This period indicates a time of notable tension for you with Mars transiting in Leo and squaring your composite Pholus in Taurus. Fire meets earth, sparking both determination and resistance. The brash confidence of Leo clashed with the grounded stubbornness of Taurus, and this square may exacerbate those areas of your shared life that have become too stuck or too chaotic.

Mars in Leo is loud and expressive, passionate about seizing life and defining its course. This transit could agitate a desire for recognition, dramatic expression, or self-promotion within your relationship. You might find yourselves more prone to arguments or power struggles as you vie for the spotlight or stand your ground on deeply held convictions.

Pholus in Taurus on the composite chart, however, represents a slow-burning, persistent transformative energy in your relationship. These quiet, rhythmical changes might now feel rushed or forced as Mars casts a beam of impatience and brusqueness. The challenge lies in managing the conflicting energies without retreating into stubbornness or succumbing to a sense of urgency that could lead to impulsive actions.

For instance, you both may be working on a shared project, a business perhaps. The strain surfaces when one of you, invigorated by Mars in Leo, wants to expand rapidly, take risks and attract attention, while the other, influenced by Pholus in Taurus, insists on gradually scaling, preserving resources and maintaining stability.

Navigating the tension requires a balanced approach. Let the Mars energy motivate you, push you out of your comfort zones, but temper this with the steadfastness and foresight of Taurus. Be flexible to compromise. Competition could be stimulating and productive, and at the same time, steadiness ensures that growth is sustainable and meaningful. It's a dynamism of fire and earth, an interplay of speed and patience. Remember, it's an opportunity for growth and understanding, not just for you individually, but for your relationship as a composite entity.

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