YOUR HOROSCOPE

Birthday Gal:

Actress Lauren Lapkus was born in Chicago today in 1985. This birthday gal played Susan Fischer on “Orange Is the New Black” and Benita Spire on “House of Lies.” She’s played numerous roles on “Comedy Bang! Bang!” and has appeared on episodes of “Another Period,” “Clipped,” and “Key and Peele.” Her film work includes “Opening Night,” “Jurassic World,” and “The To Do List.”

Aries (March 21-April 19):

Excel by rousing others to do their very best. You can say the right thing to get others to work with you. Share ingenious ideas with close friends and colleagues to develop something beneficial.

Taurus (April 20-May 20):

Don’t sell yourself short. Your opinions are valuable. Work with others rather than working against them. Become part of a team and follow their suggestions to achieve a worthwhile goal.

Gemini (May 21-June 20):

Your strength lies in family bonds even if sometimes they create headaches. Use your intelligence to sort out worthy goals from unrealistic aims. Discard the ideas that are not worth pursuing.

Cancer (June 21-July 22):

You may yearn to learn. Knowledge will flow as easily as water runs downhill. You may gather insights or intimate details that will help you get to the essence of a crucial matter.

Leo (July 23-Aug. 22):

The only things worth having are the things you work hard to get. If you have already worked hard you deserve to enjoy whatever you have earned. Take pride in a steady stream of accomplishments.

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22):

Fire becomes brighter when it spreads. Share your ideas with those who count. Exchange thoughts and brainstorm until a successful plan of action develops. Be on your best behavior at home.

Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22):

Play to win. Social situations in a business setting may seem to be a mere distraction, but you will profit by being in the right place at the right time. Remain on your toes and don’t miss an opportunity.

Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21):

Work hard, play harder. Your mental acuity can be put to good use and make a lasting impression. A special someone might want to understand your innermost secrets or to share your day.

Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21):

Don’t take cross words personally. If you focus fully on moneymaking activities you won’t have time to take offense at a few criticisms. A loved one can offer an inspired solution.

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19):

You aim to win the game at any cost. You are challenged by an intensely ambitious streak. Concentrate on being more generous and sensitive and others will help you achieve your dreams.

Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18):

Flaunt the “know” in innovation. You can easily use unconventional methods to get a job done or to implement new options. Gather all the pertinent facts before you act.

Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20):

Two heads are better than one. Put your hand on someone’s shoulder for support rather than risking going out on a limb all by yourself. Someone can help you make a confident change.

If September 6 is your birthday:

You can’t have dreams and aspirations that are too big throughout the next two to three weeks. Write down your ideas for future use. Slow down and maintain a low profile in October. That is a month to avoid initiating anything of prime importance and to work very hard to avoid criticism or censure. In December and January you might be chasing that well known wild goose, either with a new love interest or financial scheme. Along the way you will find something of value. Wait until February to make crucial decisions when you will have the benefit of wise advice from friends and co-workers. That is when you can regain lost ground and may be offered a beneficial opportunity.