Aries (March 21-April 19): Today is an 8 -- Add a touch of play to your day. It's easier to learn and succeed when you're not taking yourself too seriously. Find beauty in an old item and make it useful again.

Taurus (April 20-May 20): Today is a 7 -- Household matters need attention. Check online for ideas, and then talk it over with housemate. Slow down and think about it for the next day or two. Friends give a boost.

Gemini (May 21-June 20): Today is a 6 -- Writing comes easily now. Physical exercise increases your inspiration. What will you create? Have a private, romantic dinner and expand your horizons.

Cancer (June 21-July 22): Today is an 8 -- A penny saved is a penny earned. Figure out ways fill your coin jar more this weekend. Your morale rises. Seek out a philosophical partnership.

Leo (July 23-Aug. 22): Today is a 5 -- Now you can blast forward, but don't get too cocky or you could generate jealousies. You already have what you need. Gather some cash while you can and save it for lean times.

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Today is a 7 -- There may not be cheese down this tunnel, but you may find other interesting stuff, as long as you don't have high expectations. Explore with curiosity and playfully.

Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Today is a 7 -- Gather input from your friends for the next few days. It's time to party and be social. Engage in profound conversations. Be open to new ideas. You gain spiritual recognition.

Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Today is a 7 -- Compete for more responsibilities over the next few days, especially those that you'd love doing and that inspire you creatively. You can even get more money now.

Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Today is a 5 -- Learn to juggle your old and new responsibilities. You may have to let go of something for which you lack passion. You don't have time for that now.

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Today is a 7 -- Spend a little to get a lot. Measure results carefully. Your persistance allows for an amazing discovery when you least expect it.

Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Today is a 6 -- Search for new methods of achievement through partnership. Find an online course that provides answers to your questions. Listen and learn. Work in the garden revives.

Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20): Today is an 8 -- Get farther than expected by pushing the envelope, even if it's just a little bit at a time. It all starts with the first step. Accept coaching from your partner.