By Jeff JawerProvided by Tarot.comVenus, your ruling planet, is moving backwards throughout the month. This retrograde cycle kicks up dust from old relationships that can make it harder to move forward in a current one. Your willingness to step back and reconsider what you've done in the past can be the key to improving your future. Love is a magical gift, of course, but making it work with another person involves real understanding of yourself and human nature. A deep reassessment of what you want and how you go after it is not meant to be an exercise in self-criticism. It's an educational experience that can give you the wisdom to go further with someone than you've ever gone before.
On August 8, Venus retreats into your house of friends, which can return an old bud to your life. Reconnecting with pals from the past can make you aware of how others see you, giving you the insight and impetus to make some changes. Don't let nostalgia for the "good old days" lure you into falling back into a habit or relationship that you've already outgrown. A serious mood prevails August 13-15 as Venus aligns with no-nonsense Saturn and profound Pluto. While this might not correspond with a bright and snappy time, it can provide you with the clarity and the discipline to make a commitment that will last. Venus' passage over the Sun on August 17 is a day when deep self-reflection reveals ways to tap into your underdeveloped resources and make the most of these assets.
About the AuthorJeff Jawer is the co-author of Barnes & Noble's 'Your Astrology Guide 2007.' A professional astrologer since 1973, his articles have appeared in astrology journals and magazines and Web sites around the world. He holds a B.A. in The History and Science of Astrology from the University of Massachusetts at Amherst and teaches and lectures both in the United States and abroad.
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