Moon alert
Avoid shopping or important decisions from 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Chicago time. After that, the moon moves from Taurus into Gemini. The new moon in Gemini peaks at 10:02 p.m. Chicago time.
Aries (March 21-April 19)
This is an excellent day to study or learn something new. Someone older might have something to teach you, or perhaps they will give you advice. Business transactions are favored. Trust your ability to see solutions because your mind is clear and bright today.
Taurus (April 20-May 20)
All kinds of financial transactions and negotiations are favored today. Whatever you do will have long-term benefits in the future. If spending money today, you will be cautious and practical, and you’ll choose sensible, long-lasting items. Trust your moneymaking ideas.
Gemini (May 21-June 20)
This is an amazing day for you! There is a powerful new moon today taking place in Gemini. It also lines up with your ruler Mercury, which ignites your intellectual process — plus, it is stabilized by dancing with Saturn. Trust your decisions. Begin new ventures.
Cancer (June 21-July 22)
Mixed signals come to you today. On one hand, you want to work alone or behind the scenes. But with Saturn at the top of your chart, you command respect from others. People will listen to you, and indeed, you will have something to say. Answers from research might be revealed.
Leo (July 23-Aug. 22)
This is an auspicious day. You’re popular. Friends, groups and organizations want to reach out to you. They know what you’re doing. Meanwhile, travel for pleasure and interactions with other countries can benefit you. Excellent day for new ventures!
Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)
Today you’re high-visibility. People notice you. In fact, some will know personal details about your private life. Nevertheless, you can use your prominence to advance your own agenda. Dealings with shared property, inheritances, taxes and debt will be successful.
Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)
Travel, publishing, higher education, medicine and the law are favored today. These are marvelous areas to begin something new. This is also an excellent day to set out on a new adventure. Meanwhile, discussions with partners, spouses and friends will have a practical benefit.
Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)
Be aware that this is an excellent day for new beginnings. It’s the perfect time to start a new venture or explore a new activity. It’s also a great day for financial negotiations related to work or your personal life. Likewise, it’s an excellent day to sign important contracts.
Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)
Today there is a strong emphasis on partnerships and close friendships in your chart. In fact, it’s the perfect day for you to think about what you can do to improve your closest relationships. You can’t change the other person, but you can change your own behavior. Ideas?
Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)
Welcome this opportunity to be productive because this is the perfect day to get new ventures off the ground. In fact, anything related to your job, your health or a pet will be all systems go! Discussions with a parent will be positive and practical.
Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)
Artists will be productive today because they are in touch with their muse. Likewise, this is a good day for educating, training and practicing skills and activities related to the performance arts or sports. Kids’ activities will thrive!
Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20)
Home and family are your primary focus right now, and today is the perfect day to cultivate ideas about how to improve your relations with family members, as well as how to make improvements to where you live. Think practical, long-term results because these are doable!
If today is your birthday
Musician Lauryn Hill (1975) shares your birthday. You are inspirational, dynamic and very much your own person. Your personal independence is important. Work and construction are a theme this year. Create foundations both internally and externally. Take care of your health. Physical exercise is important. Stay grounded, levelheaded and organized.