Moon Alert: There are no restrictions to shopping or important decisions today. The Full Moon in LIBRA peaks at 8:22 p.m. EDT (5:22 p.m. PDT).

Happy birthday for Saturday, April 12, 2025: You have humanitarian ideals. You also have a strong strength of purpose and commitment to whatever you do. This is a year of learning and teaching for you. Take time to reflect. You might renew your spiritual or religious beliefs. Explore philosophies that give you a better self-awareness.

Aries (March 21-April 19): For the first time since Jan. 1, the planetary energies are all moving forward. In a way, it could be said this is the beginning of your Astrological New Year! You might feel this with respect to plans for your appearance or beautification. You definitely can sense that it’s all systems go. Tonight: Patience.

Taurus (April 20-May 20): Today Venus retrograde is over, which means this really marks the beginning of the forward energy for 2025. From this point on, you can work with more efficiency and greater productivity to boost your earnings. You will get richer this year. Yay! Tonight: Get organized.

Gemini (May 21-June 20): This is a playful, upbeat day for you! Accept invitations to socialize and party with others. Enjoy sports events and fun activities with kids. Relations with authority figures will move forward with a more positive energy now. You have this sense of grabbing your future with both hands. Tonight: Socialize.

Cancer (June 21-July 22): Starting today, you’ll have more ambitious plans for the future about travel or anything to do with publishing, the media, medicine or the law. Up until now, you’ve been hesitant, but as of today, this reticence is gone. Now nothing is holding you back. Tonight: Touch base.

Leo (July 23-Aug. 22): Today you have a renewed sense of energy, especially about your plans for the future, which might include exploring opportunities in publishing and the media. You also might want to go back to school. You’re keen to share your ideas with others today. You need to be heard. Tonight: Conversations.

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Issues related to your closest relationships have been bumping along or problematic, especially in the last month or so when ex-partners might have been back on the scene. As of today, a fresh, forward energy will revitalize your relationships. Time to celebrate! Tonight: Check your money.

Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): With the Moon in your sign today, and your ruler Venus no longer retrograde (as of today), you feel like you’re in charge again. “Bring it on!” Nevertheless, you need more sleep for the next few weeks. (Many of you are erratic sleepers.) Take care of yourself. Tonight: You’re strong.

Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Romantic possibilities are sparkling all around you because Venus in your House of Romance is now moving forward. In fact, today is the first day when all the planetary energy is moving forward, which means it’s really your astrological New Year. Grab the world by the tail! Tonight: Seek privacy.

Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): This is a lovely day to enjoy the warm friendships of others. In fact, interaction with groups, organizations, conventions and conferences will be positive. You’re in the mood to socialize. Meanwhile, redecorating projects and real estate deals can now move forward. Tonight: Listen to others.

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Continue to focus on home, family and your private life, even though you’re high-viz. Relations with siblings, relatives and neighbors are improving. In fact, for some reason, your own appreciation of your everyday world is heightened now, which is a blessing. Tonight: Act regally.

Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Today is a relief in many ways because you feel more financially secure. Because of this, some of you will buy something beautiful for yourself or loved ones. Money and gifts will come to you today. Meanwhile, you’re busting your buns to work hard. Tonight: Learn.

Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20): Today Venus retrograde in your sign is over, which means this is actually the true beginning of 2025, when energies will flow forward more easily. It’s time to figure out what you want to achieve for the rest of the year and get ready to take action. Tonight: Red-tape issues.