Aries: Those who shine the brightest may become easy targets. Don’t let your competitive spirit interrupt the chance at peaceful cooperation with close companions. Find calming ways to exercise patience in the face of arguments and friction.

Taurus: Keep your appearance appropriate could help earn you recognition. Fashionistas might make good first impressions, but you may be called upon to roll up your sleeves and tackle messy work. Dress for the level of responsibility you want.

Gemini: Keep pushing forward. You may have extra stamina to spare this week that lets you tackle bold projects or chase down some personal learning goals. Hold off on sealing any promising deals or signing important contracts until you have more clarity.

Cancer: Take a moment to appreciate what’s in front of you. Some might just be phoning it in, but at least they’re showing up consistently. No need to stir the pot or hog the spotlight. Any slip-ups now could spill out soon and throw things off balance.

Leo: Take unpredictable circumstances in stride as best you can and keep responses proportional. While you may prefer to stand out in the crowd as a leader, being a responsible member of the community could get you further when it counts the most.

Virgo: You need to look for more than just alliances. The people around you could have influence and share interests. Stop thinking in transactional terms as if you’re negotiating a price. Friendships may provide you with the support you really need.

Libra: People might be edgy and argumentative at times, so steer clear of those with forceful opinions. You may be able to accomplish a lot by working from home unless unexpected minor emergencies or distractions arise.

Scorpio: You may want to put a creative touch of individuality on everything you do, but working too quickly could leave you dissatisfied. Explore how you can be more devoted to your passion projects. Anything worth doing is worth doing well.

Sagittarius: Mind your manners. Diplomacy and grace could earn you some serious credibility among your social circles. Watch your spending, too, since money may be a bit fuzzy around the edges. Don’t let excess nostalgia trip up your judgment.

Capricorn: Honesty and sincerity could help you win friends and influence important people. However, minor upsets over money may disrupt your stride. Constant expenditures might have you counting your cash and coming up a bit short.

Aquarius: Skip the high-stakes games and risky moves. Not everything’s going to click right now, so don’t lay it all out there. Hang back, watch the action, and wait for a better moment. Your hidden desires for wealth or the best things in life might surface.

Pisces: Social affairs could center around important business matters, and a certain constraint may be in the air. Destiny may have recently brought you face to face with a special person, but small fears could cause temporary insecurity or a lack of trust.

If April 21 is your birthday: It may not be wise to break off an important relationship or become arrogant about your desires during the next three to four weeks. Your logical responses could be affected by emotional issues. Wait at least until the second half of May or early June when your judgement could be better, to make crucial choices and put key plans in motion. You could be more motivated to set a good example in June and get a lot accomplished but may be sidelined by family or relationship issues in July. Your potential to make a levelheaded assessment of business and financial matters might make you a smooth operator in August.

Magi Helena, Tribune Content Agency