For Friday, April 12:

This year you will experience a change in yourself when you’re in front of crowds or at work. An interest in popularity, control and effective communication evolves. If you are single, you will meet an admirer when you’re out or at work. If you are attached, include your sweetie more in your social life.

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)

•••• Be careful what you ask for, because you just might get it … and later be sorry that you did. Stay centered. Tonight: Your treat.

Taurus (April 20-May 20)

•••• Someone you are dealing with could do a total reversal. Your discussions might have seemed right-on, but obviously there was a vulnerability that was not discussed. Tonight: Know that you have done as much as possible.

Gemini (May 21-June 20)

•• You might want to rethink your direction in a partnership. At the last minute, this person could pull the rug right out from under you. Tonight: Whatever feels right.

Cancer (June 21-July 22)

•••• You can’t hide your enthusiasm for the upcoming weekend. You still might need to complete a project, whether it’s doing your taxes or spring cleaning. Tonight: Only what you want.

Leo (July 23-Aug. 22)

•••• Others look up to you. Just when you think everything is under control, chaos erupts. Tonight: To the wee hours.

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)

•••• Someone’s stubbornness forces you to detach and rethink your plans. You need to head down a path with fewer obstacles. Tonight: Take in different vistas.

Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)

••• You might be off on some adventure — at least in your mind — when someone suddenly hits you with unexpected news. You might not appreciate this touch of reality, but you will be grounded as a result. Tonight: Togetherness works well.

Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)

•••• You have a way of testing others’ limits, and today is no exception. Calls come in and meetings happen. Tonight: Hang out.

Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)

••••• Your creativity emerges when dealing with a sudden change. Be cautious about taking any risks, especially if they are financial, as you could set yourself back in a big way. Tonight: Head home. If possible, go for a walk.

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)

•••• You have started using your creativity more frequently, and now you are fairly sure of yourself. Some people find you to be an endless source of inspiration. Tonight: Let the weekend begin.

Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)

••• Your mind is focused on a personal or domestic matter. You also could be going over the pros and cons of a situation. Tonight: Out and about.

Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20)

••••• You have a way with words that makes others step back and listen. You might not be as sure of yourself as you could or should be. Tonight: Meet friends for munchies and drinks.