Horoscopes: March 17 to 23

Illustration by Ash Cheshire.

Aries: This week begins an astrological new year and also the start of your solar season, March 20 to April 19. Aries is the first sign of the zodiac wheel, lucky number one represented by Chrysomallus, the golden fleeced, flying ram that rescues an ancient prince and princess. This sign is ruled by fire and starts off spring with a bang and hears things up for the rest of the signs. Aries is honest, assertive, to the point, and usually likes to keep things simple yet exciting. The sun in your first house has you feeling more outgoing, confident, and ingenuitive. People are drawn to your vibrant energy and intrigued to see what you will do next. 

Taurus: This week as the sun enters Aries you are feeling more private and defensive. The idea of sharing personal information gives you the shivers. It can be a good thing to take a break from all the sharing and oversharing. In love and romance you slow down a bit and reevaluate your approach. The new moon on March 20 is a clean start, but don’t get ahead of yourself. A Neptune transit is blocking progress on major goals this week. Put it on hold until the Moon begins to wax. 

Gemini: This week, as the sun enters Aries, you are getting more in touch with your emotions, you value earnestness, and being true to yourself. Façades and pretense melt away during Aries season. You have no room for them. In relationships and romance you prioritize mutual care and support. The new moon on March 20 can be a fresh start, but don’t get ahead of yourself. A Neptune transit is blocking progress on major goals this week. Put it on hold until the Moon begins to wax. 

Cancer: This week you may be wondering what’s gotten into some folks. The sun moves into Aries on March 20 and has fire and air signs feeling a little spicy. People are more direct in general during this season. It’s okay to try it out for yourself too! In love you are seeking familiarity and a sense of friendship alongside the romance. The new moon on the 20th is a clean start, but don’t be hasty. Let things bloom gradually.

Leo: This week the sun enters fellow fire sign Aries and highlights your ambitions and dreams. You seek novel experiences and adventure. You also value honesty and realness as both Aries and Leo both like to break through façades and get to the center of authenticity. Superficiality really irritates you. At work or home you are more likely to be noticed for your efforts. The new moon on March 20 is a clean start, but let things occur naturally, it will take time.

Virgo: This week the sun moves into Aries and highlights your 8th house, the house of sex, intimacy, and the unknown. You’re an especially deep thinker these days. You are exploring your feelings. It’s an ideal time to get reacquainted with yourself and to ask the hard questions. The new moon on the 20 is a fresh start, but don’t be hasty. Let things transpire on their own time.

Libra: This week the sun moves into your opposite sign of Aries and highlights your partnership sector. You are focused on strengthening your relationships and building connections. Opposites attract at this time and you learn a lot from people with differing views and approaches. This can also be a very romantic time for you where you open up to loved ones or make big commitments. The new moon on March 20 can feel like a fresh start, but don’t be too quick to jump in. Let things occur organically. 

Scorpio: This week the sun enters Aries where it will be with us for the next four weeks. During this time you are focused more on your wellbeing. You seek to create better habits and structure in your life. You make more time to get around to the important things you have been meaning to do but have been putting off for a while. Spend time with people who make you feel like your best self. The new moon on March 20 is a fresh beginning, but don’t get ahead of yourself. Take it step by step.

Sagittarius: This week the sun enters fellow fire sign Aries and you feel more like your old self. You are re-awakening from what felt like hibernation. Social events, self expression, and self promotion are highlighted during this time. There is a confident and playful feeling in the air. The new moon on March 20 brings a sense of renewal. 

Capricorn: This week, the sun enters Aries where it will be with us for the next four weeks. During this time you are focused on home, family, foundations, and roots. You are taking care of things around the house and making steps towards resolving issues within your relationships. You are prioritizing more transparency and honesty in your communication. In love and relationships you are experiencing good luck, and good energy as Venus highlights your fifth house. The new moon on March 20 brings a sense of new possibilities. 

Aquarius: This week we begin Aries season on March 20 where we will bask in its fiery glow for the next four weeks. This transit highlights your social sector and has you feeling open and outgoing. You value being earnest and authentic, and people who put on a superficial show make you feel bored and irritated. In love and romance you seek to feel cozy and comfortable. Stability and loyalty are your primary turn-ons. The new moon on March 20 is refreshing and makes you feel ready to let go of the past. 

Pisces: This week the sun enters fiery Aries for the next four weeks and highlights what you value, your material possessions, and stability. You seek to create a comfortable and stable environment for yourself and want to surround yourself with familiar and reliable people. You’re thinking a lot about quality over quantity. You don’t like to be busy during this time of year and prefer to keep things simple. In love and relationships you are having fun and interesting conversations that sharpen your wit and humor. The new moon on March 20 reminds you that every day is a new day. 

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