Yolanda McAdam
Venus in Gemini (April - August 2020)

Venus danced into Gemini yesterday and will remain there for four months (3 April - 6 August 2020). This visit is extended because, in May, Venus will retrace her steps (retrograde) but for now let’s focus on Venus’s April charms.
Venus in Gemini is chatty, curious, flirty and fun-loving. We’re talking Margot Robbie and Kristen Bell sparkle and shine here (both have natal Venus in Gemini).
In Gemini, Venus reflects and answers to Mercury, Gemini’s ruling planet.
Mercury is presently in Pisces and in detriment which means Mercury’s influence is weakened in this watery sign. Mercury’s tone will be subdued but soothing and the overall mood dreamy and poetic.
Venus in response will delight at this time in poetic and romantic exchanges. This is the time to write old-fashioned letters, read and write sonnets or quote Emily Dickinson and Rupi Kaur. This is also an excellent month to take your art online. Play your music, share your creations, read your stories.
If you haven’t been adding to your personal library and organized your bookshelf yet now is the time to do so (Gemini is the sign associated with books).
Gemini is also associated with lung and respiratory illnesses. Venus here is a welcome sign and because she’s in a positive aspect with Chiron this month there’s the promise of healing and recovery (although please note you would have to take a look at your own natal chart for planetary afflictions).
Venus especially will soothe nerves and help us all feel a lot calmer.
For added benefits drink Venus-ruled Linden blossom and yarrow tea.
When Mercury moves into Aries next week on the 11th, expect declarations of amour, and an increase in friendly exchanges. This will be an excellent time to start that online blog or business or to write that book.
Horoscopes
Please read journal prompt and meditation for your sun sign and rising sign if you know it.
A quick note about Venus:
Venus encourages a deeper relationship with ourselves and the people and things we love.
Aries
How can you add humour and light-hearted fun to your daily interactions with people? (online of course)
"A sense of humor is part of the art of leadership, of getting along with people, of getting things done" –Dwight D. Eisenhower
Taurus
Are you ready to step up and be seen?
"What you are afraid to do is a clear indication of the next thing you need to do." - Ralph Waldo Emerson
Gemini
With all eyes on you for the next few months, how are you going to use your allure and charm to help both yourself and others?
"True belonging only happens when we present our authentic, imperfect selves to the world, our sense of belonging can never be greater than our level of self-acceptance."
Cancer
What is your soul crying out for?
Affirm:
I am a unique and creative genius, capable of realizing my most expansive dreams in life and fulfilling my true purpose.
Leo
How can you bring more beauty/play into your community this month?
“I alone cannot change the world, but I can cast a stone across the waters to create many ripples.” - Mother Theresa
Virgo
The ‘doing’ side of our nature needs a ‘being’ side to be in balance.
How can you just "be" for 30 minutes every day?
Libra
Let your curiosity lead the way.
What would you like to learn more about?
Scorpio
What kind of person are you choosing to be?
“Don’t surrender all your joy for an idea you used to have about yourself that isn’t true anymore.” – Cheryl Strayed
Sagittarius
No relationship is more important than the one you have with yourself. That said, what are the people in your life revealing about themselves at this time?
"I want to be in a relationship where you telling me you love me is just a ceremonious validation of what you already show me."
Capricorn
What possibilities lie behind the screen of your “reality”?
The world is full of magical things patiently waiting for our senses to grow sharper.
Aquarius
What is stopping you from claiming happiness for yourself?
Remember, If that idea or special someone is still on your mind then it’s worth taking the risk.
Pisces
Who and what is for you?
Affirm:
I let what needs to go, go, and wait for what remains to reveal itself to me.
xo
Yolanda