Retrograde
(lovers from the past)
Venus, the Goddess of Love goes retrograde in Gemini this month. Retrogrades usually put things on hold or at least ask for a review. The usual flirtatious nature of this planet in Gemini may be a bit confused. She enjoys stimulation of the mind as well as the body but she can have a difficult time knowing what she wants. Added to this is the stern retrograde of Saturn in Venus’s sign Libra and there may be a curve thrown at some plans for romance and other pleasurable activities. It may be wise to review what you expect in the areas of life being connected by these planets. Surprisingly some relationships may find the Trine helpful in this regard. Remember, Love and romance can be a serious business that lead to important life decisions. Take your time and consider perspective partners on the depth of their values not just their looks. Here are the interpretations for each sign.
(Aries) both Venus and Saturn are retrograde which can present some difficulties and some opportunities. With Venus retrograde in your third house you must become very aware of how you’ve been thinking and expressing yourself. If you’re not happy with the feedback you are getting you must change what you style. Information, communications and travel plans may all go awry so be willing to adjust to the needs of the moment.
Saturn’s retrograde through your seventh house may bring some challenges through personal or professional relationships. You must take the responsibility that you have to partners very seriously and you may have to give them some wiggle room. If you have to make some important decisions in legal or partnership affairs do so with caution. You must be decisive and committed while maintaining the ability to cooperate with others.
The trine between these two planets may give you some insight into challenging personal and professional problems. Work with and through trusted partners.
(Taurus) both Venus and Saturn are retrograde which can present some difficulties and some opportunities. With Venus retrograde through your second house you must take some time to balance the books. Extravagance will not do at this time so hesitate before spending like a sailor. Get rid of bad investments and take small losses before they grow. You must know what you need for security and how you can produce it.
Saturn’s retrograde for your sixth house asks you to spent some time reconsidering your responsibilities both personal and professional. You may have to analyze how you can be more effective at work. You may have to spend some time protecting and improving your health. It’s important that you keep at least 1 foot firmly on the ground. If you’re worried about your job or energy see what practical steps you can take to improve both.
The trine between these two planets may give you some time to make improvements in work and habit patterns that will bring you more energy and success.
(Gemini) both Venus and Saturn are retrograde which can present some difficulties and some opportunities. With Venus retrograde in your first house you need to re-evaluate how you present yourself to others. This means you might want to change your diet or your wardrobe but don’t do anything silly like go on a crash diet. You must be willing to improve what needs to be improved to create more harmony in your life.
Saturn’s retrograde transit through your fifth house can help a great deal as you learn to put more substance in the way you express yourself both personally and creatively. Venus does like pleasure and enjoyment but Saturn ask you to add some common sense. If you have experienced some rejection and frustration understand why and you may have the ability to heal your ego especially if it has been bruised
The trine between these two planets may delay pleasurable experiences but the delay may be well worthwhile as you deepen your experience of love..
(Cancer) both Venus and Saturn are retrograde which can present some difficulties and some opportunities. With Venus retrograde in your 12th house, you need to reevaluate your love nature. Do you have a true sense of sympathy and compassion for others? Is there an experience from the past that is holding you back. It would be wise to meditate on your love and relationship problems so you can gain a clearer vision of what you value.
Saturn’s retrograde through your fourth house may force you to seek the depth of your emotions when it comes to love. Are your boundaries realistic or are they just based on fear? You must seek the depth of your spirituality and you may find more personal security. Real security is not based on your position in the world but rather on how you love yourself and the most important people in your life.
The trine between these two planets may help you understand how your imagination and spiritual essence affect your love nature and your deeper values.
(Leo) both Venus and Saturn are retrograde which can present some difficulties and some opportunities. With Venus retrograde in your 11th house, you should take time to reevaluate the values that you share with people. What is the essence of what you give to others and what do you get in return? You could act out of self interest or you could have legitimate humanitarian feelings. Social contacts can lead to romantic involvement.
Saturn’s retrograde through your third house can affect the way you think and analyze information especially what you’ve learned from your surroundings and interaction with other people? You my need more depth, so analyze how you think. Identify what you need for the future and then learn what you do not already know. It’s extremely important for you to center and sharper your mind.
The trine between these two planets may help you understand how thought patterns and communications effect your social power and how you influence people.
(Virgo) both Venus and Saturn are retrograde which can present some difficulties and some opportunities. With Venus retrograde in your tenth house you’ll have the opportunity to reevaluate the quality and amount of time that you put into professional and social activities. Success may delayed and you may want more money. So ask yourself if you’re getting the opportunity and support you need to move ahead.
Saturn’s retrograde through your second house demands that you understand what you have that is valuable. Do you have personal qualities that you can improve? Do you have the proper education to help you get ahead? What do you really see as success? You must respect what you value, and this can include money, talents and resources. Live economically. Work hard, be productive and results will come – protect them.
The trine between these two planets may help you polish your professional image, reevaluate your personal and professional talents and update your resume.
(Libra) both Venus and Saturn are retrograde which can present some difficulties and some opportunities. With Venus retrograde in your ninth house you must understand how beliefs connect you to other people. You may be frustrated by people with blind beliefs. Did your education teach you how to think or what you should believe. Legal, travel and educational pursuits may need to be delayed for a short time.
Saturn’s retrograde through your first house may present you with the perfect opportunity to study yourself. Are you getting along with others? Do you know how other people see you? You must be true to yourself and willing to stand up and be counted. Make adjustments to your appearance and the way you project your personality. Your energy and self-confidence are valuable. So, be more effective by being focused. .
The trine between these two planets may help you improve your effectiveness by giving you the time to know what you believe and present to the world.
(Scorpio) both Venus and Saturn are retrograde which can present some difficulties and some opportunities. With Venus retrograde in your eighth house you must take a very serious look on how you share energy and resources with the other people in your life. You must be aware that your values may be different than theirs. In intimate affairs, you may have to take a backseat to your partner’s needs. If you are willing to relax your ego and give more to others you may develop a deeper and more satisfying relationship.
Saturn’s retrograde through your twelfth house presents you with a time for reassessment you must look deeply inside yourself to find your spiritual strengths. You are preparing for a big change in your life but it has not surfaced surface yet. Grow your awareness concerning your personal weakness or fears through meditation, spiritual practice and counseling. You may be develop a powerful sense of self.
The trine between these two planets may help you increase your awareness of changes that need to be made on a deep and powerful level.
(Sagittarius) both Venus and Saturn are retrograde which can present some difficulties and some opportunities. With Venus retrograde in your seventh house you must take a serious look at your values concerning relationships. You must know deeply what you expect to receive from other people and what you’re willing to give. Try to improve your persona in the community by being involved in social issues. Create peace and understanding.
Saturn’s retrograde through your eleventh house questions your ability to be effective through cooperative efforts in social and group situations. You may reassess how much personal energy you’re willing to give to others. You may also moderate your views on social justice. You must be realistic about what you have accomplished in life and how you can you use your power and creativity to affect real and substantial achievements.
The trine between these two planets may bring opportunities to focus personal creative power through group associations to better society.
(Capricorn) both Venus and Saturn are retrograde which can present some difficulties and some opportunities. With Venus retrograde in your sixth house you must take a serious look at what you have produced through your work. You may take on extra responsibility or play catch up to meet a deadline. Protect your health by maintaining a sensible diet and exercise routine this will give you extra energy to complete your work.
Saturn’s retrograde through your 10th house flashes a yellow caution light on ambitious plans. This is an extremely important time to see what you have accomplished and how you have failed. Your ambitions are powerful but you must be willing to adjust your life to handle responsibilities that come your way. You may feel like you are standing close to the pinnacle of success but you may have to wait a little while to achieve what you want.
The trine between these two planets may bring a necessary breathing period so you can readjust your work, career and social ambitions for future success.
(Aquarius) both Venus and Saturn are retrograde which can present some difficulties and some opportunities. With Venus retrograde through your fifth house you must take some time to investigate your attitudes towards love, creativity and speculation. You must handle any challenges brought three children and show them love. This can be an emotional time period so don’t get caught up in your own little dramas.
Saturn’s retrograde through your ninth house suggests that you realize that you are connected on a very deep level to your culture and society by ideas and beliefs. Unfortunately, this is not always a good thing since a truth is not always the truth. You may be put to a test of your faith so take some time to truly understand your philosophy of life. If you can bring real value into the world, it will have a great effect on your future.
The trine between these two planets may give you the time to deepen your understanding of different belief systems. This can help you expand your realm of influence.
(Pisces) both Venus and Saturn are retrograde which can present some difficulties and some opportunities. With Venus retrograde in your fourth house you will be given some time to look closely at your emotional roots and the attitudes you have developed through your heritage and family. You may have to give a little bit more to create a feeling of peace and harmony in your home. True beauty may lie around your own dinner table.
Saturn’s transit through your eighth house asks you to slow down and look at the intimate relationships in your life. People give and take energy from one another. This can be on a positive or negative level. Have your partners empowered you or challenged you? You are going through a process of rebirth but you must be very clear to come through it successfully. You must share and use power carefully.
The trine between these two planets may give you some time to deal with deep emotional issues. If you are successful you will find a powerful new rebirth in your life.