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 — Let your adversary win this one. Private conversations help. Luck is on your side. Re-check the data. A mechanical problem could slow things. Truth vies with beliefs. Travel’s better tomorrow. Watch out for sudden and unexpected developments.

Taurus (April 20-May 20) —

Today is a 7 — Something doesn’t ring true. Investigate to get to the bottom. Let someone help. New opportunities beckon. Clear out clutter to make space. Begin a new creative project, and savor it. Express your message. There’s love all around. Soak it in.

Gemini (May 21-June 20) —

Today is a 7 — Abundance leads to overload. Delegate and reschedule. But don’t make assumptions… verify intuition and rumors with facts. You can probably get away with disagreeing with an important person. Your partner comes to the rescue. Generate a little controversy. It could get profitable.

Cancer (June 21-July 22) —

Today is a 6 — At first, it looks like there’s too much work to take off yet. Postpone travel for at least a day. Tackle a huge project. Attitude and context determine how it will go. Take your partner with you. Reschedule a date for after this deadline.

Leo (July 23-Aug. 22) —

Today is a 5 — Think over your options, and be selective. Don’t offer to pay for everything. Indulge your curiosity, and try something new and different. Drop procrastinating, and just do it. New skills lead to new friends. Stay sensitive to a loved one’s point of view.

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) —

Today is a 6 — There’s more money coming in. An important person is having trouble understanding the project. Know what you’re talking about. Make sure you have all the facts. Practice your presentation with friends. Dress slightly more formally than you think necessary. Your partner gets great news.

Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) —

Today is a 7 — Take on new responsibility over the next two days, and study for the test. It could be profitable. Your work feels inspired. Keep to your schedule. Consider new ways, and research options. Play to win, and keep your eye on the ball.

Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) —

Today is a 6 — Plan a vacation, maybe, or business travel. Take advantage of current events to increase your profits, and tap into abundance. Keep it organized. Research for fun bargains, and speculate on different scenarios. You can have a blast without spending a fortune.

Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) —

Today is a 6 — Review your resources to meet the budget. Get into details to save money now and over the long-term. You have big plans, and can generate the funding. Be generous, especially with forgiveness. Let go of old resentments. Surprise your family. They love you.

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) —

Today is a 5 — Errors are part of the creative process. Technical difficulties and changes at work show you where to tune and refine. Let others help over the next two days. Negotiations lead to mutually beneficial compromise. Together, you’re more powerful and convincing than as individuals.

Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) —

Today is a 7 — Finances seem unstable, so avoid big purchases and get down to work. Clean up messes, organize the paper trail, and make sure systems flow. Go for a big prize, and get more than expected. Put in the efforts, and results exceed your wildest dreams.

Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20) —

Today is a 6 — Indulge in family fun and games. Work out a puzzle, take a trip, or hold a tournament. Parties spring up. Take time for love. Serve popcorn and drinks for movie night, or go on a scavenger hunt. Sports and social events provide pleasant surprises.