A baby born today has a Sun and Moon in Libra.

Happy birthday for Tuesday October 8, 2018:
This year you often hit a wall on your way to pursuing an objective. You might decide to try to go around or break the wall. If you are single, you will want someone who’s not only attractive but also mentally stimulating. When you meet the right person, you will know. If you are attached, you and your partner will learn to think outside the box more often. This will allow you both to resolve problems quickly and easily. A fellow LIBRA helps you weigh the pros and cons of various situations.

The Stars Show the Kind of Day You’ll Have: 5-Dynamic; 4-Positive; 3-Average; 2-So-so; 1-Difficult

ARIES (March 21-April 19)

Defer; otherwise, you could find yourself in a power play. How you deal with someone might be a bit gruff, but also is understandable under the present circumstances. You might opt to bypass this person. Today, you certainly won’t see eye to eye. Tonight: Chat the night away.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20)

You might want to walk away from a controlling or difficult person. Nevertheless, if you detach and become more in touch with the other party’s needs, you will come out on top. Understanding is the key to reaching a resolution. Tonight: Focus on what you’re doing.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20)

Reach out to a friend or loved one who serves as a muse in your life. Sometimes, this person can be confusing, but in general he or she expresses openness and support of you. Understand your limits with proceeding the way you want. Tonight: Time for some fun.

CANCER (June 21-July 22)

Reach out to a loved one who can be critical, but who also serves as a role model. You have a lot of respect for this person. When did you last share your feelings openly? Being more vital and expressive with others might be appropriate right now. Tonight: Head home early.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22)

Open up to some fast changes, and investigate what is going on with a sibling or neighbor. At first, you might resist this person’s message. However, you need to absorb what he or she is saying; his or her message is important. Tonight: Hang out with your friends at a favorite spot.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)

Expenses could be exaggerated and out of control. Figure out how to stay within your budget and return to feeling more confident about your financial situation. Everyone falls off the wagon sometimes, in some form. Don’t be so hard on yourself. Tonight: Happy at home.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)

You feel empowered, which is fortunate. You could run into a major stumbling block. Your attitude could define the results. Honor your needs, and don’t play into another person’s attitude. Be your own person. Ask a friend for advice, if need be. Tonight: As you like it.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)

Gossip can be a source of information, but it also can carry a sharp edge, depending on who is sharing it. Refuse to take a comment personally. The other party probably thought that he or she could throw you off. Recognize your strength and abilities. Tonight: Don’t push too hard.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)

Focus on a meeting in which you might encounter some unexpected resistance. Rather than becoming frustrated and irritated, step back. Consider where others are coming from. You will know what is appropriate. Take money out of the equation. Tonight: Hang with your pals.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)

Do not feed your sense of what must be done by setting any more deadlines or taking on any more responsibilities. You might be more volatile than you realize. You know what works, so do just that. Follow through accordingly. Make more time for a friend. Tonight: A must appearance.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)

As you examine your interests involving a potential legal matter or a resolution of a power play, reach out to an expert or an older, wiser friend. You sometimes find it hard to give in. Just the same, know when to let someone else take the lead. Tonight: Let go of worldly concerns.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20)

One-on-one relating with a key loved one brings some of the results that you might be hoping for. Not believing what you hear doesn’t make it wrong; keep that fact in mind as someone else shares some news with you. Think before you speak. Tonight: Make up for lost time.

Born today: Actor Tony Shalhoub (1953), comedian Nick Swardson (1976), singer/songwriter John Lennon (1940)