JACQUELINE BIGAR
Your Horoscope for Monday, August 8
ARIES (March 21-April 19) You unintentionally might trigger a lot of action. When you react, what you say often is quite different from what you do. As a result, the unexpected tends to head your way.
TAURUS (April 20-May 20) You’ll gain a lot of insight if you detach and listen to your inner voice. You have a tendency to impede your chosen direction, as you often work against yourself on a subconscious level.
GEMINI (May 21-June 20) You generally try not to get entangled in difficult situations, but sometimes you don’t have a choice, especially if a friend is involved.
CANCER (June 21-July 22) Pace yourself and get past an immediate issue. You will get more done if you stay home today, especially if you normally work at an office.
LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) You briefly might feel as if your words are falling on deaf ears. Once you get a reaction, you will know that you are heard.
VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) You will want to focus on a personal matter, but a partner’s reaction to a similar issue might jolt you. Stop and listen to this person in order to determine where he or she is coming from.
LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) You are able to handle nearly anything that comes your way. You have a tendency to say nothing until you gain a better understanding of why certain events and responses occur.
SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) Take a much-needed timeout. You tend to see situations differently from how many others see them. You might decide to do more on your own, where your work and creativity can be appreciated. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)
You might see a situation differently as a result of some feedback you get from a friend. Much of what you perceive will be the result of your love for adventure. You understand the need to break the status quo.
CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) Others demand a lot of attention, no matter what is going on. Maintain a sense of humor. Lighten up if a family member becomes reactive to you working late and not giving him or her enough attention.
AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) You could be interested in doing something very different. The thought of a vacation and taking off to see a friend at a distance will enter your mind. Once you realize what is happening around you, you might decide to stick around.
PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) Reach out to a loved one, as he or she is dealing with a lot. Once you open up to a different mindset, you will be of more help than you originally had thought possible. Take a stern, disciplined approach toward your finances!
HAPPY BIRTHDAY (Aug. 8) This year you feel very tuned in to your neighborhood, family and loved ones. You will hone your communication skills, which will help to strengthen the important bonds in your life. If you know what you want, you are likely to get it.