Today’s Birthday (12/16/15)

Personal projects flourish this year. Give it everything you’ve got! Domestic renewal over springtime anticipates the year-long social phase. Balance for maximum passion and play. Collaborate.

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 5 — Pay attention to your dreams today and tomorrow. Meditate and stretch. Clarify your direction with friends. It may feel like the world is on your shoulders. Talk with someone you trust. Get support to maintain health.

Taurus (April 20-May 20)

— Today is a 7 — Your team pulls through today and tomorrow. Set your goals high, and believe it can be done. Check public opinion, and discuss what you see possible. Listen to what they want, and work together. Hidden benefits unveil.

Gemini (May 21-June 20)

— Today is an 8 — Career matters emerge for your consideration. Compete for more responsibilities over the next few days. Pass the test by preparing for it. Push your own limitations. Go beyond “reasonable” to “extraordinary.” Let your imagination soar.

Cancer (June 21-July 22)

— Today is an 8 — Plan your calendar today and tomorrow. Travel and romance both look good. Study your options, and schedule priorities. Embark on a bold adventure. Bring along someone interesting and fun.

Leo (July 23-Aug. 22)

— Today is an 8 — You’re gaining valuable resources that you can draw upon later. Go over the numbers in private with your partner. Check out an interesting suggestion. Discover something new.

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)

— Today is a 7 — Get into a fun project. A far-fetched idea might work. Imagine perfection, and get expert assistance. Focus on commonalities. Recent changes can be used for mutual advantage. A new associate could become a valuable partner.

Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)

— Today is a 9 — Fulfill promises over the next two days. Checking tasks off your list feels satisfying. Rely on your schedule, to avoid dropping stuff out. The rules seem to change mid-game. Take a refreshing pause when big commitments are handled.

Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)

— Today is an 8 — Beauty surprises unexpectedly. Love is in the air today and tomorrow. Take time to play with family and friends. Dress with style. A dream could be coming true. Talk about love. Stir up passions.

Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)

— Today is a 7 — Get fully into household projects. The next two days are excellent for interior decoration. Necessity requires creativity. Get into the planning. Arrange safer storage. The two of you can solve anything. Combine two old ideas into one new.

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)

— Today is an 8 — Come to a new understanding. You’re especially clever today and tomorrow. Bargain for what you want. Negotiate and wrangle the best price. Haggle with grace and humor. With creativity, you can realize a dream. Practice your persuasive arts.

Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)

— Today is a 9 — New profits become available today and tomorrow. Take a deep breath and jump in. Stick to your budget. Write your dream like an affirmation. Believe in your team.

Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20)

— Today is a 9 — Handle personal issues today and tomorrow. Conditions are changing in your favor. Action over the next two days depends on your will power. Take charge. You’re ready to make changes. You can have what you go for.