HOROSCOPES BY HOLIDAY

Happy birthday. You have a soft spot for those who don’t relate to the crowd, and you reach out to offer a sense of belonging. You will in turn be included in the secret world of others.

ARIES (March 21-April 19): The feeling that you have no control can be so overwhelming that it leads you to counter intuitive behaviors.Talk with someone who can help.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): This is a lucky day for pitching ideas, submitting proposals and the like.You have a way of lifting the Monday morning fog.

GEMINI (May 21-June 21): Someone has to get good vibes rolling, and it’s probably you. Make a mental list of the things you appreciate, including what loved ones do to make life better.

CANCER (June 22-July 22): Watch your tendency toward self-criticism.You need to be confident to face the world, and that means getting on your own side.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): When you hear about something, you know it’s not a good match. But acting on that feeling takes finesse. Good luck.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): When the donkey isn’t hungry, he won’t follow that carrot on the stick. You’ll be in a position to think of new incentives.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23): You sometimes feel like you’re a playing piece in a game you don’t understand. Give it time.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 21): The thing about putting yourself out there is that it doesn’t always work out. Still, you keep making the more daring choices.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): You’ll do your best work in solitary. Unfortunately, it will be a bit tricky to make that happen.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19):You’ll be given the benefit of the doubt and you’ll appreciate it. It’s indicative not only of the person’s good nature, but also of how far you’ve come.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18):You don’t have time for every task. Sometimes the coolest thing to do is back off and let others do what needs doing.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): If you’re criticized, don’t jump to defend yourself. Let the dust settle where it may. In time, your work will speak for itself.