February 23, 2026 - We slow our speech and open our hearts this week, choosing care over speed in love. On Thursday, Mercury turns retrograde in tender Pisces, so our dates, texts, and promises will benefit from pauses and edits. We may reconnect with someone, reread old chats, or rework a touchy topic that needs gentler language. Let feelings breathe, and be sure to check assumptions -- the mischievous messenger planet can blur lines between fantasy and fact. On Saturday, Mercury meets Venus (also in Pisces), blending thoughtful words with sweetness, which helps apologies land and invitations sound sincere. This pairing is all about soft music, handwritten notes, and simple plans that keep expectations light and affection honest. Through all this, we should practice care, both for ourselves and others, by keeping pressure out of relationship conversations and giving room for emotion. If confusion arises, step back, breathe, and choose the kindest phrasing possible. It's possible to love steadily even when your other half is a little out of sorts. Avoid mixed signals by saying less and doing it clearly. For a practical step, pick one conversation to revisit later on -- is it really as urgent as it seems? Get your Daily Horoscope delivered to your inbox for FREE. Sign up now!
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