WEDNESDAY, OCT. 16, 2024

Keep your emotions under wraps and your ego in check when dealing with domestic or professional matters. Anger solves nothing, but insight and ingenuity will put you in a position of power. Use your energy to take advantage of a new way to utilize your skills and promote unique opportunities.

Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 23): Put your energy into something that will help you get ahead. Raise your qualifications or skills, or share your vision with someone in a position to help promote you. Follow your heart.

Scorpio (Oct. 24-Nov. 22): You’re in the driver’s seat; formalize your case, ask for what you want and confidently push forward. Set a budget you can live with and refuse to let anyone talk you into spending more than you can handle.

Sagittarius (Nov. 23-Dec. 21): Take time for self-improvement, personal growth and mapping out a path that leads to happiness and peace of mind. Don’t be afraid to do your own thing. Act accordingly.

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): You know the ropes, so don’t let emotions disrupt your plans. Put a budget in place to accommodate what you want to achieve. Your tenacity and insight will unnerve anyone trying to get in your way.

Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 19): Participation will lead to discovery and opportunity. Turn your attention to well-thought-out, functional changes. Don’t be a bystander; own the spotlight and make things happen.

Pisces (Feb. 20-March 20): Play fair and watch for anyone who displays untrustworthiness. Live within your means and put a greater onus on health, fitness and diet. Nurture what and whom you love, and make romance a priority.

Aries (March 21-April 19): Carefully choose whom you allow in your circle. Surround yourself with upbeat, positive individuals, and you’ll find it easier to manifest these traits in yourself. Positive input will attract good results.

Taurus (April 20-May 20): Take charge before someone else steps in. Utilize your strengths and diminish your weaknesses to avoid interference. Put your energy where it will have the most significant impact.

Gemini (May 21-June 20): Look on the bright side, but don’t let anyone take advantage of you or your good nature. Trust yourself to get things done. Anger and arguments will waste valuable time best spent tending to your agenda.

Cancer (June 21-July 22): You have plenty to gain if you promote yourself with confidence and finesse. Refuse to resort to negativity or false accusations. Get the facts, deal with matters quickly and move along.

Leo (July 23-Aug. 22): Proceed with caution; too much too fast will backfire. Gather information, consider your options and leave no room for error. Knowledge and experience will be key as you move forward.

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): You know the rules and how to play the game, so don’t hesitate now when it’s time to forge ahead with vim and vigor. A change is within reach and will add to your momentum. Turn on the charm and enjoy the ride.