Aries (March 21-April 19): Your desires likely loom large, but perhaps it’s hard for you to admit that. It’s potentially easier to hide behind the authority of a large group of people as you push for a certain outcome. It may or may not be true that “everyone else” agrees with you. You can want what you want!

Taurus (April 20-May 20): Resentment could sneak out in your speech today. Any efforts to hide your emotions when you interact with others probably won’t be successful. You can feel however you feel, but you might benefit from pondering some things. Grieve the loss of your fantasy, and then move on.

Gemini (May 21-June 20): Buying a sense of sophistication might seem like an appealing prospect. You may worry that your peers don’t see you as cultured enough. In your desperation to correct that impression, an impulse purchase could seem like a way out. Be realistic about what this action will achieve.

Cancer (June 21-July 22): A poorly defined commitment to someone else could be holding you back. At this point, breaking out of an impasse might not be possible without a bit of chaos. Sometimes you must clear the air even if it causes a storm. It’s okay — this emotional upheaval won’t last forever for you or anyone else involved.

Leo (July 23-Aug. 22): Knowing that a secret is being kept could put tension on your whole day. You may believe that someone else has a moral obligation to disclose certain information. Would convincing them to do what you want actually lead to a better outcome? Life can be messy!

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Your responsibilities may seem to get in the way of your social life. They could also make for a convenient excuse to skip an engagement. This dodge is less uncomfortable than a direct confrontation. Do what you must, but know that others will draw their own conclusions.

Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Letting a private fight become public could be a relief. You may not be ashamed to have the world find out about a messy conflict you’re involved in. This approach isn’t always wrong, but be aware of what you’re doing. You probably can’t claim to be totally innocent.

Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): The world probably isn’t living up to your expectations. Whatever is upsetting you might also awaken memories of an early betrayal. Confronting someone about their irresponsibility may indeed be necessary. For best results, however, try to keep focused on this conversation.

Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Finding the right level of emotional intimacy with a significant person in your life could be a challenge now. Either way, dropping pointed hints isn’t likely to bring about the change you crave. You may need to clearly say what you want before you explode. Try to avoid emphasizing blame.

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Conflict regarding money could currently weigh on a close relationship of yours. Even if you’re assessement is correct, that’s not necessarily your only concern about them. You may worry that your connection lacks emotional security. Focus on the facts.

Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Loading yourself up with too many responsibilities has the potential to go wrong with little warning. You might be overcommitted for many reasons. If you get the idea that your diligent effort gives you the right to say nasty things to others, however, you’ve probably gone too far.

Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20): A provocation that threatens your self-worth could set you off. You might not typically talk about the topic that’s been raised because it’s uncomfortable. You may need to say something to save face. Even if you don’t share every detail, air enough of your side of the story to justify yourself.