Pisces Monthly Horoscope October 2018

Pisces (Born February 20 to March 1) and Pisces Ascendant 0 to 10 degrees Pisces:

October 2018 Pisces Horoscope: Love, Career, & General Trends

Overview.

The Sun this Month: Central Focus, Consciousness

Until October 23rd:

The Sun continues to highlight your solar eighth house. Your attention turns inward, as well as to close personal relationships on a deeper level. Personal transformations, personal power, and intimate matters fulfill you most during this cycle. There may be a strong focus on other's money, such as the resources of a partner, inheritance, banking and loans, or taxes.

You are more intense in your mood and disposition, and perhaps even secretive, at this time of year. You are more in touch with the deeper and even primal elements of your own personality, and more able to see these things in others. This can be a determined and personally powerful time of year if you apply the energy of this transit constructively.

From October 23rd forward:

This month, with the Sun spotlighting your solar ninth house, your focus turns outward, away from the more personal concerns that have occupied your thoughts in the last months. More than any other time during the year, you are feeling most adventurous and willing to take a leap of faith. This is a cycle in which you seek a higher meaning to your life, and/or seek out new experiences that take you beyond the here and now, and beyond the mundane details of day-to-day life. Anything that broadens your experiences attracts now.

A lack of superficiality finds you straight to the point, interested in the truth of things. It would be wise for you to consider scheduling a vacation, adventure of sorts, or a course that expands your mind. These don't have to happen now, but taking the time to recognize your needs for escaping the daily grind, taking a few risks, and feeding your spirit for self-expression through some form of adventure or higher learning, will help you to feel good about yourself. The only caution with this cycle is that you could lose touch with managing everyday affairs and important details.

Venus this Month: Love, Romance, Social Life, Comfort, Pleasure

All month: 

Venus continues to grace your solar ninth house. During this cycle, your ideals in love are set high. You might become inspired by a loved one now, or someone might awaken a new perspective or way of thinking in you. You could also enjoy a trip, or a new adventure of sorts. In fact, you are attracted to anything that is non-routine and fare best when you are reaching out beyond your usual bounds. You might be attracted to people or even objects that are exotic or different in some way during this cycle. It's a good period for personal charm and attractiveness in general.

Venus is retrograde from October 5th to November 16th Venus retrograde in general: As the planet of love and values, Venus retrograde periods are periods during which we re-assess what--and who--we value. It is a period that most astrologers consider inopportune for getting married or starting a new relationship. Major financial undertakings are not advised during this period as well. Venus retrograde cycles are good times for creating budgets and financial plans, and for re-thinking our personal relationships. Old friends and lovers may re-appear, perhaps complicating current relationships. We are called upon to deal with relationship issues from the past. Events occur that seem fated or predestined. It can be a real challenge getting close to a lover during this period of time. Unorthodox, experimental, and non-intimate relationships may be favored. Relationships that have been especially challenging may come to an end during this cycle. However, strong relationships will survive it, even if there are a few bumps and bruises along the way. For singles, this is a good time for "eyes wide open" or experimental dating. It is not a time when people recognize the need for another person to complete them, or some people may be questioning whether they are with partners who actually fulfill them. This period is good for re-evaluating our relationship needs; but, again, major love decisions are best saved for after the cycle ends.This Venus Retrograde cycle occurs for the most part in your solar ninth house of faith and adventure. An argument over personal philosophies of life can get you into hot water, or you could be reassessing your faith, during this cycle. It may be that your larger, broader plans and visions don't satisfy you very much these days. This is a cycle during which you might redefine these visions. An old lover might resurface in your life, complicating the present.

This retrograde cycle also affects the Venus-ruled sectors of your solar chart, which are your communications and intimacy sectors. You may be feeling unsupported emotionally and financially, and you may feel a little withdrawn when it comes to daily communications and light chit-chat.

Mercury this Month: Communications, Learning, Connections, Transportation

Until October 9th: 

Mercury continues to transit your solar eighth house. The ability to analyze and rationalize some of the deeper elements inside yourself and in your intimate life now can benefit you. This is also a good time for sorting out finances, particularly money shared or coming from other sources other than your own personal income.

You might particularly enjoy discussing topics that you typically don't verbalize with someone special during this cycle. Anything taboo, mysterious, or puzzling can be especially fascinating for you just now. You have little interest in small talk. You are more aware of subtleties and nuances during this cycle, and you can use this increased insightfulness to improve your life.

From October 10-31: 

Mercury transits your solar ninth house. Not content to focus on mundane, practical affairs just now, your mind turns to bigger visions, thoughts, and ideals. You are open to expanding your knowledge base during this cycle, and communications from or with someone far away may be part of the picture.

You are putting everything into perspective now, rather than compartmentalizing. Instead of simply shooting the breeze, you are more inclined to discuss broader philosophies now. Your inclination during this cycle is to think about the "big picture" rather than the mundane circumstances and details of your life. Missing appointments and other forms of forgetfulness could be part of the picture now.

Mars this Month: Energy, Drive, Courage

All month:

Mars continues to energize your solar twelfth house now. While Mars occupies the twelfth house, asserting yourself in a direct and straightforward manner can be difficult. This is largely due to a feeling of not being in touch with what it is you want or desire just for the time being as you reassess your goals and needs.

This lack of direction and self-knowledge should prompt you to look within to learn about your desires. It is likely that you will be much clearer when Mars reaches your first house. For the time being, take some time for rest and give your ego a break.

Overview Horoscope:

Pisces October 2018 Monthly Horoscope Summary: There is a reserved theme with you this month, dear Pisces, with the New Moon occurring in your intimacy sector on the 8th and Mars charging through your privacy sector. Love is private, intimate, and passionate in the month ahead, and discoveries are rich. You're observing, editing, refining, and strategizing, and these are perfect activities for the current astrological climate.

Despite this introspective focus, key planets are encouraging you to explore new ideas and experiences, especially as October advances. Jupiter is heading to the top of your solar chart but won't get there until November 9th. In October, Jupiter is finishing up its transit of your spirit sector in style. It's opening up your mind to new ideas and opening the doors to you for opportunities with promotion, publishing, travel, and education. Mercury, Venus, and the Sun are all spending time in this sector of your solar chart, and these areas are fairly popping.

With Mars in your privacy sector all month and Venus retrograde, you'd be wise to focus your energies on tying up loose ends and a work-in-progress rather than brand new beginnings. However, there can be much to enjoy socially at this time. In fact, you may be doing some experimentation now. Someone may take issue with you if you've been on the fence about a matter, or if you have been stalling around the 10th, however. You need some time to process feelings and affections.

You're seeking answers from within at the beginning of the month, and you're making some astute observations as you step back from the action just a little, but watch it closely! It's a good month for deepening a connection but do prepare yourself for some complications. Travel, legal, or educational plans may not be moving forward at the speed you'd like. With Venus retrograde from the 5th affecting your axis of communication and transportation in October, you may be contending with delays and changes of heart.

This Venus retrograde may be a little easier on you than most. For one, in October Venus is traveling in harmony with your sign, and for another, Mars is in the background of your chart for the duration, and you're not as inclined to come on strong. As such, some of the social flubs that are common with retrograde Venus are not as likely for you this time around.

Ideas are so plentiful this month that you can have a difficult time choosing one or two and going with them, leading to a bit of chaos. However, you'd be wise to take the cue from Mars in your privacy sector and avoid pushing too hard. A new perspective can see you redefining some of your beliefs, ideals, goals, and dreams, especially around the 15th and 25th. You might also more clearly see which approaches or expectations you had in the past that sent you along the wrong path. Through conversations or musings, you can gain significant insight into mysteries from your personal history.

The Full Moon on the 24th is an eye-opening one and may feel a little hectic, but through a bit of chaos comes enlightenment, or at least a greater understanding of what's most important to you.

The last week of the month is powerful. Jupiter is spending its final weeks in your adventure sector, aligns with Mercury, and connects with Chiron in your sign in a beautiful aspect. You're gearing up for an ambition-fueled year, but for now, you're capturing your spirit for learning. This is an important time for enthusiasm, creative enterprise, self-expression, and letting go of inhibitions. You're letting go of the more rigid elements of your personality. You are your biggest selling point right now – your character is shining -- but the key is your humble confidence. You can benefit from word of mouth or positive reviews. Take every opportunity to brush up on skills and boost your knowledge now. This can also be a good time for meeting a special friend, possibly through your interests, studies, travels, or adventures.

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Pisces (Born March 2 to March 11) and Pisces Ascendant 10 to 20 degrees Pisces:

October 2018 Pisces Horoscope: Love, Career, & General Trends

Overview.

The Sun this Month: Central Focus, Consciousness

All month:

The Sun energizes your sector of transformation, change, sexuality, personal growth, regeneration, others' money and resources, addictions, and taxes. As a result, this is not the most gregarious of months for you. You take a step back, focus on intimacy with a partner, or simply retreat a little from the hectic pace of life. This is an excellent time to create a budget or financial plan, or to rid yourself of bad habits that undermine your sense of personal power and self-mastery.

All that is deeply personal comes into focus now. Intimate matters are especially important to you during this cycle. Just how well you are handling your life comes up for inspection. Your self-mastery skills and psychological predisposition matter to you more than usual. This is the time of year when you are most desirous of change on a deep level. Clearing out psychic "junk" or ridding yourself of bad habits may be part of the picture now. You are more willing than usual to explore life's secrets.

This cycle brings greater in-depth understanding and an inclination to delve beneath the surface of matters to get to the bottom of them. Research uncovers new material that allows you to develop a better overall picture of the year's events. This is an especially introspective cycle during which you have the chance to truly uncover your personal strengths and talents. On a more practical level, you may be dealing with joint finances and shared resources now more than usual.

Venus this Month: Love, Romance, Social Life, Comfort

Venus is retrograde from October 5th to November 16th Venus retrograde in general: As the planet of love and values, Venus retrograde periods are periods during which we re-assess what--and who--we value. It is a period that most astrologers consider inopportune for getting married or starting a new relationship. Major financial undertakings are not advised during this period as well. Venus retrograde cycles are good times for creating budgets and financial plans, and for re-thinking our personal relationships. Old friends and lovers may re-appear, perhaps complicating current relationships. We are called upon to deal with relationship issues from the past. Events occur that seem fated or predestined. It can be a real challenge getting close to a lover during this period of time. Unorthodox, experimental, and non-intimate relationships may be favored. Relationships that have been especially challenging may come to an end during this cycle. However, strong relationships will survive it, even if there are a few bumps and bruises along the way. For singles, this is a good time for "eyes wide open" or experimental dating. It is not a time when people recognize the need for another person to complete them, or some people may be questioning whether they are with partners who actually fulfill them. This period is good for re-evaluating our relationship needs; but, again, major love decisions are best saved for after the cycle ends.For the most part, this Venus Retrograde cycle occurs in your solar eighth house of intimacy, shared resources, and personal transformation. Hold onto your money, work on a budget, and avoid arguments with loved ones that revolve around intimacy and sexuality. A disagreement over joint finances can also get you into hot water. Hold back. What you say now can have annoying ramifications. You may find it hard to feel supported by others, and your intimate life may seem superficial or even strained. You might use this time to review past purchases or to handle financial matters such as taxes that you have put off (or it may be necessary to do so). It can be a strong time for finding a good buy. It's a fine time for review and reassessment.

This retrograde cycle also affects the Venus-ruled sectors of your solar chart, which are your communications and intimacy sectors. You may be feeling unsupported emotionally and financially, and you may feel a little withdrawn when it comes to daily communications and light chit-chat.

Mercury this Month: Communications, Learning, Connections, Transportation

Until the 16th:

Mercury continues to transit your solar eighth house. The ability to analyze and rationalize some of the deeper elements inside yourself and in your intimate life now can benefit you. This is also a good time for sorting out finances, particularly money shared or coming from other sources other than your own personal income.

You might particularly enjoy discussing topics that you typically don't verbalize with someone special during this cycle. Anything taboo, mysterious, or puzzling can be especially fascinating for you just now. You have little interest in small talk. You are more aware of subtleties and nuances during this cycle, and you can use this increased insightfulness to improve your life.

From October 16th forward:

Mercury transits your solar ninth house. Not content to focus on mundane, practical affairs just now, your mind turns to bigger visions, thoughts, and ideals. You are open to expanding your knowledge base during this cycle, and communications from or with someone far away may be part of the picture.

You are putting everything into perspective now, rather than compartmentalizing. Instead of simply shooting the breeze, you are more inclined to discuss broader philosophies now. Your inclination during this cycle is to think about the "big picture" rather than the mundane circumstances and details of your life. Missing appointments and other forms of forgetfulness could be part of the picture now.

Mars this Month: Energy, Drive, Courage

Until the 10th:

Mars continues to activate your solar eleventh house. You take a more direct approach to realizing your dreams now, rather than simply hoping and wishing.

You might find that you have more energy and enthusiasm for spending time with others, but arguments now may be with or on behalf of friends. You can be especially effective at encouraging others now, as well as at leading or organizing a group.

From October 10th forward:

With Mars moving through your solar twelfth house, this is the time to research and reflect upon your goals. It can be a time when past actions catch up with you--and this is not necessarily a bad thing!

It could also be a time when much of your energy is channeled into private matters, or when you prefer that others not observe what you are doing. This is natural--you may just as well do your best work alone for now. Unconscious behavior patterns could influence the way you assert yourself.

Some may experience insomnia during this phase, especially if they are not allowing themselves the chance to recoup and if they are not letting their intuition serve them. Others may enjoy a more active dreaming life (this includes day-dreaming), and, if allowed to run free, the imagination can serve them very well, especially with regards to goals and new concepts.

Overview Horoscope:

Pisces October 2018 Monthly Horoscope Summary: There is a reserved theme with you this month, dear Pisces, with the New Moon occurring in your intimacy sector on the 8th and Mars charging through your privacy sector. Love is private, intimate, and passionate in the month ahead, and discoveries are rich. You're observing, editing, refining, and strategizing, and these are perfect activities for the current astrological climate.

Despite this introspective focus, key planets are encouraging you to explore new ideas and experiences, especially as October advances. Jupiter is heading to the top of your solar chart but won't get there until November 9th. In October, Jupiter is finishing up its transit of your spirit sector in style. It's opening up your mind to new ideas and opening the doors to you for opportunities with promotion, publishing, travel, and education. Mercury, Venus, and the Sun are all spending time in this sector of your solar chart, and these areas are fairly popping.

With Mars in your privacy sector all month and Venus retrograde, you'd be wise to focus your energies on tying up loose ends and a work-in-progress rather than brand new beginnings. However, there can be much to enjoy socially at this time. In fact, you may be doing some experimentation now. Someone may take issue with you if you've been on the fence about a matter, or if you have been stalling around the 10th, however. You need some time to process feelings and affections.

You're seeking answers from within at the beginning of the month, and you're making some astute observations as you step back from the action just a little, but watch it closely! It's a good month for deepening a connection but do prepare yourself for some complications. Travel, legal, or educational plans may not be moving forward at the speed you'd like. With Venus retrograde from the 5th affecting your axis of communication and transportation in October, you may be contending with delays and changes of heart.

This Venus retrograde may be a little easier on you than most. For one, in October Venus is traveling in harmony with your sign, and for another, Mars is in the background of your chart for the duration, and you're not as inclined to come on strong. As such, some of the social flubs that are common with retrograde Venus are not as likely for you this time around.

Ideas are so plentiful this month that you can have a difficult time choosing one or two and going with them, leading to a bit of chaos. However, you'd be wise to take the cue from Mars in your privacy sector and avoid pushing too hard. A new perspective can see you redefining some of your beliefs, ideals, goals, and dreams, especially around the 15th and 25th. You might also more clearly see which approaches or expectations you had in the past that sent you along the wrong path. Through conversations or musings, you can gain significant insight into mysteries from your personal history.

The Full Moon on the 24th is an eye-opening one and may feel a little hectic, but through a bit of chaos comes enlightenment, or at least a greater understanding of what's most important to you.

The last week of the month is powerful. Jupiter is spending its final weeks in your adventure sector, aligns with Mercury, and connects with Chiron in your sign in a beautiful aspect. You're gearing up for an ambition-fueled year, but for now, you're capturing your spirit for learning. This is an important time for enthusiasm, creative enterprise, self-expression, and letting go of inhibitions. You're letting go of the more rigid elements of your personality. You are your biggest selling point right now – your character is shining -- but the key is your humble confidence. You can benefit from word of mouth or positive reviews. Take every opportunity to brush up on skills and boost your knowledge now. This can also be a good time for meeting a special friend, possibly through your interests, studies, travels, or adventures.

See our Time Line Forecast report for a personalized forecast for the year ahead.

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See also Pisces 2018 Horoscope Preview.

Pisces (Born March 12 to 20)
AND Pisces Ascendant from 20 to 30 degrees Pisces:

October 2018 Pisces Horoscope: Love, Career, & General Trends

Overview.

The Sun this Month: Central Focus, Consciousness

Until October 13th:

The Sun continues to put a spotlight on your solar seventh house--your partnership sector. This can be a time of much learning through the mirror of close relationships. It's not the time to push your agenda or personal plans forward; rather, it's a cycle in which you are at your best when you recognize the need to form alliances, to give back to a special someone, and to compromise in order to find some balance in your life.

It's a strong period for putting yourself into another person's shoes and to better understand him/her. You may be meeting with someone strong and assertive by nature now, or a partner is more assertive and needy of attention. There may be some competitive feelings between you and a significant other now. Focus is on reconciliation, forming or cementing bonds, diplomacy, consultation, one-on-one interactions, and negotiations. You may feel a little drained physically now, temporarily.

From October 13th forward:

The Sun energizes your sector of transformation, change, sexuality, personal growth, regeneration, others' money and resources, addictions, and taxes. As a result, this is not the most gregarious of months for you. You take a step back, focus on intimacy with a partner, or simply retreat a little from the hectic pace of life. This is an excellent time to create a budget or financial plan, or to rid yourself of bad habits that undermine your sense of personal power and self-mastery.

All that is deeply personal comes into focus now. Intimate matters are especially important to you during this cycle. Just how well you are handling your life comes up for inspection. Your self-mastery skills and psychological predisposition matter to you more than usual. This is the time of year when you are most desirous of change on a deep level. Clearing out psychic "junk" or ridding yourself of bad habits may be part of the picture now. You are more willing than usual to explore life's secrets.

This cycle brings greater in-depth understanding and an inclination to delve beneath the surface of matters to get to the bottom of them. Research uncovers new material that allows you to develop a better overall picture of the year's events. This is an especially introspective cycle during which you have the chance to truly uncover your personal strengths and talents. On a more practical level, you may be dealing with joint finances and shared resources now more than usual.

Venus this Month: Love, Romance, Social Life, Comfort

Venus is retrograde from October 5th to November 16th Venus retrograde in general: As the planet of love and values, Venus retrograde periods are periods during which we re-assess what--and who--we value. It is a period that most astrologers consider inopportune for getting married or starting a new relationship. Major financial undertakings are not advised during this period as well. Venus retrograde cycles are good times for creating budgets and financial plans, and for re-thinking our personal relationships. Old friends and lovers may re-appear, perhaps complicating current relationships. We are called upon to deal with relationship issues from the past. Events occur that seem fated or predestined. It can be a real challenge getting close to a lover during this period of time. Unorthodox, experimental, and non-intimate relationships may be favored. Relationships that have been especially challenging may come to an end during this cycle. However, strong relationships will survive it, even if there are a few bumps and bruises along the way. For singles, this is a good time for "eyes wide open" or experimental dating. It is not a time when people recognize the need for another person to complete them, or some people may be questioning whether they are with partners who actually fulfill them. This period is good for re-evaluating our relationship needs; but, again, major love decisions are best saved for after the cycle ends.For the most part, this Venus Retrograde cycle occurs in your solar eighth house of intimacy, shared resources, and personal transformation. Hold onto your money, work on a budget, and avoid arguments with loved ones that revolve around intimacy and sexuality. A disagreement over joint finances can also get you into hot water. Hold back. What you say now can have annoying ramifications. You may find it hard to feel supported by others, and your intimate life may seem superficial or even strained. You might use this time to review past purchases or to handle financial matters such as taxes that you have put off (or it may be necessary to do so). It can be a strong time for finding a good buy. It's a fine time for review and reassessment.

This retrograde cycle also affects the Venus-ruled sectors of your solar chart, which are your communications and intimacy sectors. You may be feeling unsupported emotionally and financially, and you may feel a little withdrawn when it comes to daily communications and light chit-chat.

Mercury this Month: Communications, Learning, Connections, Transportation

Until the 3rd: 

Mercury continues to transit your solar seventh house. You can be especially aware of your "audience" in your communications now, which tend to be diplomatic and respectful during this cycle. You may be encountering an especially chatty or communicative partner, or meeting youthful, talkative people.

At this time, you love to hear others' opinions and perspectives, and it's an excellent time to do so. Others can spur on your own thinking and decision making processes now, simply by offering another perspective. You are thinking a lot about others, a partner, and relating in general, and in some cases perhaps worrying over these things.

From October 3-23: 

Mercury transits your solar eighth house. You are more intuitive now than usual, picking up all of the hidden cues from people around you and reading between the lines. This is an excellent cycle in which to do some financial planning and strategizing.

Research is also highly favored. It's easier for you to approach sensitive, intimate, and personal matters with rationality and logic. As such, this is a great time to open up conversations about topics that normally might cause waves, such as those revolving around the sharing of power, intimacy, and finances.

From October 23rd forward: 

Mercury transits your solar ninth house. Not content to focus on mundane, practical affairs just now, your mind turns to bigger visions, thoughts, and ideals. You are open to expanding your knowledge base during this cycle, and communications from or with someone far away may be part of the picture.

You are putting everything into perspective now, rather than compartmentalizing. Instead of simply shooting the breeze, you are more inclined to discuss broader philosophies now. Your inclination during this cycle is to think about the "big picture" rather than the mundane circumstances and details of your life. Missing appointments and other forms of forgetfulness could be part of the picture now.

Mars this Month: Energy, Drive, Courage

Until the 30th:

Mars continues to activate your solar eleventh house. You take a more direct approach to realizing your dreams now, rather than simply hoping and wishing.

You might find that you have more energy and enthusiasm for spending time with others, but arguments now may be with or on behalf of friends. You can be especially effective at encouraging others now, as well as at leading or organizing a group.

From October 30th forward:

With Mars moving through your solar twelfth house, this is the time to research and reflect upon your goals. It can be a time when past actions catch up with you--and this is not necessarily a bad thing!

It could also be a time when much of your energy is channeled into private matters, or when you prefer that others not observe what you are doing. This is natural--you may just as well do your best work alone for now. Unconscious behavior patterns could influence the way you assert yourself.

Some may experience insomnia during this phase, especially if they are not allowing themselves the chance to recoup and if they are not letting their intuition serve them. Others may enjoy a more active dreaming life (this includes day-dreaming), and, if allowed to run free, the imagination can serve them very well, especially with regards to goals and new concepts.

Overview Horoscope:

Pisces October 2018 Monthly Horoscope Summary: There is a reserved theme with you this month, dear Pisces, with the New Moon occurring in your intimacy sector on the 8th and Mars charging through your privacy sector. Love is private, intimate, and passionate in the month ahead, and discoveries are rich. You're observing, editing, refining, and strategizing, and these are perfect activities for the current astrological climate.

Despite this introspective focus, key planets are encouraging you to explore new ideas and experiences, especially as October advances. Jupiter is heading to the top of your solar chart but won't get there until November 9th. In October, Jupiter is finishing up its transit of your spirit sector in style. It's opening up your mind to new ideas and opening the doors to you for opportunities with promotion, publishing, travel, and education. Mercury, Venus, and the Sun are all spending time in this sector of your solar chart, and these areas are fairly popping.

With Mars in your privacy sector all month and Venus retrograde, you'd be wise to focus your energies on tying up loose ends and a work-in-progress rather than brand new beginnings. However, there can be much to enjoy socially at this time. In fact, you may be doing some experimentation now. Someone may take issue with you if you've been on the fence about a matter, or if you have been stalling around the 10th, however. You need some time to process feelings and affections.

You're seeking answers from within at the beginning of the month, and you're making some astute observations as you step back from the action just a little, but watch it closely! It's a good month for deepening a connection but do prepare yourself for some complications. Travel, legal, or educational plans may not be moving forward at the speed you'd like. With Venus retrograde from the 5th affecting your axis of communication and transportation in October, you may be contending with delays and changes of heart.

This Venus retrograde may be a little easier on you than most. For one, in October Venus is traveling in harmony with your sign, and for another, Mars is in the background of your chart for the duration, and you're not as inclined to come on strong. As such, some of the social flubs that are common with retrograde Venus are not as likely for you this time around.

Ideas are so plentiful this month that you can have a difficult time choosing one or two and going with them, leading to a bit of chaos. However, you'd be wise to take the cue from Mars in your privacy sector and avoid pushing too hard. A new perspective can see you redefining some of your beliefs, ideals, goals, and dreams, especially around the 15th and 25th. You might also more clearly see which approaches or expectations you had in the past that sent you along the wrong path. Through conversations or musings, you can gain significant insight into mysteries from your personal history.

The Full Moon on the 24th is an eye-opening one and may feel a little hectic, but through a bit of chaos comes enlightenment, or at least a greater understanding of what's most important to you.

The last week of the month is powerful. Jupiter is spending its final weeks in your adventure sector, aligns with Mercury, and connects with Chiron in your sign in a beautiful aspect. You're gearing up for an ambition-fueled year, but for now, you're capturing your spirit for learning. This is an important time for enthusiasm, creative enterprise, self-expression, and letting go of inhibitions. You're letting go of the more rigid elements of your personality. You are your biggest selling point right now – your character is shining -- but the key is your humble confidence. You can benefit from word of mouth or positive reviews. Take every opportunity to brush up on skills and boost your knowledge now. This can also be a good time for meeting a special friend, possibly through your interests, studies, travels, or adventures.

See our Time Line Forecast report for a personalized forecast for the year ahead.

Get your unique Personalized Horoscope for the year ahead—over 100 pages long—for a detailed guide to your best days and your most challenging days for attracting love, career success, communication, and more.

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Love outlook for the year ahead. Try our Love & Romance Forecast report.

Romantic Compatibility Reports

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romantic compatibility reports, including the Synastry and Love Ties reports.

See also Pisces 2018 Horoscope Preview.