Horoscope: July 8

Aries (March 21-April 19): People who lash out do so out of fear. You are a bigger person. Offer your hand in friendship preemptively.

Taurus (April 20-May 20): You’re charmed. The pretty people do double takes as you walk by. Don’t let your attractiveness go to waste by staying in.

Gemini (May 21-June 21): For some, a lie isn’t always a bad thing; for you, it is. But you may find yourself tested when a loved one asks your opinion on a sensitive topic.

Cancer (June 22-July 22): Everyone has been calling on you to help out. Normally, you’re glad to lend a hand, but there’s only one of you. Try saying no this time.

Leo (July 23-Aug. 22): You don’t hear what people are saying about you when you’re not around: tenacious, dependable, hilarious.

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): From time to time, you’ve been known to flirt harmlessly; usually, though, you only flirt with a person you are interested in. Like today.

Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 23): You have a special chemistry with someone, but you must communicate well with each other, likely about business.

Scorpio (Oct. 24-Nov. 21): You love an orderly household. Unfortunately, your schedule prevents you from fully catching up. Someone wants to help you out.

Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Lately, life is like a Frisbee game: As soon as you catch it, you hurl it through the air again. You’ll love this next toss.

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): When someone exhibits a nervous shyness around you, you take it as a serious compliment. But don’t let it ruin this perfect dynamic.

Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): You don’t need to improve yourself. However, learning a new skill just for the fun of it will open unforeseen opportunities.

Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20): Encouraging words come at just the right time. Let them sink in. You’ll soon feel ready for action.

Today’s birthday (July 8): Adventure will call this month. You strike a sweet balance between play and responsibility. Relationships delight you in August. Taurus and Scorpio people adore you. Your lucky numbers are 40, 11, 24, 31 and 18.