Fact and fantasy clash, Libra

Today’s Birthday: Good fortune comes through communication this year. Follow your heart with persistence and determination.

To get the advantage, check the day’s rating: 10 is the easiest day, 0 the most challenging.

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) (8) Use the next two days to forge ahead professionally. Find opportunities worth investigating. Anticipate hidden benefits from changing conditions.

Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) (8) Studies and investigations heat up. You may learn more t han you wanted to know. Fact and fantasy clash. Proceed with caution, or risk breakage.

Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) (7) Review plans and budget to grow your shared accounts. Together, you each get farther than you would on your own.

Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) (8) Be receptive to a partner’s ideas. Compromise on a solution that works for both. You won’t need to defer gratification forever.

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) (9) A physical barrier or challenge requires resolution. Don’t try to force things. Listen to your body, and stop when it says.

Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) (7) Relax and pursue a favorite passion. Old assumptions get challenged. Strike out in a new direction. Gather tools and supplies.

Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20) (7) Domestic comforts draw you in for a few days. Don’t take on any new challenges yet. Decrease stress, and enjoy simple pleasures.

Aries (March 21-April 19) (7) You’re especially brilliant with words. Consider different views before taking actions that could be misconstrued.

Taurus (April 20-May 20) (9) There’s extra money to be made over the next few days, although a formidable barrier blocks the path. You can see what’s not working.

Gemini (May 21-June 20) (9) Inspiration could provoke you to burn the candle at both ends. Pursue an innovative idea without dropping other responsibilities; including sleep.

Cancer (June 21-July 22) (6) Think things over. Slow down and consider options. Drop excess baggage. Avoid conflicts between love and money.

Leo ( July 23-Aug. 22) (8) Team collaboration makes a difference, especially with a formidable obstacle. Work may interfere with play; stay in communication.