Moon Alert

Avoid shopping or making important decisions from 1:45 a.m. until 5 a.m. EDT today. After that, the Moon is in Aries. The Full Moon in Aries culminates today at 5:17 a.m. EDT.

Aries (March 21-April 19)

It's important to use all your patience and all your diplomacy when dealing with others today. Today is the only Full Moon in your sign all year. Furthermore, it is challenged by other planets. Therefore, cut everyone a lot of slack, especially partners and close friends. Keep smiling.

Taurus (April 20-May 20)

You have to be tolerant with others today, especially at work. Even if you have good ideas about how to improve things, today is not the day to present them. People are touchy, and they're ready to blow their stack with very little provocation. (Run away!)

Gemini (May 21-June 20)

All group dynamics, whether a small meeting, a class, or a large conference, could trigger disputes. Some people are just looking for a fight today. Parents have to be extra patient with children. Lovers must be patient with each other. (It's that kind of day.)

Cancer (June 21-July 22)

Some Full Moons are easier than others. This is not one of them. This is a tough Full Moon. Therefore, avoid controversial topics with parents, bosses, teachers and authority figures. Don't try to tell anyone how to improve anything or how they could "do it better." (Ya think?)

Leo (July 23-Aug. 22)

Avoid disputes about publishing, travel, the media, higher education, and anything to do with the law and medicine. Similarly, steer clear of controversial subjects like religion, politics and racial issues. This is a challenging Full Moon. Keep your head down and your powder dry.

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)

Today has the potential for some financial tension. No question. Avoid arguments about earnings, cash flow, and possessions. This is not the day to decide who owes who, or who owns what. Ditto for discussions about shared costs, especially related to children, vacations, and sports. (Hide!)

Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)

Relations with partners and close friends are totally strained today. The only Full Moon all year that is directly opposite your sign is taking place and furthermore, it's a tough Full Moon. Patience is your only recourse. Wear water wings and stay away from the deep end.

Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)

There's no point in sugarcoating this. This is a bummer Full Moon. However, forewarned is forearmed. Don't overreact if you are annoyed with others at work, or anywhere else, for that matter. Give everyone and everything a wide berth. Leave work early if you can.

Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)

Today's Full Moon is a very rocky time for romance. Play everything low key. Parents and teachers have to be especially patient with children. This might be one of the most challenging Full Moons of the year. Don't expect much from others. Take it easy. Slow down. Don't react. Just breathe.

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)

This is a challenging day for relations at home, with family members, and also relations with bosses and people in authority. Have I left anyone out? Try not to react to what others say. Avoid saying anything controversial to anyone. Be calm and cool today. Good luck!

Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)

The Full Moon today could trigger explosive exchanges with others, especially siblings and relatives. Definitely avoid arguments with others because they will only spiral into something worse. You can't fix it. Not today. Wait until tomorrow. (You'll be glad you did.)

Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20)

Avoid intense discussions about financial matters, earnings, possessions, or anything you share with anyone else today. This is definitely not the day to talk about this stuff because an unusually tense Full Moon is taking place. People feel this tension. Keep things light.

If Your Birthday Is Today

Saxophonist John Coltrane (1926-1967) shares your birthday today. You're adventurous and creative! Your creativity is the kind that breaks boundaries and transcends traditions. You are hard working; you have enormous charm and a seductive personality. (This is why you easily inculcate a following.) This year is perhaps one of the most powerful years of your life. Next year (2011) will be the end of a nine-year cycle.