Aries:

Today, as it should be on most days, your reputation must be your top concern. So don't take any short cuts, don't cut any corners, and don't move forward on any projects with less than total focus. You are being watched right now, and your choices will be scrutinized to a nearly ridiculous degree. But you don't have to be nervous, because you are on the right path, doing the right thing. Just keep on keeping on and save your lazier attitude for another day.

Taurus:

Keep a sharp eye out for minor differences that could create some major problems today. You may have a tendency to get mixed up a bit here and there, and details really matter! People's names could be a big problem especially, so take special note when you meet someone new. If you have been itching to make some changes in your personal life, today offers you a great opportunity to do just that. Challenge yourself and you will rise up, excel, and impress the people around you.

Gemini:

The romance in your life will be greatly amplified today -- and whether or not you actually have a partner is irrelevant. People will want to be as close to you as you let them, so try to take advantage of the closeness. Barriers between you and someone you know in an official or professional capacity are coming down, and you will get a nice glimpse of their great big, soft heart. Make sure you let them know you noticed their generous act.

Cancer:

Today is not a day to hesitate when you see something wrong. As soon as you walk outside your home today, you should deal with the issues at hand straight on -- and with vigor. You can still be kind, or even charming, but you can't put things off any longer. Like a bandage that just needs to be ripped right off, the small crises of your day must be nipped in the bud quickly, before they get the chance to grow into something ugly and overpowering.

Leo:

Right now, the people around you have more power over your life than you may realize. So it's important to value others and listen to what they say. Outside opinions are not something you need to cherish, but it is important to be aware of the impressions you may be making -- especially if any of them are negative. Getting input exclusively from people who you know already adore everything you do isn't very productive. You can handle the truth, so ask for it!

Virgo:

Lately, your healthy ambition has been feeling a little less than robust (to say the least). No matter whether the virus attacking your powers is a person who specializes in helping you doubt yourself, an event where you didn't shine as brightly as you had hoped you would, or just a case of the blues stopping by for a visit, you can get rid of it today. All you need is a reality check. Remind yourself of a few of your success stories to get your ambition up and running again.

Libra:

Your emotional sensitivity could be running a bit high today, and you could fall into a temporary super-self-conscious phase. So if you are convinced someone keeps staring at you, make sure you're not sitting under a clock! The way other people are thinking and feeling will impact you, but it should not unduly affect how you act. Get some distance from all these emotional influences. Instead, focus on the things that interest you the most. Get back in touch with people later.

Scorpio:

Even though you are loaded full of energy and positive ideas, today is not the ideal time to keep expanding into different areas. So put away your travel brochures and postpone your appointment for that new passport photograph. Right now, it's time to stick close to home base and focus on just one or two people or projects that need you the most. Your ambition can be satisfied by perfecting your technique with everyday tasks. You don't always have to be pushed to discover new continents.

Sagittarius:

If you have been looking for a sign that you are making romantic progress with a certain someone, you have a choice today. You can try to read their body language and pick up on subtle signals in order to get a sense of what they are thinking right now, or you can walk up to them, smile, and ask them. This direct confrontation might not fit your style, but why not try it? There is no reason (and no time) to beat around the bush. You have to go out and get what you want!

Capricorn:

Do you have a bee in your bonnet about something right now? Do not let it buzz you to distraction -- instead, stand up to it! Today, organize a plan of attack and you will soon see it's not such a big challenge after all. Right before your eyes, that bee will quiet down when you confront it with your checklists and color-coded folders. Plus, all the activity will rev up your energy, so tie that bonnet back on and head out into the great wide open, buzz-free.

Aquarius:

If you are in charge of overseeing other people today, you could be in for quite a challenge. Keeping everyone in line won't be so easy. But it's very important for you to keep things orderly and disciplined -- because if you don't, these people could flail around all day long and not get much done. If you don't have to deal with managing others today, then that discipline is something you need to practice on yourself. Are you slacking? It's not wise to, right now.

Pisces:

If you feel like you'd like to take it easy today, then you are right in line with what the universe wants you to do! Most of the big attention-sucking things in your life are calming down, so you should take the opportunity to do some more loosely structured things. Instead of squeezing in a half hour at the gym, you should take a meandering, leisurely walk. Instead of picking up some fast food at the drive thru, you should see what's fresh at the market and whip up a healthy meal.

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