Horoscopes: Thursday, Feb. 8, 2024

ARIES (March 21-April 19). You’re the one who keeps things interesting in relationships by staying alert to possible sources of fun. You’re good at figuring out common interests and where there isn’t a lot of it, you create it.       

TAURUS (April 20-May 20). Among his more imaginative quotes is the declaration of Benjamin Franklin, “If your head is wax, don’t walk in the sun.” You can avoid all meltdowns by tuning into your sensitivities and avoiding that which might set them off.     

GEMINI (May 21-June 21). Relationships that start with attraction can end in repulsion, but it rarely goes the other way. Your aversions will be valid indicators, like bowling ball bumpers, keeping you in the lane and out of the gutter.       

CANCER (June 22-July 22). You’ll change because you desire change. And while you may not be able to make yourself want something more than you organically do, seeing someone who has it could add fuel to your motivation.       

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22). When you find the nexus between what you want and what people want from you, everything gets easier. They buy what you’re selling, they feel honored by your attention, and your work becomes a pleasure.       

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22). Enjoy yourself first, and inspiration will join later. The muses are floating around now, like children at recess, looking for someone on the playground to play with. They’ll get in on the game that looks like fun.       

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23). You’ve already put so much energy into learning how to best present yourself and your work that it is now second nature for you to make a stellar impression. It will pay off today.       

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 21). The challenge in question demands profound reflection, though it happens over the course of many hours and days. Your mind will be churning in the background. You’ll look at your choices, think about your history and decide about your future.       

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21). To be human is to make mistakes often. Cultivating a kinder, gentler inner voice is the order of the day. You’ll find yourself alone, but not for long. Your creative mind is like a beacon to other creative minds.       

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19). You are slowly developing new expectations of a relationship. This is a good time to check them against reality to make sure you’re wanting something that fits with what others are willing and able to give.       

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18). All fires start small. There’s a warm ember in you now, ready to catch on. To follow your attraction is to fan the glow and feed it the kindling that can set your heart ablaze.       

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20). Courteous, obedient and respectful is the usual mode, though you can also be feisty if need be. It’s a side you may let people know about. You are willing to fight for anyone you care about, starting with yourself.       

TODAY’S BIRTHDAY (Feb. 8). This solar return rises like a colorful hot air balloon in a perfect sky, adventurous, thrilling and yet also serene, offering you a view of life you’ve long worked for. More highlights: A love story is written in stardust. You’ll enhance your style, polish your profile and perfect your charm. You’ll finish an educational goal and apply what you know to improve lives and make memories. Pisces and Libra adore you. Your lucky numbers are: 5, 39, 2, 22 and 16.