Horoscope: Aug. 3

Aries (March 21-April 19): You’ll make big plans because you realize that without them you’ll be reacting to life instead of creating it.

Taurus (April 20-May 20): Realizing that people want what they cannot have, you’ll use reverse psychology. You’ll make sure that what you offer has an aura of exclusivity about it.

Gemini (May 21-June 21): You can take care of yourself, and you don’t need a loved one to exercise authority over you.

Cancer (June 22-July 22): You may feel something you want slipping away from you. Work on your own feelings of worthiness instead.

Leo (July 23-Aug. 22): When misunderstood, it’s human nature to say the same thing again. You’ll wisely go another direction.

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): You desire to be successful at an endeavor that just happens to be highly competitive. You have several things going for you.

Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 23): Things start out well, but by the end of the day could get rough. People will not be on their best behavior, but you will help by providing a comfortable place to relax.

Scorpio (Oct. 24-Nov. 21): A conversation will get hijacked by someone who needs to be noticed. This person will talk endlessly unless you do something to spread the attention.

Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Though imitation is a sincere form of flattery, avoid it this week. It’s better to flatter with your words and keep looking for the muse that is your own.

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): You are a point of contact for your friends and colleagues. They will call you for information and support.

Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): You’ll think about an opportunity you missed years ago. Would life have been different had you made another choice? Rest assured, you made the right choice then.

Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20): You have all of the right ingredients for a situation that hasn’t happened. It’s your turn to faithfully wait.

Today’s birthday (Aug. 3): Others are inspired and enthralled by you. This month, you will benefit from a political change. New people come into power, and you find a comfortable niche. September shows financial growth. You’ll be celebrating your love in October. December is a personal high point. Cancer and Pisces people adore you. Your lucky numbers are: 5, 26, 33, 25 and 20.