Tender Start for Spring

Negativity has long been considered "toxic," and now the "toxic positivity" that denies the complexity of human emotions gets its due. It's totally acceptable if the sun crossing into the new season feels poignant or bittersweet. "I heard a thousand blended notes/While in a grove I sate reclined/In that sweet mood when pleasant thoughts/Bring sad thoughts to the mind." -- William Wordsworth

ARIES (March 21-April 19). It will be extremely lucky to initiate conversations, not just with people you're drawn to or with whom you share obvious similarities but also with those outside your usual realm.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20). Nothing remains forever in one place -- not a mood, not a state of being, not circumstance. You think of this when things feel good and when they feel bad, and the thought inspires your pacing and approach.

GEMINI (May 21-June 21). Be strategic and discerning in how you allocate your resources, including, and most notably, your energy. Instead, prioritize your efforts where they can make the most significant impact. Don't fight battles you've already won.

CANCER (June 22-July 22). Relationships are susceptible to whims of timing. Openness and communication are wonderful in theory, but they're risky, too. Some restraint in this regard will keep you from undoing progress or creating unnecessary tension.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22). You have a talent for choosing upbeat company. You'll share this talent by introducing your friends to one another. Ultimately, when you connect good-hearted people together, you change the world for the better.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22). You'll take a leap of faith, and it will work out well for you. Your affections will be returned. Even so, you can afford to take your time in relationships. Avoid rushing into decisions based solely on the attention you're receiving.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23). Though a person may not intend to block your path, as they fulfill their own agenda, they could unwittingly create an obstacle for you. Waste no time in argument or negotiation. Go around the problem and keep moving.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 21). While favorable results are possible, be skeptical of miracle cures. If they were as good as advertised, everyone would know it and the problem wouldn't exist. Save your money.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21). The sense of safety you establish creates an attractive environment. You can expect that people will come into your realm, get comfortable there and stay a while.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19). There are always a few different ways to look at a situation. Today, it's not so much about right and wrong, rather it's about what helps and what doesn't. Once you land on a way to see things that works for you, hold to the point of view.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18). It's only human to recall emotional highs and lows. The action that strikes an emotional chord will have impact. You can use this to your advantage today to create a memory or increase your influence.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20). You'll field opinions and you'll be happy for the information you get, too. Even so, there is no answer from the outside that can give you purpose. Your purpose can only come from you.

TODAY'S BIRTHDAY (March 19). It's a year of brilliant collaborations. Your enthusiasm about the little things in life make the big things come more easily to you. You'll cash in on an investment and elevate your people with the proceeds. More highlights: A new study, upgraded professional resources and magic moments with those you love and admire. Leo and Pisces adore you. Your lucky numbers are: 32, 10, 4, 28 and 17.

CELEBRITY PROFILES: A recent post of Bruce Willis "reflecting on life's mysteries" got over 41,000 likes on Instagram, which is standard when the Pisces movie star beloved by millions shares about his soulful daily life. The tough guy with a heart of gold has both the sun and Mercury in sensitive Pisces and natal moon and Venus in philanthropic Aquarius. Among other philanthropy, Willis is a spokesman for children in foster care and supported the Promoting Safe and Stable Families Act.

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