The dual nature of Gemini influences will tug at your conscience. You can't trust the mind that leads you into negative patterns, lets you fall to temptation or be weaker than you could be. Feelings, thoughts and desires are like clouds that will change with the wind. Your higher mind won't change. It's the ever-constant blue-sky backdrop.

ARIES (March 21-April 19). You'll sharpen your disputing skills, speak up and counter the positions you don't agree with. Your primary opposition will be a voice in your head that needs to be set straight.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20). Tension of any kind is an impediment to creativity, productivity and social ease. Avoid it, diffuse it, or flee it entirely. It may be easiest to wish everyone well and start new in a fresh environment.

GEMINI (May 21-June 21). You typically think of cleaning and reorganizing as a means to an end, but actually it's an involving, interesting and even enjoyable process in and of itself today. Simple, inexpensive improvements bring joy.

CANCER (June 22-July 22). You'll make a change gradually, as moderation fits your personality. An approach that's too strict only inspires you to rebel against your own authority.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22). The Japanese proverb says, "Fall seven times; get up eight." But no one will keep you from lying there for a moment of recovery to ponder and process what just happened.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22). You take pride in holding up your end of every bargain. But it may benefit all involved in the current circumstance to renegotiate the agreement. This time, give yourself more breathing room.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23). Your good manners attract luck. You'd be surprised how many forget to add the "Please" and "Thank you" when addressing clerks, waiters, family and angels. (Even angels appreciate being graciously addressed!)

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 21). Today you are like a universal remote control. You fit into almost any situation and are effective in your ability to influence the scene with the appropriate button pushing.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21). You'll make tough demands of yourself, but as long as they are in line with what you enjoy you'll be successful. On the other hand, you have zero tolerance for tedium, so don't even put those tasks on the schedule.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19). It will be easier for you to influence people you have an affinity for. It's as though people can sense your true feelings. Find something to love about those you need to sway.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18). Maybe you think of a certain form of entertainment as "mindless," and yet there's something compelling about it that resonates with you. There's a benefit to exploring it further that offers valuable insights into your own psyche.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20). There are those who make a hobby out of attracting trouble. You've an expanded capacity for empathy, and yet there's a point at which you're not doing people favors by permitting them to be their weakest selves.

TODAY'S BIRTHDAY (June 10). Success starts with a dream. Wings of imagination will ultimately lift you toward improvement in many areas of your life at once. Polish and shine a talent when the right teacher comes in August. Doors will open wide for you after you circulate your resume in September. Family celebrates with you, big-time, in December. Libra and Taurus adore you. Your lucky numbers are: 5, 34, 10, 28 and 37.

ASTROLOGICAL QUESTION: "I'm a 24-year-old Gemini who just moved in with my girlfriend two months ago, and I think I made a terrible mistake. She's already talking about marriage, and I'm starting to resent the pressure. Because she's older than me, (she's 35), she's concerned about starting a family. I may have romanticized having a baby with her, but realistically I cannot imagine this happening anytime soon. What should I do? I really do love her, but it's all happening too fast for me."

Your sign is famous for changing your mind; it's as though the twins inside you have to argue a bit before you make a firm decision. That's your prerogative. At least you can't say you didn't give it a try. In romantic movies and books love conquers all, but in real life there are several factors to making a relationship work, many of which have to do with timing. It's kinder to back out now and give your Virgo girlfriend the chance to find someone who is ready for the things she wants in life — rather than letting things drag on indefinitely, wasting her time.

CELEBRITY PROFILES: Gemini Kate Upton has successfully crossed the bridge between model and movie star, her latest film endeavor being the comedy "The Layover" with William H. Macy. Upton is also known for her dance moves, which have been featured on the big screen and YouTube to the tune of over five million hits. Upton's natal moon in aesthetic, Venus-ruled Libra lends charm and the lovability factor.

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