Make an effort to change your direction. Invest in yourself and the services or skills you want to promote. It’s up to you to make things happen. If you wait for someone else to do things for you, it isn’t likely you’ll get far.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) – Use your knowledge and experience wisely. Take part in educational events or engage in activities that you can enjoy with a friend or your family.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23) – Take the initiative to put your ideas and plans into play. It’s up to you to explore possibilities and make suggestions that can help you reach your goals.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 22) – You should put greater effort into self-improvement or making positive changes to your home or lifestyle. Certain changes will encourage you to grow emotionally and spiritually, and should be welcome.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 23-Dec. 21) – You’ll face a multitude of challenges if you expect too much or let someone make decisions for you. Focus on self-improvement, pleasure trips and domestic changes.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) – Making the right gesture or not acting on an assumption will play an important role in the way things transpire today. If you overreact, you could make a costly mistake.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 19) – Go after your goals and get involved in organizations or events that will help you bring about personal change. A medical issue or self-improvement project will turn out favorably.

PISCES (Feb. 20-March 20) – Your emotions will take charge if you don’t allow enough time to gather the facts and listen to others’ suggestions and solutions. Give-and-take will be necessary.

ARIES (March 21-April 19) – Do a little soul-searching and consider what’s truly important. A positive change in your love life will be the result of a personal change you make.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) – Don’t feel the need to buy someone’s love or attention. If you use your imagination, you’ll come up with a nice way to do something special for someone without spending much.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) – A partnership should be questioned. If someone is being emotionally manipulative, you are best off taking a step back and evaluating the relationship. Don’t let yourself be used.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) – Participate in events that make you feel good. Make domestic alterations that will enrich your life. Don’t let work come between you and a loved one.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) – Get busy and active. Emphasizing physical fitness and striving to reach your personal goals will energize you and give you incentive to work harder. If you prioritize love, a romantic gesture could be a game-changer.