Venus in Ardra ~ Tears of love

Venus, the planet of art and relating, is in Ardra in the sign of Gemini from July 31 to Aug 12th, 2025, the nakshatra symbolized by a Teardrop.

There is an intense and emotional style of relating here, in sharp contrast to Gemini’s familiar bubbly, airy style, and you encounter unexpected depth and contradiction in your relationship. You like to joke, flirt, and keep things light but also show an underlying thoughtful and intense side, best shared with a partner who relates to all these qualities. Ardra’s ruler, Rudra, the Storm God, brings symbolic rain in the form of a sentimental outburst, perhaps after a period of initial strength and containment.

Getting close to someone sees you opening your feelings, and moving through an awkward phase which afterwards leaves you feeling lighter. The Shakti of this asterism is also for Hard Work, which can mean a willingness to explore tough romantic issues, or having a partner who is going through a difficult time. Your appreciation of life’s complexities sees people coming to you with their problems, and you are also attracted to those who give you a sympathetic audience. Venus coming together with broadminded Jupiter through this transit, gives you extra courage and strength, and you come through a testing encounter richer for the experience.

There is a philosophical quality to your relating and somebody from a quite different background may give you useful knowledge and perspective. A romantic holiday and complete escape would suit you at this time. The Full Moon of August 9th may be a moment to give your emotions free rein, and there is the promise of bringing a shared plan to fulfilment.