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None are immune to the rubs of daily life. The buffer of supportive relationships is a must for even the strongest, as we all need an advocate in certain situations -- for instance, in matters medical or legal, where vulnerability is woven into the dynamics. Today's aspects urge us to help one another with the fortification of our mere presence in a moment of need.

ARIES (March 21-April 19). You are a fast problem-solver, which is why people come to you when they don't know what steps to take next. You're especially excellent in the brainstorming stage. You get personal satisfaction as well as a tangible reward for your help.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20). You do tend to compare yourself to those you admire, and it can be quite motivating to draw parallels that inspire you. Know that you wouldn't admire them if there weren't something inside you radiating with the potential to accomplish something similar.

GEMINI (May 21-June 21). A vision has come to you multiple times now, a gentle but persistent tap on the shoulder letting you know of an alternate reality that could be yours. There are several versions to try on with this. Brainstorm about your next steps.

CANCER (June 22-July 22). You have a knack for making things look easy, though it's only because of your relentless pursuit of excellence. Others will take notice. Your effort is undeniable, even if you're the only one who knows all the work behind it.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22). There is a memory you are trying to keep pure or frame in a certain way. Of course, it's nearly impossible to do such a thing, as every time you visit a memory, it's changed by the experience of recalling it.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22). Do not doubt your own impact. What you share with others will grow in their hearts long after you've moved on. Your small kindness today becomes a story they'll tell again and again.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23). You're a diplomat with a strong sense of harmony, and that ability to listen without judgment is invaluable today. People will open up to you because you offer a safe place with your presence.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 21). You move through the day with an awareness of the unseen. Empathy draws your attention to those who are struggling and experiencing hardships. The compassion you extend will have a rippling effect.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21). Seek high-visibility assignments because you're ready to show the world what you can do and you also need the publicity to make this fly. Name recognition will make the difference in how you're paid.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19). There's a time to creep along, a time to mosey and a time to sprint, too. Don't let the pacing of those around you cramp your style. There are plenty who are moving at your same pace, and you'll be powerful when you team together.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18). You have a knack for noticing patterns others miss, which leads you to insights that change the whole game. Today, your perspective shifts everything. You'll spot an opportunity where others only see routine.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20). Engage in one of your favorite stress-relieving activities -- daydreaming. It's a vacation from reality that doesn't cost anything, and as long as your imaginings are beautiful and positive, there are no harmful side effects.

TODAY'S BIRTHDAY (Dec. 2). Your self-awareness and the way you consider the ethics and dynamics of a situation will earn you a trusted position -- a place in the action, yes, and more importantly, a place in people's hearts. More highlights: A heart-hunger will be satisfied. You'll gain the know-how to make a tidy bundle of cash and reinvest twice, finally getting your prize. Friendship amply supplied. Leo and Aquarius adore you. Your lucky numbers are: 2, 28, 30, 51 and 16.

CELEBRITY PROFILES: Britney Spears has announced she's working on a new jewelry line. The pop star and bestselling author of "The Woman in Me" was born when the sun, Mercury, Uranus and Neptune were all in Sagittarius, a brightly burning abundance of fiery energy. While no one likes to feel restricted, Sagittarius places the highest value on self-expression and independence, reflected in Spears' long fight for freedom from her conservatorship.

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