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

Happy birthday for Sunday, Oct. 20 2024: You are fun-loving and playful. You are also compassionate and a lover of poetry and music. This is a more laid-back year. It’s time to rejuvenate your energy and outlook on life. Hang out with those who are kind and helpful. Choose meaningful relationships that benefit you.

Aries (March 21-April 19): Pull in your ambitions, because today it’s hard to get things done. People feel a bit sluggish. Personally, you might feel a bit depressed. People are judgmental. Life feels a bit hard. Tonight: Life is better.

Taurus (April 20-May 20): You are the financial wizard of the zodiac; however, today you might have money concerns. (Join the club. We number in the millions.) You’re willing to work hard now, but some kind of financial situation discourages you. Tonight: You’re encouraged.

Gemini (May 21-June 20): Take it easy today. Reduce the demands on yourself and others, because the Moon is in your sign at odds with stern Saturn, which can be depressing. It makes you feel like life is hard. Your glass is half empty. Tonight: It’s OK.

Cancer (June 21-July 22): Today it’s easy to feel cut off from others. And this might be the case. It also might be that you are unconsciously creating barriers or raising fences. Don’t worry, because this depressing influence is brief. It’s gone by the end of the day. Tonight: You feel better.

Leo (July 23-Aug. 22): You might be upset by something that someone older or more experienced says to you, especially if it’s in a group setting. We all feel upset by comments now and then. Chill out. Tonight: Be friendly.

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): It might be hard to get others to jump on board with your plans today. For that matter, it might be hard to get yourself to jump on board, because today is a sluggish day. People are slow to get started and be productive. Therefore, take it easy. Tonight: You’re confident.

Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Something on social media or in the news might depress you today. (That’s easy to understand.) Be selective about what you read. You enjoy fashion, cooking and home decor. Admittedly, you’re also into politics and legal matters. Tonight: Explore!

Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Pull in your ambitions today. Do as little as possible. Enjoy some solitude in beautiful surroundings, preferably with some good food and drink. Fortunately, this angst is temporary. Tonight: Check your finances.

Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): This isn’t a good day to have an important discussion with a friend or partner about future plans or how to handle matters at home, because people are inclined to be depressed and negative today. Postpone this discussion for another day. (Be smart.) Tonight: Cooperate.

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Work might feel like drudgery today. If you can, get away with as little as possible. You are not alone. Many people feel discouraged today because of a temporary dark cloud on the horizon. That’s the key word though — “temporary.” Tonight: Work.

Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Children might be an increased responsibility today. It’s hard to live up to the expectations of others, isn’t it? Free yourself from these expectations. This is a challenging day for everyone: factoid. Tonight: Socialize.

Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20): Be patient with family members. Many people feel discouraged today. Perhaps you can choose to be the energy to counter this. Be a bright spot in someone’s day! Fortunately, this lethargic, discouraging influence is brief. Tonight: Relax.