Horoscopes

Aries (March 21-April 19): Your social skills are on point. Your casual interactions will bring just the information and connection you want. Your success secret is to keep your heart light and your conversations brief.

Taurus (April 20-May 20): You might be surprised at the difference you make doing regular old things. Just showing up consistently to your various routines makes the world go around with better vibes than it would have without you.

Gemini (May 21-June 21): People are more fragile than they look. It’s a paradox: Most need tenderness, and so few are strong enough to consistently give it to others. Deal delicately today.

Cancer (June 22-July 22): You assume a high level of responsibility. At first, it may be more than you can handle, but like a hermit crab with a brand new shell, you’ll quickly grow into the position.

Leo (July 23-Aug. 22): Though you’d gladly sacrifice for your loved ones, help can sometimes be a hindrance. Step back and make room for a person to find strength. Good boundaries bring the best possible outcome for all.

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Just because you like a person doesn’t mean you want to do everything together. You’ll make subtle assertions of your autonomy so as not to hurt anyone’s feelings.

Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 23): You’ll meet new people. Context will matter enormously, especially how you are introduced and by whom. Put thought into this and visualize the way you want it to go.

Scorpio (Oct. 24-Nov. 21): Deciding isn’t the hard part. Doing isn’t that hard either once you’re in motion. Most of the challenge is in that first step. Initiative takes energy, courage and, in today’s case, the help of a friend.

Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): There’s distance between you and some of the people you love, but take heart. When you do connect, things like miles and years will be mere trivialities of the universe.

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Your parent’s philosophy is not like yours, and the next generation sees it differently, too. It’s useful what you learn by extending your intellect to realms you don’t agree with.

Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): The things people say will impact you, but not quite as much as what flies from your own lips, which will somehow be a complete surprise. The subconscious can be unpredictable at times.

Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20): The one who has your heart also has your schedule. There’s a nervy intensity in play here. You may privately grapple with a sense of boundaries. No one likes to feel controlled, even by their favorite people. Today’s birthday (SEPT. 14):

Your cosmic birthday present is a keen awareness of what is good for you. Because of this, you will be sharpened by your work, grounded by your own sweat and effort and calmed by your worship. You’ll receive kindness, and even devotion, from the one whose attention means the most to you. Scorpio and Pisces adore you. Your lucky numbers are: 6, 14, 2, 22 and 18.