March 21 – April 20

The sun, moon and Mercury will all be transiting your house of serious relationships during late October. In love matters, don’t hedge your bets. Better to put all of your energy into the one who cares for you most. Another Aries understands you deeply. Stop denying and start undressing.

April 21 – May 20

You need to know that the person you love loves you back. This is a tender time for you, Taurus. It seems as if the world is plotting against you. Actually, the stars are lining up to tell you: “Relax and stop pressuring yourself so much.” Take some down time for yourself. And some “down on me” time with an Aquarius.

May 21 – June 21

It’s hard to focus on the big picture this week, so don’t even try. Just take care of all the little tasks in your day-planner. Your work life changes for the better when you follow through on small goals and meet your regular deadlines. Love sneaks up on you in the form of a fellow Gemini.

June 22 – July 22

The Sun joins Mercury in your creative sector on Oct. 24. Immerse yourself in the creative world, and you will reconnect to a more lively part of yourself. Shake up the status quo in your life. A Scorpio causes controversy — which is just what you need a taste of.

July 23 – Aug.22

The new moon in your home sector on Oct. 25 could give you the inspiration to change your surroundings. You need to create a calm, aesthetically pleasing space. Then you need to invite a Taurus over for a tour of your most intimate rooms.

Aug. 23 – Sept. 22

Don’t take life too seriously, darling. This is a playful time for you, so get out and do the silly things that bring you the most joy. A Libra is the perfect mischievous playmate for you right now. See what kind of trouble you can stir up when you play hooky together.

Sept. 23 – Oct. 22

If you are going to work so hard, you should work hard for yourself, darling. Invest in a business that you can run from home. Start small now, and by the time Jupiter moves into your sign (next fall) you will be in an independent, extremely powerful position. A Cancer wants to place you in an extremely submissive position.

Oct. 23 – Nov. 21

The Scorpionic season is upon us. The Sun enters your sign on Oct. 23, and the new moon in Scorpio adds fuel to the fire on Oct. 25. You can’t hide behind fear or excuses any more. Be the master of your own universe. A Taurus is enthralled by your take-charge persona.

Nov. 22 – Dec. 21

There’s no way to control the course of a volatile new relationship, so don’t even try to. Allow a Scorpio to rock your world in a totally shocking and life-affirming way. You need a change. A big one. Welcome it and don’t overanalyze it.

Dec. 22 – Jan. 19

Uranus retrograde in your money sector could make this a tricky time for business. You want to start new projects and bring old ones to fruition, but the world is telling you to wait just a little bit longer. Don’t force it. Rethink your plans. A Gemini brings a refreshing new perspective to your situation.

Jan. 20 – Feb. 18

An authority figure is ready to invest in you — and to invest aggressively. You need more allies, sweetie. Especially ones who are older and more experienced in business matters. So get your act together! A Pisces can help make you more presentable.

Feb. 19 – March 20

This is a great time for you to plan a wild trip to an exotic locale. You really need some new stimuli in your life. New sights and sounds inspire you in a way that will sustain you for years. Invite a Virgo along as your traveling companion.

Jill Dearman is the author of the best-selling Queer Astrology for Men and Queer Astrology for Women. For information on charts and consultations, call (212) 841-0177 or e-mail QScopes@aol.com.