Horoscope

ARIES (March 21-April 19): At times, you may feel like a cue ball today, ricocheting around the pool table of life. However, it’s hard to guess where you’ll wind up when the game is over. When at the mercy of events, you’re challenged to simply perform at your best with the information and resources you have on hand at any given moment. As evening hours roll around, more self-determination seems possible and you’ll be ready to go in whatever relaxing direction your heart leads.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): It’s very possible that the charm of your own personality can be just the stabilizing factor that’s required today. Bring your own special brand of situational awareness to a meeting or a family discussion. Your insight into what makes each individual tick is useful when assessing how a job might best be tackled or a problem solved. Use your natural talent for unifying contradictory and diverse factors into a functional whole to inspire teamwork. If security is what you’re after, be a calming influence. GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Everything seems jolly good until you get to the fine print today. Unfortunately, some restrictions or limitations that change the game for you may be hidden from your view. You’re not one for being fenced in by anyone else’s rules. But if this is a case where the sacrifice of some liberties is necessary to ensure procurement of the outcome you desire, you might decide to go along with the flow. Of course, you want to make that decision on your own, fair and square.

CANCER (June 21-July 22): It could be useful to examine your resistance today if you’re hesitant to make a request for something different. Maybe your difficulty stems from your natural shyness or a childhood incident that’s left its mark. In either case, you might not want to disturb the status quo now. In personal affairs or professional activities, a concern cannot be addressed if it goes unvoiced. Take a deep breath and speak your mind.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): On an intellectual level, you can see that there are more than a few acceptable methods to do a job. But emotionally, you can’t help but feel that your preferred strategy is far and away the best. Avoid impulsively jumping into an argument where your stance is basically, my way or the highway. Instead, pause to ask yourself if this battle is really worth the drain on your energy or the hard feelings that may result. Make a conscientious decision to put kindness first. VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): You delight at the improvement to efficiency that occurs when everything is mapped out for you by computer. On the other hand, you might simultaneously be surprised by how much you miss the logistical challenge of creating a plan on your own. Convenience has its cost and there’s no standing in the way of progress. But that doesn’t mean you can’t tip your hat to the sheer pleasure of finding a solution the old-fashioned way. Personal involvement magnifies your level of satisfaction.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): You're restless to create change and can't help but wonder why everyone else isn't feeling the same frustration. Although you may not be able to find too many reasons to support the status quo, there is a lack of terrific alternatives floating about today. In fact, doing the best you can with things as they are just might be the only game in town for now. Fortunately, you can benefit from practicing patience until something better comes along. SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): A situation that has its own built-in safeguards allows you to lower your defenses. Knowing that there’s an ultra-secure foundation underpinning an endeavor promotes courage and confidence. This kind of positive energy can serve you well in professional endeavors, personal pursuits, and on your path to self-discovery. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Sparring against a worthy opponent might bring out the best of your talent today. It’s when competition is stiff that performance matters most. Of course, it’s natural to want to win, but the extra spur that puts you over the finish line could be your passionate desire to prevail at all costs. Whatever the outcome, it is classy if both parties can shake hands and respect the grit each has shown in a battle well fought.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): The idea that there’s a mystery you cannot solve can be a source of annoyance today. You prefer everything out in the open; when nothing is hidden, there are no surprises. But this type of transparency might be closer to a dream than a reality. Some things seem to defy rational explanation, no matter the angle from which there examined.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Recognition and responsibility come to you in nearly equal proportions today. It’s pleasant to receive kudos for a job well done but it can be tiring to shoulder the increased obligations that accompany success. Luckily, more than one supporter is standing by, eager to lend a hand if asked. Set aside any egoism that discourages you from acknowledging how nice it could be to have some assistance. PISCES (Feb. 19-Mar 20): Group dynamics flow phenomenally well today. The positivity emanating from your aura encourages cooperation all around. You are capable of dishing out instructions, and just as able to follow along with another’s plan when its time. You can be proud of an idea, product, or creation when an equal amount of give-and-take helps to bring it into tangible form. The same compatibility that unifies a group together in toil, can unite them socially, too. Some new friendships may be in the making if you’re willing to share the spotlight.