If it’s your birthday

You seem to be craving direct experience — reality, rather than virtual reality; creating, rather than consuming; the physical event, rather than the fantasy. Only actual participation will satisfy you, though you must keep in mind that there’s both the perception of risk, and actual risk, involved. That’s OK. It’s dangerous sitting around wishing you could do more. You share a birthday with Ethel Waters, John Candy and Peter Jackson. MARCH 21-APRIL 19 Once you tune into your inner reality, there’s no going back. You can pretend, but that’s not the same as the real thing. What you discover today may provide the basis for many years of learning. Take careful notes in your diary, or write yourself a letter that you open next April. APRIL 20-MAY 20 To the extent that people are struggling, you understand why — and you may be called upon to serve as a sounding board today. This might happen in a group situation where it’s off-topic: at lunch, in an office meeting, or hanging out socially with friends. Be grateful if you can be supportive. MAY 21-JUNE 20 Everyone has the power to heal, especially if they set that as their purpose. Yet this ability is not coming from you; it’s coming through you. It’s important that you recognize this, so you can get out of the way and be of maximum service. When you see a problem, go within and ask for help. JUNE 21-JULY 22 Every now and then, it’s good to ask yourself why you exist. And if you ask sincerely, sometimes life will give you a surprising answer. And sometimes you’ll get an even deeper question, which would be even more precious. Let your mind go to deep places. Your choices will follow close behind. JULY 23-AUG. 22 You have unusual empathy for the struggles of others, though it’s vital that you not make them your own. Listen to what others are going through and be supportive. Yet you’ll be more helpful if you don’t make their burdens your problem. Just your open ear and loving feedback will be helpful. AUG. 23-SEPT. 22 The true art of brilliant writing is editing. This will apply to many facets of your life, though especially to what you are conveying in words. If in written format, revise until the reader has to do no work. If in spoken format, rethink and rehearse until the words flow from your lips. SEPT. 23-OCT. 22 You may need to slow down and take better care of yourself. One secret to wellbeing for Libra is understanding the close relationship between your emotional state and your physical health. One or two early nights, wholesome food and plenty of water will do you a world of good. DEC. 22-JAN. 19 You will be making some important decisions over the weekend. There are those times when you must think of yourself alone. Then there are times when you must consider the impacts of your choices on others, and now is one of them. You can make decisions that work for everyone. JAN. 20-FEB. 18 Most people are accustomed to just about everyone saying something other than what they mean, and meaning something other than what they say. You can be a refreshing change and use your words to convey your feelings accurately. Be gentle, and perhaps understated, though abundantly clear. FEB. 19-MARCH 20 Take a slightly detached view, and in any situation you encounter, ask how you may be of service. You may get an answer; you may not get an answer; in any event, you get to respond how you want to respond. This is excellent practice for hearing, and trusting, your inner guidance.