As Ceres transits through Libra and forms a square with Neptune in Capricorn in your composite chart, this period marks a significant phase in your relationship, centralizing around the themes of nurturing and illusion. The caring, harmonious nature of Libra clashes with the often unrealistic and idealistic tendencies brought by Neptune in Capricorn, suggesting a time when the way you care for each other and the expectations you have might not align perfectly with the more practical aspects of your partnership.

This transit pushes both of you to confront illusions or unrealistic expectations you may have had about each other or the relationship. Ceres' influence in Libra seeks balance and fairness in caregiving, prompting you to evaluate whether both partners are equally giving and receiving affection and support. However, the square to Neptune could cloud this process, making it difficult to see situations clearly or to communicate your needs effectively.

You may find that what one partner perceives as caring, the other might view as smothering or insufficient. The key challenge here is to bridge the gap between ideal and reality, to adjust the ways in which you support each other so that your nurturing actions are both valued and based in reality, not just wishful thinking.

To navigate this transit successfully, focus on open, honest communication. Discuss what true support looks like to each of you and be willing to listen to each other's perspectives without judgment. It's a powerful time for healing but acknowledging each other's needs and vulnerabilities is crucial. Be mindful to ground your expectations and understand that true care sometimes involves tough love or realistic appraisals of each other's capabilities and limits.

This period is ripe for growth, inviting you to foster a deeper, more realistic understanding of how to care for each other in ways that honor both the relationship's and individual's dreams and limitations.

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