There’s always an undeniable attraction when Venus, planet of love and beauty, conjoins Mars, the planet of gumption and drive. However, what should be a romantic encounter can easily turn into a game of one-upmanship when they come together in the zodiac sign of Aquarius. That’s because each planet is trying to impress the other with their intellect and worldly experience. Since neither is willing to play the appreciative audience, it can sometimes devolve into a competition. Be the first to praise the other – even if it feels like you’re catering to their snobbish ego – and you’ll soon see that the reason this person wanted to impress you in the first place was to make you like them. Signs most affected: Aries, Taurus, Gemini, Libra, Scorpio, and Aquarius