As Venus transits through sensual Taurus, you both need to brace for a period of refinement, relationship recalibration and heightened communication. This planetary movement reflected by the quincunx to your composite Mercury in Capricorn, awakens in you an intense need to express love and affection, which may initially seem disjointed with the pragmatic approach you generally maintain towards your relationship. Taurus values stability, luxury and comfort while Capricorn seeks practicality and results.

The quincunx aspect will test the depth of your commitment. Liz and Helen, an artist and an investment banker respectively, can be taken as an illustrative scenario. Both deeply in love, with Venus in Taurus, Liz finds herself lavishing on unorthodox art mediums to express her love, often overlooked by Helen who's busy evaluating their financial security. The friction arises from Liz's Taurus tendency seeking indulgence versus Helen's Capricorn practicality.

Emotions escalated by Venus may initially seem incompatible with your usual Capricornian diplomacy and detachment. The secret, though, to mitigate this discord lies in appreciating your differences and cultivating empathy. Stay open to each other's perspectives, for this transit calls towards integrating these dissimilar energies to achieve a harmonious balance.

Use this period for deep communication. Helen needs to express her legitimate concerns about financial practicality, while Liz needs to articulate her need for extravagance in expressing love. It's learning how to love in one's language and feeling loved in each other's essence.

In this transit, elements of pleasure and comfort highlighted by Venus in Taurus can be a wonderful foil to Mercury in Capricorn's practicality. Find a productive middle ground. It could be as simple as Liz finding cost-effective resources for her art or Helen prioritizing intimate getaways occasionally.

This period, though might seem challenging, will strengthen your relationship if navigated wisely. Be patient and show understanding towards each other. Shed inhibitions and express your emotional needs constructively. Embrace the beauty of Venus and the realism of Mercury, and you'll discover new depths and dimensions in your relationship.

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