Horoscopes for May 8

Happy Birthday: Take your time, breathe, and look at every angle of a situation before you make a move. Timing is everything and will impact the outcome if you rush. Be open to suggestions, but not as eager to share your secrets. Change is heading your way, and to make the most of whatever comes your way, it’s essential that you look at the big picture and decipher potential outcomes first. Your numbers are 9, 17, 25, 33, 39, 41, 48.

ARIES (March 21-April 19)

Look for a creative outlet, and use your imagination to help those who may have lost their focus or direction. How you relate to others will change how they perceive you. A financial shift will ease stress and help you save for your next pursuit. Don’t take on someone else’s debt or responsibilities. Offer advice. 4 stars

TAURUS (April 20-May 20)

A personal opportunity is within reach. Changes to your living arrangements, home environment, location or how you feel about someone close to you will reflect how you move forward. Don’t share your secrets or give anyone information that puts you in a vulnerable position. Choose self-improvement projects that boost your ego. 2 stars

GEMINI (May 21-June 20)

Your ability to think definitively will help you zigzag your way forward. You’ll thrive under pressure and outmaneuver anyone who tries to challenge you. Your unique approach to helping others will buy you the support you need to reach your goal. High energy and charm will attract both love and friendship. 5 stars

CANCER (June 21-July 22)

Gather information, and specify what you want and expect from others. Your ability to negotiate will help you turn a negative situation into a positive event. Intelligence and compromise will far exceed pressure tactics and angry dialogue. Participate in a cause that concerns you, and it will change your life as well as the lives of others. 3 stars

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22)

Refuse to let stubbornness stand between you and what you want. Choose to meet in the middle and to put others at ease. High energy, unconditional love, and enforcing positive change in how you treat and help others will clear a path to better relationships. Let your actions lead the way. Choose greater unity and make fewer demands. 3 stars

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)

Trust in your ability to do the research and to come up with a realistic plan before you give someone else the reins. Learn from experience, and dedicate your time to being diverse, paying attention to detail and executing your plans with dedication and discipline. Give yourself the right to do things your way. 3 stars

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)

Simplify your routine and concentrate on what you enjoy doing most. It’s time to make life choices that put your mind at ease and offer the benefits that are most important to you. Physical fitness, travel and educational pursuits that upgrade your skills, knowledge and experience will encourage you to align yourself with those who complement your strengths. 5 stars

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)

Keep your thoughts and emotions to yourself. Pay attention to how others respond, and distance yourself from those looking for an argument. Discipline and originality will give depth to your aspirations, encouraging you to put solid plans in place as you navigate your way forward. Put ego aside when dealing with meaningful relationships. 2 stars

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)

Follow through with your intentions, and you’ll get the boost you need to bring about positive change. A job change can offer relief from a situation that is holding you back. Spending more time at home or building a remote business will encourage you to explore unique ways to use your skills and experience to your advantage. 4 stars

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)

Listen carefully when discussing domestic issues. How you run your household or relate to emotional matters will determine what happens next. An opportunity to change the dynamics of your relationships with those close to you will help you put the past behind you. Refuse to let ego and emotional anger seep into conversations. A physical outlet is favored. 3 stars

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)

When confusion sets in, discipline and ingenuity will come in handy. Reflect and establish what’s most important and what’s necessary to reach your destination. Anger, overspending and professional changes will cause uncertainty, leaving you questioning your past, present and future. A pick-me-up that eases stress and boosts your ego is encouraged, and romance is in the stars. 3 stars.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20)

Explore and expand your interests, friendships and skills. Refuse to let the changes going on around you push you in a direction that doesn’t fit your lifestyle. Put more thought and energy into what you know and do best, and incorporate your attributes into your routine. Settling into a pattern that adds to your comfort and convenience will pay off. 3 stars

Birthday Baby: You are intelligent, respectful and persistent. You are caring and nostalgic.

1 star: Avoid conflicts; work behind the scenes. 2 stars: You can accomplish, but don’t rely on others. 3 stars: Focus and you’ll reach your goals. 4 stars: Aim high; start new projects. 5 stars: Nothing can stop you; go for gold.

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Andrews McMeel