YOUR horoscope

HAPPY BIRTHDAY for Thursday, Feb. 8, 2018:

This year you need to focus on your goals and long-term desires; you will see several of them come to fruition by your next birthday. It is important to remain goal-oriented and focused. Your professional life will grow as a result. If you are single, try to keep your personal and professional lives separate. Try to stay open to different types of people.

ARIES (March 21-April 19)

You have pondered an opportunity so much that you might feel as if it would be best to go for it and see where it gets you. One can weigh the pros and cons of a situation for only so long. Open up to new possibilities. You don’t need to push so hard.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20)

One-on-one relating is highlighted. A long-overdue discussion with a friend will help you to clear the air. You have different styles of communicating, and understanding each other takes time. Dig into your imagination to find the right response.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20)

Drop the word “impossible” from your vocabulary, and reach out for more of what you want. You might not always be comfortable with this approach, but right now it has the highest likelihood of success.

CANCER (June 21-July 22)

Though you might want to fly off the rails emotionally, you won’t. Look carefully at an issue that keeps arising. Stay centered, no matter what you do or when. Worry less about what is going on with those around you. You will see the right path open up.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22)

Your fiery side comes out when dealing with a loved one. Know that getting angry won’t help. You need to get to the bottom of an issue in order to move forward. You could be dealing with a problematic situation. Stay upbeat.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)

You often push so hard to accomplish what you must that you barely have time to take a deep breath and relax. Make an attempt to slow down and do something just for you. This break will renew your energy and make it easier to deal with certain issues.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)

Assess the present situation. Do not minimize what is happening between you and the other party involved. You finally will be able to clear the air and get past an obstacle or misunderstanding that exists between you.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)

You suddenly might feel as if you can get past an ongoing hassle. Your ability to read between the lines makes a big difference in how you handle a personal matter. Others note your sensitivity when you approach a controversial topic.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)

Issues could arise a little too easily right now. You might prefer to keep your energy at bay in order to allow yourself the time to weigh the pros and cons of a situation. Be ready to make a commitment. Don’t hesitate to ask for more of what you want.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)

You could reach a point of agreement much easier than you originally had anticipated. Do not hesitate to go after what you desire. You might not get the immediate results you want, but at least you will have taken the first step.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)

Reach out to a dear friend whom you don’t often get to see. Ask more questions as you decide what would be the best way to catch up on each other’s news. Make a point of planning a visit in person. Refuse to get involved in a power play.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20)

You might opt to change direction, to others’ surprise. People often think that they have you figured out, only to discover otherwise. You like to grow and adapt to different situations. Stay on top of a personal matter involving an older person. Tonight: A force to be dealt with.

BORN TODAY: Actor Seth Green (1974), actress Cecily Strong (1984), actress Lana Turner (1921)