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Suppression often makes things more noticeable, like the "elephant in the room" effect: The more it goes unmentioned, the stranger and more noticeable it becomes. At this early juncture of Libra season, we are choosing how deeply to look into things -- whether to accept interactions at face value, or to read into the hidden emotions and dynamics underneath.

ARIES (March 21-April 19). Yes, you have lugged a responsibility about as far as you want to, but there's so much more trail ahead. You deserve a rest, some ease, a little luck. So when it comes, don't hesitate, defer or pretend you don't need this. Just take it.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20). Your body will give clear signals: tension, excitement, ease, discomfort. You don't need to make a story around this or create reasons for these responses. Let instinctive wisdom cut through the mind's noise. Obey the body.

GEMINI (May 21-June 21). Even when you think the right thing is implied, the rules are obvious and the logic is prevalent, you'll still see a more successful outcome if you make your boundaries clear and your expectations known.

CANCER (June 22-July 22). The future scares you, but you're more equipped than you know. The proof is in your past victories. Give yourself the pep talk you need. Cultivate the ability to speak yourself into courage. Such an ability will continue to serve you well.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22). You've given so much, and though the world still asks for more, you are not depleted. Every ask makes you more resourceful, imaginative and resilient. You're headed toward an opportunity. It will show you there are easier ways forward.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22). Juggler's secret: Let the air do the work while the hands handle exactly what they can, which is always one thing at a time. No matter what's thrown into your rotation today, you have rhythm and grace on your side.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23). Every interaction leaves an impression. The way you listen gives others a feeling. Your laugh gives them something to work for. The most casual comment sticks. After you leave the room, your influence will linger in fondness.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 21). The wish for time off is really your soul asking for space. You can't pause the world, but you can claim little islands of rest. Today, even five quiet minutes will restore more than you think.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21). Anything that's been hard for you, you've done more than survive. You've turned it into your story, your style and the legacy you pay forward. You'll work through tasks and problems of the day, integrating all into your being.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19). Since people around you are distracted or not watching closely, you have some freedom to try things out without scrutiny. You can test new approaches, adjust your style or play with strategy -- a low-risk way to improve how you handle the situation.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18). You can feel the energetic essence of ideas. The good ones leap off for you. Your creativity will keep leveling up because you're willing to discard what doesn't have that "zing-zap." Morning brings momentum; evening brings brilliance.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20). Gratitude doesn't erase sadness, but it gives it company. You can cry and still feel thankful. You can ache and still feel blessed. You'll recognize how all your emotions of the day seem to belong there -- proof of a life fully lived.

TODAY'S BIRTHDAY (Sept. 24). Welcome to your Year of The Builder. The resources are out there, and the more you believe you can do this, the more capable you become. Brick by brick, you raise an empire -- professional, domestic and social. The structure you design becomes the life you always wanted to live inside. More highlights: A gorgeous home improvement, a new stream of income, and a partnership worth its weight in gold. Capricorn and Taurus adore you. Your lucky numbers are: 4, 21, 17, 36 and 2.

CELEBRITY PROFILES: The creative legacy of Jim Henson continues to blossom across media. Most recently, to mark its 70th anniversary, The Jim Henson Company collaborated with General Mills to transform classic monster cereal mascots -- Count Chocula, Boo Berry and Franken Berry -- into puppets. The imagination that brought us "Sesame Street," The Muppets, "Fraggle Rock" and many more is remembered for the values resonating through the worlds he created. Like a Libra, he stood for art, harmony, relationships, community and fairness.

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