September 23rd, 2024 § Comments Off on Venus in Scorpio – Empress in Death’s Clothing § permalink
Venus is moving into Scorpio and will be there until October 17th.
From a Tarot perspective this transit is like the Empress is wearing Death’s clothing. She’s on a horse and heavily armoured.
Venus in Scorpio, or the Empress in Death’s clothing is a time to see the beauty in change. It’s an opportunity to let yourself celebrate what’s passing and nurture what’s about to grow.
Now’s a good time to take a gentle look at the transformations going on in your life and the lives of those around you.
You might not like all the changes at first, but if you look at them again, you’ll likely find a golden seed about to emerge. And it’s probably going to make you smile.
There’s something seductive in this combination of deep emotion, beauty and love. It’s mysterious, creative, and meaningful. Take advantage of it while it’s here.
August 29th, 2024 § Comments Off on Venus in Libra – the Empress in Justice’s Clothes § permalink
Venus moved into Libra yesterday and will be there until December 4th.
From a Tarot perspective, this transit would be like the Empress is wearing the clothes of Justice. She’s gotten tough and taken up the sword.
Venus in Libra, or the Empress in the clothes of Justice, is a time of creative realignment, a chance to lovingly balance what’s most important in our lives.
Use this period to focus on what’s working for you, especially in terms of your relationships. Not only between yourself and others, but also between yourself and the activities you engage in.
Are they leading to the results you set out for, or might this be a good time to prune back, and/or fertilize particular areas of your life’s garden.
No need to be harsh, in fact, it’s best to be gentle, but being decisive is important. With a clear mind and compassionate heart, you’ll know what you have to do next.
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August 5th, 2024 § Comments Off on Venus in Virgo – Empress in the Hermit’s Clothing § permalink
Venus moved into Virgo and will be there until August 29th.
From a Tarot perspective, this transit is like the Empress is wearing the Hermit’s clothing. She’s out in the snow, wearing the robes of a monk.
Venus in Virgo, or the Empress in the Hermit’s clothing is a good time to examine the parts of yourself you normally keep under wraps.
Take the opportunity to look carefully at the experiences you’ve been accumulating. Shift through your own inner shadows, and be unafraid to face whatever you find.
Compassion towards yourself and others will help heal both fears and sorrows, while introspection can provide creative insight you may not have thought possible.
And with all this seriousness, don’t forget to enjoy yourself. There’s as much to celebrate in the dark as there is in the light.
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July 11th, 2024 § Comments Off on Venus in Leo – Empress Dressed in Strength’s Clothing § permalink
Venus has moved into Leo and will stay there until August 5th.
From a Tarot perspective, it’s like the Empress is dressed in Strength’s clothing. She’s wearing white and playing with a lion.
Venus in Leo, or the Empress in Strength’s clothing, is a good time to turn your passion towards the nurturance of others.
It feels good right now to share. There’s power in devotion.
Emotions could run high, especially when it comes to questions of art, love and women in general. But that can be good, as long as you don’t force your feelings on others.
Try to avoid righteousness, even if it’s coming from a place of deep concern. Love should be flowing, not a tool of control.
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June 17th, 2024 § Comments Off on Venus in Cancer – Empress Dressed as the Charioteer § permalink
Venus moved into Cancer and will be staying there until July 11th.
From a Tarot perspective, it’s like the Empress is dressed as the Charioteer. She’s thrown on some armour and taken to the road.
Venus in Cancer, or the Empress in the clothes of the Charioteer, can be a time of active beauty and love.
It takes courage to create and move past just ideas to what’s actually real. This is a chance to do that, and to do it with joy.
Perseverance and the fortitude to keep going when the road gets rocky are gifts of this cycle. As is the ability to see beauty in even the ugliest of ditches.
Enjoy the ride and don’t give up on anything you really care about. Love conquers all.
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June 3rd, 2024 § Comments Off on Venus in Gemini – Empress in the Clothes of the Lovers’ Angel § permalink
Venus moved into Gemini and will stay there until June 17th.
From a Tarot perspective, this transit is like the Empress is wearing the clothes of the Lovers’ Angel. She’s switched out her robes and grabbed some wings.
Venus in Gemini, or the Empress in the clothes of the Lovers’ Angel, is a fantastic time to commit to someone or something you love, or care about greatly. The blessings of Mother Earth are on side.
Assuming of course, you’ve explored all aspects of the issue, be they romantic, familial, professional or academic.
The Lover’s might be in love, but they’re no fools. They insist on looking carefully before they leap.
And during this time, we’re all encouraged to do so as well.
Explore everything that makes up the sensual world. Take part in life. Revel in it even. Then give some serious thought to all that you’ve experienced.
Learning more about the magic of the world won’t break its spell. It’s beauty will only become more awesome through educated eyes.
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March 11th, 2024 § Comments Off on Venus in Pisces – the Empress in the Moon’s Clothing § permalink
Venus has moved into Pisces and will stay there until April 5th.
If you look at this transit from a Tarot perspective, it’s like the Empress is dressed as the Moon. She’s all but disappeared in the night.
Venus in Pisces, or the Empress dressed as the Moon, is a good time to embrace your own unconscious depths.
Nurture your psychic energies through art, poetry or creative visualizations.
And try not to be afraid. Feelings that are usually expressed out loud might be less open than usual. That doesn’t mean they’re any less deep.
There’s as much beauty in the dark as there is in the light. It’s just not flashy. Dive into the mysteries and enjoy what you can never know for sure.
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January 23rd, 2024 § Comments Off on Venus in Capricorn – Empress Dressed in the Devil’s Clothing § permalink
Venus just moved into Capricorn and will stay there until February 16th.
From a Tarot perspective, this transit would be like the Empress is dressed in the Devil’s clothing. Hairy and winged, she’s trying out a darker look.
Venus in Capricorn, or the Empress in the Devil’s clothing is a time of creative intensity and physical manifestation.
Focus on getting things done and making them real, but do so with compassion for yourself and others.
Pushing through a task without connecting to it on an emotional level, or with an eye to the beautiful, will only lessen the value of what you create.
Celebrate and love with passion, but try not to chain yourself to anything for too long.
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December 29th, 2023 § Comments Off on Venus in Sagittarius – Empress in Temperance’s Clothing § permalink
Venus moved into Sagittarius and will stay there until January 23rd.
From a Tarot perspective, this transit would be like the Empress is wearing Temperance’s clothing. She’s changed her gown and has sprouted some wings.
Venus in Sagittarius, or the Empress in Temperance’s clothing, is a time of creative harmony.
It’s perfect for opening your heart and senses to the beauty around you. Things might feel more magical than usual, but it all comes down to perspective.
The magic of the earth is everywhere always, we just don’t always notice it. Right now though, it’s hard to miss. Enjoy and give thanks.
Use this time to balance your emotional and practical life. It could be easier than you think. Miracles are possible, but you have to open your heart to let them in.
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November 8th, 2023 § Comments Off on Venus in Libra – the Empress in Justice’s Clothes § permalink
Venus moved into Libra yesterday and will be there until December 4th.
From a Tarot perspective, this transit would be like the Empress is wearing the clothes of Justice. She’s gotten tough and taken up the sword.
Venus in Libra, or the Empress in the clothes of Justice, is a time of creative realignment, a chance to lovingly balance what’s most important in our lives.
Use this period to focus on what’s working for you, especially in terms of your relationships. Not only between yourself and others, but also between yourself and the activities you engage in.
Are they leading to the results you set out for, or might this be a good time to prune back, and/or fertilize particular areas of your life’s garden.
No need to be harsh, in fact, it’s best to be gentle, but being decisive is important. With a clear mind and compassionate heart, you’ll know what you have to do next.
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