Moon Alert: After 7 a.m. EDT today (4 a.m. PDT), there are no restrictions to shopping or important decisions. The Moon is in Virgo.

Happy Birthday for Sunday, April 2, 2023: You will be forever young. You have an optimistic look on life and are realistic about your hopes and dreams for the future. This year it’s time to create solid foundations in your life, both physically and in an interior way. Let simplicity be a theme as you become grounded and more levelheaded.

ARIES (March 21-April 19)

You have duties and responsibilities to perform. Nevertheless, later today, your energy picks up for lively discussions with family members. Tonight: Work.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20)

Children might be an increased responsibility. Likewise, you might be discouraged about social plans and relationships with romantic partners. Fortunately, as the day wears on, you have more energy to give. Tonight: Socialize.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20)

Be patient with family members, especially parents and authority figures. Fortunately, later in the day, you have the enthusiasm and energy to make improvements at home and mend family relationships. Tonight: Cocoon.

CANCER (June 21-July 22)

This morning you might feel world-weary and discouraged. Don’t worry, because as the day wears on, you will feel increasingly energetic, optimistic and hopeful. Tonight: Conversations.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22)

You might be discouraged about your possessions or finances today. Fear not, because later in the day, you see that things don’t look as bad as you thought. Tonight: Organize your possessions.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)

Today the Moon is in your sign. In the morning, it opposes stern Sat-urn, which is a depressing influence. As the day wears on, you feel lots more energy and more emotionally upbeat. Tonight: You’re strong.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)

You might feel lonely and cut off from others. “Nobody loves me.” But don’t take these feelings too seriously. They’re only temporary. Later in the day, you will feel energetic about taking advantage of opportunities to boost your good name. Tonight: Solitude.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)

Difficulties with a friend or even a group might be discouraging today. You might feel shut out of something or ignored. However, later, exciting travel plans will lift your spirits. Tonight: Be friendly.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)

Today you might encounter difficulty when dealing with bosses, parents, teachers and the police. Do not ask for permission or approval. Later in the day, financial help or assistance from another source will be encouraging. All is not lost. Tonight: You’re noticed.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)

Today the Moon opposes your ruler Saturn, which makes you judgmental, even depressed. Or maybe not. Life will feel hard. Fortunately, this is a fleeting feeling, because your interaction with a friend or a partner will turn things completely around for you. Tonight: Learn something.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)

Financial matters look discouraging today. You might feel broke or disappointed at the lack of support from a third party or someone from whom you expected more. Nevertheless, later in the day, you will see how you can recoup any losses through your own work. You’re so clever! Tonight: Check your finances.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20)

As this day begins, the Moon is opposite your sign and opposing Sat-urn in your sign. This is basically discouraging. Relations with friends and partners might disappoint you. Fortunately, social news, opportunities in sports or something to do with children will lift your spirits. Tonight: Cooperate.