People are most comfortable in their own language, customs and culture. But with Venus recently moving through Sagittarius, many felt an openness to new adventures and the excitement of fresh perspectives. Now, as Venus crosses into Capricorn, the energy shifts from exploration to practicality. This is a time for power moves and the challenge of advancement. The full moon favors the translators among us — those who bridge communication gaps and inspire harmony and growth.

ARIES (March 21-April 19). Your mind will flit to an opportunity, a relationship or an endeavor you didn't quite bring all the way to fruition. The reason you're thinking about the one that got away is because there's still a chance to make this or something even better happen. Open your mind to the many configurations that might satisfy.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20). The most empowering version of your story is the one that propels you forward instead of letting you get hung up in the weeds of nostalgia, regret or reticence. Anything might have been. There is only one thing that actually was. Frame that effectively and let it power you into your dreams for the future.

GEMINI (May 21-June 21). Is there really such a thing as a "flaw" when every quality can be used to an advantage? This is especially true in groups. This week, it will be your honor and good fortune to work within diverse groups featuring many different talents and deficits. Together you'll do more than anyone can do alone.

CANCER (June 22-July 22). Before you team up, consider the advantages to going solo. It will take more initiative to meet people, but it will also be easier to get to know them, as you won't have to worry about including your other team members. There's a special kind of chemistry you can create from your position as a solo artist.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22). Your connection with a special someone has a unique quality that doesn't come along every day and could never be duplicated exactly in any other relationship. Because the tie is so special, you'll go out of your way to make it even better this week, and it's energy well spent. This is what life is all about.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22). Your "live and let live" ethos will be challenged by someone with a talent for pressing emotional buttons. There's no way they could know what bothers you, and yet they put their finger on it. It's almost as though they are in cahoots with the universe in an effort to make you a stronger, more patient and compassionate person.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23). People need what you give, and this makes you happy. You'll fill in the gaps and provide help. Ideally, appreciation and accolades will be forthcoming from the world at large, though it is often the case that you have to guide people's attention to what you want them to understand about you.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 21). You're multifaceted but don't get the chance to exercise some of your talents among those who know you only within certain contexts. You'll be in a situation that allows you to reinvent yourself. With those who don't know anything about you, you can be whoever you want to be. When you're with fresh faces, you feel new, too.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21). When you're deciding who to add to your day-to-day life, consider the version of yourself you tend to be around the other person. Those who bring out a side of you that you like, or a part of your personality you'd like to develop, are worth bringing in closer. You don't mind being a little uncomfortable if it means you're improving.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19). Sometimes you forget that like other creatures on Earth, you have needs that go beyond the basics. Healthy living includes some pleasure, relaxation and attention, and it's OK to go out of your way to make this happen. Fortune favors you as you restore the balance and make room for more joy.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18). Wonderful things happen when you solve the right problem. You're seeing a future you want and making it happen. When your vision is strong, you'll make a plan and follow through. When your vision is fuzzy, you'll gather more information, consult mentors, and discover parameters that help you understand what's worth wanting.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20). You're curious about people, and somehow, they become their most interesting selves around you. This week, you'll be let into the private worlds and given insider knowledge. People will tell you what their nearest and dearest don't even know. There is power in being a trusted stranger.

THIS WEEK'S BIRTHDAYS: The body's intelligence shines brilliant for you this year of improved vitality. Your intuition will tingle with impulses toward health, strength and beauty. Acting on your inklings will bring you good fortune. More highlights: Relationships progress; connections deepen. You'll give your generous spirit through philanthropy and inviting others to travel and experience top-notch entertainment. You'll gravitate to complementary talents and be welcomed in a group. You'll hit the ground running with daring, lucrative projects.

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