March 20 – April 19

Playful self-expression should come easily and naturally, especially for you! Pushing it too hard defeats the spirit and neutralizes the benefits. Try applying yourself around the house. Baking something sweet and creamy can really start some fun.

April 20 – May 20

Community or family politics are crazy enough to drive you into seclusion. That might be a good place to consider the issues at hand. You now have the sensitivity and eloquence to help solve those issues. But do you have the patience?

May 21 – June 20

Wanting to make your mark at work can make you dangerously outspoken. Focus on what’s important before opening your mouth. Remember the best advice mother gave you. Shopping for housewares or home decorations will help you put things in perspective.

June 21 – July 22

Philosophical crises come and go, so don’t let the current one wreck your nerves. Some problems are never solved, but can be put into perspective. Get back to basics and take pride in how you look; lead with your chest wherever you go.

July 23 – August 22

You’ve been awfully feisty lately, feeling a push to sexual or other confrontational challenges. To what end? Take time out to look within for whatever emotional needs are not being met. Indulging in nostalgic comfort foods can trigger awareness.

August 23 – September 22

Doubts and worries about your partnership are really much more about you than about your partner. Try something new together, but don’t feel you have to leave your own comfort zone. Advice from girlfriends can ease the stress.

September 23 – October 22

The distance between your current work and what you dream of doing seems greater than it really is. Focus on professional goals, and the pieces will fit better. For extra insight, consider your mother’s goals for you.

October 23 – November 21

Adapting your recent, brilliant insights to help you get ahead on the job will take some effort. Your ideas don’t seem to fit, but you can make them work. Inspiration can come from exotic arts or an immigrant mother, grandmother or aunt.

November 22 – December 20

Your philosophical commitments are at odds with tradition, perhaps creating family tensions. Tradition offers a good challenge to sharpen your philosophy. Don’t discount it too quickly! Read some de Sade or Sophocles’ Oedipus cycle for a helpful perspective.

December 21 – January 19

Erotic encounters can challenge you to think in new ways. Let your partner take the lead, even if it means “topping from the bottom.” Don’t be too literal. Logic is important in its place; now it’s more an obstacle than help.

January 20 – February 18

Money’s been a major issue, and your partner’s efforts to help seem like nagging criticism. Listen and consider, no matter how unpleasant. A belly-dancing class or any exercise to tighten your abs will provide meditative balance.

February 19 – March 19

Health problems are exacerbated by stress and uncertainty. Playing in the kitchen with old family recipes – especially desserts – will ease the tension and remind you that life and its pleasures continue through all the uncertainty.