By Nancy Black

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Today’s Birthday (03/14/16). Take charge for professional expansion this year. Harness a power surge. Imagine your ideal partners. Financial changes require adaptation after 3/23. Prepare for a two-year moneymaking phase, beginning on 9/9. Bring your partnership to the next level after 9/1. Release personal limitations after 9/16. Love feeds you.

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 5 — Handle practical matters first. Breakdowns require attention. Tamp down spending, lending or romantic moves today. Ignore rumors and gossip. Avoid controversy, and forgive miscommunications. Don’t argue with a brick wall. Get help when needed.

Taurus (April 20-May 20) — Today is a 6 — Step carefully, watching for potholes and traffic ahead. Avoid risks and gambles, which could be especially expensive. Arguments over money spark at slight provocation. Keep your head down, and produce valuable results. Teamwork is key.

Gemini (May 21-June 20) — Today is a 5 — The possibility of error looks high now. Don’t gamble with the rent. Passions flare, and then fizzle. Be gracious to someone rude. Navigate obstacles with patience and care. Self-discipline with the budget serves you well.

Cancer (June 21-July 22) — Today is a 5 — For best results, stick close to home in peace and quiet. Let controversies swirl without you. Incoming news disrupts the status quo. Be patient with someone who’s not. Handle practical, frugal efforts behind the scenes.

Leo (July 23-Aug. 22) — Today is a 5 — Group changes develop. The action is backstage. Misunderstandings spark. Take deep breaths when tensions run high. Don’t stir up jealousies among friends, nor tolerate teasing or bullying. Offer more hugs instead. Take a creative tack.

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) — Today is a 5 — You can’t talk your way out of this one. A challenge or upcoming inspection requires attention. Prepare for a test. Your homework is either done or not. Avoid gossip, arguments and distractions.

Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) — Today is a 5 — Private research can advance, although distractions abound. Tell friends you’ll see them later. A new trick doesn’t work. Postpone a financial discussion. Remain polite and respectful, even under pressure. Delays disrupt travels. Read quietly.

Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) — Today is a 6 — Don’t fund a fantasy, even if it’s from someone you love. Manage unexpected expenses. It’s not a good time to travel or start projects. Do the numbers before spending. Avoid financial arguments. Follow rules scrupulously.

Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) — Today is a 5 — Financial disagreements can arise with your partner. Don’t throw money at a problem. Review your objectives and tweak the plan. Prioritize repairs over treats. Avoid confrontation. Leave emergency funds untouched. Listen more than you speak.

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) — Today is a 6 — Navigate work challenges without spending. Assess the situation, and keep your wits. Haste makes waste. Speak carefully, as tempers are short. Expect delays for travels and shipping. Focus on the job at hand.

Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) — Today is a 5 — The competition is getting tougher. A communications breakdown could chill a romance. Avoid antagonizing anyone. Cutting corners could cost you. Inhibit fantasy. Don’t believe everything you hear … the person yelling loudest isn’t necessarily right.

Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20) — Today is a 5 — Handle household matters. Take it slow to avoid mistakes and breakage. Your tranquility gets disrupted by unexpected circumstances. Ignore gossip or whining. Play music and clean closets. Enjoy private time at home or nearby.

(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)