HOROSCOPE

Aries (March 21-April 19): Basic human rights should be a birthright for all, yet that has not been so. You’ll help those who do not share your rights and privileges.

Taurus (April 20-May 20): As you accept how each has a unique way of relating to the world, you’ll help people understand one another.

Gemini (May 21-June 21): You’re friends with many people with interests, background and experiences similar to yours. Your creativity depends on reaching out to different people.

Cancer (June 22-July 22): Books have the power to change people. You’ll love the way information is presented to you today, and the more you find out, the more you want to know.

Leo (July 23-Aug. 22): The barriers to love seem to be in the other person, but the world is full of mirrors.

What appears to be outside is really coming from you.

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Anyone can complain but it takes organization and follow-through to alter how things are done. You’ve done it before and will do it again.

Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 23): Some important things are very difficult, some are easy. You’ll do what it takes to get the result you want.

Scorpio (Oct. 24-Nov. 21): You’ll reach the point in an endeavor where you’ve done as much as you can or need to do. Let it go. Further work would be a waste.

Sagittarius (Nov. 22Dec. 21): No one deserves better treatment than the others, yet most people believe they do. You will never be sorry you upheld the value of humility.

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): No matter where a problem came from, once you pick it up, it’s yours to love, solve, keep or give away. Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): You’ll make the most of an opportunity to improve your condition. Then you’ll share all you’ve learned so others can do the same.

Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20): Because you have deep wells of empathy, you may feel things more than is necessary for you to be of help. You can always dial it back.

Today’s birthday (July 17): You’re a light in the world, and you bring a lot of creativity to the role. You’ll keep people on their toes with your humor and the delight of your attention. You’ll make a financial move and be a leader. Don’t let up on improvements just because things get easy. There are six wins that will get you named your team’s most valuable player. Aries and Aquarius adore you. Your lucky numbers are: 9, 30, 24, 17 and 3.

Mathis writes her column for Creators Syndicate Inc. The horoscope should be read for entertainment.