Aries: Decide where to direct your attention and where your abilities may be most valuable. Demanding circumstances could force you to choose between your professional and personal obligations or to try to juggle them equally.

Taurus: Giving in to an urge to splurge or allowing extravagances to take over may cause you some trouble in the week to come. Consider putting away the screens, taking a break to breathe some fresh air, and spending time in nature.

Gemini: An unbelievable offer may be exactly that. Perform your due diligence before signing any documents or agreements. Someone’s impatience or vagueness could be a clue that you need to slow down before moving forward.

Cancer: You could become unfocused if you spend too much time daydreaming. Shift your attention back to your goals. You may find an agreeable compromise with others but put things in writing to prevent details from becoming unclear.

Leo: You may take time for much-needed relaxation today. Be careful not to become consumed in an unnecessary power struggle. An intense focus on your tasks could carry over and cause problems within relationships this week.

Virgo: You may demonstrate your bright ideas and reinforce your goals as this week begins by spending time with others who can offer you a support system. Powerful connections might inspire you to be more open-minded.

Libra: Powerful feelings should be directed into the appropriate channels. Do not let outsized ambitions or minor jealousies interfere with your serenity in the week to come. Focus on inspired methods to make your dreams come true.

Scorpio: A cool and calculating mind will find all the angles. You might be particularly talented at handling details today. You could avoid a lot of trouble by asking key questions and refusing to move on until you receive the answer.

Sagittarius: It could be wise to avoid temptations in the week ahead. You may be better off using your skills to help others and improve circumstances. Make it a point to play it clean and your reputation can become ever more spotless.

Capricorn: If you spend more time with friends or participate in group gatherings you may be less likely to lose sight of your purpose in the upcoming week. Loved ones and close companions could trigger a fight or flight mechanism.

Aquarius: It may be possible to keep a loved one close without smothering them. Possessiveness could become slightly problematic in the week ahead or you could be tempted to take drastic steps to express your feelings.

Pisces: You may need to move outside your comfort zone to properly work the room. There are people out there who need to know you, so don’t be shy. Let them know how you could work together and make everyone a winner.

If Oct. 20 is your birthday: You may be romantic at heart and willing to do anything it takes to keep the peace as the next two to three weeks fly by. However, you could be too wrapped up in wishful thinking and fantasies to accurately assess people and financial matters. It may be wise to avoid making important commitments. Late November might not be a good time for investments or important decisions. You might be worried about preserving your resources and could miss out on something more essential.

Magi Helena, Tribune Content Agency