Born today, you fancy yourself one of those resolute individuals who doesn't allow him or herself to be pushed around -- and yet when the chips are down, you often succumb to a lack of confidence and let others walk all over you. What's going on here? The truth is that you have tremendous talents and a healthy ego -- and yet you feel that others may seize the advantage at any time. You must guard against this -- and the best way to do that is to avoid playing mind games with yourself! Tell yourself that you will stand strong, and do so; it may not be easy, but it's certainly something you can do. You are far more than you think you are!
You are on the one hand friendly and generous, and yet at the drop of a hat you may become cold and self-absorbed. When you are in the mood to mix and mingle with others, you can be the life of the party; when your darker mood takes over you tend to isolate yourself -- and that's best for those who do not want to cross paths with you when you are at your worst.
Also born on this date are: Jean Cocteau, writer; Edie Falco, actress; Huey Lewis, singer; Katherine Helmond, actress; Georges Pompidou, French leader; P.T. Barnum, circus entrepreneur.
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.
FRIDAY, JULY 6
ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- The possible and the impossible may compete for your attention today, each for a very different reason. Take a realistic approach.
TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- You know what's lying directly in front of you, waiting for you to make even the smallest error. Your maneuverability saves the day.
GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- Once you get the laughter started it's not likely to stop for quite a while -- and you know just how valuable that can be for everyone around you.
CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- You must pay attention to more than expense today; to get the best possible deal, you must balance price with hidden value.
LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- You are in no mood to deal with the conspicuous today; the subtle, even the invisible, are likely to speak to you in a way that is irresistible.
VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- When you say "now," you mean it -- and anyone who makes you wait runs the risk of turning you away and squandering an important contact.
LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- You are moving forward and dispensing with a long-term problem once and for all. A friend knows what else you want -- and can provide it.
SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- You may have to deceive someone for a time today in order to lay the groundwork for a surprise you'll be ready to unveil very soon.
SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- You'll want to look past the exterior today; it's what lies beneath that can make all the difference for you.
CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- Your ambition may be getting the better of you at this time. Take a moment today to stop and take stock of where you really stand.
AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- Fatigue is catching up to you, but there may be little you can do while your hands are full with a job that simply cannot wait.
PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- It's a good day to ask a few of the "big questions" -- especially everyone's favorite: "What if?" You can suggest an alternative.