Mystic stars

SUNDAY, OCTOBER 23, 2016: Look for an opportunity, and don’t hesitate to seize it. This is a terrific year to expand your interests and build relationships with people who share your ideas and hopes for the future. Greater stability will result from a solid connection with someone special. Romance is highlighted.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23) You need to improve your personal and professional lives. Think about your skills and focus on mastering them. Strive to think outside of the box. Own your destiny by preparing for it.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 22) Be careful what you share and with whom. Emotions will escalate if you end up in a compromising position. Stick close to home, and work on personal achievements. Don’t fear being unique.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 23-Dec. 21) Step into the spotlight and share your views. It will bring about a debate that will help you move on to better things, leaving old problems behind.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) Take note of what everyone around you is doing, and choose not to follow the leader or get entangled in a situation that is full of melodrama. Opt to do something you enjoy.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 19) Travel or educational pursuits will pay off. Don’t wait for someone to tell you what you can or cannot do. Make up your mind and follow through with your plans. Show a little backbone.

PISCES (Feb. 20-March 20) Do whatever needs to be done without trepidation. Relying on someone else to do things for you will result in disappointment. Don’t second-guess your decisions or doubt your abilities.

ARIES (March 21-April 19) Helping others will put you in an interesting position. The people you encounter will offer information that will help you improve your life personally and financially.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) Offering help will encourage favors in return. Your hands-on approach will be welcome, but don’t do all the work yourself. Playing the role of a mentor or teacher will have great benefits.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) Make plans with a friend, loved one or relatives. Getting together with allies will give you an opportunity to sound out your ideas and receive constructive responses.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) Stay in the background if you disagree with what someone is saying. It won’t be worth the effort to fight over something you cannot control. Focus on self-improvement, not on changing others.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) Emotions will surface. Be sure to channel this energy into passion and adventure and fun times with loved ones. A getaway will do you good.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) Ask for help before succumbing to someone trying to take advantage of you. Know when to say no and whom to call when in need.