Moon Alert

After 2:30 p.m. Chicago time, avoid shopping and important decisions. The moon is in Libra.

Aries (March 21-April 19)

Some days are easier than others, and this isn’t one of them. (Oh well.) Relations with partners, parents and bosses are tough. Don’t push the river; instead, be ready to compromise. Have some ice cream with your humble pie.

Taurus (April 20-May 20)

No matter where you turn, you meet obstacles or people who block what you want to do. This will happen in your everyday world as well as at work. This doesn’t mean you’re doing anything wrong. It means things are tough. (It’s just one day.)

Gemini (May 21-June 20)

Financial matters are a real squeeze play. You might feel broke; you might have to postpone plans or ideas because there’s not enough money. You might not have enough money for fun occasions, sports events or for your kids. This is a temporary situation.

Cancer (June 21-July 22)

Relations with partners, close friends and a family member are disappointing. Things are tough, which is why you feel isolated or lonely. “Was it something I did?” “Was it something I said?” No — relax. It’s the vibes. Millions of people feel this.

Leo (July 23-Aug. 22)

It’s easy to feel discouraged because whatever you try falls flat or meets with refusal or obstructions. This is just a temporary dark cloud on your horizon. Do the dogpaddle because this, too, shall pass. (Especially if you drink lots of water.)

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)

Several areas are stalled in the water for you — your relations with friends and groups; your relations with your kids; your relations with romantic partners; and, finally — your relationship with your money and assets. Accept this because in the day or two — it’s history.

Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)

Today is a squeeze play because the moon in your sign is at odds with Saturn, while the Sun is at the top of your chart, also at odds with Saturn. Yikes, it’s a double squeeze play! This is why you feel depressed or at odds with others, especially authority figures. Don’t worry. This doesn’t last long.

Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)

It’s easy to fall into negative thinking because no matter what you want to do, someone in authority says, “Talk to hand.” You’re blocked in every direction. But you are not alone. Everyone feels us today in different ways. It’s what this day is all about. Courage.

Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)

Financial discussions won’t go well. This is a poor day to ask for money or decide how to divide or share something because somehow, your wishes are blocked or refused. Knowing this, postpone important financial discussions for another day or later in the week. It’s that simple.

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)

Relations with close friends and partners are difficult. You feel cut off or misunderstood. Likewise, relations with bosses, parents and authority figures are also strained. Like, what’s with this? The fact is everyone feels this limiting influence.

Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)

Trust your gut instincts because you know this is a tough day to deal with others, especially at work. (You also know it will be easier to ask for forgiveness than it will for permission.) It’s a poor day to discuss racial issues, politics and religion. Ya think?

Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20)

Be patient with others at work as well as people from other countries and different cultures, because this is a tough day for everyone. It’s hard to get approval or permission. It’s hard to get cooperation. Just coast.

If Your Birthday Is Today

Actor-director Tom Hanks (1956) shares your birthday. You are ambitious and talented. You are open-minded and decisive. People think you’re charming and sociable. Now is the time to clarify goals, because you are entering a year of exciting changes and new beginnings! Start to define what you want for yourself in the next several years. Be pro-active! This year you will feel physically energetic.