Horoscopes

HAPPY BIRTHDAY for Tuesday, July 31, 2018:

This year your imagination and creativity seem to have no limits. You can go on and on while allowing your mind to just drift from one subject to another. Work on being more realistic. If you are single, you could attract a very intelligent person who helps you open up even more. Be careful not to put this person on a pedestal, as he or she is likely to fall off. If you are attached, the two of you will take a mutual dream and make the adjustments necessary to make it a reality. You might need to wait a year or so to see this project through. Pisces often inspires you.

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)

★★★ You admire self-discipline and, for the most part, you exhibit that same trait. Today is a different story. Your mind floats to topics you might choose not to discuss. In your head, you could be criticizing your responses too harshly.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20)

★★★★★ Somewhere in your mind lies a special desire to contact a friend who lives far away. Clearly, the feeling is mutual. You even might decide to meet each other halfway. Your visit together will be long remembered by both of you.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20)

★★★ You can spare only so much time to indulge anyone in a conversation. The art of saying “no” becomes more and more present in your professional life. A close loved one might not be happy with your new ability to distance yourself.

CANCER (June 21-July 22)

★★★★ Give up being as emotional as you are. On the other hand, make it OK to fall into a reverie. Your mind keeps drifting to a certain person or place. What are you going to do? A bright and creative pal might have some intriguing suggestions.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22)

★★★★★ As strong a sign as you may be, a new passion seems to be able to dominate your mind, heart and/or time. Your focus remains intense; others miss you. A card or gift from someone feeling somewhat dejected needs to be embraced.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)

★★★★ Others come toward you. Before you can make a recommendation or follow through on your ideas for a perfect date night, someone else steps forward with his or her suggestions. Many people are delighted by what they hear.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)

★★★★ You are gracious and willing to do what is needed. Do not cut off a conversation or let someone feel insecure when interacting with him or her. Honour your needs, but be smart and do not forget a loved one’s needs, either.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)

★★★★ Others have a lot on their minds, and they might refuse to pull back in order to see the big picture. You are likely to find that dealing with their expansive moods and desires could be difficult for you. Incorporate more one-on-one time into your day.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)

★★★★ You might be inordinately grumpy or tense right now. If you slow down a bit and take a deep breath, you will feel much better. You need to detach from a problematic situation before you can make any valid decisions. Ask questions, if need be.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)

★★★★ You might be shy at times, but you are not hesitant. You need to stay clear, detached and upbeat when making a decision. Be open to others’ suggestions. Someone could surprise you with a concept that otherwise would never have entered your mind.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)

★★★ If you feel unsure about your financial situation, understand that it might be occurring in order to alert you to be more conscientious with your funds. Sometimes you are whimsical and unpredictable. Indulge your need to take risks in a different way.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20)

★★★★ You have entered a period in which all eyes turn to you. You can handle some adoration, compliments and being fussed over. However, learning to be the centre of several people’s universe can be exhausting! Take a break here and there.