GEORGIA NICOLS
All signs: We have the all clear to shop and do business. The moon is in Taurus.
Aries (March 21 — April 19): You feel sensitive to the needs of others. You have compassion for someone who is less fortunate. Fortunately, you also have practical ideas about how you might benefit them or make some positive suggestions.
Taurus (April 20 — May 20): It’s easy to idolize a friend today. You could fall in love and that friend could become a lover. Someone older and more experienced will probably give you advice.
Gemini (May 21 — June 20): You might use your influence through a boss or someone in a position of authority to help someone less fortunate. People in authority will listen to you because you’re compassionate and logical.
Cancer (June 21 — July 22): Because your appreciation of beauty is heightened, give yourself a chance to enjoy beautiful things and places. Visit museums, art galleries, gorgeous architectural buildings and parks.
Leo (July 23 — Aug. 22): You feel generous, especially to those less fortunate. Because of this impulse, you’ll help someone today. You also feel sexy and affectionate! Meanwhile, discussions about shared property and inheritances are practical.
Virgo (Aug. 23 — Sept. 22): Relations with close friends and partners will be warm and friendly because you’re genuinely sympathetic to them. You appreciate what it’s like to walk a mile in their shoes.
Libra (Sept. 23 — Oct. 22): Someone will likely confide in you at work. They want your advice. You’ll be sympathetic to their needs and give them practical suggestions. You might also talk to someone more experienced.
Scorpio (Oct. 23 — Nov. 21): It’s a romantic day! Have fun with your main squeeze. You’ll also delight in playful activities with children; you truly appreciate their ways. If you help children in need, this will be gratifying.
Sagittarius (Nov. 22 — Dec. 21): Family conversations will be mutually supportive. Meanwhile, you might want to make your home look more beautiful, especially because something luxurious appeals. A serious discussion with a parent might take place.
Capricorn (Dec. 22 — Jan. 19): This is a dreamy day. Don’t be down on yourself if you spend a lot of time in a fantasy world. We all need days like this. Since your imagination is heightened, you will be productive if you work in the arts.
Aquarius (Jan. 20 — Feb. 18): If shopping, you’ll be tempted to buy something luxurious and probably too pricey. Fortunately, because Mercury is talking to Saturn, you will make sure you can pay for it. Saturn won’t let you go overboard. That’s why it’s a good day for business and commerce.
Pisces (Feb. 19 — March 20): This is a productive day because you’re in touch with all aspects of yourself. You’re imaginative, dreamy-eyed, sympathetic and empathetic, and yet you are also practical, down-to-earth and capable of making logical, reliable plans for the future. You can’t go wrong with this working for you.
If your birthday is today: Actor Alan Rickman (1946-2016) shares your birthday. You are helpful, responsible and creative. You are modest and generally like to go with the flow so you don’t make waves. It’s time to get a better understanding of who you are. Explore meditation, yoga or other disciplines. This is also a year of teaching and learning. What you learn this year will be crucial for your progress and success next year.