Relationships Are Under Fire Now, so Move Carefully

August 9, 2023



At 3:39 a.m.: The moon is trine Pluto, and the moon void of course begins

In the pre-dawn hours, the Taurus moon trines Pluto in Capricorn, offering a glimpse into our psyche! We’re inspired to probe our personal depths now, to get to the bottom of why we think or behave as we do. Introspection can also prompt us to compare and contrast our habits with those of others. This aspect can even shift the nature of our intimate relationships, facilitating greater connection and compassion.  The moon then enters a void of course lasting until dawn.

At 4:08 a.m.: Venus is square Uranus

Following this, Venus in Leo squares off with Uranus in Taurus, the second of three aspects between these two planets during the Venus retrograde cycle. Their first meeting on July 2, with Venus in direct motion, invited us to take stock of our relationships and delineate where we wanted more or different. Impulsive actions kick-started themes of conflict and desire which we are currently navigating during Venus retrograde. Any abrupt decisions to end or begin relationships may have been premature.  However, they did draw a line in the sand, defining what we will refuse to accept going forward! Today’s transit is much more introspective, but just as emotionally volatile! We are in a new relational landscape at this time, and many of our moves may feel like throwing spaghetti at the wall and seeing what sticks.  What romantic revelations are you currently experiencing? You may be finding that what you actually want is very different than what you supposed you wanted! Take notes. These breakthroughs will prove especially valuable when Venus and Uranus form their final square on September 29!