You know as well as anyone that little white lies can be a social lubricant. They help keep relationships running smoothly, and you support almost anything that makes other people feel more comfortable. But now, your efforts to not hurt someone’s feelings might double back on you, making the situation worse. Oh, well. Mistakes are [...]

You’re feeling passionate, but it’s hard for you to decide how much of it you should show to others. After all, you don’t want to upset anyone or push them away. So, timidly, you put one toe across the border, and then another, and then a whole foot. It gets easier for the rest of [...]

If honesty is lonely, so be it. But maybe your opponent is telling the truth, too — just their own version of it. You, of all people, should understand that perspective is subjective, and each person views the world through their own personal filters. If you’re upset with someone now, don’t hold on to the [...]

You’re working hard, and that’s a good thing. But temptations of relaxation keep whispering in your ear. If you can’t afford a vacation just yet, hang in there. If you stay the course today, things will get a lot easier. In the meantime, getting help the other people in your life will really help lighten [...]

There’s a lot of intense, exacting energy zinging around in your life, and it’s starting to wear you down. You aren’t used to a hectic pace, are you? If it seems too hard now to keep your cool, try of several good, easy and fun ways to maintain your sanity. Do some deep-breathing, attend a [...]

You just want to enjoy one warm, affectionate moment after another today with people you love and trust. You’re normally a physical person, handing out hugs to anyone who needs them, but you’re even more so today, partly because you need the closeness yourself. So don’t spend time alone unless you have to. Seek out [...]

Your responsibilities fly out the window today as a goofy, affectionate mood takes over. Good thing your friends and coworkers are feeling playful, too! But don’t take it personally if your boss gets on you for lacking focus. This isn’t an attack, it’s a reminder that you need to get back on track and buckle [...]

Nurturing others comes naturally to you. Today’s energy makes you even more loving and affectionate than usual. Even if you’re feeling a little bit melancholy yourself, you’re still willing to offer a sensitive ear to any friend who needs your support. That’s your selflessness at work. You’re big-hearted enough to set aside your own concerns [...]

Compassion is part of your daily experience; it’s who you are. Today, this empathetic quality is on high. Your intuitions are strong and sure. You may feel others’ feelings as acutely as if they were your own. At the very least, you’re probably able to sense someone’s sadness or anxiety. This puts you in a [...]

Today, you’re beautifully aware of your past — the people and experiences that have gone before you, contributing to the essence of the person you are now. You may feel deep gratitude toward your forebears, or a deep sense of compassion and forgiveness, if your childhood experiences were less than ideal. It’s a wonderful day [...]

It’s a great day to get inspired. Your mind is sharp, and you’re looking at the world with a keen eye. It might be tough to determine which details are worth paying attention to and which don’t really require your focus, but the most important thing is simply to keep an inquisitive attitude. Trying to [...]

Welcome to a day full of communication. You may have meetings or social get-togethers on your agenda, or you might spend time on the phone or Internet, conversing with people around the globe. The main point now is interacting and sharing ideas. You’re especially observant under the current influence. The only problem might be trying [...]

Your generosity is highlighted today. You’re in the mood for good times with the people you love. You want to enjoy their company in a relaxed setting, but you also have a purpose beyond simple recreation. Sharing the bounty of your own life with others is especially fulfilling now. If someone needs your support, whether [...]

Today, it feels good to do something requiring sustained energy. Your physical and emotional endurance are strong, enabling you to keep going even when the going gets tough. If you’re planning to get some exercise or to do a project requiring physical labor, you can see it through to the end now. Tedious mental work [...]

Idealism and flights of fancy aren’t favored today. The good news is, it’s easy for you to keep a levelheaded perspective. The current influence helps you focus naturally on the real world — the sights, sounds, flavors, relationships and issues right in front of you. And doesn’t it feel good to be so grounded in [...]

You’re more creative today than ever. Better yet, you’re filled with initiative. Take this opportunity to launch a new project — something you’re in charge of, that you’ve dreamed up on your own. Being the author of your own work is an incredible rush, as you’ll find when you turn your ideas into reality. And [...]

Be forewarned today that lots of people are feeling pretty feisty. You’re a sensitive sort, so it’s even easier for you to get your feelings hurt than most. And the truth is, the current influence can make many people rather insensitive! So do what you do best: Be compassionate and give people the benefit of [...]

Let your mind wander today, and pay attention to the places that it visits. Your imagination is an important tool in mapping out the next several weeks of your life. And today brings you the perfect opportunity to make some plans. This is the start of a new personal cycle for you, so seek a [...]

Your physical energy may be subdued today. But mentally and emotionally, you’re deeply in tune. You can read your friends and family like a book. You can interpret dreams like a professional analyst. You can nurture yourself and others as if you were born to make people feel loved and supported. And, in fact, you [...]

Relying on your intellect is just as important today as listening to your instincts. You’re encountering a lot of fresh, interesting ideas, and you’re weighing things out, trying to decide what you do and don’t believe in. Logic plays an important role in this, as does talking with other people to get their perspective. Consider [...]