Raise the level of conversation, Aries

Today’s Birthday: Teamwork realizes dreams this year. Provide your talents. Collaboration increases the results, reach and fun.

To get the advantage, check the day’s rating: 10 is the easiest day, 0 the most challenging.

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) (8) An intellectual phase dawns, with Mercury in your sign. Listen, study, write and express your views.

Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) (6) Prioritize introspection and meditation over the next three weeks. Appreciate ritual and gratitude.

Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20) (8) Team coordination and communication flourishes. Everything you need is in your network.

Aries (March 21-April 19)

(9) Discuss your ambitions with family. Speak with influential people. Raise the conversation level.

Taurus (April 20-May 20) (8) Make long-distance connections. Travel, research and education flourish. Prepare to broaden your horizons.

Gemini (May 21-June 20) (8) Solve problems through logic. A three-week partnership phase begins, with Mercury in Capricorn.

Cancer (June 21-July 22)

(8) Collaborate on solutions. Communicate, compromise and negotiate win-win situations.

Leo (July 23-Aug. 22) (9)

High energy levels propel your actions. Begin a three-week physical power phase. Stay connected with respected coaches.

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) (8)

Use your creativity to share your message. For three weeks, it’s easier to express your feelings and affection.

Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) (7)

Enjoy a domestic phase. Apply creativity to home renovation. Share memories, and invent new family games.

Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) (8) Practice and learn voraciously. It’s easier to express yourself. Communications are wide open.

Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) (9) Pay more attention to finances for three weeks. Use your wits to win. Profit through communication.