HOROSCOPE

Aries (March 21-April 19): The ego seeks to impose an image of life the way we prefer it, ourselves the way we want to be, other people how we picture them.

Taurus (April 20-May 20): There are always numerous and legitimate reasons why an excellent happening is also terrible and vice versa.

Gemini (May 21-June 21): Whether you don’t like the way you are around someone or you like it so much it’s practically intoxicating, remember, every relationship is a joint venture.

Cancer (June 22-July 22): If you wait until the last minute to get something done, you can bet that a lot will happen fast.

Leo (July 23-Aug. 22): You need to hear kind words from others from time to time. “I love you” goes a long way today.

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Remember the time you tried and didn’t quite make the mark? It’s the reason you’ll succeed today.

Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 23): You just want the other person to feel comfortable, pleased and good about an interaction with you. This desire of yours is, in and of itself, an achievement.

Scorpio (Oct. 24-Nov. 21): When you feel strong and capable, it’s awesome to act in accordance. But there is nothing to gain by acting like this is the case when you don’t really feel it.

Sagittarius (Nov. 22Dec. 21): What is true and natural is also eternal, though it can be disguised as an ending, a beginning or some other plot twist. So don’t fret when the curtain closes on one act. Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): You know what you want, and this makes you magnetically attractive. Brainstorm options.

Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Can love thrive under additional burdens and responsibilities? Yes.

Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20): Loved ones may feel funny about the extra excitement that seems to hang in the air around you, and they may get jealous.

Today’s birthday (May 23): It’s as though the gravity of the Earth changed just for you — you dive and are supported, soul-buoyant with a mood of levity that follows you wherever you go. An enchanting someone will steer you in a new direction. Family secrets will be revealed. Work your numbers differently and you’ll like what happens in September. Virgo and Aquarius adore you. Your lucky numbers are: 8, 3, 39, 21 and 30.

Holiday Mathis writes her column for Creators Syndicate Inc. The horoscope should be read for entertainment.