Carol Allen, Vedic astrologer, returns to kick off 2025 with her annual love forecast in an episode packed with guidance and revelations. Whether you’re single and searching, navigating a partnership, or simply curious about how the stars align for you, this episode will illuminate your path to love by highlighting the times you should lean into love, when you should play it cool and when to follow up on old flames. Plus, our Dear Damona question of the week:
What’s up with all this lovebombing on dating apps?
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TIMESTAMPS
Introduction to Vedic Astrology (00:00:13)
Understanding Vedic Astrology (00:05:46)
Auspicious Dates for Love (00:11:23)
The Importance of Venus (00:12:42)
Transits and Their Impact (00:15:08)
The Sati Sati Cycle and the US (00:16:09)
Impact of 2020 on Relationships (00:17:15)
Transitioning Relationships (00:18:22)
Rahu Periods and Global Chaos (00:18:55)
Commitment to Joy (00:19:24)
Venus in 2025 (00:20:20)
Venus Retrograde Dates (00:21:05)
Revisiting Past Connections (00:22:20)
Upcoming Venus Favorable Periods (00:24:40)
Navigating Tricky Times (00:25:58)
Mars Retrograde Impact (00:26:21)
April Challenges (00:27:33)
Mercury Retrograde Overview (00:28:40)
Mercury Retrograde Dates (00:29:58)
Jupiter and Marriage (00:31:07)
Jupiter Retrograde Timeline (00:32:21)
Winter Weddings Warning (00:33:05)
Engagement Timing (00:33:20)
Wedding Chart Insights (00:34:25)
Personal Success Calendar (00:34:27)
Astrological Techniques for Love (00:35:07)
Jupiter and Mars Relationship Technique (00:36:32)
Celebrity Astrology Examples (00:37:47)
Taylor Swift's Chart Analysis (00:40:13)
Beyoncé's Astrological Insights (00:42:27)
Personal Success Calendar Benefits (00:44:08)
Unpopular Opinion on Dating (00:46:01)
Listener Question on Love Bombing (00:47:59)
Understanding Love Bombing (00:50:09)
Patterns in Relationships (00:51:19)
Recognizing Manipulation (00:52:22)
Setting Boundaries in Dating (00:53:17)
Importance of Offline Interaction (00:54:30)
Evaluating Reactions to Boundaries (00:55:55)
Sorting Out Emotional Manipulation (00:57:29)
Upcoming Fairy Tale Retreat (00:58:36)
Astrological Calendar Offer (00:59:47)
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