In the stars

Mars hasn’t been this close to us in about 60,000 years, but you don’t need a crystal ball to know that will shake things up a bit.

This unique combination of planetary energies will affect everyone, as Mars’ aggressive characteristics encourage opposition and divisions and brings with it a loss of physical energy and, therefore, motivation. You may feel it’s harder to drag yourself out of bed in the mornings or get errands done.

•Virgo (August 24 - September 22) This will be a transitional month. Hang on, because after this month you will move out of your isolation into new joyous experiences.

•Libra (September 23 - October 22) Become aggressive with your time. Learn to do what you want to do, not what others want you to do.

•Scorpio (October 23 - November 21) Although energy has been pumping through you all this month, your break has come and it’s time to reap the rewards of your hard work.

•Sagittarius (November 22 - December 21) Embrace issues from your past experiences, and the direction you’re headed should now become clear.

•Capricorn (December 22 - January 19) Slow things down a bit and re-think your decisions. Your life will become suddenly more easy if you do.

•Aquarius (January 20 - February 18) After a successful summer, you should settle financial issues and re-evalutate your current situation.

•Pisces (February 19 - March 20) Hopefully you took a vacation this summer, because this month has been very busy for you. If not, although school is starting it’s time to slow things down.

•Aries (March 21 - April 19) It’s time to rework things. You’re now confident and disiciplined enough to let your creativity run smoothly.

•Taurus (April 20 - May 20) It’s time for you to take time alone and evaluate your goals. Expect to receive a boost that will come during this last week of the month.

•Gemini (May 21 - June 20) Mars’ shift in energy has encouraged you to eliminate nonessentials from daily life.

•Cancer (June 21 - July 22) Although you have more obligations to meet, looking back at the month should prove it was all worth it.

•Leo (July 23 - August 23) You have a lot of self-confidence now. Use it to attract people and situations that are in your favor.