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 — Make an investment (of time or money) for your family’s future. Plant a tree, maybe. You have the confidence for action today and tomorrow. Collaborate with your team. Travel or send someone else ahead. Reach out.

Taurus (April 20-May 20)

Today is an 8— The intensity could seem to increase. Slow down and think, over the next two days. Conclude arrangements and plans. Teamwork is a given. Acquiesce with a partner. Clarify your direction with friends. You gain the upper hand.

Gemini (May 21-June 20)

Today is an 8 — Team projects go well over the next two days, and community participation provides satisfaction. Consolidate your position by handling what you said you would. Your friends are your inspiration. Set up meetings. Together, get a pleasant surprise.

Cancer (June 21-July 22)

Today is a 9 — Focus on your career. The next two days are good for decisions and transformations. Get clear on your aim. What’s the result you want to produce? What’s the most fun you can imagine having? And with whom?

Leo (July 23-Aug. 22)

Today is an 8 — Dream big. Make an interesting discovery about love. Family comes first. Today and tomorrow favor study and research. You’re very persuasive now. Grasp an opportunity, or take a trip. Provide leadership. Speak out.

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)

Today is a 9 — Pay bills and handle financial matters over the next two days. Wheeling and dealing may be required, or a decision. Provide well for family. Your communications get farther than expected. Talk about love.

Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)

Today is a 9 — Go along with a decisive person who agrees with you. Together, you can commit to what you want, despite fears. Your money goes farther today. Negotiate for the long run. Listen graciously, and study the situation. Secrets get revealed.

Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)

Today is an 8 — It’s action packed, today and tomorrow. Lurch ahead suddenly. Get back to work, big time. Provide great service, and invoice for it. Imagine where you see yourself in five years, in your perfect fantasy. Nurture health.

Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)

Today is a 7 — Plan some fun for today and tomorrow. Friends offer good advice. Your loved ones encourage you to take on a new challenge. Play around with it, consider from many angles, and choose one. You’re gaining wisdom.

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)

Today is an 8 — Home calls to you today and tomorrow. Get into a domestic project. Use the grapevine to find connections. Pay back a debt. Store resources, and nurture what you have. Play in the garden, and invite friends.

Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)

Today is a 9 — You can absorb and report facts well over the next few days. Clear communications come easily. Hone your persuasive skill. Practice something you love to do. Imagine the professional status you’d like. Romance your competitor and learn.

Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20)

Today is a 9 — The next two days could get busy and profitable. Pay expenses, and stash savings. Invest in your career. Travels or studies can take you farther than imagined. Discovery, exploration and adventure calls. Add it to the budget.