TODAY’S HOROSCOPE

IF DEC. 8 IS YOUR BIRTHDAY:

Uncertainty will lead to questioning. The push-pull that you experience will save you from making a mistake and encourage you when the time is right. If you follow your instinct and do your due diligence, you will find the path that is right for you. Assess relationships and cultivate trustworthy alliances.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 23-Dec. 21):

Impulse needs to be tamed if you want to come out on top. Refuse to be taken in by an embellished sales pitch. “Me time” will help you regenerate.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19):

Consider your needs and follow through with your plans. Getting involved with youngsters or taking up a creative hobby will bring you the pleasure you’ve denied yourself in the past.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 19):

Go directly to the source and investigate what’s possible and what’s out of reach. Problems with a loved one will surface if you are judgmental. Offer others the same freedom you expect in return.

PISCES (Feb. 20-March 20):

If you attend a gathering, you’ll be offered exciting concepts. A community event will enrich your life. The people you fraternize with will encourage personal growth. Romance is in the stars.

ARIES (March 21-April 19):

Evaluate your emotional wellness and consider what you can do to improve the status quo. Relationships will take work, compromise and understanding. Make a positive change and see what happens.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20):

If you say what’s on your mind, positive change will take place. Letting others know how you feel will open up a fruitful discussion.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20):

Venture out by yourself if you need to get something done. Someone will take advantage of you if you are too accommodating. Do your own thing.

CANCER (June 21-July 22):

A positive change is heading in your direction. If you are aggressive in your pursuits, you will get your way and get things done. Romance is on the rise.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22):

Don’t share too much information, or you may end up being talked about behind your back. Listen and sit tight until you are fully prepared to make a move.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22):

You’ll shine, so don’t shy away from saying what’s on your mind and presenting what you want to do next. You can make money and form lasting partnerships. Romance looks promising.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23):

Take care of your and others’ responsibilities. Whether it has to do with you or someone close to you, you are best off clearing up whatever needs to be done.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 22):

Jump into action. You can accomplish a lot if you are ambitious. A loved one will pitch in and help if you ask. Offer a reward or romantic incentive.

Dear Clueless: They handle it by choosing their battles carefully. I think it’s important that you ask yourself why anything your ex says would make you feel like a second-class citizen. He appears to have moved on more quickly than you have. Concentrate your efforts on expanding your horizons, and you will find anything he might say will be far less important to you.

Dear Abby: I’m a public school teacher with a word of advice to parents who wonder why their children misbehave, argue with them and act out: Put Down Your Cellphones And Pay Attention To Them!

I just finished a parentteacher conference with a mother whose children argue, pout and scream when she tells them to do something at home. Her children are not disabled, nor do they demonstrate these behaviors in my classroom. During the entire meeting, that woman texted on her phone.

The next time I meet with someone who pulls that, I’ll

Dear Vent: I agree the mother was disrespectful. It prevented you from effectively giving her information about her child.

As great a benefit as technology has been to society, it appears to be a double-edged sword. While it fosters communication, it has kept parents from bonding with their toddlers and young people from learning to effectively communicate face-to-face. I cannot stress enough the importance of people finding a balance so they can form healthy relationships.