Leo Weekly Horoscope

Dear Leo, life has probably gotten a little intense ever since Mercury moved into Pisces and your intimate 8th House of Shared Resources and Private Pleasures, which governs everything from big finances to sensual bonds. While Mercury’s presence here can sometimes make it easier to deal with these heavy issues in a more light-hearted fashion, Mercury is turning retrograde on the 26th, and will continue to move backwards through your 8th House until March 20th, potentially creating confusion or miscommunication along the way. During this cycle, you need to be extra careful regarding any major purchases or agreements, and if something important can be put off until late March, then by all means do that; likewise, if you’re considering looking for a loan or credit extension, you ought to hold off because you won’t get as good a deal as you might when Mercury is moving direct. You may also experience a few ups and downs in an intimate partnership, and feel like you aren’t connecting with your particular person in the satisfying way you need to, but consider this is an opportunity to improve your relationship and deepen your connection once you’ve put the work in.

The next event of the week arrives on the 27th, and it is quite a shocking one, to say the least. Energizer Mars is moving through Aquarius and your 7th House of Relationships, and it will make a rare yet very combustible square to rebellious Uranus in Taurus and your 10th House of Career, shaking things up for you on the professional front. A partner (romantic, business, or otherwise) could throw a curveball your way, or perhaps you have to take a step back from a connection because you are so busy dealing with your responsibilities at work. Another possibility is that your ascent up life’s great ladder has to be put on pause because someone you care about requires more attention and you’ve got to give it where you can. It is always difficult to know what Uranus is going to send your way, but you can be sure that Mars won’t be sending any subtle hints; there’s no missing out on this alignment.

Lastly, on the 28th, Mercury and Venus will conjoin in your intense 8th House, blending their energies into something potent and powerful. Venus want to bestow bounty upon you wherever she goes, which can translate to financial windfalls and sensual pleasures when she’s in the 8th House, but remember that with Mercury retrograde for the time being, you’d do best to deal with old finances or pre-existing relationships, as opposed to diving into anything new or breaking ground on a fresh financial scheme. Remember, also, that the 8th House is a deeply emotional place, and isn’t interested in shallow or light-hearted connections, so don’t try to pass off something simple as something special. Think quality over quantity.