India, March 1 -- While Venus retrograde can be a time for considering past relationships, a new relationship shouldn't be out of the question. However, there are a number of things to keep in mind. Venus retrograde creates illusions or idealisations, and sometimes, it may be that new love looks very rosy. It is best to proceed carefully and not rush into anything too fast if you feel overly enamoured in the early stages. Again, this period is more about reflection regarding your patterns in prior relationships, with a wariness against repeating the mistakes, rather than avoidance of new alliances entirely.

In fact, many people tend to start new relationships with a new fling during Venus retrograde. To those brave souls who try to chase...