Thursday Horoscope September 8

You accomplish more while working with others today. Your directional abilities are in high focus. Lightning fast when it comes to the business deal, you seem to have direct insight into what is worthwhile and worthless in a situation. You have new and unconventional ways to cut through the red tape and get at what is important. This may be a period when you take your work more seriously than usual. A lot of energy goes into getting things scheduled and organized. Anything out of place gets your attention. This evening you may be more involved with neighbors than usual. If you are not involved in a love relationship now, you may meet someone new this evening. This evening is certainly a great time for having romantic feelings.

You are driven when it comes to fulfilling your ambitions and carving out a career. There is no lack of energy or drive here and nothing will stand in your way. Everything is poured into making the right moves and the correct decisions. You are outgoing, enthusiastic and diplomatic--everybody's favorite. A career in psychology and in areas of the mind and self that are vulnerable and sensitive is indicated. You not only like change and transforming experiences, you pursue them for their own sake. You head straight for whatever challenges your sense of identity and puts you through changes. A creative talent is due for recognition now and rewards are within your reach. Display your creative talent with pride.

You will rise to the occasion and pull off a magic trick in order to meet a deadline today. Your inner resources and emotions are accented. Expect a sense of support and good will from those around you. You should be noticing an increase in income now. If you have not received a promotion, it is time to request one. This is a period of manifestation and marks a time when you are better able to coordinate all the factors necessary to achieve success or to realize your goals. Take a little trip, or get outside this afternoon. You may want to break that routine and try something new or different right now. You may discover insights into day-to-day problems that will be of great value later. A hobby or some creative endeavor may bring you much joy.

You may find that both your personal growth and your career may depend upon how you can handle some fairly sensitive psychological material coming up now. You will benefit from analytical insights, getting to the heart of things--penetrating. This is not the best time to attempt to get your ideas across to others, but there is success along the lines of opening up some communication barriers--listening. You should be able to achieve some real breakthroughs in the form of ideas, communications and the mind in general. There are opportunities to push forward in your career through teaching or expanding your skills. Insights into your own mental workings, original thoughts and the like are possible now. A hobby occupies your mind tonight.

You may have insights or breakthroughs regarding work issues now. Others are interested in what you have to say as your judgment and insights are valued. At heart, you have a deep sense of responsibility and purpose and this seriousness is genuine and felt by others. Law, politics, education, travel and religion are some of the areas where an emotionally charged drama will be played. Friendships and involvement in group activities usually play a fun part in your life and by this afternoon, you are ready to be with your friends. Friends are our only true riches and the satisfaction that comes from accomplishing things in cooperation with others is something no one can take away from you. You set examples that others will follow.

Any emotional problem today deserves a bit of thought. Let a day or so pass, if possible, and then return to the problem. A work problem that involves math, sales, shelving, timing, cutting back or building up the stock, transporting, etc. should have your full attention. Do not make assumptions--get all the facts. You could be helping another co-worker as well as yourself. Find a common ground between you and a customer so that the end result can be positive. You will find yourself more concerned with maintaining and strengthening your position, rather than pushing outward. This can be a very rewarding attitude. You are very attentive when it comes to financial security--you may find opportunities for wise investments later today.

Psychological values and material possessions become very important for you now and they are in a state of change: what is old and familiar is left behind or changed so thoroughly as to be unrecognizable. This can be a very productive time in your life. You may be reviewing your investments and perhaps, changing some of your ideas about which ones are most profitable. You can go out of your way to be clear minded and practical--removing every vestige of imagination and dreaminess. This is an attempt to ignore your more spiritual and mystical side, which seems to challenge you at every turn. Invest in your creative side this evening. Get back in touch with your more spiritual side by becoming involved in some creative writing or music.

Opportunities appear all around you and seem to challenge your social standing just now. You must decide whether the risk of participating in these changes will be worth the effort. The clear choice may go against your better interests. You will benefit from the time you give toward meditation on these opportunities and giving your answer another day. Unusual ideas and novel ways of expressing them play a bigger than usual part in your life now. A neighbor could play a part in this--or perhaps a brother or sister. The ways you get around and stay in touch at the everyday level are changed by technology or social circumstances. This may mean you get to drive a hybrid car or an all-electric car this day. A little romance this evening is possible.

Your family can provide you with tremendous incentive to move forward in your career and vica versa. You will receive a little boost of encouragement today. You are able to dispense with some of the unessential and develop what is most basic and true in your environment. You encourage good support. You may feel that you are in touch and in harmony with others; the lines of communication are open. The support you need is available. Being successful in life is easy; you have a built-in sense of how to approach and unravel even the most difficult problems. You have an instinct for justice and the law and you always know how to approach a problem from just the right angle. This ability makes you a natural counselor or guide for others.

Career insights and breakthroughs are possible today. You might discover that unconventional solutions to life's problems or new directions and paths are in order. You could find a teacher or guide--a new approach to your career, etc. You could discover yourself through creativity and self-expression. An increased confidence and a more outgoing manner may be the keys that open doors in your career now. There are opportunities available--your job now is to pick and choose. Having and appreciating things of beauty and value play a bigger role in your life. Provided you do not spend it all on the fancy things that catch your eye, this can be a financially favorable period. There are opportunities to pursue your artistic interests this evening.

You enjoy working hard and being organized and you exercise skill and discipline in anything that affects your career. This is a perfect combination for excellent manager skills. Your disappointments come when people do not show respect for each other. Continue to keep your own personal standards--one of your duties in this life is to teach. You will have many students--some you are not aware of just now. There is a temptation to spend or give away money today. It is important for people to feel that they can supply their own needs; you might be helpful in guiding them toward a sensible budget. The planetary energies show a bit of anxiety on your part this evening but a little dinner and a little music puts all that anxiety to rest.

Perhaps there is a sense of challenge or blockage just now. You may not find the support you need so, if possible, back away from what you know may be stressful and try again later--another day. Pace yourself and rethink your expectations. You enjoy working hard and being organized and you exercise skill and discipline in anything that affects your career and reputation. Getting to the core of most any problem is becoming much easier now. Your friends are your main interest this afternoon and you might find a group or team sport the perfect activity to relieve the stresses of the day. You are quite able to manage a very active and strong emotional life. Strong spirit; attractive. This can be a period of healing and may mark a time of increased vitality.