Right now, Venus is stationing, appearing to hang almost motionless in the evening sky before she begins her famous backwards dance. If you have been feeling a slow-down in matters of the heart, beauty, money, and worth, this is why. Stationing planets are at their most potent, and Venus asking us to pause is an invitation, not a punishment.
In the coming days, Venus will begin her retrograde, drifting backwards through the zodiac until she stations direct again in mid-November. Retrograde Venus periods are traditionally times for reviewing rather than launching: revisiting old relationships, reassessing finances and self-worth, and rediscovering what truly brings you pleasure. Anything unfinished from the past has a way of knocking politely at the door.
How to work with this energy:
- Rest and reflect before you decide. Station energy rewards patience.
- Revisit old creative projects, friendships, and desires rather than starting brand new ones.
- Review your budget, your prices, and your sense of value. Venus rules what we give and receive.
- Be gentle with yourself if old feelings resurface. They are coming up to be released or renegotiated.
At Enchanted Margaret River, we love to mark these celestial turning points with ritual. Cleansing your space, refreshing your altar, and working with heart-centered stones like rose quartz and amethyst can help you move through the retrograde with grace. The stars turn slowly so that we can too.