After swimming through the mystical depths of dreamy Pisces (a zodiac sign where the planet exalts and thrives), Venus made its official debut in Aries at midnight on April 5, 2024. In Pisces, Venus taught us the art of unconditional love, empathy, and spiritual union. We learned to embrace our dreams and surrender to the flow of our emotions. But, as you can probably imagine, Venus’ shift into Aries is quite different.
Governed by hot-headed Mars (the planet of war, assertion, passion, energy, and combat), the essence of Aries can resemble a blazing fire igniting our passions and sparking new beginnings. While transiting this fire sign, Venus encourages us to assert ourselves, pursue our desires boldly, and take decisive action when it comes to matters of the heart. It's a time for assertiveness, independence, and the fearless pursuit of what we want in love and relationships.
In astrology, Venus is associated not only with romance but also with one's perception of pleasure and abundance. Where Venus was prone to partaking in compassionate and soul-to-soul exchanges and investments in Pisces, the goddess' journey through Aries shifts the focus towards more self-assured and independent pursuits. What sets your soul on fire? What kind of love story inspires you? (This is especially true with the North Node here, too!)
From a romantic standpoint, Venus' journey through this cardinal fire sign signals a period of passionate and dynamic love affairs—it's literally no holds barred. In addition to inspiring us to take the lead in our romantic connections, this fiery transit encourages us to express our desires openly and pursue our passions with confidence. Your self-confidence is magnetic, and Venus in Aries reminds you of the exhilarating thrill that comes with chasing after what you desire most.
As if the upcoming total solar eclipse in Aries (on April 8) wasn’t enough to start a fire in our one-on-one relationships, the influence of Venus, Chiron, and Mercury retrograde in Aries continues to fuel the burning flames, making this a particularly transformative and healing time in our personal lives. Whether it be your self-confidence or relationship dynamics, eclipse season will be a key player in your new beginning.
On April 6, after Venus’ official ingress into Aries, the love planet will meet powerhouse Pluto in an inspiring sextile. This brings depth, passion, and intensity to everything, from your sense of belonging in the world to your desire to take a stand and make a difference within your community. If you're contemplating the unconventionality of a union, this can also present you with the opportunity to reconnect with your desires, whether personally or professionally.
Lady Venus will eventually join forces with Mercury retrograde on April 19, encouraging introspection as new-found revelations are bound to occur in the realm of dating and romance. However, expressing thoughts and feelings may require extra effort, as the risk of messages being misconstrued/miscommunicated is heightened. So, if you find yourself contemplating your role within a romantic connection, take this time to gain clarity around what you truly value and desire.
As always, leave it to Mercury retrograde to bring the past back around for a romantic sequel, but it's never too late to get the closure you seek. Take the lead!