Your Horoscope for Thursday, August 1

ARIES (March 21-April 19) ★★★★★ Your creativity paves the way to new possibilities. You eliminate random filters that have restricted your thinking so you can see people and situations in a new light.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) ★★★ Stay centered. Conversations could revolve around a domestic matter, a new purchase or real estate. You could feel as if you are on the verge of a new beginning — emotionally and financially.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) ★★★★ You might have been contemplating a new purchase that could improve the quality of your daily life. This item could be anything from a new cellphone to a new car, depending on your needs.

CANCER ( June 21-July 22) ★★★★ Be more forthright with another person about how much you might be willing to spend. Your honesty could prevent a hassle.

LEO ( July 23-Aug. 22) ★★★★★ You could need to eliminate a hassle. You might not even register others’ concerns, as they might not appear logical to you.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) ★★ You might be well advised to take extra time with a matter that involves a domestic issue or property. Do not come to any quick final decisions.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) ★★★★★ Luck surrounds crowds and friends. Try to schedule a meeting with more than one person. You might be surprised at the comfort each individual displays.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) ★★★ Others might not get where you come from. Your ability to detach helps you see a problem in a very different light from the majority of people.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) ★★★★ Your mind could easily be on an impending event or trip. Try to stay present as much as you can. If you’re questioning a decision, take your time.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) ★★★★★ One-on-one relating takes you down a new path. How you see a situation evolve could be quite different from what you visualized.

AQUARIUS ( Jan. 20-Feb. 18) ★★★★ You see no reason to complain about anything other than the fact that another person might be heavy-handed in making the decisions.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) ★★★ You might have to force a superior or associate to listen to your solution. In this person’s head, he or she has already decided what can be done.

HAPPY BIRTHDAY (Aug. 1) This year, you experience a new beginning. Whatever you do will carry your signature. Your style and approach identify you.