Aries, be on alert, watch for mistakes

Today’s Birthday: Get powerfully organized this year. Reinforce infrastructure. Review accomplishments and plan ventures for launch after April.

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

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) (7) Learn from a competitor. Personal effort pays off over time. It’s easy to spend … don’t touch savings.

Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) (7) Talk about what you love and the conversation expands (with Mercury in your sign). Write your story.

Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20) (6) Revise your plans. It’s not a good time to travel. Keep your positive outlook. Having a meticulous partner helps.

Aries (March 21-April 19) (8) Don’t take on any more work yet. Watch out for mistakes. Consider an upcoming job from all angles before.

Taurus (April 20-May 20) (7) It could seem like everything’s falling apart. Resume your leadership role. Figure out how to fix what’s broken.

Gemini (May 21-June 20) (6) Confusion reigns. Take charge. Changes are required. Get organized and discover forgotten treasure.

Cancer (June 21-July 22) (5) Don’t take financial or physical risks today. Work takes precedence. Track the budget. Make travel plans, but don’t leave yet.

Leo (July 23-Aug. 22) (6) Rely on technical experts. Brainstorm in creative collaboration. Read plans and instructions.

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) (7) Don’t let a change destroy your domestic tranquility. Hold out for what you really want. Don’t be hasty.

Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) (8) Learn new tricks, with Mercury in Aquarius. Practice and discuss your hobbies, sports and passions.

Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) (5) Wait for a better time to throw a party. For about three weeks, with Mercury in Aquarius, domestic harmony is top priority.

Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) (5) Pause here. Note a controversy that’s in process. Offer advice only if asked. Patiently listen to all considerations.