The Daily Horoscopes for Monday, March 17th

Maintaining our equilibrium can be rather tricky today because we are misled by how easy it looks. Thankfully, the pleasure-seeking Libra Moon enables us to balance what we want with the needs of others. However, our desires warp our perceptions and confuse our thoughts now that cerebral Mercury enters dreamy Pisces. Meanwhile, sensual Venus forms an irritating alignment with extravagant Jupiter, making it nearly impossible to set clear limits.

Aries Horoscope

(Mar 21 – Apr 19)

People seem to be going out of their way to be extra nice to you today, but their actions might not have the impact they expect. Even if you appreciate their efforts, you find it difficult to trust the motives of others, making it difficult to receive their gifts with an open mind. However, your fears may be more of a statement about you than anyone else. But you don’t need to go to extremes and ignore all your concerns. Being aware of your own resistance allows you to see the best in everyone.

Taurus Horoscope

(Apr 20 – May 20)

You approach your duties with an optimistic attitude today, assuming your most sincere efforts will produce positive results. Unfortunately, tangible production could fall short of your intentions because other people don’t seem as industrious as you are now. You may try to gain efficiency by working on your own, but this option might not be a viable one. Don’t be too concerned about losing ground; no one will fault you if you’re doing the best job you can.

Gemini Horoscope

(May 21 – Jun 20)

Concentrating on your chores may be an uphill battle today because you would rather be amusing yourself doing just about anything else. Although you might be able to successfully pull off a quick escape now, you won’t likely have enough time to indulge in the pleasures you seek. But be careful; if you choose fun over work, it’s quite possible you will get caught and then have to pay the price for being irresponsible. It’s not worth trading long-term satisfaction for short-term pleasure.

Cancer Horoscope

(Jun 21 – Jul 22)

You’re lost in your own thoughts now and you can make yourself seem so invisible that others don’t even notice your temporary self-absorption. You’re capable of keeping up appearances today while also creating extra time to reflect on personal issues. But sustaining this type of duality is exhausting. If your temper grows short, take a break from your contemplation and channel your energy into something more tangible.

Leo Horoscope

(Jul 23 – Aug 22)

You might be quite the diplomat today, voluntarily placing yourself in the middle of a conflict because you believe you can help. However, you may be quite annoyed that others are wasting time arguing when you just want to steer them into a more harmonious place. Your current strength comes from the fact that you aren’t willing to take sides now, so listen to every individual’s story while focusing on the common ground and not the differences. Let your natural generosity of spirit be your guide.

Virgo Horoscope

(Aug 23 – Sep 22)

Your power of concentration is one of your strengths, but today might be an exception to the rule. You may have your share of details to manage, yet your mind can be rather uncooperative now. Don’t set yourself up for failure by trying to accomplish too much. Instead, give yourself permission to waste a bit of time in idle fantasy. Your dreams inspire you to reach your potential in the long run.

Libra Horoscope

(Sep 23 – Oct 22)

A combination of cosmic influences encourages you to join the party today, even if you know better. Thankfully, you have no problem now thinking one way while acting another. But even if you are comfortable with this inconsistency, it still could be stressful for others — especially if your indulgent actions affect them negatively. Oddly enough, turning down the invitation and being responsible ultimately brings you the most satisfaction. There are many roads that can lead to joy as long as your heart is in the right place.

Scorpio Horoscope

(Oct 23 – Nov 21)

You might feel as if an era is coming to a close, yet you’re not quite ready to step into the next one yet. You may even be somewhat disoriented as you try to figure out where you are going. Although you can be uncomfortable when there are too many loose ends, it still could take a while longer before you get the closure that you need. Be patient while walking in both worlds; this transformation is a work in progress.

Sagittarius Horoscope

(Nov 22 – Dec 21)

Staying present in the here and now can be challenging if you can’t take your mind off the myriad of possibilities ahead. But all your weighing and judging won’t make the future any more certain. Ironically, the more you ponder the decisions you must make, the muddier they seem. Nevertheless, it’s still better to initiate some action today than to continue endless rounds of analysis.

Capricorn Horoscope

(Dec 22 – Jan 19)

Career issues are in the spotlight today, but your frustration might build as you find it increasingly difficult to resolve a current dilemma. It seems as if everyone is telling you to make your choice, but you may see validity to more than one possible path. Even if you feel anxious under the pressure, don’t succumb to the outside influence of individuals with a special interest. Stick to your position of neutrality for a while longer with as much grace as you can muster.

Aquarius Horoscope

(Jan 20 – Feb 18)

You may feel the stress nearly everywhere you turn today, but oddly enough you seem to be unaffected by the noisy drama playing out around you. However, this doesn’t mean that you are sailing along without any worries at all. Simply stated, you’re in your airy element now and you can clearly discern what’s happening in your immediate environment, enabling you to react efficiently. There’s no room for self-doubt; just follow your instincts and you won’t go wrong.

Pisces Horoscope

(Feb 19 – Mar 20)

Your intuition allows you to perceive things that are extrasensory. Unfortunately, you could fall into your own trap today by allowing your desires to fill in the missing details as you stare into a foggy landscape. It’s better to acknowledge what you can’t see and leave it at that. But you’re tempted to dream up a best-case scenario, project it onto your perceptions and then confuse your fantasy with reality. Being aware of your feelings can prevent your preferences from leading you astray.