Horoscopes for December 24, 2013

Today’s Birthday (12/24/13). Mercury enters Capricorn today (until 1/11). Focus listening toward having intentions fulfilled this year. Finances, health, romance, personal and spiritual reinvention form key interest areas. Discipline provides results. Stay grounded through social time with family and friends. Late spring and summer get especially enchanting. Have fun.

To get the advantage, check the day’s rating: 10 is the easiest day, 0 the most challenging.

Aries (March 21-April 19)

Today is a 9 — Ask for what you want and need. For about three weeks with Mercury in Capricorn, lots of career opportunities arise. The more you do, the more you get. Talk over practical matters with family. Communication is the key.

Taurus (April 20-May 20) 

Today is an 8 — New information clarifies concerns and opens up a new understanding about romantic commitments. Accept a challenging task. Teach discipline and share growth over the next three weeks. Talk about the desired result, and decide who does what.

Gemini (May 21-June 20) 

Today is an 8 — Bring extra abundance home. Apply new power to financial management over the next three weeks. Learn from an economics expert. Get quality at the best price. Renegotiate contingencies. Choose which path to take, and set off.

Cancer (June 21-July 22) 

Today is an 8 — Wait a bit longer to act. For the next three weeks, consult, discuss and make plans. Let your partner do the talking. The funding is available. You’re very persuasive now. Public events may bring tears. Clarify your vision.

Leo (July 23-Aug. 22)

Today is a 7 — Your partner adds a romantic touch. You’ll be smarter at work for the next three weeks, with Mercury in Capricorn. Share your team’s vision. Make technical repairs. Communication plus discipline equals new profits in your account.

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)

Today is an 8 — Just think of all the money you’re saving. Get into a major housecleaning phase over the next three weeks. Get the writing done, too, and work the data. You’re extra-intelligent now and your talents are making waves.

Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)

Today is an 8 — Remain a calming influence. Get into a three-week study phase. It’s also a great time for domestic chores. Communication and organization hold the keys. You have lots of admirers. Relax at home. Focus on what’s practical.

Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) 

Today is a 7 — Use private resources. Change up your tactics. Fix up your place. Your mood is infectious. The next three weeks can be especially educational, with Mercury in Capricorn. Do your homework. Be receptive to love. Friends help out.

Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) 

Today is an 8 — Replenish your reserves. New facts dispel old fears. Do what you said you would, and advance. Your simple wisdom gathers fans over the next three weeks. Pay more attention to finances, and they’ll grow. Share what’s working.

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) 

Today is an 8 — Your fame travels far and wide. A social event provides an opportunity for kindness. Continue to gather information. For about three weeks, you have extraordinary communication power, when combined with discipline. Discover assets. List philosophical arguments.

Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) 

Today is a 7 — Others give you a boost. For about three weeks, organizational tasks get fun and increase efficiency and productivity. Spend only what you have. You can find the necessary financing. Share your ideas with friends. They love you.

Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20)

Today is a 7 — Discover new benefits. For the next three weeks, talk things over in your group, and logical solutions arise with ease. Being well organized helps. Imagine and dream. Upgrade technology to make your shared vision come true.