Today’s Birthday (10/18/18). You’re in the money this year. Household improvements repay time and energy with interest. Take advantage of a lucky family break. Winter celebrations and family time lead to resolution of a team dilemma. Professional possibilities spark this summer before new domestic changes occur. Lead with your heart.

To get the advantage, check the day’s rating: 10 is the easiest day, 0 the most challenging.

Aries (March 21-April 19) — Today is a 7 — Remain forgiving with team miscommunications. Ignore false rumors or gossip. Imagine a project completed. Take the necessary steps, and support others to do the same.

Taurus (April 20-May 20) — Today is a 7 — A controversy could arise at work. Words and actions may seem at cross-purposes. Don’t believe everything you hear; the trolls are out. Stay professional.

Gemini (May 21-June 20) — Today is a 7 — Delays could frustrate travels today. Check traffic and road conditions. Study your options. Profit from a dreamer’s vision. Can you explore and investigate remotely?

Cancer (June 21-July 22) — Today is an 8 — Others may demand quick action, despite a frustrating roadblock. Help them see the big picture. Monitor budgets, and prepare your moves in advance.

Leo (July 23-Aug. 22) — Today is a 7 — Misunderstandings spark easily between partners. Postpone a financial discussion. Don’t believe (or repeat) everything you hear. Check your sources carefully. Stay in communication.

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) — Today is an 8 — Action speaks louder than words, where health and exercise are concerned. Abandon a preconception. You know what to do. Take one step after another.

Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) — Today is a 6 — Love and romance could seem complicated today. Adapt to recent changes. Save important conversations for later. Stay respectful. Humor can defuse a tense situation.

Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) — Today is a 7 — Domestic matters take focus. Words can get misconstrued. Show your commitments through your actions. Avoid provoking jealousies or upset. Do what you said you would.

Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) — Today is an 8 — Read the contract, especially the fine print, before signing. Consider potential impacts. Look for efficiencies. Put in the work that makes it look easy.

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) — Today is an 8 — Keep taking profitable actions. Don’t believe everything you hear. Tempers may be short. Stay respectful. Use diplomacy and tact. Address an uncomfortable situation head on.

Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) — Today is a 9 — Go for the gold, and avoid stepping on others to get there. Anticipate a disagreement and competition. Ignore criticism, and focus on the job at hand.

Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20) — Today is a 6 — Slow down to reconsider the best route. Toss out the superfluous. Devise a new direction, and realign plans. Consider actions and words carefully.