From a more universal perspective, the Mars-Saturn opposition is in the progressive, independent signs of Aries and Libra. These factors point to change into the future form, stressing individual initiative, protection of one's family or race, breaking out of the past yet being held back by what's expected and required. These multiple factors that push and pull between the past and future are outweighed by the new. A new form will be achieved but it will be with much effort, work and possible frustration. The fear of loss and being dogmatic in one's beliefs can lead people to overcommit themselves, overwork themselves and become depressed when they are joyless.
Life is taken seriously.
If individuals have key important points in their astrological charts in early cardinal signs of Aries, Cancer, Libra or Capricorn, this can be a difficult period to go through. Life can feel overwhelming and become gray with obligations. There can be a real need to break out of the routines and patterns of life. The need to take care of oneself for exercise, rest and health can compensate to balance these outside requirements. Otherwise, illness can visit under the opportunity of stress.