SUNDAY HOROSCOPE

Birthday Gal: Actress Brie Larson was born in Sacramento, Calif., on this date in 1989. This birthday gal won a 2016 Academy Award for her performance in “Room,” Her other film work includes “Kong: Skull Island,” “Short Term 12,” and “21 Jump Street.” Aries (Mar 21-Apr. 19): Put several irons into the fire. There’s no reason to limit your progress when you are capable of handling multiple tasks this week. Your creative ideas may come to the forefront, but you may need someone else’s aid to make it work. Taurus (Apr. 20-May 20): Stick with what works. Don’t waste time worrying over areas and aspects that you find difficult when you can excel by simply doing what you do well. Be aware you will be the center of attention in the week ahead. Gemini (May 21-June 20): Speak from the heart. If you just say what you feel and don’t try to over think an issue, you’ll have no problem making a good impression in the week to come. Devote extra time to a hobby to provide a much-needed escape. Cancer (June 21-July 22): You can’t have it both ways. This week both business and family may demand your attention and you’ll need to decide which has the greater priority. A close friend could be counted on to come through for you. Leo (July 23-Aug. 22): Don’t get emotionally involved. Someone’s irrational behavior may have you ready to lose your cool this week, but if you can keep your temper in check the solution should become clear. Maintain an objective view of everything. Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): A good chess player anticipates his next move. Make decisions carefully in the week ahead, keeping in mind future events could have an impact on whatever choice you make. Create a pleasant environment. Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22.): Build it to last. As this week unfolds, when you make a commitment to something your word should be as good as gold. Avoid just telling someone what they want to hear, as no one will benefit in the long run. Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Conventional wisdom may not apply. You may not get to the bottom of a problem unless you come up with a creative solution. Put good ideas to work this week, as they’ll do little good stuck in your head. Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Share your thoughts. You may find satisfaction by expressing yourself through creative or artistic outlets this week. Others may gain insight into what makes you tick when you engage them in deep, meaningful discussions. Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Put your own spin on it. While someone else’s methods may not work for you, there may be certain aspects of their ideas that you can put to good use. Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Give a loved one a long leash. Give someone near and dear the space to do what they want in the week ahead. Making too many demands could result in a rebellion. Pisces (Feb. 19-Mar. 20): March to your own beat. What works for everyone else may not work for you this week. Follow your instincts and intuition. Others may mean well, but the advice you receive could steer you in the wrong direction. if October 1 is your birthday: Your romantic nature may be in full swing in the upcoming three to four weeks. You may easily mistake a new friend as a potential lover and lose traction. Wait until December, when your judgment is at a higher level, to make crucial decisions, changes and commitments. Any opportunity that comes your way might be well worth pursuing, especially since your business sense and financial expertise is at a peak in January. In March and by April, you will be poised to find a better job or to receive recognition. True love might be yours as well.