For Monday, Oct. 8:

This year an innate tension exists between two seemingly opposing interests that are pulling you in different directions. As a result, your juggling skills become critical. If you are single, this person could become more than just an acquaintance. If you are attached, travel could play a very important role in your year.

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)

••• You might need to depend on someone else, which could make you uncomfortable. You simply cannot be everywhere at once. Tonight: Mosey on home.

Taurus (April 20-May 20)

•••• Reach out for a key person who has been evasive lately. If this individual continues in this manner, revamp your approach or simply choose not to deal with him or her. Tonight: Share a different perspective about an investment and/or an expenditure.

Gemini (May 21-June 20)

••• You offer a lot. Your creativity might be at a standstill, but this will last for only a short period of time. Tonight: Avoid extremes.

Cancer (June 21-July 22)

•••• Tension builds. Allow greater give-and-take, and remember to center yourself. Tonight: Whatever works for you.

Leo (July 23-Aug. 22)

••• Time works in your favor, though impulsiveness might be your initial reaction. Know that an immediate decision most likely would backfire. Tonight: Get extra R and R.

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)

•••• You benefit from hearing what people around you have to say. You might not be sure as to what decision or choice to make, so get as much feedback as possible. Tonight: Catch up with a friend.

Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)

•••• Meet responsibilities head-on. Your willingness to step up to the plate is what identifies you and separates you from others. Tonight: Take the first step in making a dream happen.

Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)

•••• Reach out for experts. Do some research on your own, too, and you will have a greater understanding when speaking to others. Tonight: Listen to passionate music.

Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)

••••• Deal with a key person directly who has an impact on you personally and/or professionally. At times, you might find that your guard goes up when this person shares. Tonight: Togetherness works.

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)

•••• Let others express what they want. By encouraging such exchanges, others will feel more comfortable and be willing to share with you. Tonight: Go with the flow.

Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)

•••• Focus on accomplishments and getting a project completed. Your creativity surges and might distract you, but if you funnel it into what you’re doing, it could help you complete and/or add a little more imagination to that project. Tonight: Squeeze in some exercise.

Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20)

••••• Brainstorm and share more with others. At the same time, you do not want to reveal too much about a particular person. Tonight: So what if it is Monday?