If you've got big plans for the upcoming new year, set out to take destiny into your own hands with the daily horoscope for Thursday, December 29! You have all the tools you need to forge a better path forward.

We're all looking for answers to life's big question, especially at a time that favors reflection and deeper thoughts. That's what daily horoscope is here to help with.

As of Thursday, December 29, Mars is retrograde. All zodiac signs have until January 18 to take advantage of a period that comes with rich benefits, but also potential challenges.

Aries, Taurus, Gemini, Cancer, Leo, Virgo, Libra, Scorpio, Sagittarius, Capricorn, Aquarius, and Pisces: you'll find yourselves in a contemplative mood, reassessing old certainties and creating new ones.

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The name of the game is patience – to accept that Rome wasn't built in a day, to craft complex plans for the long-term future, and to understand that change is a constant process.

Draw strength and inspiration from the cosmic energy out there and let astrology guide your way forward!

Any kind of mental activity, such as learning or teaching, is favored and encouraged at the moment. Your thoughts will feel especially clear today. Duty always comes first with you and that what will pay off in the long run.

Loving words and tenderness are exactly what your partner needs right now. You can't have everything you want. Don't look for anyone to blame for this, just come to terms with reality.

Ambition and commitment are definitely worthwhile traits to cultivate. You're walking a tightrope in your relationship – one false step and you might come crashing down.

Your professional prospects are on the upswing. That nagging feeling of stagnation in the past will finally pass. You've been grumpy and irritable for a while now, take on the challenge of changing your attitude.

Tackle any financial problems calmly and rationally. Avoid taking any big risks, your situation has only just stabilized and you don't want to undo all that good work.

You don't have to be bored – there are so many things, people, and adventures to explore. The flip side of your sociability is that you sometimes leave yourself vulnerable, but this just comes with the territory.

More sleep would also do you a lot of good. You've made some serious accusations, so don't be surprised if there's tension among your loved ones. A simple apology will fix everything.

Try to be generous today and overlook any small annoyances. Praise is better than blame. The stress is weighing you down, put on the brakes and take some time to think about what makes you truly happy.

You're very grounded and have a strong need for order, which can prove challenging at times. While you've got all that surplus energy, get moving and work on your fitness.

If you continue butting heads with everyone at work, the inevitable result is a painful headache. Your love life is the polar opposite – a crush has made you gentle and attentive.

You don't know the meaning of the word compromise , it's your way or the highway. Still, people like your relentless energy and positivity. A bit more balance wouldn't go amiss, Aquarius!

Friendships are crucial to your well-being, so don't risk them by acting impulsively. Don't say yes when you mean know, you're opening yourself up to being exploited.