ARIES (March 21-April 19): Don’t let your natural competitiveness prevent you from appreciating peacemaking efforts. Your desire to own the best things in life can make you careless with your cash.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Wallow in wide open spaces. Consider taking a hike through the woods, a drive to the beach, or simply enjoy a stroll through the mall. Window shopping might give you valuable ideas.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Mold circumstances or circumstances will mold you. Focus on making your money grow rather than spending. Someone might hold you to a casual promise or thoughtless assurances.

CANCER (June 21-July 22): Don’t push anyone’s buttons. Steer clear of any agenda that might cause controversy. Focus on keeping the peace and make a lasting impression on people who are worth knowing.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Deepening ambitions can bring out the best in you. A significant other might become obsessed by an investment or making a major purchase, but your sound advice can prevent a fiasco.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Do the right thing. A sterling set of ethics and following high ideals will guide you through questionable decisions. A friend or romantic partner might intuitively pick the right moment to call.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): A new hookup might get his or her hooks in your heart. It is possible that a new person in your life is haunting your dreams. Be sure that person is not misrepresenting their status or situation.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): This weekend you can be more creative than usual. This can be a good time to reinforce or invoke healthy habits. You may be reminded that you must follow through on your commitments.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): The moral sense developed at the knees of family members may be a source of comfort and inspiration. An intense passion that grabs hold of you could conflict with family harmony.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Give it a break. Your relentless pursuit of your ambitions might stand in the way of sustaining harmonious personal relationships. Focus on sharing intimate moments with a loved one.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Tread lightly and make careful choices. You can avoid criticism due to your handling of a phone call or email. Buy things because they will last rather than buying things because they are convenient.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Use a formula for making magic happen. Adhere to personal ideals, follow your heart, and perform acts of generosity, then the universe is likely to assist you in mysterious ways.

IF JULY 7 IS YOUR BIRTHDAY: What is most important during the coming four to five weeks is fulfilling your commitments and efficiently shouldering your responsibilities.