Tag: Venus

September 2nd, 2019: Too Much?

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  • Sun conjunct Mars in Virgo (9 deg)

  • Venus in Virgo square Jupiter in Sagittarius (15 deg)

Sun/Mars energizes your ability to correct and refine. There is confidence in doing the thing you know is right and motivation to do the required work. This is an ambitious yet particular aspect – sloppiness or half-hearted attempts will not cut it.

Part of the ongoing T-Square, Venus/Jupiter boosts today’s energy even more. You may want (Venus) to push the limits of what you can do with Sun/Mars. A square from Jupiter exaggerates, so there will be a big desire to help/clean/make it perfect. You may express your love with an over-the-top example of how useful you are.

But the crisis of this square is between Sagittarius’ ideals and Virgo’s reality. Too much of a good thing is still too much. Consider if they really want your help (are you overwhelming them with your love) or if your rush to get it right means you overlook the specifics. Maybe your ambitions for self-improvement take you past the point of what’s reasonable.

Overall, you’ll want to do a lot today, and you can. Just keep an eye on those expectations.

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September 1st, 2019: Logic or Magic?

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  • Mercury in Virgo Trine Uranus Rx in Taurus (6 deg)

  • Venus in Virgo opposite Black Moon Lilith in Pisces (13 deg)

  • Venus in Virgo trine Saturn Rx in Capricorn (14 deg)

Mercury/Uranus encourages you to think outside the box…slightly. Watch for new details/solutions or fresh angles on existing facts, but you don’t have to venture too far. You can put a new spin on logic and break through the barrier to something truly innovative yet practical. None of this is risky – this is about small changes that sound doable because they’re bite-sized.

Venus/Saturn confirms a relationship, financial or self-esteem issue. The facts about what you want can be made official. But Venus’ opposition to BML says that what’s official will clash with unstructured/undefined manifestations of female sexuality or liberation. The taboo magic of the dangerous woman will be at odds with what you’re trying to confirm.

So at this point, you need to decide what’s more important – tradition or the escape from tradition?

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August 26th, 2019: Targeted Improvements

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  • Venus in Virgo trine Uranus Rx in Taurus (6 deg)

  • Pallas enters Scorpio

Venus/Uranus integrates change (Uranus) with financial/relationship/self-esteem issues in a gradual way. The update can occur in a step-by-step manner: a little adjustment here and there is all that’s needed to improve (Virgo) those Venus issues and approach what you want/love in new (Uranus) way.

Taurus is ruled by Venus, so there’s extra resonance in this aspect. Uranus in Taurus might be triggering some radical changes to habits or resources, but since it’s Rx at the moment the pace has probably slowed. Hooking up with Venus in Virgo, it’s the perfect time to zero in on the details – really get in there and change the way you relate to others, yourself or your money. Pinpoint the exact thing that’s not quite right.

Pallas into Scorpio is intensive strategies. This transit is about digging into the uncomfortable stuff/secrets and gaining profound insight about what most people don’t want to touch. Excellent for research or planning that involves psychological issues. This is the covert “battle strategy” that involves manipulation or accessing deeper resources in order to win.

Since Pallas involves pattern recognition, this can also be about seeing the deeper connections that have previously been obscured. Effective solutions involve going beyond the point where most people are comfortable, but that’s where the raw truth lies.

Consider how this Scorpio ingress can assist you with Venus/Uranus improvements.

Pallas will exit Scorpio for Sagittarius on Nov 8th.

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August 25th, 2019: When It’s Still Broken

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  • Venus and Mars in Virgo inconjunct Chiron Rx in Aries (5 deg)

The Venus/Mars conjunction has another layer as it makes an awkward aspect to Chiron. A wound or sensitivity will be triggered by acting on what you want. This is more of a side thing than the main story, but it will factor in. Pay attention to the slim but annoying thread of doubt or dissatisfaction, even if you get exactly what you desire.

Virgo is never entirely satisfied – the awareness of what needs to be improved means that even when things are “perfect” there’s always something that could be better. Consider if that’s the case here – you might be able to make adjustments, but don’t allow what you’ve achieved to be undermined by what’s not quite right. Recognize the line between improvement and attempting to fix what can’t be repaired (sometimes it just hurts).

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August 24th, 2019: Venus Conjunct Mars in Virgo

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  • Venus in Virgo conjunct Mars (4 deg)

  • Venus in Virgo square Ceres in Sagittarius (4 deg)

Venus/Mars is the perfect union of attraction and action. Carefully measured efforts, attention to detail and the motivation to improve can bring exactly (Virgo) what you’re working for. “Working” is the key word – Virgo never takes it easy. Too, this can be about showing (Mars) your love (Venus) by helping/serving/organizing.

But the square to Ceres suggests a conflict between the above and the expansive nurturing of something big or idealistic. The drive for freedom or wisdom will be challenged by the focus on specifics. Efforts to make it better or express love/affection may be fussy or overzealous when compared to more liberated examples of growth.

Consider if your efforts are attracting what you want and how this stacks up against a nurturing ideal.

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Venus’ Transit of Virgo

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Venus enters Virgo on August 21st at 5:06 AM EDT. Relationships, money, values and self-esteem are filtered through the lens of precision and service. This means an exacting standard around what you want, have and own, or (if distorted) an attitude of slavery regarding who you love and what you’re worth.

This transit will hi-light the specifics of what you want – what’s missing and what could be better. This is excellent for self-improvement but it can also lead to picking away at your self-worth until there’s nothing left. The focus on flaws must be balanced with the drive to improve. Change the recording from “I’m worthless” to “I’m worth the upgrade.”

Venus in Virgo wants you to get real about love and resources. This entails looking at the specifics (the truth) of what’s working and what isn’t. If what you have/love isn’t working, this will not be a happy transit. But if you can see beyond the “failure” to the opportunity to make it better, this is can be the moment you grab the Virgo scythe and cut through the wasteful people/situations that are preventing you from being your best.

If you’re into helping others, this transit can be about love through service. It’s tricky energy because it can quickly tip over into slavery. But with proper boundaries and self-awareness (your self-worth is not defined by what you do for others) this can be a time where you experience the love and happiness that comes from simply making someone’s life bette: no applause ,no congrats. There’s nothing in it for you – you’re helping them and that’s it but that’s enough. Again, be careful -some will take advantage of this and if your values are weak you’ll fall victim to the belief that you’re only worth what you can do for others.

Overall, I see this as a transit of focus. Virgo is about specifics, so this is an opportunity to focus on what you really want and what really makes you happy, with an injection of realism.

BTW, Virgo is associated with pets, so those with Venus in Virgo tend to have an affinity with domesticated dogs and cats (or gerbils, guinea pigs, etc). Love is expressed with worried nurturing and obsessive care. This can also extend to human pets *ahem* partners – the fussing/control issues are a way of expressing love. If your partner has Venus in Virgo this doesn’t mean that they view you as a pet, but they do see you as a work in progress and their ultimate responsibility.

Here are the aspects Venus in Virgo will make:

  • Aug 24th: conjunct Mars (4 deg)

  • Aug 24th: square Ceres in Sagittarius (4 deg)

  • Aug 25th: inconjunct Chiron Rx in Aries (5 deg)

  • Aug 26th: trine Uranus Rx in Taurus (6 deg)

  • Sept 1st: opposite Black Moon Lilith in Pisces (13 deg)

  • Sept 1st: trine Saturn Rx in Capricorn (14 deg)

  • Sept 2nd: square Jupiter Rx in Capricorn (15 deg)

  • Sept 3rd: trine South Node in Capricorn (16 deg)

  • Sept 4th: opposite Neptune Rx in Pisces (17 deg)

  • Sept 6th: trine Pluto Rx in Capricorn (20 deg)

  • Sept 12th: trine Vesta in Taurus (27 deg0

  • Sept 13th: conjunct Mercury (28 deg)

  • Sept 14th: Libra ingress

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Being a Better You | Starcana Cosmic Dirt

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Good day friends! Our courage and confidence has been heightened during the past few weeks. This would’ve helped us to create and/or attract the yearnings from the heart. Now things are about to get a lot more serious AND real during the next four weeks. Venus (values, relationships, money) will be exiting glamorous Leo on […]

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August 19th, 2019: Success Through Partnership

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  • Venus in Leo sextile Pallas in Libra (27 deg)

  • Venus in Leo conjunct Juno (28 deg)

Excellent partnership aspects today, as Venus harmonizes with Pallas in Venus-ruled Libra. Relationship strategies/plans are balanced and creative, and Venus/Juno indicates a bright, bold union of love and commitment. There can be a public agreement between two people that features mutual joy, pride and power. There’s also a bit of drama – the relationship with a flourish.

These aspects are about you and another in perfect harmony. Being together increases self-expression and cooperation, as well as success. There’s a strong social facet as well – the two of you at the centre of the party or on stage.

Whether or not you’re part of a couple, consider how joining forces with another (romantically or platonically) can boost your chances of success.

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August 14th, 2019: Sun Conjunct Venus

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  • Sun conjunct Venus (21 deg Leo)

  • Sun and Venus inconjunct Pluto Rx (21 deg Capricorn)

Sun/Venus illuminates what you want – a point of pride, romance, creativity or celebration. Everything is bold and out in the open, with added drama. Excellent for making your wants known, for celebrating yourself or starting a new situation on a bright note.

But the inconjunct to Pluto adds a thread of dark compulsion. You may want this more than you realize; watch for jealousy or possessiveness to sneak in. Pluto adds an uneasy sliver of insecurity as the bright thing is questioned. Is this for real? Is it/he/she all yours? Do they really love you?

While power dynamics must be acknowledged (ignore Pluto at your peril) don’t allow manipulation or insecurity to undermine what is an otherwise beautiful moment. Yes, there’s something in the shadows but it doesn’t have to stain what’s in the light. Be smart, stay aware and enjoy what this influence has to offer. Rise above coercion or jealousy – if one person wins it doesn’t mean another has to lose (Pluto can add an underhanded competitive streak).

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