Your Daily Horoscopes for Friday, May 8th

by Rick Levine

General Horoscope

We need everything to be consistent with our plans today, but conflict still arises if someone’s convictions differ from ours. Although the calculating Capricorn Moon allows us to consider our options before responding, a minor disagreement can morph into a major power struggle as the Moon joins passionate Pluto. Just as things begin to settle down later in the evening, the Moon’s square to rebellious Uranus shakes things up all over again.

Aries Horoscope

(Mar 21 – Apr 19)

Your self-confidence is based on your practical outlook today; you know your strengths and understand what you must do to achieve your goals. However, you still may worry about the possible reaction to your direct approach. Although you might not mislead anyone intentionally, you’re tempted to sidestep a delicate situation because Venus’ shift into receptive Cancer increases your vulnerability. Nevertheless, your self-esteem could suffer unless you follow through with your original intentions and just get the job done.

Taurus Horoscope

(Apr 20 – May 20)

You are motivated to bring a discussion out of the clouds and back down to earth today because you aren’t interested in wasting time on philosophical issues or subtle nuances. For you, it’s quite simple: pay attention to the place where the rubber meets the road. Gaining solid traction nearly guarantees that you will reach your destination in a timely manner. You continue to make progress as long as you return to the basics at the very first hint of trouble. Don’t wait until you spin out of control before taking action.

Gemini Horoscope

(May 21 – Jun 20)

You might be feeling a little insecure today since charming Venus has left the chatty world of your sign and slipped into timid Cancer, where she remains for the next month. You may mistakenly believe that you have lost your edge, but nothing could be further from the truth. Although the pace of life is already starting to slow down, you will have sufficient opportunity to accomplish all you want over the weeks ahead. Remember, sometimes the most intelligent tactic is to say nothing at all and let your actions speak for you.

Cancer Horoscope

(Jun 21 – Jul 22)

Naturally, you’re more comfortable when there is an emotional resonance between you and others. However, you may grow annoyed today when you realize a coworker or friend isn’t open-minded enough to accept your unconventional ideas. Unfortunately, your personal well-being might not be someone else’s top priority now. Nevertheless, it’s still worth your effort to share your true feelings. Even if the reaction isn’t as supportive as you wish, you’ll still gain respect for standing up for yourself.

Leo Horoscope

(Jul 23 – Aug 22)

You’ll have much more success today if you break each job into smaller tasks while the responsive Moon is traveling through your 6th House of Details. Instead of just jumping into a project spontaneously, it makes more sense now to have a methodical frame of mind. Keep one eye on the big scheme of things so you always know what move you are going to make next. Although you may run into unexpected interruptions along the way, doing your homework before you get started minimizes the delays.

Virgo Horoscope

(Aug 23 – Sep 22)

People seem to go beyond the call of duty to reassure you about your long-term dreams today. Their support is refreshing because your coworkers sometimes find fault with you for placing too much significance on the wrong things. Nevertheless, your current attention to details is not up for negotiation. Your confidence is growing now, but it’s not helpful if favorable feedback goes directly to your head. The most reliable course of action is to continue demonstrating your integrity by being as productive as possible. Pride goes before a fall; a touch of humility saves the day.

Libra Horoscope

(Sep 23 – Oct 22)

An intense domestic predicament might require your immediate attention today, but a dramatic show of emotions doesn’t necessarily mean that anything is wrong. It’s just that you could be afraid that personal issues will interfere with your job performance. Establishing firm boundaries empowers you to attend to matters at home and at work while keeping things separate enough so you don’t create additional complications. Drawing a line between your two worlds helps to simplify your life.

Scorpio Horoscope

(Oct 23 – Nov 21)

You’re ready to enjoy a busy day, especially if you already have a solid plan in place for reaching your current goals. You’re eager to jump in and work hard now because you’re excited about the potential rewards. However, it’s not wise to bank on a payoff before you even begin. Luckily, you should be able to fulfill your obligations today if you are realistic in your resource assessment and have a purpose that goes beyond material gain. As Einstein wrote, “Not everything that counts can be counted.”

Sagittarius Horoscope

(Nov 22 – Dec 21)

You have a pragmatic attitude toward money today and your incisive thinking all but ensures that you’ll make the smartest choices. Nevertheless, your finances may be in need of some serious attention while the Moon hooks up with powerful Pluto in your 2nd House of Material Possessions. Unfortunately, impulse buying could quickly land you in trouble, so think twice before purchasing something you don’t even need. The wisest approach to spending now is the most conservative one.

Capricorn Horoscope

(Dec 22 – Jan 19)

You may run into more complexity than you bargain for if you assume a leadership role on a current project. Alternatively, you might feel upset because people expect too much from you. Logic tells you that you wouldn’t have to work so hard if others did their fair share, too. Don’t worry; you’ll be able to join in the fun later, even if you are the one who does most of the heavy lifting all day long. Winston Churchill said, “The price of greatness is responsibility.”

Aquarius Horoscope

(Jan 20 – Feb 18)

You have a secret weapon at your disposal today; you can tap the hidden resources within your subconscious mind to make the most out of nearly any situation. The Moon’s current visit to your dreamy 12th House of Fantasy inspires you to trust your intuition. It may not be apparent at first, but the variety of possibilities increases once you give yourself permission to dream big. However, you can’t just ignore the current circumstances; consciously work within the constraints of the real world for the best results.

Pisces Horoscope

(Feb 19 – Mar 20)

You might be very realistic about your goals today, but it’s still complicated to manage whatever is currently on your plate. In fact, you prefer to live in the future rather than in the here-and-now. Keeping your dreams alive is absolutely critical, but you must also be ready to respond to each situation that manifests. Ultimately, it isn’t wise to sever your connection with reality to focus on unfulfilled wishes about tomorrow. The only place you can effect change is in the present moment.

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