Your “Situationship” Forecast This Halloween: Which Zodiac Signs Can’t Commit in love?

You know the drill. The texts are consistent, the dates are fun, and the chemistry is electric. But the second you even think about the “What are we?” talk, they vanish faster than a ghost in a haunted house. Welcome to the modern dating purgatory: the situationship. While communication and personal history play a huge role, sometimes the stars have a hand in these frustrating romantic stalemates. Certain zodiac signs, ruled by a deep need for freedom, intellectual stimulation, or the thrill of the chase, are simply more prone to avoiding the commitment label. If you’re wondering why your connection feels perpetually stuck in limbo, our astrological forecast reveals the four zodiac signs that are most likely to struggle with commitment—and the cosmic reasons why.

Ruling Planet:

Mercury, the Planet of Communication and Curiosity

Their Situationship Vibe:

The “Intellectual Playmate” Gemini isn’t necessarily afraid of commitment; they’re just more committed to the idea of possibility. Ruled by quick-witted Mercury, their mind needs constant stimulation, and a predictable, routine partnership can feel like a cage. A Gemini thrives on the initial stages of dating—the witty banter, the discovery of shared interests, the mental ping-pong match.

The moment things become serious, a Gemini can feel the walls closing in. It’s not about you; it’s about their terror of boredom. They fear that committing means the end of spontaneity and the death of fascinating conversations with new people. For them, a situationship is perfect: all the fun of connection with none of the responsibility that might limit their intellectual freedom. They are forever chasing the next great idea or conversation, and sometimes, that means keeping their romantic options as open as their mind.

Ruling Planet:

Jupiter, the Planet of Expansion and Exploration

Their Situationship Vibe:

The “Happy Wanderer” The archer is always aiming for the next horizon, both literally and figuratively. Sagittarius is the ultimate free spirit of the zodiac, ruled by optimistic Jupiter, which blesses them with an insatiable thirst for adventure. They are passionate, enthusiastic, and incredibly fun to date. However, the word “commitment” can sound a lot like “ball and chain” to their ears.

A Sagittarius fears being tied down more than anything else. They have a whole world to see, philosophies to explore, and experiences to be had. A serious relationship implies obligations and compromises that could potentially limit their freedom to spontaneously book a one-way ticket to Bali. A situationship allows them to enjoy the comforts of a connection while maintaining the autonomy to follow their wanderlust wherever it leads. They love the journey, but they’re not looking for a final destination.

Ruling Planet:

Uranus, the Planet of Rebellion and Innovation

Their Situationship Vibe:

The “Aloof Ally” Aquarius is the most humanitarian sign, capable of deep love for all of humanity, but sometimes struggling with one-on-one intimacy. Ruled by unconventional Uranus, they march to the beat of their own drum and value their independence above almost all else. They are brilliant, unique, and fascinating partners, but they often approach relationships with a detached, analytical mind.

For an Aquarius, commitment can feel like a threat to their individuality. They need significant space to pursue their often-idealistic goals and to maintain their unique identity. The emotional demands and expectations of a traditional relationship can feel overwhelming and, frankly, a little boring. A situationship provides the intellectual companionship and camaraderie they crave without the intense emotional entanglement they find suffocating. They’re your partner in crime, but on their own unconventional terms.

Ruling Planet:

Venus, the Planet of Love and Beauty

Their Situationship Vibe:

The “Perpetual People-Pleaser” This one might be a surprise. Libra, ruled by love itself, seems like the ultimate commitment sign. And they are—once they finally make a decision. The problem is getting them to that point. Libras are so consumed with weighing all options, maintaining harmony, and fearing they might make the wrong choice, that they often remain in a state of romantic paralysis.

A Libra is terrified of closing a door. What if someone better, more charming, or more intellectually stimulating comes along? What if committing to you upsets the balance in another part of their life? Their deep desire for partnership is at war with their fear of making an imperfect choice. A situationship is the perfect compromise for them; it provides the appearance of a relationship without the finality of a decision. They get to enjoy the romance and beauty of a connection while their scales remain in a perpetual, hesitant balance.