HOROSCOPE

Aries (March 21-April 19): Just when you thought you knew yourself, you find a strength in what you thought was your weakness.

Taurus (April 20-May 20): Those who make you wait may subconsciously need attention and could even be worried that they are not interesting enough to get attention in other ways.

Gemini (May 21-June 21): You have hopes for a relationship, and you’ll act in accordance — even if the hopes are unspoken or essentially a secret.

Cancer (June 22-July 22): You’re being strategic to accomplish what you believe is the better choice for all.

Leo (July 23-Aug. 22): The people you admire are powerful because they believe in themselves, commit to their work and get fully behind their own goals and projects.

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): The eye trains the mind, and the mind trains the eye. All of life is enhanced by learning to see and create beauty.

Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 23): When a stranger smiles at you, that’s a sign. Easy parking? That’s a sign. It’s all flowing in your favor.

Scorpio (Oct. 24-Nov. 21): The hard jobs are your favorite, especially if they require you to meet new people, make a presentation or learn new skills.

Sagittarius (Nov. 22Dec. 21): Stop and remind yourself what you want, what your goals are, why you’re doing this.

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Even if what you’re saying is transactional and all business, your warmth of tone has heart-healing qualities. Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Eloquence isn’t just about choosing the right words in an organized and poetic order. Say what needs saying and no more than that.

Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20): While there’s nothing technically wrong or bad about returning where you’ve already been, there’s so much that’s new to delight your eyes with!

Today’s birthday (May 25): Contentment and power don’t always go together, but this year your happiness correlates directly with your ability to influence your surroundings. Enjoy the straightforward cosmic exchange of getting what you deserve. Also featured: a brilliant coupling, podcast-worthy conversations and new wheels. Sagittarius and Capricorn adore you. Your lucky numbers are: 9, 30, 40, 13 and 8.

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