Dancing with Venus: Morning Star, Evening Star, and the Cosmic Drama of Retrograde

Let’s Talk Venus: The OG Glow-Up Guru

Venus isn’t just a planet; she’s a vibe. Known as the goddess of love, beauty, and money, Venus works overtime weaving magic into our relationships, desires, and the things we hold dear. But here’s the plot twist—she has two dazzling sides: the enchanting Evening Star and the bold, get-it-done Morning Star. And when she retrogrades? Oh honey, that’s when the cosmic tea gets spilled.

Venus as the Evening Star: The Dark Feminine in Full Glow

When Venus graces the evening sky, she’s all about embodying the dark feminine—the magnetic, mysterious, and unapologetically alluring energy. This is your "lean into your power" phase. Think slow-burning passion, seductive confidence, and that I know my worth vibe. As an Evening Star, Venus whispers to us to savor what we love, connect deeply, and reflect on the values that define our lives. This is where soulpreneurs with night charts—hello, dark feminine queens—feel lit.

Morning Star Venus: The Rebirth Babe

When Venus transitions to the morning sky, she goes full-on phoenix mode. After retreating into the cosmic shadows during her retrograde (more on that drama in a sec), she emerges as a fearless force of action and clarity. Morning Star Venus is for the go-getters, the manifesters, and the trailblazers. She’s saying, “You’ve done the soul work; now own it.” For those with day charts, this energy is like your astrological espresso shot.

Venus Retrograde: The Cosmic Glow-Down (and Level-Up)

Every 18 months, Venus goes retrograde—and in 2025, she’s moonwalking from fiery Aries back to dreamy Pisces. Translation? This is the ultimate cosmic check-in. Retrograde Venus isn’t here to mess you up; she’s here to wake you up.

Here’s the deal: retrogrades are about reflection, realignment, and (yes) recalibration. Relationships may feel like they’re under a microscope, your business values could shift, and old patterns might surface like that ex who just can’t let go. The key? Don’t panic.

This is the perfect time to:

• Revisit Your Desires: Are your goals in alignment with your higher self? Or are you chasing something just because you think you "should"?
• Refine Relationships: Whether it’s your clients, collaborators, or your partner, ask yourself—does this connection feel mutually enriching?
• Redefine Your Worth: Reassess your pricing, your boundaries, and what you’re calling into your life. (Because babe, your energy is your currency.)
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Venus’ Duality in Myth and Meaning

Venus as the Morning Star has historically been linked to the myth of Lucifer—the light-bringer, the rebel, the one who dared to defy. As the Evening Star, she’s Hesperus, the beacon of twilight, embodying grace and deep introspection. Across cultures and beliefs, Venus’ dual nature speaks to transformation—the journey from darkness to light and back again.

In Mesoamerican traditions, Venus is personified by Quetzalcoatl, the Feathered Serpent. As the Morning Star, Quetzalcoatl represents transformation, renewal, and the light-bringer archetype. His story echoes Venus’ cycles of death and rebirth, embodying themes of sacrifice and regeneration. Quetzalcoatl’s duality—divine yet earthly, creator yet destroyer—mirrors Venus’ own cosmic dance between her Evening and Morning phases. His myth adds depth to Venus’ narrative, showing how celestial movements inspire universal stories of growth and renewal.

As soulpreneurs, we dance with these cycles daily: the hustle of creation (Morning Star) and the magic of receiving (Evening Star).

How to Work Venus Energy in Your Biz (and Life)

While Venus is retrograde (March 1 to April 12, 2025), use this time for inner work, so you can slay when she returns as the Morning Star.

Here’s your cheat sheet:

• For Evening Star Vibes: Journal on your "why." Reflect on what makes your work feel meaningful. Use human design to understand where your energy flows best—and lean into it.

• For Morning Star Mojo: Post-retrograde, turn those reflections into action. Launch that passion project. Raise your prices. Show up unapologetically.

• Practical Tip: Plan a Venus-themed event or podcast series around this cycle. Your clients will love the mix of cosmic wisdom and actionable strategy.

Final Thoughts: Glow With the Flow

Venus isn’t just a planet in the sky; she’s the cosmic guide to living authentically, powerfully, and beautifully. Whether you’re basking in her Evening Star mystique or charging ahead with her Morning Star drive, remember—she’s got your back. And during retrograde? That’s just her way of saying, “Pause, reflect, and let’s come back stronger.”

So light a candle, grab your journal, and pour some tea for Venus. She’s got lessons to teach, and you’re ready to learn. Let’s glow, babe.