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It can be scary to get close while being fully aware that of the billions of people on the planet, there's not a single perfect one. In Libra season, the adventurous Sagittarius moon is a reminder of how relationships are bound to disappoint. Once we accept that this is just what humans do, we can move on to the business of learning and loving one another.

ARIES (March 21-April 19). Your dedication will pay off in many ways -- first in the feeling that you are where you're supposed to be, doing all the good work you possibly can, and next in the result.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20). When you see someone applying themselves to the best of their ability, it's inspiring, no matter what the level of that ability may be. All you ask of people is that they try. Why, then, do you demand so much more from yourself?

GEMINI (May 21-June 21). As much as you would like everyone around you to be happy at the same time, it's not within your control, nor is it within the control of any individual. Still, a lot of good comes of your habit of just showing up, willing to do your best.

CANCER (June 22-July 22). You're not sure whom you can trust, but trust is just a prediction about how a person is likely to behave in different circumstances. The more circumstances you encounter together, the better you will know what to expect.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22). You have responsibilities that can feel weighty at times, even burdensome. Even so, you get the sense that these same responsibilities are somehow making your life great. You're not wrong.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22). There are certain people whose opinions matter to you. Even so, their nod of approval means nothing to you unless you agree with them. So the question is, what do you have to do to earn your own respect?

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23). You used to think happiness wasn't the sort of thing that could be so neatly measured, but today's cut-and-dried happening makes for some tidy accounting. One small change will make you 25% happier.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 21). If there is only one road between you and the destination, it's not like you can really choose your route. You can, however, alter it with timing, speed and whatever you can do about the atmosphere, especially the music.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21). What starts from a place of passion soon becomes a very quantifiable aim with an entire set of plans behind it. This is how your dream will come together, by ticking one box at a time.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19). As long as this task hangs over your head, you won't feel in control of your time. Get it done and you'll be immediately lighter. You have an ally in fellow earth signs.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18). You're likely to keep being annoyed by the same thing or person unless you take yourself away from the whole situation for long enough to get a fresh perspective. A change of scenery changes everything.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20). You care about people, and your kind heart shines through all you do, even the tasks that don't involve other people. Because the fact is, your loved ones are never far from your mind. They influence all you do.

TODAY'S BIRTHDAY (Oct. 7). Going forward, you'll apply increasing doses of courage to creating your beautiful life. You'll be particularly good at figuring out the exercises that build the strength you need and taking small steps that allow for repeated wins. More highlights: Fun new hobbies and friends will expand your support system and lead to interesting trips and shared adventures. Taurus and Leo adore you. Your lucky numbers are: 7, 16, 43, 33 and 3.

CELEBRITY PROFILES: His website posts the call for global superstars in the making to those interested in participating in Simon Cowell's new boy band. The legendary talent judge and entertainment entrepreneur has, in recent years, shown a softer side as a father and advocate for openness on topics like grief and mental health. The iconic tough judge often displays the kindness of one born when the sun, Mercury and Mars were in Libra, the sign of harmonious relationships.

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