Swirling in the Dance: Venus Rx in Leo Meets Mercury Rx in Virgo

The dates of Rx overlap are August 23 - September 3 2023.

The dance of the planets is a symphony of energies playing out in the vast expanse of the universe. When two planets, such as Venus and Mercury, go retrograde in close sequence, it's as if the cosmic ballet has choreographed a special sequence just for us. The dates of Rx overlap are August 23 - September 3 2023.

Let's delve into this beautiful pairing of Venus Retrograde (Rx) in Leo and Mercury Retrograde in Virgo, and understand the layers of lessons and gifts they offer. You will want to pay attention so you can navigate these days with less crazy and more love.

Venus Retrograde in Leo: A Heartfelt Reassessment

Venus, the planet of love, beauty, and value, begins her retrograde journey in the bold and expressive sign of Leo. Leo, ruled by the Sun, is all about self-expression, creativity, and living life with zest. When Venus moves retrograde in this sign, it prompts us to reevaluate how we show love, both to ourselves and others.

Reflections under Venus Rx in Leo:

1. Self-love: Are you treating yourself with the same kindness and admiration that you offer others?

2. Creative expression: Are there latent passions and talents waiting to be reignited in your life?

3. Generosity of spirit: How can you offer love and warmth more abundantly?

This phase is a gentle reminder that love is both a gift and a journey. It's a time to find joy in rekindling old relationships, forgiving past mistakes, and remembering that at the core of our beings, love is our true essence.

Mercury Retrograde in Virgo: The Beauty in Details

Mercury, the planet of communication, thought processes, and travel, begins its retrograde motion in the detail-oriented Virgo. Virgo, an earth sign, is ruled and exalted in Mercury. Virgo is all about precision, service, and analyzing the minutiae of life, which can be interpreted as judgmental and critical. Virgo is a hard working and loving sign, although many cannot handle their intelligence and never ending analyzing.

Reflections under Mercury Rx in Virgo:

1. Reorganizing: Maybe that cluttered desk or closet is signaling for a re-do. This is the time to declutter both your physical space and your mind.

2. Reanalyzing: Situations or plans that seemed clear might need a second look. Ensure every detail is as you want it.

3. Self-care: Virgo energy understands the importance of health and wellness. It's a good time to reassess your daily

   routines. Are you nourishing your body and mind effectively?

4. Moving slower, allowing for more time when leaving the house or for any kind of glitches that may happen with the internet IF you are having an online meeting.

When Mercury goes retrograde in Virgo, it's less about miscommunications or tech glitches (though those can happen), and more about fine-tuning our lives. It offers a chance to perfect, recalibrate, and focus on the areas we might overlook during its direct motion. Focusing on all words that begin with RE will help navigate the Mercury part of this Rx dance.

The layering of these retrograde energies is indeed unique.

When Venus Meets Mercury in a Rx, what can REALLY happen during this 12 day overlay of Rx’s?

1. If your not loving yourself like no one else can, boundaries may get crossed and differences of opinions may rise to the surface with a Leonian Roar!

2. YOU MUST listen and protect your person at all times in this overlap. Mercury is the patron god of thieves.

3. People will run late or forget you and you may take it personally.

4. Feelings may get hurt, more. Communication is unclear and misunderstandings can happen in all areas of life.

5. The Venus in Leo part rules the heart, and the Venus in Mercury rules the intestines and digestive system. As you go deeper into the heart, there may be some “things” that are getting a deep healing. Allow the Virgo part to analyze the situation, bring in forgiveness and let it go.

6. This is a huge opportunity to heal past wounds for good! Takes some patience, perseverance and self-love to achieve this kind of healing. YOU ARE WORTHY to receive this healing and love.

7. There may be some relationship endings. Let them go. They may come back around again, AFTER Venus goes Direct in Leo. Or maybe even when Venus is in Virgo and Mercury is in Virgo. There may be a better chance of talking things through and getting to some kind of understanding.

8. Really! Do not sign any contracts during the dates above. You will regret it. Or buy any electronics, cars or appliances.

In Conclusion

In the dance of life, retrogrades are our moments of introspection and reflection. They ask us to slow down, to feel deeply, and to think clearly. And while they might bring challenges, they also bring invaluable lessons.

So, during this layered retrograde period, remember to love fiercely, express genuinely, and pay attention to the details. The universe is always in our corner, lovingly guiding our steps.