Your horoscope for the week ahead: A new moon in Aries will illuminate your hidden potential

This week we welcome guest astrologer Bryanna Collier. Phil Booth will return next week. 

Venus, the planet of beauty, love, and material pleasures, forms a conjunction with disciplined Saturn, the planetary ruler of structure and wisdom, on Monday. Conjunctions in astrology require us to make modifications. You'll be ready to start fine-tuning details of your life then.

This transit between Venus and Saturn can help us identify where we need to create boundaries with loved ones and with our material desires. It's time to step back and nurture ourselves as we make new rules for how we show up in our relationships. This conjunction can also inspire budget planning that will help us meet our goals. 

During this movement, Venus and Saturn spend their time in the independent air sign of Aquarius, creating the desire for freedom. It's essential to give those you love space and support when Venus is in Aquarius. When Saturn is in Aquarius, self-improvement is a significant theme. We may feel the need to redirect our energy towards our personal goals and community causes. If you feel tested by this transit, try to step back and look at the bigger picture. If money is tight, work out how you can enjoy a more minimalist approach — less is more.

A refreshing new moon in Aries greets us on Friday. There'll be no fooling on that day, as this lunation demands the setting of meaningful intentions. Spend time meditating on how you'd like to accomplish an ambitious goal and push yourself forward. Take a moment to rest, too, as new moons require you to reflect on how you'd like to grow.

Our social calendars light up on Saturday, when the sun creates a conjunction with the messenger planet Mercury in the fiery sign of Aries. It's an exciting time to socialize, reconnect with others and make plans. Whether you're staying home or out running errands, you'll be sure to have an energizing day thanks to this transit. 

When the sun is in Aries, we're encouraged to go after our desires. The sun is exalted in Aries, meaning it helps to bring out the sun's — and our own — best qualities, such as confidence and courage. You can use this newfound strength to charge yourself up to achieve your dreams. Remember to keep your feet on the ground, as this transit may also cause you to forget important details. As Mercury inhabits Aries, the communication ruler helps bring a new sense of direction to our words. Be cautious of being too blunt under this transit, as this is not a patient placement for Mercury.

Here is your horoscope for the week of Monday, March 28, 2022.

Aries

Try not to take your work home with you, Aries. You may feel pressure to find a better balance between your professional and personal life. The key to navigating this change is to create more space between work and play. Practice patience in your relationships by opening up to others and actively listening. Spend some time brainstorming on how you'd like to bring a new future to light. Exciting new projects lay on the horizon, and it's up to you to make them a reality. Tweak your schedule to incorporate more self-care into your day. Positive new lifestyle habits come easy this week. 

Taurus

It's time to work smarter, not harder, Taurus. You might notice that there's a way to be more productive. If you've been feeling the need to seek a better structure for your lifestyle, it could be as simple as picking up a new habit. Follow your instincts and look to support yourself and your daily actions with advice from experts about what you're lacking. Consider how you'd like to expand your world and begin to manifest these challenges into change. If you've been looking to improve your home on a budget, take some time and DIY for innovative results that you can DIY. 

Gemini

Adjust how you react to others, Gemini. You may especially need to re-evaluate how you interact with loved ones. Consider how you can create more harmony in your life by giving people the space and freedom to be themselves. Analyze potential financial solutions this week, and make a list of productive actions you can take to create passive income. Your intentions are powerful. Looking to your social network for guidance could pay off in a big way. Lean on friends for feedback and advice, as their shared wisdom can help ease stress. 

Cancer

Are you ready to let go of a bit of power, Cancer? Unburden yourself from some responsibilities at home and choose the path of least resistance. Being kind to others also requires you to be gentle with yourself. Choose to let loved ones make decisions and take the reins — you can trust them. Believing in your creative spirit this week will help build confidence. Reflect on your limitless potential and pick a direction to move forward in. Be ready to weigh your career options, and focus on what bears the best fruit by listening to your heart. It may seem as if these aspects of your life oppose each other, but you can accomplish goals that satisfy both your body and spirit with the right mindset.

Leo

Listen to your physical needs, Leo. A wellness check-in can help to support your ambitions for professional growth. Take some time to get outside and refresh yourself. Find new ideas and stay sharp. Create a blank space in your mind this week, and make way for brilliant new ideas to come to fruition. Be prepared to jot down any jolts of inspiration. An impromptu trip this weekend could be just the thing to encourage a fantastic financial discovery, too. Keep your eyes and ears open.

Virgo

You're a natural at organizing, Virgo. It could be time to re-evaluate your finances and cut out some unnecessary spending. If budgeting is a dreary task, consider how redirecting these funds will bring you new pleasure. If you've been dreaming of creating an exciting new future, now's the time to bring your vision to life. Get creative and explore fresh experiences that will enrich your world. If you've been thinking of shaking up your professional world, consider how you can take your skills to a new career — or perhaps simply to social media. You could be sitting on an opportunity to reach an audience that wants to learn from your insight. 

Libra

You could be looking for a change of space, Libra. Challenge yourself to improve your home or browse enticing real estate. If these seem too earth-shaking, make time to get out of your neighborhood and explore. Challenge your professional ambitions this week and write down everything you'd like to accomplish. It could help you to begin a career as an entrepreneur. Thoughtful conversations could help move your business forward if you're in a partnership. Take notes during meetings so that you can capture any magical ideas that materialize.

Scorpio

Is it hard for you to ask for space from others, Scorpio? You might be craving a little freedom from loved ones. Focus on clear communication, especially if you enjoy upholding a mysterious persona. It's alright to take time to yourself. Make sure that your friends and family are aware of your needs. Use this time to contemplate aspects of your life that you'd like to change, and make a tangible outline of how you can get started. You're a superstar when it comes to strategy. If you tap into your creative side, you could stumble upon a promising new way to stay organized at work. Lean into the unconventional.

Sagittarius

There's a better way of caring for yourself, Sagittarius. Explore your options and you could save yourself some hard-earned cash. Research the things you want to achieve and seek out money-saving solutions to make them happen. Reconnect with your intuition and seek out fresh insights this week. You've got a beautiful opportunity to start a new project that lights you up. Get organized now so that you can materialize your dreams. You may be feeling more invigorated at work by channeling your artistic side. If there's something you've wanted to create, put the wheels in motion now. 

Capricorn

Focus on transformation this week, Capricorn. At work, trusting your gut is essential, especially if something feels off. It's up to you to identify and solve the problem. Channel your leadership abilities and be ready to pivot. When it comes to matters of the heart, look inward and determine how you'd like to receive and give love. Concentrate on how you'd like to show up in your relationships, and focus on living in the present. Take some time to clear out clutter and make space in your home. Finally, committing a little time to support your body will help you find the balance you seek.  

Aquarius

Listen closely to your subconscious, Aquarius. You may feel called to withdraw from the world to your safe space and pursue spiritual healing. Look to meditation and quiet your mind as you support your soul this week. If you're looking to leave old patterns behind, follow your intuition. In relationships, speak on your desires and let your feelings be known. Embrace vulnerability and open your heart to the unexpected. 

Pisces

Do you trust others too quickly, Pisces? Learn to guard your gentle spirit this week. It may be as simple as making yourself a little less available to others or putting your phone on "do not disturb." Make more time to nurture and celebrate yourself. A golden opportunity to break ground on a new project awaits. You're in the prime position to get your imagination flowing and conjure plans that excite you. If you start now, you'll soon be ready to share your creation with the world. Conversations surrounding shared finances with loved ones could take a big step forward now, too.

Bryanna Collier is an astrology and fashion writer. Her work focuses on astrology, personal style, and how the two intersect. Follow her work at The Star Crossed.