Welcome to the first full week of 2025. The universe is basically telling us to sit back, feel our emotions, and stop pretending that everything is fine. Mars retrograde is plunging into the emotional depths of Cancer, and Mercury is foggy before finding its footing in serious Capricorn. And if you thought January would be all about fresh starts and new energy, surprise!
This week, the emphasis will be on processing rather than moving forward, especially when it comes to matters of the heart. Whether you’re in a couple, things are chaotic, or you’re thriving alone, the universe is asking you to get real about your relationship patterns, deal with the family baggage you’ve been dragging around, and force yourself to quit the ones that, just maybe, aren’t ready to blossom just yet. Consider this week an emotional bargain. It’s tedious, but necessary, but worth it in the end. So let’s take a look at what your sign needs to know.
Emotions. family. Basics.
Aries (March 21st to April 19th)
In some cases, the best combat strategy is knowing when to retreat. As Mars turns retrograde into Cancer this week, your usual rush approach to love is seriously in need of a timeout. If you’re looking for commitment or trying to force a conversation with your partner, the universe is asking you to put on the brakes. Now is a great time to address the family patterns that keep showing up in your relationships, the ones you vowed never to repeat. single? Don’t join the dating app marathon just yet. Focus on healing old wounds so you can be your best self at the right time.
Taurus (April 20th – May 20th)
Your love language this week: Comfortable silence and no drama. While others are swept up in a tsunami of emotions, you long for stability and practical expressions of love. Mercury moving into Capricorn on Thursday aligns perfectly with your vibe, making it the perfect time to ask yourself, “Where is this going?” Conversation with your partner. You’re thinking long-term now, so someone who matches your level of commitment would be a good fit. Once you’re a couple, talk about your relationship goals and actually make plans instead of just daydreaming. Single Taurus people should spend their lives together and focus on dating real grown-up people with no projects or prospects.
Gemini (May 21st to June 20th)
Not every argument is worth winning, especially in DM. Your natural communication skills falter when you encounter people who are unwilling to understand your point of view. Tuesday’s Mercury square Neptune is basically your kryptonite this week. In a relationship, this means avoiding philosophical discussions with your partner about what-if scenarios that will never happen. If you’re single and matched with someone who seems determined to play devil’s advocate on every topic, avoid the headache by unmatching. Some people are more interested in being right than connecting, but that’s not your personality.
Cancer (June 21st to July 22nd)
Your feelings are valid, but you don’t need to run the entire show right now. Mars going retrograde and clashing with your sign on Tuesday is like having an uninvited guest who insists on processing every emotion out loud. In a relationship, you may find yourself becoming more defensive or grumpy, and arguing with your partner over things that normally wouldn’t bother you. The important thing is to realize that this intensity is temporary and internal. Don’t make permanent decisions based on temporary feelings. If family drama has seeped into your love life, now is the time to address it. You’re in sage mode, but that’s okay. Use this time to understand what you actually need from your partner, not what you think you should want.
Leo (July 23rd to August 22nd)
Plot Twist: Sometimes your protagonist needs a behind-the-scenes moment. This week’s space weather will have you emotional, but not in your usual dramatic, front-and-center way. When Mars in Cancer goes retrograde, you’ll be asked to deal with behind-the-scenes relationship issues, things you wouldn’t post on social media. Maybe you still hold a grudge against your partner for something that happened months ago. Or maybe you realize that your family’s expectations are influencing your dating choices. Either way, this isn’t the week to make grand romantic moves or cover up your problems. Do the inner work now so you can truly shine later.
Virgo (August 23rd to September 22nd)
Your overthinking involves overthinking and you need to stop doing it. Mercury and Neptune are square on Tuesday, turning your normally sharp analytical mind into a fog machine. In relationships, we may read too much into our partner’s writing or create problems that don’t really exist. Before you go into full-blown investigation mode, ask yourself, “Is this a real problem, or is it just anxiety?” If you’re single, avoid people who give you mixed signals this week. Your intuition is a little off and you could mistake confusion for a chemical reaction. To discuss important relationships, wait until Mercury enters Capricorn on Thursday. That’s when your clarity returns.
Libra (September 23rd – October 22nd)
Balance becomes boring if the scales keep tipping. This week requires you to address the emotional elephant in the room, even if it temporarily disrupts your aesthetic harmony. Have uncomfortable conversations with your partner about your unmet needs. Your relationship sector gets a reality check as Mars retrogrades into Cancer. You may have been so focused on keeping the peace that you ignored your real grievances. Single Libras should not date people just because they are nice. Being kind is the bare minimum. You deserve someone who matches your depth, not just your vibe.
Scorpio (October 23rd to November 21st)
Intensity is your brand, but sometimes you need to dial it down. Scorpio, today is not your usual power week. Mars retrograde in Cancer, a fellow water sign, will make you especially emotional about relationships, but it may catch you off guard in some ways. You are used to being in control, but now you are being asked to be vulnerable instead. If you’re in a relationship, your partner needs to see the tender side of you that you usually hide. Rather than testing whether they can guess, share what you really feel. Take some time to examine why you keep attracting similar relationship patterns. Hint: It’s about your family.
Sagittarius (November 22nd – December 21st)
Your brutal honesty is about to meet someone else’s cruel delusion. Mercury and Neptune square in your sign on Tuesday, a cosmic trick where everyone suddenly seems to be speaking a different language. Your trademark candor may come across as insensitive. Even worse, you might actually hold back because you feel like the other person won’t be able to understand your truth. In relationships, avoid heated arguments until Mercury leaves your sign on Thursday. If you’re single, the attractive guy spouting pseudo-philosophical nonsense at the bar isn’t your soulmate, he’s just someone you’ve watched too many self-help videos. Keep it moving.
Capricorn (December 22nd – January 19th)
Ambition is sexy, but so is knowing when to cuddle and watch Netflix. Gone are the situations and casual vibes. You need something that is building towards something real. You’ll find out by the end of this week if your current partner can’t match your seriousness about the future. Mercury entering your sign on Thursday will give you the strategic relationship mindset you’ve been craving. Now is the moment to have realistic love conversations, such as living together, cooperating financially, and achieving mutual long-term goals. Capricorns need to network (even when it comes to dating, of course) and put themselves in positions to meet ambitious people who share their values.
Aquarius (January 20th to February 18th)
Your independence is appealing until you can no longer afford it mentally. This week, consider whether you’re using your need for space and freedom as an excuse to avoid true intimacy. Your partner (or potential partner) isn’t trying to box you in. They just want to know that you care. Mars retrograde in Cancer energizes your daily life and health zone. This may not seem romantic, but hear me out. If you don’t take care of yourself first, your relationships will suffer. Small, consistent expressions of love are more important than the occasional grand philosophical declaration about love. It shows up in small ways.
Pisces (February 19th – March 20th)
Not everyone deserves access to your fantasy world, especially if you keep destroying it. Tuesday’s Mercury-Neptune square is happening in your sign, meaning the already blurred lines are basically non-existent. You may see potential in someone who shows you who they are (and that’s not good). In relationships, you may be projecting your ideal partner onto the person right in front of you instead of seeing it clearly. Take off your rose-colored glasses for a week, just one week. If you’re single, avoid making someone your muse or inspiration until you’ve known them longer than a TikTok trend cycle. Your imagination is beautiful, but you need to check reality.
Reflect and readjust.
This week isn’t about making drastic changes in your relationships or forcing breakthroughs you’re not ready for. It’s about accepting uncomfortable truths, having conversations you’ve been avoiding, and recognizing the patterns that keep you stumbling in love. Mars retrograde in Cancer essentially puts us all in therapy, whether we like it or not. And the best thing you can do is lean into it. Process those feelings, address the family dynamics that shaped your attachment style, and give yourself permission to not have it all figured out by Friday.
It doesn’t mean the romance will work out, but there may be a chance to sort this out emotionally. Use this week wisely, be honest with yourself and your partner, and remember that sometimes just telling the truth is the most loving thing to do. The cosmic weather will eventually clear up, but what you do now will set the tone for your relationships throughout the year.
Source: Sasstrology – sasstrology.com
