Horoscopes by Holiday by Holiday Mathis

The interpersonal connections are going strong and there's a "party for no reason" mood going on, too. Surround yourself with your favorite people. Where there's laughter, you'll likely meet new potential favorites, too. If your plans include late-night shenanigans, the full moon in Aries is happy to oblige with a burst of night-owl energy.

ARIES (March 21-April 19). You didn't think you needed it, but you get it anyway — the stamp of approval from your peers. This feels better than expected. Savor the moment, but don't let it change you in any way.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20). If only you could control what comes out of your loved ones' mouths. Children in particular could come up with innocent but embarrassing comments at inopportune moments. Luckily, your sense of humor is stellar.

GEMINI (May 21-June 21). You'll mix and mingle. After it's over, you'll remember some of what you said and heard and you just may cringe. But don't dwell on the imperfection of it — that's what makes us humans so charming!

CANCER (June 22-July 22). Be proud of your background. The people you meet will put exactly the value on your history that you put on it. Remember that everyone goes through awkward or difficult phases. Hold the former you in high regard.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22). You've been involved in a marathon effort, and though you've come a great distance, you've plenty of strength left. Keep that yellow tape in your sights. It will be a race to the finish line. You'll be amazing in the final stretch.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22). Isn't it weird how trying to impress someone always has the opposite effect? That's why you like to play it cool, keeping a low profile. It works in your favor now, as others find your quiet confidence irresistible.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23). Someone thinks you are wonderful. It might have something to do with the fact that you think this person is wonderful, too, and have mentioned it on a few key occasions. Keep up the enthusiasm!

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 21). There have been people who have treated you badly in the past, but you don't want to talk about that. You're a winner who will choose upbeat topics, even when others are being conversational downers.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21). You let down your guard with people who make you feel comfortable and you might be moved to confess deeper truths or a different side of yourself than you usually show. You will be safe. You are accepted.

CAPRICORN (Dec.

22-Jan. 19). Your loved one may not say "I love you" as much as you would like to hear it, though this person is telling you that this is the case with his or her actions. Interpret each helpful act as a confession of great affection.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18). You have no reason to worry. That's just a bad habit of the mind that you learned from someone when you were young. You'll be consciously retraining your thoughts to focus on your many options.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20). You want to attract a new kind of person into your life and you'll be inspired to change yourself a bit, too. It's fun for you to think about your identity objectively. Apply your artistic sensibilities into creating your own persona.

TODAY'S BIRTHDAY (OCTOBER 3). You'll focus your keen intellect on solving problems for your friends, family and humanity. A rush of affectionate feelings makes the winter holidays sweeter. You'll barter services for something you dearly want in January. March is a rebirth for your career. Loved ones credit you for their success in the spring. Sagittarius and Aries adore you. Your lucky numbers are: 20, 4, 44, 30 and 16.

PERK UP A RELATIONSHIP BY DOING THIS ONE THING: The Libran sun ups the ante when it comes to relationships. Here's one thing you can do to improve a relationship that's special to you. LIBRA: Love your differences. A balanced relationship isn't about two people liking all of the same things — how boring would that be? Be excited to learn about what the other person enjoys even if you have no initial interest in it. SCORPIO: Stay within your own boundaries, even if the relationship is an extremely close one. Just because you're tight with someone doesn't mean you should share your opinions all of the time or point out his or her flaws. Know the line between honesty and harshness and walk it. SAGITTARIUS: Take your show on the road. Mix things up by bringing the each other into different environments. A change of scenery inspires you to relate to one another in new and delightful ways. CAPRICORN: Block the rest of the world out sometimes. The hectic world has a tendency to defuse your attention and dilute your affection. One-on-one time will produce a powerfully concentrated bond.

CELEBRITY PROFILES: No Doubt singer Gwen Stefani exemplifies Libran artistry. This mega-talented recording artist, actress and fashion designer has natal sun, Mercury, Jupiter and Uranus all in the sign of decorum and taste. Her fashion may be edgy, but in spite of her crazy rock-star lifestyle, Stefani is now a wife and mom who has stayed consistently out of trouble, which she credits to her strict parents.

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