![]() ![]() Venus is the aesthete of the cosmos - think Oscar Wilde meets Marie Antoinette (yes, that decadent). What happens when Venus is in retrograde? Retrogrades are a unique opportunity to realign our actions with our truth, so when a planet goes backward, we can expect to see the world a bit differently. Nonetheless, for thousands of years, we’ve recognized this celestial about-face as a powerful energetic shift: an invitation to reassess our reality, dive deep into our truths, and embrace soul-searching. Of course, in actuality, retrogrades are optical illusions: The planets only seem to move in reverse from our perspective on Earth. Retrogrades are part of the intrinsic rhythm of the cosmos - in fact, every planet in our solar system appears to spin backward. ![]() But there’s so much more to a backward spin than just doom and gloom. Promise.įirst, what are retrogrades in astrology?ĭoes the word retrograde send shivers down your spine? If so, you’re not alone! As popularized by our ongoing fascination (obsession?) with Mercury retrograde, the “r-word” has become synonymous with calamities, disasters, and major inconvenience vibes. Because, believe it or not, Venus retrograde isn’t as bad as you think. This one is in the sign of Leo and it will last until September 3.īut before you cancel summer entirely, let’s break down this infamous transit. Yes, friends, I’m talking about Venus retrograde. ![]() On Saturday, July 22, Venus - the planet of love, beauty, and values - stops, pivots, and begins going backward in the sky. Summer’s been hitting differently this year, and not necessarily in a … good way? Maybe it’s the air quality or the WGA/SAG strikes or just the general never-ending all-consuming existential dread or … whatever it is, if you’re patiently waiting for everyone’s favorite season to figure itself out, the stars might have you waiting a little while longer. Photo-Illustration: by The Cut Photos: Getty Images ![]()
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