JACQUELINE BIGAR

Your Horoscope for Wednesday, October 2

ARIES (March 21-April 19) ★★★★ You become more assertive as the day grows older. You might be looking at the possibility of a trip in the near future. A partner could be edgy and somewhat difficult.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) ★★★★ Allow a partner or associate to have greater say in a project. As you loosen up and let go, he or she becomes not only easier but also more confident.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) ★★★★★ Defer to others. You have such a strong personality; it’s important that the other party feels acknowledged. Your creativity emerges when you relax and have less on your mind.

CANCER ( June 21-July 22) ★★★★ You have a lot going on. Clear what you must, but take some time to think through a personal issue or an anger issue.

LEO ( July 23-Aug. 22) ★★★★★ Your imagination fills in the gaps in a conversation or situation. You might want to share some of your thoughts with a friend. Express your ideast.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) ★★★ Tension builds quickly. You might want to focus on a domestic matter in order to clear it. You need another to work through a problem.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) ★★★★ You have a lot of energy but might not be sure how to direct it. You might want to stop and reflect on where this additional energy would be best focused.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) ★★★★ You could be tired of hearing the same conversation over and over. Ask more questions to help direct this conversation to what’s relevant to you.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) ★★★★★ Let the good times happen. At first, you might resist a friend’s suggestion or an idea that stems from a meeting. Go with it.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) ★★★★ Reach out for a respected friend, family member or associate. Make plans for a late lunch to discuss certain matters. A boss could be difficult or in a mood.

AQUARIUS ( Jan. 20-Feb. 18) ★★★★ When dealing with someone who’s in charge, listen to your inner voice. This person might suggest which direction to head to support a major initiative.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) ★★★★★ You might have a vision that’s quite unique. How you deal with this idea depends on who your confidants might be. You have a lot of activities around you.

HAPPY BIRTHDAY (Oct. 2) This year, you’ll experience an enormous amount of energy. How you use this extra push depends on your goals. If you’re single, others find you unusually attractive.