Horoscopes: Tuesday, July 18, 2023

ARIES (March 21-April 19). You’ll get out of a sticky situation, resist a temptation or go around the pitfall you once fell into. You’ll be graded by people you didn’t even know were watching.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20). There will be enlightening discussion on topics such as the finer things in life, what falls into the category, what’s worth paying for and how much. New purchases will reflect your changing priorities.

GEMINI (May 21-June 21). There’s something you’re fighting for, though you’re not making a big show about it, which is to your advantage. Continue the low-key, patient and persistent approach. In the end you’ll apply the element of surprise and take the victory.

CANCER (June 22-July 22). You wish you didn’t want validation from certain people, but the need for approval and acceptance is primal. If you care a little more than you want to, just remember this phase is part of the human condition.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22). There are many reasons to keep better track of your accomplishments. Make a ritual of reminding yourself of all you’ve done and are capable of. It will bolster your self-esteem and empower you to follow your dreams.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22). You don’t like help with what you could easily do for yourself. Are you being too strict in this regard? Sure, you could do it all, but would it be wise or prudent? You’ll get offers. What’s the harm in accepting?

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23). You hate to be bored, but without boredom you’d never have amassed the remarkable experiences that make you who you are. Think of boredom as a signal to say, “thank you, next” and get on with learning something new about the world.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 21). Tune into the feeling in a room and how the energy is flowing. Bring enough for everyone. Inclusion will be very important. Is everyone in on the group text? Are there enough chairs? Is everyone seen, heard and informed?

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21). You’ll be adding new friends to your life. Do it mindfully. One sweet relationship can brighten your whole world. Keep an eye out for the generous souls — the ones who give without inquiring about the tax write-off.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19). Advances aren’t always made with action, effort and doing. Sometimes the most elevated move is to lower yourself. Sometimes the best response is silence. Today, something is improved through simply stopping.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18). There are many small victories to honor. Go on and be “extra” about it, because if you don’t make something special out of such events, then when would celebrations occur? Not often enough!

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20). Things happen in crowds that don’t normally occur in small groups of people who are in the same room. Keep in mind that the bigger the group, and the more anonymous people feel, the more likely some will be to heed to baser instincts.

TODAY’S BIRTHDAY (July 18). There’s nothing like spending time in your preferred company. You’ll have the partnership of people who really get you and complement your strengths. More highlights: a robust learning experience sometimes, and other times skipping straight to the “test” and magically acing it. Creativity will take over where the money leaves off to much applause and acclaim. Gemini and Aries adore you. Your lucky numbers are: 2, 28, 12, 16 and 33.