Horoscopes for October 17

CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Felicity Jones, 43; Eminem, 54; Rob Marshall, 66; Alan Jackson, 68.

Happy Birthday: Stay grounded, listen attentively and look for solutions this year. Change requires researching, discovering your options and finding the best solutions. Question everything and everyone, and refuse to let debt consume you. Stress is the enemy, and finding out where your happiness lies will be your saving grace. Don’t underestimate the power of persuasion or agree to something that can cost you emotionally, financially or physically. Choose peace of mind over temptation. Your numbers are 2, 10, 18, 26, 31, 35, 49.

ARIES (March 21-April 19)

Having mixed emotions can affect your performance. Open communication will help you deal with personal issues before matters spin out of control. Shared expenses or responsibilities may be at the root of your problems. Offer suggestions, and be willing to compromise. Being angry and ignoring issues will make matters worse. Do your part, but recognize when to walk away. 2 stars

TAURUS (April 20-May 20)

Stick to what’s familiar and helpful. Surround yourself with people who share your lifestyle. Avoid costly entertainment or purchases you can do without. Focus on what and who you let occupy your time. Research will help you gain insight into financial, legal or medical issues that need your attention. Channel your energy into something constructive. 5 stars

GEMINI (May 21-June 20)

Empower yourself by embracing the changes that excite you most. High energy and intuitive enthusiasm will help you turn your surroundings into your personal chill temple. An opportunity to use your attributes to your financial benefit looks encouraging. Explore the possibilities, and set up a space to house your next venture. Helping someone will change how you do things. 3 stars

CANCER (June 21-July 22)

Be accommodating, but don’t let anyone take advantage of you. Know what you are willing to do, and set boundaries with those who ask for too much. Choose to contribute your unique perspective on situations that need your attention, and follow through with hands-on help to ensure things unfold in the best way possible. Romance and socializing are highlighted. 3 stars

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22)

Tidy up loose ends. Learn as you go, and choose unique alternatives and options that you can adjust to your liking. A change to how you feel will alter your perspective regarding those you help or share life lessons with. Be a good listener, and you’ll discover how best to serve the ones you care about. Love unconditionally. 3 stars

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)

Test your concepts before you share or try to further your agenda. Paying attention to detail is necessary before you implement change. A premature start will lead to backtracking. Focus on yourself and what makes you feel good, and head in that direction first. Invite those who lift you to join you. Romance and personal gratification are favored. 5 stars

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)

Poor behavior will turn into drama if you don’t deal with situations swiftly. Ignoring problems won’t solve them, but being direct, honest and willing to compromise will. A commitment or a joint effort will change your perspective regarding what you want and who you want to spend time with. A move or change of focus is apparent. 2 stars.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)

Distance yourself from controversial discussions. You’ll gain the most if you listen, but keep your thoughts to yourself. Look inward and ask yourself tough questions regarding how you treat others and what you can do to improve how you feel about yourself. Let go of the past, and focus on how you can improve yourself and your lifestyle. 4 stars.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)

When opportunity knocks, open the door. Put your muscle behind your ideas and a budget in place, and you’ll come up with a plan that allows you to lower your overhead and learn something that you can utilize to increase your earning potential. Investments look promising, and a change of attitude will invite a positive reaction from someone special. 3 stars

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)

Take the high road when dealing with difficult individuals. Limit your words to what’s necessary, considerate and helpful. Maintain your reputation using congeniality and kind gestures. Walk away from those trying to twist your words or feed you bad information. A physical or personal change you make will be emotionally gratifying. Live, love, laugh and be happy. 3 stars

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)

Think twice before you say something you’ll regret. Put your energy into what you can do to improve your life. Living in the past will stifle your ability to reach your personal, financial and emotional goals. Turn your attention to new beginnings and relationships. An opportunity to partner with someone or share expenses is in your best interest. 3 stars

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20)

Taking a pause to reassemble some of the chaos in your life will do you good. A chance to evaluate your health and financial well-being will encourage you to make lifestyle changes that offer less stress and a happier attitude. A commitment you make to yourself or someone you love will make a difference to how you live. 4 stars

Birthday Baby: You are protective, accommodating and intense. You are persuasive and commanding.

1 star: Avoid conflicts; work behind the scenes. 2 stars: You can accomplish, but don’t rely on others. 3 stars: Focus and you’ll reach your goals. 4 stars: Aim high; start new projects. 5 stars: Nothing can stop you; go for gold.

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