Jealousy may be like a mischievous sprite, creating problems out of thin air. Suspicion and possessiveness can easily turn a relationship or budding bond into a tense tug-of-war. So, root out what causes any lack of trust. There's a strong possibility you have the wrong end of the proverbial stick, too. Don't assume the worst, okay?

A tense exchange could focus too intently on a "surface issue" when something deeper needs and deserves attention. Even a small disagreement could grow from a molehill into a mountain once emotions are involved. So, instead of tap dancing around an issue, let feelings flow and speak openly about what's truly bothering you. Play your part in nipping this in the bud.

Compromise may be the ultimate relationship challenge now. It might feel like trying to merge two puzzle pieces that won't fit. If your and a lover's beliefs or morals are on opposite ends of the universe, remember – your heart knows what it wants and will tell you the truth. Finding middle ground doesn't mean agreeing to something your heart disagrees with.

What you desire and need may be in the throes of a dispute. If a lover or love interest pushes you toward old patterns, don't be afraid to say that you've outgrown a previous need and require something with more pizzazz or spice now. Your love story isn't written in stone. See it as a choose-your-own-adventure!

Fear wants to crash your emotional party, possibly due to past heartaches. But looking backward too intently and seeing past developments through an unrealistic or unfair lens is possible. So, don't project the past onto a lover or partner. Instead, give them a chance to be the hero of your love story, not the villain. Have a little faith, and be their partner-in-fun!

Once again, your words need monitoring! Your caring heart might spot ways to help your lover, but unsolicited advice can be like sprinkling salt on an open wound. Instead, give them space to be the independent superstar you and they know they are. Trust that, budding or otherwise, a relationship will flourish when you let your paramour spread their wings.

Predictability's great, but today, you might feel like you're in a straightjacket of consistency! A lover's or partner's keenness to plan is wonderful, but if they're mentally five years ahead, it's like they've teleported out of the present moment. So, don't let a relationship become a sci-fi thriller. Pull them back from their time-travel daydreams to enjoy some here-and-now time together!

Feeling like a lone wolf, Virgo? It's time to embrace your inner creativity or indulge in a spa day for one! A lover or partner might raise an eyebrow at your solo shenanigans but don't take it personally. Finding a little peace and quiet to connect with your thoughts and feelings is like vitamins for your relationship world. Maybe your paramour will catch the "me-time" bug from you.

Miscommunication knocks on your door! It could be easy for any sweet message to get lost in translation. But even if you and someone special are on the same page, the text and fonts may look different. So, avoid the argument trap by reassuring your paramour that you're their biggest cheerleader. Then, try to look at how you both want the same thing but maybe in different ways.

A lover's or partner's disagreement with something you see as straightforward might feel like an annoying movie plot twist. But before you push your point of view, try talking it out first. Share your thoughts by letting someone special know how their response or reaction makes you feel instead of accusing them of missing the plot completely.

A lover's or partner's way of showing affection could come with an audience request. They might want public displays on social media or otherwise, but you'd rather keep romance private or less in anyone's view or face. So, try to find that sweet middle ground where love shines without a spotlight or unwanted eyes. Love's a journey, not a reality show.

Excessive nitpicking can turn a relationship into a shaky Jenga tower. You might focus too much on a lover's or partner's quirks instead of the reasons why they wear a superhero cape! Be honest but kind. Sometimes, it's better to keep the occasional thought to yourself and make your point in a way that's motivating instead of hurtful.

Neptune, affecting your income and possessions, moved backwards in June. So, since then, you've been helped to take stock of your cash flow and where you stand in a material sense. Retrograde Neptune may have also put the kibosh on any flow of abundance. But as Neptune now moves forward, you're able to create realistic budgets without rose-tinted glasses getting in the way.

Since June, your ruling planet, Neptune, has moved backwards in your sign. This has significantly impacted your identity - who you believe yourself to be and how you believe others see you. But backwards-moving Neptune has likely skewed these beliefs and created confusion. As Neptune moves forward, you have a new action plan for presenting yourself to the world!

Since the end of June, distinguishing between fantasy and reality may have been difficult. Dreamy Neptune began moving backwards, encouraging you to spend more time alone or retreat from any maddening pace. Now, Neptune moves forward. So, what you've reflected on during recent months in terms of healing yourself emotionally and supporting someone close becomes an action plan.

Dreamy Neptune moved backwards in June, encouraging you to take stock of the company you keep and who you meet and mingle with socially. In recent months, you may have decided certain friendships or alliances are draining or require more effort than they're worth. As Neptune moves forward, you could find that the people on your Christmas card list have changed. Que sera sera.

Since Neptune moved backwards in June, you've taken stock of your career direction and how you would define your dream job. Neptune has helped you identify how to bring more meaning to your work and make better use of your creativity or a particular talent. As Neptune moves forward, you could discover who your true supporters are with making professional progress.

What is your highest purpose in life? Do you need to travel or relocate to satisfy an ambitious aspiration? Would studying or training help with this? These could be questions you've asked yourself since Neptune moved backwards in June. They're deep questions to ponder, but you can now address them. People from different cultures or countries could play prominent roles in this, too.

Since June, the word “boundaries” has probably featured in your thoughts. Perhaps you've felt it necessary to step back from a partnership or find a way to help somebody be less dependent on you. As Neptune moves forward, you could be better positioned to clarify boundaries between you and someone. By encouraging them to stand on their own two feet, you help them immensely.

Since June, Neptune moved backwards, affecting your relationships and partnerships. You've been helped to take stock of imbalances, identify where you go above the call of duty or how someone doesn't tick essential “ideal partner” boxes. As Neptune now moves forward, clarity arrives to remove rose-tinted glasses and help you see one-to-one connections - or one in particular - realistically.

Since June, Neptune moved backwards, helping you assess your health, where improvements can be made with exercise and what you put down your neck. Social media is full of adverts for concoctions claiming to burn fat and vibrating gizmos promising a six-pack in 24 hours. But what works for you? What routine would you stick to? As Neptune moves forward, these answers could be clearer.

Since June, Neptune has moved backwards, affecting how you express yourself from your heart and what fun and frivolity mean to you. But Neptune has wanted you to accept how being less mysterious and more open and expressive can help you form or strengthen loving connections. As Neptune now moves forward, prepare to see what happens when your heart is less guarded.

Since June, Neptune has moved backwards, helping you to take stock of home and family circumstances. You may have also been reminded of how we can choose friends but not our clan! But you've had a chance to assess what those closest to you expect from you. As Neptune moves forward, it could become clear that any close bond you support or nurture doesn't benefit only them.

Since Neptune moved backwards in June, you've been reminded of how you're known by the company you keep. Do you have dozens of people on social media pages who you don't really know or never make an effort to reach out to you? They could be the first to go as Neptune moves forward. Anybody who's needy, draining or lacking integrity is unlikely to feature in your world now, too.