Horoscopes by Holiday by Holiday Mathis

Mars and Pluto form an auspicious aspect, reminding us that we don't have to make a huge difference to make a profound one. The important thing is to get started. Mars in Taurus focuses us on the incremental steps involved in a long process. Write these steps down and give yourself the immense satisfaction of crossing them off the list.

ARIES (March 21-April 19). Wanting something too much can impair your judgment. When you notice that you are in an agitated state, relax and back off for a moment. It's important not to let your sense of reason get hijacked by a strong desire.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20). You're able to create an emotional attraction between you and an interesting someone. You don't come on strong, but you make quite an impression with your soft, direct words and resolute inner poise.

GEMINI (May 21-June 21). Playing by the rules will make you feel safe, comfortable and confident even if others are not choosing to do this. Instead of worrying about the renegades, stay focused on your own honor.

CANCER (June 22-July 22). You need something specific to direct your intense energy toward now. Use the power of the pen to sort it out. Brainstorm on paper to figure out the most powerful use of your time.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22). While you pride yourself for being spontaneous, this is one of those times to reel it in. Impulsive choices will haunt you later — for instance, buying what you don't need.

TODAY'S BIRTHDAY (JUNE 3). You approach life practically this year, using your common sense to guide you. And yet, you are still open to magical occurrences and will not argue with miraculous developments. Because you display such intelligence, you will be promoted in July and again in October. June and September are the most romantic months. Capricorn and Aquarius adore you. Your lucky numbers are: 14, 3, 30, 15 and 9.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22). It feels to you like people are ganging up on some poor soul. In all honesty, this person might have had it coming, but who's to say? You help others have a more compassionate perspective on the situation.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23). There will be an ideal window for booking tickets, making reservations or putting out the word to your friends to "save the date." You can settle the fine details of an arrangement later, so don't get hung up on that.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 21). The name of a person from your past may still make you flip-dizzy.

Rest assured, this person has changed, as have you. If you're single, this is worth looking into today.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21). Whether you become a captain of a football team or a captain of industry, the leadership baton is passed to you. Use this tool to lead your group by teaching them leadership skills — otherwise they follow you like puppies.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19). Your parents may have been right in supporting some of your interests, but in the process, what was closest to your heart may have been lost. Consider recreating your old list to see which you might want to pursue now.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18). When you talk to yourself today, don't exaggerate, even for humorous or dramatic effect. It's time to get real about the positive and the negative. Knowing the truth about yourself allows you to know the truth about others.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20). You are excited about a project. It may still be mostly in your mind. But baby steps are bringing it into reality. The more solid it becomes, the harder you are willing to work for it.

COSMIC RX FOR A BROKEN HEART, PART THREE: VIRGO: Go on a cleaning spree. Not just the ordinary things like the shelves and the wineglasses. Get deep into the family photographs, the wardrobe from years past and the antiquated address book. Touching, cleaning and organizing these bits of your life will remind you who you are while helping you feel better. LIBRA: Align yourself with the great artists throughout time. Go to museums, read books and get tickets to events. Chances are that a lot of the art you respond to was made by deeply feeling people in a similar emotional place to the one you are at now. If they can turn their pain into something beautiful, so can you. SCORPIO: Watch comedies. As many as you can. It's a curious mix of truth and pain that produces laughter. Every chuckle you emote will be a Band-Aid for your heart. SAGITTARIUS: A change of scenery does wonders for a Sagittarius who has been through a painful ordeal. And here's a bonus, Sag: You are the one most likely to create the most interesting experiences in the shortest amount of time to get you over the hump and on with your life.

CELEBRITY PROFILES: Investigative television reporter Anderson Cooper was photographed for Harper's Bazaar as a baby, was a "Tonight Show" guest at three years old and was a child model subsequently. Well, Gemini is the sign of communication and being the son of glamorous designer and heiress Gloria Vanderbilt helped Cooper begin his life mission to inform the world at a tender age.

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