On The Energies…

Venus has shifted into Virgo until the 29th.  This means the Planet of love will take a more modest and practical approach to matters of love and finances.  This is a hard placement for Venus.  Venus is like the pleasure zone.  Venus in Virgo isn’t the best placement for love.  Venus in Virgo is in a very strange position because this is the sign of its fall, so it may cause some problems in creating a happy relationship and building financial security.  A Planet in fall is in a very difficult placement because it cannot use its full power.  Venus rules Taurus and Libra so it is at home when placed in these signs.  In Pisces Venus is exalted.  When Venus is in these signs of the zodiac, it is very strong.  Venus in Virgo the rest of this month more teaches us that no one is perfect.  The dark side of Virgo are OCD (obsessive compulsive disorder), criticism, and obsessive perfectionism.  Venus in Virgo will however heighten our sensual and romantic fantasies.  If you have had drama coming up in your love life, this will calm things down.  We are in Mercury Retrograde now too.  Expect a lot of thinking and reflecting.  You may be needing to back track to heal and fix any mistakes from your past during this time.  It’s a time to learn what you could have done differently.  Mercury is now in Virgo, however will shift into Leo in the 14th.  This Mercury Retrograde is all about healing your heart and going after your dreams.  This astrological event often stirs up unnecessary fears.  It’s a time where you should be working on your energy.  During any retrograde we are encouraged to slow down and go inward to reflect.  It’s a time to tie up loose ends and to get back on track.