ASTRO-GRAPH

FRIDAY, AUGUST 16, 2019 Stop the drama. Gravitate toward serenity, peace of mind and less stress. Be grateful for what you have and think about how little you really need. This is a year of transformation, change of priorities and personal growth.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) — Opportunity is within reach. If you get out and mingle, you’ll encounter someone or something that interests you. A partnership can help you reach your goal and change your life. VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) — Take a leap of faith and make a personal change that will improve your emotional and physical health. Make a focused effort to look and feel your best through proper diet and exercise. LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23) — Surround yourself with people who share your concerns, beliefs and desire to make a difference. You’ll encounter someone who sparks your interest and imagination. Romance is highlighted. SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 22) — Live and learn. Be a silent observer and recognize when you should take a pass. If you channel your energy into a creative or unusual pastime, positive changes will take place. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 23-Dec. 21) — Plan to have fun with a loved one. Refuse to let an emotional incident ruin your day. If someone tries to make you look bad, be prepared to defend your integrity. CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) — Look for a loophole or a way around whatever is holding you back, but do so using facts and figures to prove your point. A change at home will help improve family dynamics. AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 19) — Embrace opportunity and show diversity in the way you deal with problems and people. Make plans to socialize or to spend quality time with a loved one. PISCES (Feb. 20-March 20) — An emotional situation will spin out of control if you or someone else exaggerates or is indulgent. Channel your energy into helping others, not into disrupting your life. ARIES (March 21-April 19) —A change may be in order, but making the wrong move can also set you back. Take baby steps and put everything in place before you proceed. TAURUS (April 20-May 20) — Listen to complaints and suggestions before you make a decision. Offer help for the right reason, not because you want something in return. Someone’s actions or words are likely to disappoint you. GEMINI (May 21-June 20) — Live and learn. Put your experience to good use when dealing with anyone who tends to play with your emotions. Refuse to let others mistreat you. Offer peace. CANCER (June 21-July 22) — Go after your dreams. If you embrace the future with optimism, you’ll attract people who are aligned to your way of thinking. Personal change will be beneficial.