Transit Vibe: Dreamy confusion in love.
Here’s what to do and to avoid when you have transit Neptune sesquisquare Venus. Below that are some interesting things about this transit.
(To find out if you’re currently having this transit, get your free personal daily transits report.)
Avoid During Transit Neptune Sesquisquare Venus
- Don’t start a new romantic relationship- your judgment might be clouded and you could idealize someone who isn’t what they seem.
- Avoid making big financial decisions or investments- Neptune brings confusion and things can look better than they really are.
- Don’t lend money to friends or get involved in financial dealings with loved ones; misunderstandings and disappointments are more likely now.
- Avoid ignoring red flags in relationships- it’s easy to fall for illusions or put someone on a pedestal.
- Don’t try to escape problems in love or money through substances or unhealthy habits- self-deception is a risk during this transit.
- Stay away from making long-term commitments in love or finances, since your feelings and perceptions may shift once the transit passes.
- Avoid putting your partner or crush above your own needs- boundaries can get really blurry with Neptune involved.
- Don’t over-romanticize situations or expect someone (or something) to magically solve your problems.
- Try not to ignore your intuition if something doesn’t feel right- trust your gut and wait for clarity.
To Do During Transit Neptune Sesquisquare Venus
- Explore your creativity- paint, write, or do some DIY projects. Let your imagination run wild.
- Listen to music that moves you or try playing an instrument. Let the vibes guide your feelings.
- Spend time in dreamier settings, like walking by water, visiting art galleries, or just lounging somewhere comfy.
- Reflect on your romantic ideals- journal or daydream about what love really means to you.
- Practice self-compassion and remind yourself not to chase perfect love or perfect people.
- Focus on kindness- do random acts of generosity, volunteer, or help out a friend.
- Pay attention to your intuition about people, but double-check your first impressions- things can get foggy.
- Enjoy gentle self-care, like taking long baths, meditating, or getting plenty of restful sleep.
- Give yourself permission to rest and recharge instead of pushing hard in relationships or social life.
- If you’re artistic, channel your emotions- heartbreak, hope, confusion- into your art.
- Keep your heart open, but don’t get swept away by fantasies. Try to enjoy romance without losing touch with reality.
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What’s Interesting About Transit Neptune Sesquisquare Venus?
- “Misaligned ideals in affection”: Alan Leo, in his work The Key to Your Own Nativity (1910), mentions that a hard Neptune-Venus aspect like the sesquisquare can bring a phase where a person clings to “illusions or idolized images in love, rather than true affections,” leading to feelings of distance or disappointment when reality doesn’t match dreams.
- “Problematic financial intuitions”: Sepharial, in New Manual of Astrology (1920), writes that Neptune-Venus friction can show “curious, sometimes costly, delusions in money or valuables. One may invest unwisely, guided by instinct or advice that seems inspired but proves unreliable.”
- “Strange longing for faded beauty”: From Astrological Aspects: A Process-Oriented Approach (1941) by Charles E.O. Carter, it’s noted that this type of Neptune-Venus tension may spark a “retrograde appreciation- desiring that which was lovely in the past, or being haunted by misty recollections of former romance or artistic inspiration.”
- “Magnet for unconventional romantic entanglements”: Ivy Goldstein-Jacobson, in Astrology: Its Techniques and Ethics (1960), points to Neptune-Venus sesquisquare as a time when “unusual or impractical partnerships may start, often with partners who conceal something or who don’t entirely resonate with one’s values.”
- “Aesthetic confusion or artistic stagnation”: According to Ronald Davison’s The Technique of Prediction (1955), “an artist or lover under this planetary stress may lose their sense of style, pursuing odd creative fads or straying from their true tastes, and thus wondering why satisfaction proves elusive.”
- “Untested compassion”: C.E.O. Carter also writes in Some Principles of Horoscopic Delineation (1925) that Neptune to Venus in difficult aspect “can indicate being moved emotionally to help, give or love without discernment, only to feel let down or deceived as a result.”
- “Projection of fantasy onto others”: In Astrology for Everyone (1910), Isidore Kozminsky describes this Neptune-Venus influence as one where “the native may see only what they wish in others- danger of being blinded by the image they’ve built up, missing warning signs in friendships, romance, and alliances.”
Experiencing Transit Neptune Sesquisquare Venus
When Neptune forms a sesquisquare (that’s a 135° angle- kind of a troublemaker in astrology) to your natal Venus, it’s like having your heart and your fantasies talking over each other. Venus rules what you love- people, art, comfort, money- and Neptune brings illusions, intuition, and a bit of fog. So during this time, expect things to feel a little off-kilter in those Venus-ruled areas.
Challenges during Transit Neptune Sesquisquare Venus
- Romantic Confusion: You might see someone through “rose-colored glasses” and overlook red flags because you’re caught up in a fantasy. Sometimes, relationships that start now come with misunderstandings, secrets, or even small deceptions (intentional or not).
- Weird Financial Instincts: Venus is tied to money, and Neptune clouds things. You could be way more likely to spend on useless things, scams, or simply stuff that doesn’t turn out how you expected. Watch out for online deals or investment pitches that seem “too magical to be true.”
- Misreading Signals: Friendships and flirtations can get tangled. You might think someone feels a certain way about you that’s simply not true, or vice versa. It’s easy to project what you wish were happening, instead of what’s real. Texts, looks, and compliments all become open to wild misinterpretation.
- Low Boundaries: It’s tough to say no or recognize when you’re being taken advantage of, emotionally or financially. You might want to “save” someone or believe a sob story- especially someone who seems mysterious or hard-luck.
- Disenchanted with Beauty: Stuff you once loved- your favorite music, a hobby, even your own reflection in the mirror- might suddenly feel fake or not as lovely as before.
Opportunities during Transit Neptune Sesquisquare Venus
- Creative Inspiration: This is a brilliant time for channeling music, art, poetry, or any creative pursuit. Your imagination is extra vivid, and you can tap into some gorgeous, dreamy inspiration. Go ahead and get lost in a project without worrying too much about “perfection.”
- Deep Compassion: Your empathy is ramped up, so helping out a friend, volunteering, or supporting someone going through a rough patch can feel natural and fulfilling.
- Exploring Spirituality: You might get drawn toward meditating, praying, or just exploring what brings you a sense of inner peace and connection. If you like tarot, astrology, or anything mystical, this energy can help you dive deeper.
- Learning Surrender: When your normal routines feel weird or unsatisfying, it’s a push to let go and see what else the universe offers. Surrendering your old ideas of love or beauty makes room for new experiences- ones you wouldn’t have imagined before.
- Inspiring Others: With Venus-Neptune energy, you might not always see yourself clearly, but others can sense your dreamy, gentle vibe. This can draw friends and admirers your way, or inspire those around you creatively and emotionally.
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How the Sign of Transiting Neptune Modifies This Transit Sesquisquare to Natal Venus
Read the one for the current sign of transiting Neptune.
Right now, Neptune is currently in Aries, so read “Transiting Neptune in Aries”.
- Transiting Neptune in Aries: Illusions around love and attraction might spark impulsive crushes or reckless choices. You could feel pulled to chase excitement, sometimes at the expense of your own boundaries. It can blur the lines between passion and fantasy.
- Transiting Neptune in Taurus: Longing for comfort or material security may tug at your heart. You might chase idealized pleasures or find it tricky to see the reality in relationships tied to money or physical comfort.
- Transiting Neptune in Gemini: Communication in relationships gets confusing. Misunderstandings pile up, or what you say and what you feel seems to clash. Flirtations could become misleading, and you might find yourself drawn to multiple distractions.
- Transiting Neptune in Cancer: Emotional needs and family themes become hazy. You could glamorize the idea of a perfect home or family, or form attachments based more on wishful thinking than real connection.
- Transiting Neptune in Leo: Romance takes on a dramatic, dreamy glow, but you may get swept away by fantasies of grand love stories. Creative inspiration grows, but so does the temptation to seek validation in all the wrong places.
- Transiting Neptune in Virgo: You’re extra tuned in to flaws and details, but can lose yourself in trying to “fix” others or be the caretaker. The line between compassion and martyrdom can feel really fuzzy.
- Transiting Neptune in Libra: Idealism about relationships ramps up, and you might overlook red flags for the sake of harmony. There’s a pull towards beautiful connections, but also a risk of sacrificing too much for what seems “perfect.”
- Transiting Neptune in Scorpio: Depth and desire get wrapped in mystery. Intense emotions might tempt you into secretive or complicated bonds. Attraction grows to all that’s taboo or hidden, but clarity about your own deeper needs can be hard to find.
- Transiting Neptune in Sagittarius: You might chase big-picture fantasies about love or freedom in partnerships, sometimes ignoring practical realities. Adventure calls, but there’s a tendency to fall for ideas more than actual people.
- Transiting Neptune in Capricorn: Practical commitments and dreams about success can get muddled. You might chase “perfect” accomplishment or romance in a way that’s based more on status than authenticity, or struggle to see limits in work-love balance.
- Transiting Neptune in Aquarius: Friendships and group bonds might blur into more, or you may get caught up in idealizing causes or communities. It’s easy to confuse spiritual closeness with romantic interest or lose sight of real intimacy in favor of the group vibe.
- Transiting Neptune in Pisces: Emotions and intuition take over, making it easy to swim in fantasy. Boundaries with love and kindness get iffy, so you might see people the way you want them to be, not how they are. The vibe is super dreamy but hard to ground.
