Today’s horoscope

MOON ALERT: Avoid shopping or important decisions from 5 p.m. until 6 p.m. After that, the moon moves from Leo into Virgo.

ARIES (March 21-April 19)

You’re eager to explore new ideas. One great option will be to look into the past for information you want because Mercury retrograde will assist you. You might learn from history. Likewise, you might be interested in making travel plans. If so, choose places you’ve been before.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20)

Disputes about shared property, taxes, debt and inheritances might arise, especially if you’re rehashing old business. You are clever and skilled at defending your financial welfare, so no worries there. Be diplomatic with others.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20)

Discussions with partners, spouses and close friends will be lively. Possibly, you’ll be pushed into a defensive position. (Or the reverse.) Either way — go gently. Focus on being productive, especially because working with others will be mutually beneficial.

CANCER (June 21-July 22)

You have ambitions to accomplish a lot, which is why this will be a “party hard/work hard” day. Oh yes, you want to socialize, especially because romantic vibes are so promising. Be careful about working so hard you shame others. (They’re not as motivated as you.)

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22)

Parents should be gentle with their kids — no matter what age — because it’s easy to be strident and bossy, especially when dealing with a past issue that has recurred. Don’t get on the warpath. Cut others some slack. Show your compassion.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)

You might be vigorous in your approach to home repairs. Likewise, this same vigour might apply to your style of talking to family members, which could lead to an argument. Lighten up. Don’t look like you’re spoiling for a fight. However, you can stand up for your beliefs. There’s a difference.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)

You are a skilled debater; and right now you have tremendous intellectual and mental energy, which means you can work with your mind much longer than usual and accomplish more. However, you might also use this mental energy to start an argument or defend your position. Relax. Keep things light.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)

You are still empowered with the sun and Venus in your sign, which is why others will listen to you. In turn, you have strong opinions about financial matters, purchases or your salary. In particular, you might be concerned about a past issue. Diplomacy will get you the best results.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)

Mercury is lined up with fiery Mars in your sign, which can make you take yourself too seriously. You might also be irritable about trivial things, or find yourself acting defensively when there’s nothing really at stake. It’s crazy — but it’s true.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)

You have a wonderful mindset to delve into the past, research history and look for solutions to problems. You might also be digging for a particular piece of information. Whatever the case, you will likely find what you’re looking for.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)

Discussions with a friend or group will be intense. You might be so convinced about espousing your ideas that either you or they will feel defensive. Speaking louder doesn’t make people listen. In fact, people always strain to hear a whisper.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20)

Tread carefully because you might be too mouthy when talking to parents, bosses and VIPs — including the police. It’s true; you have lots of mental energy and you want to express your ideas. However, others might perceive this as an ego trip. Could be.

TODAY’S BIRTHDAY

Actor Ryan Gosling (1980) shares your birthday. You are organized, clever and purposeful. You set high standards for yourself. This is a year of change that will bring you increased freedom. Be flexible. Let go of whatever has been holding you back. Seek out new opportunities and be ready to act fast. Expect to travel.

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