Today’s Birthday (05/22/18). Your energy is on the rise this year. Take advantage to build shared equity and assets. A steady drip feeds a healthy pool. A summer windfall inspires changes in your educational plans. Communicate, connect and share resources. A shared financial opportunity ripens. Collaborate.

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 an 8 — You’re especially productive today and tomorrow. Slow to avoid hidden danger or risk. If it goes against your grain, turn it down. Secrets get revealed.

Taurus (April 20-May 20) — Today is a 7 — You’re especially attractive. Things may not go as planned. A formidable barrier blocks your path. Bragging or complaining hurts your chances. Keep a low profile.

Gemini (May 21-June 20) — Today is a 7 — Domestic projects take focus. Balance duty and pleasure. Discover a breakdown, and reorganize to handle it. Slow down and listen, especially with family.

Cancer (June 21-July 22) — Today is a 7 — Edit communications for brevity and wit. Don’t speak out unless necessary. Expect high potential for silly mistakes or costly errors. Stay out of another’s argument.

Leo (July 23-Aug. 22) — Today is a 9 — Watch for a new income source, and accept a generous offer. Don’t get sidetracked from your goals. Avoid expensive mistakes. Keep things quiet and frugal.

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) — Today is a 9 — You’re getting stronger. Take a leadership role. Delegate when possible. Maintain patience with misunderstandings or snafus. A creative idea solves a financial problem.

Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) — Today is a 6 — Your imagination churns. You see other people’s blind spots. Telling them what to do may tempt. Be tactful or risk conflict. Hide out and recharge.

Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) — Today is an 8 — Team projects go well. Don’t resist the flow. Play with it. Others inspire your great ideas. Consider unorthodox applications. Keep confidences. Use your creativity.

Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) — Today is a 7 — Expect a change in plans. Listen and put in the adaptations you choose. Keep your patience and humor. Slow down, and make a course correction.

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) — Today is an 8 — Each new advance presents new challenges. You’re learning what you need. Hold on to what you’ve gained and reduce expenses. Travel carefully, and watch the road.

Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) — Today is an 8 — Changes necessitate budget revisions. Watch for opportunities for new income. Strategize carefully, and avoid impulsive moves. Old assumptions get challenged. Love is your foundation.

Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20) — Today is an 8 — A partner’s opinion is important. Compromise to decrease tension. Listening with collaborative intent earns bonus points. Be gracious in the face of victory or defeat.