Houston Chronicle Sunday

JACQUELINE BIGAR’S HOROSCOPE

For Sunday, Oct. 2, 2016

- King Features Syndicate

ARIES (March 21-April 19)

xxx Defer to others. An unexpected insight could throw you off your game. Try to integrate this thought into your life in a positive way. Anger comes up when dealing with a touchy matter. Use this moment to express what has been on your mind. This week: Do your homework before making a decision. TAURUS (April 20-May 20)

xxxx You’ll create more understand­ing by sitting down and getting to the bottom of an issue. When you see someone close to you go off the deep end, you’ll know that you are missing some informatio­n. Take this person’s anger in stride.

This week: Get to the bottom of a misunderst­anding. GEMINI (May 21-June 20) xxxxx Your playfulnes­s emerges, and as a result, you could have difficulty dealing with a change of pace. You might want to cancel some plans, but you know you need to step up to the plate. A partner will offer to pitch in and help in any way possible.

This week: Get as much done as possible. CANCER (June 21-July 22)

xxxx Defer to someone who you care a lot about. Listen to what is being said. If you can go along with this person’s agenda, everything will flow easily. Be direct in how you handle a combative person; find out what is ailing him or her.

This week: Your zest for living emerges. LEO (July 23-Aug. 22)

xxx The unexpected could throw off your plans. Return calls and check out what is happening beyond the obvious. What you hear could have you thinking that you have missed some important informatio­n. Maintain your sense of humor.

This week: You will want some downtime to do some thinking. VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)

xxx If you need to say “no” to someone, say it in the morning. You’ll be more willing to get past this person’s attitude then, and you’ll be able to turn the situation around. Invite friends to join you at a game or to go off to do some Halloween shopping. This week: Your focus needs to be on better communicat­ion with others. LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)

xxxx Use the morning to regroup and discuss a friend’s or loved one’s unexpected reaction. If you can understand where this person’s behavior is coming from, you probably know more than the person whose behavior you are discussing!

This week: Don’t agree to any financial decisions until later in the week. SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)

xxxx Your moodiness could be getting the best of you this morning. You might be stunned by someone else’s behavior. Read the Sunday paper and relax. By midafterno­on, you’ll feel much more like yourself. Make plans to do whatever you want.

This week: You start the week on a positive note. SAGITTARIU­S (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)

xxxx A child’s playfulnes­s makes you laugh. Go with the moment. Use today to spend time with a loved one and to indulge in a favorite pastime. Keep the mood light and easy, and try not to get involved in an issue that could affect your bond. This week: You do a lot of research Monday and Tuesday. CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)

xxxx You could be looking at a personal matter differentl­y from how those closest to you are. This disparity might be a source of a problem unless you accept these different points of view. Be more accepting rather than try to change anyone.

This week: Move quickly and handle a key matter by Wednesday. AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)

xxxx Your mind drifts to those at a distance and/or plans to take off for the day. You probably need a change of scenery; just go off and do what makes you happy. As a result, you will see how your perspectiv­e changes and how much better you feel. This week: Step up to the plate and accept responsibi­lities. PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20)

xxxx A partner, roommate or loved one wants to dominate your time. Allow this person to express his or her caring and love of your company. In the afternoon, meet a friend halfway at a favorite spot. Forget watching the time. Just enjoy the moment.

This week: You feel as if you need to get past an important restrictio­n. Happy birthday This year your creativity surges, and you seem to have limitless solutions and ideas. Curb a tendency to use this talent with your finances, as you might not always like the outcome. You will be more possessive than in past years. If you are single, you could meet many people of interest in the next 12 months. Follow your instincts, but don’t commit until you are sure that you’ve made the right choice. If you are attached, remember that a marriage is a 50/50 propositio­n. Be aware of your sweetie’s needs, and go along with his or her ideas more often. SCORPIO might surprise you with his or her news.

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