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(02/29/16). Climb the educational ladder this year. Personal growth (after 3/8) leads to a shift in shared educational priorities (after 3/23). Begin a productive two-year phase after 9/9. A relationship moves to the next level (after 9/1), rearranging your personal goals (after 9/16). Grow the love.

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 eight — Manage your time to increase educational benefits. Review your resources, and make changes as necessary. Guard against losses. Check statements for errors. Garbled or broken communications could cause confusion. Resist the urge to slack off.

Taurus (April 20-May 20)

— Today is an eight — Collaboration takes you further today. Stay patient with communication confusion. Let another decide. Action speaks louder than words. Move quickly, but not recklessly. Watch your step, and open the door to your future.

Gemini (May 21-June 20)

— Today is a nine — Shift into higher gear. Anticipate disagreement, and avoid educational discussion for now. Verify the investment of time and dedication first . You can benefit from a dreamer’s vision. Get busy writing. It could be productive.

Cancer (June 21-July 22)

— Today is a seven — The game is getting good, and your team is hot. Successes come through your own energy and effort, despite the impulse to run. Consider your next move carefully. Listen for the best timing to jump.

Leo (July 23-Aug. 22)

— Today is a six — Dreams reveal a major change. A school project takes an unexpected detour. Research and progress could see delays. Adapt your plans accordingly. Get serious with your homework. Practice and study. Take satisfying action.

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)

— Today is an eight — Get your message out. Question authority. Untangle communications snarls as they occur. Move fast with important news. You know what to do. Social life could interfere with a deadline. Your success is depending on you.

Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)

— Today is a nine — It’s easier to make educational decisions. Pay attention and ask questions. Provide leadership. Commit to a new direction. Resist the temptation to learn frivolously. Choose for success and quality. Invest in tutors.

Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)

— Today is a nine — You’re on a roll. Make an amazing personal discovery. Things aren’t as they seem. Wait, and watch developments. Work quickly and carefully, without stomping on anyone. Full speed ahead. A rush job prevents scheduled plans.

Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)

— Today is a six — Good planning leads to abundance. Take charge. Cut entertainment time. Give assistance on complicated task. Stillness and peace provides the perfect setting for productivity. Work faster and learn more. Increase efficiency.

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)

— Today is a seven — Begin a fresh page in a group project. Address an uncomfortable situation head on for the quickest resolution. Watch your step, and get moving. Take advantage of a sudden opportunity. Keep everyone informed as changes occur.

Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)

— Today is a seven — Go for educational gold! A rise in status lies within sight. Avoid reckless behavior. Tempers could be short. Take advantage of the new opportunities. Make a heart-felt decision. New opportunities require immediate action.

Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20)

— Today is an eight — Bring along as little things as possible before continuing on your journey. Bring only what you’ll need. Toss out the nonessential. Review your notes and assignments. Advancement could require quick thinking. Study the situation, and make backup plans.

(Astrologer Nancy Black continues her mother Linda Black’s legacy horoscopes column. She welcomes comments and questions on Twitter, @lindablack. For more astrological interpretations visit Linda Black Horoscopes and www.nancyblack.com)

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