Mars in Aquarius gets you way ahead of yourself, and that urge can become dangerously obsessive with Mars sextile to Pluto. Remember to look before you leap!

March 20 – April 19

New possibilities are suddenly on the table, just when your stubborn streak is showing up. You could dig in your heels and argue, or settle in comfortably, listen and learn. If you can provoke new ideas without having to take a stand, all the better!

April 21 – May 20

With a birthday coming up soon, there’s the urge to accomplish all you can before meeting the grave. Relax, baby! Slowly, easily and carefully is how you do your best.

May 21 – June 21

You’re in a long phase of tending to control relationships. Take a look at what ideals and hopes push you to be a control queen. Let go of hopes you should have outgrown, and take advantage of the challenges that your relationships offer.

June 22 – July 22

Life seems unusually burdened lately, and that will continue for a while. “Work smarter, not harder” – always a good idea – should be your mantra now. Brilliant innovations can magnify your productivity and help secure your reputation.

July 23 – Aug. 22

On the one hand, you want to goad your partner into some kind of playful give-and-take, and on the other you want to be right in any argument. You can’t have it both ways and keep it light and fun. Choose one or the other.

Aug. 23 – Sept. 22

Inflammations or nervous problems could have their root in family stress. Of course, sex relieves tension, but take it easy. You tend to get athletic in the sack. Now is the time to be soft, slow and sensual.

Sept. 23 – Oct. 22

You are normally the paragon of good taste, but your efforts at playful repartee can easily go overboard. When you’re called on it, resist the temptation to dig in your heels. Be your usual sweet, accommodating self, and any faux pas will be excused.

Oct. 23 – Nov. 21

Any little spark at home, whether in argument or play, can light huge fires of feeling and passion. It’s probably going to be great fun, but it might also get rough. How you channel your stubborn streak could tip the balance.

Nov. 22 – Dec. 21

You’re more loquacious than usual (God help the rest of us!). Your playful banter is usually welcome, but now you really have a choice between quality and quantity. Hold the logorrhea and think carefully about what you’re saying.

Dec. 22 – Jan. 19

Financial stress is a symptom of worries about deeper issues. This is a good time to get at what’s really bothering you. Window-shopping – although it’s not your usual style – can open up insights and memories.

Jan. 20 – Feb. 18

While your energy is high and your friends want you to party, you have something pressing you need to say. Your “party energy” could be focused into political work that will bring you greater stature and responsibility.

Feb. 19 – March 20

What goals have you fulfilled in your life, and what are you really worth? More than you realize. The stars show you being rather hard on yourself. Take stock and consider your past, putting accomplishments and obstacles into context.