Horoscopes Aug. 10, 2024: Justin Theroux, adapt your surroundings

CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Josh Gates, 47; Justin Theroux, 53; Antonio Banderas, 64; Rosanna Arquette, 65.

Happy Birthday: This year, take the plunge and follow your heart’s desire. It’s up to you to make things happen; stop waiting for someone else to do the work for you. Distance yourself from those who offer uncertainty and confusion and attempt to make you feel insecure. Adapt your surroundings to suit your needs and put your energy into working for you, and your emotional well-being will prosper. Your numbers are 2, 13, 21, 27, 32, 40, 43.

ARIES (March 21-April 19): Expand your interests, knowledge and friendships. Communication will play a role in who and what are available for reference purposes and hands-on help. Investing time in establishing connections will reinforce your confidence and encourage you to move forward fast and furiously. 3 stars

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Sign up for whatever interests you. You’ll be a magnet for information that can change your perception, help you diagnose what you need in your life most and help you pursue your goal with vim and vigor. Refuse to let insecurity stop you. 3 stars

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Make updates without hesitation. You’ll be doing yourself an injustice if you quietly wait for things to come to you. Do your due diligence, master what you discover and implement change that will help you achieve your goals. 5 stars

CANCER (June 21-July 22): Recognize your talents and diversify to ensure you use them to gain the most and to spotlight your achievements. Don’t wait for your competition to outmaneuver you or to acknowledge your successes. 2 stars

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Surround yourself with experts, pay attention and learn. Mastering practical skills and acquiring valuable knowledge will contribute to your success. Become a leader, and you’ll gain momentum while you create and execute a plan offering significant opportunity. Entertain people who can help further your agenda. 4 stars

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Refuse to let what others do or say upset or anger you. Stick to what you know and do best, and alter what’s necessary. Being efficient, spontaneous and fearless will help carve your place in the hall of fame. Do your thing and collect your rewards. 3 stars

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Put one foot in front of the other and your eye on your target. Whether dealing with emotional, financial or medical issues, patience, attention to detail, learning and executing a plan with precision will help you get to the finish line unscathed. Trust your judgment. 3 stars

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Think your situation through and physically make your objective a reality. Use your insight and discipline to guide and prompt you to be aware of your surroundings and execute your every move with grace and dignity. Your reputation depends on a positive response. Romance is favored. 3 stars

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Retreat and observe. What others reveal will be telltale and indicate how you should move forward. Refuse to take information at face value; refine and verify before passing it along. Opportunity is apparent as long as you don’t pursue joint ventures. Move forward alone or not at all. 4 stars

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Relax and rejuvenate. Refrain from jumping into monetary, medical or legal changes. Distance yourself from stress and anxiety, and take time to let your mind wander. The rest will help you gain clarity. 2 stars

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Emotions will flare up if you take on too much or let negative people infiltrate your space. Stick close to home and the people who matter and encourage you to be yourself. Be grateful for what you’ve got, and dodge purchases that will lead to regret. 2 stars

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Meditate, concentrate and determine who you want to be and what you want to achieve. Personal growth and adapting your circumstances and surroundings to help you reach your life goal will be liberating. 5 stars

Birthday Baby: You are fun-loving, popular and entertaining. You are unique and diverse.

1 star: Avoid conflicts; work behind the scenes. 2 stars: You can accomplish, but don’t rely on others. 3 stars: Focus and you’ll reach your goals. 4 stars: Aim high; start new projects. 5 stars: Nothing can stop you; go for gold.

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