THE SIGN POSITION OF VENUS: How one expresses affection, feels appreciated, & gives of self
* Interpretive for Venus in Aries :-
Expresses affection directly. impulsively. enthusiastically
Emotionally-colored tastes and pleasures blossom when enemy is directed toward new experience; especially enjoys the first stages of relationships
Need to feel close to another can be thwarted by strong self-assertive, demanding qualities; intimacy therefore sometimes difficult to achieve
Values individuality. initiative, and independence in self and others
Gives of self energetically, and responds to forceful release of energy from others
* Interpretive for Venus in Taurus :-
Expresses affection physically. warmly, steadily. possessively
Gives from self’s inner resources; responds to sensual, b deeply-centered energy from others
A need to give of one's affections can be hampered by emotional stinginess, possessiveness, or reluctance to release feelings or lose control
Deeply appreciates physical sensations: sight, sound, smell, taste, and touch; enjoys contact with nature
Values material comfort, luxury. and beautiful physical objects
* Interpretive for Venus in Gemini :-
Expresses affection verbally, cleverly, lightly. playfully
Needs to talk immediately about one’s thoughts and perceptions in order to feel close to another
Emotionally-colored tastes are constantly and consciously changing; variety and mental rapport are highly valued
Urge for pleasure is colored by changeable curiosity. talkativeness, and friendliness; attracted to intelligence and quick wit
Need for variety and constant new stimuli can inhibit chances for lasting relationships and interpersonal depth beyond the superficial
* Interpretive for Venus in Cancer :-
Expresses affection sensitively, comfortingly. protectively. tenaciously
Need to nurture and be nurtured. to feel part of a family, in order to be comfortable
Prefers to shame energy with others within an enclosed. close-knit group
Urge for pleasure and closeness can be hampered by moodiness. timidity, stinginess, or overly self-protective feelings; easily reflects others’ pleasures and moods
Receptive and dependent qualities are always involved in feeling close to another
* Interpretive for Venus in Leo :-
Expresses affection warmly. dramatically. enthusiastically
Emotionally-colored tastes are influenced by one's pride and a an urge for recognition
Gives of self with creative vitality, and receives from others graciously and proudly
Sociability and expressions of love are colored by playfulness, generosity. and loyalty
Exchange of deeper feelings with another may be encumbered by one’s need to be the center of attention or to dominate the other’s emotional life
* Interpretive for Venus in Virgo :-
Expresses affection matter-of-factly, modestly, helpfully. timidly
A need to serve and be useful yields emotional satisfaction
Finds pleasure in precise attention to details and analytical mental activity
A need for logic and practicality in order to feel comfortable and harmonious
Over-helpfulness. petty criticisms. or one’s natural reserve can interfere with emotional give-and-take and the expression of passion
* Interpretive for Venus in Libra :-
Expresses affection lightly, considerately, charmingly, and harmoniously
Give-and-take with others is colored by balance, fairness, and gentleness
Emotionally-colored tastes are affected by a need to harmonize polarities and to appreciate symmetry and traditional beauty
A deep need for peace. tranquility, and harmony in order to feel comfort and pleasure. but this could lead to avoidance of unpleasant emotional interchanges and thus limit the scope of intimacy
Needs to develop relationships based on equal sharing and cooperation in order to give of one's emotions
* Interpretive for Venus in Scorpio :-
Expresses affection intensely. passionately, obsessively. with extreme, consuming feelings
Urge for pleasure is colored by compulsive desires, depth. and passionate emotions
Give-and-take with others generates a healing, transformative energy
Social and love needs can be hindered by inclination to secrecy and reluctance to trust others
Needs to penetrate deeply into a relationship with intense emotional power in order to feel close to another
* Interpretive for Menus in Sagittarius :-
Expresses affection freely, enthusiastically. generously. and idealistically
Restless urge to move onward and have many adventures can interfere with establishing close relationships
How one relates to others is highly colored by one’s beliefs and goals, and a philosophical harmony is needed in close relationships
A need for freedom to mam and explore in order to feel comfort and harmony
Attitudes toward love and romance are tolerant and broadminded; values honesty in relationships and may insensitively overlook others’ feelings
* Interpretive for Venus in Capricorn :-
Expresses affection cautiously, seriously, dutifully, and mechanically
Pleasure and love needs can be inhibited by fearful, auspicious attitudes or an aloof, impersonal approach
Needs to be sure of commitment from another before giving of self’s deeper emotions; capable of loyalty and of facing the work and responsibilities of relationships
Social and love urge is colored by perserverance, ambition, conservatism, and concern for reputation
Need for self-control and emotional reserve can hamper the development of close relationships
* Interpretive for Venus in Aquarius :-
Expresses affection freely, unconventionally, flirtatiously. experimentally
Detached, impersonal attitude can interfere with close relationships; others may consider the person cold and aloof
Enjoys exchange of theories, ideas. and imaginative (often humorous) fantasies with a loved one
Love and social urges am colored by individualistic freedom. extremism, and rebelliousness
Need for active socializing with many people in under to give fully of self’s emotions
* Interpretive for Venus in Pisces :-
Expresses affection sensitively, kindly, compassionately, and sympathetically; capable of selfless giving
A need for a magical and romantic harmony is deeply felt; but desires can be unfocused and vague, leaving the person vulnerable
Social and love urge colored by romantic idealism; one idealizes loved ones and love itself
Escapism, evasion. and confusion can undermine the ability to give of self and to receive from others, and lack of discrimination can hamper forming solid relationships
Feelings of closeness with another are influenced by soul-yearnings and an Inge to mingle psychically with the other person; empathy arises from ability to identify with others' feelings
