Horoscope: Feb. 16

Aries (March 21-April 19): It feels like you’re working harder than the people around you, but there’s a good reason. You see more opportunity than others do.

Taurus (April 20-May 20): You have the power to control and direct others, and you don’t take this responsibility lightly. Go toward result you want. The others will follow.

Gemini (May 21-June 21): You’ll be busy making plans but try not to get so involved in the future that you forget to smile today.

Cancer (June 22-July 22): Your connection to certain family members is bittersweet. Take heart in the knowledge that yours is not the only imperfect family.

Leo (July 23-Aug. 22): You’ve sometimes frittered your finances away. Now you’ll make an effort to save money because you realize that you really could do something big with it.

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): You will achieve prominence in a certain community. However it shows up, enjoy the attention.

Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 23): You’ll hear yourself saying words that are different from what you really want to project. Stop yourself from this kind of duplicity.

Scorpio (Oct. 24-Nov. 21): Your private opinion of yourself is far more critical than anyone else’s could ever be. Lighten up.

Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): You’ll apply your imagination to the task of creating a magical experience through which you can lead others.

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): You know what is expected of you, but you expect even more of yourself. Even if others praise you, you will not be happy unless you deliver to your standards.

Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): People may not acknowledge you to the degree they should. But if you look, you will notice that they are acknowledging you through their attention.

Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20): When someone crosses your mind, you’ll reach out. This builds your bond with this person and builds your connection to the moment.

Today’s birthday (Feb. 16): You’ll be embraced in new arenas in March. Friends introduce you to a financial opportunity in April. You’ll help your family in May. June and July bring home projects and spectacular leisure activities. Virgo and Libra people will honor you. Your lucky numbers are: 6, 22, 15, 49 and 31.