Transit Venus Quincunx Natal Saturn

Awkward love lessons

Here’s what to do and not do when you have a Venus quincunx Saturn transit. Below that are some interesting things about this transit.

Avoid During This Transit

• Don’t jump into serious relationships or make big commitments in love- you might feel unsure or disconnected right now.
• Avoid tough conversations about finances or boundaries with loved ones; things could come out colder or harsher than you mean.
• Try not to judge yourself too harshly, especially about your looks or relationships. Self-criticism runs high during this transit.
• Don’t invest in expensive things just to feel better- you might regret those purchases later.
• Skip making major decisions about ending or starting partnerships. Your head and heart aren’t quite lined up.
• Avoid shutting down emotionally or putting up walls just because things feel awkward or distant.
• Don’t ignore your need for fun and pleasure, but also don’t go overboard trying to force happiness.
• Stay away from comparing your love life or success to others. This transit can make you feel less than, but it’s only temporary.
• Don’t take criticism from authority figures or partners too personally right now- they might not mean it as harshly as it sounds.
• Avoid isolating yourself, even if you’re feeling low. Being around someone you trust can really help.

Do During This Transit

• Reflect on your relationships and see where you might need to adjust your expectations.
• Work on setting healthy boundaries with others- don’t be afraid to speak up if something feels off.
• Spend some time on self-care. Saturn can bring up feelings of inadequacy, so pamper yourself a bit!
• Try to balance your need for affection with your responsibilities. Don’t let work or worries keep you from connecting with loved ones.
• Be patient with yourself and others- misunderstandings in love or friendships are possible now.
• Get practical about your finances; it’s a good time to review your budget or make a plan for long-term security.
• Notice where you’re feeling unsatisfied or restricted in your partnerships and brainstorm gentle ways to address it.
• Do something creative, but don’t be hard on yourself if things don’t come out perfectly.
• Make peace with any past disappointments in love or friendship- this is a time for gentle acceptance, not judgment.
• Practice gratitude for the connections you do have, even if they feel kind of complicated right now.

What’s interesting about this transit?

Venus quincunx (also called inconjunct) natal Saturn isn’t your everyday transit, and older astrology books had some pretty quirky takes on this one! Here are a few obscure or classic interpretations you won’t hear very often:

• Some Renaissance texts saw this as a “pull of duty versus affection,” meaning your sense of responsibility battles your desire for pleasure or love.
• An old English astrologer said this transit was “the emblem of hidden hearts,” suggesting secret feelings or affections are kept bottled up (sometimes even from yourself).
• In early 20th century French astrology, it was called “the waiting game of love”- love or comfort is delayed or blocked by something you can’t quite put your finger on.
• Certain manual writers suggested this transit could pop up when someone harbors affection for an “unsuitable” partner, often due to social status or age difference- sort of like star-crossed lovers but less dramatic.
• Some old school astrologers also talked about money: “difficulty in loosing the purse strings,” or guilt when spending on yourself, even for things you need or enjoy.
• Arabic astrology sometimes mentioned a “colding of the heart,” not just in love, but literally feeling unexcited about things you usually love (your hobbies, music, even good food).

Experiencing This Transit

Venus quincunx natal Saturn can feel like you’re being pulled in two totally different directions. Venus wants to seek out connection, beauty, and pleasure, but Saturn keeps saying, “Hold up- is this responsible?” You might keep running into small, irritating obstacles, especially around relationships, self-worth, and even money. It’s not always intense, but it’s uncomfortable, like a sweater that’s a little too itchy to enjoy.

Challenges during this transit

• Awkward moments in relationships: You might feel strangely distant from people you care about, or second-guess whether they really support you. Communication can get clunky. For example, maybe you want to reach out to a friend but worry you’ll sound needy or awkward.
• The “not enough” feeling: There’s often a struggle between wanting to enjoy yourself and worrying you haven’t earned it. Maybe you’d like to buy new clothes or take a day off, but guilt or fear of overspending holds you back.
• Old insecurities turning up: Saturn digs up doubts about your value or attractiveness. Things from the past- embarrassments, breakups, family lessons about “what’s right”- may echo in your mind.
• Love and duty clash: Say you want to go out with someone new, but family responsibilities or work deadlines block your path. Or, you’re in a relationship where affection and seriousness don’t line up just now.

Opportunities during this transit

• Get honest about needs: Venus quincunx Saturn pushes you to look at what you really need in love, money, and security. Maybe you finally realize you want more affection, or you need to build better boundaries.
• Creative solutions: When things feel awkward, you might find new, clever ways around problems. If your usual ways of seeking comfort or pleasure aren’t working, you may discover a new hobby, or find a creative compromise with a loved one.
• Repair old emotional wounds: If old fears or insecurities come up, you’ve got a chance to deal with them directly- not run away. Sometimes working through discomfort makes you stronger in the long run.
• Re-evaluate values: This transit is a good time to figure out what you truly value- not just what you were taught was important. For example, you might realize you want less drama and more stability, or vice versa.

How the Sign of Transiting Venus Modifies This Transit Quincunx to Natal Saturn

Read the one for the current sign of transiting Venus.

• Transiting Venus in Aries: You might feel extra restless and impatient in relationships. The urge to act quickly grates up against Saturn’s slow pace, which can make frustrations build up even faster.
• Transiting Venus in Taurus: Craving security clashes with the feeling that something’s missing. You want comfort, but Saturn’s influence brings doubts about whether you really deserve it.
• Transiting Venus in Gemini: Communication about love feels awkward and misunderstood. You might say too much or struggle to be understood, which makes the emotional distance from Saturn even stronger.
• Transiting Venus in Cancer: You seek emotional closeness, but feel shut down or unable to connect. Big feelings can pop up, but fear of rejection or not being enough holds you back.
• Transiting Venus in Leo: You want attention and affection, but may not feel appreciated. Saturn’s seriousness can leave you feeling left out or ignored, which is extra tough for fiery Leo Venus.
• Transiting Venus in Virgo: You could get way too critical of yourself or others in relationships. Saturn amplifies the need for perfection, making it hard to relax and enjoy small pleasures.
• Transiting Venus in Libra: There’s a real desire to get along and keep the peace, but Saturn’s heaviness makes it hard to meet halfway. You might struggle to find balance or feel like you’re not being fair to yourself.
• Transiting Venus in Scorpio: Intense feelings get mixed up with fears of loss or betrayal. Trust issues can feel extra raw, and intimacy might feel risky or blocked.
• Transiting Venus in Sagittarius: You want to keep things light and have fun, but Saturn keeps reminding you of boundaries and responsibilities. This can feel like you’re being held back from adventure or joy.
• Transiting Venus in Capricorn: There’s a double whammy of seriousness and self-doubt around love and money. It’s easy to get stuck in “all work, no play” mode or feel like affection has to be earned.
• Transiting Venus in Aquarius: You want space and freedom in relationships but feel restricted. Friends or partners might seem extra distant, or you might feel like you don’t fit in.
• Transiting Venus in Pisces: Your hopes for romance and ideal connection feel especially far away. Saturn’s reality check can bring up a sense of disappointment or make you question what’s real and what’s just a dream.