Today’s Birthday (05/14/16)

Practice your passion this year. Shared financial discipline pays in positive numbers. Professional breakthroughs this spring lead to a two-year creative buzz, beginning late summer. Set a personal record before shifting course with group efforts this autumn. Do it all for love and family. Cook up some romance. 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 — Handle basic work priorities today and tomorrow, and add extra exercise if you can. Nurture health with good food and rest, despite the busy tempo. Make time for love.

Taurus (April 20-May 20)

Today is a 6 — Relax with friends and family over the next few days. Find the fun wherever you are. Romance is a growing possibility. Choose stability over illusion, and follow your heart.

Gemini (May 21-June 20)

Today is a 5 — Get into domestic projects. Home and family require more attention. Clear clutter and make repairs. Ignore old worries. Drink plenty of water to help you think clearly. Hang out together.

Cancer (June 21-July 22)

Today is an 8 — Communications flow with greater ease today and tomorrow. A little sugar helps soften criticism. Get into a creative project, and take advantage of your muses. Read, write and talk. Welcome contributions.

Leo (July 23-Aug. 22)

Today is an 8 — Manage incoming and outgoing funds. Creative ideas blossom; try not to go overboard with costs. You don’t need to throw money at a problem. Resolution is available. Work together.

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)

Today is a 9 — Your confidence is just what the group needs. Blast forward and put willing helpers to work. Inspire, instead of demanding. Use your persuasive arts. Passions may be high. Gain strength and options.

Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)

Today is a 5 — A female provides intriguing ideas. Retreat from the world today and tomorrow, and consider. Avoid expense and fuss. Look from a new view and transformations occur. Take someone’s words to heart.

Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)

Today is a 7 — Stay objective in a tense situation. Your team is inspirational. You can always include another into your circle of friends. Ask others to contribute. Persuade gently and with compassion.

Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)

Today is an 8 — A career opportunity arises. There’s more responsibility available, if you can manage it. Delegate non-essential tasks. Choose reality over fantasy. Avoid water damage. Planning is key, and practice makes perfect.

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)

Today is an 8 — Travels and studies reward. There’s no need for extravagance; hold off on expensive meals or souvenirs. Don’t fall for a scam. Watch your steps. Take it slow and enjoy the view.

Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)

Today is a 7 — Don’t go overboard with spending on stuff you don’t need. It’s OK to say “no” to an impractical and costly plan. Suggest a less expensive option. Share your vision and persuade with data.

Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20)

Today is an 8 — Collaborate to go further. Reality clashes with fantasy. What you get isn’t what you expected. Check your plans for errors, and make adjustments together. Revise your vocabulary. Persistence wins.