HOROSCOPE

Aries (March 21-April 19): Why is it that when you’re in the presence of certain people, you seem to forget everything you’ve learned about love? Believe in you.

Taurus (April 20-May 20): You’re wise to let the situation prove worthy of your trust before you give it.

Gemini (May 21-June 21): To try to set up an accurate expectation for others may help interactions go more smoothly. Cancer (June 22-July 22): You’ll be gathering inspiration today. It won’t come to you; you’ll have to go to it.

Leo (July 23-Aug. 22): Today your empathy will bond you in laughter instead of the usual tears.

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): You’re pretty clear about your purpose, and this will help you move forward when the work is tough.

Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 23):

Silence and smiling: two responses you can’t go wrong with today. They’ll be appropriate in many situations.

Scorpio (Oct. 24-Nov. 21): People do not always know what they need. Help people understand what you’re offering.

Sagittarius (Nov. 22Dec. 21): In a capitalist society, people begin to think of themselves as brands. Know your real value.

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Unsolicited advice is usually taken as an affront, so you try not to give it. And yet, when it’s offered to you, you see it as valuable information, even if it’s not good advice. It just lets you know how people are thinking.

Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): The one who thinks of you often will continue to do so whether or not you check in. But you’ll find that taking the time to connect will reward you by making you feel good about the kind of person you are.

Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20): The world is more explored than ever, but that doesn’t mean there’s not plenty for you to find. Believe in your uniqueness and in your ability to change a place for the better.

Today’s birthday (July 25): You’ll do your best work because you don’t stop to judge, compare, doubt or ponder. You get out of your own head and keep going. It’s a year when the learning comes by doing, not by thinking. Next month, good news for family is good news for you. October brings a happy resolution to an ongoing struggle. Cancer and Gemini adore you. Your lucky numbers are: 9, 40, 3, 32 and 1.

Holiday Mathis writes her column for Creators Syndicate Inc. The horoscope should be read for entertainment. Previous forecasts are at latimes.com/horoscope.