Moon Alert: There are no restrictions to shopping or important decisions today. The Moon is in Aries.

Happy birthday for Thursday, Nov. 23, 2023: You are honest, entertaining, adventurous and charming. You rarely back down from a challenge. This is a year of change, which means you must be flexible and ready to act fast. Trust your intuition. Expect to travel and expand your horizons. Let go of whatever holds you back.

Aries (March 21-April 19): Many of you might encounter travel restrictions or difficulties with red-tape situations related to travel, especially when dealing with authority figures. Do be aware of this. Never underestimate the power of courtesy. Patience will be your best friend today. Tonight: You win!

Taurus (April 20-May 20): Issues related to banking, shared property, inheritances or insurance matters might be a thorn in your side today. This is not an ideal day to make your pitch to get help from others, to borrow money or to get a mortgage. People will say, “Talk to the hand.” Tonight: Quiet time.

Gemini (May 21-June 20): Be patient with close friends, partners and spouses today, because people feel on edge and under pressure, especially when dealing with authority figures, bosses, rules and regulations. You might feel there are too many demands being made of you. Slow down; take it easy; get things in perspective. Tonight: Socialize!

Cancer (June 21-July 22): This might be a challenging day at work for many of you or with any task that you set for yourself today. No doubt, rules, regulations and restrictions of some kind will be something that you have to deal with. Remember: What the large print giveth, the small print taketh away. Tonight: You’re noticed.

Leo (July 23-Aug. 22): Social outings, sports events and anything related to children might create problems or extra responsibilities for you today. Accept this and cope as best you can. That’s the secret. Negativity is wanting things to be different than the way they are. Once you see what the situation is, work with it. Tonight: Explore ideas!

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Parents and family members might be an increased responsibility for you today. Or you might have to work harder to meet the demands of others, especially older family members. Roll up your sleeves and tackle home repairs and practical issues. Younger people might help. Tonight: Discuss finances.

Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): It’s easy to fall into worry mode today. Life is fast-paced, and you have a lot on your plate. Fortunately, your ruler Venus is in your sign now making you patient, charming and diplomatic with everyone. But remember that you have rights. You don’t have to please everyone. Tonight: Ideas!

Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): You might feel a financial squeeze play today. The cost of food is high, and people need to eat. In particular, raising kids and meeting their needs is also more challenging. Fortunately, Mars is in your sign giving you energy and drive, and you’re a problem-solver! Tonight: Check your belongings.

Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Today the Sun is in your sign at odds with stern Saturn, which can be discouraging. It means things won’t go your way, especially if you need approval from authority figures. However, relations with friends and groups will be warm and supportive. Tonight: Entertain!

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Fair Venus is at high noon in your chart making you look attractive to others, especially authority figures. Some of you might strike up a romance or flirtation with a boss. Nevertheless, today you feel cut off from others, possibly forgotten. This is a fleeting dark moment. Tonight: Relax.

Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Travel for pleasure appeals to you now. You’re keen to go after what you want. Nevertheless, friends or groups might create problems and increased responsibilities for you today. Make time to listen to someone. Be a genuine listener. Tonight: Conversations.

Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20): This might be a tough day to deal with authority figures -- bosses, parents, teachers, VIPs and the police. You might not get what you ask for. Therefore, try to be as independent as possible. Travel plans will be energetic. Whatever happens, you make a great impression on others. Tonight: Money ideas.