The Leo moon brings the kind of playful, bombastic fire-sign vibration that has people doing their best to challenge and entertain one another — and possibly to show one another up. The Leo moon can be competitive, though the energy never lasts long. The lion may roar, but when you're already the king, there's little point in rubbing it in.

ARIES (March 21-April 19). Human decency is the fabric that holds society together. You give your trust to unseen people, and things work well for you. And when you're the trusted "unseen," you make sure things turn out right.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20). You'll probably have to alter your plan in order to accommodate new circumstances this afternoon. Your flexible attitude is the biggest contributor to your success.

GEMINI (May 21-June 21). You're calm and centered, so you have more choices than the person who is emotionally all over the place. You can choose your best response to the world from a range of possibilities.

CANCER (June 22-July 22). It will take time to understand how obstacles contribute to your creativity. Right now they just seem like problems you're not so keen on handling. But handle them you will, and you'll prevail, too.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22). Does it feel like you're in competition with a person who is supposedly on your team? This one should really want you to succeed, but instead comes across as envious when you're winning. It's something to stay aware of.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22). You look forward to what the day will bring, though you're not expecting or demanding any particular outcome. The excitement you feel keeps your energy light and bright.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23). A demand is made of you that is perhaps doable, but not at all reasonable. Stand up for yourself. Don't accommodate others at the expense of your own comfort and well-being.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 21). You let the emotions flow through you so they don't get stuck inside. Stuck emotion would slow you down at this point. It takes courage and emotional intelligence to feel your feelings to the extent that you do.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21). Love has a way of adjusting your chemistry to support your immune system. Thinking about, witnessing and giving love are all acts that will relax you and also make you healthier.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19). You may be dissatisfied with some aspect of your life, but to blame yourself or anyone else won't help at this point. Instead, offer yourself some kindness and wish everyone around you happiness.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18). Sooner or later, everyone discusses the topics on the "Do Not Discuss" list. As long as you don't start out there, it's probably fine to follow the conversation where it wants to go naturally.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20). Instead of struggling with a certain pattern or habit, consider giving up the fight. What if you accepted who you are right now instead? Try it and see if things naturally improve.

TODAY'S BIRTHDAY (June 22). It's a fulfilling year. You sense that by leading just one person to be more loving you make a remarkable difference in the world — but you find it impossible to stop there. Many will experience your kind heart. A change in your living arrangement makes life easier in September. You'll join a new team in October. Gemini and Taurus people adore you. Your lucky numbers are: 4, 2, 12, 39 and 16.

WEEKEND LOVE FORECAST: ARIES: Someone you didn't immediately spark to is growing on you over time. TAURUS: You have an enthusiastic greeting for everyone you meet, which makes you all the more interesting to others. GEMINI: You're ready to dump a certain hang-up, and you feel liberated once you do. CANCER: You really do believe that if one date doesn't work out, there is a better one waiting for you down the line. Your faith attracts good to you. LEO: Nothing makes you feel better than helping another person find happiness. VIRGO: Your generosity will be appreciated by those who understand what it takes to give of yourself in this way. LIBRA: It will be better if you don't talk about your accomplishments. Your quiet confidence screams "attraction." SCORPIO: Home is the best place to entertain. The time you spend getting it ready will rejuvenate you. SAGITTARIUS: Encourage involvement. Ask for input from your mate, and use it whenever you can. CAPRICORN: Mild jealousy can be flattering, but anything more will be emotionally disruptive. AQUARIUS: Vent bad feelings into a journal. If you feel negative on the inside, how can you radiate a magical energy? PISCES: You'll gain confidence and many insights about yourself on a solo excursion.

COUPLE OF THE WEEKEND: The Leo moon brings a halo attraction to the lions this weekend that Cancers, glowing in the solar return to their sign, will feel drawn to explore. These zodiac neighbors hit on many shared interests. Neither is in the mood to pontificate and converse. It's more exciting to get into action checking out different scenes and enjoying the different qualities they bring out in each other.

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