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

Aries (March 21-April 19)

Today is a 7. Mars, the action planet ruling your sign, enters organized Virgo until Dec. 7. For about six weeks, research and sort information. Take advantage to reduce chaos and clutter. Count your blessings at home. Be realistic about resources. Get methodical.

Taurus (April 20-May 20)

Today is a 6. Jump up a level. Actions speak louder than words; pay close attention to details. Get the family to help. Take a leap of faith, and travel. Keep your objective in mind.

Gemini (May 21-June 20)

Today is a 6. Imagine a fun, profitable adventure. Renovation takes your physical effort. Don’t be intimidated. Do what you promised and create a marvelous illusion. Come up with a plan to have it all over.

Cancer (June 21-July 22)

Today is a 5. Sort the numbers. For about six weeks, education and research play a crucial role. You’re spurred to action. Heed recommendations and warnings. Investigate distant possibilities. Re-assess your assets. Postpone mundane chores while you embrace a big project.

Leo (July 23-Aug. 22)

Today is a 7. Get creative with presentation. Glam it up. You’ll find lots to buy, but earn extra points (and respect) for cutting expenses. Meet your obligations with style. You can do it.

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)

Today is a 6. Trust intuition. Focus on personal growth and partnership. Accept a challenge. Take action on a long-held dream. Some things your friends suggest won’t work. Others set the rules. Combine business and pleasure.

Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)

Today is a 7. Listen to your dreams. It’ll be easier to throw things away. Weed out unused stuff. Create space, and imagine the potential. Fancies turn to love. Your job interferes with playtime. Rely on an organized schedule.

Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)

Today is a 5. You’re keen to understand and learn. Share important data with your team. Don’t give it all away. Take care of family first. Let a partner take charge. Imagine bliss despite confrontation or controversy. Work it out.

Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)

Today is a 5. Consider all possibilities. Advance in your career. Romance sparks creativity to surmount any complications. You’ll also find bargains for your home. Follow a hunch and discover a truth about yourself. Abundance is available.

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)

Today is a 6. Get yourself a little treat. You’ll have severe wanderlust, itchy to start an adventure. Don’t officially begin your project, yet. Wait until it rings true on the practical level. Shop carefully and prepare.

Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)

Today is a 6. You’re inspiring folks. Make plans with great detail to the financials. Move a dream forward. Don’t break the bank. Apply finishing touches to your promotional material. Get ready to launch. Love emerges.

Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20)

Today is a 6. Spend time in contemplation. Increase your efficiency. Delegate as much as possible, and increase physically activity. Partnership aids your work. Add harmonious touches to the project. Write down your dreams and steps to realize them.

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