Today’s Birthday (07/03/19). Go for the gold this year. You and a partner make a powerful team. A summer spotlight shines your way before you overcome a challenge together. Your connection deepens to new levels next winter, prompting a shift in your self-image. Practice for love, happiness and strength.

To get the advantage, check the day’s rating: 10 is the easiest day, 0 the most challenging.

Aries (March 21-April 19) — Today is an 8 — Fill your home with love. Enjoy household projects, with Venus in Cancer over about 35 days. Focus on family, and make household improvements.

Taurus (April 20-May 20) — Today is an 8 — Research and studies lead to fascinating discoveries. You love learning, with Venus in Cancer. You’re especially creative and brilliant. Write, craft and express.

Gemini (May 21-June 20) — Today is a 9 — The next four and a half weeks can get profitable, with Venus in Cancer. It’s easier to make money. Get into your productive zone.

Cancer (June 21-July 22) — Today is a 9 — Discover fresh passion. Enjoy fun with family. Your luck in love improves, with Venus in your sign for just over a month. You’re especially attractive.

Leo (July 23-Aug. 22) — Today is a 7 — Make plans, finish old jobs and rest, with Venus in Cancer. Consider dreams and fantasies. Savor quiet time. Keep secrets and prepare your agenda.

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) — Today is a 9 — You’re popular over about 35 days, with Venus in Cancer. Group efforts go well. Get out in public. Social activities benefit your career.

Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) — Today is an 8 — Watch for career advances. Take on new responsibility, with Venus in Cancer over four and a half weeks. Assume authority, and your professional status rises.

Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) — Today is a 7 — It’s easier to venture forth, with Venus in Cancer. Set goals, and plan a trip. Travel comes easier. Get involved in a fascinating study.

Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) — Today is a 9 — Find a sweet deal. Review the numbers, with Venus in Cancer. This phase favors saving and growing money into shared accounts. Increase assets together.

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) — Today is an 8 — Partnerships come easier this month, with Venus in Cancer. Compromise comes easier. Rely on mutual support. Collaborate for a shared passion. Grow loving bonds.

Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) — Today is an 8 — Practice to grow your heart, with Venus in Cancer. Find passion in your work. Health, beauty, creativity and profit come together. Exercise builds strength and endurance.

Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20) — Today is an 8 — You’re attractive, with Venus in Cancer. The game is getting fun. Artistic efforts work in your favor. Create beauty. Your muse sings to you.