Venus Retrograde

Venus is retrograde from December 21st to January 31st.

Anyone felt the effects of this yet?

Venus retrograde periods are times when we re-assess what—and who—we value.

Maybe. I think I'm beginning to appreciate my relationship more because I realize it is right and good and trusting and fulfilling.

I'm also proud of what I've accomplished since I've been on my own.

Maybe this retro is positive for me.

Isn't it ironic that the retro with this emphasis fell during New Years, when we're all making New Years Resolutions? Most resolutions are about some way to improve ourselves.

yes also we had a new moon then too! new beginnings.

Posted by truecap
Isn't it ironic that the retro with this emphasis fell during New Years, when we're all making New Years Resolutions? Most resolutions are about some way to improve ourselves.

yes
i begin to think twice about my expensives hobbies ...
damn

yes interesting cos the retro was venus in cap, so if affects ppl with planets in cap more. And retro of venus doesn't always affect negative for ppl, just depends on how it aspects your chart. Great your finding fulfillment in yours!!

Posted by truecap
Maybe. I think I'm beginning to appreciate my relationship more because I realize it is right and good and trusting and fulfilling.

I'm also proud of what I've accomplished since I've been on my own.

Maybe this retro is positive for me.

haha! yes you should avoid big spending during this cycle. Best wait till it goes direct on the 31st. otherwise you may regret it later

Posted by NaughtyTaurus
yes
i begin to think twice about my expensives hobbies ...
damn

Posted by solarreturnnow
haha! yes you should avoid big spending during this cycle. Best wait till it goes direct on the 31st. otherwise you may regret it later

Posted by NaughtyTaurus
yes
i begin to think twice about my expensives hobbies ...
damn

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I read it's a good time to sell something, though. Like the ugly thing no one has wanted in years (furniture, junk, houses on the market forever, etc), will sell during a retrograde. People spend without thinking, then after the retro, they're like "why the hell did I buy this?". lol!!

ue lol

Posted by truecap

Posted by solarreturnnow
haha! yes you should avoid big spending during this cycle. Best wait till it goes direct on the 31st. otherwise you may regret it later

Posted by NaughtyTaurus
yes
i begin to think twice about my expensives hobbies ...
damn

I read it's a good time to sell something, though. Like the ugly thing no one has wanted in years (furniture, junk, houses on the market forever, etc), will sell during a retrograde. People spend without thinking, then after the retro, they're like "why the hell did I buy this?". lol!!

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Yes I can say I do. I have decided to make more efforts towards a certain relationship and take initiative if it doesn't work out, then at least I know I gave it my all.

Perhaps. I'm finally letting go of something that's been pinning my heart down for years. It's either Venus R or growing the fuck up >

I have but it's more of a side effect from the effects my husband (who has Venus in Capricorn) is experiencing. He's a Sag with a Sag rising, so he is not the most mushy person in the world. Straight-forward, yes...emotional, neva. But since Venus went retrograde, he is literally reassessing our entire 12 year relationship, all of the things he regrets, telling me he wants to change the way he speaks to me and focus on nothing but making me happy. He said he feels like something just clicked in him, he cant figure it out (he isn't into astrology, I told him Venus is retrograde and he said "I thought only Mars does that??") lmao.

**Mercury, not Mars. doh.

My bf has venus in cap and he's just seemed so happy lately. Just relaxed and grinning and all in all happy.

Venus retrograde:
relationships and commitments that are weak will break; significant relationships will begin
Beautifying procedures are supposedly set to fail; bad hair days, etc

Hmmm...Well my doll of a boss has morphed into a possessive maniac, so I'm thinking I need a new job.

Thanks this can be true!

Posted by Reconstructing_a_Leo
Venus retrograde:
relationships and commitments that are weak will break; significant relationships will begin
Beautifying procedures are supposedly set to fail; bad hair days, etc

oh! haha sorry to hear that

Posted by CreoleGeisha
Hmmm...Well my doll of a boss has morphed into a possessive maniac, so I'm thinking I need a new job.

that's great I think it's always good practice to have honest intentions and so forth

Posted by prettyladii
Yes I can say I do. I have decided to make more efforts towards a certain relationship and take initiative if it doesn't work out, then at least I know I gave it my all.

ah this is interesting!

Posted by mindofaquarius
my venus is retro in cap (natal chart)

haha! all planets can go retrograde it just doesn't happen as often as mercury for example
I will post more of what I read that might interest you

Posted by Leoness
I have but it's more of a side effect from the effects my husband (who has Venus in Capricorn) is experiencing. He's a Sag with a Sag rising, so he is not the most mushy person in the world. Straight-forward, yes...emotional, neva. But since Venus went retrograde, he is literally reassessing our entire 12 year relationship, all of the things he regrets, telling me he wants to change the way he speaks to me and focus on nothing but making me happy. He said he feels like something just clicked in him, he cant figure it out (he isn't into astrology, I told him Venus is retrograde and he said "I thought only Mars does that??") lmao.

On the subject of love, past lovers may re-appear and some relationships may end.
With Venus retrograde in Capricorn, our fear of rejection may be strong.
We might also be re-assessing whether a relationship is contributing to, or taking away from, our ambitions and goals.
How people are getting along on the job can come into strong focus.
Capricorn rules protocol and our sense of decorum.
We might feel especially annoyed or turned off by those who are stepping over the line.

Old friends and lovers may re-appear, perhaps complicating current relationships.
We may be called upon to deal with relationship issues from the past during this Venus retrograde cycle. Events occur that seem fated or pre-destined.
It can be a real challenge getting close to a lover during this period of time.
Unorthodox, experimental, and non-intimate relationships may be favored.

Affection is difficult to express in a natural or spontaneous manner. We might find others are lacking in sincerity or genuineness in their expressions of social niceties. (We may be inclined to do the same!).

Some of the more negative associations of Venus in Capricorn may be particularly prominent and/or hard to take, and these include materialism and coolness with expressing affections. Those who have Capricorn strong in their charts may be more introspective, distant, or hard to reach during this cycle. They may not be in as favorable light just for the time being.

Relationships that have been especially challenging may come to an end during this cycle.
However, strong relationships will survive it, even if there are a few bumps and bruises along the way.

For singles, this is a good time for "eyes wide open" or experimental dating.
It is not a time when people recognize the need for another person to "complete" them.
Some people may be questioning whether they are with partners who actually fulfill them.

This period is good for re-evaluating our relationship needs; but, again, major love decisions are best saved for after the cycle ends on January 31st, and perhaps beyond the shadow phase as well (after March 4th). Our perceptions may be skewed and we can come out of the retrograde cycle with regret if we have acted hastily, as the tendency to change our minds later is strong.

On the subject of money, finances, and possessions, do try to hold off on major purchases or financial decisions during this Venus retrograde cycle.
For example, the purchase of a new house, car, or other big-ticket item could backfire in some manner later on. They may become money pits or cause problems for you; or you may change your mind later and regret your purchase.

There's nothing truly to fear about Venus retrograde, but it's always wise to take special care during this cycle.
It's not the best period for entering into a new relationship, because our sensors when it comes to love are not up to par.
However, it's not unheard of to begin a relationship under the influence of a retrograde Venus, and it survives.