As Mars transits in Taurus, your shared Mercury in Cancer may encounter an uncomfortable square, adding a layer of friction to your joint communication. Taurus represents stubbornness and stability, while Mars, the planet of passion and aggression, could add an extra dose of determination and single-mindedness. This squared with your shared Mercury in nurturing Cancer could create tensions, particularly if you're both used to expressing your feelings in a soft and loving manner.

This transit may translate into a rigid exchange of feelings and thoughts. You could find your usual mode of emotional exchange becomes more constrained, winding through a labyrinth of stubbornness. The desire to dig in heels could be higher, with the typically comforting Cancer-Mercury energy taking a backseat to the unyielding Martian influence. This could also prompt a feeling of pressure valve relentlessness, lending the ambiance of trying to share delicate emotions while wearing boxing gloves.

How does this play out practically? Imagine yourself in a simple disagreement over a shared decision. Mars in Taurus's steadfastness may have you both rigidly rooted in your opinions, adamant about your stance. Mercury in Cancer, typically adept at communicating with sensitivity, may feel drowned out by this obstinate energy, introducing feelings of frustration and restlessness into the conversation.

The key to navigating this transit is to remember that compromise isn't the same as defeat. Lean into your shared Mercury in Cancer; allow it to guide your conversations back towards empathy and understanding. Remember, as a couple, your strength lies in navigating these rough patches skillfully. Even in the midst of this distinctly challenging transit, your strength as a pair is that much greater.

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