Astrology: Take a look at your daily horoscope

Happy birthday: for Wednesday, Sept. 25. This year, you open up and become more responsive to feelings -- yours and those of others. You have a way with words that draws others toward you. You might not be sure of what could happen if you were more open. If you’re single, a friendship plays a strong role in the formation of a romance. You might encounter two heartthrobs and need to make a choice between them. If you’re attached, this year, the two of you can often be found out on the town or with friends. This year could be significant to your relationship. The emphasis on a goal draws you and your sweetie closer together. LEO makes you laugh.

Aries (March 21-April 19): ★★★★★ Your playful side emerges, allowing you to interact with more humor than usual. You could find others to be difficult with you for a short period, but because of your levity, they lighten up. Tonight: Painting the town red.

Taurus (April 20-May 20): ★★★ Do not push yourself beyond what you can handle. Take in another person’s request and consider whether you can fulfill it. In any case, you will need to stop and handle a personal or domestic matter. Tonight: Slow down at home.

Gemini (May 21-June 20): ★★★★★ Examine what is happening around you. Know what you want, and be willing to continue at the present pace. Understanding helps you flow and flourish with another person’s request. Charge ahead. Follow through on what is needed. Tonight: Speak your mind.

Cancer (June 21-July 22): ★★★ Be more connected to your spending by understanding your limits. You could easily be tempted to go overboard. Walk away rather than getting more tied in. In the long run, you will be happier. Tonight: Recognize when a situation has gone too far.

Leo (July 23-Aug. 22): ★★★★★ You bloom and experience a situation differently at this point in time. A friend or child could be quite inspired by your choices. Be more direct dealing with this person. Recognize that fatigue might be playing a role in your day. Tonight: Whatever puts a smile on your face.

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): ★★★ Continue to lay back. What is going on around you might be provocative on some level. You know what it is you want and desire. Brainstorm with someone who is in the know. Many ideas pop. Tonight: Lie back.

Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): ★★★★★ You feel on top of the world. You might be eyeing a problem that surfaced today. You know you can and will handle it. Allow others to contribute to a project that you might be doing. Why not join friends? Tonight: Acting as if there is no tomorrow.

Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): ★★★★ You might want to rethink an issue that has been bothering you. Out of the blue, you see a solution. Your willingness to discuss and brainstorm has permitted this insight. Recognize the power of brainstorming with others. Tonight: Out to the wee hours. Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec.

21): ★★★★ If others seem to disagree, pull back and walk in their shoes. You might gain an understanding of where they are coming from. Finding a solution becomes far easier with that knowledge. Others sense your understanding. Tonight: Try a new, fun spot.

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): ★★★★ One-on-one relating is highlighted. You are able to achieve a long-term goal. You know what it is you want, and with the help of a partner or associate, you will achieve just that. Try not to be overly serious. Tonight: Be a duo.

Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): ★★★★ Others seem to make the first move no matter what is going on. The way you see a situation could transform because of a discussion. Note a tendency to be a little negative. Relax, and follow the path of a more upbeat person. Tonight: As you like it.

Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20): ★★★★ Defer to another person. He or she might need to take the lead to feel good about themselves and to reinforce their abilities. Let this happen. A friend could be touchy. Tonight: Do not push.

Born today: Actor/rapper Will Smith (1968), actor Michael Douglas (1944), actress Heather Locklear (1961)