HAPPY BIRTHDAY for Monday, October 17, 2016: This year you have a lot going on, and you possess a strong drive to achieve your goals. Your domestic life could witness some changes, possibly a new addition or a change of residence. Some of you might find that your perspective also experiences a transformation. If you are single, someone you see every day could become quite desirable. Explore that possibility. If you are attached, you could find your home life to be somewhat volatile. Issues will be resolved if you and your sweetie can learn to speak to each other as you once did. TAURUS can be quite stubborn.

ARIES (March 21-April 19) Your active dream life often energises you, as it will today. Others appreciate your ability to understand, integrate and come up with winning ideas. Be a friend’s cheerleader, as he or she seems to lack the confidence to head in a new direction. Tonight: Run errands on the way home.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) Listen to a friend who can be somewhat flaky. You might have a difficult time embracing everything this person says. Ask questions, if need be. Detach, and you will be able to open up to a different yet successful approach. Tonight: Whatever knocks your socks off.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) Be open to new information, even if it does not compute at first. You often make snap judgements. Sit on what you hear for now, and keep that information to yourself. A business relationship might be changing because the other party is evolving. Tonight: Opt for quiet.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) You’ll get past a problem as long as you remain sensitive to other points of view. Once you detach, you can see the validity of different ideas. A partner or loved one might intimidate you at times. Build your self-confidence. Tonight: Favourite person, favorite place.

LEO (July 23-Aug 22) Tension builds as you realise how important your actions are to others, be it at work or in some other area of your life. Use your imagination, and tap into a loved one’s ideas as well. Be willing to push a project to completion. Expect changes. Tonight: Burn the candle at both ends.

VIRGO (Aug 23-Sept 22) You could feel that kicking back and allowing others to play a more dominant role suits you perfectly. Your creativity might push you to detach. Worry less and listen more. Recognise how much passion you have for a certain key matter. Tonight: In the swing of things.

LIBRA (Sept 23-Oct 22) One-on-one relating continues to be instrumental in achieving an important financial goal. A family member might be too determined to get what he or she wants. On one hand, you could feel boxed in, yet on the other hand, you might feel relieved. Tonight: Go along with plans.

SCORPIO (Oct 23-Nov 21) Bending to others’ will is not easy for you, but today you’ll see the validity and importance of letting someone else take the lead. You might not like being behind the scenes, but you’ll accept it. Touch base with your inner self and deal with your feelings. Tonight: Hang out.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov 22-Dec 21) Reach out to someone at a distance; his or her perspective always enlightens you and allows you to move past a problem. Finances play an important role in making any decisions right now. Accept a changeable situation. Tonight: Choose a preferred stressbuster.

CAPRICORN (Dec 22-Jan 19) Allow more spontaneity and creativity into your life. Your perspective can change if you make an effort to act more impulsively. Trust your inner voice, and you are more likely to make positive choices. Your personality might be transforming. Tonight: Make time for fun.

AQUARIUS (Jan 20-Feb 18) Stay centred despite what is happening. You might have a difficult time holding back right now. You could discover that your instincts are off or that your feelings are related to something else. Understand where others are coming from. Tonight: Head home. Get some extra R and R.

PISCES (Feb 19-March 20) Your words mean a lot to those around you; they inspire people to get past their self-imposed limitations. You know what is possible, and you might not understand why others don’t see what you see. A friend could be unusually demanding. Tonight: Return calls and e-mails first.

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