For Thursday, July 18

This year you will experience life with renewed vigor and happiness. You could be overindulgent, partying and socializing to the max. If you are single, you could meet someone you put on a pedestal. If you are attached, the two of you might want to fulfill a longtime dream this year.

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)

•••• You might be delighted at how someone’s change of attitude can brighten your day. Good feelings and a sense of being integrated will help you get what you need done. Tonight: Break past a self-imposed restriction.

Taurus (April 20-May 20)

••••• Work with an associate in order to find out what is best to do. You might be delighted by what emerges when you team up with this person. Tonight: Go for togetherness.

Gemini (May 21-June 20)

•••• You might want to try a different approach or do something very differently. You communicate in a very effective manner. Tonight: Let someone else take the lead.

Cancer (June 21-July 22)

•••• Your sense of direction takes you down a new path. Be willing to handle vagueness and perhaps an overly uptight personality. Tonight: Follow your intuition.

Leo (July 23-Aug. 22)

••• You’ll find that answers come quickly — far more quickly than you originally thought possible. A brainstorming session might emerge from out of nowhere, and it could be instrumental in finding the right solution. Tonight: Have some fun.

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)

••• Make calls and set up appointments. Keep in mind that having a conversation could eliminate the need for some meetings. Tonight: Someone puts a spell on you.

Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)

••• Be aware of the weight your words carry. You tend to be quite articulate and incisive, but you could put off someone who makes a difference in your life. Tonight: Join friends for drinks and munchies.

Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)

•• Do not underestimate yourself. Let go of your insecurities, even if you feel misunderstood. Tonight: Treat someone to dinner.

Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)

••• You might want to understand what someone expects before delivering what you think he or she wants. You have a tendency to overindulge and get carried away. Tonight: Where the action is.

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)

••• Understand when it is more beneficial to back off, no matter how assertive someone might seem. Listen to news without trying to figure out the best solution. Tonight: Get some extra zzz’s.

Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)

•••• You might want to rethink your stance regarding a friend. You often feel as if there is something about this person that might not be on the up-and-up. Tonight: Go out for dinner and a movie.

Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20)

••• Assume the lead in carrying out a project. You might not completely understand what someone says, so ask questions. Tonight: Take a walk or listen to some relaxing music.