Now I've talked about Mercury in retrograde on here but its not only Mercury that goes into retrograde but all the planets do and this creates effects and at the moment Venus is in retrograde. It can make for a tricky time regarding relationships
| Next Period of Venus Retrograde (2012) | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| 07 Gem 29 Apr 12, 2012 | 23 Gem 59 May 15, 2012 | 07 Gem 29 Jun 27, 2012 | 23 Gem 59 Jul 31, 2012 |
 Venus | |||
With Venus retrograde, the pace of relationships slows down, so this is not the best time to get married or give big parties. Since Venus rules diplomacy, slowdowns in all sorts of negotiations can be expected, including industrial disputes, legal issues and diplomatic endeavours. Unresolved issues from the past will come forward and demand resolution such as stirring up old flames, relationships and even kindred Spirits or Soul connections from long ago (and or past lives).
Venus, the goddess of love, rules feelings and emotion, aesthetics and tastes, relationships, fashions and all forms of desire, money and wealth. Venus rules social attitudes and behaviour She governs romance, marriage and other partnerships, capacity for humour, and the pursuit of pleasure.
Venus Retrograde in Gemini
May 15, 2012 till Jun 27, 2012
Venus is in retrograde for approximately every eighteen months and will be in retrograde for about forty days.
This year we will have a retrograde period in the sign of Gemini. This will deal with our romantic lives and our values. On the down side, it can be more of a distorted perspective and attitude.
It is a time when you will start to analysis your personal life and relationships that you have. Evaluate the reason why others are in your life and what value do they really have for you. You are aware of these issues, difference or unresolved problems with others. Wait till Venus goes direct if you are planning to let go people from your life. This will give you more understanding of what is and has been going on and your role in the relationship. But you must also realise that in any relationships there will always be differences. They question is how much do you want to tolerate and what is actually depleting or negative to your well being as a whole.
In some cases if a relationship has difficulties, things can work themselves out for the best. During this retrograde we find people feeling more unloved, unappreciated and disappointed. Remember it is almost like the opposite of what the planet has to offer. People will feel that they need to get more out a relationship. This makes it a great time to mend relationships and apologise when needed in relationships.
During this retrograde period, it is advised not to get married or start new relationships. The reason is, they will not last.
Also, not a good time to make any major financial decisions.
Any type of cosmetic work done should be postponed until after this time.
Watch out for splurging on things that will be a substitute for the need to feel loved. It can be costly to you on some level.
Do not purchase pricey or luxury items during this time. What looks good will not looks good later. In addition, financially there will be a downfall with it. Venus retrograde is an excellent time for buying antiques, flea market items and secondhand goods wherein you know the real worth and value of the item but the seller do not. Therefore, the key here is, if you know you are getting a bargain before retrograde, try to haggle the price during retrograde and you might just get an awesome deal.
It is a favourable time for re-negotiating a financial situation such as a contract or bank loan. It can be helpful in resolving a long-standing legal matter.
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