When it comes to zodiac compatibility, some signs are better for you than others. Although you might be attracted to a star sign completely opposite of yours, what you need might be a sign more similar to yours. On the other hand, for some zodiac signs, what you want and what you need in a relationship are not that different.
So whether you’re looking for a new relationship or want to know how to work on your current relationship, read on to find out what your zodiac sign’s needs and wants are in a relationship.
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What you want and what you need in a relationship, according to your zodiac sign
Aries (March 21 – April 19)
Aries, you want a partner who looks good and makes you look even better when you’re together. You are not shallow per se, but you appreciate attractiveness in all its forms: a handsome face, a fit body, and a dazzling smile.
You want someone you can brag about, yes, but you also want someone who brings excitement and passion every day.
However, what you need is someone you won’t get bored with. Having passion every day is one thing, but if you start expecting the same old, you’ll quickly get bored.
You need someone who will be patient with you no matter what (and won’t shy away from forgiveness when you need it).
But most of all, you need someone who won’t run away when the going gets tough or when it’s hard to get along.
Taurus (April 20 – May 20)
Taurus, you want a relationship that looks like something out of a romantic movie; complete with lots of undying care and love.
Your ideal partner is someone who sees absolutely no fault with you, but will gladly spend their life being your «fixer superior»; basically, someone who loves you so much that he is willing to trade his whole being for you.
What you really need, Taurus, is a sense of undying respect for one another. Whether it’s something you talk about with your partner or just an unspoken mutual agreement, you know better than anyone that if there’s no respect, then there’s no relationship.
You also need someone who you know is good enough for you (and vice versa), not someone you’re constantly wishing was someone else or someone better.
Gemini (May 21 – June 20)
Gemini, you have such high expectations for your relationships that you want everything in one person or in no one. You want someone who is incredibly smart and funny, but isn’t afraid to admit that they’re a little crazy sometimes.
In other words, you want to date yourself… or at least someone who’s like your twin.
What you need, however, is someone who can balance your personality with something different, yet complementary.
You need someone who is wise and understanding; someone who really listens to you when you speak.
You also need someone who has great impulse control – there’s usually only room for one spontaneous person in a relationship, which is a good thing (makes you a more dynamic couple).
Cancer (June 21 – July 22)
Cancer, it’s no secret to anyone who knows you that you want a relationship that is all affection, love and gifts. You want someone who won’t hurt your feelings, intentionally or accidentally, because there’s too much love between the two of you to ever fight.
If you could have one thing in a relationship, it would be a partner who knows exactly what you want, when you want it, without you having to say a word.
Of course, this type of relationship only sounds realistic to you, Cancer. What you really need is someone to help you relax and unwind a bit.
You may not realize it, but you’re so uptight with expectations for yourself and your partner that you rarely have time to enjoy love.
Instead of dating a mind reader, you need a partner who is loyal, patient, and honest, so you never have to worry about how they really feel.
Leo (July 23 – August 22)
It’s no surprise that as a Leo, you want someone who is your biggest fan. You love attention and want a surplus in your relationship.
You can make mistakes and forget to share love, but that’s what a partner who has eternal support for you is for, right?
And, if all goes according to your plan, you have a partner that you can show off to all your friends and use as a way to increase your popularity.
But ask yourself: is that really what you need, Leo? No, what you need is someone who tells it like it is; someone who is honest with you and isn’t afraid to tell you that you’re being a little selfish.
You need someone who is wise, understanding, and willing to grow with you and help you when you need it, not speak ill of you.
Your partner should be indulgent and loving, but not stifling or submissive.
Virgo (August 23 – September 22)
Virgo, you basically want a partner who can be self-sufficient (and hardly a part of the relationship) and someone you can boss around (but on nicer terms).
You want to be able to date someone with as much intelligence and common sense as you do, as well as the ability to take their criticism without flinching.
In other words, a partner who can be there for you and give you space every time you snap your fingers.
Instead of looking for what you want (which isn’t really a relationship), think about what you need. Criticism is very important to you, but more than that, you need someone who appreciates everything you do for yourself and for others.
You need someone who makes you feel happy and safe, but still has some cards on his chest. Most importantly, you need a partner who knows who they are (so you don’t have to babysit).
Libra (September 23 – October 22)
Your biggest relationship goal on your bucket list is to be with someone who makes you want to spam Instagram with your cuteness.
You want everyone to be secretly jealous of you two because you are so romantic and you are so adorable around them.
You also want someone who will give you all the attention you could want, but in a sweet and romantic way that you can dream about all day.
What you really need, Libra, is a best friend, not a trophy mate. You need someone you can really talk to and get to know (even years from now), but more importantly, someone who won’t take advantage of your love or kindness.
And when things get crazy, you need a mediator who always makes you feel like you can take on the world, instead of letting you drown in your own doubts.
Scorpio (October 23 – November 21)
You are no stranger to the power that control can give you in your own life, so being in a relationship where you can still feel control and almost omnipresent is something you have always wanted.
Yes, you also want passion and adoration, but what is really important to you is having a partner who can be submissive at all times with unwavering devotion to you.
This type of relationship really only works in those hardcore romance books, Scorpio, so it’s best to scale it back a bit while you can.
What you really need in a relationship is respect and someone with a backbone, even if it feels better for someone to succumb to you.
You need loyalty in every situation and to know that your partner will never hurt you, something that you can demonstrate with your fidelity and honesty.
Sagittarius (November 22 – December 19)
You know that a serious relationship can be scary and a bit difficult, Sagittarius, so what you really want is someone who is not interested in a textbook relationship.
You want someone who appreciates your values and is so similar to you that it’s like your twin.
You want someone who is a little dangerous and a lot of fun, someone who will go anywhere and do anything while they are together.
Just because you like to have fun and want to be free doesn’t mean that’s the only thing that makes a relationship worthwhile. What you need is a partner who can bring consistency to the relationship without making you sacrifice your independence.
You need someone who understands you and understands that you have needs both inside and outside of the relationship. A partner who can forgive will make you feel loved and welcome.
Capricorn (December 20 – January 19)
Capricorn, you want a partner who has like-minded ideas and a relationship that doesn’t get in the way of your work life. It should feel easy and successful without you having to try too hard.
You want someone who is loyal to the extreme and a relationship that everyone who knows you can describe as perfect, even if you yourself know it’s not perfect.
However, what you really need is someone to help you get out of your head and see that the best things in life are right in front of you.
You need imagination and youth because, Capricorn, you are already the most grown-up person anyone will ever meet.
Of course, you still have to be yourself, so having a partner who isn’t a pushover, but allows you to be the boss, will make your relationship that much better.
Aquarius (January 20 – February 18)
Aquarius, you want your relationship to be a bit of everything, but to be unique. You want a partner who can be insanely smart, romantic, and funny all rolled into one, as well as someone you can call your best friend.
Freedom is very important to you, so you want to be in a relationship but feel like you’re still your own person without being attached to someone else.
What you really need is independence, something very different from freedom. With independence, you can be your own person and do whatever you want, and still be able to have a strong relationship.
You need a best friend, but someone you can talk to about anything; communication is key. You also need someone who is smart like you, but with a different kind of smart so that you are always learning together.
Pisces (February 19 – March 20)
You definitely want a fairy tale romance, Pisces, with someone you can describe as artistic, poetic, and sensitive.
You may not say it out loud, but the idea of fixing someone who might be feeling a little lost or unloved is incredibly romantic for you because you love the idea of being someone’s hero.
You want someone who dazzles you but is also dazzled by you.
What you need instead, Pisces, is someone who is strong enough to be their own person without wanting to be fixed.
You need someone who will always wait for you and never give up for no reason.
You may get caught up in your own thoughts, but your ideal partner has patience for days and is the stability in your life that you’ve always needed without being condescending or bossy.