Horoscope: Feb. 22

Aries (March 21-April 19): Slow down. You’ll strike upon a spiritual kernel of truth. Noticing, pondering, praying and wondering are all activities that will deliver you from the humdrum into the divine.

Taurus (April 20-May 20): To be the best at what you do, you have to stretch into unknown territory. You may not see immediate positive benefits for your risk, but they are coming. Have faith.

Gemini (May 21-June 21): Your mind is open, ready to solve the puzzle of life. Nonsensical pieces fit together to form a beautiful picture – a road sign of sorts, directing you toward your dreams.

Cancer (June 22-July 22): You thrive on spontaneity. Not knowing what’s coming next makes you feel more alive. Leave your agenda, and head into unstructured blocks of time, following your whims.

Leo (July 23-Aug. 22): When all is well with your “baby,” all is well with you. Stop everything to make it all right between you and yours, no matter how long it takes or what it entails.

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Sometimes you resist fantastic ideas simply because you know that if you “go there,” you may not return to the land of logic. So what? Don’t return. Believe and make it so.

Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 23): There’s magic in simplicity. Give yourself one goal – only one! Then watch your whole life fall into place, including your love life. Tonight, you’ll relate to people who have been, until now, unrelatable.

Scorpio (Oct. 24-Nov. 21): Your work concept, or lack thereof, contributes directly to how much you earn. That’s why brainstorming is a moneymaker. Your cosmic teammates are Cancer and Leo.

Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): You know you’re talented. Accept accolades for your work. Problems that at first seem overwhelming are your biggest opportunities to shine.

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): You’re figuring out how to climb the career ladder. Anticipate the needs of those who can promote you – your boss and your customer. Competition inspires you. You’re at your competitive best.

Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): You have the most fun when you do the least amount of planning. Before you leave the house, pack half as much as you think you need and bring twice the money.

Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20): What you don’t understand will be made clear to you – later. So relax, don’t ask too many questions, and just take it all in. For now, don’t worry about where you’re going to put it.

Today’s birthday (Feb. 22): This year, your inner leader emerges with a sideways smirk, ready to prove you are not only capable but stylish – snap. In March, you’re encouraged to take relationships to the next step. Your career takes a whimsical direction in April. Invest in May – your instincts tell you what will pay big. You have a special connection with Virgo and Cancer. Your lucky numbers are 19, 35, 29, 1 and 16.

Holiday Mathis writes her column for Creators Syndicate Inc. The forecast should be read for entertainment.