The moon poses a challenge to soulful Saturn, encouraging us to dip deeper into our wells of love and compassion to meet the heart of the season. “The knowledge that every day there is something more to learn, something higher to reach for, something new to make for others, makes each day infinitely precious. And I am grateful.” — Uta Hagen

ARIES (March 21-April 19). Embrace spontaneity. Relish unpredictability. Splash the canvas of the day with bold strokes, reserving the intricacies for later consideration. Detailed scrutiny may not be necessary at all!

TAURUS (April 20-May 20). Relentless positivity has momentum and will make things happen. But moments of doubt, criticism and questioning will stop the action at key moments — good. It keeps the quality high and insures a tasteful result.

GEMINI (May 21-June 21). Your resourcefulness will lead to remarkable success. At first, what you have to work with won’t seem accommodating, but with a few key changes, you’ll be amazed at what new brilliance you can come up with.

CANCER (June 22-July 22). You’ll spread good cheer and lift the spirits of those around you. It’s not always appropriate to bring your full enthusiasm to the scene. Try to meet people at the level they are at and then slowly bring them up.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22). Timing is everything, and yours is supreme today. You’ll make your move at the most auspicious moment. It will seem like you are taking initiative, but what you’re actually doing is responding to a need before others realize they even have one.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22). Your enthusiasm for life is infectious, raising joy everywhere you go. You’re not just excited about your own pursuits but you are equally supportive of what others are doing. With unwavering dedication to your loved ones, you’re a true pillar of support.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23). You need a rainmaker and you’ll have one. Watching someone bring about the “change of weather,” you’ll be awed by the strange magic, but make no mistake — this is a skill. You can acquire it too if you so choose.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 21). You don’t always get to focus on the things that are particular to you, but today affords such opportunities. Seize them and don’t waste your time with the rest. If the task is one anyone can do, leave it to anyone to do it.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21). Preparation and reflection both add to your enjoyment of an event. The anticipation that comes with planning is a pleasure and it takes pressure off the main event. And be sure to keep track of the moment so you can enjoy it again later.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19). It’s funny how sometimes you have to shrink to grow. Fewer responsibilities and obligations, a reduction of material things, a smaller ego — all will be the subtractions that add.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18). You don’t have to compete for what’s already yours, but you show up strong anyway. You bring intelligence, insight and a personal touch to all you do. It’s not the task itself but your approach that matters.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20). A unique presence in this world isn’t something you have to create; it’s just something you have to believe in. You’ll teach others just by being you. You will feel like you have succeeded when you know you have helped other people succeed.

TODAY’S BIRTHDAY (Dec. 24). You’re emboldened to explore and expand your realm of expertise and influence. You’ll see more of the world, collect novel experiences and be inspired to take work and relationships in new directions. Your heart will be captured by worthy pursuits and people. You’ll quickly seize opportunity, resulting in a windfall. Virgo and Sagittarius adore you. Your lucky numbers are: 10, 1, 33, 18 and 1.

CELEBRITY PROFILES: Ryan Seacrest was a Christmas Eve delivery to his family and is the gift who keeps giving. He often includes his mother in his work and charity foundation, too. Encouraged to follow his dreams from an early age, Seacrest, like many Capricorns, knew his ambitions early. The boy who asked for a microphone for Christmas is now one of American media’s most popular personalities and producers. The Ryan Seacrest Foundation builds broadcast media centers in pediatric hospitals so patients can explore the creative realms of media as a distraction from their illness and a tool of healing during their stay.

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