Moon Alert Avoid shopping and important decisions from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. Chicago time.

After that, the moon moves from Pisces into Aries. Aries (March 21-April 19) Be careful about doing something spontaneously that could impact your finances. For example, you might want to buy something luxurious on the spur of the moment.

Think twice before you do this. Be aware of the restrictions of the moon alert. Taurus (April 20-May 20) You might want to help a friend, or you might want to do some volunteer work with a nonprofit group or a charitable organization.

This is all well and good; however, be careful of impulsive decisions. Don’t agree to anything that makes you hesitant. Know what you’re doing.

Gemini (May 21-June 20) Someone might appeal to you for help or assistance, and you want to respond. Make sure this is something that you really want to do. Don’t react without thinking.

You might also ask an authority figure for help. Think carefully before you do anything today. Cancer (June 21-July 22) Travel for pleasure, especially to someplace luxurious, appeals to you today.

This is why you might impulsively book a trip or agree to something like taking a course with someone. Make sure you have an option to be able to change your mind later. Happiness is having alternatives.

Leo (July 23-Aug. 22) Today you might feel sympathetic to someone who is in need, which is why you might impulsively donate something, or give money, or be helpful in some way. Generosity is a good th.