Mars enters Scorpio late on Nov. 10. Recent cooperative efforts either consolidate into patterns or yield to subversion. Erotic energies and other obsessions get more intense and demanding.

March 21 – April 20

Whatever your ideals of love are, they’ll now be shaded by fantasies of lust. Can your partner get down and keep up? Can you find anyone who will? Don’t swear undying love just because someone’s hot in the sack.

April 21 – May 20

Teamwork is getting frustrating, tempting you to work more independently. Keep the long view in sight. Maybe you can reorganize tasks. One ox pulling harder than the rest of the team just pushes everyone into tight little circles of resentment.

May 21 – June 21

Your recent playful energy is turning dark and naughty. You’re getting more focused into intense, passionate thrills, and your choice of playmates is more selective. Enjoy keeping your pleasures a dark secret; others will appreciate your discretion.

June 22 – July 22

Always protective of your home and family (natal or chosen), you get especially protective now. Somehow the stakes just feel higher. More time at home with the most trusted of your clan can help you relax.

July 23 – Aug. 22

Read some Dorothy Parker, but don’t feel compelled to imitate her acid wit. Your mouth can get you into a lot of trouble – or a lot of fun. Just be aware of how you might be heard and that your words may be considered obscene.

Aug. 23 – Sept. 22

What counts most is getting things done right, and now you’re a bit more on your own. Money seems an especially touchy subject, and darling, you’re the touchy one! Review your priorities. You may be surprised.

Sept. 23 – Oct. 22

Everyone is suddenly a little less cooperative. You’re tempted to flex the iron fist inside your velvet glove, but there’s always a price to pay. Being sensitive and attentive to others’ wishes may prove more advantageous in the long run.

Oct. 23 – Nov. 21

Increased stress and smoldering heat – mostly from suppressed anger and lust – can push you into too much exercise or into accidents. Dancing or martial arts can be a good release. Sex should be, too – if you can get the intimacy you really need now.

Nov. 22 – Dec. 21

Your talent for making trouble is kicking into high gear. Don’t settle for cheap thrills. You could round up some pals to stir up anything from the season’s most scandalous party to a small revolution.

Dec. 22 – Jan. 19

A power struggle in the very near future is inevitable. It could be your own struggle to do the best you can, achieving a new personal best in whatever field you’re in. Be ready for trouble, just in case.

Jan. 20 – Feb. 18

Remember the story of Icarus and avoid going too far in risky ventures. Better to explore challenging ideas. Give your mind a workout, and let some of your dogmas be tested, maybe even changed, by real life.

Feb. 19 – March 20

Keep the prophylactics handy! You’ve been hot lately, and the steam is cranking up, so impulse now yields easily to obsession. All those gasps and moans are probably not true love, just hormones. Have fun, and stay safe!