Horoscopes: Monday, Aug. 14, 2023

ARIES (March 21-April 19). You’re not sure where to go next. This is the fun part! It’s like you’re shopping for your future and you get to try it on first. Take your time imagining the options. Dip a toe into a light version.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20). Though these are difficult times in the world, for long moments of the day, your personal environment will seem to have its own weather. How wonderful to be light of heart, thinking sunny thoughts for no good reason.

GEMINI (May 21-June 21). The intangible things being shared and traded today cannot be quantified. Even if they could, everyone values them so differently, the exchange rate would be impossible to determine.

CANCER (June 22-July 22). When projects, dreams and relationships come to life, they grow beyond the people involved and will take turns, dips and flights, seemingly on their own accord. Once you were the driver, and now you’re just along for the ride.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22). You’ll find it easy to base your behaviors on what you think is cool because you trust that more than you trust the opinion of others. You do the things that make you like yourself and others like you, too.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22). If you’re using the wrong tool, no matter how you turn it, it just won’t work. You’re not the problem. There’s a better tool for doing what you need to do. Ask around to see if anyone knows what it is.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23). The human brain is not only capable of rewiring itself, but adaptation is also its natural tendency. You let this work for you today as you head for the experiences that you’re sure to learn and grow from.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 21). When you had less experience and more pride, the critique of others was unwelcome. But now that you’re confident in your work, opening yourself to criticism gives you an edge and the intel to improve.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21). You don’t expect life to be fair, but you do try to hang in there through the inequities and try to make things right. You’ll start by doing what you can do and wind up doing what no one has done.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19). Someone is putting on a brave face through hardship. Most will miss it, but not you. You know the signs because you’ve worn that same mask many times before. Your acknowledgment and support will bring comfort.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18). Just because you’re in charge of an endeavor doesn’t mean the results are a comment on you personally. Success or failure are simply indicators of how the process worked — information you can use.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20). A captain who’s navigated through rough waters has more to teach you than a hobbyist who’s known only smooth sailing. You’re friendly, tolerant and you ask good questions, therefore you’ll learn a lot from the salty characters you meet.

TODAY’S BIRTHDAY (Aug. 14). Your next thrilling adventure starts as “business as usual” then whisks you onto a wild ride. Also, you’re a magnet for funny people, so you’ll never be bored. More highlights: a happy graduation, many outings celebrating your profound connection with nature, and evidence of your influence in the improved work and lives of those around you. Libra and Sagittarius adore you. Your lucky numbers are: 3, 29, 44, 17 and 38.