ASTROGRAPH

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- Refuse to let anyone take advantage of your helpful nature or manipulate you emotionally. Size up whatever situation you face and offer only what you feel is sufficient.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- Keep your facts straight and ask questions if something that someone says sounds suspicious. Being informed will help you avoid making a mistake. Keep your business dealings and your personal life separate.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23) -- An emotional issue will arise if you don’t agree with a sibling, friend or neighbor. Be careful not to offend anyone or let someone put demands on you.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 22) -- Refrain from offering too much. Guard against being taken advantage of by someone you are trying to help. Offer suggestions and advice, but don’t do the work yourself or pay anyone’s way.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 23-Dec. 21) -Communication will be difficult and confusing today. Ask questions if you feel uncertain or think someone is leaving out information you need to make a good decision.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- Discipline and hard work, along with being relatively quiet about your plans, will help you achieve your goals. Don’t let a personal incident slow you down.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 19) -- Think twice before you make a change to your appearance. Behaving excessively or taking an idea too far will turn into a costly affair. Discipline will be required to avoid a risky experiment.

PISCES (Feb. 20-March 20) -- Get to the bottom of a situation that is uncertain or confusing. Someone’s persuasive tactics will put you in a vulnerable position. Think before you agree to something you know little about.

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- Aim to work hard and play to win. If you do your best, you won’t be disappointed with the results. Precision and attention to detail will pay off.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- Look for solutions that you know are a good fit. Conservative action will keep you out of harm’s way. A business trip will be informative. Learn as you go.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- Emotional selfdeception and being misled by others are prominent. Don’t make a move or a promise until you have facts and figures to back you up.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- Facts will help you persuade others to do things your way. Anger will not solve problems, but realistic propositions will. A moderate plan and strategy are favored.