Happy birthday for Aug. 6: Hang on to your cash and secure what’s important. Set your sights on learning, staying on top of trends and marketing yourself for success. Your numbers are 4, 11, 17, 26, 32, 35, 43.

ARIES (March 21-April 19): Take a reticent approach when dealing with associates. Listen, assess and contemplate your next move. A vested strategy is mandatory to outmaneuver anyone who might get in your way. Privacy and secrecy are in your best interest. HHH

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Take charge and initiate the changes that will enhance your life. Participate in events or activities that will help you get ahead or introduce you to lifestyle changes that enrich your life and encourage saving. HHHHH

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Take more time to sort through options; if you act hastily, you’ll make a mistake. Treat uncertainty as a warning sign, sit tight and breathe easy. HH

CANCER (June 21-July 22): You can talk your way into anything. Promote what you want to achieve, ask for help and set yourself up for advancement. Emotional situations require honesty to help you decide with whom to share your secrets or personal information. Romance is on the rise. HHHH

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Invest more time in updates, and ensure you have the qualifications and resources needed to help you achieve your goals. Refrain from relying on others to pick up the slack or do the work for you. HHH

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Refuse any emotional strain outsiders cast your way. Stay focused on getting things done on time and being responsible and accurate. Make changes as you go. HHH

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Learn from experience and situations that require hands-on help. Set priorities, high standards and boundaries. HHH

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Trust your judgment regarding your professional reputation. Be accommodating, but only share necessities. Giving compliments and being charming will help you avoid sensitive questions that may compromise your objective. Take time for something you find calming or rejuvenating. HHHH

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Gullibility will be your downfall. Don’t give anyone the benefit of the doubt. Clarity is necessary to avoid being taken advantage of or led astray. HH

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): You’ve got what it takes to get things done. Surround yourself with people with something worthwhile to contribute, and don’t hesitate to assume a leadership position. HHHHH

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Protect your possessions and work on meaningful relationships. Consider what’s available to you and the effort it will take to make your life easier. Aim to ease stress and to free up time to do what makes you happy. HHH

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Simplify your life, relationships and goals. Adjust your attitude to ensure better health, emotional well-being and personal growth. Choose your friends wisely. HHH

H: Avoid conflicts; work behind the scenes. HH: You can accomplish, but don’t rely on others. HHH: Focus and you’ll reach your goals. HHHH: Aim high; start new projects. HHHHH: Nothing can stop you; go for gold.