Today’s Birthday (07/28/12).

This is the year to explore the world through travel and education. Home and family provide a solid anchor. A springtime career boost leads to busy time at work, with communications challenges later in the year. Follow your heart.

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 — Listen to others and learn. New opportunities show up when you’re open to change. Attend a social event, but keep your finances private. Fix up your room a bit.

Taurus (April 20-May 20) —

Today is a 6 — Get your message out by whatever means necessary. Come from the perspective that you’re providing a service. Get some physical exercise and rest deeply.

Gemini (May 21-June 20) —

Today is a 7 — The weekend offers great opportunities to grow in your relationship. You can move mountains! Talk about everything, but remember to listen. Try not to arouse jealousies.

Cancer (June 21-July 22) —

Today is a 8 — You have a thousand wonderful ideas and would love to explore the unknown and the mysterious. Deadlines may just be annoying. Nonetheless, get them done first.

Leo (July 23-Aug. 22) —

Today is a 6 — Adding play to your day increases the odds for success. The trick is to have fun and be productive at the same time. With patience and attention to detail, your credit rating is improving.

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) —

Today is a 7 — Something is just not right, and the surprise is spoiled, but there’s no reason to be upset. Look on the bright side of the problem. You may find the answer in a dream.

Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) —

Today is a 6 — Access creative powers from deep inside and inspire others. Focus on the greater good, even if it costs extra time or money. Your status is enhanced by your actions.

Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) —

Today is a 8 — You’re brilliant now, but don’t be blinded by fool’s gold. Build a good structure for your dreams, and for those of others. Working together you can get farther. You’ll be glad you did.

Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) —

Today is a 8 — Re-assess your assets, and go for the gold. New financial opportunities show up, but money saved is money earned. Passion is possible now, and opens new doors. Your friends are happy to teach you.

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) —

Today is a 7 — Puzzle pieces click into place. Curious discoveries may lead to commitments. Words fall out of your mouth naturally, as you’re excited about what’s created. Schedule to maintain existence.

Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) —

Today is a 6 — Accept a nice bonus. Spend more imagination than money, and simplify the process. Remember your dreams and entertain someone at breakfast.

Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20) —

Today is a 6 — There’s support even in disagreement now, although necessary adaptations may be required. Make a promise you’d love to keep. There could be unexpected loss in travel.