For the most part the first half of February provides opportunities to play in a more carefree way. When you're less self-conscious and primarily concerned with your own happiness you become more attractive to others. A friendly, open way of expressing yourself with less concern about what others think can increase your chances for love. This favorable pattern is due to the Sun's passage through your 5th House of Play and Romance that lasts until February 18. There are, though, a couple of stops along the way that aren't necessarily so easy and breezy.

Venus, the planet of love and ruler of your charming sign, forms a tense 90-degree square with expansive Jupiter on February 6 that can lead to over-indulgence, coming on too strong or over-estimating someone. Venus joins suspicious Pluto on February 9, which tends to bring complex issues to the surface (unless you bury them with secrecy or shame). Power struggles and mistrust are possible, as well as going to extremes to prove your worth. The positive side of this intense pattern is getting in touch with your deepest desires and finding the passion to act on them.

On February 18 Venus squares strict Saturn, which indicates that love and pleasure are not flowing easily. Feeling under-appreciated or ignored isn't fun but challenges you to define your needs and set limits with others.