The Sun entering Virgo makes us all more critical. Try to be gently self-critical. Other aspects push us to rude excess. Venus quincunx Uranus could be brilliantly, quirkily creative, but they’re both in signs that lean toward being meddlesome. Mars square Neptune tends toward trampling on appropriate limits and binging on booze and dope. Stay focused on personal autonomy, artistic inspiration and spiritual discipline and you’ll be dazzling!

March 21 – April 20

Treating friends to impulsive gifts or an extra round or two will get more expensive than you planned on. Being helpful is laudable, but put your energies into a group that appreciates your efforts, not a friend who doesn’t!

April 21 – May 20

Sudden playful urges are innocent enough, but likely to come out in inappropriate ways and cause trouble at work. Try to apply that creativity to solving domestic problems. Focus on issues with parents; think now, but act later.

May 21 – June 21

Controlling your mouth is especially important now, in part because it is especially challenging. Try to focus your mind on spiritual questions. Time alone at home – and safely away from trouble – is helpful.

June 22 – July 22

You’re hot for some action – yeah, that kind of action, baby! But maybe you’re a little too hot. Focus on priorities and values. Good sex fits in there, but integrity, friendship and enduring values should take precedence over a good time.

July 23 – Aug. 22

Every year, when the sun goes into Virgo, your roar takes on a sharp edge. Focus that critical edge on self-improvement. The temptation to help others with your wisdom is not much appreciated right now!

Aug. 23 – Sept. 22

Worries about your health are probably exaggerated, but not entirely out of place. It never hurts to get a check-up or see your acupuncturist. Self-medication is a very bad idea right now! Leave your prescriptions to the professionals.

Sept. 23 – Oct. 22

Those wacky little voices in your head need an outlet. Get creative in whatever medium suits you, in order to give those facets of your inner self a channel. Erotic role play is one possibility. Advice from friends is especially helpful now.

Oct. 23 – Nov. 21

Rather than focusing on your bosses’ faults, try to figure out how to put your best foot forward. Focus your attention on community issues. Avoid domestic problems; they are likely to draw you more deeply into trouble.

Nov. 22 – Dec. 21

Your capacity for critical insight will be much noted – and much better regarded – if it is self-criticism. Pay attention to details, especially for safety’s sake. If you must imbibe, be moderate and very, very careful!

Dec. 22 – Jan. 19

You strive to be the best at everything, and this is a good time to hone your erotic skills. Shopping could get you into a lot more trouble right now. Novelties are tempting, but better in the bedroom, where the price is right!

Jan. 20 – Feb. 18

Between new sexual perspectives and long-standing family problems, you may begin to wonder who you really are. The more you question the more you learn. Accept friendly criticism as you wish others would.

Feb. 19 – March 20

You’re inclined to worry way more than you should, and even more so now. Worries can become self-fulfilling prophecies. A meditative exercise (swimming, hiking, riding a stationary bicycle) will settle your nerves.