Today’s Birthday (07/19/12).

The care you’ve taken with home and work is beginning to pay dividends. Your focus has been with family, and that continues until an autumn shift into new educational opportunities arises. There’s no underestimating the value of health.

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 7 — A barrier is dissolving or becoming unimportant. Love takes top priority for the next two days, with the help of friends. Accept a nice benefit with grace. Celebrate.

Taurus (April 20-May 20) —

Today is a 6 — Incorporate the ancient art of feng shui into your home. Create space for optimism. Don’t rush and enjoy the moment. Let others go ahead, you can always catch up later.

Gemini (May 21-June 20) —

Today is a 7 — Writing comes easier than normal now. Find motivation and express your thoughts in poetry or prose. Important people are watching. Follow a suggestion and experience a breakthrough.

Cancer (June 21-July 22) —

Today is a 9 — Making money is easier than you think now. Take charge of your finances, and increase your savings for the future. Be happy with what you have and grateful for what you don’t. Learn from a child.

Leo (July 23-August 22) —

Today is a 9 — Enjoy your moment in the limelight, but don’t forget how you got here. See what difference you can make for another. It’s in sharing your success that true satisfaction is found.

Virgo (August 23-September 22) —

Today is a 6 — Listen to an older person as if you’d paid them a million bucks. You’re entering two high-pressure days. You can manage more than you give yourself credit for.

Libra (September 23-October 22) —

Today is a 7 — Your friends take priority now. Working at home is profitable. A distant connection brings luck. Discover a hidden treasure in your pockets, or close by.

Scorpio (October 23-November 21) —

Today is a 7 — It’s easier to be assertive and decisive, especially where your future career’s involved. Accept and welcome encouragement from your friends. Enjoy the story (it has a happy ending).

Sagittarius (November 22-December 21) —

Today is a 8 — Teach others to believe, rather than teaching them what to believe. Lead by example. Don’t be afraid to step out of your comfort zone. Discover hidden treasure.

Capricorn (December 22-January 19) —

Today is a 7 — Do financial planning today and tomorrow. You don’t need to go far to find new profits. Ask and ye shall receive. You’re very popular now, and friends are happy to help.

Aquarius (January 20-February 18) —

Today is a 8 — You’re on a roll, and gaining respect. Ask friends for advice … grow your bonds with shared interests. You’re quite attractive now. Go ahead and play full out.

Pisces (February 19-March 20) —

Today is a 9 — You’re entering two days of steady work effort, but don’t get so busy that you miss an interesting suggestion. Invest in success. Listen for insights. You’re learning fast.