“We must learn who is gold, and who is simply gold-plated.” — Unknown
That quote pretty much sums up the energy of Sun square Venus. This transit happens twice a year, but it never feels the same each time. It’s like a cosmic stress test for your values, relationships, and even your self-worth.
What This Transit Feels Like
Sun square Venus transit stirs tension in love, money, and ego. You may crave affection, beauty, or attention, yet feel unsatisfied. It exposes insecurities around worth, validation, and the balance between what you give and what you truly need.
Remember, the Sun is the brightest light in the sky. It shines on everything, for better or worse. In flowing aspects (trines, sextiles), it illuminates gently. In squares, though, it exposes and sometimes burns.
Don’t be surprised if this transit feels like:
- Sending that risky text to your crush and regretting it later.
- Discovering a financial “oops” or even dishonesty.
- Feeling raw or defensive when someone makes a passing comment.
The Shadow Side
The Sun doesn’t let secrets hide when it squares Venus. It drags issues out into the open, especially around:
- Love: dishonesty, affairs, or feeling unloved can surface.
- Money: ignoring red flags can suddenly backfire.
- Self-worth: insecurities sting harder than usual.
I like to think of it less as “bad luck” and more as a cosmic spotlight showing what you’ve ignored. Squares want movement. If something’s revealed now, you’ll likely feel pushed to act on it.
How To Work With It
Here are a few ways to navigate Sun square Venus without letting it knock you off balance:
1. Check Your Rising Sign
If you’re a Leo rising (ruled by the Sun) or Libra/Taurus rising (ruled by Venus), this transit hits closer to home.
2. Look At Your Natal Venus
- Venus with easy aspects (like trines to Saturn or Jupiter)? This might feel like a small nudge.
- Venus unaspected or already in hard aspects? The square could feel sharper, like a sore spot being pressed.
3. Note The House
The house where your natal Venus sits will tell you where Sun square Venus is likely to show up. Here’s how it can play out:
- Venus in the 4th House (home, family, roots)
Expect tension around family dynamics or your living space. A visit to your parents could turn into a guilt trip, or you might discover financial stress within the household (like a relative revealing debt). You could also feel torn between wanting peace at home and the reality of clashing personalities under the same roof. - Venus in the 9th House (travel, beliefs, learning)
Travel plans may go sideways, like delayed flights or unexpected costs abroad. If you’re in school, you might question whether your studies are worth the effort. Or you could run into debates about your worldview. Sun square Venus here often exposes clashes between personal beliefs and the values of others. - Venus in the 3rd House (communication, writing, siblings)
This one can feel like hitting a creative wall. Writers may stare at a blank page and feel like the words just won’t come. Conversations with siblings, neighbors, or friends could feel sharper or less supportive than usual. Minor issues with a car or vehicle could also pop up.
4. Remember: It’s Temporary
This isn’t Pluto, we’re not talking years. Sun square Venus lasts just a few days. The discomfort passes as quickly as it shows up.
An Example From Practice
A client of mine had transit Sun in Gemini squaring her natal Venus in Virgo. Normally, she loved chatting with her coworkers during breaks. But during this transit, every conversation felt unbearable, like nails on a chalkboard. She couldn’t sit in the room without feeling irritated.
When I checked her chart, transit Sun at 12° Gemini was exactly square her Venus at 12° Virgo. The message was loud and clear: she no longer wanted to spend her energy on gossip. The transit didn’t ruin her friendships, but it revealed where she’d outgrown the dynamic.
That’s how Sun square Venus works. It shines a harsh light, not to punish, but to show you what no longer aligns.
Not Every Transit Is A Crisis
Some people barely notice this aspect; others feel it deeply. If Venus plays a big role in your chart, or you’re Leo rising, you’ll likely feel it more. If not, it may pass like background static.
Either way, Sun square Venus isn’t out to ruin your life. It’s here to remind you:
- Where you’ve been settling.
- What feels off-balance in love or money.
- How much your self-worth depends on outside approval.
What To Remember
Sun square Venus can sting, yes, but it also clears the air. If something comes to light during this time, see it as an invitation to realign. The Sun isn’t cruel… it just refuses to let us hide from the truth.
If this transit leaves you feeling exposed, take it as a cue to check in with yourself. Is this about what you truly value, or about chasing someone else’s approval? That clarity, uncomfortable as it may be, is the real gift of Sun square Venus.
