For Monday, July 28:

You discover the power of direction, connections and networking. This year, much that you will achieve will be the result of these skills. You get what you want, as long as you maintain your budget. If you are single, meeting people happens with ease. If you are attached, you discover what happens if you do more as a couple. Gemini is your friend.

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)

¢¢¢¢ What starts as an uproar ends as a smile. Passion is something you understand more than most signs. Remain stable and direct in your dealings. Tonight: Hang out with a pal.

Taurus (April 20-May 20)

¢¢¢ Use care with spending. It might be too easy to take a risk or try something new. Be sure that you can deal with the ramifications. Tonight: Be budget-minded.

Gemini (May 21-June 20)

¢¢¢¢¢ If you understand what someone expects, then you’ll understand, perhaps, why he or she is upset. Listen to what is happening within your immediate circle of friends. Tonight: Listen and enjoy.

Cancer (June 21-July 22)

¢¢¢ Know when to pull back and not get triggered by someone’s words. A caring gesture brings only positive responses. Tonight: Get some extra R and R.

Leo (July 23-Aug. 22)

¢¢¢¢ You have energy and direction to help you focus and achieve a goal. If you relax, you are likely to make better choices. Tonight: Find your friends.

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)

¢¢¢¢ Your energy could be somewhat abrasive to those in charge. Though you mean well, a smoother or softer approach will bring stronger results. Tonight: Burn the midnight oil.

Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)

¢¢¢¢¢ If you’re irritated, go past the obvious and pretend you are looking at the whole situation as opposed to just a part of the situation. Tonight: Let your imagination choose.

Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)

¢¢¢¢¢ A partner lets you know what he or she feels, whereas friends might throw a tantrum. Use this backfire to strengthen an idea, and you will be on cruise control. Tonight: Follow another’s lead.

Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)

¢¢¢¢ Others present their case. The question is whether or not to listen. You get multifaceted feedback and could get confused. Tonight: Reach out for someone at a distance.

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)

¢¢¢¢ You might want to get the job done, but others seem to play interference. You might need to enlist the support of a friend or partner if you really want to accomplish anything. Tonight: Spend quality time with a loved one.

Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)

¢¢¢¢¢ You frolic while others pull out their hair. You wonder why you are not popular this very moment? Tonight: Use your imagination.

Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20)

¢¢¢ Others are on the warpath. You might want to duck or stay close to home. Tonight: A must appearance.