I know what you’re thinking. Another retrograde? With so many celestial bodies reversing course in their usual orbits, will another one even make a difference? When it’s the planet of erratic change, sudden shifts, and totally random acts of rebellion, you better believe that Uranus retrograde 2018 is about to make things a whole lot more strange around here, especially when it comes to your love life. Beginning Aug. 7, 2018, in Taurus and ending on Jan. 6, 2019, in the prior sign of Aries, this retrograde is a long one, making it less of an astrological tornado than the retrogrades of inner-planets, such as Mercury and Venus. In fact,…

Everyone can be a little bit selfish, but an ongoing trend can point to a larger concern. Here are a few pointers on how to identify narcissistic behaviors in your partner. “I’ve been out of the relationship for 10 years, and I’m so much happier now.” Mary Magnetico, a chef at Chestnut Creek Baked Goods in Grahamsville, New York, says that she was married to a narcissist. At the beginning of the relationship, he was an entirely different person. “You’re made to feel special,” she tells HealthyWay. “That usually happens rather quickly. They proclaim their love for you—and very fast, too.” Gradually, the relationship turned serious. That’s when Magnetico began…

Astronomically speaking, August has been a pretty busy month. First we had to deal with the fact that, for most of the month, five planets were all retrograde at once, including Mercury. Then there was the partial solar eclipse during the new moon, which gave off all kinds of energy and vibes. And now, on Aug. 26, a full moon is rising. Although Mercury retrograde will, thankfully, be over by then, Mars will still be retrograde, which can have entirely different side effects. So what does it mean when a full moon happens during Mars retrograde? It’s probably going to be make you feel a little off-balance. To really get…

If you’re into astronomical events, you’ll definitely want to mark your calendar for Aug. 26: that’s the night a full moon will be rising. Full moons are not only amazing to look at (as long as it’s a clear night), but they also come with energy and vibes that can affect everyone. A full moon can be an emotional time for everyone, so the energy can be either positive or negative, depending on how you use it. If you’re in a calm state of mind, yon can expect positive energy, but if you’re not… things might get a little hairy. Of course, the full moon affects everyone differently, even according…

Your Weekend Horoscope tells you how cosmic energy will impact your weekend plans. Don’t start your weekend without reading your horoscope! ARIES Don’t be shy about expressing your affection. According to your weekend horoscope, you’re likely to receive a positive response when you open up about how you feel. Your ability to keep the message playful and light ensures that the recipient won’t feel burdened by your feelings. Not everything needs to be spelled out. If you’re on the same emotional wavelength, you can get your point across without making a big fuss. You’ll have love and support coming from a variety of sources if you’re open to receiving it.…

Now that the August partial solar eclipse is behind us, it’s time to set our focus on the next astrological event to look forward to: the August full moon, which is rising on Aug. 26. As you might already know, a full moon is known for affecting people’s moods and actions in a really interesting way, and this can change depending on your zodiac sign. So what does the August full moon mean for your sign? It’s a horoscope you’ll probably want to be informed about. In general, a full moon is thought of as the end of one moon cycle. A full moon happens whenever the sun is opposite…

Do you ever feel like you just don’t belong? Well, think again. Your soul is energy and this same energy is what creates everyone and everything in this Universe. When broken down to purely an energetic state, we are all connected and we are all one. We are all here because we have a purpose to be here and a reason and motivation for existing. Many wise sages over the years have said that Earth is simply a playground where we come to learn things and experience life in the material form. On Earth we can indulge in physical and material pleasures, and learn what it means to feel love,…

Sometimes it feels like astrology only exists to bring you bad, anxiety-inducing news. We swear, the cosmos can be nice sometimes — just not right now or next week, for that matter, and it’s mostly due to Mars. If there’s one retrograde that’s defined this summer of retrogrades, it’s the backspin that the red planet of anger, action, and altercation, entered back on June 26. Since then, you may have found it especially difficult to make much progress on your plans. You might even be struggling to express your anger without totally blowing up at an innocent party. Such is the way of Mars retrograde: It shows up to remind…