Horoscope

ARIES (March 21-April 19): There appears to be a clear path from your current location to your ultimate destination. You see no reason to dilly-dally and are eager to head out without a backward glance. However, you could inadvertently walk right into a trap unless you cool your jets and review your plan one more time. The possibility of freedom can act like an intoxicant today, tricking you to jump before you fasten your parachute. TAURUS (April 20-May 20): It's a special gift when you can sink deeply into your feelings without experiencing the anxiety that usually accompanies uncertainty. Thankfully, your current self-confidence gives you the support you need in order to address a subject of concern that's bothering you. Nevertheless, you still might miss a significant piece of the story until a sudden detour in your conversation delivers the truth. GEMINI (May 21-June 20): You can't help but sport a smile today because so many signs are pointing toward your success. At least that's what you might think if you believe everything you are told. Although you don't want to accept the truth before you verify it, your research won't likely turn up any surprises. You may ultimately choose to forge ahead with your plans, but remain flexible enough to modify them if you must. CANCER (June 21-July 22): You might surprise your co-workers with your uncharacteristically freewheeling style today. It may appear as if you've thrown caution out the window, but you're actually more careful than anyone realizes. Although your current positivity does not invite reckless behavior, it does encourage you to make the most of a situation while it lasts. Theologian Paul Tillich wrote, He who risks and fails can be forgiven. LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): It feels as if you can't miss in whatever endeavor you pursue now; all you need to do is state your intention and wait for it to manifest. However, nothing could be further from the truth. Setting your goals is actually the easy part today, and without relentless follow-through your thoughts will be for naught. General Colin Powell wrote, A dream doesnt become reality through magic; it takes sweat, determination and hard work. VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): You're caught between two extremes today, trying to avoid making unilateral choices. On one hand, you have your finger on the truth and you want to shout it from the mountaintops. On the other hand, you're not eager to leave home, no less make a public spectacle of yourself. However, this internal struggle is unnecessary, no matter how critical it seems in the moment. LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Maintaining your forward progress is nearly impossible now, especially if you are easily distracted by other people's dramas. Although you wish you could pursue every conversation to its natural conclusion, your packed calendar doesnt leave much room for spontaneity. Your day would be boring if you simply ignored others, but theres a price to pay for all of your social activity. You could run into a wall unless you preemptively cut back the number of your appointments. SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Your long-term prospects are promising as you assess your present position and your planned trajectory. Although you may have particular concerns, your current actions seem to support your professional ambitions. However, you might question your role on a team that works independently of your agenda. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): The open road stretches out before you; you have your map, a full tank of gas and enough time on your hands to create a bit of mischief. Although you dont have a specific goal in mind, youre not sure you need one now. After all, its all about the journey and not the destination. Nevertheless, you can only drive around in circles for so long until boredom strikes, inspiring you to break out of the rut and move on to the next phase of your travels. CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): You're quite content being alone now, especially if it means you can work at your own pace free from distractions. Nevertheless, you may get hooked into a conversation that turns weird today, causing you to retreat even further. Be as kind as possible when reasserting your need for space. Empowerment coach Crystal Andrus writes, Do not justify, apologize for, or rationalize the healthy boundary you are setting. Do not argue. Just set the boundary calmly, firmly, clearly, and respectfully. AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Staying in the here and now is tricky business because your mind keeps bounding off into the future. A wide variety of choices stretch out before you today, and you're acutely aware that your current decisions will determine where you go. Nevertheless, pulling your thoughts back into the present is so confining that you slip off to escape into parallel worlds and unrealistic fantasies. However, the intersection of fact and fancy is where creation occurs. PISCES (Feb. 19-Mar 20): You are driven to succeed at work now and wont allow mundane obstacles to slow you down. Creating a path to the top of your profession is one way of distinguishing yourself from the crowd. However, you are not interested in pie-in-the-sky dreaming today; you want a concrete action plan, a comprehensive timeline, and solid commitments from your coworkers, too. All the planning in the world will be for naught unless you do something with it. Helen Keller wrote, Life is either a daring adventure or nothing.