Horoscopes

Happy Birthday: Be wary of selfish individuals. Your willingness to share and do things for others will be taken advantage of if you don’t set boundaries. It’s important to do your best to improve your own life, not everyone else’s. Good fortune will result if you are willing to put yourself first. Don’t think about the changes you want to make – put them into motion.

ARIES (March 21-April 19): Look out for your own well-being. Don’t let anyone put an emotional spin on something in order to make you feel guilty. Get promises in writing.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Romance, love, family, friends and exploring new possibilities are all highlighted today. Get out and do something that will allow you to show off a little.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Do what’s required quickly by using your intelligence and persuasive qualities to get the help you need. Someone will make an offer that’s hard to refuse, but first consider at what cost.

CANCER (June 21-July 22): You'll have some unusual ideas today or will encounter people who have a different philosophy or way of life. Do your best to bring about positive changes to your personal or domestic situation.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Take on a challenge and you will come out a winner. Network and share your thoughts, and you'll gain popularity. Be sure to follow up.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Someone who is demanding or emotionally manipulative will take advantage of you if you are too trusting. Put your time and energy into an unusual plan that will allow you to work with other creative people.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Don’t let someone’s last-minute decisions or changes throw you off your game. Go ahead with your plans and refuse to let anyone stand in your way.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Let your creativity and originality lead you to new opportunities. Don’t sit back waiting for someone to discover what you can do. Make a point to present and promote.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): You'll experience problems while traveling or when dealing with institutions or authority figures. Stick to the rules and refuse to take the blame for someone else’s mistake. Emotional stress is on the rise.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): The information you are given should be reviewed carefully before you take action. Let your instincts guide you when dealing with legal, financial or medical matters.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Check over important papers and make sure everything is up to date. Try to initiate the changes you want to see happen by putting the groundwork in place now. Don’t rely on others if you want things done to your specifications.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Favors will be granted as long as you have been honest about your intentions. If you aren’t forthright, someone will question your motives and ruin your chances to get what you want.

This story was originally published October 18, 2015 at 12:37 PM with the headline "Horoscopes."