Top 5 tips for Venus Retrograde in Aries

 On March 01 Venus, the planet of love and beauty, begins her retrograde journey, starting at 9 degrees of Aries. This retrograde period will last until April 12th, when she will station direct at 24 degrees of Pisces. Venus retrogrades occur every year and a half or so and repeat in the same sign every 8 years. The last Venus retrograde in Aries was back in the spring of 2017, and the time before that in early 2011, etc. Think back to that time to get an idea of what themes may come up again for you this March and April. Below are the top 5 themes and advice for navigating the Venus in Aries retrograde.

 

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1. Relationships Return. Whether it's an old flame or an old friend, you are more likely to have someone from your past return to you now. It doesn't necessarily mean you will get back together with your ex, but you might be tempted to. In most cases those that do get back together with an old partner during this time tend to break up after, as they are reminded of why they are no longer together in the first place. For most people Venus retrograde means you might reconnect with an old friend or lover. something from the past comes back in a new form, but usually pleasantly so. Watch for what returns to you during this retrograde period.
   
   
2. Relationship Reviews. Venus is the planet of love and relationships, and during her retrograde cycle, it's a good time to review them. This includes romantic, friendships and family relationships. We are asked to look at what is and isn't working, power imbalances and issues like independence vs closeness in our relationships. With Venus in the sign of the warrior, we are asked to be more assertive about our needs. This doesn't mean you will break up or lose friends, but often relationships that are on shaky ground will fall apart, while those that are strong will only emerge stronger for this time of reflection.
   
   
3. Retro Styles. As Venus is also the planet that rules aesthetics and beauty, when she goes retrograde there tends to be an increase in nostalgia for past fashion, design, music and the arts. You may notice that retro styles from 8, 16, 24, 32, etc. years ago, may come back and music or movies from these past periods may experience a revamp or resurgence. It's a good time personally to experiment with your look, just don't do anything too drastic or permanent like cut all your hair off or get a tattoo, as you will probably regret it once Venus moves direct again.
   
   
4. Creative Experimentation. A recurring theme when Venus goes retrograde in Aries is that controversial or experimental art comes out that pushes the boundaries of what society considers acceptable. Whether it's in music, movies, fashion or the visual arts, the Venus retrograde in Aries often marks a shift in public taste. This is because Aries is a sign that is often a pioneer and leader, is willing to take risks and to stand out from the crowd. This makes it a great time to do some creative experimenting of your own. Even if you do not consider yourself an artist, take a chance and redecorate that room, or try on the latest style in fashion to see if it suits you. You might be surprised.
   
   
5. Protest. Venus retrograde periods have often coincided with times of mass protest and upheaval. In 2017 the US saw the largest ever demonstrations in the Women's March. In 2011 there was the Arab Spring uprisings that spread throughout North Africa and the Middle East. Venus retrograde in Aries has a particular connection with women's rights. This goes all the way back to 1913 when there were massive suffragette rallies in both the US and the UK. If you are concerned about civil rights, particularly women's rights, this is a good time to protest and take action. Venus is the planet that rules women and the feminine, and when she is in the sign of the warrior, Aries, she is not willing to settle for less than she deserves.
   
   
   

    
   

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Venus in Capricorn - Time to Commit

 On November 11, 2024 Venus, the planet of love and beauty moves from fiery Sagittarius into earthy Capricorn. When Venus was in Sagittarius, she was all about flirting and having fun adventures. Now in Capricorn she wants to get down to business. Venus in Capricorn doesn’t want to flirt, she wants a commitment. She wants to know where things are going as she is ambitious and practical. The next few weeks are a good time to examine your present relationships, both romantic and otherwise, and think about how they may or may not be working for you and what you can bring to the table to improve things. Venus also rules our aesthetics and artistic tastes and expressions. In Capricorn, taste tend to lean towards the traditional in both fashion and in art and music. As we enter the holiday season, we may find ourselves feeling nostalgic. Below are the aspects Venus will be making on her trip through Capricorn.

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 On November 22, Venus in Capricorn will be sextile Saturn in Pisces. This is a good time for organizing social events or a creative venture. Saturn brings structure to artistic Venus, so can help bring her ideas into form. This is also a good time to have a heart to heart with a loved one as we can talk about serious topics while still honoring our emotions. 

 

On November 27 Venus makes a square with Chiron, who is currently in Aries. Chiron is about healing old wounds and in Aries it revolves around wounds to our sense of identity. Watch for conflicts between the pressure to be more traditional or conservative and a desire to express ones individuality to arise now. 

 

Venus trines Uranus in Taurus on December 02, brining excitement and inspiration. You may be inspired by some unusual fashion, music or art, or meet someone excentric who ignites passion within you. This can also bring inspiring and unusual events your way, particularly in romance or creativity. Go with the flow, and allow yourself to deviate from your normal routine. 

 

On December 04 Venus makes a harmonious sextile with Neptune in Pisces. This is not a good day for accomplishing detailed tasks, but it is a good one for daydreaming, exploring our imagination and creative work. It’s also a day where we may put the rose coloured glasses on, particularly in romantic relationships. It’s a lovely day for romance, just don’t ignore or gloss over poor behaviour. 

 

Venus closes her journey through Capricorn when she moves into Aquarius on December 06, 2024. This three and a half week period is a good time to get serious about your creative work, and your relationships, before she moves into rebellious and avant garde Aquarius. 

 

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Venus in Libra - Healing Through Beauty

 

On Wednesday November 08, Venus the planet of love and beauty enters her home sign of Libra, where she will be until December 04. Libra is a sign that is about balance, harmony, partnership and beauty, so it’s no wonder that Venus feels great when she is in this sign. When Venus is in Libra we are inclined to be more conciliatory with others and to focus on working together towards a common goal. This is a great time for partnership and romance as we are focused on the “we” rather than the “me” and are inclined to see the other person’s perspective better. There is an emphasis on finding the beauty in the other and wanting to have everything go smoothly. Libra likes things to be balanced, so Venus in this placement does not like it when things are upsetting or in conflict. This is not just for romantic partnerships, but any in our lives, whether it be friendship, family or co-workers. We want others to get along and it can make us feel unbalanced and ungrounded when there is any discord. As we are all aware, things have been very difficult for many throughout the world this past month, so I am hoping that the energy of Venus in Libra will help to bring a more conciliatory tone. One downside to this placement is that sometimes we are so focused on the other, that we compromise too much of ourselves.

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The other emphasis of Venus in Libra is on beauty and the arts. Venus’ other home sign, Taurus, is all about the beauty of nature. Libra is about human made beauty, like art, music, architecture, and home or garden décor. The next few weeks are a great time to indulge in the creative arts, whether making something or decorating for the holidays, or by getting out and enjoying art. This is a wonderful time to go to an art gallery, attend a concert or to shop for clothes. It’s also a great time to get a beauty treatment, go to the spa, or get your hair done. Even amidst challenges and difficulty, we all need beauty and creativity to help lift up our souls and to help us to stay optimistic. As long as we are not in denial of our difficulties, then a little escapism into beauty can be okay.

Venus has some healing aspects this month as she travels through the sign of Libra. On November 15 she makes a sextile to Mercury in Sagittarius. This gives us an opportunity to have some pleasant conversations and is a great time for creative writing or for planning an event like a party or a show. On November 22 Venus is opposite Chiron, which can confront us with some issues that need healing, specifically around issues of beauty, creativity, or femininity. While initially unsettling, this situation presents us with an opportunity to heal and work through these issues.

My hope is that this positive placement of Venus in Libra for the rest of November can help to balance some of the more difficult energies and help us smooth out and adjust to any of the changes brought on by the eclipses in October. Venus invites us to bring harmony and balance to our relationships, and to bring more beauty and creativity into our environments this month.

 

 

Top 5 Dos and Don'ts for Venus Retrograde

On July 22, 2023 Venus, the planet of love, beauty and art enters it’s retrograde period, where it will be until September 03, 2023. A retrograde period is when a planet, in this case Venus, appears to move backwards in the sky. Of course, it does not actually change direction, it only appears to due to the differing speeds at which the Earth and the planet are moving in relation to each other. You have probably heard of Mercury retrograde, the most famous of them, but each planet goes through a retrograde period, which varies in length and frequency depending on the planet. In Venus’ case, the retrograde period lasts about 40 days and occurs every 18 months or so.

 

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This year Venus goes retrograde in the fiery, dramatic and extroverted sign of Leo. And while all Venus retrogrades have some similar themes, the sign it occurs in will add a slightly different tone to the period. Below is my guide of Top 5 Dos and Top 5 Don’ts for this summer’s Venus retrograde in Leo.

 

Top 5 Don’ts

 

1. Don’t Take Back Your Ex (unless you want drama) – Venus retrogrades are notorious for bringing old flames back into your life. Venus is about love and when she moves retrograde she is busy looking back on the past, which can make us nostalgic for what was. It’s easy to remember the good times and forget about why you broke up with your ex in the first place. If you are single this may not be the worst thing, as you might need to revisit what was and confirm to yourself why you left. However, leaving a present good relationship for someone from the past is not a good idea. By the time the retrograde is over in September, you will most likely have broken up with them again.

 

2. Don’t Get Involved in Scandals – Venus retrogrades have a tendency to expose all sorts of scandals, and with this one being in Leo, you know that means lots of drama. If you have been up to something you shouldn’t have, it may come to light at this time. If it does, do your best to lay low. There will be fall out and consequences, but avoid making things worse with dramatic declarations and displays. For all of us it is a time when we often hear of shocking secrets and scandalous behavior, particularly when it comes to people’s romantic lives.

 

3. Don’t Cut Your Hair – I can’t tell you how many times I’ve seen people I know either cut their hair or dye it dramatically during a Venus retrograde, only to hate it afterwards. While this can be a good time to experiment or to think about changes, hold off on any long term or permanent changes to your appearance. If you want to make a change, wait until October and see then if you still want it. And definitely do not get anything permanent like a tattoo!

 

4. Don’t Throw Out Your Clothes – Venus retrograde wants us to reevaluate our style, but hold off on pitching your closet until afterwards. It is a good time to experiment and try new looks, but again, you may feel differently once this transit is over. You can sort clothes and put any you don’t like aside for now, but be ready to reevaluate it all again in the Fall.

 

5. Don’t Do Major Renos to Your Home – Venus is all about aesthetics, and during her retrograde phase its natural for us to reevaluate our style. Not just our fashion sense, but also our environments too. It can be a great time to do research, and to think about what we might want to do to our home and to make small changes. Avoid any long lasting renos or remodeling, for the same reason as above. Once the retrograde phase is over you may have a change of heart and then be stuck with those changes to your home for quite a while.

 

Top 5 Dos

 

6. Do Review Your Relationships – This is a great time to reassess what you want from the relationships in your life. If you are in a couple, it’s a great time to reflect on your partnership and see if it still working for both of you. Relationships that are on the rocks often come apart during a Venus retrograde. However strong relationships don’t need to worry, as the time to reflect and review will only make things better for the future. For single people this can be good time to think about what they want in a potential future partnership. It’s also a time to review not only romantic partnerships, but friendships too, as Venus rules these relationships as well.

 

7. Do Get in Touch With Old Friends – Is there a friend you haven’t spoken to in ages? Someone you would love to catch up with? Venus retrograde is the perfect time to reconnect with old friends. Whether for a trip down memory lane, or to resolve an old issue, this time can be great for healing old friendships and reconnecting with those from your past. You may also experience people you haven’t seen or heard from in a long time reaching out to you. Be open to the messages those from your past may be sending you now.

 

8. Do Look to the Past for Inspiration – Venus retrograde is a great time to get your “retro” vibes on. When the planet of beauty looks backwards it is time to get inspired by what came before. You might notice more vintage and retro styles popping up and may find yourself looking to trends from past decades. Or you may look to styles you rocked in your own past for some inspiration.

 

9. Do Experiment With Your Style – While it is good advice not to do anything long lasting or permanent to your personal style, this is an excellent time to do some experimentation. Venus is in review mode, so it’s a good time to reevaluate your sense of personal style, and ask yourself how you can refine it to make it more you.  As Venus is in Leo she wants us to have fun and dare to be a little more bold and dramatic this summer. It’s a good time to have some fun with makeup and clothes and wear things we may not usually. When the retrograde is done, we will end up with a better sense of what fits us and what doesn’t.

 

10. Do Enjoy Activities from the Past – Leo rules youth and childhood, and when Venus is in retrograde here, she wants us to have fun revisiting activities from our past. What did you used to love to do but haven’t done in a long time? Has it been ages since you went to an amusement park? Or went to the beach? Did you used to love going to the park with friends but can’ remember the last time you did so? This is a great time to relive some of those fun childhood and youthful memories. Its summer time, so let yourself have a little fun again.

 

Overall Venus retrogrades are not as disruptive or stressful as some of the other planet’s retrograde periods. It can be a great time to evaluate your relationships, both romantic and friendships, to reconnect with those from our past, and to reassess our style. Just don’t do anything to long lasting to your look and avoid letting that toxic ex sweet talk you back into their arms and you should be okay. If you want to learn more about astrology, you can check out my Patreon for educational videos, or if you want your own personalized reading, you can check out my Etsy shop.

 

 

Venus in Leo - Summer Glamour and Drama

On June 05, 2023 Venus the planet of love and beauty moves into the fiery and flashy sign of Leo. While Venus usually spends about 4 weeks in a sign, this time she will be in the sign of Leo until October 08, 2023. The reason for this extended stay is that Venus will be retrograde from July 22 to September 03. This extended stay brings an extra dose of passionate and dramatic energy to everyone’s summer. Venus is how we like to experience romance, our aesthetic tastes and creative tendencies. When Venus is in Leo we want to be adored and treated like a king or queen. Flattery and lavish gifts, romantic dates and passionate declarations are all welcome when Venus visits Leo. Venus in Leo tends to express itself in over the top ways and leans towards the flashy and showy. More bling please! This is not the time for wallflowers. Venus in Leo is not afraid to stand out, be creative and put on a performance. This summer is a great time for all signs to express themselves creatively and add a little dramatic flair to their style.

 

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As this Venus in Leo period involves a retrograde, it is important to note that retrogrades have a habit of returning things or people to us.  The last time we had a Venus in Leo retrograde was in 2015. Think back to that time and you may get some clues as to what might be reappearing in your life. Venus retrogrades are notorious for brining back old lovers, but they can also bring back female friends and a desire to revisit old styes and aesthetics. Expect some nostalgia and retro vibes this coming summer.

 

Below are your horoscopes by Rising sign for the Venus in Leo period (June 5 – October 08). If you don’t know your Rising, you can look at your Sun sign for guidance.

 

Aries – Leo rules your fifth house of fun, hobbies, children and romance. This summer is one to have fun and express yourself! Venus in Leo will bring drama to your romantic life. If you are single you may start a new romance, or have an old romantic partner return to you.  If partnered, there may be a desire for more fun and adventure in your love life and to revisit old activities and places. This time also highlights children, and childhood. You may introduce your children to games, toys or music from your own childhood, or just revisit these things yourself for the fun of it. Another possibility is that you may reconnect with a childhood friend.

 

Taurus – Venus will be in your fourth house of home and family this summer and early fall. This brings a desire to beautify your living space and to make fun memories with your family. There may also be a desire to reconnect with older relatives or extended family members that you have not seen in a while, particularly during the retrograde period. You may receive furniture or mementos from older family members or from your childhood home. With Venus in fiery Leo, you are wanting to bring more warmth, sunlight and a little luxury into your living space this summer.

 

Gemini – Leo rules your third house of communication, siblings, and neighbours. Expect there to be some drama and passion in your communications this summer, particularly with siblings. You are feeling intensely about something and need to tell the world, or at least those closest to you about it. Old issues may resurface during the retrograde period which can be where the drama comes in. This can be an important time to clear the air, as long as you are willing to listen, and not just push your point of view. The other possibility is that you receive a message from an old lover or an old friend that you haven’t heard from in a long time. This summer can be a great time to go on a road trip, especially to a place that holds fond memories for you.

 

Cancer – Leo rules your second house of finances and values and with Venus here until October 2023, you may experience an increase during this time in your income. The second house is income we earn, so don’t expect it to fall into your lap. However there will be opportunities to make more money coming your way. There will be the temptation to spend this new money on luxuries and fun, after all Leo loves the little extras. Try to balance it out by giving yourself a few treats while saving for the long term. During the retrograde period, you may have a debt you are owed paid out to you.

 

Leo - Venus will be in your first house of self-image this summer bringing some glamour and pizzaz to your personal style. Venus retrogrades are a notoriously bad time for drastically changing your style or your hair. If you are planning on doing anything dramatic, wait until the retrograde is over as you may feel differently. It is a good time to experiment with retro fashion, or do something non long lasting to your hair (like a semi-permanent coulour). Just don’t throw out your whole wardrobe or get that pixie cut quite yet. You might be obsessed now, but will change your mind in October again. In the meantime have some fun and enjoy being the centre of attention this summer.

 

Virgo – Venus will spend the summer in your twelfth house of the subconscious, the shadow and institutions. This looks like a quieter summer for you socially, but that doesn’t mean it will be boring. Venus in Leo invites you to practice self-care and to spend time romancing yourself and adding beauty to your inner world. This is also a great time to work on creative projects and hobbies that are just for fun. It’s all about enhancing your private inner world and letting your imagination play. During the retrograde period you may find yourself looking to past interests and projects for inspiration. This placemen can also raise the possibility of a secret love affair. Take note that when Venus goes retrograde, the secret will likely come out.

 

Libra – Leo rules your eleventh house of friends and community, and with Venus here you can expect your social life to pick up. Venus spotlights  female friendships in particular, and you may find that you are hearing from female friends that you haven’t talked to in a while. Venus in Leo here also highlights creative groups, so you may find yourself working with others on an artistic project or goal this summer. By working together you can create something amazing, just don’t get sidetracked by any drama. Use that passion in your creative work! This placement may also bring a former romantic partner into your social circle.

 

Scorpio – Venus brings some creative energy to your career this summer. Venus is the planet of beauty and art, so you could see some aesthetic improvements in your workplace, or find yourself working on more creative projects. Venus also brings more social engagements and fun to your career and public life, so don’t be afraid to get out there and network. Let you light shine for others to see! During the retrograde, old clients or colleagues may come into the picture again and you may see recognition for past work efforts. One other possibility during this time is a workplace romance, as Venus is the planet of love and romance.

 

Sagittarius – Your ninth house of travel, education, religion and philosophy is being visited by Venus all summer long. You have a desire to travel and see beautiful art, architecture and experience culture. Even if you can’t get out of town, make time to get out to an art gallery or fun cultural event. This is also a good time to sign up for art, music or dance lessons and to explore an old creative hobby or interest. If you are looking for a romantic partner you may meet them this summer when you are travelling or attending a creative event. During the retrograde period, you may even run into an old friend or romantic partner.

 

Capricorn – Venus is in your eight house of debts, shared resources, sex and spirituality until October this year, bringing the desire for fun, pleasure and luxury to this area. This can be a good time to invest or to purchase or improve property that you hold with another. This summer might also see you receive something of beauty or value from someone else. Avoid going into debt, even if you think something is too beautiful or luxurious to not buy, as you will regret it after the retrograde period ends. This placement can also bring some fun and adventure in the bedroom.

 

Aquarius – Your seventh house of marriage and partnerships is being graced by the planet of love this summer and early fall. This is a wonderful time to find a partner if you are single and to bring some fun and romance to any existing partnerships. Your partner may do something to improve or change up their appearance, or they may find themselves engaging in a creative project. You may also partner up with someone to work on a creative project yourself. Things just work better when you are working with another right now. This placement especially may see old romantic interests popping up again from the past. Remember that you don’t have to revisit things if you don’t want to.

 

Pisces – Venus will be in your sixth house of work, service, routines and health until October. This is a good time to find ways to enhance your health and beauty routines, and to revisit some old habits that worked for you in the past, but you had let go of. It is also a great time to get beauty or health treatments, or to make a spa date. Try to add some fun or creative activities to your schedule too as Venus wants your day to day activities to have some more joy. Venus in Leo in your sixth house might also see a new pet come into your life this summer.

 

Whatever your sign, Venus in Leo brings fun, creativity, drama and romance into your life this summer. If you would like to receive a personal astrology reading to find out how this affects you, you can book one on my Etsy shop. You can also learn more about astrology on my Patreon, where I have detailed weekly forecasts, and educational videos. If you would like to sign up for my free Full and New Moon newsletters, which will help you use the power of the Moon’s cycle, you can sign up on my website here.