March ends and April begins on a fired-up note thanks to Mercury and Uranus in Aries. Consider this planetary pairing as a key in the ignition. The month ahead has plenty more planetary triggers.

Uranus aligned with Eris, the goddess of discord, is one of the main astrological explanations for the amped-up volatility. Off and on, the two will continue to stay hot and bothered through the start of 2018. They aren’t all bad, though. When passion combined with forward thinking is well directed, faster progress results.

The weekend can be as productive or as social as you make it. Monday’s back-to-work runs best when you ease your way along or opt for creative rather than exacting projects. While go with the flow is also appropriate for Tuesday, the sun/Saturn trine at day’s start brings something more substantial to go on. Also launching the day, Venus leaves Pisces for three-plus weeks in Aries, putting desire into play in some fresh and dynamic way. Let’s make love; let’s make money; let’s not make war!

On Tuesday afternoon, Mercury enters Taurus. Something of a tempering influence, this transit helps us to pace ourselves a little slower/better, to evaluate with less rashness and more thought. Having said that, Mercury and Venus say there’s good value in action.

Wednesday could dish up a head start on Thursday’s super new moon in Aries. Triggered by Saturn (trine), Pluto (square), and Uranus (conjunct), this new moon holds particularly rejuvenating, all-systems-go activation energy. As such, it’s an auspicious launch-it/springboard time. All fresh starts carry an extra-vibrant life force.

Aries
March 20 - April 20

You’re quick on the uptake Thursday. Mercury/Uranus’s cut-to-the-chase or out-of-the-blue sets plenty into motion. It’s all good/all go for the weekend. Monday, you can lose focus or momentum, but Tuesday through next Saturday you’re sharp and on a great perk-it-up. Venus into Aries makes you look, sound, and feel good/better. Express yourself! Passion is your best asset.

Taurus
April 20 - May 21

A revelation, insight, or surprise find could get you off to the races. Don’t overact or jump to conclusions, though. The weekend is great for a test drive, observing a special occasion, talking it through, and exploring better options. Venus into Aries and Mercury into Taurus on Tuesday put a fresh spin on it for you. Thursday onward, it’s go time!

Gemini
May 21 - June 21

Watch for news or fresh opportunity. An introduction, surprise conversation, meet-up, or first try could be the start of something major. Friday through Sunday, right time, right place stays on ready dial-up. Monday/Tuesday, allow or ease your way into it, rather than force or push. Wednesday through Saturday, the new moon and sun/Uranus are on rev it up.

Cancer
June 21 - July 22

Whether you decide to go for a little or a lot, now through this next week is an ideal time to reinvent. A new career track or project shows good promise. When in doubt, gather more facts or opinion. Monday/Tuesday, do what comes most readily. Next Wednesday through Saturday are hot-wired. Watch for news or an announcement, or for someone to surprise or push you.

Leo
July 22 - August 23

Thursday/Friday can trigger or introduce it; next Thursday through Saturday can get it up and rolling or dish up something altogether new. The next week presents a window of opportunity, so by all means go where the heart leads. Despite the turbulence in the world, your stars are in good shape for travel. They’re also right for risk-taking. Get it while it’s hot!

Virgo
August 23 - September 23

Over this next week, your fighting spirit or your passion hits full steam ahead. Watch for someone or something new to fast-track you, especially Thursday and mid next week. Venus and the Aries new moon can dish up a new money- maker, lover, or obsession. When it’s hot, it’s hot. No doubt about that! Next Thursday/Friday are your best for sealing the deal.

Libra
September 23 - October 23

A fresh wave of motivation, interest, product, or passion can overtake you now. Don’t let fear or doubt override what you know in your heart and mind as right and true for you. If you are uncertain, look to Venus into Aries, starting Tuesday, and next Thursday’s new moon to put more fuel in the tank. Mercury into Taurus refortifies your evaluation process.

Scorpio
October 23 - November 22

To the plus, Thursday/Friday can free you up, get you over the hump, provide an alternate solution or a piece of useful information. On the other hand, Mercury/Uranus could see you on an unexpected scramble or meltdown. Folks can be impatient and demanding. Saturday through Tuesday, it’s coming along. Wednesday onward, the new moon fires it up on and off the job.

Sagittarius
November 22 - December 21

Blaze a trail; you are on fire now! Mercury, Uranus, and next Thursday’s super new moon provide you with high-octane fuel. Your creativity, intuition, and ingenuity demonstrate your special brand of genius. Outside of Monday, the next 10 days are great for full steam ahead. A hot new love, new project, or initiative is off to a great start.

Capricorn
December 21 - January 20

The stars keep major action centred on home, family, real estate, and security matters. A new address or personal-life situation can completely consume you. You could get on the move faster than you have planned or feel comfortable with. Whether by choice or by force, reinvention is well timed. Be a risk-taker.

Aquarius
January 20 - February 18

Now is the time: mobilize, launch, act, get to the gym, et cetera. Try a new twist on an old favourite or go for something entirely fresh. Watch for an idea, trend, friend, agent, or news to burst onto the scene and/or to springboard you someplace good. On the spot is your best play. Let instinct and impulse take the lead.

Pisces
February 18 - March 20

You have more going for you than you realize. Thanks to Mercury/Uranus and next week’s super new moon, you’ll tap from a rich inner wellspring. Venus in Pisces to next Tuesday keeps potential, opportunity, and creativity well ignited. Monday can be a soft start, but the rest of the week is prime for action.