Horoscopes May 9, 2024: Billy Joel, look for positive signs

CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Steve Yzerman, 59; John Corbett, 63; Billy Joel, 75; Candice Bergen, 78.

Happy Birthday: Trust your instincts, and question anything that doesn’t feel or sound accurate. A disciplined approach to navigating your life and what you participate in will keep you moving in the right direction. Recognize your limits, set boundaries and take control. Look for positive signs, and adjust your path to minimize backtracking. You have plenty to gain if you listen to your inner voice. Your numbers are 5, 12, 19, 26, 31, 37, 43.

ARIES (March 21-April 19): Pace yourself and focus on your goals. Do the work yourself, and accept and enjoy the rewards you deserve. Use your imagination, and you will discover unusual ways to use your skills to overcome barriers. 4 stars

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Self-improvement projects will build confidence and make you feel good about the possibilities and your pursuits. Express yourself and what you can achieve and offer through actions, and you will gain the support you need to bring about positive change and opportunity. 3 stars

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Combat anxiety by joining forces with people you know and trust to pitch in and help. Your experience will help you pick and choose what’s best for you mentally, physically and emotionally. Abandon projects that are wasting valuable time for minimal return. 3 stars

CANCER (June 21-July 22): Be a good listener, but don’t buy into someone else’s dream. Take what you can from conversations and apply the information to something meaningful. Refrain from letting anger set in or arguments take up precious time. 3 stars

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Someone will consume your energy for their benefit if you are too accommodating. Act on your behalf and progress will be yours. Partnerships are only to your advantage if there is give and take. Map out what’s important to you, and don’t take unnecessary detours. 4 stars

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Mixed emotions will slow you down. Look for opportunities and adjust what’s necessary to gain ground. Pay attention to detail, and present yourself and what you have to offer in your unique way, and you will discover a captive audience with something to contribute. 2 stars

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Follow your passion. Create something that makes you feel good about yourself and will prompt you to do the work necessary to reach your goal. Take better care of your health and your financial well-being. Finish what you start, and avoid outside interference. 5 stars

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): You’ll gravitate toward people who are as hardworking as you are. Expand your mind, connections and plans. Attend events offering insight into new possibilities and technology to help you reach your goal. Partnerships look promising. 3 stars

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Keep your thoughts to yourself, listen carefully and don’t believe everything you hear. An older family member or domestic issue will burden you if you ignore the signs. Assess situations; protect yourself from anyone taking advantage of you. 3 stars

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Educate yourself before you start something new. Being resourceful and keeping up with the latest technology are important. Participate in events that encourage positive change. Find opportunities that can streamline your actions to meet your demands. 3 stars

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Domestic issues will be convoluted. When in doubt, step back and evaluate. Don’t disregard your emotions; how you feel will accurately assess what’s happening around you. Question everything and everyone, and you’ll find it easier to decide what’s best for you. 5 stars

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Take your time, watch what’s happening around you and adjust to the changes you observe. Refuse to let your emotions take over, leading to a spontaneous or premature move that lacks validity. Slow, decisive action will keep you on the right track and ease your mind. 2 stars

Birthday Baby: You are persistent, curious and original. You are powerful and supportive.

1 star: Avoid conflicts; work behind the scenes. 2 stars: You can accomplish, but don’t rely on others. 3 stars: Focus and you’ll reach your goals. 4 stars: Aim high; start new projects. 5 stars: Nothing can stop you; go for gold.

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