Today’s Birthday (07/26/12).

There’s a romance brewing this year, and you’re the star. It involves exotic locations, fascinating situations and an educational and mind-expanding plot. Embrace a healthy lifestyle with plenty of time for yourself to balance the pace. Enjoy it.

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 6 — Keep your objective in mind, and complete work without distractions for the rest of the week. Stand your ground and blast through barriers. Keep a healthy skepticism.

Taurus (April 20-May 20) —

Today is a 7 — You can resist, but change is inevitable. Still, you don’t have to go along if you don’t agree. State your terms. Reason and emotion argue to a standstill. You’ll get noticeably better for the next week.

Gemini (May 21-June 20) —

Today is a 8 — It’s difficult to determine future costs accurately now. Continue to decrease your debt in the coming week regardless. Get your partner involved.

Cancer (June 21-July 22) —

Today is a 6 — You may be forced to choose, and it’s a good thing. Write like it matters. Don’t gossip about your job. Replace an old tool before it breaks. New skills may be required.

Leo (July 23-August 22) —

Today is a 5 — Learning about love is challenging and rewarding. Don’t talk back, and advance to the next level. Get a designated driver. The money will follow. Add a dash of creativity when all else fails.

Virgo (August 23-September 22) —

Today is a 6 — Your sense of justice is strong. Stand up for what you believe, even if seems difficult. How hard can it be? An awkward moment could result in misunderstanding. Handle with care.

Libra (September 23-October 22) —

Today is a 8 — Something very difficult just got easier, so you might as well go for it. Decrease social activities for now. A possible obstacle could be cleared by focusing on love.

Scorpio (October 23-November 21) —

Today is a 8 — Plan your next steps carefully, but also clear time in the schedule for possible distractions that could delay you. Don’t stress if at first you don’t succeed. You can try again tomorrow.

Sagittarius (November 22-December 21) —

Today is a 5 — Don’t spend the money frivolously, especially now. Don’t take yourself too seriously, and solve the puzzle. Be gentle to yourself, and to others. You can teach them, and learn in the process.

Capricorn (December 22-January 19) —

Today is a 6 — Keep most of what you hear to yourself. Trust your instinct, especially when accepting an invitation to go out. Situation unstable. Don’t buy toys; pay back a debt instead.

Aquarius (January 20-February 18) —

Today is a 6 — Make hay while the sun shines. Contact important clients. Continue to decrease impulsive purchases. It’s not a good idea to go to the grocery store when you’re hungry.

Pisces (February 19-March 20) —

Today is a 7 — Don’t fear risk, and continue to increase creative activities. It’s time to explore the areas where you want to go but that you’ve been avoiding. A gentle nudge is all that’s needed.