Starting July 5th, 2022, Mars transits through the sign of Taurus.
Mars is the assertive, ambitious planet that helps us feel more motivated and goal-oriented. And as Mars was in its home sign, Aries, we experienced an increase in drive for the last month or two.
Taurus, on the other hand, is a much more laid-back sign than Aries. Taurus is the gardener of the zodiac, and as an Earth sign, you’ll certainly experience an increase in grounded energy – but it won’t be quite as passionate as we felt when Mars was in Aries.
That’s because Taurus is ruled by pleasure-seeking Venus, the planet of love and beauty. While Taurus’ earthy energy may encourage a sense of responsibility, Venus is all about rest, relaxation, beautiful sights, and good food. However, there are a few ways to squeeze out as much motivation as possible from this transit, and that’s what we’re going to talk about today.
If you want to learn more about how Mars in Taurus will affect you and how to stay as motivated as possible during this time, keep reading to find out everything you need to know!
Here we have the warrior planet, the planet of action and drive, in luxurious, earthy Taurus.
Mars is interested in the pursuit of success, in going after the big goals and refusing to take “no” for an answer. The Taurus zodiac sign pace is a bit slower and urges you to enjoy plenty of rest and relaxation. When these two forces meet, you may experience the perfect balance of motivation and self-care.
Mars encourages action, while the Taurus zodiac sign reminds you that you need to stop and take a break every once in a while.
As an Earth sign, Taurus does love to plan things out, and the energy of this sign isn’t as spontaneous as others. And while Taurus does enjoy leisure activities more than other Earth signs – Virgo and Capricorn – it’s still one of the hardest-working signs of the zodiac. Taurus makes for an extremely loyal employee, and they’ll always tend to their responsibilities – but at the end of the day, this sign recognizes the importance of self-care and downtime.
Additionally, the energy of Taurus urges Mars to slow down a bit, allowing you to truly think about any actions before you take them. While Mars in Aries may be more impulsive and quick-to-action, this is not always a good thing.
With Mars in Taurus, your moves are more strategic than ever.
You really can’t ask for a better combination when it comes to getting things done. Because while you’ll certainly still feel motivated to go after your goals and dreams, you’ll also be able to realize the importance of allowing your mind and body to relax after a hard day’s work!
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But when Mars is in Taurus, you’ll need to be sure to schedule time to unwind.
The warrior planet is now linking up with good ol’ Taurus. And the beauty of it is that Mars and Taurus’ ruling planet, Venus, are lovers. This is a beautiful union to take advantage of! Let’s see what type of themes you can expect during the Mars in Taurus transit.
Mars in Taurus encourages not only a romantic vibe but one that is actionable.
However, while you may feel like running out and telling your crush just how you feel as soon as possible, there’s a phrase that best sums up the appropriate course of action here: “Slow and steady wins the race.”
It’s important to choose a project that you feel inexplicably drawn towards. It’s easier than ever for you to keep your eye on the prize right now, as the focus of Taurus knows no bounds.
You’ll feel more connected to your planner than ever right now.
And as a bonus, writing your goals and dreams down is actually a very effective manifestation technique. When you put your thoughts and desires into words – especially on paper – it’s almost as if you’re casting your very own spell. You’re giving the Universe all the information it needs to begin building a path toward your ultimate dream life.
So, don’t throw caution to the wind right now. Make lists of the things you want to achieve, and listen to the whispers of the Universe for ideas as to how to go about making your fantasies come true with Mars in Taurus.
Taurus knows how important it is to find relief between hard work, lest you become physically or emotionally exhausted.
Therefore, if you really want to accomplish great things during this transit, it’s important that you allow yourself plenty of recovery time between projects. You need your body to be rested and your mind to be at its sharpest right now.
You may need to roll up your sleeves and get your hands dirty right now, as it takes effort to follow your dreams. This effort will be well worth the energy it takes, however. Don’t shy away from hard work, even when you feel more like relaxing. Just make sure that you schedule time for self-care.
Additionally, don’t try to make things happen overnight. This isn’t a transit that creates quick results. This is an energy that requires dedication, determination, and patience.
Try dedicating a notebook to your dreams right now. Make a list of all the things you want to bring into your life – big or small. Putting these dreams to paper will help the Universe realize your commitment to making them happen.
Working with Citrine and Green Aventurine is ideal during this transit, as these are two stones that vastly enhance manifestation work.
What dreams are you making come true right now?
This is the time to embrace your love, ideals, philosophies, and desires that run through you like wild, Andalusian horses. Let your spirit run free, embrace your goals, and work on bringing them into existence.
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