Moon Alert: Avoid shopping or important decisions from 6 a.m. to 8 a.m. EDT today (3 a.m. to 5 a.m. PDT). After that, the Moon moves from Libra into Scorpio.

Happy Birthday for Friday, Oct. 4, 2024:

You are easygoing and casual when you want to be. You are practical and interested in many subjects. You have strong opinions. This is a year of work and construction. Simplicity is the key. Physical exercise is important. It’s time to build structures both externally and internally.

ARIES

(March 21-April 19)
★★★
This is an excellent day to deal with banking matters. It’s also a good day for financial negotiations and discussions about inheritances and shared property. You will be able to achieve practical results that will be fair to all parties concerned. Tonight: Check your finances.

TAURUS

(April 20-May 20)
★★★★
This is a good day for discussions about practical problems that might have arisen in a relationship. Perhaps they will deal with shared expenses or the division of labor. Your sense of duty is strong, and you want to be fair. Your objective approach will be appreciated. Tonight: Cooperate.

GEMINI

(May 21-June 20)
★★★
Co-workers will be supportive today. In fact, whatever you do today, either at your job or with a particular task, you will be careful and practical. Furthermore, you will make sure that you are objective and fair to others, which is why your words will be admired and respected. Tonight: Work.

CANCER

(June 21-July 22)
★★★★
Today you have the inner discipline, patience and endurance to hone a particular skill. This skill might relate to sports, or it could relate to the performing arts or anything to do with a creative activity. (“How do you get to Carnegie Hall?” “Practice!”) Tonight: Socialize!

LEO

(July 23-Aug. 22)
★★★
This is an excellent day for practical approaches to make your home more attractive. Possibly, someone older or more experienced will give you practical advice or direct assistance. This is also a good day to discuss financial planning for family and home. Tonight: Cocoon.

VIRGO

(Aug. 23-Sept. 22)
★★★★
Because you’re in a serious frame of mind today, you will have excellent suggestions and solutions for practical problems that impact your daily world. If you teach or advise others, you will be sensible and helpful because your objective approach is to benefit others. Tonight: Discussions.

LIBRA

(Sept. 23-Oct. 22)
★★★
Although you love to spend money on beautiful things, restaurants and hotels, today you feel practical about financial matters. If shopping, you will only buy long-lasting, practical items. You also might devise a plan to save money or create a budget. (One can always try.) Tonight: Check your belongings.

SCORPIO

(Oct. 23-Nov. 21)
★★★★
Relationships that begin now will be characterized by being sober, sensible and practical. They will give you a stronger sense of security. There also might be a difference in age or social status. This actually suits you, because you want something reliable and stable in your life. Tonight: You win!

SAGITTARIUS

(Nov. 22-Dec. 21)
★★★
Some of you might be involved in a secret love affair with someone of a different age. This is a meaningful relationship for you, but also private. Meanwhile, a discussion with someone younger might bring illuminating, practical suggestions to the table. Tonight: Solitude.

CAPRICORN

(Dec. 22-Jan. 19)
★★★★
Friendships are important to you today, especially long-lasting, supportive friendships. For some of you, a platonic relationship could take on a romantic overtone, especially with someone of an age difference. Whether this occurs or not, someone older might give you sensible advice. Tonight: Friendships.

AQUARIUS

(Jan. 20-Feb. 18)
★★★
You make an excellent impression on others today. They see you as attractive, diplomatic and helpful to others. Obviously, with this great press, now is the time to advance your agenda or make practical suggestions that others will admire. You might develop a crush on your boss today. Tonight: You’re admired.

PISCES

(Feb. 19-March 20)
★★★★
This is a great day to study and learn something new. You have the focus and endurance necessary for the task. It’s also a great day to deal with the challenges of making travel plans for the future, with all the myriad of details that involves. Legal matters will be settled fairly. Tonight: Explore!