This week is a real gut check. Mars retrograde is finally over, but don’t get too comfortable — Venus is about to station retrograde, meaning the vibe isn’t lightening up, it’s just changing. We’re trading frustration for introspection, forward motion for second-guessing, and clarity for the deeply annoying realization that we might not actually want the things we’ve been chasing. And just to keep things interesting, there’s also a New Moon in Pisces, which is less “fresh start” and more “letting go of everything you swore you already dealt with.”

So, what does this mean in real life? It means hard conversations, weird realizations, and emotional laundry day. It means finally seeing something for what it is, not what you wanted it to be. It means questioning your desires, your relationships, and maybe even your entire life strategy — ...