YOUR horoscope

HAPPY BIRTHDAY for Tuesday, Aug. 14, 2018: This year you open up to many new ideas and different people. You explore another segment of life that you have not been exposed to. Travel could play a significant role in your year. You will expose yourself to an eye-opening experience. If you are single, your next sweetie could come from your experiences and consequent growth. If you are attached, the experience you seek will be shared by your significant other. Though you might not be growing at the same rate, these new experiences will feed your relationship. LIBRA adores you.

ARIES (March 21-April 19)

You are playful and full of zip after a somber morning. You wonder why you go through these ups and downs. Sometimes when you are depressed, the cause can be rage turned inward. Unearthing this uncomfortable feeling might be the right move. Tonight: Continue as you have been.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20)

You tend to be gracious and caring. You might have a difficult time smiling through a hassle, especially as the situation could be handled at the drop of a hat. Honor a fastchanging situation, and stay up to date on what is happening. Tonight: Tap into your imagination.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20)

You open up to several different options, though a key person in your life might minimize the importance of them. Do not allow this person’s attitude to get to you. Remain optimistic. You could become very strong-willed about what you need. Tonight: Do not push.

CANCER (June 21-July 22)

Stay centered and direct in your dealings. A question might arise that gives you cause to think and evaluate. Do not react automatically to a difficult person. Instead, choose to be gracious and willing to move in a new direction. Tonight: Count on a lively conversation.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22)

You have a habit of sometimes being overly content while everyone else gets tense, grumpy or difficult. In fact, someone might be irritated by your continually upbeat attitude, as he or she simply cannot relate. Be supportive of this person. Tonight: Meet up with a friend.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)

Nothing is impossible. You often create barriers. You could retreat from a perceived restriction. If finances are involved, double-check your accounts against what you are hearing. Be discriminating and cautious. Tonight: Organize your bills, then decide what you want to do.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)

You could be overwhelmed by what is happening. You would like to see others mesh more easily. Recognize your limits. You can do only so much. Be your cheerful self, and any heaviness will depart, though perhaps not as fast as you would like. Tonight: Be the lead actor.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)

You might hear whispering and see others looking at you. This behavior might make you somewhat uncomfortable. Your strength and sense of direction can take you through any hassle, but do you want this type of behavior to go on? Tonight: Hang out at a favorite spot with friends.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)

Your sunny side emerges. You share a lot of different information and seem more open to others. A friend might enjoy this side of your multifaceted personality. Do not allow a feeling of insecurity to affect what could be a fun day with a friend. Tonight: Worry less, play more.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)

You might want to clear up a problem ASAP. You will feel better and function on a higher level as a result. A boss eyes your performance, as he or she might be thinking about giving you a promotion. Be open to suggestions, but don’t veer from your style. Tonight: Out with a friend.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)

You could be too tired to continue as you have been, but as long as you don’t run your body ragged, you will achieve a lot. A trip might be in the offing sooner than you think. Discussions might start as soon as today. Share your feelings as different ideas come up. Tonight: Go to a movie.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20)

You break through a haze. You might not know what you want, but you have a clearer perspective. Your ability to relax emerges as a dominant force. You need to slow down and regroup. The picture you see will be better if you do. Tonight: Spend time with a favorite person. BORN TODAY: Actress Halle Berry (1966), baseball player Magic Johnson (1959), actor Steve Martin (1945)