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 9 — Focus on work you love. Get dressed up, just in case. Good news comes from far away. Meet a key person at a social gathering. Talk about dreams and visions. A female animates your idea. Things could get inspiring. Find agreement where least expected.

Taurus (April 20-May 20)

Today is a 7 — The game you’re playing could take unexpected detours. Review all options before choosing. If too xpensive or grumpy, slow down and rest instead. Focus on a community issue, and personal obstacles seem diminished. Look for hidden benefits. Romantic dreams can come true.

Gemini (May 21-June 20)

Today is a 6 — Collect inspiring and simple ideas for ways to beautify your place. Choose your color palette. Embellish a fantasy with romantic touches. Figure out what style you’d most like, and track down the perfect furnishings. Add soft lighting and candles. Then relax with family.

Cancer (June 21-July 22)

Today is a 7 — If you’re willing to put the work in, you could get lucky. Learn something new about a passion. Surprises could have long-term consequences. Take the next step. Try to keep your ego out of the way. Don’t worry about recognition. Do what you love.

Leo (July 23-Aug. 22)

Today is an 8 — Indulge a romantic fantasy. A lucrative idea could spark. If you can think of ways to make work fun, productivity and satisfaction can rise. Add style and flavor. Keep practicing and learning. Long distance communication clarifies. In a tense moment, love prevails.

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)

Today is an 8 — Continue to decrease the clutter in the coming week. Creative problem solving pays very well. Get the family to help. Romance could interfere with a deadline, however. Hold a steady course. Learn from an expert.

Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)

Today is a 7 — Peace and tranquil productivity suits you fine. Unpredictable events could affect your schedule. Everything turns out well. Love and dreamy fantasies carry you away from the mundane. You can’t help but flirt. Spend time on or near the water. It could get magical.

Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)

Today is a 7 — Unscripted time with friends doesn’t have to be expensive. Invite the gang over for a potluck. Save important decisions and conversations for another day. Enjoy the company without agenda. Let go of worries and pressures. You can feed a lot of people with soup.

Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)

Today is a 7 — Handle detailed preparations for a project that could benefit your career. Learn from a wise friend. Catch up on missed communications. Practice diplomacy. Accept accolades. Increase your comfort level. Order the decorations. Speak about ten percent of what is on your mind.

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)

Today is an 8 — Dream of exotic destinations and intriguing possibilities. Give in to optimism. Spend a little on accessories. Avoid tricks and conflicts. Discover beautiful moments in solitude. Offer encouragement to someone who could use it. Remind a worrier of your love.

Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)

Today is a 7 — Collaborate on family financial tasks. Send one person to the bank while another reviews the budget. Handle paperwork today, and meet to discuss another day. Get familiar with the numbers, and look for ways to cut costs or increase value. You’re making a good impression.

Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20) 

Today is an 8 — Do a good deed for a partner. Everything seems possible… think up an enchanting idea. Together, you can work your way out of a difficult situation. Behind-the-scenes negotiations lead to a sweet deal. Share ideas and dreams. It could even get romantic.