Hello earthlings, the most scandalous transit of 2023 is happening very soon! Venus Retrograde will be happening in the sign of Leo on July 22 until September 3. Here’s some things I want you to know before it happens.
VENUS ~*THE PLANET*~ FAST FACTS: rules over areas of life that include relationships/how we relate to others, what we hold important/what’s in our value systems, finances, what we are interested in investing in, and general pleasure and recreation. And love things too, ofc.
LEO ~*THE SIGN*~ FAST FACTS: symbolized by the Lion, ruled by the Sun, element is Fire, modality is Fixed. Leo energy can often express itself as very heart centric, vivacious, and often dramatic. Leo lessons can include those of standing up for yourself, investing in your passions, and feeling free to express your vision, often through artistic expression.
During this time when Venus is retrograde, we may be feeling more introspective. It’s a time to take inventory. When I think of the energy of Venus in Leo, during peak summer travel season I might note, it makes me think of say getting to Mt. Rushmore and going “oh it’s small” or arriving in Sicily and being like “it’s crowded, did all these people watch White Lotus S2 like me lol”
Leo likes good, special shit. Leo has quite the high caliber when it comes to taste and leisure (I say with love) so with this astro weather my recommendation is opting for easy, quiet luxury, and whatever isn’t too much of an ordeal. Take care of yourself. Save the song and dance for when Venus is direct again.
SPECIAL DATES NOTE: We’ll also have a Mercury Retrograde in the sign of Virgo during this Venus Retrograde sesh. Mercury Retrograde will be from August 23 thru September 15. We’ll go over that closer to the date, but wanted to flag for those who are future planning. :)
Astrology in very simple relational terms is a noticing of patterns and cycles on a planetary level. There’s some transits that we see all the time, and some that only come once ever hundred or so years. From the personal to societal, astrology helps us bring awareness to what frequency we’re all more or less connected into, in that given moment. This is why I love Venus Retrogrades.
Venus Retrogrades happen every 18 months. The last time we had Venus Retrograde in the sign of Leo however was summer 2015, July 31-September 6, 2015 to be exact.
Maybe its cuz I’m a very Venusian person, with my Sun in Taurus and Venus *sign ruler alert* in Taurus, but there’s something about Venus Retrograde that always comes at the right time for when I’m craving life maintenance.
Every 1.75 years does feel like a right amount of time to pop in with some questions: do I like this? Is this providing me enough? Do I want more? Do I care about this? Does this excite me? Is this partnership filling up my cup or acting as a constant drain? Venus questions.
The sign Venus is in during the Retrograde cycle may clue us in to what realms of life this could apply to. Last Venus Retrograde was December 19, 2021 to January 29, 2022 in the sign of Capricorn. Notice anything Capricorny at that time? Any goals set? Job leveling up? Stepping away from responsibility?
Each sign provides a new lesson plan. This is where Leo enters the chat. Leo might add a flavor of this to Venus related reflections:
Is this me?
Is this fun?
Where’s the passion?
What’s inspiring?
How do I feel being alone?
Of course, classic things you hear about during Venus Retrograde is to being warned of break ups and bad boob jobs. Venus Retrogrades have the reputation for shaking up love lives (don’t be surprised if an ex pops in out of nowhere) and blurring your vision when it comes to experimenting with new aesthetics *maintenance / non drastic procedures is fine*
Look, we have to live through astrology, but if it's possible to move around the dates for anything new in terms of romance, finance, and vanity during Venus Retrograde, I mean…I WOULD.* ;)
*reminder this newsletter is for entertainment purposes only, live your life, i am not a doctor, just a d*mb bitch who looks at the stars!
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WHAT’S UP WITH THE SKY RN
Speaking of…this upcoming week is POPPING OFF before we lead up to this Venus Retrograde. A little calendar run down:
7/10: Mars moves into Virgo, which may have us taking the more sustainable approach.
7/11: Mercury moves into Leo, encouraging us to speak UP!
7/17: GORGEOUS New Moon in Cancer, a wonderful time to call in when you wish to cultivate.
and on that same day the NODES MOVE SIGNS! I REPEAT, THE NODES MOVE SIGNS! Into North Node in Aries and South Node in Libra. We will be wrapping up the eclipses series in Taurus NN / Scorpio SN this fall and then have a whole year ahead for Aries / Libra eclipses…intriguing! Self and other themes much! More Mars x Venus revelations!
7/22: Venus Retrograde in Leo and later that night we end Cancer Szn and move into LEO SUN SZN TIME
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ASTROLOGY BOOKINGS
LET’S LOOK AT YOUR CHART IN JULY, BB! BOOKS ARE WIDE OPEN, COME ONE, COME ALL!
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I’m looking for folks who are interested in being some of my first clients as I test out offering astrocartography readings.
Astrocartography, also known as locational astrology, uses your natal chart in a way to find which parts of the world are best aligned for various activities/events. We can see what parts of the globe may be great for romance, business ventures, or even moving! I’m sure I’ll get some sort of official form going for those interested, but for now if you are interested in getting an astrocartography reading email me: stevie@stevies.world
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WHERE I’M AT
This week I’m on set, working on a short film I’m very excited about!! Ty friends for helping fund Interloper, stay tuned for updates. Long days, putting in the work. Humbling and inspiring.
Otherwise…shit I’m Venus Retrograde reflecting just like you. Last Venus Retrograde in Leo, way back in 2015, I was just a little baby packing up my life, driving thousands of miles across the country, moving from Chicago to Los Angeles. I had never lived more than 20 miles from home. I had no idea what I was doing! I was moving with my ex who we had just had a very dramatic break up right before we’re supposed to move! I still moved. I’m glad I still moved. I live in between my Jupiter and North Node line now. That’s a good thing, believe you me. <we can discuss this in your astrocartography reading>
Now I’m still just a little baby, eight years later, wifed up and happily paying the sunshine tax. 2015 me would be very stoked on where this ride has taken me, even if so much of it was having no clue and surrendering to needing change. Even though a day ago I was feeling behind and questioning the timeline. Let the bad days pass. Make space for your amazing life.
So, where do I take her now? Little baby me, where shall we go? Do I set out in intention…keep my channels open to where I’m led…A mixture of both? IDK! I’m not psychic, I just have psychic tendencies. If you where I was in 2015, starting to feel bitter or know that failing would be better than staying still, this is your sign to act on it.
Check out very cute Twitter thread from friend Kirah on Venus Rx in Leo 2015 reflections 🪞
https://twitter.com/kirahworld/status/1675588920594280451?s=46&t=DLMfuEPV1hHtSMZQpDJ7Wg
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WHAT I’M DIGGING
Couples Therapy (Showtime) - Oooo to be a fly on the wall watching Dr. Orna work with her clients. Which is the premise of the show lol I think my actual IRL couples therapist (and everyone in my life) is sick of hearing about me talking about couples therapy.
Cold brew vessel - I know I talked last news letter about recession girl summer, and nothing kicked that off for me more than getting my own cold brew vessel (link here) I’m a cold coffee all year round person, this spout makes going to the fridge FUN, and it’s very easy. Put 3 cups of coarse grounds in the soaking sleeve, pour in 12 cups of filtered room temp or cold water, set for 24 hours and there you go!
My June playlist - yes I use Apple Music and if you have access to Apple Music then check out my June playlist. I make a playlist for every month, whatever songs I hear and June’s was extra long and good. Very Gemini/Cancer szn-y.
What’s Your Sign? black dad hats - I love our merch, this hat’s so cute, effortless chic. You can get one here. We made a limited batch of these for our IRL show in LA and now you can have one wherever you reside!
Alright, I got an early call time. I’ll check in on you guys soon. Book a reading with me in July, sweetie pie. Maybe this Venus Retrograde will be just what you need.
xo Stevie the Venusian
Thanks Stevie !! ✨