Taurus (April 20-May 20): Throughout European history, the dragon was most often a symbol of monstrous power and danger. In China, though, the mythical beast has sometimes been regarded as helpful and lucky; in ancient times it was even the symbol of the emperor. In both cultures, the dragon has been portrayed as the guardian of fabulous treasure. All these meanings apply, I believe, to the dragonish force you now face. Fortunately, you're at the height of your power to transform daunting challenges into rich opportunities.
Gemini (May 21-June 20): The planets will be throwing a big bash in your House of Ambition in the coming days. Their celebration will reach a fizzy climax during the total solar eclipse this weekend. By next Tuesday, if not before, you can expect to be blessed with at least two spicy intuitions about the best possible ways to channel your drive for success in the coming months. You might even receive tantalizing invitations from Very Intriguing People who can advance your career (especially if you were born between June 5 and 13). Cosmic joke alert: Long-term luck may initially be disguised as short-term upheaval.
Cancer (June 21-July 22): As usual, I'll be wearing a veil on March 8, International Women's Day. I urge my fellow Cancerian men to join me in this and other acts of atonement for the patriarchal sins of our fathers. We Crabs are, after all, the most sensitive males of the zodiac; if we don't do it, it may not get done. (Besides, astrological forces are egging us on.) You guys might also choose to give women the gift of your deep and luxurious listening (suppressing your macho urge to interrupt them every 20 seconds). Or you can let your favorite females know you're committed to cheering them on as they zero in closer to what they really want to do with their lives. As for you Cancerian women: You now have the power to make your so-called "impossible" dreams at least 20 percent more possible.
Leo (July 23-Aug. 22): Some seeds have been known to lie dormant for thousands of years before sprouting. In 1954, for example, a Yukon miner found a 10,000-year-old lupine seed in frozen silt and turned it over to scientists, who planted it and grew a perfectly healthy tree. Judging from your astrological aspects, I'd say you now have the potential to pull off a similar miracle. A germinal dream that you put into cold storage a long time ago is now begging to be rediscovered, sown, and nurtured to maturity.
Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): I've never thought of a solar eclipse as an inherently bad omen. On the contrary, it can have a cleansing effect on moldy old karma. Occasionally, I've even seen it purge the accumulated dross and dregs of months of unconsciously made decisions. So what should we make of the total eclipse that'll be electrifying your house of relationships this weekend? I believe it'll be a perfect moment for you to scour away tired old approaches to partnership, and make way for a revolutionary new dispensation.
Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): I heard meditation teacher Jack Kornfield espouse a wonderfully efficient method for dealing with negative and unwanted thoughts. Don't let them possess you, he said, and don't assume you have to act them out. On the other hand, don't struggle mightily to suppress them, either. Instead, try this: Bow to the offending idea. Acknowledge and admire its power. Even -- get this -- express your gratitude to it for galvanizing so much of your psychic energy. I've tried this approach myself, and have found that nine times out of 10 it dissolves much of the nasty thought's charge. I highly recommend it to you now, during this time of purification.
Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): You're now as close as you can possibly get to being a really good person. I know that must sound crazy. I mean let's face it, there are fewer Scorpio saints than any other sign, and if you're a typical Scorpio you have as much hope of achieving a state of sweet purity and unabashed benevolence as a pregnant cow does of appearing in a Calvin Klein ad. Nevertheless, for the first time ever, I dreamed last night that your head was surrounded by a glistening, pulsating halo. And current astrological aspects seem to confirm that the dream was accurate.
Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): You Centaurs are more likely to be motivated by a clear, hot picture in your mind than a soft, moist feeling in your bones. This week'll be different though. Gurgling emotions will be the engine of more than a few decisions. You'll experience firsthand the wisdom of French philosopher Blaise Pascal, who said, "The heart has its reasons, which reason does not know."
Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Among his many unusual habits, former FBI Director J. Edgar Hoover (a major-league Capricorn) had one fetish that I'd particularly recommend to you this week. He absolutely forbade anyone to step on his shadow. You can of course take this literally, but more than that I'd like you to meditate on its metaphorical meaning. Examples of some of the lines of thought you might follow: 1) Don't let anyone walk all over you when you're feeling divided or beside yourself. 2) Don't let anyone trample the parts of you that are foggy, obscure, or immature. 3) Don't let anyone encroach upon your secret self. 4) Don't let anyone ride roughshod over your closest companion.
Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): I know the old superstition says that if your palm itches, you're about to receive unexpected money. But what does it mean if, while I'm meditating on you, prickly tickles erupt in my palm? As is my style, I choose to believe the best: that there'll soon be a surge in your cash flow. Of course, my interpretation is also influenced by the fact that four planets are about to convene a big blowout in your House of Loot.
Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20): This'll be a successful, even blissful week if you pounce on unexpected turning points the instant they show up. They may be ripe for only a very brief time, though, so don't be coy and don't procrastinate. And what exactly will be the nature of these pregnant moments? For a full menu of the volatile breakthroughs that'll waft by your window of opportunity, you should consult your dreams. But here's a quickie and pithy list of possibilities: an honorable loophole, a righteous excuse, a lucky break, a happy accident, a sacred detour, an indirect invitation, and a fluke from left field.
