Horoscope

ARIES (March 21-April 19): Follow the same instructions youre planning to dish out to others today. Demonstrating your diligence not only earns the respect of your colleagues, it does amazing things for your own self-esteem, too. Give your best to a worthy endeavor and others are inspired to do the same. What one person lacks another can make up for now, creating precision through a balance of weaknesses and strengths. As counterintuitive as it sounds, independence can be the starting point of teamwork. TAURUS (April 20-May 20): A keyword to keep in mind today is inclusion. Theres room for many differences to fit under one umbrella, and what makes each unique can be as important as what unites them. Whether its a group of co-workers, family members, or a bunch of your own personality traits that could benefit from being organized and unified, the same operational principle is applicable. All working together for a common cause is mightier than each plugging away solo.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Break the mold in an imaginative manner today. Constraints that are stifling creativity can be expanded without utterly defying rules or completely overturning traditions boat. Experimentation enables you to bust through a barrier and lead to a new way of doing things thats long overdue in the big picture.

CANCER (June 21-July 22): An unlikely encounter may trigger a craving for more excitement in your world. This fascinating interaction inspires you to reconsider your priorities now. Ironically, you might search for an objective outsider for advice and end up face to face with someone you know very well. Or it could play out with genuine surprise when scrolling through social media or conversing online, you discover a friend shares one of your interests. Either way, its delightful to realize you may have found a perfect companion for an amazing adventure.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): You need more than wishes to transform an idea into something tangible. But a well-considered wish is a terrific starting point for a plan of action to be set in motion. The sum total of recent events may prove to be more than what each occurrence on its own face value would suggest. Visualize with vivid detail what you want to see happen. Even one small step taken in that direction helps aim creative energy toward manifestation of your vision. VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Choose your battles wisely. Or even better, temporarily opt out of fighting at all. Its not always necessary to aggressively pursue success or to vehemently defend every one of your positions. Sometimes its downright essential to unplug and unwind if you hope to skirmish at your best on another day. Trust that you know when its okay to let another person hold down the fort for a while. Relish a few bites of lifes sweetest fruit.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Once you claim intellectual territory as your own, its tough to give away even a little piece of it. But if trying to safeguard all your original inspirations has become a cumbersome task lately, take a deep breath and let some of your unfinished mental masterpieces go. All the psychic real estate thats truly essential is enough solid ground on which to plant your own two feet. Beyond that, allow generosity to be the principle that guides. SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): You may not want to admit it but if you slice your attention in too many directions, its bound to become too thin to be effective. Divide chores into manageable steps today, and deal with each on its own terms. Do the same with pleasurable pursuits to make the most of your enjoyment. Instead of attempting to consume an entire pie at once, focus on savoring one sweet morsel at a time.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): As one chapter ends or one victory is declared, youre already looking toward the distant horizon. However, its a good idea to spend a little time processing closure or reveling in a success. To make the most of any future moment, it pays to first fully embrace the richness of the here-and-now. In fact, this self-reflection can be integral to ensuring that the next path chosen isnt a roundabout or dead-end street.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Your yearning for authenticity is sincerely heartfelt. Youre not interested in any of the game-playing that others might attempt to lay upon your doorstep. Your interior atmosphere is cool and casual today. Engage in any activity that makes you feel emotionally safe and physically grounded. And only ask someone to join you if you truly want their company.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): A connection with nature means something different to each individual you encounter, just as your own sense of relation to the natural world is uniquely your own. Whether you enjoy feeling the earth beneath your feet while on a morning hike or long to relax in a lounger by the side of a lake, spending time communing with nature is restorative to the soul. No matter your preferred method, make healthy rejuvenation a priority.

PISCES (Feb. 19-Mar 20): Whatever is tying up the majority of your attention lately might simultaneously be holding you back more than you realize. Temporarily untangle yourself from the action and view things from a more realistic angle today. It may be obvious that what youre seeing from an up close and personal viewpoint isnt the full picture. An objective lens is just the tool necessary for restoring order and regaining clarity. Perception is reality.