Today’s Birthday (06/06/16). Your family holds priority this year. Efforts now provide long-term dividends. Partnerships thrive with steady support. A two-year phase of fun, passion and romance begins in September, with eclipses favoring home renovations and career changes. February eclipses highlight shifting conversations and career opportunities. Follow your heart.

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 five — A school project has your focus. Add beauty where it’s needed. Group efforts bear fruit now. Pamper your family with tasty tidbits and creature comforts. Restore balance and harmony.

Taurus (April 20-May 20)

— Today is a six — Academic subjects, writing and communications projects go further than anticipated. Practice your creative arts. Your work is attracting attention. Make fascinating new educational connections, and generate collaborative possibilities.

Gemini (May 21-June 20)

— Today is a seven — There’s work to be done. Do what you love and prosper. Focus on the big picture, while taking small, simple steps. Ask for what you want, and get it. Make a surprising discovery.

Cancer (June 21-July 22)

— Today is a seven — Do something nice for yourself today. Spend time on personal priorities. Get a new style or look. Support yourself with rest, good food and exercise so you can support others. Your energy rises.

Leo (July 23-Aug. 22)

— Today is a five — Find a peaceful spot to do your work. Think about what you love doing, and review whether you’re doing it as much as you’d like. Let a spiritual lesson sink in.

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)

— Today is a seven — Following through pays off. Your friends are really there for you. Enjoy parties, meetings and gatherings. Talk about what you would love to see happen. Savor good music together.

Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)

— Today is a seven — A rise in knowledge is available. Keep your eyes open. There’s a test or challenge, but it’s nothing you can’t overcome. You can handle a test. Study and finish up your work.

Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)

— Today is a six — You’re inspired to go wandering. Explore a subject of particular fascination on a deeper level. Get to what’s most authentic about it. Avoid procrastination like the plague. Study your practice.

Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)

— Today is a seven — Talk over educational details with your counselor. A profitable opportunity has your attention. A sibling’s crazy idea could work. Keep your objective in mind, and lay out a plan.

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)

— Today is a seven — Work together to go farther today. Work out who will do what. Collaboration could get romantic when you focus on a shared dream. Contribute what you can. Leave nothing to chance.

Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)

— Today is an eight — Due dates are near, so crank out work. You’re gaining respect. Set high standards. Invest in your education. Rake in a fat harvest and store what you can for winter. Friends help out.

Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20)

— Today is a six — Expand in the direction of least resistance. Take it easy and relax. Embrace your romantic side. Hang out with enjoyable friends, and play your favorite games together. Your skills keep improving.

(Astrologer Nancy Black continues her mother Linda Black’s legacy horoscopes column. She welcomes comments and questions on Twitter, @lindablack. For more astrological interpretations visit Linda Black Horoscopes and www.nancyblack.com)

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