For Monday, Feb. 18:

This year you have a unique opportunity to expand your horizons. Your creativity soars, and Lady Luck seems to be riding on your shoulder. If you are single, you could meet someone very special and significant to your life history. If you are attached, the two of you start acting like new lovers.

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)

••• If you don’t accomplish what you want to do early on, you might find that it becomes more difficult as the day goes on. Others seem to interfere with your normal routine. Tonight: Talk to a friend.

Taurus (April 20-May 20)

•••• Emphasize the role that others play in your life in order to manifest a goal. The additional responsibility you have shouldered in the past few weeks seems to pay off. Tonight: Balance your budget.

Gemini (May 21-June 20)

••••• You’ll head into work feeling sure of yourself. If you want something done your way, you’ll have to take the lead. Tonight: To the wee hours.

Cancer (June 21-July 22)

••• Stop, and try to take in what is going on behind the scenes. Your fatigue is apparent, and you know when you have had enough. Tonight: Head home early.

Leo (July 23-Aug. 22)

••••• Focus on long-term outcomes, especially if you are experiencing a lot of back-and-forth in your daily life. Financial matters come to the forefront. Tonight: Where the crowds are.

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)

••• You could feel pressured and become tenser as a result of a certain situation. Key people in your life are optimistic; however, you might feel anxious when hearing the same news and information. Tonight: Choose a stressbuster.

Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)

••• Your playfulness might become tempered by the realization of how much you need to do. Detach and prioritize, and you’ll get more done than you thought possible. Tonight: Make it easy.

Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 20)

••• Your communication style seems to be transforming. You might not like everything that is being revealed right now. Tonight: Easy works.

Sagittarius (Nov. 21-Dec. 21)

••••• Approach a recurring situation differently. You might choose to be less verbal. Tonight: Your optimism makes a big difference in your dealings.

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)

••••• Realize what is happening within your immediate circle. Try to do something differently. Tonight: Live it up. Enjoy catching up on a friend’s news.

Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)

••• You have been a bundle of energy as of late. Suddenly, the need to slow down hits you. Tonight: Do a little shopping.

Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20)

•••• Your way of dealing with a problem could change radically. You’ll observe others and see different ways of handling pressure and communication issues. Tonight: As you like it.