liver tonic that helps cleanse the liver, improving its ability to filter toxins from the blood.
Milk thistle supports liver regeneration, helping protect and restore liver cells after periods of stress or overindulgence.
Burdock root is excellent for purifying the blood, another function under Jupiter’s rulership.
Foods: Beets, blueberries, leafy greens, citrus fruits
Beets and leafy greens like kale and spinach are rich in antioxidants and help with liver detoxification and blood purification.
Citrus fruits like oranges and grapefruits, ruled by Jupiter, boost optimism and are packed with Vitamin C, supporting immune health.
Imbalances: Jupiter’s influence is linked to overindulgence and excess, which can manifest in the body as an overworked liver, weight gain, or problems with fat metabolism. Excessive Jupiter energy can lead to a build-up of toxins in the body, high blood pressure, or imbalances in the circulatory system.
Neptune: Feet, Pineal Gland, and Intuition
Neptune is associated with the feet, the pineal gland (which governs melatonin and the sleep-wake cycle), and our connection to the subconscious and spiritual realms.
Neptune’s influence on the body involves opening us up to intuition, dreams, and healing through relaxation and letting go.
Imbalances: Neptune’s influence can lead to confusion, overwhelm, and dissolution, showing up in the body as fluid retention, immune system problems, or a lack of clear boundaries, like inflammation or infection.
Neptune’s elusiveness may also contribute to conditions that are difficult to diagnose or involve psychosomatic symptoms (physical symptoms arising from emotional or mental stress).
Herbs: Lavender, mugwort, passionflower, blue lotus
Lavender is calming and aids in sleep, supporting the dream state and connection to intuition.
Mugwort is traditionally used for enhancing dreams and opening spiritual awareness, often burned as an incense or taken as tea.
Blue lotus has a subtle psychoactive effect that promotes relaxation and is used to induce vivid dreams.
Foods: Seaweed, cucumber, melons, aloe vera
Seaweed is deeply nourishing and reflects Neptune’s association with the sea. It is high in iodine, which supports the thyroid and promotes intuition by enhancing hormone balance.
Cucumbers and melons are hydrating and soothing, reflecting Neptune’s watery nature. They help flush out toxins and provide a cooling effect, supporting emotional clarity.
Jupiter and Neptune, when working together in the body, create a balance between expansion (Jupiter) and dissolution (Neptune). Jupiter drives the body to grow, expand, and reach toward greater health and vitality, while Neptune helps the body release what is no longer needed, encouraging emotional, spiritual, and physical detoxification. This interplay ensures that we are continually moving between growth and release—between inhaling and exhaling—in both our spiritual and physical lives.
