Sound Off and Say What You Mean

By Jeff Jawer
Provided by Tarot.com

This is no time to beat around the bush when it comes to relationships. Take the initiative and talk straight to let others know exactly where you stand. It's much better to act like a leader than to try and respond to what you think people want. Yes, this can appear pushy to someone who expects you to adjust to his or her needs. Well, Virg, the courageous Sun, communicative Mercury and loving Venus are moving through your 8th House of Intimacy in "pull no punches" Aries. The New Moon in this sign on April 5 is a call to action. Are you ready to take a current relationship to the next level? Are you prepared to push into fresh social territory to meet someone new?

Well, even if you aren't, it's time to forge ahead. Harsh words could be a problem on April 10, but speaking up is definitely healthier than shutting down. If you're able to disagree without becoming disagreeable, you can regain the trust of someone you know or start building trust with a new person. On April 17, mental Mercury (your ruling planet) moves into sensual Taurus, where it will align favorably with your Sun for the rest of the month. This enables you to communicate in a down-to-earth way that makes others feel more comfortable with you. In fact, words can seem so sweet now that a good conversation works like a powerful aphrodisiac. Enjoying words and ideas works wonders to reduce tension and open the heart.

About the Author
Jeff Jawer is the co-author of Barnes & Noble's 'Your Astrology Guide 2008.' A professional astrologer since 1973, his articles have appeared in astrology journals and magazines and Web sites around the world. He holds a B.A. in The History and Science of Astrology from the University of Massachusetts at Amherst and teaches and lectures both in the United States and abroad.