Your Birthday for July 20, 2016

by Stella Wilder

Your Birthday | July 20th, 2016

Born today, you are not always willing to do the things required of you to reach your goals. Is this a matter of uncertainty or laziness? Absolutely not! In fact, you are one of the most certain, confident, energetic, proactive individuals born under your sign. So what prevents you from doing even the simplest thing to make your life easier or more successful? It's an easy answer -- you are highly principled, never willing to compromise for the sake of utility. You will not do anything you think is wrong or that is in any way contrary to your heart, mind or conscience -- even when you know that it could bring you handsome rewards in the short term. You're not one to sacrifice yourself in such a way.

You are extremely talented in your artistic leanings -- though you do not hold much stock in the notion of the "starving artist." You believe that creative individuals have a responsibility to themselves and to others to get out there and work in order to live. You are certainly no martyr to your craft!

Also born on this date are: Julianne Hough, dancer and actress; Carlos Santana, musician; Kim Carnes, singer; Natalie Wood, actress; Omar Epps, actor; Gisele Bundchen, model; Sandra Oh, actress; Sir Edmund Hillary, explorer; Gregor Mendel, scientist; Diana Rigg, actress; Reed Diamond, actor; Donna Dixon, actress; Petrarch, poet; Judy Greer, actress; John Francis Daley, actor.

To see what is in store for you tomorrow, find your birthday and read the corresponding paragraph. Let your birthday star be your daily guide.

THURSDAY, JULY 21

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- You feel as though you cannot get enough of work and career involvement. Indeed, you will surely remain occupied all day long.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- Should you find yourself far from home, you'll be able to rely on your knack for assessing people and situations to see you through.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- There's something happening between you and another, but you may not have the opportunity to explore what that might be. Be patient.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- A few adjustments can have you moving in the right direction at an accelerated pace. Check in on others when you have the chance.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- You're being drawn into a situation that may not be good for you, and you will not be able to extricate yourself easily.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- You'll get a great deal done simply by using the time you have in a relaxed but steady fashion. Try not to stop and start too much.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- You have every reason to continue along your current path, even though others may claim you have no reason at all!

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- You may find yourself dabbling in something that was of no interest to you only yesterday. Many small changes are occurring.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- You are far more able to get done what you say you'll get done than anyone else in your current situation. Overcoming obstacles is easy!

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- You may enjoy unexpected support from someone who is in a position to make things happen very quickly for you.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- Don't do or say anything that cannot be undone or unsaid. You must leave room for sensitive negotiations! Evening presents a puzzle.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- You are tempted to join a gathering of people who share one or two of your peculiar interests -- but how much do you want to reveal?

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Your Birthday for July 19, 2016

by Stella Wilder

Your Birthday | July 19th, 2016

Born today, you are one of those individuals who may prove almost impenetrable to others, so complex is your personality and so deeply hidden are your true thoughts and feelings. You do not like to reveal yourself to just anyone; you will pick and choose, opting to open up only to those you most trust, and around whom you feel safe and protected. You can be quite forceful while maintaining that still and well-mannered bearing that is likely to become your hallmark. You are sometimes capable of strong emotional responses to some of life's events -- including anger, which can flare with a surprising heat that may scorch everyone around you.

You cannot abide disapproval; you will work long and hard to win praise. If anyone shows the slightest disappointment in you or what you are doing, you can be thrown into a long-lasting funk from which it is difficult to recover. You simply do not brook criticism well.

Also born on this date are: Benedict Cumberbatch, actor; Anthony Edwards, actor; Campbell Scott, actor; Edgar Degas, artist; Samuel Colt, inventor; Vikki Carr, singer; George McGovern, politician; Ilie Nastase, tennis player; Lisa Lampanelli, comedian; Jared Padalecki, actor.

To see what is in store for you tomorrow, find your birthday and read the corresponding paragraph. Let your birthday star be your daily guide.

WEDNESDAY, JULY 20

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- You will be impressed by someone who was once thrown into the same situation in which you find yourself. He or she can show you the way.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- Matters of policy and rules will stand in your way for the first part of the day -- until you spot a rarely used escape hatch!

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- What you're after may not be immediately available; you're going to have to let a certain situation evolve before getting what you want.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- You're not ready to work in an advanced capacity just yet, as you still have certain basic functions to learn and information to gather.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- You may be able to look back on a certain recent experience and discover something you had not ever recognized before. You're in a good place!

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- You may feel as though you have been trapped by circumstances, but the truth is that you created the very situation that holds you back.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- You are finding a new experience wholly enjoyable, but there is something about it that makes you want to investigate behind the scenes.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- You will notice someone's odd behavior, and this may lead you to a conclusion that can serve you and others very well, indeed.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- It's the little things that matter most, especially when you are interacting with someone who shares certain key traits.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- You have only so much time in which to accomplish a great many things, but you're already well on your way. Preparation has been thorough.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- It's important that your emotional strength be up to the task at hand, which will require far more than mere physical acumen.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- You are eager to go back to a time and place when things were simpler than they are now. Perhaps you can make it happen in some way!

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Your Birthday for July 18, 2016

by Stella Wilder

Your Birthday | July 18th, 2016

Born today, you are something of an adventurer, in that you are drawn to activities and endeavors that require you to explore yourself, others and the world around you in ways that have never been done before -- and that affords you a unique perspective on life and the inhabitants of this small planet. You always want to treat others fairly, and you insist that you be treated fairly by others -- yet you recognize that this may only be the result of a greater struggle for parity in all things. You are insightful and intelligent, and -- though not necessarily book-smart -- you are always able to apply experience, keen logic, a wealth of feeling and a natural understanding of the human mind to everything you do. It's likely that you will come out on top, no matter what!

Despite the fact that you may have been thrust into the public eye at an early age, you cherish your privacy -- as do many who win the kind of attention that you do. You do not actively seek attention and praise, though you are always gracious when it comes your way. You try to live quietly, on an even keel at all times.

Also born on this date are: Nelson Mandela, civil rights leader; Vin Diesel, actor; Kristen Bell, actress; Richard Branson, entrepreneur; Red Skelton, actor and comedian; John Glenn, astronaut and politician; Hunter S. Thompson, writer; James Brolin, actor; Screamin' Jay Hawkins, singer; Harriet Nelson, actress; Joe Torre, baseball manager; Elizabeth McGovern, actress; Dick Button, figure skater; Hume Cronyn, actor; Martha Reeves, singer; Ricky Skaggs, singer and musician.

To see what is in store for you tomorrow, find your birthday and read the corresponding paragraph. Let your birthday star be your daily guide.

TUESDAY, JULY 19

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- You're accumulating a great deal of experience, and soon you'll be in a position to demonstrate just how much you've learned.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- You may fear that those around you are unable to keep up with you, but you'll soon find that that is not the case.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- Getting started doesn't involve a great deal of technical know-how; you can begin to move in the right direction with minimal information.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- You may be waiting for just the right moment to get started on a certain project. Until then, you can surely use the time to your advantage.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- You must let certain things evolve organically; resist the temptation to exert firm control over every situation that arises.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- Your practical side will help you keep things from spinning out of control. Keep in mind that you're after a certain key outcome.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- You've been avoiding putting yourself out there long enough. Today is a good day to announce yourself to the professional elite.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- You can bring a great deal of levity to the room. The harder the work is, the more fun you and others can actually have.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- You may be tempted to fabricate a situation that prevents you from saying yes to someone who comes with an offer you do not trust.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- You're afraid that those around you are not delving deep enough to uncover the truths that they are seeking. You can show them how.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- Putting others before yourself may often prove to be the best choice, but today necessity dictates that you must be first in line.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- You don't have much to say regarding a certain domestic situation, but what you do offer can make a difference to everyone involved.

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