Astrological Cycle's Return Signals Unsettled Times in Love, Work, and Finances

An astrological phenomenon known as Venus retrograde is set to return this month, a period historically associated with turbulence in personal relationships, career changes, and financial markets. This celestial event, where Venus appears to move backward in the sky from Earth's perspective, is currently occurring in the zodiac sign of Scorpio, a sign linked to intensity, obsession, and transformation.

Astrologers note that Venus retrograde periods often coincide with significant upheaval. For instance, Ariana Grande and Pete Davidson's engagement ended in October 2018, during the previous Venus retrograde in Scorpio. IMAGE1

Karena Sophia, an astrologer and feng shui expert, shared her personal experience: "During the last Venus retrograde in Scorpio, in 2018, I decided I wanted a divorce after 17 years of marriage." IMAGE2

Daisy Forrest, an astrologer and tarot card reader, advises looking back at personal records from past Venus retrograde periods. "If you have a diary, photographs, or a calendar from 2018, then now is the time to look back at what concerned you then," she suggests. IMAGE3

Historically, this astrological alignment has also been linked to notable financial shifts. Astrologer Jane Dimond recalled her own experiences during a previous Venus retrograde in Scorpio: "I began a series of health tests which ended with a complete overhaul of my diet and lifestyle." IMAGE5

Further underscoring the astrological connection to major life events, Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck announced their engagement in 2002 during a Scorpio retrograde. IMAGE4

In astrology, Scorpio is associated with the darker, more hidden aspects of life, including our obsessions, jealousies, and secrets. IMAGE6 When Venus, the planet of love, beauty, and values, retrogrades in this sign, it can bring these submerged issues to the surface, prompting intense self-reflection and potentially explosive changes.