Horoscopes

If today is your birthday, certain situations will require you to bring about whatever reforms are necessary to ensure that your plans move forward successfully. Refuse to give in to fear or anyone trying to bully or control you.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept.

22) — Make plans to socialize or host an event at your place. Getting together with friends, children or relatives will give you insight into future trends. Speak up and take action.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct.

23) — Restrain your emotions until you feel it’s safe to share them. If you focus on personal growth and being and doing your very best, favorable change will take place.

SCORPIO (Oct.

24-Nov. 22) — You need to think matters through and decide how to use your skills most effectively. Don’t flounder when you can be straightforward, direct and honest.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov.

23-Dec. 21) — Do your own thing in order to avoid interference. Working alongside others will slow you down and force you into a situation that you can avoid if you work alone.

CAPRICORN (Dec.

22-Jan. 19) — Stay in touch with the people you feel can make a difference in your life and to your future. Avoid any sort of action that might lead to physical injury or mishap. Listen to good advice.

AQUARIUS (Jan.

20-Feb. 19) — An opportunity will develop if you form a partnership with someone who has the skills to complement what you do best. Don’t hesitate to bring about change.

PISCES (Feb.

20-March 20) — If you are sincere and loyal, people who share your interests and concerns will help you. Walk away from anyone who puts up a fuss or makes selfish demands.

ARIES (March

21-April 19) — Don’t let the chaos going on around you make you think that you cannot accomplish your goals. If you push forward, you will reap the rewards you are looking for and deserve.

TAURUS (April

20-May 20) — Take on a challenge that allows you to show off your skills and intelligence, and prove that you’ve got what it takes to be a leader. Helping those less fortunate will be rewarding.

GEMINI (May

21-June 20) — Strive to make a better life for you and your loved ones. Take action and make things happen rather than talk and procrastinate. Actions will speak louder than words.

CANCER (June

21-July 22) — Give those you love free rein to do as they please. Put your time to good use by accomplishing your goals instead of trying to control those around you.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22)

— You’ll make a difference to those you encounter today. Your encouragement, help and ability to make things happen will be impressive. Romance is encouraged.