HOROSCOPES

This is a pivotal year. With 2021 we are entering a new 200-year cycle.

According to astrology, the past 200 years have been based on “earth” values, which means status and wealth have been related to structures, land, bricks and mortar, borders, real estate, manufacturing and the accumulation of tangible assets. This is a world of top-down management where a few have all the wealth.

The new cycle we're entering is based on “air” not “earth.” Air symbolizes egalitarian values and a global concern for the everyday person.

All signs: Avoid shopping or making important decisions from 2:45 to 6:30 p.m. today. After that, the moon moves from Leo into Virgo.

ARIES ( MARCH 21 — APRIL 19)

Today: You have the ability to impress bosses, parents, teachers and VIPS now as never before. Hey, with an advantage like this, you can go after what you want! Sunday: This can be a productive day for you. But there will be some element of surprise to whatever you do. Expect interruptions and possible technological glitches.

Next week: After six months of being in your sign, this week Mars is leaving. It will ignite your desire to work hard and boost your income, that's for sure. Meanwhile, your year ahead will be more popular than you have had in over a decade! Not only that, relations with friends will actually benefit you, which means it will be in your best interests to be friendly with everyone.

TAURUS ( APRIL 20 — MAY 20)

Today: Your drive for freedom is strong now, which is why you have the urge to travel or push the boundaries of your everyday existence. One way you can expand your world is by learning something new. Perhaps a new language?

Sunday: This is a stimulating day because unexpected changes related to children, social events and sports might stir up some excitement. Parents should be extra vigilant about their kids today because something unexpected could occur.

Next week: This year begins like gangbusters because fiery Mars has just entered your sign, which will rev up your energy and make your life busier! You will be keen to get things done and you will be more aggressive with others, especially in defending your rights. Your physical energy level will be high and the month ahead will be very positive for you. Meanwhile, this year, you are looking swell because bosses, parents, teachers and VIPS admire you and are impressed with your achievements. Personally, you will begin to see very clearly what is working and what is not. Good.

GEMINI ( MAY 21 — JUNE 20)

Today: You feel intense about many issues right now. When you regard things around you, they appear to you in black and white terms, not grey. This is because your wants are very strong. Sunday: You will receive support from others to accomplish what you want at home or within your family. This support might be practical or financial or both. Next week: Go gently at the beginning of the week because disputes about shared property, debt, taxes and insurance issues could be nasty. Fortunately, this influence is brief. You're entering a year where travel will attract you more than ever because you want to expand your experience of the world. This month is a good financial month for you.

CANCER ( JUNE 21 — JULY 22)

Today: Despite your strong ambitions, at this time, you have to acquiesce to others. That's OK because you are learning a lot about yourself, and also about how you relate to those who are closest to you at this time. Sunday: Quite likely, you are full of bright, clever original ideas! Relations with partners and close friends are warm, supportive and friendly. This is a good thing.

Next week: Your focus will swing to friends, groups and organizations. Many of you will feel competitive, especially in group sports or perhaps online gaming? Meanwhile, this year, you will get richer indirectly through the wealth of someone else. You might receive an inheritance. Your partner might earn more, which indirectly benefits you. You might get money back from the government. Meanwhile, you will continue to need more rest and more sleep this month.

LEO ( JULY 23 — AUG. 22)

Today: This year begins in a lovely way because you're fired up to be the best version of yourself that you can be. This is a wonderful aspiration. If you become the best you can be, you can blaze the trail for others.

Sunday: Keep an eye on your money and possessions today because something unexpected might impact them. You might find money; you might lose money. Be smart and protect what you own against loss, theft or damage.

Next week: It's curious but you begin this year much more ambitious than usual! You will feel this as this week unfolds — definitely. You will be independent and will definitely want credit for what you do. Because of this strong ambition to achieve, you might find yourself in conflict with authority figures. You're entering a year that is tricky for your closest relationships and partnerships. In one way, they will be challenged. Nevertheless, this year there is a lighthearted joyful quality that is present.

VIRGO ( AUG. 23 — SEPT. 22)

Today: Your focus is more playful and lighthearted. Enjoy making your home more attractive. Enjoy relating to kids and being involved in creative projects. Sunday: Today you might crave some emotional excitement or anything to break you free from the routine of your daily life. A surprise or something that causes a change to your plans is likely. Stay on your toes so that you can be flexible.

Next week: The disputes that you might have felt with others about shared property, taxes, and debt last year will fade away now. You can relax. In fact, you will discover that this month, you're keen to travel or do something to expand your world. You might want to take a course to learn something new? If you can talk to people from other backgrounds and different cultures, this will intrigue you. You're entering a year where your health will improve and you can also improve your job. If you can't improve your job, you can get a better job. Meanwhile, this is a playful, fun-loving month that favours romance and joyful times with kids.

LIBRA ( SEPT. 23 — OCT. 22)

Today: It's totally appropriate to focus on home and family as this new year begins. Meanwhile, Venus in your house of communications promotes and enhances all your communications with siblings, relatives and neighbours. People want to talk to you. Sunday: Something going on behind the scenes might create a bit of excitement for you today. Is it a secret or just surprising news that is unexpected? Relations with a parent or a family member are important and supportive today. Everything feels good.

Next week: This week brings such good news for you. For over six months, Mars has been opposite your sign, creating aggravation and angst in your dealings with others. Because you try to keep the peace, you dealt with this with forbearance and diplomacy — most of the time. Now, this pressure is gone. You are free of that influence for another two years and even then, it will only be for six weeks. It will be much easier to deal with loved ones this year. In fact, this will be one of the most fun-loving, playful, creative years you've had in over a decade. Vacations, joy with children and an appreciation of the arts and sports are some of the fun things waiting for you.

SCORPIO ( OCT. 23 — NOV. 21)

Today: This is an exciting time for you because you're full of bright ideas and you have a strong urge to express them. You want to enlighten someone about what you think. It's a good time for writers, teachers, actors and those of you in sales and marketing.

Sunday: A friend might throw you a curveball today or do or say something that you least expect. Alternatively, some of you might meet someone new who is unusual or unorthodox in some way. Even a partner or close friend might surprise you. (It's not a boring day.)

Next week: You might want to dial it down a bit as you enter this new year because you are pumped with energy, especially intellectual energy, which makes you speedy, forthright, aggressive and eager to communicate to everyone. When talking to partners and close friends, you might feel some tension because Mars has moved opposite your sign ( just for the month). Avoid unnecessary arguments. Why bother? Instead, start to focus on the fact that you can improve your home scene this year. You can make where you live more appealing by renovating or redecorating or expanding — or you can move. You can buy something better or rent something better. A good year for real-estate speculation as well.

SAGITTARIUS ( NOV. 22 — DEC. 21)

Today: Because you feel the winds of change blowing in your direction, you are naturally focused on money and financial issues. Take a break from all this and do something different today. Shake things up a little! You need adventure and stimulation. Sunday: Something to do with your job, your cash flow, your earnings or your finances will be unpredictable today. You might hear news that has some financial impact on you? A parent or someone in a position of authority might also do something that affects your assets. Be alert.

Next week: You've been chomping at the bit for some time now, which means you will feel relieved to actually sink your teeth into a project worthy of your energy. This month, you're ready to work and get things done. It will thrill you to get better organized. Your focus is still on money and boosting your earnings. Fortunately, you can attract money to you! In part, this is because this year you will be more optimistic, busier and eager to communicate to others — more than you have been in ages. Of course, this is stimulated by a fluctuating situation of changing residences and changing jobs either now or later.

CAPRICORN ( DEC. 22 — JAN. 19)

Today: For months now, there has been increased chaos, activity and confusion on the home front either where you live or within your family. It's all been a bit topsy-turvy. Within a week, the dust will settle. Things will begin to return to normal, which will be a welcome relief.

Sunday: Today the sun is in your sign dancing nicely with the moon. However, unpredictable Uranus is also in the picture, which means sudden opportunities to travel might fall in your lap! Or perhaps, a planned trip will be cancelled, changed or delayed.

Next week: You will be relieved to know that the chaotic activity that has plagued your home and family scene for the last six months will start to subside. Things will go back to normal. In fact, you're heading into a playful, fun-loving month where you might particularly enjoy competitive sports. It's a strong week with the sun and Venus in your sign. Admittedly, tension with someone on Monday might occur. (Ego battles.) One of the main reasons you are going to be much happier this year is you are going to get richer! You're either going to earn more or attract money to you or inherit it — something will happen to increase your assets.

AQUARIUS ( JAN. 20 — FEB. 18)

Today: Once every 12 years, lucky Jupiter travels through your sign for 12 months. That time has arrived. One thing is certain. By the time Jupiter leaves your sign, one year from now, you will have more poise and self-confidence. Definitely.

Sunday: Today you have a warm feeling in your tummy because even though a few unexpected things will occur, all is well. You're excited to learn something new. You're also happy to work alone or behind the scenes and keep a low profile. (But you know what's going on.)

Next week: Be patient with people at home this month because increased chaos and activity will stir things up. Remember, patience is the antidote to anger. And hey — family is forever. Meanwhile, you are heading into a fabulous year because lucky Jupiter has entered Aquarius where it will stay for the entire year. This will increase your confidence and boost your self-poise by the end of the year — noticeably. It will attract good fortune to you and make you look upon your everyday surroundings with greater enthusiasm. It will nurture a more visionary view of life. It's a wonderful time of learning and gaining new experiences.

The spiritual dimension of your life might also grow.

PISCES ( FEB. 19 — MARCH 20)

Today: Be open to the notion that in the coming year, you will explore certain spiritual ideas and hidden knowledge that you might have ignored before. You are a psychic sign and very tuned in to “otherworldly” matters. Many of you will explore these areas further this year.

Sunday: You might meet a new friend today or be introduced to a new group. This is a stimulating day to exchange ideas and introductions with others. Someone might say or do something that causes you to rethink your future goals. You might see a new path that is a possibility for you?

Next week: It's curious but you might indeed surprise yourself at how assertive you become this month. Suddenly, you will find it easy to say what you mean and mean what you say. This will be a popular month for you. In particular, you will enjoy hanging out with creative, artistic types. In fact, in many ways, this will be a special year for you because you are going to explore more of your inner world either by osmosis or by consciously choosing spiritual disciplines or methodologies. Meanwhile, you're also going to downsize and streamline your belongings and even your relationships because this year and next, you intend to cut loose from anything that is holding you back. Smart move!

If today is your birthday: Actor Dax Shephard (1975) shares your birthday today. You are a caring protective partner. You are also hard-working and an excellent negotiator. Wonderful news!

This is your time of harvest when you will start to reap the benefits of the seeds that you planted in the last decade. You deserve this time of success! As a result, you might enjoy increased influence and leadership in all your relationships.

If Sunday is your birthday: Environmental activist Greta Thunberg (2003) shares your birthday today. Forever young, you are playful, quick-witted and freedom-loving. You value your own independence. Personally, you are a spiritual person. This year let go of what is no longer relevant or useful and move on to something new and different. This is not a time of loss. Au contraire! You are lightening your load to make room for new beginnings!