For Monday, Oct. 11

Optimism is ours as the day begins with a fortunate sextile between the upbeat Sagittarius Moon and lucky Jupiter. Though this might bring a mellow and relaxed atmosphere, we could still find ourselves wanting to buckle down and get to work when the Moon moves into practical Capricorn at 1 :1 5 p.m. EDT. Dreaming often comes before doing, though, so there’s no need to feel guilty about less productive moments. Everything, even resting, has an important part.

ARIES MARCH 2 1 -APRIL 1 9

A friend could have a lot to say about a great book or blog they’ve been reading lately, and you shouldn’t gloss over this conversation. This could be just the hot tip you need to freshen your intellectual life — it might even help you professionally as well.

TAURUS APRIL 2 0 -MAY 2 0

Don’t be afraid to get in touch with your inner depths now. While you may sometimes prefer to keep things on a practical level, exploring a more confusing part of your emotions could be just what you need. Chew on any new insights to figure out how they fit into your larger worldview.

GEMINI MAY 2 1 -JUNE 2 0

Someone may come to you for advice today, and you could be delighted with the opportunity to strut your intellectual stuff! That said, you can probably learn something from the encounter too, so don’t let your ego get in the way. The biggest challenge might be how deep to let this go.

CANCER JUNE 2 1 -JULY 2 2

An arrangement to pool money or property with others may currently help you achieve results you wouldn’t be capable of on your own, but it will still take effort on your part. You could particularly gain from improving your relationship with the other people involved.

LEO JULY 2 3 -AUG. 2 2

A close relationship might be in a good place right now, giving you room to have fun and express yourself. The resulting boost to your confidence — in both your creativity and your ability to connect with others — could improve your performance on even your less fun responsibilities.

VIRGO AUG. 2 3 -SEPT. 2 2

Working to beautify your home could be rewarding for you today, as you have an eye for spotting changes that would make your environment more comfortable. You will probably feel better in a space that looks good, but follow your own preferences rather than a decorating guru.

LIBRA SEPT. 2 3 -OCT. 2 2

You might not know what you enjoy when you see it, but you could know it when you say it! A good conversation may help you identify your passions today. Even something that makes you laugh might be an important hint. If you get an insight of this sort, try to work it into your personal life.

SCORPIO OCT. 2 3 -NOV. 2 1

Positive developments in your domestic life could help you see the value in spending more money there. Your investment, in turn, might result in you having even more of whatever’s going well for you. Furthermore, if you wind up where curious neighbors can see you, get to know them better.

SAGITTARIUS NOV. 2 2 -DEC. 2 1

A big conversation could be really rewarding for you today. Bringing your emotional experiences into the discussion in a way that’s constructive rather than disruptive can help you find the validation of being heard. Listen attentively to the other person’s contributions as well.

CAPRICORN DEC. 2 2 -JAN. 1 9

You may think you know what you value in life, but there could still be things you take for granted. Use your time today to think about any assumptions you have that may not be as universally shared as you think they are. The act of making thoughtful choices and having informed opinions can help you.

AQUARIUS JAN. 2 0 -FEB. 1 8

Being comfortable with your identity can help you enjoy connecting with your friends today. True self-confidence, however, includes knowing that your friends won’t abandon you if you need to take a mental health break. Pay attention to your energy levels and take a timeout.

PISCES FEB. 1 9 -MARCH 2 0

Your public visibility could get you the attention of someone who wants to help you, though they might ask to stay private for now. In the long run, this connection will likely be useful for your larger ambitions. For now, though, you may have to maintain discretion about any developments like these.