HOROSCOPE

Aries (March 21-April 19): Your sophistication leads you to understand that what’s right for one person doesn’t work for all.

Taurus (April 20-May 20): Persistence, passion and optimism will be the combination that creates your luck. Gemini (May 21-June 21): Lighten up by saying goodbye to worn possessions you don’t use anymore. Getting rid of what doesn’t bring you joy will make room for what does.

Cancer (June 22-July 22): If you can convince yourself that this is the best way to solve a problem, you’ll easily convince others.

Leo (July 23-Aug. 22): No matter how many facts support an idea or how much information is available, people will do as they feel. Even the most logical human is still an emotional creature.

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): The fun part about parades, as opposed to, say, a theater, is that the action keeps marching on and it’s never the same clown twice. You’re in a prime position to watch the parade go by today.

Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 23): You’ve something of value to give, and you’re in a generous mood, too. Negotiations will ensue. Scorpio (Oct. 24-Nov. 21): You’ll gravitate toward situations and relationships in which you’re likely to pick up certain skills. Sagittarius (Nov. 22Dec. 21): You have an idea that hasn’t quite found its best use yet. Experiment.

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): It’s a day for getting organized and being your own project manager.

Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): It will be nearly impossible to get your work done unless you take precautions against distraction. Turn off your devices, and go somewhere quiet.

Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20): Decisions to make and actions to take — and you can certainly handle it all on your own, although it will be much more fun if you bring along a trusted sidekick.

Today’s birthday (Aug. 6): You’re full of questions, and the answers will make you laugh, think and learn. Bonus: Asking the right people will get you promoted and paid. There’s a mighty blessing in November, a winning ticket in February. March brings a long process in which daily efforts will markedly improve life and, in particular, finances. Cancer and Libra adore you. Your lucky numbers are: 9, 3, 24, 22 and 18.