The Venus Retrograde in Leo

We are making a huge shift in the Universe with the upcoming Venus Retrograde in Leo starting on July 22nd and lasting until September 3rd, 2023. A Venus Retrograde is extremely rare, occurring every 18 months. This particular retrograde is a time to reassess our current situations in love and money. Are we holding onto something that we need to let go of (whether that be relationships or our current job situation)? Is it time to invest in something elsewhere? Do we take our current situationship to the next level and make it something more? Now is the time to decide.  

Venus is one of the closest planets to Earth, meaning that its retrograde is stronger and more powerful than others. Venus is the ruling planet of love and money. During this time, our relationships (romance, platonic, and work relationships) can be put to the test. We may even find out things that can make or break our relationships. Don’t ignore the signs!

And to throw another curveball into the mix, this venus retrograde is in conjunction with the Cancer New Moon that occured last week. And what exactly does this mean? 

This can bring a very turbulent time, but also a great time for healing. Relationships will be tested and you may even notice a few exes start to pop back in. This isn’t a sign to run away and ignore the situation, but instead to find closure and clarity with what was, what is, and accept the lessens for what they are. With each any every relationship (romantic, platonic, career) you may lose during this retrograde, you are making room for even better to enter your life.

How will this retrograde affect the signs?

Aries – This is a great time for healing Aries. There is something holding you back from truly sharing all your love, light, and creativity with others. It’s time to be open and vulnerable to really see the opportunities that are trying to make its way to you.

Taurus – Venus is your ruling planet and stations in your fourth house of home and family life. Many issues that are occuring in your personal life are due to the upbrining in the home. It’s time to go back and heal those wounds.  

Gemini – This is the time to analyze who you are allowing into your inner circle. Have you been communicating properly with these people and vice-versa? Spend time reconnecting with old friends.

Cancer – Venus retrograde is here to remind you, Cancer, of what you bring to the table when it comes to work. You’re tapping into your financial side and will have abundances flow towards you. 

Leo – It’s time for some self-reflection, self-love, and to release some of those self-limiting beliefs. You are beginning to align yourself with the same frequencies as new opportunities that may have to shift and take you down a new path.

Virgo – Reconnect with yourself in solitude. Have an open mind when it comes to healing unresolved situations and/or conflicts. Being honest with yourself will set you free. 

Libra – Venus is your ruling planet, meaning this retrograde might resurrect unresolved issues. You might find you are not in alignment with people in your outer circle so it’s time to embrace the relationships that make you feel understood. 

Scorpio – This retrograde can bring up feelings of insecurity when it comes to your career and line of work. Release what is no longer in your control and you’ll see that your hard work is paying off.

Sagittarius – Your day-to-day might be thrown off, but that’s because you will get the answers to the things you’ve been searching for. Remain open to hearing the opinions of others.

Capricorn – Venus retrogrades through your eighth house of intimacy, secrets, and shared resources, you may find that debts need to be settled and you’re gaining closure from contractual situations. You’re ready to move on from attachments that have held you back.  

Aquarius – Breakup season is here so don’t fret if you find yourself parting ways with someone because you are creating space for new relationships that are better aligned with your energy. Your ex may resurface, giving you the opportunity to gain insight and closure.

Pisces – You may find yourself procrastinating a lot Pisces, but give yourself grace and permission to be imperfectly perfect.