Your 2023 Love & Sex Horoscope Is Here & It’s All About To Change
In astrology, “transforming relationships” was a major theme in 2022 and this trend will continue as we enter 2023. Since January 2022, the Lunar South Node of Destiny has been in Scorpio, guiding us to end toxic or unhealthy relationships. For the first half of 2023, we will continue this deep work, with one last clean-up being performed at the May 5 Full Moon Lunar Eclipse in Scorpio.
Mars, the Planet of Sex and Drive, has been assisting this transformation since it started its retrograde in autumn this year. As a classic retrograde for ending sexual connections, Mars retrograde has been transforming how we approach our masculine energy and go after what we desire. Mars goes direct on January 12, so by then, we will be able to make sense of the changes that took place over autumn and the beginning of winter.
A big shift takes place on July 17, when the Lunar South Node of Destiny enters Libra, the sign of partnerships. Functioning like a cosmic broom, this extra-powerful cosmic point will send a clear message: the relationships that don’t make room for our authenticity will have to end. In more than one way, the astrology of 2023 favours freedom and independence, which will translate into the desire to stay single. By the time mighty Jupiter meets with Healing Chiron in Aries from February 5 to April 12, the realisation that you must heal scars from previous relationships before jumping into new ones will be loud and clear. Manifesting the love life we desire, whether single or attached, truly depends on how we prioritise our own inner healing.
Venus, the Planet of Pleasure, goes retrograde this summer, from July 22 to September 3. During this time, the cosmos will make some adjustments by putting our love connections to a test. In 2023, however, Venus delivers some sweet time periods for romance to bloom when the love goddess spends time in Pisces (January 26-February 18), Taurus (March 21-April 9), and Libra (November 7-November 28).
Aries
In 2023, it’s time to clear your old baggage, Aries. Juno, the asteroid of commitment, visits your sign from January 12 to March 10, bringing a deep desire to be with someone. Lover Venus will overlap in your sign with Juno, helping you attract your heart’s desires, from February 19 to March 15. But there’s a catch! A total of five astral influences will be activating Wounded Healer Chiron in your sign (February 5-April 12), magnifying the need to heal your past wounds in love. Any unresolved relationship material will come back to the surface to be sorted out, requiring you to deal with it once and for all. By focusing on healing any past insecurities now, you will set yourself up for success for the rest of the year. Your best days for dating and taking a relationship to the next level arrive between November 7 and November 28, when Venus graces your seventh house of partnerships.
Taurus
To say that you learned a lot about love in 2022 would be an understatement, Taurus — and such a trend continues in 2023. This year, you might feel a deep need for freedom and independence within your relationships, which will be felt strongest at the May 5 Full Moon Lunar Eclipse and during the Venus retrograde (July 22-September 3). Your planetary ruler, Venus, visits your sign from April 19 to May 6, overlapping with commitment asteroid Juno from March 11 to May 2. If a relationship is going to reach the next level, this might be when! Later on, Venus clashes with freedom-loving Uranus four times: July 2, August 9, September 29, and December 20. Keep an eye on these dates for valuable guidance around finding more spontaneity in your relationships. If single, you could be attracted to someone who is not your usual type, which is part of the universe’s plan to open your mind.
Gemini
Healthy communication will be your biggest lesson in the romance department this year, with the cosmic lovers, Venus and Mars, asking you to reassess your approach. When you connect with someone at a romantic level, do you over-communicate or under-communicate, Gemini? Try answering this question as Mars (finally!) goes direct in your sign on January 12 and Venus retrogrades in your third house of talk from July 22 to September 3. A great time for love and dating arrives when Venus visits your sign, from April 19 to May 6. May 4 is an exceptionally positive day, when Venus in your sign blows a kiss to abundant Jupiter. Use this day to fill out an online dating profile, or express your feeling to someone special. If you’re attached and are considering taking a relationship to the next level, do it during the time asteroid Juno visits your sign, from May 2 to June 21.
Cancer
The year ahead brings a major turning point for your love life, dear Cancer. Pluto, the Planet of Transformation, has been changing the way you relate to others since 2008. Pluto leaves your sector of relationships from March 23 to June 10, giving you a taste of how your connections will look without this intense influence — for the next 20 years. The first half of 2023 is ideal to focus on dating or spending time with your love, because starting July 7, you could be very busy with work. The days between May 6 and June 4 are primed for connection as Venus graces your sign, with May 7 and June 4 being particularly shiny for you. If single and looking, you could meet someone through your career or a group collaboration. Attached? Your best days to call it “us” arrive between June 22 and August 14, when Juno, the Asteroid of Commitment, visits your sign.
Leo
In 2023, you’re in for a big lesson in love, Leo. Venus, the Planet of Pleasure, normally visits your sign for about three weeks every year. But in 2023, you will instead host its energy for four months due to a potent retrograde. From June 5 to October 7, Venus will be turning your attention to relationships. The retrograde — from July 22 to September 3 — will put those under a magnifying glass, exposing any misalignments. In the end, what Venus will teach you is that all your connections are a reflection of your most important bond: the one you have with yourself. When you start seeing and treating yourself like you want others to treat and see you, you will begin to manifest the love life of your dreams — as you will most likely see on December 9 and December 20, two of your lucky days in love in 2023.
Virgo
Lucky you, Virgo: You begin the year with lucky stars in love as romance-obsessed Venus visits your sector of relationships from January 26 to February 18, then your sign from October 7 to November 7. These periods are ideal for putting yourself out there if single — or seeking a deeper connection if attached. March 7 does mark an important time in your relationship journey as Saturn, the Master Teacher, enters your seventh house of relationships, a transit that will last for three years. With Saturn teaching you how to “adult” in this area of your life, there could be a major announcement, like marriage or at least cohabiting. This will be especially true as commitment asteroid Juno enters your sign on October 17. If you’re single, you could be interested in dating someone either much older or younger than you. Either way, in your love life, things are about to get interesting.
Libra
The way you see relationships will completely change in 2023, Libra. From February 5 to April 12, a total of five astral influences will be activating Wounded Healer Chiron in your seventh house of partnerships. This rare configuration will require you to heal any past relationship baggage, which will require you to get real and open about your past. By focusing on deep healing, you will set yourself up to attract better partners, especially when the Lunar North Node enters this same sector of your chart on July 17. If you’re already committed to someone, you might have to do this work together. The great news is that your connection will greatly benefit from it as Jupiter blesses your bond starting May 15. Your planetary ruler, Venus, tours your sign from November 7 to December 3, bringing moments of deep joy and rewards for your efforts.
Scorpio
2022 was a turning point in your romantic journey as you eradicated a lot of preconceived notions about love and romance. Continuing this hard work in 2023 will be key until July 17, which is when the Lunar South Node of Destiny leaves your sign. If you’re single, you could find your perfect match when magnanimous Jupiter and sexy Venus team up to shoot your charm through the roof, from April 19 to May 6. July 1 is an extra lucky day that might put you face-to-face with your soulmate if single — or that might pair you forever with your other half. Lucky as you are, dear Scorpio, you will also get to close the year with lovely Venus in your sign forming some formidable connections with four other planets. Mark December 5, December 9, December 25, and December 28 as days to be grateful for your lucky stars.
Sagittarius
When it comes to love, Sagittarius, you’re bound to grow quite considerably this year. If you’re single, the universe could have some lessons for you between February 5 and April 12. During this time, it will be crucial to be a bit choosier, as it will also be to inspect your motives when navigating the dating scene. Lover Venus visits your seventh house of partnerships from April 19 to May 6, when things could really turn around. Starting May 15, you could feel a growing need to become serious with someone. This is when Jupiter, your planetary ruler, enters Taurus, a sensual zodiac sign that functions better coupled up. If you’re already with someone, this means that your relationship will deepen — and together, you could experience a lot of growth and build something very meaningful together. This is especially true around July 1, when a “destined” event could send you in a positive direction.
Capricorn
A big shift in energy is coming, and it will affect the way you relate to others, Capricorn. Your planetary ruler, Saturn, enters Pisces on March 7, igniting your desire to merge with someone at a very deep level. This will be especially felt if you’re single, but if you’re already attached and live with your partner, they will be crucial in helping you heal some of your deepest insecurities around family and security between February 5 and April 12. All signs of the zodiac will be doing deep healing around this time, and for you, this includes partnership. As a result, you could become closer with your partner this year, and might even decide to take it to the next level. If that’s the case, the days between March 11 and May 2, as well as May 2 to June 21, are potent as commitment asteroid Juno sends lovely beams to your Sun.
Aquarius
In 2023, the tide is turning, Aquarius! For starters, you begin the year hosting Love Goddess Venus in your sign, making the days between January 2 and January 25 primed for some fun times whether single or attached. March is a big month for you: Since 2020, tough teacher Saturn has been in your sign, teaching you valuable lessons about life. When Saturn leaves your sign for good on March 7, you will automatically feel lighter and have more time to pursue romance. Do keep an eye on the days between March 23 and June 10, which is when powerful Pluto dips into your sign. Since Pluto will be affecting the way you carry yourself, watch that your motives behind dating people are based on true desire. If you are already committed but not living with your partner, there’s a possibility this might change this year as Jupiter blesses your home life starting May 15.
Pisces
Compared to other years, 2023 will be a more introspective season for you, Pisces. As soon as March 7 arrives, master teacher planet Saturn enters your sign, bringing a serious focus to your life. If you’re single, dating could be at the bottom of your to-do list once this date arrives, so enjoy yourself between January 26 and February 18, which is when Venus visits your sign. February 15 is especially glorious, when Venus and romance-obsessed Neptune meet in your sign, setting off the fireworks. If you are already seeing someone, however, Saturn in your sign could bring the desire to call it “us.” If that’s the case, do so after October 17, which is when Juno, the Asteroid of Commitment, enters your seventh house of relationships. Whether single or attached, the days between October 7 and October 17 seem special, so don’t hesitate to shoot for the stars at this time!
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