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With the New Year right around the corner, we enlisted the help of Kathryn Andren “The Love Astrologer” to give you a sneak peek into the future with your love horoscope. Read on to find out what the end of 2016 and the year 2017 has in store for you and your relationships, based on your zodiac sign.

Aries (March 21 – April 19) The good news for you Aries is your relationship region is expanded in 2017. Now through October, the largest planet Jupiter focuses on creating balanced partnerships. You may take a step back this spring, however, when the love planet Venus retrogrades in your area of individuality during March and April, let your defenses down a little. Take a risk and give up all the ways in the past you’ve been guarded against intimacy. The only way out is through.

Taurus (April 20 – May 20) The early part of this year is a good time to take care of old business. Close doors on the past while Venus, the love planet, goes retrograde in your region of completions and closures. Reconsider what is really important and say goodbye to people, projects or plans who no longer serve you. Jupiter, the planet of good fortune, blesses your area of healthy habits most of this year. Focus on a new exercise routine to keep you energized and inspired in both life and love.

Gemini (May 21 – June 20) If you’re getting ready to tie the knot or looking for love, 2017 suggests being more serious about your personal partnerships. Saturn supports commitment in your region of relationship this year so consider what will stand the test of time. Maintain integrity with your beliefs and with those who matter most. March and April is a time of reflection, when the love plant Venus retrogrades in your area of associates. Let go of friends who bring you down and be sure to keep the company of those who lift your spirits. The planet of good fortune activates your area of creativity and children now though October. Find new ways to be playful with your special someone.

Cancer (June 21 – July 22) The power planet Pluto has been creating transformation in your region of relationship for years now. An important reminder is to align with powerful partners and clearly let go of those in your life who no longer serve you. The good news: home and family life is expanded for you most of this year. Balancing your public and private life is an important challenge especially in early spring. The love planet Venus goes retrograde in your career zone most of March and April. Take time to create clear boundaries with work and play to make your life work for you.

Leo (July 23 – August 22) Making new connections and travel is in your future, Leo. In 2017, the good luck planet moves through your areas of connections and communications. If you’re looking for love, reach out to friends, neighbors, and even siblings to support you. Speaking up and speaking your truth is very important these days. You may reevaluate your belief systems or take an extravagant journey early spring when the love planet Venus activates your area of travel and philosophy.

Virgo (August 23 – September 22) Show me the money, honey! Work hard and play hard, then you’re rewarded as the largest planet Jupiter expands your area of personal possessions and money most of this year. You may experience some unexpected income stream this spring. The planet of love and money moves retrograde through your area of intimacy and inheritance March and April. It is especially important you don’t keep secrets with your special someone and the people who matter most. Stay aware and awake in your personal partnerships so you can discern truth from illusion.

Libra (September 23 – October 22) You’re lucky in love this year, Libra. The planet of good fortune, Jupiter, is in your sign emphasizing equal conscious partnerships, especially through October. Spring suggests taking one step back before moving two steps forward, when the love planet Venus energizes your area of marriage and relationships. Reassess who is really important to you and what matters most with your special someone. Home life is an area that continues to be under constant transformation, so maintain compassionate connection with family.

Scorpio (October 23 – November 21) Perhaps your quest for perfection may be holding you back from getting the love you desire. Focusing on exercise and healthy habits March and April helps you live a life you love. Take extra care this spring, as the 2017 Venus retrograde energizes your areas of work and daily routine. The largest planet, Jupiter, expands your area of completions and closure most this year, so say goodbye to those who no longer serve you. By mid October, new doors of intimacy open for you when the planet of blessings slips into your sign, Scorpio. No more hiding, let your love light shine!

Sagittarius (November 22 – December 21) Generally, you’re the life of the party Sagittarius, yet you may be taking yourself more seriously these days. Sober Saturn moves through your area of individuality and expression most of this year. 2017 is a time to focus on the future and what you really want in both life and love. Return to romance and reconsider your relationship to children when Venus activates this area for you in March and April. Consider what is your contribution and what you want to leave behind.

Capricorn (December 22 – January 19) Capricorn, you continue to carry on through some intense personal transformation. Take care to nurture your public life and career, especially now through October while the planet of good fortune energizes your career zone. You may notice a need for more privacy this spring, when the love planet Venus highlights your home life during its retrograde cycle March and April. This week, however, the Capricorn New Moon activates your area of individuality. Family fun is important, but remember to take some quiet time just for you.

Aquarius (January 20 – February 18) Set your sights higher, Aquarius. 2017 is a year where you won’t settle for anything less than the best. New ideas are activated and inspiration to travel to lands far and wide is supported by the good luck planet, Jupiter, most of this year. You may want to take off or hit the trail sometime this spring. March and April features a Venus retrograde through your area of connections and communication. A word to the wise: be selective with your choice of words. It’s important to say what you mean, and do what you say.

Pisces (February 19 – March 20) Take your time, Pisces. You may feel an inward cycle continues as nebulous Neptune cruises though your region of individuality and expression. Pay attention to the messages you receive from your dreams to inspire life and love. Come spring, take assertive action steps to make your dreams real since the love plant Venus energizes your area of property and possessions. Private time is very important to you as Jupiter expands your area of intimacy most of this year. As if you need another excuse to take time out in the bedroom!

This article was written by Elizabeth Mitchell for Brides.com.