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Saturday, APRIL 20

The Moon continues its transit of particular Virgo until 11:09 PM EDT, when it moves into relationship-focused Libra. Jupiter aligns with Uranus today in the sign of Taurus.

With this powerful influence, we’re ready to discover, explore, and innovate, and we can be particularly focused on how to upgrade our attitudes toward money, things, and comfort. Increased financial freedom can be a goal.

This transit is exciting, futuristic, and original. The need for progressive change becomes glaringly apparent! It’s a time when we’re itching to update, refresh, and renew ourselves, projects, circumstances, and connections. We might take risks (perhaps, but not necessarily, foolish ones) for the sake of freedom during this transit.

We could too easily avoid taking responsibility for things that truly matter, or we can feel exceptionally restless. Still, we’re open to new energies, approaches, and attitudes under the influence of this transit. Fortunate events occur as a direct result of our willingness to entertain the unusual and think outside the box. We feel brave, positive, and optimistic. Enthusiasm runs high, the desire for freedom from restrictions is strong, and a thirst for adventure is with us.

There can be happy coincidences and new developments, especially with money and valuables or our feelings of comfort, safety, and security. Note also that Jupiter will be parallel Uranus in early May.

The Moon is void from 8:20 PM EDT, with the Moon’s last aspect before changing signs (an opposition to Neptune), until the Moon enters Libra at 11:09 PM EDT.

Sunday, APRIL 21

Today’s Libra Moon puts balancing and harmonizing on our minds. Fortunately, Venus aligns with Chiron this morning, and it’s a time to express compassion or forgiveness. We may feel drawn to problem areas so that we can repair them. We more readily see the beauty in human weaknesses as well as the pain of growing, healing, and restoring. It’s a solid time to build trust in relationships and see each other’s potential, although the process might feel challenging in spots.

With the Sun and Pluto forming a square today, however, putting our trust in others (or in life/the process) can be difficult as the day advances. This aspect, possibly through discord, helps us identify areas of over-attachment. We might clash with those in authority, or we’re frustrated as our sense of responsibility or fear of loss in our social lives conflicts with our personal plans or sense of security. We may act compulsively and find it difficult to let go and unwind.

Positively, circumstances can push us to discover our own power — power that comes from a strong sense of self rather than superficial energy derived from manipulating people into doing what we want them to do. It’s best to aim for self-control now.

It’s important to avoid trying to force matters that should naturally take time to unfold. We should also watch for a bit of paranoia or suspicion that works against us. This aspect can bring fears and buried matter to the surface. 

Monday, APRIL 22

The Moon spends the day in balanced, gracious Libra. Harmony is a goal with this Moon transit, and the lack of it can be emotionally unsettling. As a result, we tend to do more negotiating and accommodating.

With the Moon’s opposition to Mercury, Chiron, and then Venus, we can feel torn between wanting company or feedback and preferring to go our own way. Our efforts to remain cheerful could lead to missing opportunities to grow, develop, and improve. There can be a disconnect between our emotions and intellect or sensibilities, and minor disagreements, mainly about sensitivity to feelings, are more likely now. There can be a battle between our need to consult with others and our desire to act independently.

The Moon is void from 7:25 PM EDT, with the Moon’s last aspect before changing signs (an opposition to Venus), until the Moon enters Scorpio the next day, Tuesday, April 23rd, at 11:21 AM EDT.

Mercury now turns direct at 15° Aries 59′.

Mercury’s retrograde lasted from April 1st, 2024, at 27° Aries 13′, until April 25th, 2024, at 15° Aries 59′.

Mercury Retrograde Cycle from April 1 to 25, 2024:

• On March 18, 2024, Mercury enters the Retrograde Zone at 15° Aries 59′
• On April 1, 2024, Mercury stations and turns retrograde at 27° Aries 13’Rx
• On April 25, 2024, Mercury stations and turns direct at 15° Aries 59’D
• On May 13, 2024, Mercury leaves the Retrograde Zone at 27° Aries 13′

The year 2024’s second retrograde Mercury cycle began on April 1st and lasted until now, April 25th. Mercury’s shadow period began on March 18th and ends on May 13th.

Note that the shadow period begins before Mercury turns retrograde–when Mercury first passes over the degree that Mercury later returns to in retrograde motion. The shadow period ends when Mercury again passes over the degree at which it first turned retrograde. The shadow period is different than Mercury’s storm period in astrology, which refers to the period when Mercury is moving especially slowly.

Mercury’s post-retrograde shadow is generally better for new long-term endeavors than the pre-retrogrades shadow. For new enterprises in the pre-retrograde shadow, the venture’s secondary progressed Mercury will turn direction (retrograde) in the coming years, which may not be ideal.

Also note that things are most wonky on and around the days of the stations whether Mercury is turning retrograde OR direct (the start and end dates of the retrograde cycle) as the shifts occur, after which we grow more accustomed to the energy.

Mercury is retrograde approximately three times a year for approximately three weeks each time. As such, retrograde Mercury is a fairly common occurrence (Mercury is retrograde approximately 18% of the time).

As the planet of communication, Mercury retrograde tends to breed a certain level of confusion. Mercury rules our “lower” mind–how we perceive and interpret information that we receive from our environment, and how we relay that information to others. Mercury has rulership over such things as speaking, negotiating, buying and selling, listening, formal contracts, documents, travel, the mail and shipping, and so forth. All of these areas of life are affected when Mercury is functioning in a sluggish state. Decision-making is challenged during Mercury retrograde.

Needless to say, it is not advised to sign contracts, engage in important decision-making, or launch a new business. Delays and challenges are more probable with Mercury retrograde. It’s a time when being careless with money, our personal information, or paperwork can be costly.

While Mercury is retrograde, we may be rethinking a previous opinion or idea. Looking to the signs and houses it transits can give clues as to what we may be reconsidering. In Aries this time, we might look at past decisions and ideas from a new, possibly enlightened perspective. This is a time for reconsidering an initiative or venture. It’s strong for returning to an old project or pursuit.

It can be a time of tension, however, as Mercury in Aries wants immediate answers and retrograde Mercury can point to delays and indecision. The shortness of Mercury in Aries communications is magnified, making it necessary to be especially careful with our choice of topics and wording. The chances of sharp or brusque comments doing some damage run high.

While Mercury is retrograde in the sign of Aries, we may be returning to past projects and refining or tweaking them. We can find usefulness in old or past ideas and recycle them in new ways, even though Mercury in Aries prefers the new to the old. We might consider renewing past ventures where we may have had false starts, but this should be done in a new way for things to work this time around.

With Mercury in Aries, we prefer to learn from hands-on experience rather than instruction, and not listening during this Mercury retrograde period can be especially costly.

Keep in mind that Mercury in Aries’ haste to communicate (or perhaps more accurately, to get communications out of the way) can work against us or can be more consequential during Mercury retrograde — there can be texts or emails sent to the wrong people, for example, or quick commentary that’s considered careless.

Now with Mercury direct, slowly but surely, information unclogs, and we can move on. Ideally, while Mercury was retrograde, we had the chance to catch up, refine details, and change our minds if needed.

Venus enters Taurus

Venus is in Taurus from April 29 to May 23, 2024. In Taurus, Venus is naturally very sensual, content, and possessive. We seek security and value those things that are long-lasting. Our appetite for pleasure is strong.

The sign of Taurus values the here and now and the world of the five senses. Tangible and physical expressions of love and romance figure strongly during the Venus-in-Taurus cycle. Holding on to someone or something we love is our tendency under this influence.

The shadow side of this is excessive possessiveness and treating our partners as objects that we own or want to own.

On the financial side, Venus in Taurus looks for high-quality, solid, practical, and long-lasting items. Holding on to our possessions is more likely now. With art, tastes, and pleasures, we prefer things that are earthy, natural, and grounded. We can be somewhat indulgent at this time. Uncertainty bothers us more than usual–we favor stability over excitement in love and pleasure.

Aspects Venus makes while in the sign of Taurus in 2024

This list excludes the Moon since it forms far too many aspects to list here, and the dates of the major aspects of Venus are in bold.

• Apr 30, 2024 3:04 PM Venus  1 Taurus 37 semi-square Saturn 16 Pisces 37
• May 1, 2024 12:29 AM Venus  2 Taurus 06 square  Pluto  2 Aquarius 06
• May 10, 2024 8:27 PM Venus 14 Taurus 13 semi-square Neptune 29 Pisces 13
• May 11, 2024 12:50 PM Venus 15 Taurus 03 semi-sextile  True Node 15 Aries 03
• May 13, 2024 3:45 PM Venus 17 Taurus 40 sextile Saturn 17 Pisces 40
• May 16, 2024 7:43 PM Venus 21 Taurus 34 semi-sextile  Chiron 21 Aries 34
• May 18, 2024 7:40 AM Venus 23 Taurus 24 conjunction  Uranus 23 Taurus 24
• May 23, 2024 4:29 AM Venus 29 Taurus 23 conjunction  Jupiter 29 Taurus 23
• May 23, 2024 6:50 AM Venus 29 Taurus 30 sextile Neptune 29 Pisces 30
• May 23, 2024 10:46 AM Venus 29 Taurus 42 semi-square True Node 14 Aries 42

Pluto turns retrograde at 2° Aquarius 06′. Pluto is retrograde every year for over five months. In 2024, Pluto is retrograde from May 2nd to October 11th.

• Pluto stations and turns retrograde on May 2, 2024, at 2° Aquarius 06′ Rx
• Pluto stations and turns direct on October 11, 2024, at 29° Capricorn 38′

Pluto stations and turns retrograde today and will be retrograde until October 11th. This shift of direction tends to bring about some initial confusion, heaviness, and magnification of problems.

Pluto’s retrograde cycle itself, however, is an excellent period for research and gaining new insight into our self-destructive tendencies, needs for control, and search for the truth by looking within. Outward pressures may ease somewhat during this period. Over the coming months, we may be reassessing how we use our power.

Pluto begins its retrograde early in the sign of Aquarius (Pluto first entered Aquarius on March 23rd, 2023, and again on January 20th, 2024), but returns to Capricorn in retrograde motion on September 1st, 2024. This will be the final dip back into Capricorn.

Mercury enters Taurus

Mercury is in Taurus from May 15th to June 3rd, 2024.

When Mercury is in Taurus, our thinking is down to earth, solid, and grounded. Common sense reigns over more fanciful thinking.

We communicate more deliberately under this influence, and our minds are oriented to the world of the five senses. We prefer the tried and true to new ways of thinking.

Attention to one thing at a time can simplify our lives, but we may be in danger of narrow, overly conservative, or rigid thinking.

• comfortably-paced decisions and thought processes
• thinking cannot be rushed or pushed
• pleasant speech, voice
• capable of (and content with) rote, routine, deliberate, or monotonous work/methods
• common sense is strong and dominant
• practical intelligence
• stubborn line of thinking/position

 

Aspects Mercury makes while in the sign of Taurus in 2024

This list excludes the Moon since it forms far too many aspects to list here, and the dates of the major aspects of Mercury are in bold.

• May 17, 2024 3:44 AM Mercury  2 Taurus 03 square  Pluto  2 Aquarius 03
• May 17, 2024 8:00 PM Mercury  2 Taurus 57 semi-square Saturn 17 Pisces 57
• May 25, 2024 12:36 PM Mercury 14 Taurus 25 semi-sextile  True Node 14 Aries 25
• May 25, 2024 2:31 PM Mercury 14 Taurus 33 semi-square Neptune 29 Pisces 33
• May 27, 2024 11:22 PM Mercury 18 Taurus 34 sextile Saturn 18 Pisces 34
• May 30, 2024 12:25 AM Mercury 22 Taurus 11 semi-sextile  Chiron 22 Aries 11
• May 30, 2024 7:53 AM Mercury 22 Taurus 45 semi-sextile  Mars 22 Aries 45
• May 31, 2024 1:54 AM Mercury 24 Taurus 08 conjunction  Uranus 24 Taurus 08
• Jun  2, 2024 3:54 PM Mercury 29 Taurus 03 semi-square True Node 14 Aries 03
• Jun 2, 2024 11:57 PM Mercury 29 Taurus 42 sextile Neptune 29 Pisces 42

Sun enters Gemini

Sun is in Gemini from May 20-June 20, 2024.

Knowledge and diversity motivate us with the Sun in Gemini. We are more sociable, intellectual, and insatiably curious under this influence. We tend to scatter our energies due to this curiosity and awareness of all of our options. We are more communicative and versatile, but we can also be unreliable.

Gemini represents duality and mediation. Gemini’s energy is intelligent, optimistic, observant, and adaptable. It’s skeptical, ready to consider alternate ways of thinking. We’re prepared to trade, share, exchange, pass on news, teach, guide, and learn.

We gather information during the Sun-in-Gemini cycle, and we benefit from this transit’s objectivity. We’re quick-witted, cheerful, engaging, and we easily adapt, observe, and listen–it’s a clever and crafty influence.

On the downside, we can be gossipy, overly intellectual, or too rational when a softer touch would be more appropriate. As we relay and process information, we could be living too much in our heads, disconnected from what’s in our hearts.

While the Sun is in Gemini in 2024, it forms the following aspects (excludes the Moon). The dates of the major Sun aspects are bolded green:

• May 20, 2024 12:07 PM Sun quintile Saturn
• May 21, 2024 12:00 PM Sun  1 Gemini 05 semi-square Mars 16 Aries 05
• May 22, 2024 11:13 AM Sun  2 Gemini 01 trine Pluto  2 Aquarius 01
• May 27, 2024 5:55 PM Sun  7 Gemini 05 semi-square Chiron 22 Aries 05
• Jun  1, 2024 12:56 PM Sun quintile Neptune
• Jun 3, 2024 10:50 PM Sun 13 Gemini 59 sextile True Node 13 Aries 59
• Jun 4, 2024 11:33 AM Sun 14 Gemini 30 conjunction  Venus 14 Gemini 30
• Jun  6, 2024 9:56 PM Sun 16 Gemini 49 sesquiquadrate Pluto  1 Aquarius 49
• Jun 9, 2024 6:36 AM Sun 19 Gemini 05 square  Saturn 19 Pisces 05
• Jun 13, 2024 2:24 AM Sun 22 Gemini 45 sextile Chiron 22 Aries 45
• Jun 14, 2024 12:32 PM Sun 24 Gemini 06 conjunction  Mercury 24 Gemini 06
• Jun 15, 2024 7:42 AM Sun quintile True Node
• Jun 15, 2024 10:16 AM Sun 24 Gemini 58 semi-sextile  Uranus 24 Taurus 58
• Jun 16, 2024 4:01 AM Sun biquintile Pluto
• Jun 20, 2024 2:12 PM Sun 29 Gemini 53 square  Neptune 29 Pisces 53

Venus enters Gemini

Venus is in Gemini from May 23rd to June 17th, 2024.

With Venus in Gemini, we have a finger in every pie. Curiosity motivates us on romantic and social levels. “Variety is the spice of life” is the motto now. We are sociable, communicative, charming, and interested.

While it’s a time when we can be animated and fun, we may also keep our distance on an emotional level. Attractions now often begin with words, as we tend to bond more readily on a mental level while Venus is in Gemini. We’re most attracted to mentally interesting people.

Sometimes, our curiosity leads us into relationships that we might not form otherwise. The shadow side of Gemini is fickleness or disinterest in profundity.

 

Venus in Gemini is flirtatious, captivating, and adaptable. We ask questions and want to keep things light and lively. During this transit, we do best when we’re mentally engaged and our desire for variety is addressed. Social stimulation is appealing. Good fortune with transportation and communication can figure strongly.

The Aspects Venus Makes While in Gemini in 2024

The major aspect dates are bolded. Note that this list doesn’t include the Moon.

May 23, 2024 11:02 PM Venus quintile Saturn

May 25, 2024 7:16 AM Venus  1 Gemini 59 trine Pluto  1 Aquarius 59

May 29, 2024 11:05 AM Venus  7 Gemini 06 semi-square Mars 22 Aries 06

May 29, 2024 12:19 PM Venus  7 Gemini 10 semi-square Chiron 22 Aries 10

Jun  2, 2024 4:43 AM Venus quintile Neptune

Jun 4, 2024 1:29 AM Venus 13 Gemini 59 sextile True Node 13 Aries 59

Jun 4, 2024 11:33 AM Sun 14 Gemini 30 conjunction  Venus 14 Gemini 30

Jun  6, 2024 9:11 AM Venus 16 Gemini 50 sesquiquadrate Pluto  1 Aquarius 50

Jun 8, 2024 4:25 AM Venus 19 Gemini 03 square  Saturn 19 Pisces 03

Jun 11, 2024 3:12 AM Venus 22 Gemini 40 sextile Chiron 22 Aries 40

Jun 12, 2024 9:24 PM Venus 24 Gemini 50 semi-sextile  Uranus 24 Taurus 50

Jun 12, 2024 10:09 PM Venus quintile True Node

Jun 13, 2024 2:41 PM Venus biquintile Pluto

Jun 16, 2024 11:46 PM Venus 29 Gemini 52 square  Neptune 29 Pisces 52

 

Jupiter enters Gemini

Jupiter is in Gemini from May 25, 2024 to June 9, 2025.

Jupiter spends a little over a year in the sign of Gemini.

In Gemini, Jupiter urges us to learn as much as we can about the people around us, as well as to learn, share, and connect.

During this Jupiter in Gemini cycle, we place strong emphasis and value on the intellect. We see opportunities to grow and succeed through intellectual, verbal, and written channels. We are more inclined to believe that intelligence and knowledge are the major keys to solving problems. Communication and contact are valued.

With an Air sign Jupiter, we are mentally adventurous, ready and willing to learn, into mind expansion, and less attached to our values because we are generally quite impartial and open-minded. We are able to see many sides to an argument.

More specifically with Jupiter in Gemini, we attract the most good fortune when we use our wit and ingeniousness, are versatile, sociable, curious, and put others at ease with friendliness and sincere curiosity.

Jupiter’s zeal can supersede moderation at times. It can expand the more negative qualities of a sign, just as it can expand the positive traits. Its zeal and enthusiasm are well-intentioned, but it can blind us to our immoderate behavior. In Gemini, negative manifestations include lack of follow through, too many ideas without a plan to set them into motion, gossip, too much information, fickleness, ambivalence, and indecision. We may take on too many things and lose focus, for example.

However, the higher vibration of Jupiter looks for perspective. Jupiter’s “perspective” isn’t a detached, analytical, or detailed look at any given situation, but an overview–a look at the “big picture”. With Jupiter, ideally, we are able to rise above pettiness, mundane concerns, inconveniences, and the like.

Where Jupiter is currently transiting in your own chart is generally where you are inclined to find your “joy” at this stage in your development.

Jupiter in Gemini finds joy in getting–and keeping–in touch. It’s a powerful time to improve our communication skills, and it’s an excellent period for upgrading the systems, machines, or devices that keep us mobile and connected–for example, phones, cars, bikes, computers, and so forth. New avenues or channels for communicating and transiting can open up.

We have more options or we see more options during this transit. Areas that can improve and benefit from this transit are sales, education, representing (agent), teaching, guiding, marketing, writing, editing, journalism, information gathering and relaying, transport, touring, languages, commerce, aviation, and communications.

There can be some good fortune or experiences surrounding communication and learning. Favored now are pursuits and fields that require dexterity, novelty, logic, gathering, collating, reporting, quick thinking, and agility. These areas can be most attractive or profitable.

With Jupiter in Gemini, we prefer learning programs with a focus on ideas, fact-gathering, interaction, and discussion. Belief systems that connect people and that encourage conversation, discussion, and questions are more appealing.

Building our communication skills or connections contributes significantly to success. Learning can be our comfort or pleasure zone.

We’re employing wit, ingeniousness, versatility, and social charm to our benefit during this cycle. It helps to put others at ease with friendliness and sincere curiosity. Being considerate is more in vogue and seen as a virtue.

More than usual, we value the intellect and see opportunities to grow and succeed through intellectual, verbal, and written channels. We strongly believe that intelligence and knowledge are crucial to solving problems and that being well-informed is empowering.

Small trips and errands can be more appealing or beneficial. Investments in communications and transportation may pay off. We value information more so than usual.

It’s a good time to facilitate learning and understanding through interesting and useful relays of information. We can pull together facts and deliver information in an attractive package. Over-simplifying or glossing over the more profound or unpleasant points could be a problem, however. It’s not a strong cycle for focus or concentration–we can be far more interested in quick synopses and soundbites than the full article or discussion. We tend to value logic over faith during this cycle. Overstimulation with superficial information could be a bigger issue now.

Jupiter is in detriment in the sign of Gemini, and the sign’s cool mentality is not a perfect fit for the expansive planet. We should watch for being too scattered or restless to benefit from this transit’s opportunities.

Health matters we might see more of now can be related to hands, arms, shoulders, lungs, tubes, connectors, capillaries, vessels, and sensory receptors. For example, Jupiter in Gemini, when challenged, can be associated with locomotor, blood, or cognitive disorders and stroke.

We might enjoy herding or gathering together, and we seek more stimulation. Dabbling and information gathering can also be more attractive or common. We’re more attracted to gadgets, puzzles, trivia, and words. Improving our immediate environment can be a fun and successful activity. We want to be the first to receive and relay the scoop during this cycle.

We take more interest in the history of education, law, and philosophy and reevaluate moral or religious instruction. It’s a good time to diversify our interests, although getting sidetracked is too easy. There can be more and/or better connections with siblings, neighbors, and classmates. Light social activities can be most rewarding, improving our outlook and morale.

• Do: connect with and repair relationships with siblings, classmates, neighbors; learn new things and explore new interests; improve communication and listening skills; commit to more frequent and quality connections with others; clarify and inform yourself and others.
• Don’t: skim the surface of topics; speak too much or too soon; take on too many projects or scatter energy; stay perpetually busy without getting much done.

The last time Jupiter transited Gemini was from  June 11, 2012, to June 25, 2013. See also Jupiter transits Gemini.

Mercury enters Gemini

In 2024, Mercury is in Gemini from June 3rd to 17th.

When Mercury is in Gemini, we are especially communicative, curious, and sociable. Mercury feels right at home in Gemini, one of the signs that it rules. We tend to take more pleasure in gaining a superficial knowledge of many subjects rather than dig deep into any one topic.

When it comes to making a point or debating, we are especially astute while Mercury is in Gemini. We are attracted to wordplays, puns, and negotiations, and we’re easily distracted.

Characteristics of the Mercury-in-Gemini cycle:

• interested in trivia, information tidbits
• manual and mental dexterity
• language mastery, talkative, flexible
• able to mimic, quickly grasp, decide promptly
• changes of mind/subject, detached observations
• nervous energy

 

While Mercury is in Gemini in 2024, it makes the following aspects…

This list excludes the Moon, and major aspect dates are bolded.

• Jun  3, 2024 2:11 PM Mercury quintile Saturn
• Jun 4, 2024 2:12 AM Mercury  1 Gemini 52 trine Pluto  1 Aquarius 52
• Jun 4, 2024 6:23 AM Mercury  2 Gemini 13 conjunction  Jupiter  2 Gemini 13
• Jun  6, 2024 8:27 PM Mercury  7 Gemini 30 semi-square Chiron 22 Aries 30
• Jun  8, 2024 8:59 PM Mercury quintile Neptune
• Jun 9, 2024 12:28 PM Mercury 13 Gemini 10 sextile True Node 13 Aries 10
• Jun 11, 2024 1:32 AM Mercury 16 Gemini 31 semi-square Mars  1 Taurus 31
• Jun 11, 2024 4:14 AM Mercury 16 Gemini 45 sesquiquadrate Pluto  1 Aquarius 45
• Jun 12, 2024 6:47 AM Mercury 19 Gemini 11 square  Saturn 19 Pisces 11
• Jun 13, 2024 10:02 PM Mercury 22 Gemini 46 sextile Chiron 22 Aries 46
• Jun 14, 2024 8:50 PM Mercury quintile True Node
• Jun 14, 2024 9:40 PM Mercury 24 Gemini 56 semi-sextile  Uranus 24 Taurus 56
• Jun 15, 2024 5:52 AM Mercury biquintile Pluto
• Jun 17, 2024 3:41 AM Mercury 29 Gemini 52 square Neptune 29 Pisces 52

Mars enters Taurus

Mars is in Taurus from June 9-July 20, 2024.

During this cycle, we are determined, stubborn, and resolute. Mars in Taurus can be passive until provoked, and is at its strongest when digging in its heels, outlasting, or defending something!

In stark contrast to the impulsive Mars in Aries cycle, we tend to pursue our goals by plodding along patiently. We seek longevity and long-term satisfaction.

While Mars is in Taurus, we…

1. are slow to change course or get started, but persevering
2. prefer methodical to creative work or methods
3. seek predictability and stability
4. can be stubborn and resistant to change
5. will work hardest for material security
6. seek concrete, long-lasting results
7. don’t take risks
8. have strong cravings and physical needs/desires
9. have great stamina

 

Venus enters Cancer

Venus is in Cancer from June 17th to July 11th, 2024.

In Cancer, Venus is nurturing, protective and self-protective, cautious, and fertile. We experience many emotional ups and downs in love under this influence due to our increased sensitivity and impressionability. We are tender, romantic, and attached. We could be clingy or sulky during this period.

Cancer love is dedicated, warm, and devoted. We show our love through our devotion, care, and concern. We are affectionate and cuddly, and are at our best when we feel safe and secure. We also want to make our loved ones feel safe and comfortable.

It’s a good cycle for collecting and money related to real estate, accommodation, food, coins, silver, or antiques. We enjoy homey, familiar pastimes and art and simple pleasures.

Cautious with our feelings, we are not always confident about boldly trying or sharing new things during this cycle. However, we do whatever we can to make our loved ones feel special. Our memories are long, and we can be very sentimental.

 

While Venus is in Cancer in 2024, it makes the following aspects…

This list excludes the Moon. Major aspect dates are bolded.

 

Jun 17, 2024 8:42 AM Mercury  0 Cancer 20 conjunction  Venus  0 Cancer 20

Jun 18, 2024 10:12 AM Venus  1 Cancer 38 quincunx Pluto  1 Aquarius 38

Jun 21, 2024 4:05 AM Venus quintile Chiron

Jun 22, 2024 5:56 AM Venus  6 Cancer 20 semi-sextile  Jupiter  6 Gemini 20

Jun 25, 2024 3:01 PM Venus 10 Cancer 28 semi-square Uranus 25 Taurus 28

Jun 26, 2024 12:07 PM Venus 11 Cancer 34 square  True Node 11 Aries 34

Jun 29, 2024 12:49 AM Venus 14 Cancer 40 sextile Mars 14 Taurus 40

Jul 2, 2024 9:41 PM Venus 19 Cancer 25 trine Saturn 19 Pisces 25

Jul 6, 2024 2:33 AM Venus 23 Cancer 21 square  Chiron 23 Aries 21

Jul  7, 2024 1:56 AM Venus 24 Cancer 33 semi-square Jupiter  9 Gemini 33

Jul 8, 2024 7:04 AM Venus 26 Cancer 03 sextile Uranus 26 Taurus 03

Jul 11, 2024 10:32 AM Venus 29 Cancer 55 trine Neptune 29 Pisces 55

Mercury enters Cancer

Mercury is in Cancer from June 17th to July 2nd, 2024.

When Mercury is in Cancer, we move from the desire for quantity to the need for quality in terms of the information we are attracted to. We think, speak, and take in information on a deeper, more instinctive level now.

We have less interest in what is universal, and more interest in what affects us personally and what affects the people close to us. Our thoughts are colored by our emotions, making it more challenging to be objective.

While Mercury is in Cancer, we…

• have outstanding and detailed memories
• absorb information about the emotional background or atmosphere/setting
• pick up on moods and tones in addition to facts
• might not have great confidence in our ability to generate new or original ideas
• take great interest in (and notice of) personal issues and interactions
• don’t care much for intellectual stands if they’re devoid of a personal or heartful element
• need intimate settings to fully express ourselves
• have a well-developed sense of humor and warmth in our communications

While Mercury is in Cancer in 2024, it makes the following aspects…

This list excludes the Moon. Major aspect dates are bolded to emphasize their relative importance.

Jun 17, 2024 8:42 AM Mercury  0 Cancer 20 conjunction  Venus  0 Cancer 20

Jun 17, 2024 11:13 PM Mercury  1 Cancer 38 quincunx Pluto  1 Aquarius 38

Jun 19, 2024 12:08 PM Mercury quintile Chiron

Jun 19, 2024 9:40 PM Mercury  5 Cancer 48 semi-sextile  Jupiter  5 Gemini 48

Jun 21, 2024 12:22 PM Mercury  9 Cancer 13 sextile Mars  9 Taurus 13

Jun 22, 2024 1:02 AM Mercury 10 Cancer 18 semi-square Uranus 25 Taurus 18

Jun 22, 2024 9:13 PM Mercury 12 Cancer 02 square  True Node 12 Aries 02

Jun 26, 2024 2:09 PM Mercury 19 Cancer 25 trine Saturn 19 Pisces 25

Jun 28, 2024 7:05 AM Mercury 22 Cancer 40 semi-square Jupiter  7 Gemini 40

Jun 28, 2024 1:58 PM Mercury 23 Cancer 12 square  Chiron 23 Aries 12

Jun 29, 2024 10:19 PM Mercury 25 Cancer 41 sextile Uranus 25 Taurus 41

Jul  1, 2024 10:59 AM Mercury quintile Mars

Jul 2, 2024 7:53 AM Mercury 29 Cancer 56 trine Neptune 29 Pisces 56

 

Sun enters Cancer

Sun is in Cancer from June 20-July 22, 2024. We are self-protective and insular under this influence. Our attention turns to our nest–our families, homes, and anything that makes us feel “at home,” safe, and secure.

Nurturing and caring for our loved ones and pet projects come into focus. Emotions run deep, and we easily tune in to the world of feelings. Note that we are more in tune with the Moon while the Sun is in Cancer.

We may not want to grow up and face responsibilities or the outside world during the Sun-in-Cancer cycle. We should watch for dependence when we’d do better for ourselves otherwise. However, it’s a robust transit for recognizing our needs for comfort, safety, and familiarity. We’re inclined to form strong bonds and protect our loved ones.

 

The Sun’s Aspects while in Cancer in 2024:

[The Sun’s interactions with the Moon aren’t included due to volume.]

Jun 22, 2024 8:00 AM Sun  1 Cancer 34 quincunx Pluto  1 Aquarius 34

Jun 26, 2024 2:09 AM Sun quintile Chiron

Jun 28, 2024 8:54 PM Sun  7 Cancer 47 semi-sextile  Jupiter  7 Gemini 47

Jul  1, 2024 11:58 PM Sun 10 Cancer 46 semi-square Uranus 25 Taurus 46

Jul  2, 2024 2:26 PM Sun 11 Cancer 21 square  True Node 11 Aries 21

Jul 10, 2024 11:04 PM Sun 19 Cancer 19 trine Saturn 19 Pisces 19

Jul 15, 2024 7:44 AM Sun 23 Cancer 29 square  Chiron 23 Aries 29

Jul 18, 2024 10:00 AM Sun 26 Cancer 26 sextile Uranus 26 Taurus 26

Jul 18, 2024 11:54 PM Sun 26 Cancer 59 semi-square Jupiter 11 Gemini 59

Jul 21, 2024 11:25 PM Sun 29 Cancer 49 trine Neptune 29 Pisces 49

Saturn now turns retrograde at 19° Pisces 26’Rx. This retrograde cycle lasts approximately 4.5 months.

Saturn turns retrograde on June 29th, 2024, at 19° Pisces 26′

Saturn will turn direct on November 15th, 2024, at 12° Pisces 42′.

 

While Saturn is retrograde, we are more likely to refine and review our status, reputation, long-term goals, and responsibilities.

Read about Saturn Retrograde here.

Mercury enters Leo

Mercury is in Leo from July 2nd to 25th, 2024. [Due to Mercury’s upcoming retrograde, it will return to Leo from August 14th to September 9th, 2024]

When Mercury is in Leo, our thinking is more confident and grand. The focus is now on the goal–and the grander a goal the better! The details may not be quite as important now. We are more expressive, even theatrical and given to speech-giving and story-telling under this influence.

We are also more convincing and persuasive, as we exude confidence when we speak or write. With this transit, we may not listen as well as we normally do since we’re very focused on our own ideas.

We’re also strong about making decisions ourselves and letting our voices and input be heard. This is not a time when we’re content with letting others make all the moves or decisions–we need to be involved. We take the lead, manage, direct, and create while Mercury is in Leo. We need to relate to information or create stories about it to absorb it well. During this cycle, we should watch for being too inflexible, proud, or haughty to change course.

While Mercury is in Leo in 2024, it forms the following aspects:

This list excludes the Moon. Major aspect dates are bolded.

• Jul 3, 2024 3:27 AM Mercury  1 Leo 20 opposition Pluto  1 Aquarius 20
• Jul  4, 2024 11:38 PM Mercury  4 Leo 24 sesquiquadrate Saturn 19 Pisces 24
• Jul  7, 2024 5:42 AM Mercury quintile Uranus
• Jul 8, 2024 10:26 AM Mercury  9 Leo 50 sextile Jupiter  9 Gemini 50
• Jul 8, 2024 4:46 PM Mercury 10 Leo 14 trine True Node 10 Aries 14
• Jul 10, 2024 7:23 PM Mercury biquintile Saturn
• Jul 11, 2024 10:25 PM Mercury 14 Leo 54 sesquiquadrate Neptune 29 Pisces 54
• Jul 15, 2024 4:56 AM Mercury 19 Leo 14 quincunx Saturn 19 Pisces 14
• Jul 18, 2024 7:57 PM Mercury 23 Leo 30 trine Chiron 23 Aries 30
• Jul 19, 2024 3:32 AM Mercury biquintile Neptune
• Jul 19, 2024 7:50 AM Mercury quintile Jupiter
• Jul 19, 2024 5:25 PM Mercury 24 Leo 28 sesquiquadrate True Node  9 Aries 28
• Jul 21, 2024 6:21 PM Mercury 26 Leo 33 square  Uranus 26 Taurus 33
• Jul 25, 2024 12:00 PM Mercury 29 Leo 47 quincunx Neptune 29 Pisces 47
• Aug 15, 2024 1:18 PM Mercury 29 Leo 26 quincunx Neptune 29 Pisces 26
• Aug 15, 2024 2:16 PM Mercury quintile Mars
• Aug 16, 2024 4:03 AM Mercury quintile Jupiter
• Aug 18, 2024 5:46 AM Mercury 27 Leo 11 square  Uranus 27 Taurus 11
• Aug 18, 2024 9:58 PM Sun 26 Leo 36 conjunction  Mercury 26 Leo 36
• Aug 23, 2024 5:50 AM Mercury biquintile Neptune
• Aug 23, 2024 8:20 AM Mercury 23 Leo 12 trine Chiron 23 Aries 12
• Aug 23, 2024 4:14 PM Mercury 23 Leo 00 semi-sextile  Venus 23 Virgo 00
• Aug 24, 2024 12:31 AM Mercury 22 Leo 48 sextile Mars 22 Gemini 48
• Aug 25, 2024 9:27 AM Mercury 22 Leo 07 sesquiquadrate True Node  7 Aries 07
• Aug 31, 2024 7:13 AM Mercury 21 Leo 52 sesquiquadrate True Node  6 Aries 52
• Sep 2, 2024 9:46 AM Mercury 22 Leo 55 trine Chiron 22 Aries 55
• Sep  2, 2024 12:52 PM Mercury biquintile Neptune
• Sep 7, 2024 12:21 AM Mercury 27 Leo 15 square  Uranus 27 Taurus 15
• Sep  8, 2024 6:52 AM Mercury 28 Leo 51 quincunx Neptune 28 Pisces 51
• Sep  9, 2024 12:54 AM Mercury 29 Leo 53 quincunx Pluto 29 Capricorn 53

Venus enters Leo

Venus is in Leo from July 11-August 4, 2024.

Love is magnificent and grand while Venus is in Leo. We take pride in love, and we are generous with our money as well. This is a warmhearted, teasing, expressive, proud, and extravagant placement for Venus. Love is a bit of a game–a game that is perpetual, as Venus in Leo is forever stuck in the romance stage of a relationship. We feed on attention, acknowledgement, validation, and adoration.

Venus in Leo loves to be adored, pampered, and admired. Pride and passion are hallmarks of this cycle. We have a strong ego investment in our love lives during this period. The negative expression of this placement is overstating our feelings simply for the effect, as well as extravagance.

 

The Venus-in-Leo cycle can be a good or profitable time for contests, lotteries, parties, recreation, drama, adornment, jewelry, costumes, art dealing, and all things golden. Generosity and warmth contribute to our ability to draw in the right resources. We can have a strong desire to stand out and feel special during this period.

Aspects Venus makes while in Leo in 2024

This list excludes the Moon. The major aspect dates are in bold.

• Jul 12, 2024 10:12 AM Venus  1 Leo 07 opposition Pluto  1 Aquarius 07
• Jul 14, 2024 11:00 PM Venus  4 Leo 14 sesquiquadrate Saturn 19 Pisces 14
• Jul 18, 2024 8:59 AM Venus quintile Uranus
• Jul 19, 2024 6:56 AM Venus  9 Leo 33 trine True Node  9 Aries 33
• Jul 21, 2024 4:43 PM Venus 12 Leo 31 sextile Jupiter 12 Gemini 31
• Jul 22, 2024 12:44 AM Venus quintile Mars
• Jul 22, 2024 2:32 AM Venus biquintile Saturn
• Jul 23, 2024 1:37 PM Venus 14 Leo 49 sesquiquadrate Neptune 29 Pisces 49
• Jul 26, 2024 8:07 PM Venus 18 Leo 49 quincunx Saturn 18 Pisces 49
• Jul 30, 2024 3:54 PM Venus 23 Leo 32 trine Chiron 23 Aries 32
• Jul 30, 2024 6:59 PM Venus 23 Leo 41 sesquiquadrate True Node  8 Aries 41
• Jul 30, 2024 7:38 PM Venus biquintile Neptune
• Aug  2, 2024 4:47 AM Venus quintile Jupiter
• Aug 2, 2024 9:26 AM Venus 26 Leo 53 square  Uranus 26 Taurus 53
• Aug  4, 2024 3:23 PM Venus 29 Leo 38 quincunx Neptune 29 Pisces 38

 

Mars enters Gemini

Mars is in Gemini from July 20th to September 4th, 2024.

In Gemini, Mars is versatile and flexible but not especially determined or focused. We should watch for becoming so scattered that we’re ineffective. However, it’s an excellent period for diversifying our interests and understanding the power of our communications.

It’s an excellent time for strategizing and devising useful tactics to achieve our desires and goals. We’re resourceful and clever, and we know how to use words effectively.

Perhaps most notable during this period is our tactical skills. We know how to maneuver things to get our way. We use words to charm and express anger. We’re very talkative, and animatedly so, when passionate and enthusiastic about a topic.

Fun fact: The last time Mars was in Gemini, it stayed for a long time due to a retrograde cycle.

 

Sun enters Leo

The Sun is in Leo from July 22-August 22, 2024. In Leo, the Sun is proud, outgoing, and playful. The Leo Sun is intensely individual—not content with simply being just one of the team. It’s time to shine, add a touch of color and drama to our lives, and perform.

We’re blossoming–it’s a time when we want to enjoy ourselves and express ourselves. We are more generous and grand in our gestures and attitudes. On the shadow side, we can also be self-centered and vain.

While the Sun is in Leo, we take the high road, and we’re very often motivated by the idea of gaining respect and affection. We more naturally express our joy, humor, and warmth during the Sun-in-Leo cycle. We also tend to take the lead or become the center of attention and activity.

Aspects the Sun makes while in Leo in 2024

This list excludes the Moon. Major aspect dates are in bold.

• Jul 23, 2024 1:37 AM Sun  0 Leo 52 opposition Pluto  0 Aquarius 52
• Jul 25, 2024 10:32 PM Sun  3 Leo 37 sextile Mars  3 Gemini 37
• Jul 26, 2024 4:40 AM Sun  3 Leo 51 sesquiquadrate Saturn 18 Pisces 51
• Jul 31, 2024 4:48 AM Sun  8 Leo 38 trine True Node  8 Aries 38
• Jul 31, 2024 9:33 AM Sun quintile Uranus
• Aug  4, 2024 3:41 AM Sun biquintile Saturn
• Aug  6, 2024 10:26 AM Sun 14 Leo 37 sesquiquadrate Neptune 29 Pisces 37
• Aug 7, 2024 9:36 AM Sun 15 Leo 32 sextile Jupiter 15 Gemini 32
• Aug 10, 2024 1:26 AM Sun 18 Leo 05 quincunx Saturn 18 Pisces 05
• Aug 14, 2024 7:03 PM Sun 22 Leo 38 sesquiquadrate True Node  7 Aries 38
• Aug 15, 2024 1:12 PM Sun 23 Leo 22 trine Chiron 23 Aries 22
• Aug 15, 2024 3:06 PM Sun biquintile Neptune
• Aug 18, 2024 9:58 PM Sun 26 Leo 36 conjunction  Mercury 26 Leo 36
• Aug 19, 2024 12:45 PM Sun 27 Leo 11 square  Uranus 27 Taurus 11
• Aug 21, 2024 5:29 PM Sun 29 Leo 18 quincunx Neptune 29 Pisces 18
• Aug 22, 2024 6:13 AM Sun quintile Jupiter

 

Mercury enters Virgo

Mercury is in Virgo from July 25-August 14th and September 9-26, 2024. [In two sets and extended due to an upcoming Mercury retrograde cycle]

When Mercury is in Virgo, precision in speech, thought, and process are more important to us. This is a time when we analyze and decide what is useful and what we deem to be impractical.

Mercury feels right at home in Virgo, one of the signs that it rules (Mercury rules both Gemini and Virgo). Dealing with details is natural and easy now. We need to be careful that we don’t lose perspective if we find ourselves lost in details, however.

While Mercury is in Virgo, we should also be aware of the possibility of expressing ourselves in a too factual manner, so much so that we come across as dry, critical, or unimaginative.

We gravitate to useful information, and we can enjoy helping others with our knowledge. It’s a time for analyzing and dissecting, but we need other influences to put the pieces together or to see the bigger picture as our confidence in so doing is not strong at this time. It’s a time of conservative thinking and a strong tendency to want facts and certainties.

While Mercury is in Virgo in 2024, it forms the following aspects:

This list excludes the Moon. Major aspect dates are in bold.

• Jul 26, 2024 8:49 PM Mercury  0 Virgo 47 quincunx Pluto  0 Aquarius 47
• Jul 30, 2024 6:13 AM Mercury biquintile True Node
• Aug 7, 2024 11:12 PM Mercury Rx  3 Virgo 44 conjunction  Venus  3 Virgo 44 – We’re inclined to analyze feelings or relationships, particularly past ones. We tend to chat, socialize, and flatter when Mercury and Venus meet, and with Mercury retrograde, we look back and clarify feelings or connections and intellectualize emotions and affections. This is a cooperative influence that stimulates our desire for harmony and balance, and as a result, we may not dig too deeply. Mentally, we’re not as disciplined as usual, preferring to chat with others and think about pleasant things. It’s a friendly time, but it’s also a time for looking back at old issues in a new, although possibly glossed-over, way. Whether or not glossing over is helpful is the question — some things belong in the past. Indeed, our ideas feel new and exciting, even if we are recycling old perspectives.
• Aug 12, 2024 10:33 AM Mercury Rx biquintile True Node
• Aug 14, 2024 9:03 AM Mercury Rx  0 Virgo 22 quincunx Pluto  0 Aquarius 22

Second part of the Mercury in Virgo transit:

• Sep  9, 2024 3:15 PM Mercury biquintile True Node
• Sep 10, 2024 11:50 AM Mercury quintile Jupiter
• Sep 11, 2024 11:42 PM Mercury  4 Virgo 22 sextile Mars  4 Cancer 22 – We’re working well, quickly, and with resourcefulness. We’re strong-minded and mentally busy, forthright, forthcoming, and direct. Needing intellectual stimulation, we’re ready to debate but also enjoy discussions. It can be a time of wheeling and dealing, mechanical work, manual dexterity, and reporting.
• Sep 13, 2024 9:49 AM Mercury  6 Virgo 44 quincunx True Node  6 Aries 44
• Sep 13, 2024 9:14 PM Mercury  7 Virgo 32 sesquiquadrate Chiron 22 Aries 32
• Sep 17, 2024 10:34 PM Mercury 14 Virgo 47 sesquiquadrate Pluto 29 Capricorn 47
• Sep 18, 2024 4:50 AM Mercury 15 Virgo 15 opposition Saturn 15 Pisces 15 – We may communicate harshly, sparingly, or reluctantly. It can be difficult to trust our instincts, and we second-guess things automatically. Doubts might slow down our movements and initiatives.
• Sep 18, 2024 7:01 PM Mercury biquintile Chiron
• Sep 21, 2024 4:49 AM Mercury 20 Virgo 49 square Jupiter 20 Gemini 49 – A time of optimism but some overestimation and frivolity. We may have difficulty realizing plans or might suffer from imprecision or sloppiness mentally and with details. We may be communicating too much or too soon, or our minds are racing ahead. We should watch for investing too much in what’s to come or what’s possible, overlooking current opportunities in the process.
• Sep 21, 2024 8:00 PM Mercury quintile Mars
• Sep 21, 2024 10:59 PM Mercury 22 Virgo 13 quincunx Chiron 22 Aries 13
• Sep 24, 2024 1:27 PM Mercury 27 Virgo 02 trine Uranus 27 Taurus 02
• Sep 25, 2024 7:06 AM Mercury 28 Virgo 24 opposition Neptune 28 Pisces 24
• Sep 26, 2024 12:14 AM Mercury 29 Virgo 42 trine Pluto 29 Capricorn 42

Note that Mercury is retrograde (marked with Rx) from August 5th to 28th, retreating into the sign of Leo on August 14th and returning to Virgo on September 9th.

Venus enters Virgo

Venus is in Virgo from August 4-29, 2024.

This is a time when we express our love through practical means and gestures–running errands, doing detail work, or just being there for our lovers. Love needs to make sense and have a purpose with Venus in Virgo.

Virgo is an Earth sign, which is sensual, but Virgo is also quite practical and mental. In addition to our romantic natures, what we purchase and the types of entertainment we enjoy during this cycle are ruled by whether or not they make sense and serve a practical purpose.

We could easily feel guilty if we are too self-indulgent at this time. Rendering services to others can fill a need, and can be an expression of love. The shadow side of this position is being overly critical of our partners or relationships, picky, nervous, or worried.

 

During the Venus-in-Virgo cycle, we can gravitate to, and find some benefits in, holistic healing, acupuncture, yoga, and nutritional boosts. We’re keenly interested in ways to enrich our lives and boost our well-being. “Health is wealth” could be a motto now. In fact, we might enjoy health-boosting activities more than usual. Businesses promoting nutrition, wholesomeness, and well-being might prosper at this time. Commitment and attention to detail are also more prominently considered virtues now.

In love, we’re not very showy, flowery, or demonstrative. Instead, we show our love through being of service.

We’re conservative with money, pleasure, and romance at this time, ready to analyze and dissect these matters. This can also be a time when helping others, particularly with good advice regarding these Venus-ruled things, can be prominent and successful. We might meet friends or lovers through our work or health-pursuits. We can take a special interest in handiwork, crafts, lists/sorting, and bookkeeping.

The Aspects Venus Makes While in Virgo in 2024

Excludes the Moon. Major aspect dates are in bold.

• Aug  5, 2024 9:17 AM Venus  0 Virgo 34 quincunx Pluto  0 Aquarius 34
• Aug  6, 2024 8:39 AM Venus biquintile True Node
• Aug 7, 2024 11:12 PM Mercury  3 Virgo 44 conjunction  Venus  3 Virgo 44
• Aug 10, 2024 4:26 AM Venus biquintile Pluto
• Aug 11, 2024 4:42 AM Venus  7 Virgo 42 quincunx True Node  7 Aries 42
• Aug 11, 2024 6:55 PM Venus  8 Virgo 25 sesquiquadrate Chiron 23 Aries 25
• Aug 17, 2024 9:24 AM Venus 15 Virgo 18 sesquiquadrate Pluto  0 Aquarius 18
• Aug 19, 2024 12:32 AM Venus biquintile Chiron
• Aug 19, 2024 1:53 AM Venus 17 Virgo 22 square  Jupiter 17 Gemini 22
• Aug 19, 2024 4:29 AM Venus 17 Virgo 30 opposition Saturn 17 Pisces 30
• Aug 22, 2024 11:20 PM Venus 22 Virgo 08 square  Mars 22 Gemini 08
• Aug 23, 2024 4:14 PM Mercury 23 Leo 00 semi-sextile  Venus 23 Virgo 00
• Aug 23, 2024 7:56 PM Venus 23 Virgo 11 quincunx Chiron 23 Aries 11
• Aug 27, 2024 3:23 AM Venus 27 Virgo 15 trine Uranus 27 Taurus 15
• Aug 28, 2024 4:24 PM Venus 29 Virgo 08 opposition Neptune 29 Pisces 08

Mercury now turns retrograde at 4° Virgo 07′.

Mercury is retrograde from August 5th, at 4° Virgo 07′, until August 28th, at 21° Leo 24′.

Mercury Retrograde Cycle from August 5 to 28, 2024:

 

• On July 16, 2024, Mercury enters the Retrograde Zone (pre-retrograde shadow) at 21° Leo 25′
• On August 5, 2024, Mercury stations and turns retrograde at 4° Virgo 06’Rx
• On August 28, 2024, Mercury stations and turns direct at 21° Leo 25’D
• On September 11, 2024, Mercury leaves the Retrograde Zone (post-retrograde zone) at 4° Virgo 06′

Note that the shadow period begins before Mercury turns retrograde–when Mercury first passes over the degree that Mercury later returns to in retrograde motion. The shadow period ends when Mercury again passes over the degree at which it first turned retrograde. The shadow period is different than Mercury’s storm period in astrology, which refers to the period when Mercury is moving especially slowly.

Note that Mercury’s post-retrograde shadow is generally better for new long-term endeavors than the pre-retrograde shadow. For new enterprises in the pre-retrograde shadow, the venture’s secondary progressed Mercury will change direction (retrograde) in the coming years which may not be ideal.

Also note that things are most wonky on the days of the stations whether Mercury is turning retrograde OR direct (the start and end date of the retrograde cycle) as the shifts occur, after which we grow more accustomed to the energy.

Mercury is retrograde approximately three times a year for around three weeks each time. As such, retrograde Mercury is a fairly common occurrence (Mercury is retrograde approximately 18% of the time).

As the planet of communication, Mercury retrograde tends to breed a certain level of confusion. Mercury rules our “lower” mind–how we perceive and interpret information that we receive from our environment, and how we relay that information to others. Mercury has rulership over such things as speaking, negotiating, buying and selling, listening, formal contracts, documents, travel, the mail and shipping, and so forth. All of these areas of life are affected when Mercury is functioning in a sluggish state. Decision-making is challenged during Mercury retrograde.

Needless to say, it is not advised to sign contracts, engage in important decision-making, or launch a new business. Delays and challenges are more probable with Mercury retrograde. It’s a time when being careless with money, our personal information, or paperwork can be costly.

While Mercury is retrograde, we may be rethinking a previous opinion or idea. Looking to the signs and houses it transits can give clues as to what we may be reconsidering.

There is absolutely a positive side to Mercury Retrograde. This period is best used for re-organizing and reflecting. We look at the world a little differently–through different filters–and can come up with some very important inner revelations. It may be difficult to communicate them under this influence, but not everything needs to be rationalized.

Mercury retrograde periods can be times of heightened inner awareness, when meditation, benefiting from keeping a journal, reworking old plans, and reviewing past work are favored. Mercury retrograde is powerful for studies, particularly for returning to old studies or for re-learning or refreshing knowledge in a subject already taken.

Minor breaks in the mechanical aspects of communication can actually reconnect us to other means of communication, such as when there is an unexpected power outage and we’re forced off the computer and television, finding different and often satisfying ways to entertain ourselves.

It is important to note that there is absolutely no reason to suspend projects or anything of the sort during the Mercury Retrograde cycle. It’s not an ideal time to start new ones or to sign contracts, simply because a change of mind is quite likely once Mercury turns direct. However, it’s a fabulous time to do some “outside of the box” thinking. Acting on our ideas, however, might be best left for a Mercury Direct period.

Pay close attention to what you say and communicate in general, particularly around the days of Mercury’s stations (in this case, August 5th and 28th), as well as around retrograde Mercury’s conjunction to the Sun (called the “inferior conjunction“) on August 18th.

If you are itching to make a point with someone, especially, or if you are planning on “signing on the dotted line,” try to hold off. It is likely that you will have a change of mind once the station passes, and you can do some damage in the meantime.

When a planet stations, its energies are very strong in our lives. When Mercury stations, communications have more impact, so that negative ones could have long-term implications at this time. However, if you are very clear within yourself and about what you are communicating, this can be a positive thing.

With Mercury Retrograde in Virgo:

We might look at past decisions and ideas from a new, possibly enlightened perspective, although we may be especially analytical and critical, perhaps to excess while Mercury is retrograde in Virgo. We may be returning to past projects and refining or tweaking them. We could feel stuck in the past if we continually redo and don’t feel satisfied with the results, however. We can find usefulness in old or past ideas and recycling them in new ways.

This is a good time for reviewing recent work, as long as we don’t get caught in a loop of perfectionism. We might discover new ways of doing work that has become routine, or we might consider renewing old self-care, health, or fitness programs. Plans may be considered then reconsidered. We are in a good position to reevaluate our routines and habits, and we might give more thought to the meaning of our work or services.

With Mercury Retrograde in Leo:

This is a time for reconsidering an initiative or venture. It’s strong for returning to an old project or pursuit.

It can be a period for returning to old hobbies or forms of recreation with a renewed perspective. We may be thinking about past accomplishments, loves, and creations more frequently, seeing them a little differently now. Past ideas and perceptions of lovers, children, and creative pursuits can emerge and change. Mercury in Leo likes to be on top of things, and this can be a time when a lot of little things can go wrong, however, so it can be frustrating at times.

We may be returning to past projects and refining or tweaking them. We can find usefulness in old or past ideas and recycle them in new ways. We might consider renewing past ventures where we may have had false starts, but this should be done in a new way for things to work this time around. With Mercury in Leo, we prefer to learn from our own experience rather than instruction, and not listening during this Mercury retrograde period can be especially costly.

Retrograde Mercury aligns with the Sun in Leo mid-retrograde — on August 18th, 2023 — bringing illumination to our thoughts. This inferior conjunction presents a favorable time for processing recent events and ideas, and for beginning to look at problems or issues from a new perspective and with a new understanding. What we say or write now has an impact, for better or for worse! Significant new ideas can be birthed at this time.

The Sun enters Virgo

Sun is in Virgo from August 22-September 22, 2024.

Our focus shifts to the pieces of the puzzle–the little details of our lives. It is now time to take care of practical concerns. Attending to the details of everyday life may not sound like loads of fun, but it can certainly free us from unnecessary stress that results from “collecting” odds and ends of unfinished business.

This is an ideal time to get organized, to do detail work, and to improve communications on the job. We take more pride in our work, chores, and health efforts. We also want to be more organized and informed during the Sun-in-Virgo cycle.

We’re learning humility and the benefits of developing skills, some level of perfectionism, and the importance of attention to detail. It’s a time of down-to-earth practicality, when we prefer to invest our time and energy in things with realistic potential. We’re not inclined to ambition or going big. Attracting prosperity involves honest, careful, and attentive work and dedication.

Aspects the Sun makes while in Virgo in 2024

This list excludes the Moon. Major aspect dates are in bold.

• Aug 22, 2024 3:34 PM Sun  0 Virgo 11 quincunx Pluto  0 Aquarius 11
• Aug 23, 2024 1:58 PM Sun biquintile True Node
• Aug 28, 2024 5:57 PM Sun biquintile Pluto
• Aug 29, 2024 4:52 PM Sun  6 Virgo 59 quincunx True Node  6 Aries 59
• Aug 30, 2024 5:58 PM Sun  8 Virgo 01 sesquiquadrate Chiron 23 Aries 01
• Sep  2, 2024 1:22 PM Sun quintile Mars
• Sep  6, 2024 9:11 PM Sun 14 Virgo 55 sesquiquadrate Pluto 29 Capricorn 55
• Sep 8, 2024 12:35 AM Sun 16 Virgo 01 opposition Saturn 16 Pisces 01
• Sep  8, 2024 5:40 PM Sun biquintile Chiron
• Sep 12, 2024 6:53 AM Sun 20 Virgo 11 square  Jupiter 20 Gemini 11
• Sep 14, 2024 4:22 PM Sun 22 Virgo 30 quincunx Chiron 22 Aries 30
• Sep 19, 2024 10:04 AM Sun 27 Virgo 07 trine Uranus 27 Taurus 07
• Sep 20, 2024 8:17 PM Sun 28 Virgo 31 opposition Neptune 28 Pisces 31
• Sep 22, 2024 2:11 AM Sun 29 Virgo 44 trine Pluto 29 Capricorn 44

 

Mercury now turns direct at 21° Leo 24′.

Mercury was retrograde from August 5th, at 4° Virgo 07′, until now, August 28th, at 21° Leo 24′.

Mercury Retrograde Cycle from August 5 to 28, 2024:

• On July 16, 2024, Mercury enters the Retrograde Zone (pre-retrograde shadow) at 21° Leo 25′
• On August 5, 2024, Mercury stations and turns retrograde at 4° Virgo 06’Rx
• On August 28, 2024, Mercury stations and turns direct at 21° Leo 25’D
• On September 11, 2024, Mercury leaves the Retrograde Zone (post-retrograde zone) at 4° Virgo 06′

Note that the shadow period began before Mercury turned retrograde–when Mercury first passed over the degree that Mercury later returns to in retrograde motion. The shadow period ends when Mercury again passes over the degree at which it first turned retrograde. The shadow period is different than Mercury’s storm period in astrology, which refers to the period when Mercury is moving especially slowly.

Note that Mercury’s post-retrograde shadow is generally better for new long-term endeavors than the pre-retrograde shadow. For new enterprises in the pre-retrograde shadow, the venture’s secondary progressed Mercury will turn direction (retrograde) in the coming years which may not be ideal.

Things can be most wonky on the days of the stations whether Mercury is turning retrograde OR direct (the start and end date of the retrograde cycle) as the shifts occur, after which we grow more accustomed to the energy.

Mercury is retrograde approximately three times a year for approximately three weeks each time. As such, retrograde Mercury is a fairly common occurrence (Mercury is retrograde approximately 18% of the time).

Pay close attention to what you say and communicate in general, particularly around the days of Mercury’s stations (in this case, August 5th and 28th), as well as around retrograde Mercury’s conjunction to the Sun (called the “inferior conjunction“) on August 18th (midway between the start and end of the retro period).

Especially if you are itching to make a point with someone, or if you are planning on “signing on the dotted line,” try to hold off. It is likely that you will have a change of mind once the station passes, and you can do some damage in the meantime. When a planet stations, its energies are very strong in our lives.

When Mercury stations, communications have more impact, so that negative ones could have long-term implications at this time. However, if you are very clear within yourself and about what you are communicating, this can be a positive thing.

Now that Mercury is direct after several weeks of retrograde motion, recent problems with communications and decision-making should start to improve in the days and weeks ahead. The answers we’ve been waiting for can arrive. Plans or projects that have stalled might now resume. Ease back in–it’s best not to rush conversations and observations.

Mercury’s post-retrograde shadow lasts until September 11th, 2024.

Venus enters Libra

Venus is in Libra from August 29 to September 22, 2024.

We favor employing charm over assertiveness to get what we want during this cycle. Usually quite willing to negotiate and compromise, we can be very obliging with others. We’re also very idealistic about love, and we seek intellectual peers.

Although Venus in Libra is very relationship-focused, there is an air of cool detachment to this energy. We prefer things are done the “right” way, and aggressive or uncouth behavior turns us off.

The shadow expression of this position includes over-dependence and superficiality. To avoid unpleasant situations, we could easily gloss over deeper issues at play in our relationships. It’s probably best to avoid the trap of acquiescing to partners while privately resenting the fact or thinking ourselves martyrs for doing so.

While Venus is in Libra, we are more artistically inclined or seek balance in our personal environment. This cycle is excellent for promoting cooperation, harmony, mutually beneficial connections, and fairness. We are gentle but firm, and we’re skilled at mediation.

We’re more likely to prosper during this cycle in partnership, through one-to-one associations, such as counseling, or in fields related to harmony, relationships, beauty, design, and the law. We’re not fond of out-and-out competition or aggressive pursuit, preferring win-win situations hands down. We attract things to us and appeal to others gently and kindly. Equality and politeness are important now, and we despise hurting others’ feelings.

 

Aspects Venus makes while in Libra in 2024:

Excludes the Moon. Major aspects are indicated by bold dates.

• Aug 29, 2024 10:32 AM Venus  0 Libra 03 trine Pluto  0 Aquarius 03
• Sep 3, 2024 7:59 PM Venus  6 Libra 40 opposition True Node  6 Aries 40
• Sep  8, 2024 9:20 AM Venus 12 Libra 15 sesquiquadrate Uranus 27 Taurus 15
• Sep 11, 2024 6:51 AM Venus 15 Libra 47 quincunx Saturn 15 Pisces 47
• Sep 15, 2024 1:34 AM Venus 20 Libra 24 trine Jupiter 20 Gemini 24
• Sep 15, 2024 4:52 PM Venus biquintile Uranus
• Sep 15, 2024 9:52 PM Venus biquintile Saturn
• Sep 16, 2024 5:29 PM Venus 22 Libra 26 opposition Chiron 22 Aries 26
• Sep 20, 2024 1:36 PM Venus 27 Libra 07 quincunx Uranus 27 Taurus 07
• Sep 21, 2024 4:53 PM Venus 28 Libra 30 quincunx Neptune 28 Pisces 30
• Sep 22, 2024 5:15 PM Venus 29 Libra 44 square  Pluto 29 Capricorn 44
• Sep 22, 2024 8:52 PM Venus 29 Libra 55 sesquiquadrate Saturn 14 Pisces 55