YOUR horoscope
For Friday, Oct. 6, 2017: ARIES (March 21-April 19)
Use the daylight hours to the max. You could be overwhelmed by how much you need to do. Remain open to jumping on a sudden opportunity. Notice how possessive you might become as the day passes. Return calls and express your goodwill. Tonight: Choose to let go.
TAURUS (April 20-May 20)
You might decide that it is best to continue playing it low-key for now. You might not be in the mood to initiate a project. Your energy peaks as the day goes on. Accept an invitation to join others in the evening. You will feel a lot more energetic later in the day. Tonight: TGIF!
GEMINI (May 21-June 20)
Zero in on a high priority and complete it while you can. You have a way of leaving certain matters to the last minute. Be imaginative as you look at completing a project. When making plans for the weekend, be equally as imaginative. Tonight: Play it cool.
CANCER (June 21-July 22)
You might feel pressured to perform to your highest ability at work. The good news is how much you are likely to get done. Others seem more responsive than they have been in a while. Respond to an invitation to join friends after work. Tonight: Be where the action is.
LEO (July 23-Aug. 22)
You could be in the mood to deal with someone different. You will adapt your plans for the weekend at the last minute. You might want to travel or jump on an opportunity to go to a new place. Breaking a pattern helps you know your priorities. Tonight: Let your hair down.
VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)
A partner seems to demand more one-on-one attention than in the past. Be flattered that your attention is so important to this person. An associate could surprise you with a change of plans. Unexpected events could point to some wild spending. Tonight: Take off ASAP.
LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)
HH You might want to think that you are more in control than you really are. Know that a partner or a demanding associate could steal the stage. This person will determine the natural pace and events of the day. Express your goodwill and positive nature. Tonight: Opt for a close encounter.
SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)
Clear out any must-do work. Others could drop unexpected tasks on you. You’ll see a shortcut that works. Go for it! Honor a loved one’s offer to pitch in. This person wants to be included in what is happening. Tonight: Say “yes” to someone else’s exciting invitation.
SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)
Use your imagination to find a shortcut that will make this day go smoothly. The unexpected colors your plans. Try not to get anxious about an important meeting or event at the end of the day. If you can, squeeze in a brisk walk. Tonight: Know when to head home.
CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)
You likely have opted to stay close to home today. You also might have taken some work with you. An unanticipated happening could throw your plans into chaos. Make an adjustment, if need be. Come up with an exciting plan for the weekend. Tonight: Out with a favorite person.
AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)
Keep conversations open and you will hear some exciting ideas. You could be tired of your routine. Break past it, and allow more spontaneity into your life. News from a distance will be provocative. You might decide to head home and invite a friend over. Tonight: Get wild.
PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20)
You are not overly conscious of what you need to do and why. You need to grow past an immediate reticence, especially when it comes to your finances. A risk could work out well, but only if you can handle a loss. Tonight: A partner wants to indulge you; let him or her do just that.
BORN TODAY:
Entrepreneur George Westinghouse (1846).