Horoscope

The stars show the kind of day you’ll have: 5-Dynamic; 4-Positive; 3-Average; 2-So-so; 1-Difficult

HAPPY BIRTHDAY for Monday, Oct. 9, 2017: This year you often overthink situations in an attempt to understand others. You also tend to ask the person in question some unobtrusive questions. Most people will appreciate your interest.

ARIES (March 21-April 19) Pressure builds because others ask questions and you need to repeatedly clarify things. Be patient. You might not understand where the confusion is coming from. Tonight: Trying to straighten out a mess.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) You could be assessing whether an associate is stepping over boundaries. You might want to initiate a conversation and point out what you are observing. Tonight: Avoid a power play.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) You might be asking more questions than you have in the recent past. A friend could view your comments as controlling. Tonight: Iron out a misunderstanding.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) You might think that someone is trying to dominate others. This person is likely to look back on his or her behavior at a later point. Tonight: Clear up a problem on the homefront.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) You could feel as if you are fighting an uphill battle. You might need to take a step back. You might sense that someone is acting in a controlling manner. Tonight: Zero in on what you want.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) You might feel pressured to perform because of a higher-up’s request. You will do your best, and your creativity is likely to challenge others, including this person. Tonight: Go along with a friend’s suggestion.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) You might want to challenge someone who is considered to be an expert. Listen to what is being said, but do not hesitate to present your case as well. Tonight: Take the lead, if need be.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) You might want to make a move but feel as if it isn’t possible. Be aware of someone else’s limitations. Confusion can breed mystery as well as attraction. Tonight: Be as direct as possible.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) You could be thinking of ideas as a key person presents what he or she feels works. Why not work on a compromise? You will discover that you can build a stronger bond. Tonight: Accept a fun invitation.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) How you see a situation could change if you try to identify with an associate’s thinking. Listen to a suggestion more carefully. Tonight: Off to the gym.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) Allow your ingenuity to meet the demands of the day. You can clear up the issue with ease. Tonight: Let the fun and games happen.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) An innate tension could cause a problem with a roommate or family member. Be more direct in how you deal with this person. Tonight: Try to make it an early night.