Horoscopes

For Tuesday, Oct. 17

Those with birthdays today: Zip and energy announce your arrival this year. It is as if an energy field hits the scene right before you do. You might want to head in a new direction. Your perspective might be quite different. Change your style and manner of communicating, and dynamic results will greet you. Your instincts prove to be important. Being centered also adds to your personal power and appeal. If you are single, you need to check out new people with care, as often you could draw people who are unavailable and hurtful. If you are attached, choose to experience more downtime together. Frequent getaways will fire up your romance. VIRGO is your natural healer.

The Stars Show the Kind of Day You’ll Have: 5-Dynamic; 4-Positive; 3-Average; 2-So-so; 1-Difficult

Aries (March 21-April 19)

Emphasize what needs to be done. You’ll get through oodles of work if you focus. You gain perspective through a brainstorming session or a talk with a key person in your life. Tonight: Off to the gym, or take a walk.

Taurus (April 20-May 20)

You might want to rethink a decision with precision and directness. Emphasize your perspective of late involving a partnership. You have a strong sense of direction. Tonight: Say yes.

Gemini (May 21-June 20)

Basics do count. Listen to others and know what must ultimately be handled. Your creativity helps you sleuth through any convoluted situation. Tonight: Anchor in.

Cancer (June 21-July 22)

You have a way with words right now that could change not only your decisions but also those of people around you. Start listening to yourself. Curb judgments. Tonight: Visit with a pal.

Leo (July 23-Aug. 22)

As difficult as it might be, you might need to say no to spending. A risk could totally backfire. Don’t expose yourself to what might not be solid and secure – especially emotionally. Tonight: Do for yourself.

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)

You might be strong and directed. How you deal with someone might determine this bond’s long-term history. You need to remain sensitive to a family member’s needs. Tonight: Make yourself smile.

Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)

Know when to step back, though on some level you might not be able to rope yourself in. If nothing else, pick and choose your words with care. Take a walk if you need a break. Tonight: Schedule some downtime.

Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)

Your instincts serve you well with a boss or someone you look up to. Investigate new possibilities that someone presents. Create a more vital life. Tonight: Where the action is.

Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)

A change in your mind-set proves to be more than beneficial. You will be able to present a key issue differently. Take charge and stay in touch with others’ demands. Tonight: Bathe in the limelight.

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)

Read between the lines and get feedback from those you respect and who are in the know. Your professional or public image might be very important. Tonight: Detach from a problem.

Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)

Investigate and question. If you’re questioning what is going on, detach, but also check in with an impartial party. You might be amazed by what comes up. Tonight: Say yes to a special person.

Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20)

Others run with the ball. You will not be able to beat them to the finish line. Knowing this fact, make choices accordingly. An associate has strong instincts about a personal or key matter. Tonight: Say yes.