Horoscopes by Holiday by Holiday Mathis

The morning moon is listless, indecisive and conducive to fuzzy thoughts and emotions so mild they're almost unreadable. As the day progresses, a stronger energy takes hold. And if you make an effort to get involved with something that resonates strongly with who you are, you could even reach the realm of passion.

ARIES (March 21-April 19). What you now find irritating, you will soon deem "hilarious." Distance brings perspective. It won't take long for the shift. Get away for the afternoon, and then come back to your so-called irritant. That's when the laughter starts.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20). Say nice things to the not-so-nice people. No one is particularly annoyed with you, but kindness is like putting good karma in the bank. You'll cash it out later.

GEMINI (May 21-June 21). Doing the same activity a different way can help you out of a rut. Take on the small things — they work like magic to get you unstuck. Button your shirt from bottom to top, or hold your spoon with the other hand.

CANCER (June 22-July 22). Remember that sweetheart from bygone times? The one who turned out to be not so sweet, after all? Well, you'll meet a similar type in the days to come. Remember past lessons, and approach with guarded optimism.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22). Who you are standing next to will strongly affect how you experience your day. You're confident lately, so approach those who interest you. Good company makes food taste better and gives everything a pretty sheen, too.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22). You don't have to sacrifice your comfort in order to chase your dream — well, at least not today. You'll progress in style and barely break a sweat. This is truly a lucky time.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23). You are bigger than your behaviors. Experiment with your daily habits just to shake things up. Give up one thing and see what falls in the gap to replace it. You can always go back to the way things were later.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 21). You are an unusually sensitive participant in life. Those who can appreciate your talent may be rare, but they are extraordinarily generous, too. You will be offered something that only an elite few will ever experience.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21). A celebrity's irresponsible behavior gives you pause. Is the whole world going nuts? Today a stranger's act of kindness helps convince you of the inherent goodness of 98 percent of the human race.

CAPRICORN (Dec.

22-Jan. 19). You do not always feel like being the responsible one, which is one of the reasons you and your partner make a good match. He/she kindles the fire; you light it.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18). Your loyalty to a principle is sometimes at odds with your loyalty to people, and this is one of those times. If you must side against a friend, make sure he or she understands why.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20). The difference between the "haves" and the "have nots" is not always so apparent. Which camp do you belong in? Depends on what criteria you use. Focus on why you're a "have."

TODAY'S BIRTHDAY (Oct. 18). Your personality shines strong this year, and you will attract the right kind of interest in your projects and endeavors. Excellent publicity will help you move to the next level in your business. You're smitten with a special person, and your adventures together make the new year one for the books. Sagittarius and Capricorn people adore you. Your lucky numbers are: 7, 20, 15, 44 and 30.

FORECAST FOR THE WEEK AHEAD: Cosmic alert: Good enough is no longer good enough. The last four weeks have focused our attention on relationships, getting along, fitting in and creating peace. Hopefully our efforts have created harmony in our world and perhaps healing, as well. A supportive foundation of loved ones will help us all move into a new cycle. As the sun shifts from Libra into Scorpio, we begin to thirst for something deeper. To be well liked is nice. But nice isn't awesome. Passion, intensity and profound connection — that's awesome. We will be far less likely to compromise for the sake of teambuilding. We'll be willing to take the risks necessary to connect with what makes us feel vividly alive. Scorpio energy is mysterious because it moves unseen. What are the forces that motivate you? If you don't know, you will likely learn as the sun transits Scorpio. Our awareness of human nature increases. Subconscious information becomes conscious. This is a concentrated version of life. What you saw yesterday as a fairly regular circumstance might suddenly strike you as a matter of life and death. Keep your sense of humor. The illusion is a helpful teacher, but it's still an illusion.

CELEBRITY PROFILES: Zac Efron was born under the sign of relationships, culture and tact, and with Mars in Libra, as well, he's frequently a perfect gentleman. But with Mercury and Venus in smoldering Scorpio, this rising star wields crazy magnetism, and women go wild for him. He will become a major force in the entertainment industry, riding to the top on his emotional depth and compelling presence.

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