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In relationships where you give and give and rarely receive, the debt collects like charges on a credit card bill. If all they pay is the minimum balance, they'll go further and further into debt. To get things back in balance would require a large contribution. The trine of Venus and Jupiter is an omen for fortunate insights and moves made to make things right or move on with ease.

ARIES (March 21-April 19). There are those who minimize the drama and those who revel in it. Neither is more correct. Much depends on what you're in the mood for, though some of the happenings of the day seem to be getting more coverage than they deserve.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20). Today you'll embody the high-level social skill of showing your interest in others without a worry as to whether they are interested in you. It's attractive and effective, and it's the reason your network is growing.

GEMINI (May 21-June 21). Order and chaos both have value, and neither is superior in all contexts. Right now, though, the conditions of your day call for structure. Taking the time to organize will multiply your available energy and time, allowing the rest of the day to unfold with far less resistance.

CANCER (June 22-July 22). Go easy on yourself. You're in the midst of the challenge. Stay on your own side. Simply daring to do something unfamiliar is a success in itself. You're doing what most people don't even try, so you're already winning.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22). Throughout the day, you're constantly choosing how to meet the world, who to respond to and what to skip. You'll be attracted to both virtue and vice. Virtue is the soup. Vice is the spice. A little of the spice goes a long way.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22). The way you're feeling is so nuanced, there's no emoticon for it. And you don't owe yourself immediate clarity, tidy labels or a polished takeaway. Not knowing how you feel is part of feeling.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23). If relationships were like a streaming series that releases all at once, you could go at your own pace -- binge or drip, pause or fast forward. But, alas, love's rollout schedule is for love to know and us to find out.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 21). You'll go out of your way to make sure that no one feels ignored and everyone feels heard and respected. Wherever possible, you'll include others in the conversation, the work and the decision-making. Your spirit of inclusivity is a force of love and healing.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21). Relationships can be an embodied form of negotiation. As in any negotiation, if you maintain the freedom to walk away, you are more likely to get what you want. Think of the relationship as a bonus, not a necessity.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19). The endeavor to change another person is laughably futile and not worth pursuing. Even if it worked, the change wouldn't hold. But you already know this. It's why you are so focused today on something that is only for you.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18). People with similar kinds of intelligence can recognize it in each other even when the talent is hiding. This is why today you'll have an instant connection with someone who hears the advanced logic in your casual phrasing. They'll notice your astute question. You're kindred spirits.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20). When you're in the light, you can't see the stars, and you won't need to because there's plenty else to orient and delight you. Enjoy yourself without worry because when darkness comes, so will the sparkles.

TODAY'S BIRTHDAY (Feb. 22). It's your Year of the Noble Quest. Young dreams of fame and fortune notwithstanding, there are now far more important reasons to succeed. You'll still enjoy superficial gains, but your deepest fulfillment comes from knowing you made a difference and turned events toward ideals of truth, love and humanity. More highlights: Rare connections of heart and intellect, a new stream of income and the gift of security. Gemini and Cancer adore you. Your lucky numbers are: 5, 29, 1, 24 and 15.

CELEBRITY PROFILES: From championing the oceans to supporting new moms through challenging times, Drew Barrymore brings soulful Pisces compassion, intuition and relatability to every endeavor. Lately, this includes executive producing and hosting her Emmy-winning talk show, launching home goods and cosmetic product lines and running Flower Films productions. True to Pisces, her success flows from an emotional intelligence that makes people feel understood, included and lovingly seen.

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