Planetary retrogrades tend to get a very bad rep, with many people shuddering at the thought. They tend to cause a bit of trouble, stirring up chaos in different areas of our lives and forcing us to keep our problem-solving skills in check.
Thankfully, one such retrograde is finally coming to an end as Venus goes back into direct motion on September 3rd. What awaits as Venus returns to normal under the sign of Leo? Let's find out.
Venus is officially out of retrograde! For a little over a month now, you might have noticed some struggles in your relationships (of any kind, not just the romantic variety) and potentially in your finances as well.
Venus is the ruler of love, beauty, and harmony, so it's likely that things like your self-esteem or confidence might have been thrown off-kilter. Maybe you never thought you looked right when getting ready or you made some style choices that left you feeling worse off.
For some, this is no temporary feeling. Many people across the country struggle with confidence issues, which can lead to feelings of anxiety and depression.
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Retrogrades are confusing times for all, as it feels like these mishaps and misfortunes happen for no reason. Know that you were definitely not alone in your struggles; we were all there alongside you, wondering what was going on.
Thankfully, we can all breathe a sigh of relief now as Venus is exciting retrograde on September 3rd.
This means it will be in direct motion again, meaning it will be direct in Leo, which spells some good fortune in the areas we all lost a little hope in over the past month.
As mentioned, Venus is the planet of love, and Leo is the planet of self-expression and boldness. These two combined make for an absolutely fantastic pairing when it comes to social matters as Venus gets back into its usual swing of things.
We should expect an ushering in of good times, meaningful connections with those we love, and a boost in confidence that might have slipped during the retrograde. This is a pretty intense matchup, though, so there are some things you should keep in mind beyond the celebration.
While this planet-sign matchup indicates much fun to be had and begins a prosperous period for building relationships, be sure not get ahead of yourself either. Under the watching sign of Leo, it's easy for people to get very in their own heads. Too much of a good thing can lead to swift burnout, a bout of overthinking, or anything else your brain could throw at you to get you to slow down a little.
This is a good time that's meant to be spread out between now and October 8th, when Venus will transit into Virgo. Don't rush into anything too hard!
Retrogrades also aren't for nothing. We're meant to reflect on the issues we faced once it passes and our head clears, seeing what triggered those problems and how we can prevent them from happening again in the future. Just because a retrograde might have influenced those things into taking place, that doesn't mean they can't happen at any other time.
This is especially true for the relationship aspect of this transit. Be sure to check in on your partner, your friends, and your close family. If there was some friction between you two, talk it out and clear the path ahead.
With Venus back in direct motion, this is the perfect time to be communicating your feelings and getting everything out into the open. You'll be given a more receptive ear and understanding appreciation for your honesty. Once everything's settled, then you can go ahead and shower those very loved ones with affection. Now's the time when you're feeling open and free about it!
Another area of life that will benefit greatly from Venus in Leo will be creativity. If you're a creative type, either in work or in hobby form, you might have noticed a lull in inspiration during the retrograde.
Once Venus is back in regular motion, you should feel a flood or ideas return to you. Don't start too many of them at once, though! Remember the burnout warning from earlier. Write them down, space them out, and keep those creative juices flowing.
The final thing to keep in mind is that Venus being in Leo, when indulged in excess, can lead to a bit of drama. Venus is a dramatic planet, and Leo is a dramatic sign, so lean too far in that direction and you might accidentally draw conflict into your life.
All in all, this is meant to be a prosperous time for you relationships, your creative mind, and your capacity for having fun. You'll see more social opportunities coming your way that are meant to be jumped on and enjoyed. You'll also see the measures, mature resolution to some issues you might have faced during retrograde.
So long as you do everything in moderation and don't lean into any one aspect too heavily, you're bound to find success and joy in this transit!
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