Horoscopes

ARIES

If you can’t take the heat, stay out of the kitchen. Your emotions are likely to get the best of you in spirited discussions. Avoid confrontations in the week ahead. Try to enjoy the world as it is. Don’t worry what others think.

Agree to disagree. There’s little point in trying to get the last word in, as you’re not going to change anyone’s opinion and they aren’t going to change yours. Build upon common interests rather than focusing on differences.

Don’t try to swat a fly with a sledgehammer. You may tend to make a minor problem out to be a bigger deal than it actually is. Keep your priorities in order and don’t act as if a minor setback is the end of the world.

Step back and count to 10. Take care when dealing with those who may get under your skin, as you could be quick to lose your cool. If tried-and-true methods aren’t working for you, thinking outside the box could provide the answer.

Slow and steady wins the race. Not that you’re in a race, but pacing yourself and taking your time will yield a far better result than trying to rush. Others have come to rely on your efficiency and dependability; don’t let them down.

Don’t believe everything you hear. You may get showered with information today, but not all of it is likely to be true. Do your own homework and determine whether sources are valid or just blowing hot air.

Actions speak louder than words. Others are likely to respond better to what you do than to what you say, as deeds will leave no questions about your sincerity. Get all the facts before making judgments or reaching conclusions. Live and let live. There will always be people who see the world differently than you do, so simply try to respect their opinions as you would have them respect your own. Adversity will be easy to overcome if you just keep your cool.

Don’t get too big for your britches. Overconfidence could come back to haunt you this week. You should always be prepared for even the slightest chance that you could fail and have a backup plan.

Expand your horizons. Reading up on a subject could provide valuable insights for business or life in general. Keep an open mind if a companion wants to try something different, as the experience could be worthwhile.

Fools rush in where angels fear to tread. A knee-jerk reaction could land you right in the middle of a mess that would be best to avoid. Break up the monotony by doing something original this week.

Don’t let them drag you down to their level. Certain people may just be itching for a fight and you won’t need to do much to pull their trigger. Defuse tense situations with humor or just walk away in the week ahead. You may enjoy enhanced shrewdness during the coming week, especially in financial and business matters. A circle of friends can brighten your daily routines for the next three to four weeks as well. In late July or early August you may have added determination to succeed and can charm your way to the top. That can be an excellent time to schedule a job interview or to make major decisions about career, but it can also be a great time to meet people who appreciate your talents. Accept any opportunities that come your way in November, when you are luckier and wiser than usual. Your ambitions are at a high point until late January, but you can make a crucial mistake of judgment or lose momentum in December.

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