Sudden Twists & Fiery Beginnings: Venus Squares Uranus, Venus Enters Virgo, & New Moon in Leo! Collective Horoscope (July 29th-August 4th)

Dear NightFall Astrology readers,

As we embark on this week, the celestial signals suggest a fascinating mix of excitement, unpredictability, and introspection. Expect dynamic interactions and profound evaluations of your values, relationships, and personal goals. The heavens are setting the stage for a week where the unexpected becomes the norm, and meticulous scrutiny becomes essential.

This week promises to shake up routines and challenge your adaptability, all while encouraging a more thoughtful approach to love and finances. Whether it’s sudden shifts in relationships or a critical look at your resources, there’s a lot to unpack.

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Dive deeper to see what the stars have in store for you!

I. Venus squares Uranus & enters Virgo:

As we navigate the week of July 31st to August 5th, celestial alignments signal notable shifts, offering a mix of excitement, unpredictability, and introspection. The heavens suggest a period ripe with dynamic interactions and introspective evaluations, particularly concerning our values, relationships, and personal goals.

1°) Venus Square Uranus: Expect the Unexpected:

From July 31st until August 5th, Venus in Leo forms a square with Uranus in Taurus, exact on August 2nd. This alignment indicates a period where relationships and financial matters may be marked by sudden changes and unexpected developments. Venus in Leo loves grand gestures, romance, and extravagance, while Uranus in Taurus values stability but is also prone to sudden shifts and a desire for liberation from the mundane.

This square suggests that the usual patterns in relationships and finances could be disrupted. Those grand romantic plans? Well, they might not go as smoothly as envisioned. Instead, this week may see impromptu changes, perhaps even last-minute cancellations or spontaneous adventures. Uranus in Taurus is akin to an earthquake in a calm field, shaking up the comfortable routines Venus in Leo adores. Expect surprises that test your flexibility and challenge your need for stability and predictability.

Consider this a celestial nudge to reassess what truly matters to you. Are you holding on to routines or relationships out of comfort, rather than genuine desire? Uranus’s reflective nature hints at breakthroughs in understanding, potentially revealing new paths that align more authentically with your core values. It’s a time to question whether your relationships and financial strategies are truly fulfilling or simply habitual.

For those in relationships, this period may reveal underlying tensions that have been simmering beneath the surface. Perhaps your partner suddenly desires more freedom, or you find yourself craving a change. The key is not to resist these feelings but to explore them. Honest conversations about your needs and expectations can lead to more genuine connections and a stronger foundation moving forward.

Financially, this alignment might prompt a reevaluation of your spending habits and investment strategies. Sudden expenses or unexpected gains could occur, urging you to be more adaptable with your resources. It’s wise to avoid impulsive financial decisions now, as the desire for immediate gratification might lead to long-term instability. Instead, use this period to explore innovative ways to manage your finances, aligning them more closely with your evolving values and goals.

Moreover, this Venus-Uranus square encourages creative thinking and breaking away from conventional approaches. In professional settings, you might feel a strong urge to deviate from the norm, proposing bold ideas that could disrupt the status quo. Embrace this innovative spirit, but be prepared for mixed reactions from colleagues and superiors who might be more accustomed to traditional methods.

Social interactions during this time could also take unexpected turns. You might meet new and unconventional people who challenge your perspectives and introduce you to novel ideas. Embrace these encounters as opportunities for growth and learning, even if they push you out of your comfort zone.

This square will be most challenging for Leo, Taurus, Scorpio, and Aquarius placements.

2°) Venus Enters Virgo: Time to Get Real:

As Venus transitions into Virgo on August 4th/5th (notably August 5th in France), it leaves the exuberance of Leo for the more discerning and practical realm of Virgo, where it will stay until August 29th. This ingress signals a shift from the dramatic and flamboyant to the meticulous and analytical. Venus, the planet of love and beauty, in Virgo, its fall sign, suggests a period of critical evaluation in matters of the heart and wallet.

Venus in Virgo values practicality, efficiency, and attention to detail. It’s a time when romantic gestures may be less grand but more thoughtful and sincere. The focus shifts to the little things that truly matter, those small acts of service and consideration that build strong foundations in relationships. However, Virgo’s critical eye may also highlight imperfections, prompting some to nitpick or overanalyse their partners or financial situations.

During this period, there’s an opportunity to refine and improve relationships and finances. Consider this a time to weed out what isn’t working and nurture what is. The alignment reflects a period for honest conversations and practical solutions, rather than dramatic declarations of love or reckless spending.

For those who enjoy a bit of sarcasm, think of it as the universe’s way of telling you to put away the rose-tinted glasses and pick up a magnifying glass. Look closely at the fine print in both your love life and bank statements.

Practical Advice for the Week:

• Stay Flexible: With Venus squaring Uranus, expect the unexpected. Be open to changes and avoid rigid plans. Adaptability will be your best ally.
• Evaluate Relationships: Use the reflective nature of this square to assess your relationships. Are they built on genuine connection, or merely on convenience and routine?
• Focus on Details: As Venus enters Virgo, pay attention to the small things in your relationships and finances. Thoughtful actions and practical decisions will serve you better than grand gestures and impulsive purchases.
• Communicate Clearly: Virgo values clear, honest communication. This is a good time for meaningful conversations that address the real issues rather than skirting around them.
• Self-Care: Don’t forget to apply Virgo’s analytical skills to your self-care routines. Assess your habits and make improvements where necessary.

This week’s celestial signals suggest a blend of spontaneity and practicality. Embrace the unexpected changes with grace, and use the critical eye of Virgo to refine and improve your personal and financial relationships. By the end of the week, you might find that the shake-ups and scrutiny have set you on a more authentic and fulfilling path.

II. New Moon in Leo:

This New Moon in Leo holds the promise of significant abundance and remarkable rewards, as it brings a heightened sense of excitement and enthusiasm towards actions aligned with your passions. Personally, I find this New Moon particularly exhilarating.

The Leo New Moon will occur on 4th August 2024, at 1:13 PM (CET). New Moons signify new beginnings, marking the commencement of the lunar cycle when the Moon aligns with the Sun, creating the dark Moon. During this phase, the Moon is invisible to the naked eye, and this event will transpire at 12 degrees of Leo.

Leo, where the Sun is naturally at home, is an inherently flamboyant and larger-than-life sign, characterised by warmth and intensity. Ruled by the Sun, Leo is metaphorically the centre of the universe, incapable of operating in a low-key manner. It is the epitome of nonchalance, or rather, “chalant.” This New Moon will be anything but subtle; it will be an emphatic declaration of “I am doing this, and I am proud of it. Everyone, look at me!”

Positioned at 12 degrees of Leo, this New Moon falls in the second decan, which is ruled by Jupiter. This decan is imbued with the expansive and generous qualities of Jupiter, enhancing the Leo traits of leadership, charisma, and confidence. This alignment suggests a period of significant personal growth, celebration of achievements, and the potential for notable success.

Additionally, this New Moon will be conjunct the fixed star Acubens, Alpha Cancri, a star system located in the left claw of the Crab in the Cancer constellation. The traditional name Acubens is derived from the Arabic term الزوبنة (al zubanāh), meaning “the claws.”

Acubens, of the nature of Saturn and Mercury, has been referred to as “the sheltering or hiding place.” It is known to impart activity, malevolence, and poison, often associated with deceit and criminal behaviour. However, it also endows individuals with strength, perseverance, and a logical mind, enabling them to be outspoken, hold high ideals, and excel as speculators and organisers. This star is characterised by its dual nature: while it possesses a Martian influence suggesting aggression, it also carries a strong Saturnian quality, imparting caution and strategic thinking.

The primary star in the Acubens system has a visual magnitude of 4.00 and its companion a magnitude of 11.0. The primary’s spectrum is classified as A3-white and its companion as FO-yellow. Despite its challenging reputation, Acubens can bestow its natives with a sharp intellect and a strong sense of purpose, particularly when faced with adversity or external pressures.

This conjunction of the New Moon with Acubens suggests a period marked by high ambition and the drive to achieve one’s goals, sometimes through creating challenging situations for others. The influence of Acubens may bring forth a need to navigate difficulties with strategic intelligence and resilience. It offers an opportunity for significant contributions in one’s field, provided the efforts are guided by integrity and strong moral principles.

In this New Moon, we see the combination of Leo’s vibrant energy, the expansive influence of Jupiter, and the complex characteristics of Acubens. The alignment invites us to pursue our passions with enthusiasm and to achieve greatness through perseverance and strategic intelligence, while remaining mindful of the ethical implications of our actions.

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Venus, at the tail end of Leo at 29 degrees, although not in close conjunction, adds an extra layer of flamboyance and theatricality. This New Moon promises to be a passionate, artistic, fiery, and larger-than-life event, infusing our lives with a playful spirit.

Separating from a close square to Uranus in Taurus, this alignment indicates that a few days before or during the New Moon, there may have been upheavals in relationships, characterised by chaos and erratic events. This New Moon might follow such disruptions with a rebound energy of “look at what I’m going to do.” Although a Venus-Uranus square is not inherently negative, it tends to bring chaos to relationships.

Mars is approaching a conjunction with Jupiter in Gemini. Mars in Gemini enhances mental agility and dedication to intellectual projects, while Jupiter, the planet of positivity and abundance, amplifies this energy. This conjunction fosters courageous, valorous actions marked by high effort and strong morals. Mars and Jupiter together exude a regal energy, akin to a returning hero.

This conjunction signifies effort imbued with courage and high moral standards. In Gemini, this alignment suggests that plans and thoughts around this New Moon will be executed with wholesome, morally upright effort, yielding positive outcomes.

However, a square to Saturn retrograde in Pisces indicates potential blockages, delays, or internal hesitations. This suggests a period of reconsideration rather than immediate action. The overall energy, though, remains one of valor—a somewhat archaic term, but fitting. A loose square to Neptune suggests minimal delusion, with most difficulties arising from relationship chaos. Despite this, there is substantial effort, dedication, and excitement surrounding this New Moon.

Mercury will be in Virgo, where it is both at home and exalted, ensuring clear, direct, and eloquent communication during this period.

If you share my excitement about this New Moon or have plans around it, please share your thoughts in the comments below!

This new moon will be felt most intensely by Leo, Aquarius, Taurus, and Scorpio placements, particularly if you have planets and/or important chart points around 12 degrees of these signs (give or take 1-5 degrees).

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