A Time for Love and Wealth Reflection
On March 2, Venus turned retrograde and will remain in this phase until April 7. Until March 27, it will retrograde through Aries, then shift into Pisces. Most people are already familiar with Mercury retrograde, knowing it’s best to avoid major agreements, contracts, or launching new projects. Some are also aware of Mars retrograde. But what does a Venus retrograde actually mean?
What Happens During Venus Retrograde?
Like Mars, Venus goes retrograde every two years, but for a shorter duration—about a month. The planet doesn’t actually move backward; rather, it slows down in its orbit compared to Earth. In astrology, this signals a pause in forward momentum, prompting a review of past matters. Doubts may arise—about love, self-worth, or financial security.
Venus rules few fundamental areas of life: love, wealth and beauty. So, during its retrograde, these themes come under review.
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Impact on Love and Relationships
Feelings of loneliness, dissatisfaction in relationships, and deep questioning may emerge. You might find yourself asking:
Am I with the right person?
Do I truly love them? Do they love me?
Are my relationships meaningful?
The positive side – This is a time for self-reflection. Love is not about external validation but an inner state of being. Retrograde Venus redirects your focus inward, urging you to cultivate self-sufficiency in love.
The past may resurface – old lovers, unresolved emotions, or past relationship dynamics could return, either literally or in your thoughts.
The downside – Increased emotional distance, misunderstandings, or even a sense of isolation can arise. Forming new relationships may feel difficult, as connections don’t develop as smoothly.
Key Lesson: Love exists within you, independent of others. This phase teaches that love is not just about a specific person—it’s a state of being.
Impact on Finances
This period brings an evaluation of wealth.
Questions arise: Do I manage my finances wisely? Am I satisfied with my income? Is my spending aligned with my financial goals?
Venus retrograde can temporarily slow income, create financial delays, or reveal losses—but these are signals to reassess your financial approach.
It’s time to reflect on:
- Your relationship with money.
- How you earn and spend.
- Whether your financial sources are stable and fulfilling.
What to Avoid During Venus Retrograde
- Marriage & Engagements – One or both partners may later feel uncertain or reconsider their decision.
- New Romantic Relationships or Major Relationship Decisions – This is a time for review, not commitment.
- Big Purchases, Investments & Financial Agreements – You may later regret these decisions.
- Drastic Beauty Changes – Avoid major cosmetic procedures, aesthetic surgeries, image transformations, or bold style experiments (like a wardrobe overhaul). There’s a higher chance of disappointment afterward.
Of course, exceptions always exist, but being aware of these tendencies can help you navigate this period wisely.
What Does a Natal Retrograde Venus Mean?
If you were born with Venus retrograde in your birth chart, it often indicates:
Delayed romantic development – Relationships, intimacy, or self-discovery in love might unfold later in life.
A deep inner journey in relationships – There may be an initial hesitation in trusting love, as well as a subconscious belief that love (or wealth) must be “earned” rather than freely received.
A unique aesthetic sense – People with retrograde Venus often have a distinct artistic taste or an unconventional approach to beauty.
The karmic lesson? Learning that love is independent of external validation. This placement pushes one to seek inner fulfillment before looking outward.
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The Purpose of Venus Retrograde
Venus retrograde is not a curse—it’s a necessary phase of introspection. It asks us to pause, reevaluate our relationships, love, and sources of abundance. It’s a time to look inward and discover that everything we seek externally is first found within ourselves.