Horoscopes by Holiday by Holiday Mathis

It's a day marked by inspiration. It's important to note that inspiration does not always strike naturally like lightning. More likely, it will strike manually, like a match. Get moving, and the ideas start to flow. As the great adventurer and author Jack London said, "You can't wait for inspiration. You have to go after it with a club."

ARIES (March 21-April 19). Everyone has potential, but it's those who execute their potential who will find true greatness. Push against the limits of your talent, and you'll find that you can break through into new realms.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20). You have always been attracted to strong-willed people with a mind of their own. You don't mind that you're not always in agreement with your loved ones. You'll find new ways to cooperate.

GEMINI (May 21-June 21). You'll be working on a problem when assistance comes to you in the form of a stellar new idea, the funding you need or other resources to make your way easier.

CANCER (June 22-July 22). You don't have to be a wealthy philanthropist to make the world a better place. You'll smile at everyone you meet, and that will contribute to the good of society more than your dollars ever could.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22). There are two ways to learn: through your own experience and through someone else's. You'll get both kinds of education today. You will approach people with a sincere desire to know more about them.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22). Empty the drawers and dig through the closets. There is still some clutter to clear out. Becoming increasingly organized will help the flow of next week's schedule. Bonus: You'll find something you lost, too.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23). Welcome fresh faces. Someone new will enjoy being a witness to your work process. You may not realize just how creative you are until you see yourself through this person's eyes.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 21). If only you could grow without changing. Alas, you can't. Luckily, you'll be ready and willing to let go of the way things used to be when the time is right to transform into the new you.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21). It will be dangerous to get too much information from one source. Learn from many sources. Each teacher has a different strength and a unique way of presenting the lesson.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19). Take precautionary measures to remember important details — like the names of people you've met.

If only everyone in the world could wear a nametag! Your ability to keep facts straight will distinguish you.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18). The glow of charisma around you comes from your generous interest in others. People see an extremely flattering reflection of themselves in the mirrors of your eyes.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20). Your cheerleading will be essential to a loved one's success. You can see the uniqueness and strength in this person, even when they cannot.

TODAY'S BIRTHDAY (March 5). This year, your strong curiosity will lead you to new friends, hobbies and income sources. This month, you show that you care for people, and they treat you right. A special relationship influences your thinking and has a big impact on your domestic scene, too. Deals favor you in June and August. October brings adventure. Aries and Gemini people adore you. Your lucky numbers are: 30, 2, 44, 11 and 5.

ASTROLOGICAL QUESTIONS: "I'm miserable without my boyfriend. We broke up six months ago, and I want him back so much. I dream about him every night. He's with someone else now — a Capricorn who is three years younger than I am. I'm a Pisces, and my ex-boyfriend is a Taurus. Is there anything at all I can do to convince him that we were meant for each other? I'm a better person when he's in my life, and I can't bear to be without him."

Being alone is not the worst thing in the world. In fact, it seems like the very thing you need in order to work through the hurt and anger you feel about this breakup. Your Taurus may or may not come back, but that is the least of your problems right now. If you feel that you cannot live happily without him, then you need to get in touch with who you are and what makes you happy. Explore other interests and studies. Commit yourself to new goals. Meet and learn about new friends. Always remember that emotional self-sufficiency is attractive, and when you lean on others emotionally, it only repels them. So focus on you — you will get through this!

CELEBRITY PROFILES: Ira Glass is heard by more than a million listeners weekly as the host and producer of the National Public Radio show "This American Life." Glass is a Pisces with communication planet Mercury in Pisces, as well. This indicates amazing powers of imagination and empathy, as well as a sensitive and artistic nature. Mars in Gemini shows a gift for extemporaneous speech. Venus in Aries indicates the heart of a warrior.

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