And so we come to the close of the astrological year, with the sun drifting on the tides of Pisces and washed onto the shore of Aries, a newborn holding our hopes and dreams for the next cycle. This week, the Pyramid of Kukulcan will cast a serpent-like shadow on the stairs at Chichen Itza (Mexico). The Intihuatana stone of Machu Picchu (Peru) will hold the sun. And hearts around the world will renew in the perfect balance of the spring equinox.

ARIES (March 21-April 19). Time has a way of bringing the truth to light, especially when it comes to how others see you. What they once overlooked or dismissed becomes front and center, leaving them with no choice but to reevaluate their perceptions of you. This isn't about proving them wrong — it's about simply being who you are and letting your actions speak for themselves.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20). Just because you have yet to achieve a particular kind of prize doesn't mean you don't belong in the arena with all the contenders. Wherever you are, assume it's where you're supposed to be. Your presence itself is a declaration that you belong, not just to the game but to the ever-unfolding story of those bold enough to play.

GEMINI (May 21-June 21). Emotions, no matter how messy or intense, are powerful sources of momentum. Whether you're motivated by grief, happiness, competition, rage, ambition or compassion, lean into the feeling and let it fuel you. You'll succeed because of the whole person you are, even when it feels like there's a hole in the person you are.

CANCER (June 22-July 22). This week, you're at a crossroads. The pressure to choose perfectly can be paralyzing. You have a few choices, and honestly, any of them will work, as long as you commit fully to one plan. Success isn't just about the path you pick — it's about how you walk it. Your feet are sure, your mind is open, and you'll get a sign, too — a gut feeling to assure you that the universe isn't just supporting your choice, it's walking with you.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22). You're so attuned to the needs of another. This alone is a huge help. It's a dance: You'll step up, adjust, step back, assess, step up again — and it will keep going this way. And though you are conflicted about wanting to do more, some amount of detachment is necessary to really know the right level.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22). When you give more to a relationship than is prudent, sustainable or healthy and yet it still doesn't seem to be enough, that points to a faulty relationship, not a faulty you. This week, you seek and find real connection — the kind that thrives on mutual care, not relentless sacrifice, and should never come at the cost of your well-being.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23). Someone's agenda is going to be your priority, so why shouldn't it be yours? In the past few weeks, you've been so generous with your time and energy. You've a sincere willingness to make things easier for others. Lately, you've indulged your loved ones quite a lot. Give yourself the same consideration. You've earned it.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 21). Sometimes it feels like you're a draft your partner rewrites and hands back to you, leaving you to accept or reject the changes. Either way, you're changed for the exercise. Knowing this, you might choose to keep certain things for yourself — a sacred part of your story written by your solo hand.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21). This spot you've been in is really starting to grate on your nerves. What you most desire is progress. When you get minutia instead, try and drum up some enthusiasm for those small strides. Big ones will follow. Momentum has its own pace, and those tiny shifts are the lifeblood of the journey.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19). The people around you are your mirrors reflecting your energy, choices and growth. Take a moment to look around at the cast you're in the middle of this week — some you chose deliberately, most not, and each serving our overall picture in a particular way. You'll make adjustments aimed at surrounding yourself with people who bring out the best in you.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18). Confidence is built through persistence, insight and lessons learned along the way. A moment of realization comes naturally to you this week in the form of a snapshot moment. This evidence shows in a single picture how you've grown, evolved and cultivated a deeper understanding of yourself. Archive it. This is one for the memory books.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20). The week's most meaningful relationships aren't built on fleeting moments of excitement but on quiet, enduring bonds that stand the test of time. Lasting connections may include fun, but the star themes will more likely have to do with respect, honesty and mutual support. When the noise fades, it's these foundations that will hold steady.

THIS WEEK'S BIRTHDAYS: A long-held wish finally materializes, not because it's finally granted but because you find the formula that works for you. You keep repeating the right combination of sustainable actions until you get the goal. Your growing confidence makes you magnetic, drawing in new allies and admirers. More highlights: Five times, the instinct to take the competition kicks in, and the victory is yours. Music and love will fill your year. You learn an effective financial strategy and apply it to lift yourself and your loved ones.

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