HAPPY BIRTHDAY for Tuesday, May 31, 2016: This year you will work more closely with a serious partner or business associate. At times, you might want to throw in the towel. Learning how to interact with this person will be important. The more relaxed and easygoing you are, the better the flow will be between you and others. Your focus remains on success and expanding your circle of friends. If you are single, you could attract someone who is very different in spirit, but who holds many of the same beliefs as you. Accept this person as he or she is. If you are attached, the two of you enjoy a lot of give-and-take, which sometimes will seem combative. Try to be more expressive and kinder in your sharing. ARIES is your loyal friend.

ARIES (March 21-April 19): People are opening up right in front of you. You will gain a new perspective just by understanding where others are coming from. Sometimes you find their thinking to be quite offbeat; finally you will see where they are coming from. Tonight: Nap, then decide.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Zero in on what you want. A friend will play a key role in the events that unfold today. You might need to rethink what stance you are coming from after a seemingly difficult conversation. You know what works and what doesn’t. Tonight: Make it an early one.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): You are energised and focused. You know where you are going and why. A meeting with a co-worker could provide direction. Do whatever is needed to get past a blockage. Once you take care of this hassle, you’ll have a clearer vision of what can happen. Tonight: Don’t be alone.

CANCER (June 21-July 22): You might feel as if someone tends to put you on the spot. You will have your hands full, so ask for help if need be. If you can, try to delegate some of your work and responsibilities. Sometimes you need to lighten up about certain obligations. Tonight: A must appearance.

LEO (July 23-Aug 22): Reach out to someone who has more knowledge and/or experience than you do in a similar situation. You recognise the need to hear others’ opinions in helping you make a decision. Call a loved one at a distance; he or she will appreciate hearing from you. Tonight: Be entertained.

VIRGO (Aug 23-Sept 22): Relate closely to someone whom you care a lot about. Don’t feel as if you have to follow any type of ceremonial procedures around this person. Bypass all the frivolities, and be authentic as well. A family member could rain on your parade. Tonight: Opt for togetherness.

LIBRA (Sept 23-Oct 22): Others seek you out for various reasons. Stay open, and be willing to interact with key people in your life. You’ll be getting a lot of practice saying “no” while still managing not to hurt anyone’s feelings. You are more together than you realise. Tonight: Let the party go on.

SCORPIO (Oct 23-Nov 21): You have a lot of ground to cover, and you’ll manage to do it effectively in the near future. A softer approach will draw stronger results than you initially had thought possible. A key person is more than willing to work with you as a result. Tonight: As late as you want.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov 22-Dec 21): You might be feeling down and out. How you handle a personal matter could be disparaging at best. Loosen up and relax with a child or new friend. Once you do, you will see the more positive angle of your life. Tonight: The only answer is “yes.”

CAPRICORN (Dec 22-Jan 19): You might want to understand what is going on with a family member. You could try various approaches, from being charming to demanding, and everything in between. Recognise that you can’t force anyone to speak if he or she doesn’t want to. Tonight: Happiest at home.

AQUARIUS (Jan 20-Feb 18): You might want to consider a new process for getting what you most desire. If you hit a wall one way or another, know that you have not yet found the right path. Refuse to give up, and ask for help from more creative minds than yours. Tonight: Catch up on some gossip!

PISCES (Feb 19-March 20): You could be amazed by everything that is occurring in your life. Some of you might find that your dreams have become realities. Take a strict approach with any money risks. You will be a lot happier, even if what is being offered sounds very tempting. Tonight: Run errands.

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