Venus in Gandanta ~ Bridging the gap in love

Venus, planet of love and art, moves from Pisces-Revati to Aries-Ashwini between May 20^th and 26^th.

This is the Gandanta ‘knot-end’ between water and fire signs and also nakshatras, a double junction or ‘sandhi’ that makes this area volatile and unstable.

Venus goes from its most powerful point of all in Pisces on May 21^st into fierier and more self-centred mode by May 23^rd, and your relationships go from an idealistic peak into an impulsive and demanding style. The pressure to support and be there for somebody gives ways to a more independent romantic vision, though it’s still best to take things slowly during this shift.

You might see the return of an ex, or else fall back into a pattern within your partnership you promised to leave behind. Revati is known for selflessness, hospitality and protection, where you have a sentimental view of your loved ones, and believing in them has a positive transforming effect.

Ashwini by contrast, is pure fire, where you get your needs met by the quickest route, and your high romantic aims appear to be a dream. Your good intentions may also be misunderstood or have to change suddenly, or else a partner acts out of character and you need to adjust.

Take it easy – pulling on the Gandanta knot may only entangle you further and more tightly. In any case, expect your creative plans to take on a different quality, and you are in a sudden hurry to get work finished to deadline.

By May 23^rd, Venus sits between the sweet influences of Mercury and Jupiter, which gives you a cushion against an over-impulsive attitude. Your direct style comes over well and you relate to someone with a good mental rapport.