This week that begins with the Cold Moon will be warmed with opportunities for togetherness. The table of life will give its goodness in the manner of family-style dining. There's plenty of bounty to go around, though don't expect to be served. Get in there and serve yourself. You don't have to take whatever is offered either. What you put on your plate is up to you; you can take two scoops of some and none of others — as long as you do it with a smile, no one is judging.

ARIES (March 21-April 19). Life's ups and downs are best shared with true friends who are there through it all. You know you're with people who are good for you when you feel free to be exactly as you are — no need to pretend you're feeling better or worse than you do. Their presence softens hard situations and makes wonderful experiences more vivid.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20). You're attracted to the people who can most help you. The best part is, you don't need to know much about them for this to be the case. It's completely intuitive. People you like will like you back and be good for you, too. As a river flows to the sea, a match of values will flow naturally to a confluence of interests.

GEMINI (May 21-June 21). A little good fortune becomes a lot when you lean into the momentum. It all starts with an alignment of what you want to do and what you have to do. The work is easy and fun, so all you have to do is keep it up because it's the repetition that will matter most, bringing results that multiply into something remarkable.

CANCER (June 22-July 22). Stay aware of the qualities you bring to the table of life. If your No. 1 fan is you, you're in a good position. If you're concerned about sounding conceited, just keep your self-care, admiration and celebration private. The key here is not to bother fitting in. Trust that the ways you are different will benefit others and elevate the scene.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22). Our attractions often have something to do with unfinished business. If we were hurt in a particular way, it is normal to be drawn in by the chance to learn how to avoid, conquer or tolerate that dynamic so it's no longer an impedance to our progress. This week, it's all about learning lessons and processing unresolved emotion.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22). Every day, in some small way, you are new. The people around you who know you in a certain role will be slow to adapt to your current iteration. They only see who you were when the relationship was being established. Adding new people to your social world enforces your growth into the person you want to be.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23). You have your heart set on a destination. See it in your mind's eye, articulate its features, and give into its magnetism. You'll also need more momentum. It always helps to be positioned at the top of a downhill slope. What can you do to clear obstacles, reduce resistance and illuminate friction? The smoother the path, the faster you'll go.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 21). The problems were not all yours, but you had to solve them anyway because life is, among other things, unfair. At least taking on those responsibilities gave you something, including skill, knowledge and strength. Now you can focus on your most important relationship — the one you have with yourself.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21). Though there's much that's working in your life, you're planning an escape from one particular scene. You're well aware of the need for change. At times you feel it in your bones. Planning an escape doesn't mean abandoning everything; it could be as simple as carving out small sanctuaries in your day.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19). You may feel a little stuck in the current chapter, but that feeling is not going to last forever. Even as you meet your responsibilities, you're laying the groundwork for something bigger. Think of this as your preparation time. Keep that vision of freedom alive; it's your compass.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18). There was a time you wouldn't have been able to express your thoughts and wishes with the clarity you achieve now. Such an indicator, though subtle, is a testament to the growth that matters most to you. Don't wait until you hit the obvious markers to celebrate your progress.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20). Your motivations change, and it's good to know where they currently stand so you can find the best ways to incentivize yourself. Trying new things will be worthwhile. Free trials are the best, but small investments are also favored because maybe the thing that most helps you stay on track with your goals costs money. You never know until you try.

THIS WEEK'S BIRTHDAYS: This year, you lose the fears of the past. Worries will be debunked. Old, anxious patterns will be undone and replaced by truly effective methods of keeping your internal weather beautiful, peaceful and fair. You'll notice that people look up to you more than ever, and the attention you lavish on others will make a difference in the world. You'll constantly be issuing invitations and praise, impacting others to a degree you wouldn't have imagined. More highlights: three extra cash bonuses, and you'll travel in style.

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