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Friendships aren't free. The costs that add up include hours, dinners, favors, rides, emotional labor, calendar space and more. Before inviting someone closer, notice whether their presence leaves you stronger, calmer, inspired or drained. When people are a good friendship match for you, they will return value beyond the investment.

ARIES (March 21-April 19). Today's thriving requires less certainty and more communication. A few honest words restore trust, clear confusion, prevent resentment or inspire action. The right conversation at the right moment saves the day.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20). Pets, plants and ambitious projects ask for fuel, money, patience and daily attendance. In return, they organize your days around meaning. Caring for something alive, growing or unfinished expands your sense of purpose and gives back tenfold.

GEMINI (May 21-June 21). Cameras don't take beautiful pictures, photographers do. You have the eye -- for novelty, beauty and the pictures that will inspire and feed your hungry imagination. Chasing your appetite for loveliness will lead you through extraordinary experiences.

CANCER (June 22-July 22). Where others see clutter or waste, you see strange treasure. Following your curiosity through bookstores, conversations, side streets and forgotten hobbies will connect you with people and experiences that sharpen your instincts and enlarge your world.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22). You go into an endeavor with terrific energy that includes your signature strengths: hope, warmth and intelligence. This will secure your place in the hearts of those who already know you and endear you to new people as well.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22). An emotional need is still unmet. You may have distracted yourself from noticing it or postponed dealing with it, but it's not going anywhere. Brainstorm about what might work to heal this.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23). You've got a cause worth promoting or a product that needs marketing. There are people who would love to be up-to-date with what you're doing and what you're about. It's a good day to attract and collect fans.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 21). Your personal aesthetic is more than decoration. It's a signal to your own spirit about what deserves reverence and attention. Clothes, scents, objects and surroundings that reflect your taste will strengthen your confidence, attract opportunities and turn ordinary routines into experiences.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21). Boredom isn't always a craving for novelty or a longing for excitement. Boredom can also be your inner voice telling you that it's time for change and challenge. Start by seeking a fresh environment. Heeding boredom's signal will elevate you.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19). While you're able to defend what's yours, you'd prefer not to have to. That's why you value clear boundaries, trustworthy people and stable arrangements. Strength matters to you most when it prevents unnecessary conflict.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18). Heal an old rift. Enough time has passed to soften the bad memories and put a glow on the good ones. It simply gives more energy to your life to have your relationships in good working order, or at least to let go of heavy resentments.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20). You're a person of great creativity and mental flexibility. It's not the least bit difficult for you to take any situation and see it dozens of ways. Because you don't overly identify with only one point of view, you're a fair and effective leader.

TODAY'S BIRTHDAY (June 7). It's a Year of Tranquility on Demand in which calm and composure show up as invited, serenity can be called in at will, and environments respect the emotional tones you prefer. More highlights: Time with a loved one feels better than anything else you could be doing. Work respects your talents and your salary reflects it. A hobby makes everything around you more beautiful. Taurus and Libra adore you. Your lucky numbers are: 12, 2, 29, 4 and 15.

CELEBRITY PROFILES: After several short-film successes, Michael Cera is now directing his first feature film, "Love Is Not the Answer," a star-studded absurdist comedy. The Gemini actor, director and musician was born when the sun, Mercury and Venus were all in Gemini, indicating a quick wit and love of conversation, especially the exchange of new ideas. Moon and Mars in soulful Pisces point to deep artistry and empathy.

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