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 an 8 — Don’t be distracted by unproven methods. For about three weeks with Mercury in Libra, rely on experts. Your mate is full of good ideas. Network and grow connections. Fantasies aren’t to be relied upon.

Taurus (April 20-May 20)

Today is a 7 — You’re entering a creative phase. Streamline your routine over the next three weeks, with Mercury in Libra. You can find lots of ways to simplify. Consider an outrageous request. Get practical with an idealist. Offer encouragement.

Gemini (May 21-June 20)

Today is an 8 — Schedule travel for later. Don’t jump into the next adventure just yet. For about three weeks, you’re especially charming, with Mercury in Libra. Get into some creative fun with writing, storytelling and communications. Express your appreciation.

Cancer (June 21-July 22)

Today is a 9 — It’s getting easier to communicate at home over the next three weeks, with Mercury in Libra. You can achieve family consensus on renovation projects. Working at home profits. Upgrade your communications infrastructure. Don’t risk savings.

Leo (July 23-Aug. 22)

Today is a 7 — Read the fine print. Learning comes easier with Mercury in Libra the next three weeks. Apply logic as well as emotion. Stay out of someone else’s argument. Intuition bubbles up in meditation. Try the path less traveled.

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)

Today is a 6 — You’re gaining confidence. Creative work pays well over the next three weeks (with Mercury in Libra). You’re passionate about buying something nice. You can think of new ways to make money. Write down the best ideas.

Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)

Today is a 7 — Postpone romance and unnecessary expense. Creative work pays well over the next three weeks (with Mercury in Libra). Write down your best moneymaking ideas. Upgrade technology for excellent service. Invest in efficiency. Research before buying.

Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)

Today is a 9 — Discuss home changes. Work could interfere with travel. Meet virtually instead. Get into planning in private over the next three weeks, with Mercury in Libra. Finish up old business. Listen to your inner voice.

Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)

Today is a 9 — Pay bills before spending on frills. Your popularity is increasing. You’re excellent at speaking to groups over the next few weeks, with Mercury in Libra. Talk about what’s needed, and crowdsource solutions. Consensus comes easier.

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)

Today is a 7 — Attain leadership through education. You’ll have lots of profitable ideas over the next three weeks, with Mercury in Libra. New opportunities arise. Public speaking impacts your professional status… share your experience. Make sure to get enough water.

Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)

Today is a 7 — Wait for the best deal. Over the next three weeks (with Mercury in Libra), expand your territory. Ask probing questions to satisfy your growing curiosity. Use available research avenues to your advantage. Keep legal issues in mind.

Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20)

Today is a 7 — Plan a dream vacation. For the next three weeks with Mercury in Libra, keep close track of earnings and expenses. Explore resources and develop logical plans for sharing and saving. Use this time to implement change.