Astrology: Take a look at your daily horoscope

Happy birthday: for Monday, April 10. This year you have the gift of being able to identify with both sides of an issue. Others might not be sure which point of view you are more likely to agree with. You have much more compassion for others than in the past. If you are single, you could meet a potential suitor in the next six months. Just remember to stay open-minded! If you are attached, your compassion and understanding will benefit your bond. Stop causing disagreements between you and your sweetie, and allow greater closeness to build. LIBRA teaches you how to keep the peace. Aries (March 21-April 19): ★★★★ Positive moments surround a vivid discussion, which encourages you to embrace a change in the status quo. You realize that you can resist all you want, but eventually you will need to bend. Be aware that mixed messages mark the next few days. Tonight: Try not to be provocative. Taurus (April 20-May 20):

★★★ You shoulder a lot of responsibilities that you don’t necessarily have to. Honor a fast change of pace. You might judge a partner as being inordinately pushy. Find out what this person’s intentions are, and then respond accordingly. Tonight: Refuse to get caught up in a power play. Gemini (May 21-June 20): ★★★★★ You might not be in the mood for serious matters, and it will be obvious to those around you. Allow more lightness and humor into your life. Help others to understand that it is up to them to decide how they behave and what choices to make. Tonight: Let the sunshine in! Cancer (June 21-July 22): ★★★ Pressure builds around the homefront. So many offers come forward that you could be overwhelmed by your choices. Know what you want, and don’t hesitate to ask for just that. You might be overwhelmed by someone else’s stubbornness. Tonight: Hang in there! Leo (July 23-Aug. 22): ★★★★★ You have the right words to drive a very hard bargain. Your actions follow your thinking. You are unlikely to take anyone’s attitude, especially if it is not supportive. You have a strong sense of knowing whether you are on the right path. Tonight: Know when to call it a night. Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): ★★★★ Know that you might be overly optimistic about a personal matter. Use caution if this attitude is affecting your finances. Be aware of your limits. Question your ability to fulfill a child’s or friend’s request. Tonight: Make no promises unless you are 100 percent confident. Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): ★★★★ You walk a fine line between reality and a distorted vision. A roommate or family member won’t hesitate to tell you what he or she thinks. You initially could have a negative reaction. Look at the big picture. Tonight: Try to make a long-term desire a possibility. Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): ★★★★ You know when enough is enough, but others might not be able to hear your warning. Act on what you know to be true, despite others’ reactions. Display your innate intelligence and intuition. This combination of traits works well for you. Tonight: Follow a hunch. Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): ★★★★ You are full of getup-and-go. Follow through on a long-term desire. Friends are likely to support you in a meeting where you present a unique idea. Recognize others for supporting you, and let them know how much you appreciate it. Tonight: So what if it is Monday night? Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): ★★★★ You might want to rethink a decision and head in a more appropriate direction. Recognize how many choices you have. Assess whether you need to choose the path that is the most realistic. Listen with care when following through on a decision Tonight: In the limelight. Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): ★★★★ Look at the big picture. Consider what is going to happen next. What are you going to push for? You play a major role in today’s events. When you detach, you’ll see many different routes to your desired destination. Don’t be too set in your ways. Tonight: Follow the music. Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20): ★★★★ Deal with a partner directly, regardless of whether you want to. Remain secure in your judgment of what is going on. A friend might be displaying some excessive or outlandish behavior. Stay on course, and feel secure about your decision. Tonight: Where the action is.

Born today: Actor Steven Seagal (1952), actor Omar Sharif (1932), publisher Joseph Pulitzer (1847)