Horoscopes: Nov. 22-28, 2024

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Aries: Nov. 26–Dec. 15 is a time for rethinking as Mercury in Sagittarius turns retrograde. This transit complicates communication and travel, making details fuzzy and creating the potential for misunderstandings in relationships. Patience is your best tool. When Venus squares Lilith and then Chiron Nov. 25-28, the rough edges of love are revealed. This helps you unbox your fears of intimacy and understand your emotional roadblocks.

Taurus: You may renegotiate dynamics with a romantic partner as Mercury turns retrograde in Sagittarius Nov. 26–Dec. 15. If things have been unclear or indirect, it will show up in unexpected ways. Be direct yet gentle. During this period, move slowly and deliberately in communication and travel plans. When your ruling planet passes through Lilith and then Chiron on Monday–Thursday, you may need to reckon with how relationships distract you from unresolved past hurts or self-doubt.

Gemini: When your ruler Mercury turns retrograde in Sagittarius from Nov. 26–Dec. 15, you’re faced with a choice: continue phoning it in when it comes to communication in relationships, or get vulnerable and risk looking silly to enjoy deeper connections. Reevaluate who you want to be in relationships. This isn’t the time to cut corners in love or self-expression. Brain fog and impatience may accompany this retrograde, so stay grounded and check in with yourself.

Cancer: Information and perspectives gathered from past experiences will guide your choices during this Mercury retrograde from November 26–December 15. If you feel confused or indecisive, validate your feelings rather than relying on external input, which could destabilize you. When Venus squares Lilith and then Chiron on Monday–Thursday, harness your more intense or misunderstood traits for positive outcomes. Unconventional matters of the heart may arise, offering opportunities for growth.

Leo: Mercury retrogrades from Nov. 26–Dec. 15, marking a period where thoroughness is key. Keep checklists and simplify daily routines to stay organized. As Venus squares Lilith and Chiron on Monday–Thursday, you’ll be reminded to unblock areas of your heart where shame holds you back. Until you release these projections, your relationships may stagnate.

Virgo: Your self-esteem may waver as your ruler Mercury retrogrades from Nov. 26–Dec. 15. This period calls for intense self-reflection and reevaluation. Communication may feel strained, but this is temporary. Spend time with yourself, honor your emotions, and trust your intuition. As Venus squares Lilith and Chiron Monday–Thursday, you’ll uncover deeper desires and shed any shame around them, expanding your notions of love.

Libra: Expect technical difficulties as Mercury retrogrades Nov. 26–Dec. 15. Double-check emails and allow extra travel time for delays. When your ruling planet squares Lilith and Chiron from Monday–Thursday, you may confront uneven dynamics in relationships and reflect on how self-worth impacts your approach to sex, romance and commitment.

Scorpio: Avoid major financial or professional decisions during Mercury retrograde in your second house of money, work, and material matters Nov. 26–Dec. 15. Meanwhile, Venus squares Lilith and Chiron on Monday–Thursday, stirring fresh perspectives on sex, love and relationships. Confront what’s been holding you back in love, and you’ll emerge bolder and more fearless. Others seem ready to match your energy.

Sagittarius: You may feel misunderstood more than usual as Mercury retrogrades in your sign from Nov. 26–Dec. 15. Don’t overextend yourself trying to be perfectly understood; it’s okay to step back socially for a bit. When Venus squares Lilith and Chiron on Monday–Thursday, reflect on lingering intimacy issues and start unpacking them.

Capricorn: Be cautious about sharing secrets or confidential information during Mercury retrograde in your house of privacy from Nov. 26–Dec. 15. Miscommunications abound, and words may be misinterpreted. From Monday–Thursday, Venus squares Lilith and Chiron, surfacing suppressed emotions about intimacy and romance. Old wounds may ache, but they bring messages of renewal. You have the power to heal and embrace new joys.

Aquarius: Juggling multiple conversations or responsibilities may feel overwhelming during Mercury retrograde from Nov. 26–Dec. 15. Focus on one-on-one interactions for more meaningful and manageable connections. When Venus squares Lilith and Chiron on Monday–Thursday, you’ll confront how jealousy or insecurity may be limiting your relationships and work toward deeper connections.

Pisces: Mercury retrograde Nov. 26–Dec. 15 may make you hyperaware of how you’re perceived, particularly in professional settings. Remember, you can only do your best; let go of trying to control others’ perceptions. As Venus squares Lilith and Chiron on Monday–Thursday, you’ll navigate challenging yet transformative energy around love and relationships, releasing past hurts that hinder your intimacy.

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