Horoscope for March 1, 2010

Aries (March 21-April 19): This is your day to show what you’re made of. Toughen up and defend what’s yours.

Taurus (April 20-May 20): If you like what you see in the mirror, you’ll have a much better day.

Gemini (May 21-June 21): You may feel like you’re on the outside looking in. But is this really true?

Cancer (June 22-July 22): Doing things yourself builds character and strength. Plus, it’s kind of fun.

Leo (July 23-Aug. 22): You’ll be creative when it comes to romance and romantic when it comes to creativity.

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): You’ll finesse your way through a conflict. It’s not because you’re afraid to fight, but because you are wise.

Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 23): You usually use your charming powers for good, though today your world could use a little bad too.

Scorpio (Oct. 24-Nov. 21): You don’t have to solve the world’s problems in a day. Slow down and tackle one very small issue. Then celebrate.

Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): When others succeed, you’ll think: That should be me. And when you succeed, you’ll think: I could have done better.

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): You’ve had just about enough of this business about doing what’s expected of you. Do the unexpected and the requests change.

Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Just because you are able to do much of the day’s work yourself doesn’t mean you should. Utilize the expertise of others

Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20): When are you allowed to have fun? When the boss isn’t looking? Or just any time you want to? Choose the last answer and this will be a most revealing day.

Today’s birthday (March 1): Resolve to put self-critical voices to rest this month. Don’t worry yourself about getting it right; just get it done. New career opportunities come in July. Romantic bonds are forged in August. Virgo and Libra people adore you. Lucky numbers are 10, 22, 3, 19 and 24.

Holiday Mathis writes her column for Creators Syndicate Inc. The horoscope should be read for entertainment. Previous forecasts are at latimes.com/horoscope.