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In an honest moment, the harmony between Venus and Uranus illuminates something we're making harder than it needs to be. You'd think this realization would be a relief, but it may also stir regret for the time and energy already spent or leave you feeling a bit foolish. Let that go, too. With less friction, there's more energy for generosity and connection.

ARIES (March 21-April 19). Not having all the answers is great because it gives others a turn. Today you'll need more collaboration than independence. Relying on others is a process. You can go slow and test things along the way.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20). People follow you. They'll follow you in the dark. They'll follow you into foreign territory. They'll follow you because they want the adventure and the safety at the same time. You're fun that way. You've earned a reputation for both.

GEMINI (May 21-June 21). A gift will find its way to you through an indirect route. Why ask questions? Receive it. You don't have to think "everything happens for a reason" to accept that things are indeed happening and we either make the most of that or not.

CANCER (June 22-July 22). Every change has both positive and negative effects, depending on who's calling the score. Since you don't yet know how this might turn out, why not trust that the current timing is for the best?

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22). It's just a bunch of loveliness today: people who make you laugh, a route without obstacle and an instinct for investing the best of your energy in what pays you back with enjoyment and experience.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22). Yes, you're bending to make a situation work, which is only wise. The same tactic is used by the willow, the snow leopard and the river itself. It's the wild intelligence of evolution to bend instead of break.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23). The right company doesn't ask you to become someone else. It expands your sense of who you are. Someone is bringing out a version of you that could easily become your favorite. And you have the time to find out.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 21). You have yet to try all the ways of calming mental chatter. Walking, gardening, knitting, washing dishes, playing music, prayer, drawing, fishing -- these and countless other activities can fall under the category of "meditation".

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21). Three people can ask you the same question in different ways, but they're all asking the same thing: "What do you want to do?" Once you answer, people stop guessing and life starts happening at a faster pace.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19). Goal posts on opposite sides of the field? But of course. When your goal opposes theirs, it's a clear skirmish. But what if the goal posts are just a little to the side? Then the game gets more complex and, frankly, today, a little weird.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18). You'll take things apart to see how they work. A conversation gets replayed. An old assumption comes off first. Then another. Before long, you're holding the little piece that was making the whole thing rattle.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20). It's easy to believe we're kind until someone inconveniences us. It's easy to believe we're brave until something feels risky. Today brings one of those ordinary moments that settles the question.

TODAY'S BIRTHDAY (AUG. 8). It's your Year of Invitations, where you have all of them you need and want. Some are social, some professional and many beckon you to fun and lucrative opportunities, emotional realms and personal success. More highlights: You'll create atmospheres where everyone can do their best work. You'll stand where the greats have stood and take on admired characteristics. You'll adjust habits in a way that makes you stronger and richer. Pisces and Taurus adore you. Your lucky numbers are: 45, 31, 18, 8 and 12.

CELEBRITY PROFILES: For cinematic Leo Dustin Hoffman (Aug. 8, 1937), each new role is a fresh act of devotion to the mastery of his craft and a deep commitment to artistic creation. Hoffman's natal chart features a rare planetary configuration between Jupiter, Uranus and Mercury in crafty earth signs. Indicated here are immense powers of observation, honed into chameleon-esque abilities. The multiple Academy Award winner stars in the drama "Revisionist" with Alison Brie.

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