Aries (March 21-April 19): Gather your thoughts before initiating any important conversations. Communications during evening hours tend to flow more smoothly, especially if you deliberately organized your ideas during earlier hours. Speaking your mind carefully gets any dialogue off on the right foot.

Taurus (April 20-May 20): Your own unique brand of charisma brings special warmth to your interactions today. It is wonderful to be appreciated simply for being you. Making someone’s day just by showing up brightens his or her outlook and does terrific things for your self-esteem too.

Gemini (May 21-June 20): Vague feelings of discontent can motivate action as you seek to shake off any dust. It is nearly impossible to get lost in the fog or to long remain in a daze if you’re busily scanning the horizon for a lighthouse. Let the ideal of simplification be the beacon that leads to success.

Cancer (June 21-July 22): Outrageous demands won’t squelch your affinity for the beauty of nature and the joy of your loving relationships. Your sense of responsibility enables you to be fully attentive to your work and the practical chores of daily living. Your spirit is indefatigable; your inner life is rich.

Leo (July 23-Aug. 22): To say that you’re capable of hitting the ground running is an understatement. When you set your sight on a goal, you’re determined to reach it. Evening activities provide the opportunity to reflect upon your achievements. The wheels keep on turning, and you keep on shining.

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Fall back upon fundamentals if you find yourself navigating through a maze today. The principles by which you successfully steered through a challenge in the past are etched in the deepest reserves of your memory. Tap into this storehouse of knowledge.

Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): The difference that one day can make is amazing. The way things were when you fell asleep last night could be very different from how they are this morning. Whatever the specifics, the theme of contrast picks up more and more steam throughout the day.

Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Your mischievous streak is quite incorrigible on any given day, especially today. A partner or loved one who is in tune with your sense of humor can easily be cajoled into an adventure. Your playfulness is a wonderfully creative outlet.

Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Your excitement about big savings or scoring that perfect purchase feels like too much to keep to yourself. You may need to wait until evening hours to finally share your story with someone who understands the blood, sweat and tears you put into a quest that seems so easy to others.

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Your manners are impeccable. You strive to stay calm in any storm. The fact that you treat all people with equal consideration regardless of material wealth or social status reflects your high values. Never underestimate the power of decency and civility.

Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Only gradually are you likely to be shaken from your security zone by pressing practicalities like cleaning, cooking or earning a living. Once your work is done, you will be eager to swiftly return to the embrace of familiar faces, tastes and entertainments.

Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20): You want to know where you stand as a main event begins to get off the ground. If you’ve been receiving mixed signals, it might be that self-doubts are interfering with your reception. Take a few moments to deliberately bring your thoughts and feelings to a calm place within.