The week of July 29 brings the return of Venus in Virgo, the New Moon in Leo, and the dynamic alignment of Neptune in Pisces with Pluto retrograde in Aquarius and the Sun in Leo with Mars in Gemini.
What does this mean and how does it improve relationships this week?
Venus in Virgo on Sunday, August 4, tends to focus on the details of the relationship, helping you be more in the moment, provided you are aware that perfection is the thief of joy.
Venus in Virgo can help you become more aware of the small moments of love that can have a significant impact on your relationship, just in time for the Leo New Moon on Sunday, August 4, which is sure to bring fireworks. Leo is a bold and often dramatic sign, so big actions and declarations of love and romance are possible under this lunation, helping to bring you even closer to your partner.
But there’s even more to come for your relationship this week, as Pisces-bound Neptune aligns with retrograde Pluto in Aquarius on Thursday, August 1, giving you the opportunity to learn from the past and create a new beginning. This is the perfect energy to understand your past actions and choices so that you can not only take responsibility for them, but also find the forgiveness needed to make a fresh start.
The Sun in Leo also aligns with Mars in Gemini in the final days of July, bringing good luck to whatever you want to accomplish or begin in your relationship. This energy combines the Sun’s good luck with Mars’ action, helping you take advantage of the astrological energy this week and make the most of every moment – so you can fully embrace the joy of love and being loved.
Relationships improve for five zodiac signs the week of July 29 – August 4, 2024:
1. Fish
Venus enters Virgo on Sunday, August 4, sweet Pisces, and brings an energy of romance, love, and new beginnings. While you’ve been steadily making progress in a certain relationship this year, there haven’t been any official conversations yet, or even intentions clearly stating what each of you wants for the relationship.
All of that changes once Venus enters Virgo, and your attention and heart are focused solely on creating that fresh start you’ve been dreaming of. This is an incredible time for love, whether you’re looking to establish a new relationship or even start dating again. Venus is the planet of love, and in Virgo, it helps you make big strides in your relationships—you just have to be sure to love yourself, too.
Venus in Virgo will help speed up relationships and even create moments of deep connection with you and your partner. You should keep in mind, however, that once you and that special someone cross that boundary you’ve been maintaining, the connection will move much faster than you anticipated or felt ready for.
Try to trust your partner this time. If you are afraid, allow yourself to talk about it and, above all, remember that it is safe to surrender to these deep feelings you are experiencing. This is what you have been waiting for and now it is finally happening.
2. Aquarius
The New Moon will rise in Leo on Sunday, August 4, helping to bring about a beautiful new beginning in your romantic relationship, Aquarius. Leo rules all matters of love and relationships for you, so a New Moon here is about as good as it gets.
You need not only a fresh start in your relationship, but also confirmation that this relationship is the one you are meant to be in. A big part of this new romantic start for you lies in your ability to express your feelings to your partner and even be transparent about some rather difficult issues in your relationship.
Something has been bothering you for a long time, and even though you’ve been beating around the bush, you haven’t really expressed how you feel. But once you do, it will create space for new beginnings and new opportunities in this relationship, because your partner really had no idea how you felt. Once he figures it out, he’ll respond with whatever action is necessary to tell you that you’re the one for the job.
Try to prepare for the Leo New Moon by having all the conversations you need to have, especially if they are about topics and questions that are on your mind. It can be scary to talk about, and it’s okay if you’re afraid of what it means, but don’t let that stop you from discussing it.
Often in a relationship, what you fear saying the most is exactly what needs to be said. Most of your thoughts are about the worst-case scenario, but it’s not as bad as you imagined. Talk to your partner like they’re your friend first, and then give them time to make a fresh start, not only to make it possible, but to make it happen in your love life.
3. Virgin
Virgo, you and your partner need to spend quality time together to recharge, which is so necessary right now. You’ve both been so busy with life and everything you’ve built in your relationship that it feels like things have become rather stagnant, even routine. It’s hard to feel like you’re having an intense relationship when you’re both so exhausted, but it also means that by honoring what you both need, you can see your relationship start to improve.
As Neptune’s energy in Pisces aligns with Pluto retrograde in Aquarius, which occurs on Thursday, August 1, prompting a need for rest, you may also need to practice saying no to others more often. You and your partner both enjoy being of service to others, helping those close to you, and having a busy social life, but that doesn’t mean that even these issues can’t take a toll on your relationship. Try to prioritize each other and your own time to really feel those flames of love again.
Neptune and Pluto are here to give you a chance to make a fresh start, but in your case, it’s less about forgiving and more about reflecting on your priorities. You and your partner can’t be everything to everyone, no matter how close you are to them or how close you are to them.
After taking care of yourself, the next priority should be your relationship. Just because you love helping others doesn’t mean it has to be at the expense of yourself. Try to practice saying no more often, creating healthy boundaries, so that you not only have more time for each other, but also don’t feel constantly exhausted. To have the best relationship possible, you need to feel your best, which means honoring your needs and what matters most to you.
4. Taurus
Taurus, you need to start thinking about what you want and whether your actions are in line with your intentions. You haven’t wanted your partner to get the wrong idea or seem uninterested lately, but it’s your responsibility to fix the problem. Whether you’ve discussed taking the next step or even experienced some distance in your marriage, it’s time that instead of pointing fingers, you simply start doing whatever it takes to fix the problem.
Being in the moment and participating in a new beginning also means that you have reached a level of acceptance of the current state of your relationship. Regardless of whose fault it is, or even what specific comments were made, all it means is that if you want to repair this connection, you need to take drastic action.
Venus enters Virgo on Sunday, August 4, helping you prioritize not only your committed relationship, but also your healing and sense of happiness. There’s no point in working so hard to succeed in your career or finances if the rest of your life is falling apart. See this as an opportunity for greater balance, and be sure to honor what this romantic connection brings to your life.
Whether it’s asking a specific question or even taking time to enjoy yourself together, love and your connection should come first. Your relationship means a lot to you, and while love ebbs and flows are natural, that doesn’t mean you can’t take charge and truly create a love that you can always trust.
5. Aries
Everything you desire is on the other side of what you are afraid to say, Aries. It is understandable that you are hesitant to express yourself, because you are trying to do everything right this time, but at some point you must also realize that by not saying anything, you are doing more harm than good. You lose nothing by saying that you love someone, that you want a life together or even that you want to get married, but you lose something when you keep your feelings to yourself, waiting for the perfect moment and delaying the realization of your dreams.
You may still be working through some issues from a past relationship or divorce, and if that’s the case, it’s understandable that you want to wait, but it could also be a good time to consider finding common ground. Just because you’re not jumping headlong into a new romance doesn’t mean you can’t express how you feel. And in that case, that release and sense of betterment in your relationship won’t happen if you don’t.
On Monday, July 29, the Sun in Leo aligns with Mars in Gemini, giving you the opportunity to embrace your feelings and be more open about what you want from this special relationship in your life. Even if you can’t give your all just yet, that doesn’t mean you have to keep playing it cool, especially since your partner can see through it. You can be open and vulnerable while still respecting the process you’re in.
Plus, in this case, your partner feels the same way and is having just as much trouble holding back as you are, so it’s okay to let them in and take a chance on love. By sharing your feelings and even your intentions for the future, you will have this new beginning in love, and even if you are still waiting for other things to unfold, it is still a love that you deserve to seize. Love like this doesn’t come along every day, so choose to accept it and be present in this beautiful connection because it is all you deserve.
Kate Rose is a writerspiritual astrologer, intuitive relationship and life advisor and curator of tailor-made retreats.