Aries: Use caution in who you ally yourself with, someone could potentially drag you down with them. Be charming and sociable but consider postponing any agreements to taking on new commitments or starting new business ventures.

Taurus: Make sure to schedule personal time for yourself. Constantly attending to others’ needs can throw off your own balance and routines. While it might be important to be available for others, set clear boundaries to maintain your own well-being.

Gemini: Your enthusiasm may be commendable and playful to some. Consider holding off for a few days before making any major decisions or changes that could impact your future. It may be helpful to gather more information while you wait.

Cancer: Dreams of success could propel you forward. You might crave material possessions, like a larger home or a new car, but your taste could be changing. Your future financial security might be a huge source of motivation for you.

Leo: The potential risks something new might bring must be weighed against likely rewards coming your way by doing nothing. Do your best to stay composed and self-assured despite any upsets. Anticipate surprises from those around you.

Virgo: You can choose to daydream or dwell on fantasies or focus solely on what truly makes you happy. You might be able to get reassurance on a huge concern by either making a call or sending an email. Be open to looking for solutions.

Libra: Even with the best-laid plans, things don’t always go as expected. Your mental image of your financial situation might be off, reacquaint yourself with the facts. After, consider concentrating on social engagements and enhancing your public persona.

Scorpio: Seize the moment to break free. You can confine a wild animal, but once you open the door, its nature will likely be to roam free. Seek opportunities to showcase your authentic self, your open-mindedness may make you distinctive in any group.

Sagittarius: If you believe someone is intelligent, they may act in ways that seem intelligent to you. Similarly, if you hold any preconceived bias about something or someone, you will likely find evidence that supports that view as well.

Capricorn: You are smart enough to know that other people are smart, too. Think about allowing others the time and space to navigate their own challenges. Give someone close to you extra room, trusting they’re capable of solving their own issues.

Aquarius: Lead and motivate others but be careful of being misled by superficial impressions. Consider focusing on the facts and recognizing any wishful thinking. Your role might involve introducing innovative strategies or methods.

Pisces: Maintaining close contact with your friends could be beneficial. Achieving your goals may happen much faster than you might have anticipated. Exercising your best communication skills could help to get a job done faster and better.

If Feb. 13 is your birthday: You may be able to get ahead during the coming weeks by using wise and practical strategies to make profits. Your goals, however, could shift in March and April. Your circumstances might change, or your routines may be disrupted by unexpected events. An opportunity that arrives in May could be the answer to your prayers but also may involve some wishful thinking on your part. Use all the wisdom at your disposal to launch plans and projects in a realistic way. During June you may need to buckle down to work and handle obligations diligently.

Magi Helena, Tribune Content Agency