Stars signs affected the most: Cancer and Capricorn may need to take a time out.

The Sun finally catches up to Mars this week, just in time to meet Mercury retrograding back in their direction. This confluence of energies will bring fiery exchanges and cause some loss of objectivity when it comes to what we think and what we want.

If channelled the right way—easier for those people with lots of planets in Air signs—these energies can also be an extremely energizing time when we can achieve much more than during normal times. If conflicts and clashes erupt in your life, try to take a few breaths before unleashing any wrath. Use exercise to release pent-up energies in your body.

Stars signs affected the most: Gemini is in prime position to reap rewards.

By the weekend, Venus makes a move into light-hearted, jolly Sagittarius, promising more fun and adventure in the coming weeks. We may be more willing to exchange views with others and to discuss our beliefs. Meanwhile, the planet of love and beauty also makes contact with Saturn and Mercury, suggesting that putting our thinking caps on or buckling down on some mental hard work could yield positive rewards.

De Rui is a Hong Kong-based Western astrologer and the founder of Chart Life, a personalised astrology service for those who want specific insights for love, business and personal growth. She offers the standard caveat that the most relevant astrological interpretations are based on birth charts.  De Rui is a member of the British Astrological Association and the National Council for Geocosmic Research, and is a graduate of Harvard College.