Horoscope: Feb. 9

Aries (March 21-April 19): You are closely connected to a loved one in ways you cannot explain. You feel the intensity of this bond throughout the day.

Taurus (April 20-May 20): You are careful not to come across in a way that hurts anyone’s feelings or offends the more delicate sensibilities of certain people.

Gemini (May 21-June 21): You find meaning as you labor to make someone else’s life better. Somehow this is even more satisfying than acting to fulfill your own needs and desires.

Cancer (June 22-July 22): You could single-handedly organize and coordinate an event that will later be considered one of the most memorable of the year.

Leo (July 23-Aug. 22): Double back on your efforts, and check your work, as well as the work of your colleagues. Then take a walk and come back to assess things with new eyes.

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): You will be indifferent to the praise or criticism of others because you realize that no one is as qualified to judge your choices as you are.

Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 23): Your imagination could get the best of you this afternoon.

Scorpio (Oct. 24-Nov. 21): You might make an executive decision to put off some mundane and minor responsibilities in favor of catching some bit of much-needed leisure.

Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Your primary aim is to please your loved ones, but they give you little indication as to how this might be accomplished.

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Your memory is strong. Make notes about your past. Even if you capture only a sentence or two, you’ll be glad you did.

Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): If you hang on too tight to your responsibilities, you will strangle the fun out of your day. There is a time to let go and get a little bit wild.

Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20): When you see someone who could use a hand, your first reaction is to volunteer whatever help you can give. Be judicious, though.

Today’s birthday (Feb. 9): Your will to succeed will be the overriding factor in making it so. In the next three months, you’ll make connections that give you the knowledge, emotional backing and networking resources to improve your financial condition. Your lucky numbers are: 8, 40, 1, 28 and 19.