Horoscope: May 5

Aries (March 21-April 19): Today’s circumstances bring you back to focusing on what is most important to you personally.

Taurus (April 20-May 20): You are usually able to guide a work situation along in your own way. Right now, there are other factors at play, and this is causing you to experience some resistance. Stay relaxed and powerful.

Gemini (May 21-June 21): Today is a series of games, though perhaps not officially. And yet there is a process to master. You’ll be a strong contender.

Cancer (June 22-July 22): In some ways you are on your own. This is good. You are powerful enough to make your freedom count.

Leo (July 23-Aug. 22): If you are willing to learn, there is someone very skilled who will be willing to teach you. But you must make the first approach.

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): The strong-willed, turbulent creatures around you will not overcome you. Your gentle persistence will win out.

Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 23): The restless spirit is alive. There is a glistening promise on the horizon, and you’re headed toward it.

Scorpio (Oct. 24-Nov. 21): There are those who plan to manipulate someone into doing their dirty work. Be on guard against a subtle persuasion.

Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): There are politics involved in every situation. Instead of running from it, learn how to play the game.

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Take a risk. Your best guess is a good one. Bet on it. You’re lucky now.

Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Take measures to make life a little easier for yourself, perhaps by trimming activities.

Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20): Once a landmark is reached, look out and see the horizon is farther still.

Today’s birthday (May 5): In the next three weeks, you will make a fortuitous decision. There will be a healing in your personal life. In June, promote yourself in unexpected venues and stand out. You’re paid big in August. Leo and Pisces people adore you. Lucky numbers are 6, 25, 49, 14 and 30.