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Aries
March 21-April 19
With proactive Mars hopping in and out of your intimacy corner for much of 2016, your sex life is heating up! While he’s moving forward January 3-March 5 and June 29-August 2, you won’t have any problem pursuing a guy you’re attracted to and taking the lead in bed. But when Mars backtracks in that house May 27-June 29, you’re in danger of hooking up with an ex or arguing with your mate. Vow now: You’re not going to recycle old boyfriends or get into power struggles with current ones. Mars charges ahead in your exploration zone March 5-April 17 and August 2-September 27, pushing you to learn, travel, and do something gutsy, so dust off that grad school application, renew your passport, or start an online petition. Raring-to-go Rams need to practice patience April 17-May 27 when Mars’ retrograde depletes your motivation and causes annoying travel mix-ups. Those weeks are perfect for pinpointing a belief you need to get rid of so it stops dictating what you can and can’t do. Kick those body issues to the curb!
Massive Jupiter is camped out in your routine-and-health sector, nudging you to get more out of your day and take better care of yourself. If you’re not thrilled with your job, find one that gets you more excited. And if that’s not in the cards, ask your boss for bigger responsibilities. Too much is never enough as far as Jupiter is concerned, making this the year to achieve your biggest fitness goal. Triathlon? Just do it! Jupiter is the planet of ethics, so you might opt to revamp your diet by adding meatless Mondays, becoming a locavore, or going full-out vegan. When Jupiter crosses your partnership angle on September 9 for a 13-month visit, your relationships get a welcome boost. You’re bound to meet more people and feel hopeful about love, and you could fall for someone far away—or just someone who’s really different from you. Commitment is favored, meaning a major business deal or marriage proposal are distinct possibilities.
Watch for relationship change on March 23, when a lunar eclipse in that part of your chart brings a close connection to a turning point. If a breakup seems imminent, the eclipse is likely to force your hand (or theirs). But you might also take things to the next level around that time. Then on April 7, the new moon in Aries brings a personal fresh start. Since the moon is vibing with both rebellious Uranus and stable Saturn, you should be able to shake up your life without going off the rails. So instead of quitting your job to backpack around Europe, you might put in a request for a transfer to the Paris office. Win-win!
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Taurus
April 20-May 20
It’s all about relationships, with Mars weaving in and out of your partnership and sharing houses until late September. Whatever you do from January 3 to March 5, and June 29 to August 2, you’ll get more out of it with a plus-one, so don’t go it alone. Invite a friend to join you on your morning runs or add your boyfriend to your theater subscription. While Mars travels retrograde April 17-June 29, work on improving your fighting technique—and no, we’re not talking about kickboxing class! Consider how you deal with sticky subjects like sex, jealousy, or joint finances, and figure out the best way to work through conflicts. Hint: It’s not the silent treatment. Actually, you might be better off holding your tongue while Mercury backtracks in Taurus April 28-May 22, increasing the likelihood of being misunderstood. That’s the perfect time to rethink a personal decision, so get thinking. When Mars moves forward in your intimacy zone March 5-April 17 and August 2-September 27, your libido will be in overdrive, but don’t worry if you’re not attracted to anybody during those periods. Believe it or not, digging into a passion project could be as satisfying as sex. Well, okay, almost.
Lucky Jupiter is hanging out in your love-and-happiness house for most of 2016, so chances are you do have at least a crush. Don’t hide it! Wear your heart on your sleeve, live a little, and take some risks with your creativity too. But don’t risk getting pregnant unless that’s the plan—while Jupiter’s in this house, you’re extra fertile! After Jupiter arrives in your efficiency zone on September 9 for a 13-month visit, tackling your work—and your workouts—with enthusiasm will pay off. You could land a major client and get into the best shape of your life if you put in the hours. So throw yourself into what you’re doing, and be proud of what you can manage to accomplish when you put your mind to it.
Saturn also wants you to get down to business, but he’s stressing a different kind of accomplishment. This is your year to get over a fear, recover from a loss, pay off a debt, make a savvy investment, or secure outside funding. The themes are transformation and interdependence, so whether you need to start going to therapy, clean up a money mess, or work on sharing issues in your relationship, you’ll be glad you pushed yourself to do it.
Venus graces your sign from April 29 until May 24, making you virtually irresistible. Since you’re ultra charming and magnetic and feeling your most attractive during those weeks, pack your calendar with dates and parties. And ask for what you want!
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Gemini
May 21-June 20
Your ruler, Mercury, turns retrograde four times in 2016. Minimize the nuisance by avoiding life-changing decisions, major purchases (especially technology), and signing contracts during these dates: January 5-25, April 28-May 22, August 30-September 22, and December 19-January 8, 2017.
Mars goes retrograde this year as well, calling for you to slow down a relationship or reconnect with people between April 17 and May 27, and eliminate bad habits between May 27 and June 29. While the doer planet travels forward in your productivity house January 3-March 5 and June 29-August 2, focus on getting stuff done—your job, to-do list and gym membership are all calling your name. From March 5 to April 17, and August 2 to September 27, Mars in your relationship angle hints that recruiting a partner for as many of your activities as possible will keep your motivation up and make life more fun. Why go shopping alone when your best friend doesn’t mind tagging along and telling you which jeans make your bum look the best?
Sometimes you just want to relax at home, and with Jupiter in your domestic corner, as nonessential as it may sound, nesting should be a priority. You need to feel good about where you live now, so redecorating, renovating, or relocating may be in order. And you also need to feel supported and secure, meaning you shouldn’t hesitate to turn to family—and people who feel like family—when you need a favor or a bit of TLC, especially between May 9 and September 9 while Jupiter is direct. After Jupiter lands in your fulfillment corner on September 9, life gets more exciting. You’ll be more willing to take chances for the sake of your own happiness, so it doesn’t much matter if you’re diving into a long-distance love affair or launching your stand-up act. If your heart is in it, take a leap of faith! One caveat: Jupiter will enhance your creativity and procreativity for the next year, so if you’re trying to conceive, that’s obviously a good thing. Not ready to be a mom? Unprotected sex doesn’t count as a leap of faith; it’s just a bad idea.
Saturn in your partnership angle is pushing you to take things a step further and seal the deal. A relationship will doubtless be tested, and you’ll either decide to go your separate ways or make things more official. You might also form a business partnership or go public with something big you’ve been working on for quite awhile. Speaking of big debuts, the new moon in your sign on June 4 links with image-conscious Venus, giving you the go-ahead to try out a different look. If anyone can pull off a pixie cut, it’s a forever-young Gemini!
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Cancer
June 21-July 22
Thanks to mobilizing Mars bouncing back and forth between your work and play sectors for much of the year, you’ll pull off the admirable feat of getting loads done and still managing to enjoy life. Between January 3-March 5 and June 29-August 2, fun gets the green light. Juggle dates with different guys or act out a sexual fantasy with your partner. Whether you’re hankering for more romance in your relationship, a fling with your on-and-off crush, or an adventurous outing with your pals, take control and make it happen. While Mars backpedals in that house May 27-June 29, try unearthing an old hobby or revising a creative project. But rekindling an old flame could be a mistake! Mars charges ahead in your work-and-health zone March 5-April 17 and August 2-September 27, giving you a whopping total of 14 super productive weeks. Take advantage by logging hours where they’ll do the most good—the office and the gym being the two likeliest hot spots. When Mars retrogrades there April 17-May 27, reevaluate how you spend your time and revisit old problems. This is an ideal opportunity to dump an unhealthy habit or an inane time-waster.
Jupiter wants you to be less of a homebody and more of a social butterfly for the first three quarters of 2016. Go out of your way to meet people from different places and cultures. Cram in as much learning, writing, talking, and listening as you can. You should also try to travel, but you may not need to venture far to find inspiration. Even checking out a Chinese-art exhibit at a local museum will keep you engaged. After Jupiter dips down to the bottom of your chart on September 9, you have full permission to cocoon. But keep your brain buzzing with domestic learning—try out challenging recipes, study the housing market, (Jupiter favors moving!) or research your family roots. Comfort is even more essential than usual, so you might opt for home improvements. But feeling comfortable in your own skin could take top priority, in which case carving out time for introspection, journaling, and talking to family members about the past will give you peace.
Saturn lingers in your duties house all year, compelling you to do what you have to do at work and everywhere else. Develop stronger skills with the help of a mentor, secure an apprenticeship in the industry you’re trying to get into or take on seemingly thankless tasks that will eventually get you noticed. Don’t take shortcuts when it comes to health and fitness. Cleanses and fad workouts promising instant results are not the way to go. Saturn makes you earn everything! If you’re incredibly organized and disciplined, you’ll achieve your goals slowly but surely. Flash in the pan isn’t your style anyway, right?
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Leo
July 23-August 22
If you can’t seem to decide between staying in and going out this year, that’s because Mars will spend most of 2016 popping in and out of your domestic and play sectors. From January 3-March 5 and June 29-August 2, you’ll be amazingly productive working from home and working on your home. If you’ve been putting off dealing with a family or household issue, now’s the time. Your slob roommate can’t help but clean up her act when you’ve got Mars on your side! Get out and enjoy life March 5-April 17 and August 2-September 27 while the go-for-it planet is on the move. Chase after what—and whom—you want, and express your larger-than-life Leo personality. You want people to love you for who you really are, so show off your best qualities and your quirks. When Mars goes retrograde in that house April 17-May 27, resist getting back together with an ex and rediscover a healthier passion instead. You won’t regret getting your old camera out of the closet, but you can’t say the same for sexting the jerk who broke up with you over Snapchat.
With Jupiter in your worth zone, you might be stacking paper thanks to a good job and smart saving—or opening up a new stream of income with a side gig. But on the flip side, since Jupiter’s thing is excess, overspending could become a problem. Play the lottery when the moment is right to satisfy your urge to splurge. Hey, you never know—Jupiter is also the planet of luck! When he lands in your communication house on September 9, positive thinking, curiosity, and friendliness can open up your world in the ensuing year. A constant flow of people, ideas, and information is coming your way, broadening your social circle and your mind.
Saturn is more interested in you fulfilling your destiny than having a good time, even though he’s parked in your joy corner all year. He’s trying to get you to take yourself, your love life, your creative potential, and your personal fulfillment more seriously. Taking a disciplined approach to your pursuit of happiness may sound contradictory at first, but having what your heart desires and becoming who you were meant to be are worth working for, no? So be more strategic when it comes to dating and get up early every day to write a page of your novel. No matter what happens, you can feel proud of your effort.
While Venus is in Leo from July 12 to August 5, you won’t have to work hard to get what you want. You’re looking and feeling your most dazzling during those weeks, so don’t hesitate to outshine everyone! July 20 and 31 are peak dates for making an impression.
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Virgo
August 23-September 22
Your ruler, Mercury, turns retrograde four times in 2016. Minimize the nuisance by avoiding life-changing decisions, major purchases, (especially technology) and signing contracts during these dates: January 5-25, April 28-May 22, August 30-September 22, and December 19-January 8, 2017.
The karmic north node of the moon is in Virgo all year, making you the reliable, go-to person for everybody. (What’s new about that, right?) In this case, being a leader will boost your confidence and bring beneficial contacts, opportunities, and recognition your way. Jupiter in your sign is another major plus. You’re throwing caution to the wind more than ever before and exploring new possibilities of who you can be and what you can do. If all this personal growth has resulted in a full plate, you’ll be relieved to hear that Jupiter goes retrograde from January 7 to May 9, giving you a chance to decide what to keep building on and what to let go. Press Pause and take stock of how far you’ve come since last August. Then ask yourself which hopes, goals, and changes mean the most to you. Double down on those between May 9 and September 9 while Jupiter wraps up its time in your sign. After that, his 13-month visit to your worth corner calls for you to make the most of your talents, finances, possessions, and self-esteem.
With Mars moving in and out of your communication and domestic sectors, you’ll spend January 3-March 5 and May 27-August 2 focusing on siblings, your community, writing, learning, and expressing yourself. Your thoughts and speech are apt to be bolder than usual, but while Mars backpedals in that house between May 27 and June 29, you’d be better off rethinking a decision or revising a writing project than doing a lot of talking. Misunderstandings and arguments are likely, so try not to overreact. Work from home or on your home or deal with a family matter March 5-May 27 and August 2-September 27. If you feel irritable between April 17 and May 27 or find a relative hard to handle, alone time at home doing whatever you please will help you decompress.
Saturn may also be pushing you to tackle a family or household issue, and he’s almost certainly compelling you to put down roots and be a grownup. Whether you need tough love or TLC, know that you can take care of yourself.
On September 1, the Virgo solar eclipse is a fantastic excuse for personal reinvention, but with Mercury retrograde (in Virgo, no less), your judgment won’t be on point. Ponder a new-and-improved you that clarifies your identity—so the way you come across will reveal more of your true personality. Then put your idea into action after Merc moves forward on September 22.
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Libra
September 23-October 22
Letting go is a big theme for Libras this year, with aspirational Jupiter hanging in your release sector until September. Relationships are your thing, but your own spiritual growth is more important now. You might start a dream journal, take up meditation or yoga, get into therapy, or just allow yourself more peaceful downtime. A sacrifice or act of selfless love will be good for you, as long as you resist playing the martyr. Usually you’re into connecting with individuals, but now you’re in more of a “we’re all connected” mindset that could lure you into an ashram or volunteer work and everything in between. When Jupiter makes its grand entrance in Libra on September 9, you’re ready for a different kind of growth. It’s time to branch out, take risks, seize opportunities, and get to know yourself—and the world—better. Embrace new experiences and go wherever your wanderlust takes you. Freedom and optimism can conquer your infamous indecision and lead you to exotic places and exciting adventures. Big change is in the air!
The lunar eclipse on March 23 signals another turning point, and although you might feel like a woman on the verge of a nervous breakdown, you can turn that feeling into a positive. Notice what’s pushing you over the edge and consider bumping that thing—or person—down a few spots on your priority list. Or liberate yourself by walking away.
With Mars jumping in and out of your worth and communication houses, you’re dealing with finances and possessions January 3-March 5 and May 27-August 2, then gathering info, getting in touch and sharing ideas March 5-May 27 and August 2-September 27. While Mars is retrograde April 17 to May 27, watch what you say and avoid hasty decisions. Revise a writing project, reconcile with a sibling, or reconnect with a neighbor. Evaluate how a habitual way of thinking affects your behavior, and resolve to change that dynamic. During the rest of Mars retrograde from May 27 until June 29, channel your energy into decluttering and reviewing your budget, and avoid fighting over money, possessions, and values. And beware of impulse spending!
Saturn can protect you from iffy choices, since he’s parked in your thinking-and-talking corner throughout 2016, making you more focused, serious-minded and discerning. You may be a little less flirty than usual, but the honesty and gravitas that Saturn brings to your communication has its own appeal. Use this time to organize your clever ideas and study something that will help you get ahead.
While lovely Venus visits your sign August 29-September 23, you’ll ooze charm, warmth, magnetism, and beauty. You’re so irresistible that you won’t be hearing “no” from anyone—but you may need to say it. With Mercury retrograde during those weeks, think twice before you decide what (and whom) you want.
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Scorpio
October 23-November 21
You have the mojo to make 2016 a memorable year, thanks to Mars firing up Scorpio for twice as long as usual. Typically, the motivation planet stays in a sign for two months every couple of years, but thanks to a retrograde, he’s visiting Scorpio January 3-March 5 and May 27-August 2. This gives you plenty of time to tackle your agenda and make significant progress. You’re entitled to be a little selfish now, so focus on furthering your own interests. Channel your intense drive into whatever you’re most passionate about, and work independently if you can. Mars is also the libido planet, and since you’re feeling extra assertive, this is no time to wait for the object of your lust to make the first move. (Save that whole come-hither thing for September 23-October 18 when Venus is in Scorpio. The law of attraction will magnetically draw in whatever you want!) Take it down a notch so you don’t get frustrated between May 27 and June 29 while Mars backtracks in your sign. Spend June figuring out what you’re really after and making necessary course corrections.
With Jupiter in your group zone for most of the year, you’re definitely not on your own. Friends, professional contacts, and others who share your interests and goals can all help you get where you want to go. You might be inspired to champion a philanthropic or political cause and are bound to meet like-minded people in the process. You’re generally more inclined to devote your attention to a smaller number of individuals you care about, but this is your year to network. After Jupiter segues into your spirit sector for a yearlong stay on September 9, peace and quiet become more important. Don’t feel bad about tuning out the world—that’s what you’re supposed to be doing now. Your imagination, intuition, and dreams will supersede your conscious life at times, which could make you feel pretty out of it. But you’re on a spiritual quest, releasing baggage as you go and ultimately resetting your inner compass. Om!
Whenever you need to come back down to earth, buzzkill Saturn is somewhere in your chart forcing you to face facts. In 2016, he’s giving your money, possessions, personal priorities, material needs, and self-esteem a reality check. Don’t become consumed with fears of lack and loss. Saturn wants you to value what you have, earn what you deserve, practice self-control, clarify need versus want, and get your financial act together. Think of it this way: A buzzkill can avert a nasty hangover.
On a less sobering note, eclipses in your love-and-happiness house on March 8 and September 16 can bring about exciting changes involving romance and creativity. You may need to ride out some ups and downs, but you won’t be bored—that’s for sure!
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Sagittarius
November 22-December 21
Let’s be honest. Hosting Saturn in your sign is not a barrel of laughs. But you’ve probably gotten pretty used to his stern presence by now, and maybe he’s even started to rub off on you in a good way. (Note that if you were born in the first half of December, the effects of Saturn will be most acute in 2016.) No matter how tired, isolated, or overworked you may feel, you’re more mature (gasp!) these days and more determined than ever to be a success in the world. If there was anything false about your old persona, Saturn has stripped it bare and shown you who you really are and what you’re capable of. You’re stronger and more vulnerable at the same time. Saturn will be retrograde March 25-August 13, giving you a chance to assess your progress and recalibrate if necessary.
Jupiter—your ruling planet—is also stimulating your ambition, but Jupiter is the carrot, whereas Saturn is the stick. Jupiter is inspiring you, while Saturn is compelling you. Guts and glory go hand in hand when Jupiter is at the top of your chart. He’ll be there until September, encouraging you to keep a high profile, sing your own praises, welcome a leadership role, and aim for professional or public recognition. During his retrograde January 7-May 9, pause to evaluate your goals and pare the list down to the most meaningful ones. After Jupiter moves on to your hopes-and-humanity zone on September 9, you’ll devote the next 13 months to networking, activism, friendship, teamwork, and developing new interests and objectives.
Mars pays an extra-long visit to your sign this year due to his retrograde phase, and although Mars retro can be quite a headache, you should take advantage of the energy boost he’s offering you. Between March 5 and April 17 and August 2 and September 27, he’s moving forward in Sagittarius, motivating you to execute your own agenda and go after what you want. This is your chance to prove what you can do, but you might want to work on your own if your assertiveness seems to be too much for people. While Mars backpedals in Sag April 17-May 27, you’re bound to get frustrated by the slower pace and lack of progress. This is an ideal period for reevaluating your course of action and even questioning your motives. You want to be sure you know what you’re doing and why.
A dramatic lunar eclipse on September 16 spans your home and career corners, prompting you to seek a healthier balance between your personal and professional lives. Having it all means different things to different people. You can pull off an impressive juggling act when you pick the things you most want to juggle and let the others drop.
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Capricorn
December 22-January 19
With Saturn tucked away in your solitude-and-release corner all year, you’re feeling uncharacteristically low-key. Sleep has finally edged its way onto your to-do list, you’re taking your spirituality or imagination more seriously and you might be pursuing a metaphysical or creative interest. It’s time to forget about what everyone expects of you and tune into what’s going on inside you. Let go of old goals and past mistakes. The person you used to be and the way things used to work in your life are fading away as you clear the decks for a period of renewal that begins in a couple of years. For now, keep surrendering to the unknown and hold onto your faith.
Jupiter, the planet of faith, is in your exploration zone for most of 2016, a welcome counterpoint to Saturn’s theme of endings. You’re inspired to learn, travel, meet a variety of people, embrace new experiences, and open your mind to a broad range of ideas and beliefs. Your awareness and optimism are growing, despite the underlying wistfulness of Saturn. And when Jupiter crosses your ambition angle on September 9, watch out! The next 13 months will raise your profile, amplify your aspirations, and bring career opportunities. You have a serious shot at public or professional acclaim during this period, and to secure your spot at the top of the heap, you should try to assimilate the knowledge you gained between August 2015 and September 2016.
While Mars charges ahead in your group sector January 3-March 5 and June 29-August 2, working your connections like a strategic Cap will pay off. Group activities, teamwork, and humanitarian efforts should all go well. But when Mars is backtracking in that house May 27-June 29, be careful to avoid fights with friends or a group, and use that time to reconnect with past acquaintances and pals. With Mars sneaking into the last house of your chart March 5-May 27 and August 2-September 27, work behind the scenes without expecting accolades and face up to a self-defeating pattern of behavior, particularly while Mars is traveling retrograde there April 17-May 27. Thankfully, Mars arrives in Capricorn on September 27 for a six-week stay, providing you with ample fuel to pursue your own agenda and get tons done. Go after what you want, but operate independently if possible so you don’t step on toes.
Mercury will be retrograde in Capricorn January 8-25 and December 19-January 8, 2017, so expect crossed wires and questionable judgment. You may feel tongue-tied and misunderstood, but introspection is your friend during those weeks. Two new moons in your sign prompt personal reinvention on January 9 and December 29. It’s like getting two birthdays or two New Years! Make wishes and resolutions—then back them up with that famous Goat work ethic.
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Aquarius
January 20-February 18
Mars weaves between your ambition and network houses for the better part of 2016, signaling that it’s time to pursue current goals, lay the groundwork for new ones, and gather a team of supporters. Focus on getting ahead in your career January 3-March 5 and May 27-August 2 while Mars is at the top of your chart. But be sure not to cross an authority figure when Mars travels retrograde from May 27 until June 29. June is the perfect month to stop and consider what you’re chasing after and why. Don’t keep pushing for success; figure out what motivates you and what you’re most passionate about. Between March 5 and April 17 and August 2 and September 27, Mars prompts you to explore new interests and objectives, seek like-minded people and devote energy to teamwork, philanthropy, and professional networking. During his backtracking phase of April 17-May 27, you could encounter problems with friends or a group. Avoid overreacting, and use that time to review your connections and how well they’re working. You can mend fences or give up on a particular alliance in August-September when Mars gets back up to speed. The doer planet lands in Aquarius on November 8, giving you a shot of adrenaline that will last six weeks. Use the extra energy to go after what you want and prove what you can do. Work alone if possible, so you don’t inadvertently force your personal agenda on others. You’ll blaze through your inbox and to-do list, making up for lost time.
Jupiter lingers in your sharing sector until September, highlighting the importance of interdependence, trust, psychological well-being—and sex! Getting close to someone will be good for you and is bound to teach you something. Whether that “something” is along the lines of how to pull off a threesome with aplomb or how to confide in your partner without fear of being judged remains to be seen. The point is to feel free and take more risks with intimacy. After Jupiter dives into your expansion house on September 9, the fun doesn’t stop. That free spirit now extends to travel, learning, and mind-opening people and experiences. Push past the boundaries you’ve unconsciously set for yourself, and the world will begin to open up for you. Inspiration, optimism, vision, awareness, and faith become key buzzwords for you. Aquarians have a New Age-y side, so you shouldn’t have too many qualms about veering off the beaten path.
With Venus making two appearances in Aquarius this year, you have from February 16 to March 12 and from December 7 to January 3, 2017 to draw in what your heart desires. You’re at your most magnetic during those weeks, so don’t even think about tucking in for a Netflix binge. Unless of course, we’re talking about Netflix and Chill. In that case, permission granted!
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Pisces
February 19-March 20
The karmic south node of the moon is in Pisces all year, reminding you lean on people when you need to. It’s okay to ask for help! Relationships are your ticket to growth now. Jupiter is encouraging you to seek companionship and learn everything you can from people. You might find yourself drawn to someone who lives far away or seems very different from you—or different from your usual type. Commitment is in the air, so dating could segue into cohabitation or more. You may also hit the jackpot with a business partner, so be on the lookout for potential collaborations. If you get serious with someone, you’ll dive in even deeper after Jupiter enters your sharing corner on September 9. Pooling your resources in a biz and sharing a bank account as a couple can be tricky, and the learning curve will be steep if you’re a rookie. Strive to understand what it takes to make a relationship work. Generosity, courage, an open mind, and a sense of freedom will help, whether the issue is trust or sex—and it’s bound to be one of those, if not both!
Mars jumps between your exploration and ambition houses for most of the year, motivating you to learn what you need to know and pursue success. January 3-March 5 and May 27-August 2 are suited to getting out of your routine, studying, traveling, having new experiences, expanding your vision and meeting a wider range of people. Expect travel mix-ups and differences of opinion from May 27 to June 29 when Mars is retrograde in that part of your chart. March 5-May 27 and August 2-September 27 are the best weeks to go after your goals and try to gain recognition. Tone down your frustration while Mars backpedals across the top of your chart April 17-May 27. Make sure not to come on too strong and cross your boss during that phase. Those are great weeks for reviewing your goals and deciding which of them you should continue to chase.
A Pisces solar eclipse on March 8 is like a new moon on steroids, pushing you to reinvent yourself in a big way. What parts of the old you do you want to let go of? How would you rather be perceived? A healthier self-image will boost your confidence and improve your relationships. On September 16, the lunar eclipse in your sign could symbolize a personal triumph, but it may also make you super sensitive. Mercury is retrograde then, so don’t even try explaining how you feel…they won’t get it. Pay attention to what seems like too much now and contemplate swiping left on someone or something. Don’t act on that in the moment, though. Spend quiet time by yourself destressing, and think about it tomorrow, a la Scarlett O’Hara. Actually, think about it when Merc goes direct on the 22nd!
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