Aries: Venus enters Pisces on Jan. 3, increasing your desire for love, affection and affirmation. During this transit, you feel rather self-indulgent, making it hard to muster the momentum to get things done. Beware of impulsive spending. You’re tempted by drama and being a “taker” in life for now. With Mars retrograde from Jan. 6 to Feb. 24, you’re reminded that you have a bone to pick with authority.
Taurus: Your ruling planet enters Pisces on Jan. 3, and over the next three weeks, you face some difficult yet liberating truths about yourself. You have a tendency to tune out certain feelings and pretend everything is fine or that you always know best. Unsurprisingly, this is unsustainable. Relationships — be they with friends, lovers, or family — tend to either get real or fade away during this season. Mars retrogrades in Cancer from Jan. 6 to Feb. 24, encouraging you to get more creative at work.
Gemini: As Venus enters Pisces on Jan. 3, you begin craving more depth in your relationships. Cultivate this by being vulnerable with your feelings and offering thoughtful, personalized support to others. Show that you’re listening, that you understand, and that you’re willing to witness the messy details of people’s lives without judgment. Mars retrograde from Jan. 6 to Feb. 24 highlights where anxiety has been causing hesitation in pursuing what you truly desire.
Cancer: Mars retrogrades in your sign from Jan. 6 to Feb. 24. This is a long-term period for exploring what works — and what doesn’t — when it comes to asserting yourself, getting motivated, and processing anger. Venus in Pisces reminds you of the importance of fantasy and imagination for your emotional well-being. You need to visualize your goals and dream of greater things to come.
Leo: Venus in Pisces for the next three weeks reminds you that love is a great teacher. You’ll do a lot of growing within your relationships. Be generous with your affection; it’s part of your true nature. Mars retrograde from Jan. 6 to Feb. 24 shows where fear has been causing you to miss out on life’s excitement. You always regret being too shy to dance after the party is over.
Virgo: Mars retrogrades in Cancer from Jan. 6 to Feb. 24, making you realize that your work may be interfering with your creative flow. Meanwhile, Venus in Pisces — your opposite sign — highlights your relationships, bringing extra romantic and affectionate energy your way. This month focuses on improving your love life and working on self-expression.
Libra: Your ruling planet Venus in Pisces brings a three-week period of reflection and transformation. You need to get more in touch with your spiritual self. You’ve been focused on being “realistic” and “practical,” not realizing that it’s both realistic and practical to look inward, seek wisdom and ask questions. This isn’t a time to uphold the status quo — be willing to seem strange.
Scorpio: Mars retrogrades in Cancer from Jan. 6 to Feb. 24, triggering a remix of your ego and self-esteem. You tend to feel things in extremes about yourself — you’re either the best or the worst. It’s time to find balance. Venus in Pisces reminds you that romantic love isn’t all it’s cracked up to be and that other kinds of love can be just as fulfilling, if not more so.
Sagittarius: With Venus in Pisces this week and over the next three weeks, you may decide to go public with certain feelings or a relationship. Mars retrogrades in Cancer from Jan. 6 to Feb. 24, urging you to hone your self-discipline, decisiveness and willpower.
Capricorn: Venus in Pisces for the next three weeks puts you in the mood to indulge in fantasy, the finer things, and a bit of drama. Your whims and desires seem to flow in new ways. Mars retrogrades in Cancer from Jan. 6 to Feb. 24, making you feel confrontational, especially with those close to you. This can be a productive time for uncomfortable conversations that lead to deeper intimacy and understanding.
Aquarius: Venus in Pisces has you feeling more reserved and particularly sensitive regarding romance and relationships. While it can be challenging, it’s important to feel your feelings instead of intellectualizing them. Mars retrogrades in Cancer from Jan. 6 to Feb. 24, calling on you to provide yourself with structure around daily routines. Willpower is your greatest asset.
Pisces: Venus in your sign blesses you with charm, creativity and magnetism. This is a three-week period for connecting with yourself more profoundly. Prioritize art, music and self-expression. It’s also an excellent time for repairing and building relationships. Mars retrogrades in Cancer from Jan. 6 to Feb. 24, bringing an upheaval in your self-perception and confidence. It’s time to balance your ego and self-assurance.