Your Birthday

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 22) — Choose your words wisely and refrain from mixing business with pleasure. Put more effort into creative endeavors or home improvements and less into an unstable situation or joint venture.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 23-Dec. 21) — Take action by physically carrying out changes at home that will make your life better. Learn from experience and don’t believe everything you hear. Rely on yourself and your capability.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) — Invest in yourself, your future and your home. The changes you make based on your perceptions will help you avoid a mistake. Protect your money and possessions.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 19) — Emotional spending will cause problems with someone you love. Beware of throwing money at unnecessary items or personal physical improvements. Products will not live up to your expectations.

PISCES (Feb. 20-March 20) — Be creative with your investments and planned purchases. Don’t go overboard trying to keep up with your peers. Do what works best for you and avoid added stress.

ARIES (March 21-April 19) — Avoid making a big deal out of something a loved one says or does. Arguing will ruin your plans and could hurt an important relationship. Avoid impulsive indulgence.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) — Personal problems will arise if you let your stubbornness kick in or you overreact to certain situations. Put practicality into play and don’t make assumptions or speak in haste.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) — You can make changes without overspending. A joint venture will leave you cash-poor. Channel your energy into home improvements that you can carry out yourself to cut your overhead.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) — Don’t get caught up in someone else’s dilemma. Offer suggestions, but don’t meddle or take on a fight that doesn’t belong to you. Steady your emotions and avoid reckless actions.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) — Learn from emotional experiences and use what you discover to help you better understand your personal relationships. A healthy sense of compromise will encourage peace of mind and greater harmony.

SUNDAY, AUGUST 27, 2017

Show more creativity when it comes to your personal life and living space. Explore relationships with people who inspire you and are supportive of the goals you want to pursue. Refuse to let negative or demanding people bring you down or ruin your plans. Finish what you start.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) — A short trip will motivate you to meet people from different backgrounds or implement different lifestyles into your current daily routine. Share your thoughts and feelings with someone special.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23) — Do what you can to give something back to your community. Donating possessions will leave you feeling good and will help you get rid of clutter. If you don’t use or want something, pay it forward.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 22) — Rely on your uniqueness and creative ability to come up with ideas or plans that will make your surroundings more conducive to the lifestyle you want to pursue.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 23-Dec. 21) — Use your strength, courage, desire and discipline to get things done your way. Home improvements will make you feel safe and secure. Romance will encourage a better relationship.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) — Taking a unique approach to the way you move forward professionally will lead to positive change in your income and will boost your reputation.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 19) — Question anyone or any situation that seems suspicious or untrue. A fast-talking salesperson will give you false information. Do your research before you buy into something. Romance is highlighted.

PISCES (Feb. 20-March 20) — A bargain is only good if what you get is something you actually need. Don’t get caught up in the moment or talked into something that you can do without.

ARIES (March 21-April 19) — Anger due to loyalty issues will not help fix an emotional situation. Take a moment to consider what’s really bothering you before you make unrealistic demands that won’t solve anything.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) — Put your energy into passion, not into an emotional argument. It’s important to be clear about what you want and how you feel. Working with someone to build a better future is encouraged.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) — Make time for the ones you love. Sharing a romantic moment or getting involved in physical activities with youngsters, siblings or peers should highlight your day.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) — Being too soft with youngsters or anyone trying to take advantage of your kindness will cause emotional stress. Don’t jeopardize your health just to fit in. Say no to temptation.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) — Emotions will be difficult to control. Don’t let anger take charge or you could face unwanted changes in a relationship with someone you want and need in your life. Be willing to compromise.