We are deep in retrograde season, folks. A whopping eight retrogrades are co-occurring—six of our traditional planets (Mercury, Pluto, Saturn, Neptune, Jupiter, and Uranus) and two recently discovered dwarf planets (Eris and Chiron). These retrogrades can be found throughout the Zodiac wheel.
Retrogrades bring chaotic, messy energy. They can turn everything upside-down and inside out. While it doesn’t necessarily guarantee disaster, you’d be wise to remain vigilant and self-aware. You should avoid conflict and major decision-making. Also, make an effort to improve and recalibrate your self-care routine as often as possible.
What will your sign do this week?
Be wary of relationships you’re holding onto out of spite, Aries. This strong urge to feel vindicated in your company is strong. Still, it’s one you’d be wise to resist. Honest connections are not based on malice or ill intent.
The stars will encourage you to examine the people you work with. Pay attention to the things you share together, and most importantly how they affect your feelings. If either of these things doesn’t align with your values, then it might be time to move on.
Simply because you can keep your nose to the grindstone doesn’t mean you Should. Your exceptional endurance is a poor indicator of when it’s time to call it quits. If left to your own devices, you’d work yourself into the ground.
However, there’s more to life that just ticking off tasks on a list. Moreover, you’re likely not as beholden to this routine as you think. Communicate your needs clearly If it’s worth being a part of, it (or they) will understand.
Gemini, there are few things that get muddled up faster than miscommunications. Indeed, your imagination—specifically your insecurities—can create conversations and circumstances that never happened. These assumptions can leave you feeling hurt and unresolved, as well as taken for granted.
However, it isn’t your job to read other people’s minds. What if you asked for clarity instead? What if your thoughts were clear? Wrong? Yes, direct confrontation is uncomfortable. But isn’t the potential peace of mind worth it?
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If we are willing to look for its merits, conflict can be a source of strength. That doesn’t mean you should burn every bridge you come across. It doesn’t mean you should. DoesYou shouldn’t assume that tension is a sign of a broken relationship. You’re not usually a cantankerous person. So, what’s making you feel that way now?
Likely, you have a need that isn’t being met—or spoken out loud, for that matter. What does this disagreement reveal about your priorities? Don’t ignore the superficial reasons for the disagreement and dig deeper.
One thing is easy to fix small snags. These mishaps can make it difficult to identify our identity. The universe has presented you with such an obstacle; unsurprisingly, you’re having difficulty handling it.
In this retrograde-heavy time of chaos and misunderstanding, it’s essential to keep things as simple as possible. Reaffirm your beliefs and those of the world. Just because this has shaken your foundation doesn’t mean it’s irreparably damaged.
Sometimes the colors we use to perceive the world around us are not the best. You must be aware of the difference between what is real and what is false as you navigate your way through life. FeelWhat is happening and how is it happening Actually happening.
This could mean that you take a few extra days to respond to an e-mail or make a major financial decision. A little extra time won’t be enough to topple your progress if it’s actually meant to be. A hasty decision might be.
It is beginning to feel like your progress with a friend has been slowed down. Despite all your best efforts, conversation (and tension!) always returns to the same divisive topic.
You just ignore it in your normal peacekeeping manner. However, you can’t hit a snooze button on emotional dissonance—it will keep ringing until you face it head-on. It might be scary at first, but you’ll be glad you did it.
Scorpio, sometimes the most profound insights can be found in times of struggle. Whether it’s a tricky dilemma at work or a tough argument with a loved one, these struggles are trying to show you something. It’s your responsibility to listen.
Although this will be a long process, you should not allow yourself to become discouraged. Keep your heart and mind open to new possibilities—even ones that might not have aligned with your initial beliefs or identity. You’re headed toward genuine growth; don’t give up now.
It’s important to differentiate between something It is actuallyYou are simply misunderstanding if you challenge your beliefs. Similarly, a minor technical error doesn’t mean the whole plan is doomed to fail. Avoid hyperbolic thinking this week.
This week, the universe is full of retrogrades. Consequently, you will feel challenged in ways you haven’t been before. You are charismatic and highly capable. This is not a difficult problem, Sag.
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It is a great accomplishment to be able to manage everything at once. You may find it difficult to recognize that some obligations need to be put aside for another person or another time. This can have a negative impact on your self-worth, motivation, and self-worth.
While this certainly won’t happen overnight, the stars urge you to separate your productivity and self-worth. Do it! Everything will only make it to where you can’t do Anything. Wouldn’t you rather sacrifice a part rather than the whole?
We don’t often prioritize platonic relationships the way we do romantic ones. Because friendships should be cherished, we tend to overlook conflict and tension. It’s easy. However, this is a fallacy at best—platonic relationships require maintenance, too. Sometimes they may need more.
This vulnerability, without any preexisting emotional intimacy, can be a bit awkward. These non-romantic relationships can bring many benefits to your daily life. They should be treated with respect and you should show them that.
It is part of living. As we learn and experience new things, our beliefs, values, and mindsets tend to change. This doesn’t mean that past versions of yourself are somehow lesser than. The temporary discomfort that comes with the end of a chapter should not stop you from achieving the success of the next.
Even though these changes may seem natural and positive, they can also prove to be emotionally volatile. This is a time of transition. Give yourself grace. Your hypersensitivity is normal—not a sign that you’re going down the wrong path.
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Madame Miranda posts were written by M. Davis McAfee. They are based on M. Davis McAfee’s explanations for each star sign and on the position of celestial bodies as mapped by theplanetstoday.com. Our horoscopes can be used for entertainment purposes, although we value the opportunity to reflect on our lives through astrology.