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Never discount your own experience, as it's the one you have the most direct control over. If the only suffering you can relieve is your own, then you will have done something crucial to lessen the suffering that exists in the world. The Jupiter retrograde sometimes represents a reversal of fortune, but if that's what it takes to remind a person of their own essential importance, it's a lesson more valuable than gold.

ARIES (March 21-April 19). The answers might be out there, in here, around the corner or down the way. But most likely, the answer hasn't been invented yet because it's a bespoke situation and each person has to create the one that works for them.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20). In the complete dark, a small light can carry for miles, and a big one can be a navigating star for millions of years. As for your light, don't hide it. You never know who is needing it.

GEMINI (May 21-June 21). In the world of artificial intelligence, understanding a prompt is half the battle for the computer, and usually the more difficult half. In the world of human intelligence, the same will be true.

CANCER (June 22-July 22). Someone thinks they can please you, and even if they get it wrong, you'll be the recipient of this one and dozens more attempts. The more communicative you are, the more likely you will be to finally, at some point, be pleased.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22). When limitations are lifted, outcomes achieved, stressors relieved... and you still aren't in the mood you thought you would be in, it raises the question, "what gives?" Try deciding how to feel first. Strangely, this order will work much better for you.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22). Can you give what you have and call it enough? Can you give what you want to give and trust that someone will find a way to use it? The point is to give. It's healing. It's living.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23). Each person around you has a unique mood set point -- a tone they tend to hit, give or take a few degrees in either direction, and reside at when nothing else much is happening. Your set point will be a cozy vibe that others will join you in.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 21). You have the potential to connect to someone in a way that links to other connections like a chain of fortification. It's not the easiest process, but if you are willing to grow through a little awkwardness together, it will be worth it.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21). If you could tell someone born 300 years ago that future humans could listen to any kind of music they wanted to on demand, would they even process such a luxurious idea? Take advantage of the opulence of the modern era.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19). The art of wanting the best for others starts with admitting you don't know what that is, and maybe they don't either. You'll be a cheerleader in the journey, regardless of how the result matches with your preferences.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18). It is your sincere desire to understand another person and to be a source of support, friendship and uplift. You're aware that not everyone leads with an open heart, which is why it's even more important that you do.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20). There are many lifestyle changes that would never occur to you, but after you see them on another, they seem like the most natural next step. You're not being overly influenced. You just know a good thing when you see it.

TODAY'S BIRTHDAY (Oct. 9). You're focused on inspired ideas and magnificent execution that will involve and invigorate a whole team. A fun relationship connects like a great comedy duo, clashing and meshing in amusing ways. More highlights: a delicious moment of comeuppance, the satisfaction of knowing you've given the love and care someone could want, and the privilege of doing it more. Leo and Cancer adore you. Your lucky numbers are: 1, 22, 24, 19 and 10.

CELEBRITY PROFILES: Superstar director Sam Mendes soon starts productions on four Beatles films, and the internet is abuzz over who will play the roles, especially of Libran John Lennon. Today, over 50 years since the release of the album "Imagine," its timeless themes will ring out at the Strawberry Fields memorial in New York City's Central Park. Lennon was born under the Aquarius Moon, the sign of humanity, unity and dreamers.

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