You are in the midst of what could be one of the most important times of your life when it comes to relationships. Loving Venus turned retrograde in your passionate sign on October 8 and won’t move forward again until November 18, churning up buried issues from your past. This certainly can complicate personal matters, even bringing up instances of jealousy and betrayal. Happily, this isn’t about seeing a horror movie from your romantic life; it’s a journey to the depths of yourself where you get to feel what’s real with greater intensity and clarity.

But this isn’t simply a time of review because the creative Sun’s forward thrust in your sign warms your heart and lifts your spirits through November 22. In fact, the New Moon in Scorpio on November 5 signals a fresh start for you. This is your chance to begin again, even in a long-term relationship, as you find the drive to recommit to a worthy alliance or head off in a totally different direction. Even if you’ve been discouraged about love, this is a time when you can put yourself in gear and turn this situation around. It starts with your willingness to be bolder in how you approach others. Sure, if you come on too strong it could scare some people away. But those who lack the will to handle you are best left out of your personal life. Passion is what you’re about and even though it can take you to extremes, it’s what sets you apart from others and makes you the most desirable person in the world for the right partner.