Having a Mercury-retrograde moment? As retrograde Mercury backs into Saturn, it's easy to be preoccupied with solving the temporarily unsolvable. Harness mental concentration by working a demanding mental task as you would a fun crossword puzzle, with curiosity and humor. You can piece together a future plan. Just don't put it in stone.

ARIES (March 21-April 19). While you see the beauty that's all around you, others see the beauty that is in you. You're not doing what you do for the approval of others, and that's part of the charm.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20). Before you go on, stop and take a moment to give yourself credit for how far you've come. Tonight, playing or listening to music brings good energy your way.

GEMINI (May 21-June 21). Short trips are fun, but home is where you feel most satisfied. Little ones are trying to explain their feelings, but they act out terribly instead. Remember who the adult is.

CANCER (June 22-July 22). Dealing with strong personalities is the theme. Use your psychic vibes to learn quickly what's going to work. Tonight: Intellectual curiosity connects you with someone who wonders in a similar way.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22). You really want to please those close to you, but don't try too hard. When you follow your own bliss, you end up making others happy, too. Tonight, tell loved ones what's on your mind or needless complications will arise.

TODAY'S BIRTHDAY (Oct. 19). You take the high road and have an easier time because of it. The next 10 weeks bring social offers galore, and it's a struggle to fit work in. A strong romance gets stronger now through the end of January — a timid one is let go. March puts you on unfamiliar turf, and you can make a lot of money, too. Sagittarius and Cancer have much to offer. Your lucky numbers are: 39, 30, 14, 44 and 48.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22). Show mercy for your fellow humans. Use a compliment instead of a reprimand, a new agreement instead of a lawsuit. Merciful living makes your heart ever so much lighter.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23). Align yourself with the people you enjoy. Instead of walking ahead of or behind others, walk side-by-side and feel loved. Success is a matter of matching the pace of what is going on around you.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 21). You're brilliant. So why have you lately been feeling uncomfortable when others notice? Don't worry. You'll be able to handle the success that's coming to you.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21). Others talk about needing serenity, but right now, you're not convinced it's for you. And you could be right. Something about the chaos feeds your soul today.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19). As for that situation that seems to have gotten out of your control, there's still time to turn things around. Life only asks you to do your best, not the impossible.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18). Others are relying on you to pull a plan together. Don't complain. Don't explain. Do talk plenty about what you intend to do, as this solidifies your approach.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20). Be bold in the pursuit of power. As you prepare and over-prepare for the challenges that are coming, you'll gain confidence. When you're at your best, you're unbeatable.

WEEKEND LOVE FORECAST: ARIES: A casual friendship intrigues. Consider promoting them to your innermost circle. TAURUS: You work on your relationship for the esteem it generates inside, not for recognition. Though that comes, too! GEMINI: Show off. You're wild about the one who teaches you a new trick or two. CANCER: Your clan has your best interests at heart, but sometimes you've got to make sure they know what those are. LEO: You've got enough love to go around. Lavish your attention on all the village people. VIRGO: A problem isn't a problem when you're around. What would they do without you? LIBRA: You're no mind reader. Decide what you want, not what you think they need. SCORPIO: Fool around with old ideas. Visit with an old friend and something old becomes new again. SAGITTARIUS: A friendship reflects the beauty that you carry with you always. CAPRICORN: Go solo? Pshaw! You keep up appearances by having a special someone at your side. AQUARIUS: You don't need to convert someone to your POV to be happy; relish in the differences and you're happier for it. PISCES: Attract romance into your life by romancing up your life — try new sheets and a second pillow.

COUPLE OF THE WEEKEND: Capricorn and Aries, what's not to admire? Both are born leaders with expressed attraction for the other's independence. But when either of the strong-willed duo attempts to dominate the other, competition overtakes love. For these two, shared relationship goals are as necessary as personal ones. But not everything's a contest. Love isn't never having to say "I'm sorry." Love is saying "I'm sorry" with a full heart.

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