Horoscopes

For Monday, Aug. 1

Those with birthdays today: You need to maintain a lower profile than you have in many years. You might delight in the special quiet time. You will want to consider many actions before taking them, especially those involving a parent, public commitment or professional issue. You will take a strong action when you are ready. A partnership plays a big role in your decisions. You will need to learn ways to cut stress. If you are single, check out a possible new suitor. This person might not be all he or she appears to be. If you are attached, spend quiet time with your sweetie and include him or her in all facets of your life. CANCER helps you relax.

The Stars Show the Kind of Day You’ll Have: 5-Dynamic; 4-Positive; 3-Average; 2-So-so; 1-Difficult

Aries (March 21-April 19)

Knowing when to cut back and make your life easier could be important. What are your goals? If you stop and think, not everything involves money and responsibility. Tonight: Home base.

Taurus (April 20-May 20)

You have the energy, drive and charm to make others take notice and listen. Use this talent to move a project ahead that could be important to your life. Tonight: Make yourself available.

Gemini (May 21-June 20)

Your instincts might be good with money; still, you don’t want to do anything that could make a big change or impact your finances badly. Minimize risk, for your sake. Tonight: Check out a purchase carefully.

Cancer (June 21-July 22)

The Moon in your sign helps you mobilize others in a powerful way. Unusual but true – your words come off a bit harsher than you realize. You want action and will not settle for less. Tonight: Act like top dog.

Leo(July 23-Aug. 22)

Evaluate what could happen if you don’t take an active position and encourage others to take action. Sometimes being a cheerleader or supporter proves to be most rewarding. Tonight: Take some time off.

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)

Often, friends play a significant role in your choices. Someone presents a different but dynamic solution. You might want to evaluate this new but risky idea. Tonight: Brainstorm and toss out ideas.

Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)

You might want to stay on top of work and responsibilities. An associate could be critical. If you get too much flak from this person, let him or her run the show. Tonight: Don’t count on an early night.

Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)

You could be surrounded by petty squabbling. Let the air clear. It might be smart to detach and not get involved. You will be much happier in the long run. Tonight: Let your mind relax.

Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)

Others put in their two cents. You might want to think before you allow more feedback or participation. You have a lot of energy, and if it’s directed positively, you’ll get a lot done. Tonight: A quiet chat.

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)

Let others run with the ball. You have a lot of creativity and ideas. Don’t try to push your thoughts on others, though that might be your nature. You might want to take some independent action. Tonight: Listen to others.

Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)

Easy does it. You might find upheaval or change impossible to prevent on the personal front. Go with the moment. Funnel your energy into work or a project. Tonight: Put your feet up.

Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20)

You need to carry out an idea or finish up a situation. You need to clear the air by making phone calls and returning your messages. Meetings prove to be provocative, but you have more control than you realize. Tonight: Have fun with a loved one.