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Today offers up a bit of a cosmic split personality with the Moon in shy Cancer for most of the day and then entering outgoing Leo at 5:59 pm EDT. But a friendly sextile between Venus and Mars, the cosmic lovers, motivates us to risk our safety for the possibility of receiving pleasure. We may start the day safely within our protective shells and gradually come out as the day wears on. Still, we might feel uneasy about expressing too much too fast.

You may not be able to contain your feelings today, even if you know that what you say could make someone rather uncomfortable. It's really not your goal to stir up any conflict, but you may innocently look only on the bright side. Think twice before you blurt out what you want.

Your key planet Venus is heated up by fiery Mars today, encouraging you to demonstrate your feelings through direct action rather than just talking about them. But your actions might be misunderstood, so it's still a smart idea to let others know what you are thinking. Assuming that others can correctly interpret your behavior will likely land you in trouble.

You are entering a convergence zone and it's likely that separate threads of your life will quickly and easily be woven together. There really isn't much you need to do, for the integration should come naturally now. Still, you'll need to facilitate this positive change by keeping your awareness in the present moment.

So much of what you want now is known only to you, so you really aren't able to fault anyone else for not delivering the goods. The truth is that you must let others know your heart's desire if you truly want to be fulfilled. You can assure your dissatisfaction by keeping your feelings to yourself. The Moon's entry into expressive Leo this evening presents a positive opportunity to drag your stuff out into the open.

You are given opportunities to tie up loose ends as the Moon moves through careful Cancer today. Don't wait until the Moon moves into Leo to take care of unfinished business, for everything will be more complicated by then. You aren't necessarily afraid of your feelings; it's just more expeditious now to temporarily leave sentiment out of the equation.

Don't be afraid to finish up your work roaring like a lion. Naturally, the idea of boasting about your own accomplishments can run against your grain. But assertive Mars is nudging the Sun, beautiful Venus and logical Mercury, making it difficult for you to stand too far away from public recognition. No one will think any less of you if you just stand up and accept the recognition that you justly deserve.

You are moving out of your comfort zone and reaching toward a new way of expressing your creativity. You may not be clear about where you are going, but you are still ready to head on out. Don't start your new venture quietly. Turn it into a party and invite the best people you know. The bigger the splash today, the better the show will be in a few months.

Your emotions are undergoing transformation and although you may not fully understand what's happening, there's no reason to step back from the intensity. You were built to withstand high pressure, which increases the emotional heat. If others are uncomfortable with your presence, don't try to fix it. Just act kindly while remaining true to yourself.

You can no longer hold back the tide of desire that has been welling up inside you. But this may not be about an emotional or physical attraction to someone else. Today's interactivity between your 7th House of Others and your 9th House of Adventure suggests that you will be more successful in achieving your goals if you include coworkers and friends in your process.

Although you may need to finish up your work, those in charge also want you to enjoy whatever time you can -- but only after a job well done. You could even get away with doing a little less than usual, but this isn't your best strategy now. Try to accomplish as much as you can while receiving assistance from someone who wants you to succeed.

Love is in the air, but it's up to you to make something special happen. Even if you aren't buzzing with romantic energy, you still might be on a creative high. Your ability to collaborate with a playful partner now is high, so keep your eyes peeled for someone who can add something meaningful to what you are already trying to express.

Working at home sounds like a good idea now, but you could waste a great opportunity if you don't learn how to focus your energy. It's not that you don't have the stamina; you do. It's just that it's all too easy to get distracted by something you want to do in order to avoid something you must do. Don't be overly judgmental of yourself or others. Just stay aware of your true long-term goals.