What does it mean when Venus leaves the sign of domesticity for the bright lights of the Leo stage? The love that built a shelf or curled up on the couch now wants to take the dance floor or share its talents with a crowd. Over the next few weeks, the strongest love might not be romantic — it could be ecstatic, devoted to an art form, or a high-energy pursuit that reaches far beyond one person. Let it be loud, passionate and shared. Love wants an audience now.

ARIES (March 21-April 19). You'll notice small things that make life harder than it needs to be: ice cubes get stuck together in the freezer; the apple corer makes clunky slices; the socks are too hot; the workflow is off; there's static on the line of relationship communication. You don't tolerate, you fix — one problem after another, with a smarter setup.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20). The task at hand may be asking you to confront a feeling that's complex. Or perhaps it's asking you to touch on what's tender or lift what's a little too heavy. So you hesitate, protecting yourself from a feeling you're not ready to process. Just know that once you name it, movement returns — and then the sweet relief.

GEMINI (May 21-June 21). Even if you don't always act wisely in the moment, the wisdom is in you. Do not doubt that it's there. If the clarity doesn't come right away, that just means it's not time yet. Don't force any decision this week. Ask for inner wisdom to enlighten you, then wait. If there's silence, ask again later when your mind, mood or situation shifts.

CANCER (June 22-July 22). One thing you really want is competing with other needs you haven't fully admitted or reprioritized. For instance, maybe you want better health or better friendships, but the deeper need might be comfort, or control, or convenience. This week, a conflict is reconciled as you get a clear understanding of your true hierarchy of needs.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22). People disappoint, not because they are bad but because that's what people do. They interrupt, seem distracted, mess up the rhythm or don't reach to reciprocate and support — not great. But because of your maturity, you wait to see if it was just a blip or a pattern. This week, people will prove worthy of your grace.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22). You aim to be the one who gives more, but it's really impossible this week because no matter how abundant, strong and consistent your contribution is, you're met with even more generosity. It doesn't always flow from the expected place, but the dynamic still becomes beautifully unbalanced in your favor, because generosity is a force multiplier.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23). People don't always say the right thing, and their delivery might be clumsy or imperfect. But if they're being real, you can feel it. Sincerity has a tone. Even when the words miss, the intention behind them hits. This week, instead of getting caught up in how something is said, you'll listen to that deeper signal, and make the right call.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 21). It can be very frustrating to notice that you are not following your own directives. After all, you have the most to gain from it, right? This week, notice what the hesitation is telling you. When you understand its message, something will release, clearing the way for natural, steady momentum.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21). You may fantasize about escape. It's part of noticing where the cost of a situation has stacked up. Let the urge to flee be a notice about your limits; about what gives and takes your energy and about how much pressure you should manage before you hit eject. If you feel free to enter and exit at will, you shouldn't have to flee.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19). Those who are truly secure in their strength won't force outcomes, dominate conversations or react to every challenge. Real power doesn't need to posture, doesn't think to flex. You'll feel that kind of grounded confidence and be drawn to it this week because it also happens to be the vibe that you are radiating.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18). You hold yourself to a high bar, but you're also experienced enough to know not everyone operates that way. This week, you'll observe people doing things differently than you would. Instead of judging or correcting, you'll stay open. Curiosity replaces criticism. Openness becomes a kind of power.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20). This week, your big, bold power move is restraint — having the discipline to step back in silence, observe and let the action play out without touching it. It's not something to do out of fear or apathy, but out of respect. It's grace with backbone. The strength to do less — on purpose.

THIS WEEK'S BIRTHDAYS: Confidence is your cosmic birthday gift, but not the loud kind. It's the kind that settles deep into your bones and changes how you move through rooms, conversations and opportunities. More highlights: Sparks in your personal life, a satisfying win that puts real money in your pocket, the family scene gathers momentum toward a vision, and a remarkable return of someone who's been missing your energy. Pisces and Sagittarius adore you. Your lucky numbers are: 8, 40, 5, 21 and 10.

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