Read for your rising sign.

The long and arduous journey Mars has taken through the sign of Cancer finally comes to an end this month on April 18th. The courageous warrior now moves into the more familiar environment of Leo. The masculine fire temple of the Sun is a perfect environment for Mars to take chances, get messy and make mistakes! After all, isn't that how we all learn?

Aries

The modern painter Jackson Pollock was a creative genius but he was also an angry and raging alcoholic. It is often difficult to separate genius from madness. But as the Cheshire Cat said, “we’re all a little mad”. I think we are also ‘a little genius’. Your job is knowing where the line is between the two.

Taurus

The devouring mother archetype is a psychological concept that describes a mother who is overbearing, controlling, and manipulative towards her children. Of course this can be true for either parent. The overarching lesson here is knowing when you are loving something or someone to death. And the solution is be honest with yourself.

Gemini

Albert Einstein has so many great quotes but one of my favorites has always been, "Great spirits have always encountered violent opposition from mediocre minds." We are all "great" in our own way and we certainly have all encountered opposition. The real genius comes from knowing when that opposition is warranted and when it is not.

Cancer

“Someone is sitting in the shade today because someone planted a tree a long time ago." This quote by Warren Buffett speaks to the importance of long term thinking but also to courageous action. What action can you take today that will leave you better resourced and the generations to come?

Leo

The story of Jesus may be the quintessential Mars in Leo archetype! The son of God brought to earth eventually meets a violent ending. We all have something distinguished about us that makes us one of God’s unique children. Know what that is, embrace it, and you will forever be dancing with divinity.

Virgo

“Dogs are better than human beings because they know but do not tell.” -Emily Dickinson. Taken literally this quote could fuel a heated debate but read in the symbolic context Dickinson undoubtedly implied I think we can all agree, sometimes the best things in life are hidden.

Libra

“There is freedom waiting for you in the breezes of the sky and you ask - What if I fall? Oh but my darling, What if you fly?” This unattributed quote contains the beauty ever present in the risk of following your dreams! Give it a try. It might just be worth it.

Scorpio

“There is nothing like a concrete life plan to weigh you down.” - Indra K. Nooyi former CEO of PepsiCo. This surprising quote from the woman behind one of the world’s most iconic brands gets at a difficult truth. The path less traveled, be it likely more challenging, will probably bring you more happiness. At the very least, more buoyancy and adventure.

Sagittarius

The beautiful thing about firmly held higher-minded beliefs is that people will die for them. The sad truth is that they will also kill for them. The wonderful thing about a character like Gandhi is that he found the sweet spot right in the middle. Where might you have skewed radically to one side or another? This month would be a good time to take a look at those beliefs and make sure they aren't causing more strife than good.

Capricorn

“When people show you who they are ... believe them!” Can you guess who said this quote? Oprah Winfrey! And she would know, she’s talked to a lot of people. Now it is your turn, but don’t just believe them, believe yourself and your own assessment of them.

Aquarius

“My only love sprung from my only hate! Too early seen unknown, and known too late!" Love can be dramatic, fiery, and if we hear Juliet’s words here from Romeo and Juliet, a very confusing thing. The good thing about Mars transiting your house of romantic partners is that Mars doesn’t like to be confused. Mars likes to take inspired action. So whether it is romantic partnerships, business partnerships, or just a creative project that needs a little extra love and inspired action now is the time to take it.

Pisces

The 6th house in ancient astrology is the joy of Mars. This simply means that the topics of the 6th house and the natural significations of Mars are closely aligned. Also, Mars is more capable of enacting its agenda when located in the 6th house. Lucky for you, this Mars in Leo transit puts Mars squarely in your 6th house. So if the motivation has been lacking recently and you need help getting that project off the ground, get ready! To quote Thomas Edison, “There is no substitute for hard work."

April 2025