In 2024, even if success seems to happen overnight, remember that it’s the result of years of hard work.
Welcome to 2024, Virgo. This year sees your confidence skyrocket. When transformative Pluto enters Aquarius on Saturday, January 20, affecting your 6th House of Health (which is about beauty rituals, so don’t worry), it’s the perfect time to revamp your wellness routine. Why not experiment with a bold haircut or epic eye makeup? Then, as Pluto shifts into Capricorn and your 5th House of Pleasure on Sunday, September 1, it beckons you to dive into hobbies that spark joy. Whether it’s painting, dancing, or starting that pottery class, this is your moment. And when Pluto returns to Aquarius on Tuesday, November 19, it’s all about merging these newfound passions into your everyday life. When you’re happiest, your relationships and career flourish.
For you, Virgo, messenger Mercury’s retrogrades in 2024 might feel more intense, as this communicative planet is your ruler. The year begins on a positive note, with Mercury retrograde concluding on New Year’s Day, setting you up for a productive start just as work routines resume. However, brace yourself for the usual hiccups associated with Mercury’s retrograde phases — travel disruptions, communication mishaps, and perhaps some unexpected reconnections with people from your past. These retrograde periods occur from Monday, April 1 to Thursday, April 25, then from Monday, August 5 to Wednesday, August 28, and finally from Monday, November 25 to Sunday, December 15. As you navigate these times, remember that they also offer opportunities for reflection and growth. Read on to discover more celestial insights on how to make 2024 a remarkable year in aspects of love, friendship, career, and health.
Love & Relationships
Right off the bat, your ruling planet, messenger Mercury, goes direct on Monday, January 1, setting a clear path for communication in love. Remember, during Mercury retrogrades throughout the year, resist the temptation to revisit past flings. You don’t want texts from toxic exes, and you don’t want to risk being one yourself. Instead, focus on nurturing current relationships even in the face of nostalgia.
Shortly after the first Mercury retrograde ends, the turned-on planet Mars moves into devilish Capricorn, and your 5th House of Pleasure is on Thursday, January 4. This transit injects passion into long-term relationships and adds a spark to new ones. And, of course, it’s a great reminder of the power of sex toys. The heat intensifies when romantic Venus joins Mars in Capricorn on Tuesday, January 23, blending physical affection and deep emotional bonds.
Then, on Friday, March 22, as Mars moves into Pisces and your 7th House of Partnership, your desire for physical affection might be at a boiling point. If you’re single, this is a great time to dive into the dating scene. However, it’s also perfectly fine to take a step back from dating (once again, there are always sex toys). This is a transit that sees change in your sex life. However that manifests is between you and your god(ddes)es.
By Sunday, August 4, when Venus enters your sign, Virgo, you’ll feel a sense of comfort and stability in your relationships. This period is all about enjoying the security and depth of your connections. And finally, the full moon in Aries lights up your 8th House of Sex on Thursday, October 17. If you’re dating, expect mind-blowing orgasms, as this lunar phase amplifies sexual energy and deepens emotional bonds.
Friendships
As the sun enters Cancer and your 11th House of Friendship on Thursday, June 20, all you want to do is have fun with your favorite people. This period also encourages you to blend your romantic and social life, ensuring your partner, if you’re dating, gets along with your friends. Remember, friendships are the foundation of your emotional house, deserving as much attention and care as your romantic relationships. Perhaps even more, after all, you need someone to vent about your dating partner, no matter how awesome they are.
Be mindful of arguments within your social circle around Thursday, May 23, as the full moon in Sagittarius lights up your 4th House of Home and Family. This beautiful but intense lunar phase might stir up some tension within your chosen family. It’s always a good idea to avoid the drama by spending full moons at home alone, relaxing with TV and snacks.
Then, there’s a new moon, the time associated with beginnings, on Friday, July 5, in Cancer, and your 11th House, which brings fresh energy for making new friends. And as Virgo season starts on Thursday, August 22 (happy solar return!), even if you lean towards solitude, the Hermit tarot card is associated with your sign; after all, make it a point to carve out time for friends. Looking at the year’s end, as chatty Mercury enters your 4th House of Home and Family on Friday, November 2, talk to others about spending the festivities with your real family, whether they’re related to you or not. You deserve to have fun during the holidays.
Career
During Gemini season, one of the most important parts of 2024 for work and career, the sun illuminates your 10th House of Social Status, starting Monday, May 20, making the spring particularly rewarding for your career. You’ll find yourself gaining recognition and fame in your field, which is always a motivating factor, especially when you’re also properly compensated. And, without risking your ability to put food on the table, Gemini season is also a great time to ask for a raise or recognition if it doesn’t happen on its own.
When Venus, the planet ruling not just love but also money, enters your sign, Virgo, on Sunday, August 4, it’s an opportune moment to assert your professional desires. Whether it’s advocating for a better work/life balance or seeking a raise, this is your time to ask for what you want and deserve. Your works continue to hold power when Venus, the badass ruler of money (in addition to love and beauty), enters Libra and your 2nd House of Possessions on Thursday, August 29. As a sign often associated with productivity, while work/life balance is crucial, it’s also okay if you’re obsessed with your job or creative passion and want to give it your all. It’s also okay if you break stereotypes and only work to live, not the other way around.
Despite how busy it gets during the winter months, keep an eye out for the full moon in popular Gemini and your 10th House of Social Status on Sunday, December 15. This lunar phase, known for bringing results, is a time to see the results of your hard work and dedication. Even if success seems to happen overnight, remember that it’s the result of years of hard work and is absolutely deserved. Don’t second-guess it.
Health & Wellness
The year begins with Pluto entering Aquarius and your 6th House of Health on Saturday, January 20. You’re encouraged to build confidence through nurturing self-care practices during this time. Whether it’s ensuring plenty of sleep, giving therapy a try, or whatever your preferred form of emotional wellness is, this period is about curating inner strength. When Pluto shifts into Capricorn and your 5th House of Pleasure on Sunday, September 1, your focus turns to more aesthetic pursuits. You’ve always been hot, but now you know it and want your outside to match how good you feel on the inside. Feel free to experiment with hairstyles, try injectables, or even dissolve yours. Remember, there’s no shame in indulging in vanity—that’s a misogynistic myth.
The new moon in Aquarius on Friday, February 9, in your 6th House of Health is an ideal time to try out a new beauty ritual. This lunar phase is about cosmic wellness and beauty, not health alarms. Nonetheless, keeping up with regular health check-ups is always wise. And if you have a familiar, don’t forget to take them to the vet as well. You may be the hermit of the zodiac, but you’re always okay with kitty cats or pup dogs.
Venus then glides into Aquarius and your 6th House on Friday, February 16, making you feel particularly pretty just in time for Valentine’s Day. Whether single or in a relationship, it’s a perfect time to pamper yourself, perhaps with some makeout-ready lip glosses or lipsticks. However, the full moon in Aquarius on Monday, August 19, also in your 6th House, brings a different vibe. While new moons mark beginnings, full moons can stir up emotions. They’re a call for introspection and self-care. And, a great excuse to stay in.
