HOROSCOPE

Aries (March 21-April 19): The narrative you put together in your mind to explain who you are is overdue for some scrutiny. Be honest with yourself.

Taurus (April 20-May 20): There are better ways to show who you are than sharing your opinion, so stay alert to opportunity.

Gemini (May 21-June 21): Exercising, reading and studying music are keys to your happiness.

Cancer (June 22-July 22): What would you like a second crack at? It’s a day of doovers. Leo (July 23-Aug. 22): When you are singled out for praise today, be ready to graciously receive it before you deflect the energy.

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Choose your passions carefully. Some are more manageable than others. You have a sense about trouble,

so use it. Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 23): If it’s not difficult, you won’t be in the mood for it today. Only challenges that are worthy of your effort appeal to you.

Scorpio (Oct. 24-Nov. 21): If the plan isn’t working well, be ready to throw out the script and wing it.

Sagittarius (Nov. 22Dec. 21): Your ancestors had to struggle for freedom. It’s a different battlefield these days, but the battle is the same. Be valiant.

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Shiny things are often just reflecting the brilliance of some other source, like the sun. What you really need now is not the reinterpretation of brilliance; you need the actual brilliance. Go to the original source.

Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Start a project that will help you channel your nervous energy in a positive direction. Pisces (Feb. 19-March

20): Contrary to popular myth, science proves that goldfish have memories longer than three seconds. And those who think that you, dear fish, don’t remember who owes you big-time will have another thing coming.

Today’s birthday (Aug. 27): Those on the outside might think you’re acting on impulse or winning by luck when the truth is that you’re acting out of an instinct for what’s right and winning because you’ve been preparing for years. Exceptional relationships send you to new emotional heights in November and March. Leo and Capricorn adore you. Your lucky numbers are: 30, 7, 10, 48 and 21.