Here is your astrological forecast for Monday, Oct. 13, courtesy of your resident scopetress Jen Bem.

Aries 03.21-04.19
With Mars coming into your sign this afternoon, you’ll find yourself feeling argumentative. God forbid anyone starts talking about religion or politics because you’ll be ready to take them out.

Taurus 04.20-05.20
Instead of getting frustrated with your honey, take a second to think about what he is going through. You have a tendency to overlook the reasons he’s testy and only focus on the fact that he’s pissing you off.

Gemini 05.21-06.21
Watch out for some opportunities that will appear to be heaven-sent today, but are really curses. Your boss finally learns your name and asks you to do extra work for her? Your honey finally got a better job? Watch out for those late nights and long hours.

Cancer 06.22-07.21
Try to explain to your friends that you’re not being needy, you’re just attention-starved. You don’t mean to blow up their phones wondering what everyone is doing; it’s just that you’re lonely.

Leo 07.22-08.22
Attribute your laziness and apathy to Jupiter lumbering into your sign this morning. You won’t feel like doing anything all day, but everyone deserves a break every now and again.

Virgo 08.23-09.22
Be cautious of a friend who tells you he needs help this afternoon. What you think is just going over to help pack for a move could turn into back- breaking labor.

Libra 09.23-10.22
You have a tendency to keep your emotions inside because you’re concerned with how everyone else is doing. Unfortunately, this afternoon will be your breaking point. Get things off your chest or you’re going to explode.

Scorpio 10.23-11.21
The romantic moon is whispering sweet nothings into your ear, which will cause you to be all lovey-dovey. Your honey will be confused at this sweeter, less fiery side, but will definitely enjoy the change.

Sagittarius 11.22-12.21
Focusing on work, school or whatever it is you’re supposed to be doing is not happening today. Treat yourself to a longer lunch to shake off your “out-of-it” mood.

Capricorn 12.22-01.19
It’s OK to indulge a bit this afternoon. If eating an extra cookie with lunch will make you happy, go for it. If you just have to have that new album, buy online and chill out.

Aquarius 01.20-02.18
Remember what your grandmother used to tell you: “All work and no play makes Dick a dull boy.” It’s still true, especially today. Consider taking the afternoon off.

Pisces 02.19-03.20
You’re in for some surprises this afternoon, but don’t worry — it’s all good. Maybe you’ll find out your boss put you in for a raise, or you don’t have to go meet your honey’s parents this weekend.

Jen Bem provides your horoscope Monday through Friday online and in b, the paper.

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