Moon alert
After 3 a.m. Chicago time, there are no restrictions to shopping or important decisions. The new moon in Pisces is exact at 6:45 p.m.
Aries (March 21-April 19)
Today’s new moon is your chance to focus on your inner world and your spiritual life. Take time for reflection. Focus on getting enough rest and respecting your own self-care. It’s the best day of the year for you to nurture yourself.
Taurus (April 20-May 20)
Today’s new moon offers you the opportunity to consider your circle of friends. Are these your people? Do they have your back? Are you hanging out with quality people? These are questions that today’s new moon prompts you to consider.
Gemini (May 21-June 20)
Today the new moon is at the top of your chart, which means it’s the perfect time to question your life direction in general. Are you headed where you want to go? Are you happy with your image and your reputation? Where do you want to be five years from now?
Cancer (June 21-July 22)
Each new moon offers us a chance to set intentions. Today’s new moon is an opportunity to think about what further study or training you might get that will improve your job or whatever you do. Likewise, what further travel might enrich your life?
Leo (July 23-Aug. 22)
Today’s new moon is in one of your Money Houses, which includes shared resources, shared property, assets, debts and investments. Are you happy with how your finances relate to someone else’s? Clarify your goals, financial plans and values, even if they differ from someone else’s.
Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)
Today the only new moon all year opposite your sign is taking place, which is an opportunity to think about how to improve your closest partnerships and friendships. For a relationship to be successful, you must be as good for your partner as he or she is for you.
Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)
This is an excellent day to jot down some ideas about what you can do to improve your health now and in the future. This might include stopping bad habits as well as encouraging good ones. Likewise, this new moon is your chance to think of how you can work more efficiently. Ideas?
Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)
It’s important to balance work and play, and today’s new moon prompts the question: Do you take enough time out for fun and recreation with others? Do you enjoy play time with your kids or your friends? Do you take time to express your creative talents?
Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)
This might be one of the best days of the year to ponder how you might improve your home so that you’re happier to be there. Likewise, what can you do to improve family relationships so that they are warmer and more mutually rewarding?
Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)
Each month, the new moon takes place in a different sign and it gives us different opportunities to make resolutions. Today’s new moon urges you to think about your style of communicating with others. Are you a clear communicator? Do you listen when others are speaking?
Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)
This is the perfect day to think about your wealth and your possessions. Sometimes we are a victim of our possessions. Sometimes they seem to own us instead of the other way around. Do your possessions make your life easier, or not?
Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20)
Today the only new moon in your sign all year is taking place, which is your chance to take a realistic look in the mirror and assess the image that you create on your world. Can you improve your image? Are you happy with the impression you create?
If your birthday is today
Actress Elizabeth Taylor (1932-2011) shares your birthday. You’re confident, charismatic and observant. You want freedom for yourself and commitment from others. This year is slower-paced and more laid-back. Focus on business and personal relationships; and seek out people who have your back. Concentrate on what brings you happiness.