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Venus Rules!
Venus is the planetary ruler of Libra and Taurus. These signs show two different but parallel sides of Venus – love, beauty, harmony and balance (Libra), and sensuality, pleasure, abundance and what we have (Taurus).
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The Bitch Is Back!
Venus is the planet of peace, love, harmoney, pleasure. But when she goes retrograde, a more contrary side emerges through discontent, discord, imbalance. Venus retrograde hits the reset button, asking us to adjust relationships, material needs and equilibrium.
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Indulge Thyself!
Mythologically the planet Venus is related to the Roman Goddess Venus and the Greek Aphrodite, both of which are known for their beauty, love and grace. Yet ironically, the Goddess of Love was born of violence.
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How Long Do Transits Last?
How long is a New Moon, Full Moon or Eclipse active? When are planetary stations in effect? Are all planets and aspects active for the same amount of time? Learn how long transits are typically in effect.
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The Winding Path of the Retrograde Cycle
When a planet goes retrograde or direct, it seems to stop moving and is "stationary." For weeks or months, before and after a planet's retrograde period, it is "in the (retrograde) Shadow." This 3-fold sequence defines the retrograde cycle.
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Backwards in High Heels
Just what does retrograde mean anyway? A retrograde planet appears to go backwards in the sky, but is it really doing that? And what does it mean astrologically? Is it good or bad? Actually, it's more like a dance...
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Alright... Who Stole My Brain??
Mercury is famous for his retrograde cycles when things get decidedly weird! Missed appointments, wrong numbers, computer glitches... Find out what's really happening when Mercury does his "Retrograde Rumba."
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Transforming the Brave Heart
Mars goes retrograde about every two years, making it a fairly rare event. During this time, our approach to conflict, hostility, anger, assertiveness and taking action often requires rethinking, regrouping and reintegrating.
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