Hi, TAURUS!

Welcome to your VENUS RETROGRADE 2023 Walkthrough/Cheatsheet!

 VENUS, your ruling planet, turns Retrograde this year, from July 23 – September 4. With her usual tumble to to retrograde land, which roughly happens only every 18 months, everything Venusian is on centerstage! Expect challenges, frustrations, excitement, and opportunities for long-term growth especially when it comes to LOVE, MONEY, and BEAUTY.

Bago ang specifics let’s start with the general reminders for all:

❌AVOID scheduling any kind of cosmetic procedure! Regrets are highly likely!	✅INSTEAD, Use this period to really research, asses and revisit your plans, para sure talaga. Best to wait until after September 4 to have any procedures!
❌AVOID getting married or getting engaged. ‘Wag din mag start ng bagong relationship, during this period.	✅INSTEAD, wait until after the retrograde to commit to anything, para sure na clear, smooth and lucky ang energy for any kind of relationship.
❌AVOID making any drastic relationship decisions (Personal or business). Hindi dependable and emotions natin ngayon, and what we think we want is likely to change after the retrograde.	✅INSTEAD: Put decisions off until the retrograde is over. ‘Wag makipag hiwalay, or maglayas, or mag-alsabalutan, kasi malamang, hindi mo mapaninindigan ‘yan.
❌AVOID taking risks with your physical appearance. ‘Wag mag experiment with drastic hairstyles or try a new stylist, or anything new with your appearance . You are likely to change your mind when Venus goes direct!	✅INSTEAD: Maintain the status quo for now, regarding hair or clothes.
❌DO NOT purchase expensive items or accessories kagaya ng alahas, watches, sapatos na mamahalin.	✅INSTEAD: look for bargains kasi people tend to give up things of value during this period. Always compare first with other sellers, ma-pa mall or online. You are prone to buyer’s remorse, so better safe than sorry!

Now, with that out of the way, let’s start with how this cycle may affect you personally:

VENUS starts her RX motion in your 4th House, covering the area highlighted below:

The 4th House

Home, Family, Private life, Land/Properties, Residential Area, Early Home Life, Roots & Ancestry, Early Conditioning , Influence of the Father, Our Inner Base of Operations

Venus prompts you to re-think the notion of home and family, and although this may sound simple, this process could make you feel raw and vulnerable. Is home now still a place, or has it turned into one person, a job, a dream that we chase? Certain past issues, heartaches, mga sama ng loob or failures/hinanakit when it comes to family tend to come up now, perhaps to help us get rid of old unhealthy baggage that we choose to keep hidden inside us. Perhaps there is a family issue that you need to help resolve, or perhaps you yourself have issues na kailangan mong ma-ilabas. Venus facilitates a purge of some sort, para maalis na talaga yung mga pain poison that you are holding on to, regardless if you are aware of it or not.

Since Venus also rules beauty and aesthetics,  the need to beautify, shop, re-decorate and buy things for the home, intensifies. Baka conflicted emotions make you feel like you need retail therapy, instead of sorting out issues. Mag ingat sa big expensive purchases, kasi buyer’s remorse is likely to happen, especially with impulsive purchases. Hindi malayong mag-bago ang isip mo about the item pag direct na ulit si Venus. This is absolutely NOT a good time to buy real estate! You might be caught in the urgency of the sale and not get your money’s worth. Selling may be easier to handle, as people now are less fuzzy about letting go of money. However, if If you’re on the selling end, strive to get the optimum price for your property, kasi minsan excited to just immediately sell, and then down the line, you meet buyers with better offers, kaya lang naipangako na sa iba.

Aspects Formed

July 27 – 29: Venus RX conjuncts Mercury. This is a potent blend of communication, reflection, and revisiting matters of love, relationships, and beauty. This alignment encourages deep conversations and expressions of affection but also calls for a review of past romantic experiences, unresolved issues, and reassessing values. Malalim and very honest and mga usapan ngayon, pero very fruitful naman. It’s important to approach this period with patience, open-mindedness, and careful communication, as misinterpretations and challenges in relationships may arise!

August 8 – 11: Venus Rx squares Uranus! Expect a period of unexpected shifts and tensions, particularly in relationships, personal values, and finances. Uranus, the planet of surprise and rebellion, may bring sudden changes or revelations in your relationships, leading to potential shake-ups (or breakthroughs)! Financial pitfalls are possible too, causing unexpected expenses or changes in your cash flow. Yung iba naman makakaramdam ng greater need for independence and individuality in relationships. Be aware that this transit can lead to impulsive decisions, especially in love and financial matters!

August 26 – September 4: Venus Rx squares Jupiter! This transit indicates a time of tension and introspection regarding values, relationships, and aesthetics, complicated by a desire for growth and expansion. Venus rx demands that you reconsider your personal or romantic relationships and your values, tapos Jupiter naman encourages a broadening of horizons. Nakakalito din, as these conflicting energies might lead to overindulgence or feelings of imbalance. You might want to explore new opportunities (Jupiter) but feel held back by your current reassessment of your relationships (Venus). Emotional expectations din may not pan out, so manage your expectations for now and take everything with a grain of salt!

Other Areas Affected by Venus:

Venus rules 2 houses in your chart, dear Taurus. In a lesser degree, Venus moving retrograde affects these houses too. Expect slowdowns, misinterpretations and possible frustrations in these areas of your life:

1st House: SELF, Rebirth, Our Mask, First Impressions,  Self- Expression, New Beginnings, Self-Presentation, Personal Image, Physical Body,  Physical Appearance

6th House: Pets ,Daily Chores, Craftsmanship, Health Issues, Daily Routines, Unequal Relationships, Service, Volunteerism, Workplace  & Co-Workers, Perfection & Proficiency, The Mind & Body, Connection, The Necessity of Boundaries , Staff, Hired- Help, Employees

As Venus begins moving forward again, you’ll experience a greater sense of clarity, self-acceptance, and a deeper understanding of what truly matters in your relationships. Kung may mabigat na pagsubok, mag kakaroon din ‘yan ng resolution as Venus turns direct and moves further away from the retrograde period.

Stay strong, dear Taurus! May you find inner strength, courage, and meaningful changes during this Venus retrograde. Embrace this period as an opportunity for personal growth, and may you come out of it with a heart filled with love and a hopeful attitude, ready to embrace new opportunities with a new, healthier perspective on life and love. Have faith in your capacity to navigate this, and never forget that the universe is on your side! ❤

GOOD LUCK, TAURUS! you got this! ❤