HOROSCOPE

Aries ( March 21- April 19): Stay with what you’re going through. Avoid the mindless activities that distract you from your thoughts and feelings. There’s nothing in your mind that you need to fear.

Taurus ( April 20- May 20): From ice cream to remote control, there will be readily available pleasures. But what soothes one moment could harm the next.

Gemini ( May 21- June 21): Novelty is a necessity and can keep creativity alive while staving off depression. But too much makes it hard to focus on what matters.

Cancer ( June 22- July 22): Thoughts that travel ever forward are fun to ride. But when you hit thoughts that loop back, or spiral and constrict, it’s best to jump off.

Leo ( July 23- Aug. 22): The clever one who showed you the ropes has already been repaid with a helping high. Pay it forward.

Virgo ( Aug. 23- Sept. 22): When you get stuck, forget about who you are and your role/ story/ brand. Forget the nouns; just do the verb.

Libra ( Sept. 23- Oct. 23): Those constantly signaling their own superiority are actually sending out a clear indicator of insecurity. Embrace it, realizing the extra care that everyone needs.

Scorpio ( Oct. 24- Nov. 21): It’s easy to discern your preferences, easier to criticize efforts that don’t meet the standard. It’s harder to ID the root of one’s insecurity.

Sagittarius ( Nov. 22Dec. 21): The way you tell a story will make a difference in how you are perceived and indicate where you are in your personal evolution.

Capricorn ( Dec. 22- Jan. 19): Inside each problem is an opportunity to learn. The opportunity will be hard to spot, though; it helps to have an observant friend around to point it out.

Aquarius ( Jan. 20- Feb. 18): Your dream is bigger than the gatekeepers keeping you from it. If it’s hard to make things happen, consider what you can change.

Pisces ( Feb. 19- March 20): You’ll f ind charm in natural sights and sounds. If the natural world seems far removed, turn to your own beautifully wild nature.

Today’s birthday ( Sept. 28): You’ll get cosmic gifts you would not have thought to ask for and be delighted by a strange twist in November. You’ll provide for your inner circle and be regarded as a leader. You’ll sell a highticket item in February. In May, promises will be made and deals struck, and there’s release from unwanted obligation. Scorpio and Pisces adore you. Your lucky numbers are: 8, 17, 30, 22 and 48.

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