Brainstorm: Venus / Mars Astrology Aspects

he planet of love meets the planet of desire. Harmony or conflict between inner masculine and feminine forces. Inability to reconcile masculine and feminine forces within. Action and attraction, clash or blending. Angry with women. Overly compromising with men. Angry at having to be in a relationship. Conflicts between needing social interaction and the desire to do what you want when you want. Attracting what you want. Frustration or ease in relationships (depending on the aspect).

Written in short, fragmented sentences, this article embraces a loose, brainstorm-style of writing. Entertaining read for experienced astrologers and newbies alike. This article is included in the Planetary Combinations astrology eBook . . .

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When I go out with the ladies, I don’t force them to pronounce my name. I tell them I like to go by the nickname of Kitten.
– Joaquin Phoenix, actor & musician Walk the Line, Venus conjunct Mars in Scorpio (quote source)

Knowing what you want and taking the initiative to get it. Taking the initiative in relationships. Taking the initiative in social situations. Leading the relationship. Taking the lead in negotiations. The first to try to a new style. Being at the leading edge of style. Showing the way in art, fashion, beauty or style. A creative leader. A social pioneer. An artistic pioneer. A pioneer in money and finance. The drive for wealth. The drive for comfort. The drive for sensual pleasure. Irritable in relationships. Irritable with social demands. Physical grace. Graceful movement. A perfect blend of masculine and feminine. Forceful yet tactful. Assertive yet cooperative. Driven yet peaceful.

Valuing physical force. Feeling attracted to physically forceful people. Feeling attracted to aggressive people. Forcing your aesthetic. Forcing your personal taste. Conflict or harmony between social urges and selfish drives. Competitive in love. Competitive in social situations. Competitive in relationships.

Conflicts between getting along and getting what you want. Problems compromising. Stimulating relationships. Physically symmetrical. Sexual charm. Sexual balance. Cohesive energy. Putting energy into relationships. Putting energy into creativity. Putting energy into the way you look. Putting effort into your appearance. Putting energy into being attractive. Angry about beauty. Competing in artistic competitions. Beauty competitions. Looking for the next conquest. Impatient in social situations. Impatient in relationships. Assertive in creative pursuits. Assertive in social situations. Assertive in securing funds.

Venus

Other Names

Androphonos, "man-slayer"
Afrodita
Aphrodite in Greek, (Venus is her Roman counterpart)
Aphrodite Urania (Eldest of the Three Fates)
Epitymbria, "of the tombs"
Goddess of Death-in-Life
Goddess of Love
Melaenis, "black one"
Scotia, "dark one"

Photo of text — The Greek Myths: 1, by Robert Graves "Aphrodite's Nature and Deeds"

Myths

The Fates assigned only one divine duty to Venus...to make love
When Venus tried weaving, Athene, Goddess of Wisdom got so upset that Venus was infringing on her territory, that Venus apologized and never did a day's work after that
Through a complicated chain of events, Venus and Persephone, Queen of the Underworld were in a fight over the affections of the handsome mortal man, Adonis
She (at least once) renewed her virginity in the sea
When Venus and Persephone fought over Adonis, it was Calliope, Muse of Eloquence, who handed down the judgment that the two Goddesses had equal claim to him. It was arranged that Adonis would spend 1/3 year with Venus, 1/3 with Persephone, and 1/3 by himself
Mars (Ares), God of War was so envious of Venus's relationship with Adonis that he transformed into a boar and gored Adonis to death in front of her
Hephaestus, her husband, laid a trap and caught Venus and Mars with a net, while they were in bed together
Hephaestus tried to get all of the other Gods involved in his marriage problems, which Zeus (Jupiter), King of the Gods, thought was repugnant

Symbols

Magic Girdle: the magic girdle made everyone fall in love with whoever was wearing it
Venus would not lend the Magic Girdle to any of the other goddesses

Relations

Daughter of Zeus (Jupiter), King of the Gods
Lover to Mars (Ares), God of War
Mother of Eros (her son with either Mars, Mercury, or Jupiter -her father - depending on the source)
Mother of Phobus, Deimus, and Harmonia (with Mars)
Mother of Priapus (with Dionysus)
Mother of many other children, including Hermaphroditus
Object of both Mercury (Hermes) and Neptune's (Poseidon) affections (they were in love with her)
Rival of Persephone, Queen of the Underworld for the affections of the handsome mortal, Adonis
Sister of the Erinnyes, aka The Furies
Wife of Vulcan (Hephaestus), whom she cheated on with Mars

Cycles

Keywords

Arts Appreciation
Beauty & Good Looks
Charm & Romance
Love & Flirting
Relationship Commitment
Style & Aesthetic
Values & Self-Worth
Wealth & Assets
Your Taste in...Whatever (Al Gusto)

Roles

Art reviewer
Artist
Beautiful person
Diplomat
Eye candy
Fashion designer
Fashionista
Graphic designer
Illustrator
Interior designer
Negotiator
Peacemaker
Seducer
Style icon
Stylist

Missions

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Experiences

Blows to your self-esteem (with Chiron, The Wounded Healer)
Discovering you have a rival for the affections of someone you're interested in (with Persephone)
Temptation (with Mars)
Upsets to your relationship (with Uranus)
Upgrades to your beauty routine (with Jupiter)