Horoscope: Oct. 12

Aries (March 21-April 19): Hard work is a virtue, but smart work gets results. Train with or interview those in the know; it will save you from sweating needlessly.

Taurus (April 20-May 20): Fate can be a bully if you let it run wild. That’s why every so often you need to show fate who is boss. Now is good.

Gemini (May 21-June 21): When you love someone, you share that person’s pleasures and pains — for your loved one’s sake and for no other reason. Today brings another occasion to do so.

Cancer (June 22-July 22): You speak about what you will do, and your friend believes you. Your friend’s belief makes you stronger.

Leo (July 23-Aug. 22): You do things when you are ready. That’s always worked best. Don’t jump just because someone tells you to.

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): You work like a dog because that’s what it takes. At the day’s end, you’ll enjoy attention from a warm and faithful companion who may or may not be human.

Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 23): You’ll be “fishing” for a lucrative deal. The fish are not going to fly out of the water and into your hand. To catch a fish, cast your net.

Scorpio (Oct. 24-Nov. 21): You need allies to help you push a project along. Make friends now and your way will be light.

Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): You cry when you’re happy and smile when you want to scream. A special someone understands your emotional language and loves you all the more for it.

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): You have a special friend. When you are with this person, fear dissolves; laughter ensues. The world is suddenly how you want it to be.

Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): You’re part of a tight team. What you don’t realize is that the team is tight because of you. That’s why your participation will be of utmost importance.

Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20): In your interactions today, keep in mind that it takes time to understand others. Most people don’t want to open up to someone who is always in a hurry.

Today’s birthday (Oct. 12): A fanciful mood takes hold this year. Over the next six weeks, a relationship reaches a new emotional level. November brings big business. January showcases your talent. You’ll make an impressive sale in March. Sagittarius and Capricorn people adore you. Your lucky numbers are: 1, 14, 31, 9 and 18.