Horoscopes Oct. 16. 2024: Naomi Osaka, use your energy

CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Naomi Osaka, 27; John Mayer, 47; Kellie Martin, 49; Tim Robbins, 66.

Happy Birthday: Keep your emotions and ego under wraps when dealing with domestic or professional matters. Anger solves nothing, but insight and ingenuity will put you in a position of power and help you navigate your way through ups and downs this year. Use your energy to take advantage of a new way to use your skills and promote unique opportunities. Keeping up with what’s trending will put you in a leadership position. Your numbers are 4, 17, 23, 29, 31, 38, 45.

ARIES (March 21-April 19): Pick and choose who you allow in your circle. Surround yourself with upbeat, positive individuals, and you’ll find it easier to manifest these traits in yourself and through your actions. Attitude will make a difference in how situations unfold. Positive input will attract good results. 3 stars

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Take charge before someone else steps in and takes over. Utilize your strengths and diminish your weaknesses to avoid interference. Put your energy where it will have the most significant impact. Dominate from top to bottom with confidence, kindness and patience, and you’ll gain trust and loyalty. 3 stars

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Look on the bright side, but don’t let anyone take advantage of you or your good nature. Trust yourself to get things done instead of relying on someone who talks big but accomplishes little. Anger and arguments will waste valuable time best spent tending to your agenda. 4 stars

CANCER (June 21-July 22): Participation will lead to personal growth, new friends and honing your skills. You have plenty to gain if you promote yourself with confidence and finesse. Refuse to let your ego turn into negativity or false accusations. Get the facts, deal with matters quickly and move along. 2 stars

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Proceed with caution; too much too fast will backfire. Gather information, consider your options and leave no room for error. Knowledge and experience are your best routes forward. Get the facts, put a plan in place and have the courage to follow through until you are satisfied with your results. 5 stars

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): You know the rules and how to play the game, so don’t waffle now when it’s time to forge ahead with vim and vigor. A change is within reach and will add to your required momentum to reach your goal. Turn on the charm and enjoy the ride. 3 stars

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Put your energy into something that will help you get ahead. Raise your qualifications or skills, or share your vision with someone in a position to help promote you. It’s best to create opportunities instead of waiting for them to come to you. Follow your heart. 3 stars

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): You’re in the driver’s seat; formalize your case, ask for what you want and confidently push forward. Set a budget you can live with and refuse to let anyone talk you into spending or offering more than you can handle. Truth, trust and timing form your ticket forward. 3 stars

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Take time for self-improvement, personal growth and mapping out a path that leads to happiness and peace of mind. Dedication, understanding and knowing who is and who isn’t on your side are the markers that determine your success. Don’t be afraid to do your own thing. Act accordingly. 5 stars

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): You know the ropes, so don’t let emotions kick in and disrupt your plans. Put a budget in place to accommodate what you want to achieve, and don’t look back. Your tenacity and insight will unnerve anyone trying to outmaneuver you or get in your way. 2 stars

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Participation will lead to discovery and opportunity. Adjust investments, and put your energy into something that encourages fitness, routine and a healthy lifestyle. Turn your attention to well-thought-out functional changes. Don’t be a bystander; own the spotlight and make things happen. 4 stars

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Play fair and watch for anyone who displays untrustworthiness. Live within your means and put a greater onus on health, fitness and diet. Nurture what and whom you love, and make romance a priority. Travel, expanding your interests and knowledge, and personal growth are favored. 3 stars

Birthday Baby: You are opportunistic, charismatic and energetic. You are intuitive and curious.

1 star: Avoid conflicts; work behind the scenes. 2 stars: You can accomplish, but don’t rely on others. 3 stars: Focus and you’ll reach your goals. 4 stars: Aim high; start new projects. 5 stars: Nothing can stop you; go for gold.
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