HOROSCOPE

Aries (March 21-April 19). Words can conceal features and obscure intent and identity. Of course, the voice always gives it away.

Taurus (April 20-May 20). The only difference between repeating actions in exchange for money or for free is money provides an external motivation and free cultivates an internal one.

Gemini (May 21-June 21). The best way to gain a skill is to jump in and figure it out, expecting to mess up a fair amount and learn as you go. Don’t buy the class, just begin the task.

Cancer (June 22-July 22). Adulthood is rife with lies and liars, unnecessary rules and much more falling under the category of “nuance.” Expect it, deal with it, prevail and then reward your own maturity.

Leo (July 23-Aug. 22). Don’t give in to thought processes that spiral downward. Choose optimism and march on.

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) .There are people around whom you feel so comfortable that you inevitably let down your guard and spill the beans. To keep a secret, keep away.

Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 23). You should be proud of your emotional control. You came by it honestly.

Scorpio (Oct. 24-Nov. 21). Signmate Henry Winkler recently claimed the qualities of tenacity and gratitude as his guiding values. Should you do the same, fortune will favor you this evening.

Sagittarius (Nov. 22Dec. 21). If you can spend two-thirds of your day doing what you please, you’re among the truly free.

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19). Your dream team will be those with complementary talents and skills and a wellmatched sense of humor.

Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18). You respect that the others have their own responsibilities and stressors. That’s why you’re careful not to take up more than your share of the airtime. If only all were so conscientious.

Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20). You’re exposed to many kinds of people, some of whom are so much like you that interacting with them will give you a rare vantage into your own life.

Today’s birthday (Oct. 19). You will go out of your way, waste your time and break your budget in the name of friendship. This is how you know you’re doing it right. For your love and generosity, you’ll be meaningfully rewarded beyond your wildest imaginings. Gemini and Aries adore you. Your lucky numbers are: 6, 19, 40, 45 and 38.