HOROSCOPE

Aries (March 21-April 19): If you weren’t trained, it’s not your fault, but the true professional finds a way to get trained nonetheless.

Taurus (April 20-May 20): You agreed. You checked the box. That box included limitations that you are now better off respecting.

Gemini (May 21-June 21): As you mix into the crowd, just remember that all rudeness is essentially weakness or ignorance.

Cancer (June 22-July 22): You’re not looking to blame anyone, though neither would you mind if someone else would step in and take responsibility.

Leo (July 23-Aug. 22): Avoid matters of religion and politics in polite company. Extend the taboo-topics list to finance, health and fashion today.

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): You’ve trepidation about tackling the events of the day, but that won’t stop you.

Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 23): To use the past as a refuge would make you smaller. To use it as your glory would deny the excitement that is to come.

Scorpio (Oct. 24-Nov. 21): Consider changing the goal. A worthy goal is the water that raises all ships.

Sagittarius (Nov. 22Dec. 21): Your success today will depend on your ability to compartmentalize and manage your emotions.

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): It’s not that everyone wants or needs to be included in the shenanigans; it’s just that everyone wants to feel invited.

Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): There’s something new on the horizon that will not fully rise if not for your input. You can’t imagine how important you are to this right now. Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20): Shakespeare suggested, “Better three hours too soon than a minute too late.” In his time, three hours (without a cellphone!) must have been excruciating. You’ll earn many points for a timely arrival.

Today’s birthday (Dec. 9): Maybe it’s because you teach and you give. Or maybe it’s because you rarely complain and find it quite natural to inspire others. Whichever it is, you’ll enjoy a solar return that includes you being very well-liked and well-compensated in all the ways that matter to you. Exciting news comes in May. Travel comes in October. Capricorn and Gemini adore you. Your lucky numbers are: 12, 22, 20, 3 and 33.