What: Venus in Virgo
When: Aug. 4 - Aug. 28, 2024
Who’s Impacted: Virgo, Pisces, Sagittarius, Gemini, Taurus, Libra—in that order
Takeaway: Precision, pragmatism, and being efficient with your affections, creativity, and money is about to get 10x sexier.
A major shift has happened: Venus, the planet of love, money, relationships and creativity, has entered earthy Virgo, doubling down on the need for efficiency and productivity. (Mercury is also in Virgo, and currently retrograde, btw.) Ever the workhorse, Virgo loves to be of use, toiling away at tasks simply for the sake of getting them done. Venus, however, loves to take it easy, preferring relaxation and reveling in the pleasures of good food, beautiful art, and pleasing company over plodding. This, therein, lies the crux of this would-be wonderful transit.
This week—the week of Aug. 5—brings only two transits, one of which involves Venus and Mercury Retrograde in Virgo on Aug. 7. The other? Sun in Leo sextile Jupiter in Gemini—also on Aug. 7—and it’s a great transit. In fact, both of these transits are great for spreading love, joy, and sweetness. Which we so desperately need right now, given the current sh*t show state of the world. Anyway! Since Venus entered Virgo late on Aug. 4, it is ~technically~ a part of this week’s astrology. (At least, I’m including it in this week’s astrology, given the limited number of transits.)
Despite what some astrologers might say about it, I consider Venus’ shift into Virgo a good thing. Yes, the planet ~technically~ struggles in the sign, for previously stated reasons, but Venus in Virgo is so, so good for getting practical about your money, creative endeavors, and relationships. It also helps you cope a little better with the first leg of Mercury Retrograde in Virgo.
As we bid adieu to the fiery flamboyance of Venus in Leo, we shift gears and welcome the precise and pragmatic vibes of Venus in Virgo. This transit, which lasts from Aug. 4 through Aug. 28, brings an impactful shift to the area of your life ruled by Virgo. While Venus in Leo thrived on dramatic declarations of love and grand romantic gestures, Venus in Virgo is all about the little things that make a relationship work. Think of it as moving from the passionate poetry of Shakespeare to the precision of a well-crafted spreadsheet. Virgo's energy encourages you to take a closer look at your relationships and finances, seeking to refine and improve them through practical means.
Virgo’s energy encourages you to break down your one-on-one interactions, your spending / earning habits, and your creative projects into manageable, daily acts and seemingly scrupulous to-dos. However, it’s easy for Virgo to fall into the trap of fault-finding, as the sign craves order, tidiness, and functionality. Imagine Venus in Virgo as the ultimate helper, tending to and tidying up the details in your money habits, romantic interactions, and creative ventures that Venus in Leo may have seen you ignoring. How can you show your loved ones you care? How can you bring order to the alleged chaos of your love life or finances? What needs to be tidied up, tended to, or systemized?
Venus also helps us uncover some of the lesser-known qualities of Virgo. While Venus in Leo saw you boldly boasting about your own power, passion and attractions, Venus in Virgo makes your affections shyer, more diffident and reserved. But that doesn’t mean your love life will be boring! Yes,Virgo is often associated with meticulousness, order and virgin-like qualities, but when transiting this mutable earth sign, Venus coaxes out the sensual, nurturing, and sweetly fussy side of Virgo.
During this transit, you might find that you appreciate the simple pleasures in life more—savoring a good meal, enjoying the feel of fresh, clean sheets, or relishing in the scents of nature. Or, better yet, giving that to your partner. Acts of service and quality time top the Venus in Virgo to-do list of Love Languages. (Curious to learn more? Check out this article about what YOUR Venus sign says about your love language.)
It only makes sense that when Venus transits this earth sign that love becomes grounded and methodical. So, pay attention to the finer details of your budget and relationships—those daily acts of kindness, the effort you put into making your partner's life easier, and the practical aspects of partnership. Venus in Virgo is like giving your love life a practical makeover. Or, creating a spreadsheet for it. Because Venus in Virgo reminds us that love isn’t just about grand gestures and fiery passion; it's about the everyday moments of care and consideration. It’s about lending a helping hand, listening attentively, and showing your love through thoughtful acts. Venus in Virgo can also help you find beauty in the everyday details, and create an environment that’s conducive to both self-love, wise spending, creative skillfulness, and harmonious relationships.
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