Horoscopes

HAPPY BIRTHDAY for Saturday, June 30, 2018: This year you open up to more vitality. You do not flee from your feelings, as you have done in the past. If you are single, you have your share of admirers. If you are attached, the two of you will work on your communication styles to become more in sync with each other. Aquarius has some offbeat ideas.

The stars show the kind of day you’ll have: 5-Dynamic; 4-Positive; 3-Average; 2-So-so; 1-Difficult

ARIES (March 21-April 19) ★★★★ Communication could become unusually difficult. Even if you choose your words with care, you are likely to experience an off-the-wall reaction to them.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) ★★★★ You understand the task of being a good role model. Both your integrity and listening skills evolve. Others find you, the stable Bull, to be somewhat unpredictable.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) ★★★★★ You seem ready to move on. You always seem to seek out a new system of thinking. Even with your good intentions, you could run into a friend who demonstrates more volatility than in the past.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) ★★★★ The ups and downs of the moment could be discouraging, especially with a volatile Aquarius who seems to be letting off steam.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) ★★★ You might be in the middle of a problematic situation as a loved one goes on the warpath. Don’t be surprised by the reaction you receive when you speak up.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) ★★★★ You might be witnessing a friendship flounder because of a misunderstanding. It could be impossible to determine how right you are or how right the other party is.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) ★★★★★ A loved one could be difficult to deal with, and you might want to pull back from interacting with this person.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) ★★★★ You might be walking into a situation that could become even more volatile if you are not careful. Be loving and compassionate. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) ★★★ You are in the mood for some fun; however, someone you care about could be downright angry, creating some negative feelings in you. Try not to allow this situation to become any worse.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) ★★★★ Others seem inordinately aggressive or overly reactive. Make it OK to let people know what you feel is appropriate behaviour in this situation.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) ★★★★★ You finally feel energized and as if you can’t be stopped. You don’t want to feel as if you have to walk on eggshells, but you might not have a choice as others seem to be particularly fragile.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) ★★★★★ You might want to express your thoughts to a loved one. You probably won’t want to share everything, but opening up a conversation is vital for this bond. If you feel irritated, give yourself a break.

HAPPY BIRTHDAY for Sunday, July 1, 2018: This year, optimism becomes a given in your life. If you are single, you have a strong personality, so you probably will need someone a little less intense for a partner. If you are attached, this year offers many romantic moments. Aquarius teaches you how to express your feelings.

ARIES (March 21-April 19) ★★★★ A spontaneous get-together could heighten the enjoyment of this weekend. Your feelings could be more intense than they have been in a while.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) ★★★★ Your ability to call the shots might be curtailed more than you’d like because of your acceptance of a stronger role within your family and at work.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) ★★★★★ You could be in a situation where you are able to help others evolve and come to a clearer understanding. Look at the ramifications of moving forward with an offer.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) ★★★★ One-on-one relating proves to be rewarding. Opportunities appear through a loved one. You might not be able to control someone else, but you do appreciate that you can influence their mood.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) ★★★★★ Embrace a more easygoing attitude. You have the rare opportunity to see the whole scenario from the perspective of a key person in your life.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) ★★★★ Pace yourself and recognize that you can do only so much in one day. Your domineering personality emerges. Speak your mind and people will listen.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) ★★★★ Your personality helps melt someone else’s resistance. A child or loved one lets you know how they really feel about you.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) ★★★ It is up to you to determine the best path to proceed on. Your loved ones appear to be supporting you. Your positive attitude does make a big difference.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) ★★★★ Speak your mind with the expectation that others will get the gist of your message. Avoid going to extremes if possible.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) ★★★★ You’ll deal with an emotional situation directly and won’t allow others to interfere. Honour what is happening within your circle and join in.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) ★★★★★ You will share some news that probably contains some gossip. You’ll enjoy the reaction you get.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) ★★★ Use today just for you. You will recharge better in a quiet situation without many people around. Pick your company with care. HAPPY BIRTHDAY for Monday, July 2, 2018: This year is a year to remember. Be willing to change paths if you feel the need. If you are single, be willing to try dating a different type of person. If you are attached, the two of you open up to more travel together. Pisces opens many doors for you.

ARIES (March 21-April 19) ★★★ You are likely to discover that nothing is as it seems. You could feel as if a personal issue stems from a recurring problem.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) ★★★★ Your confidence could dominate the morning, but by the afternoon, you might start to doubt yourself. Test out some of your ideas on a friend first.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) ★★★★★ You are able to see the whole picture, and you don’t feel challenged by a difficult situation. Your ability to lead and come up with unusual ideas carries you through most problems.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) ★★★★ You might be very sure of yourself when dealing with a friend in a conversation. Give others space to do their own thing.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) ★★★★ You don’t always have the luxury to relax as you do right now. Do not minimize the importance of your downtime.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) ★★★★ You have a limited amount of time to accomplish what you need and want to do. A dear friend or loved one might have a strange response to what is going on; hear them out.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) ★★★★ Try to go with the flow in various situations that seem to have some obstacles. Do not underestimate the role of a special loved one in your life.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) ★★★ You have kept yourself tightly wound. Slow down and decide to do something just for you. A key person in your life might not agree with your ideas at first. Don’t worry, they will come around soon.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) ★★★★ You have been making an effort to communicate with others. Some of the exchanges could be somewhat surprising; the twists and turns might actually catch you off guard. Reach out to someone who would greatly appreciate hearing from you.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) ★★★★ You could be in a situation where you feel uncomfortable. Your finances might play a role in what is happening. You will note that communication picks up substantially over the next few days.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) ★★★★ You could feel as if you have your hands full. Know that you might have gone overboard during the past few days. Make it OK to not feel guilty when you start opting for some R and R. Take care of your needs, and you will emerge happier and more refreshed.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) ★★★ You might feel off until midday, when you get another surge of energy. Take advantage of the moment and don’t feel as if you need to do anything differently. Look at it as though you are simply extending the weekend.