Aries 21 March - 20 April... Your ruler Mars is coming to the end of what has been a particularly powerful journey in the water sign of Cancer, where he has struggled to strut his stuff with his usual swagger. Today, just before he heads for the exit, he clashes with the healer Chiron in your sign. If someone touches on a nerve, try not to react too defensively, Aries. Consider why this might jar.

Taurus 21 April - 21 May... If you have a conversation today and suddenly feel a little exposed, try not to overcompensate for this with bluster. True, I am being a little blunter, but this is the energy of the assertive Mars in its last day in your sector of quick exchanges. He interacts with Chiron, and this combination could tease out a sensitive issue which is best owned, not avoided.

Gemini 22 May - 21 June... We can value things in an earthy, material way, but we can also hold dear more idealistic values. These two parts of your situation can compete today. It doesn't mean that you are wrong to want worldly success or naive to care deeply about a higher purpose. The trick, though, will be to try and integrate these two contrasting parts of life and yourself.

Cancer 22 June - 23 July... How have you found the last six weeks, Cancer? The mighty Mars has been powering through your sign but was in a very challenging angle at the end of last month, and right at the beginning of this. Recently, he has linked well with the Sun, and you may have found it easy to gain traction. Yet today don't push too hard on a work or worldly matter.

Leo 24 July - 23 August... If you're processing any sensitive strands or feelings of injustice, these can seem that much more jagged and painful In fact, looking back over the last few weeks, there may have been some periods when you have felt much more affected by past events, separations or losses, and once more today, these can seem closer to the surface but soon you'll feel more secure.

Virgo 24 August - 23 September... Your long-term plans, wider associations, network and friendships have all been superpowered of late, as the Sun in Virgo forged a collaborative link to the dynamic Mars. This has worked best for you if you have felt at the heart of things rather than on the periphery. However, in one connection you may find yourself doubting where things go next.

Libra 24 September - 23 October... Even if it has not quite chimed with your need for some quieter times until very recently, Mars has been pushing you into the spotlight the last six weeks. This may have seen some scintillating professional developments, or others becoming more conscious of your talent for leadership. However, today, don't worry too much if someone you encounter resists this!

Scorpio 24 October - 22 November... Knowledge is a wonderful thing, but sometimes we can meet people who use it to show off or take great pleasure in crushing those who don't possess what they know. Watch out for this today. You may meet someone who seems hale and hearty and is only too happy to have an opinion, about you. If they are unprepared to let you push back, walk on by.

Sagittarius 23 November - 21 December... If you are currently attracted to someone or something that you find very hard to resist, and, at some deeper level, know this is not doing you much good, you reach a very tender juncture today. Whilst you may decide that the upsides are worth what you find challenging, stopping or stepping away could seem a step too far. However, is this truly the case, Sagittarius?

Capricorn 22 December - 20 January... You've had a great opportunity in the last six weeks to be more proactive around how you interact with others. This may have seen you more competitive, firming up your boundaries or being more desirous of raunchy connections. However, today someone may open up more sensitive side of your nature with a thoughtful but perceptive comment.

Aquarius 21 January - 19 February... Don't doubt your ideas today, Aquarius - should someone call them into question. However, consider whether there's a way to convey them in a punchier, more direct way. Having faith in our beliefs doesn't mean they can't evolve or subtly shift, but the main thing to hold is that you have every right to them - whatever anyone else thinks or believes.

Pisces 20 February - 20 March... Mars has hopefully brought some pizzazz and drama, in a good way, in recent weeks as he surfed through your fellow water sign of Cancer. In fact, the last two weeks might have seen some very social or playful moments. Yet today, you can find yourself doubting your attractiveness or one connection. Is money in the mix around this self-doubt though?