Today's Birthday (01/06/18). Expand social networks for growing prosperity and fun this year. Contribute steadily for strong results. Financial obstacles prompt an income boost this winter. Romance sparks newly this summer, inspiring a fruitful and profitable collaboration. Support each other.

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 9 -- Surprising news travels at lightning speed. Advance your agenda, especially with your work, health and fitness. A goal is within reach.

Taurus (April 20-May 20) -- Today is a 9 -- Take it easy. Stay in communication with family and friends. You have amazing powers of creativity. Advance a passion project.

Gemini (May 21-June 20) -- Today is a 7 -- Domestic matters take your focus. You may need to deal with unexpected circumstances. Postpone nonessential stuff. Let others know what you need.

Cancer (June 21-July 22) -- Today is a 9 -- Creative projects can advance by leaps and bounds. Follow a brilliant hunch. An old dream inspires you again. Navigate changes in real time.

Leo (July 23-Aug. 22) -- Today is a 9 -- Discover unconsidered financial opportunities. Take a leap forward if you're prepared. Don't get irritated over details. Keep a wide focus and open mind.

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- Today is a 9 -- You're getting stronger. A personal dream is within reach. Let go of a preconception. Change what you tell yourself. Try something new.

Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- Today is a 7 -- Your imagination runs wild. Capture your visions and dreams and mold them into plans. Sort and organize the data. Take good notes.

Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- Today is a 9 -- Pull your team together to take advantage of a lucky break. If you move quickly, you can leap ahead. A friend's bizarre idea could work. Keep confidences.

Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- Today is an 8 -- Career opportunities present unexpectedly. Challenges may include communication or traffic delays. Still, if you can move quickly now you can advance double.

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- Today is an 8 -- Study, research and explore. Avoid a conflict of interest. Tempers could flare, so choose words carefully. Do the homework, and discover fresh terrain.

Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- Today is a 9 -- A surprising opportunity sparks. Financial obligations require attention. To avoid a potential problem, play the game exactly by the book. Monitor changes closely.

Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20) -- Today is an 8 -- Good news comes from far away. You and a partner can expand your operations if you can avoid arguments. Postpone financial discussions. Make long-range plans.

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