If you’ve been going your own way, making a scene, and turning heads like it’s no big deal, it’s time to pivot to a calmer, smoother lane. From June 5th to July 4th, Venus returns to Taurus, one of its domiciles — aka a sign where it feels at home. The planet of love and beauty is the ruler of this fixed earth sign, where connections and creative pursuits are way less messy. After Venus’ bumpier transit through Aries, we’ll be swapping “oops” and “eek” for “ooh” and “aah.”

Venus in Taurus adores the good life, and it teaches us that we’re never too hard-working or important to indulge in simple pleasures and pencil in some R & R. So ready those luxe face masks, plush pajamas, and gourmet cheese platters. Over the next few weeks, have fun taking your sweet time. Plan a DIY spa day with your loved ones. Say yes to extra cherries and whipped cream on that sundae. Enjoy a slow afternoon in the sunshine. Why not? There’s no harm in accepting the spoonfuls of honey on offer all around you.

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Think twice before sending that “can’t today, I’m busy” text

And/but/also: Venus in Taurus can sometimes lean too far into what’s cozy. Don’t let the lure of comfort prevent you from leaving the house or exploring the unknown. Are you actually too busy to hang out, or have you let the need for “radical rest” become an excuse to keep hiding in your blanket fort? Instead of bed-rotting all day, tuck away your phone and get outside. You don’t need 24/7 beauty sleep, and the world won’t stop turning if you go offline and touch grass for a bit. Venus in Taurus is here to remind you how powerful it can be to stay rooted in the present moment. In what your senses are showing you. In what lights you up IRL. And in the possibilities available to you in the here and now.

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When Venus revisits Aries from April 30th to June 5th, double down on going after what you want. After dipping back into Pisces during its retrograde journey, the planet of love and beauty is getting another adrenaline rush in the sign of the ram. For this second go-round, put into practice what you’ve learned about being courageous with your creative pursuits and your crushes. Whether you’re experimenting with radical honesty on a first date or with bolder choices in your wardrobe, keep nudging yourself out of your comfort zone. You have to play new games to win new prizes.

Venus is anything but demure in this Mars-ruled fire sign. Think: the feeling we get when something is so adorable we want to gobble it up (metaphorically, of course). But this kind of assertiveness doesn’t always come naturally to a planet concerned with grace and diplomacy. Venus is traditionally considered to be in detriment in Aries, meaning it struggles to access its usual tact in this placement. Just remember that a little friction or frustration is par for the course during this transit. Then again, busting romantic clichés and defying stale aesthetic conventions is half the fun. Matters of the heart demand bravery, after all, and the coming weeks dare us to zero in on our passions — relentlessly.

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After reclaiming its fighting spirit in Aries, Venus is ready for a spa day. From March 27th to April 30th, the planet of love and beauty re-enters Pisces, the sign of its exaltation — a harbor where Venus feels in its flow and fully resourced. But this homecoming isn’t just a straightforward Hollywood ending, so go easy on the rose petals. Venus is still retrograde in this mutable water sign, where our focus shifts from relearning conflict strategies to retrieving our intuitive powers. If you’re feeling burnt out from the fierce inner scrutiny you braved when Venus stationed retrograde in fiery Aries, give yourself space to process the hard-edged truths you’ve uncovered. Spend extra time savoring that algae face mask. And extend yourself boatloads of compassion if this underworld journey has depleted your energy — or frayed your last shred of patience.

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Plug those leaks

Venus’ return to the sign of the unabashed romantic is an opportunity to reinforce any boundaries that still feel porous as you reconnect with the muses within. But a word of caution: Escapist tendencies or daydreams about “the one that got away” can distract from our inner work when Venus is retrograde in idealistic Pisces. We can also get swept away by crushes, budding friendships, or mesmerizing new art projects without registering how far we’ve drifted from the shoreline. And yes, this is a time when old flames and frenemies can slither out of the woodwork and lure you with even more elaborate promises than before. Rally the support of your group chat before sending a text you might regret the morning after.

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Venus stations direct: Soak up what you’ve learned

Though the temptation of total immersion may be strong, it can quickly tip into self-abandonment if we’re not careful. When Venus stations direct on April 12th, matters of the heart will feel less murky, but it’s worth giving yourself time to integrate the pearls of wisdom that have risen to the surface. Over the coming weeks, remember what Venus retrograde taught you in assertive Aries, and interrogate moments when you lose yourself in another person’s agenda instead of prioritizing your own needs. Whether you take a time-out to regulate your system or vet new friends and lovers with probing questions about shared values, don’t be afraid to burst some bubbles with the tools and tactics that help you feel emotionally safe. The connections that honor your deep wells of sensitivity aren’t boring; they’re the most enchanting of all.

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