Horoscope

Happy Birthday (Oct. 21): Take time to do your research and to think matters through before you make irreversible changes. This is a year to consider every aspect of the situations that unfold and to put everything in its place before you make a commitment. That doesn’t mean you should procrastinate. Your numbers are 4, 10, 16, 23, 31, 40, 49.

Birthday Baby: You are unique, intelligent and personable.

Aries (March 21-April 19): Don’t lose sight of your long-term plans. Responsibilities can weigh you down, causing you to accomplish less. Don’t get angry; get moving. ★★★

Taurus (April 20-May 20): Note what others are doing before you make a move. Strive for symmetry and what works well and will keep the peace with those you love and care about. ★★★★ Gemini (May 21-June 20): Consider what you can do to improve your income and get along better with peers or those who can make a difference to your lifestyle or professional goals. An energetic approach to making improvements will ward off unwanted interference. ★★

Cancer (June 21-July 22): Get in the game. If you want things to happen, become the instigator. Make suggestions and follow through with your plans; others will pitch in and help. A change in your relationship with someone special will make your life better. ★★★★★

Leo (July 23-Aug. 22): Bide your time and keep a watchful eye on what others do and say. Take notes and fact-check what’s being implied to ensure you don’t get or offer the wrong impression. ★★★

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Interact with people you can learn from. A gathering of old friends or relatives will be revealing with regard to the past and how it has influenced your life and your current situation. ★★★

Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Get involved in events that will require thought, energy and challenge you to be your best. The outcome will be a boost of confidence and a feeling of accomplishment. ★★★

Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): How you look and feel will depend on fitness, diet and how well you tend to get along with others. Do your best and you won’t be disappointed with the results you get. Romance is featured. ★★★★★

Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): No one knows you better than you know yourself. Don’t share your inner thoughts, fears or secrets with anyone. Listen more and talk less. ★★

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): You’ll come across some interesting leads regarding promotions, work and things you would like to do in the future. A change at home will help ease stress. ★★★★ Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Do what’s right, regardless of what others do. If someone doesn’t like your attitude, walk away. It’s better to play it safe than to be sorry. Put more into health and fitness, not indulgence. ★★★

Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20): Trust and believe in your ability to get things done and to convince others to help you. You can bring about positive change if you are strategic in the way you go about implementing it. ★★★