Today’s Birthday (06/25/12).

Confidence and optimism arise to flavor the coming year, generating new opportunities for leadership in July. Keep providing great service. Meditate or lose yourself in nature when you need a peace break. Your network keeps expanding with love and attention. Go for balance, health and happiness.

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 — Slow and steady does it. Keep hammering to complete the tasks at hand. Take some time to write a love letter. Resist the urge to be impetuous. Listen to your dreams.

Taurus (April 20-May 20) —

Today is a 7 — Show more strength. The next few weeks are good for building a strong foundation. It’s not a good time to delegate. Learn something from a younger person.

Gemini (May 21-June 21) —

Today is a 6 — Romance looks good now and for the next few months. Look for new ways to improve your skills. Balance work with play, and complete your responsibilities.

Cancer (June 22-July 22) —

Today is a 7 — Your hard work pays off for the next few weeks, and it’s easier to make money. But don’t spend it right off. You’ll want to replenish reserves. Save for what you want.

Leo (July 23-Aug. 22) —

Today is a 9 — Your trash is someone else’s treasure. You move faster when your load is lightened, so make some space by cleaning out. Pass it on to the thrift store or have a yard sale.

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) —

Today is a 9 — It’s getting easier to get help. Let people know what you need. Forgive (even if you don’t forget), and gain peace. It’s lighter.

Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) —

Today is a 6 — You’ll make great progress working with a team for the next few weeks. Take good care of your friends, and let them take care of you. It’s easy.

Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) —

Today is a 7 — List potential problems, and decide when and how to solve them. Organization is key. Start thinking of ways to make money. Don’t spend what you yet don’t have.

Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) —

Today is a 7 — More opportunities for learning and teaching are on the way. Every decision you make counts. Consider the consequences, and choose wisely. Get counsel if needed.

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) —

Today is an 8 — There’s power in reaffirming your commitment. Everything lines up to support it. Tread lightly so that money doesn’t slip through your fingers.

Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) —

Today is a 7 — There’s a moment of great intensity. Use the energy to your advantage. Responsibilities and projects that seemed stuck finally gain some forward momentum.

Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20) —

Today is an 8 — Concentrate intently. Intentions that were glued shut are now in motion, and you may need to jump. Make positive changes. Take advantage of a lucky break.