Horoscopes: Thursday, July 23

ARIES: (March 21 to April 20)
Sun moving into your expansion sector has an immediate impact. Your outlook on life both broadens and brightens, while a long-held dream comes closer to reality. Throw yourself into the fray.

TAURUS: (April 21 to May 21)
You think big and handle complex issues with ease. While others focus on detail and trivia, you look for life-size solutions to problems. This is the time when you reap what you sow.

GEMINI: (May 22 to June 21)
The firebrand within surfaces and you become a formidable force. Fiery Sun and Moon in the communication zone imply others sit to attention when you speak. They also jump quickly on your bandwagon.

CANCER: (June 22 to July 23)
You move outside self-imposed limits and tentatively spread your wings. There is still work to be done before you feel confident but small baby steps are the perfect start towards a new goal.

LEO: (July 24 to August 23)
Clouds of confusion lift and clear-thinking kicks in. Sun in Leo rekindles passion for a particular project or type of lifestyle, while your annual new Moon provides the gift of perfect timing.

VIRGO: (August 24 to September 23)
You jump at the offer of help from others. Obsessive thoughts still swirl around your mind but at least now you are prepared to take advice on board. Mental welfare takes top priority.

LIBRA: (September 24 to October 23)
The Sun's progress into Leo delivers an infusion of positive energy. You are able to restore balance in your personal life and show greater tolerance towards others. A daring decision soon pays off

SCORPIO: (October 24 to November 22)
You want to make a difference but lack the means. In contrast to those with the necessary resources, you use guile and guesswork to get ahead today. The competition is tough.

SAGITTARIUS: (November 23 to December 22)
A once ambiguous situation becomes crystal clear. Sun in your enlightened sector renders you philosophical and raises awareness about complex issues. Your body, mind and soul now work in perfect harmony.

CAPRICORN: (December 23 to January 20)
There is a sense you could come off second best in competitive situations. As a consequence, rivalry is set aside and teamwork is your preferred method of operation. For Capricorns, once bitten is twice shy.

AQUARIUS: (January 21 to February 19)
The reality of an achievement sinks in. Sun moving into passionate Leo sends satisfaction levels soaring but also prompts you to keep the momentum going. It is okay to gloat and feel proud.

PISCES: (February 20 to March 20)
Duty and desire are difficult to separate. You are eager to act ethically but loath to deny yourself small personal indulgences. Sun in the sector of service suggests a leaning towards self-sacrifice.

YOUR DAY
Sun in Leo puts the emphasis on style and allure. Even ordinary occasions can be dressed up and turned into glamorous events with a touch of romance. Affairs of the heart also dominate.

YOUR BIRTHDAY
Rather than sticking to the script, you write your own rules. Restless energy is mitigated through small acts of rebellion, creative endeavours and constant changes of scene. Your uniqueness shines through.