HOROSCOPES

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Expand your circle of friends if it will help you excel. Branching out will encourage you to use your skills in innovative ways. A personal change should be based on facts, not on hearsay.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Be prepared to act if someone makes an unexpected choice. Your actions should send a positive message. A steady pace forward is encouraged.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23): Helping someone else will lead to personal gain. Look for an opportunity that will help you expand into new territory with your work, relationships or educational pursuits.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 22): Listen and learn. Patience and discipline will be your ticket to success. Don't fall for someone's grandiose plans that could leave you in a vulnerable position. Do your own thing.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 23-Dec. 21): One door closes, but another door opens. Follow your heart, embrace personal growth and take steps to implement a healthy, less stressful lifestyle. Romance is highlighted.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Make a change if it will help keep the peace. Listen to complaints and share your feelings. Compromise will make a difference when dealing with domestic problems.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 19): Concentrate on what you are trying to achieve. If you explore new possibilities, you'll come up with a way to use your skills to bring in more cash. Romance is encouraged.

PISCES (Feb. 20-March 20): How you help others will reflect the type of person you are. The changes you bring about will make a difference and encourage others to do things for themselves. Practice moderation.

ARIES (March 21-April 19): Keep your finger on the pulse. The more you know, the better you will understand what's going on around you. Refuse to let your emotions take the reins.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Strive to get things done. Put quality first and quantity second. If you learn from your mistakes, you'll come out on top. Keep your distance from inconsistent people.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Focus on personal relationships. Refuse to let an outsider cause a problem for you at home or with someone who has always been there for you in the past.

CANCER (June 21-July 22): Do things your way. If you let your creative imagination take charge, you'll come up with ideas and solutions that will impress onlookers and boost your confidence and reputation.