March 20 – April 19

Before speaking up, try to remember some bit of wisdom from a wise old woman, probably your grandmother or a teacher from early childhood. Her insight could smooth out the rough edges, turning your initial ideas from disastrous to helpful.

April 20 – May 20

You may be overly invested in a set goal that isn’t as realistic as it originally seemed. We all need to revise plans now and then. Be practical, not stubborn! Discuss it with friends, and take time alone to reconsider priorities.

May 21 – June 20

You may be trying too hard to get ahead and to organize people you see as “your team.” Stand back, think about what’s really important, and listen carefully to your friends and their aims. Communication is the key to cooperation.

June 21 – July 22

Arguments that seem to come out of nowhere are really about your hidden doubts and fears. Expert opinions can help set your mind at ease. Try exploring some artistic medium or musical style that wouldn’t normally interest you.

July 23 – August 22

Your own ideas of sexual politics could shake up your corner of the GLBT community, which can stimulate new thinking. Discussion points that come from the heart will go over better than battle cries that sound like P.C. cliches.

August 23 – September 22

Flirtations and sexual politics can complicate relations with bosses and colleagues. Acknowledging sexual tension may help to dispel it, but that doesn’t always work. Think deeply and far ahead before trying it. Discuss any problems at your job with friends who work elsewhere.

September 23 – October 22

Cooperation is usually more productive in the long run than competition is. Both have their place, but your eager ambitions may blind you to better opportunities. Careful listening can turn rivals into allies.

October 23 – November 21

Sexual experimentation is fine in principle; just be careful that you don’t land in a bad situation. Think ahead and be cautious! Be clear about health risks, discuss at length what you really want, and look before you leap.

November 22 – December 20

Disruptions at home can make you cranky and argumentative. Looking for sex to blow off steam may prove more frustrating than helpful. Competitive games – especially those that test communications skills (Scrabble, Charades, Pictionary) – are probably better for releasing tension.

December 21 – January 19

Keep your focus right in front of your nose. Accidents are just waiting to happen; being overloaded and distracted only encourages them! Teamwork is helpful, if you can resist the urge to get drawn into turf battles.

January 20 – February 18

The cost of fun can be a lot higher than expected. Be inventive (you can manage that!), and have a great time on the cheap. Debates over aesthetics may seem more heated than they should be, but welcome the arguments for potential inspiration.

February 19 – March 19

Feeling like a stranger at home isn’t fun, but it can fuel the creative juices. Get playful, make like a tourist, and let someone take you to places you’d never go on your own. Take a more objective, outsider’s stance in community politics.