In the physical world, the impact of a thing is based on what it physically is — what it's composed of and what it does. The modern world is not an entirely physical world. In modernity, the human impact of things is often symbolic. What things represent can matter more than what they are. New relationships will blossom in this week of the flower moon. Early stages hint to the future. Effectiveness depends on understanding what things mean.

ARIES (March 21-April 19). It is your most sincere wish that your loved ones have an abiding sense of belonging. But what makes you an invaluable ally is that you don't stop at wishing. You consider the well-being of others to be, to some extent, your responsibility. It's a busy week for you, but you won't be sorry you made sure no one felt lonely in your presence.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20). A distant goal is a wonderful way to brighten daily life. Anticipation does have a risk — the risk of disappointment. But the energy it brings to your world is well worth it. Set your sites high. Invest. The planning you do this week will ramp up your excitement for months to come.

GEMINI (May 21-June 21). If you don't follow your curiosities and drives, who will? You're the only one who can do it, so definitely do. This week, seize the opportunity to create something strictly for your own pleasure. You'll be surprised at how many others will derive joy from your creation.

CANCER (June 22-July 22). Step 1: Hear what a person is proposing to you. Step 2: Hear what a person is REALLY proposing to you. You don't know what someone is saying until you know what they want. Seek to understand motivation. Listen to intention. Step 3: Figure out what's in it for you.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22). Some small dogs go bonkers with the barking when a large dog walks by. It doesn't matter how calm and well-behaved the larger dog is — their size is the trigger. This is insecurity in action. Feeling vulnerable can cause a loss of grace. The metaphor will apply to a situation you handle with wisdom and turn into good fortune.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22). There are gentle forces in your orbit, floating quiet as soap bubbles, watching, not intently but with the soft lens of impressionism, seeing the colors and contours that are the essence of your being. In other words, you have fans. Does knowing this make you want to perform a bit? Good. That will give you an edge.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23). You definitely have something to add to the conversation this week, but restraint will serve you well. Hold back. Quietly collect your assets. Observe. This is how you take control of your side of a game. You'll know when it's time to share. Until then, better to ask another question and find out the agendas already in play.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 21). One thing leads to another and you're suddenly no longer simply exploring. Now you're in an actual relationship with the subject of your exploration. How do you know? Explorations are a javelin throw. Relationships are a volley. Explorations move ever-forward. Relationships twirl.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21). You'll be enticed to dip your foot into the pool. You can get used to this. Take the steps to make it a part of your life. For the habit to stick, do it again and again and again. "As a single footstep will not make a path on earth, so a single thought will not make a pathway in the mind." — Henry David Thoreau

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19). When you think in terms of "we," it changes everything. You make different moves for your group than you'd make for yourself as an individual. This week, you will so often act on behalf of your people that you may forget your personal agenda. Be sure to reconnect with it before the week is over.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18). Projects engage you in a range of ways this week. Sometimes your mind is a waffle, with little compartments ready to accept sweet information and keep it somewhat separated. Then there are spaghetti-like days when it all mixes, allowing you to integrate what you're learning into every aspect of life.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20). Giving love, acceptance, support, ease and the security of belonging is among the top generous gifts a human could contribute. Can you offer it to yourself? What could you do to make your life easier? If you had only yourself to consider, and unlimited resources, what would you make happen? To some smaller degree, you really can do this.

THIS WEEK'S BIRTHDAYS: This trip around the sun, promises are honored, potentials fulfilled. You'll find great treasures in the connections you nurture and the kindness you share. You'll be a savvy investor, and you'll often follow your instinct and double whatever currency you are dealing in. More highlights: You'll develop emotional muscle tone to the point of being an emotional bodybuilder, beautifully sculpted and able to lift people in any state. You stop caring about approval and do the thing you've been wanting to do for years.

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