Today's Birthday (10/18/16). Personal dreams are within reach this year. Organize and share with supporters. Pour energy into your passions. Changes between friends this spring come before your work and health blossoms. Switch game strategies next autumn, before a team effort hits it big. Together, you make magic.

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 -- Intellectual exercises reveal the answers today and tomorrow. You're especially clever, and words come easily. Take good notes, and file them. You may need them later.

Taurus (April 20-May 20) -- Today is a 7 -- Things may not go as expected. Something doesn't work. Don't worry about money. You can get what you need. Relax and stay in communication with your team.

Gemini (May 21-June 20) -- Today is an 8 -- Seek out innovative solutions. Avoid time-sucking arguments; bring your social skills and graciousness to bear. Take advantage of confidence today and tomorrow. Keep a sense of humor.

Cancer (June 21-July 22) -- Today is a 5 -- Slow down and consider your options. Make plans and preparations. Clean, sort and organize. Do laundry. Take time to hang out with family and friends.

Leo (July 23-Aug. 22) -- Today is an 8 -- Pull together with your team over the next two days. Moderate a disagreement. Resolve for mutual benefit. Reassure someone. Ideas spark in conversation. Make a brilliant move.

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- Today is an 8 -- Professional opportunities arise today and tomorrow. A possible conflict between home and your career could stall things. Balance responsibilities. Anticipate changes. Plan carefully to avoid do-overs.

Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- Today is a 7 -- Take off for adventure. Study and exploration inspire you over the next two days. Plan your route in advance, and watch your steps. Somehow the money comes.

Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- Today is a 7 -- Research purchases carefully. Invest in the highest quality, without wasting money on stuff you don't need. Work with your partner to make financial decisions today and tomorrow.

Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- Today is a 7 -- Find ways to build bridges today and tomorrow. Forge and renew partnerships. Give up something for the benefit of another. Get in tune with each other.

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- Today is an 8 -- Stretch before you really get moving. The pace quickens over the next two days. Allow yourself more quiet solo time, to balance increased work. Prioritize sweet dreams.

Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- Today is a 7 -- Make time to play with family and friends. Avoid provoking jealousies; listen before you speak. Relax and find out what's going on. Check data before sharing.

Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20) -- Today is a 7 -- Changes outside can stir things up at home. Make an upgrade to improve comfort and functionality. Family matters have your attention over the next few days.