The workweek may finish early but the energy of the recent lunar eclipse is on a time extension through Good Friday and beyond. The general effect is to ensure that people cut to the chase more quickly. That supplies fresh fuel to passion, adventure, motivation, and/or cause.

Thursday can be an especially busy and eventful day but Mercury/Mars keeps it rolling well.

Saturn in Sagittarius begins its yearly retrograde cycle early on Good Friday. While the idea of a planet’s retrograde cycle tends to elicit a sense of “oh, no, other shoe about to drop”, know that this is a natural condition for all planets and often a very useful one.

Saturn is a shaping and crystalizing influence. For the two-and-a-half years that it tours Sagittarius, its priority is to work on the beliefs that are governing our reality and our future. What is truth? What is necessary? Is there no other or better option? Saturn, the planet of control, rules authority. Limits are not in its natural habitat while it’s touring Sagittarius, the sign of growth, faith, optimism, and opportunity.

When unleashed and unhinged, Saturn in Sagittarius has a propensity toward skewed beliefs, distorted justifications, and fanaticism. When working effectively, Saturn in Sagittarius is highly principled and holds to higher standards. On the heels of this week’s lunar eclipse in Libra, the scales, Saturn retrograde aims to pull us back from the edge so that we can find our middle ground again. Saturday’s Sun/Mars and Tuesday’s Mercury/Saturn get it moving in the right direction. Happy Easter, enjoy the weekend!

Aries
March 20 - April 20

You should find yourself on a faster spring-forward through the end of the month. Saturn’s about-face on Friday can remove a ceiling or shift a mindset. It clears the way for a more honest conversation—with yourself or another. Mars is good for an energy, activity, or creative boost. It’s a good weekend for travel, play, visits, news, and scouting missions.

Taurus
April 20 - May 21

Not in the mood to work? Neither is anyone else. On a getaway or parked right where you are, the long weekend hits it right. Saturn’s switch to retrograde prompts a deeper questioning, a change of opinion, mind, or plan. It’s a natural progression. Once you get yourself sorted out, it’s time to act. Tuesday through Thursday you can accomplish easily and well.

Gemini
May 21 - June 21

If your plan is to ditch the work and pump up the play, then you have come to the right time and place. Even so, the aftermath of this week’s eclipse can pull you into more than you want or plan for yourself. For the most part, the coming weekend and week ahead should be all good and smooth going.

Cancer
June 21 - July 22

Thursday could be a double-duty day. Friday morning could be something of a push, but once past Venus/Saturn, the weekend is yours to own. Looking to sway, sell, or woo? Saturday, you’ll hit your snake-charmer best. Whether it’s creating a better impression, making up for lost time, cutting a better deal, or making a better dent, you’ll get farther and go faster.

Leo
July 22 - August 23

Whether it’s a conversation, social fun, or a spending spree, spontaneity picks Thursday’s winners. Friday’s a switch-it-up or clear-it-out-of-the-way day. Saturday through Tuesday are nicely primed; make the most of your time. You’ll find energy, good ideas, conversation, and opportunity on a ready tap. Back to it Wednesday/Thursday will also prove productive and be mainly smooth going.

Virgo
August 23 - September 23

Saturn’s switch to retrograde can help you resolve an inner conflict or move past a problematic circumstance, or hold you up. You can find a better ability to reason it out, speak up, and get a better handle on what’s necessary. Saturday, it clicks together for you very well. Tuesday through Thursday also keeps you/it moving right along.

Libra
September 23 - October 23

This week’s lunar eclipse in Libra has been good for a fresh infusion of energy and can-do. Perhaps it’s also launched a spending spree. Look to Saturn retrograde to help you better budget and manage your time. While Friday morning could get you off to a hard, late, or non start, the rest of Easter weekend through Tuesday hits it just right.

Scorpio
October 23 - November 22

Friday/Saturday, have it your way. The moon in Scorpio puts you in the driver’s seat. It also makes you smooth and savvy, and a charismatic attention-getter. The start of Saturn retrograde could prompt you to explore a new goal or line of thinking. The new week gets you off to a great start. Tuesday, discuss, gather more info. Wednesday/Thursday gives you more to work with.

Sagittarius
November 22 - December 21

A set-yourself-free weekend is ideal. Mars in Sagittarius keeps you well fuelled with energy, inspiration, spark, and spunk. Entertainment, pleasure, and satisfaction are on the ready dial-up. The start of Saturn retrograde will shift your attention away from that which has been eating up your time and redirect it to the things or people that have recently taken a back seat.

Capricorn
December 21 - January 20

Saturn’s turn to retrograde may be subtle, but you’ll still feel its effects. It’s a good transit for taking time out to do soul-searching and personal reflection. Easter weekend is good for spending quality time with friends and loved ones, or for going off on your own. Tuesday, go by feel, study, look, or listen. Wednesday/Thursday, it’s all systems go.

Aquarius
January 20 - February 18

Whether you celebrate Easter or not, you’ll put the long weekend to very good use. Saturday/Sunday, duty may call, but it’s still all good. The start of Saturn retrograde helps you to move past a block or knot. Monday runs smooth but Tuesday provides even better opportunity and insight. Wednesday/Thursday is for working it out.

Pisces
February 18 - March 20

Coinciding with the start of Saturn retrograde, the long weekend is ideal for getting away from the pressure, the work, or the serious stuff. Saturday’s moon in Scorpio makes for a great day to travel, play, and enjoy it your way. Monday/Tuesday you’re on the go again. Wednesday/Thursday brings something new to consider or to work through.