By Jennifer Shepherd 
Tribune news service

Monday, July 6 – Sunday, July 12, 2015 

Aries: March 21 – April 19 

As a positive thinking type, you’re like most Fire signs. You tend to see the best in people, no matter what. But right now Mercury is urging you to take a closer look at relationships that could involve toxic lovers, fake friends or questionable associates. 

Taurus: April 20 – May 20 

You’ll need to stick to the rules this week as Saturn challenges you to work within existing structures. This isn’t a good time to declare you want an open relationship since your honey probably doesn’t want one. Don’t rock the boat. 

Gemini: May 21 – June 21 

Your social life has been speeding along lately, but it’s about to slow down for a few weeks. This is a good thing. The moon says you need to think about all of the interesting and flirtatious friends you’ve been making to determine what moves to make next. 

Cancer: June 22-  July 22 

Mercury is entering your sign, making you bold and unafraid. It’s time to take a risk. Ask out that hot guy you keep bumping into at your favorite coffeehouse. Say hello to that shy but gorgeous girl who has a captivating smile. 

Leo: July 23 – Aug. 22 

These days the moon has you craving variety. It won’t be good enough to just sit around on the weekend watching the same movies or playing the usual video games with your honey. Mix things up. Stage an impromptu picnic at your favorite park. Attend a fun concert. 

Virgo: Aug. 23 – Sept. 22 

You could be overthinking things. Try not to overanalyze your dating situation if you only recently started a relationship. And don’t spoil a good thing with your longtime love just because a moon opposition is making you feel a little doubtful.

Libra: Sept. 23 – Oct. 23 

Try to avoid a major dustup with your honey this week. Several fiery planets are making things more combustible than usual. It’s not a good time to give an ultimatum, make a fuss or make demands. Instead, focus on healing each other through sensual touch. 

Scorpio: Oct. 24 – Nov. 2 

Saturn is helping to soothe those troubled waters which had been affecting your love life. If you’ve been at a turning point within a relationship, you’re feeling better about how things are going. If you’re single, you’ll finally start meeting some really nice people. 

Sagittarius: Nov. 22 – Dec. 21 

You need to focus on practical issues affecting your relationship. Maybe you need to come up with a better schedule for shared custody of your child. Perhaps you need to do better working with your honey to create a budget. Jupiter says get this stuff sorted out. 

Capricorn: Dec. 22 – Jan.19 

With Mercury moving opposite your sign for a few weeks, pay close attention to how you are communicating with others. You could be tempted to say something that you don’t really mean to your significant other, and those words will really sting. 

Aquarius: Jan. 20 – Feb. 18 

Venus is still creating changes in your romance sector. The old ways just won’t work for you anymore. You’re ready for a system restart, a whole new way of approaching relationships, family and friendships. Keep exploring your options. 

Pisces: Feb. 19 – March 20 

You’ll enjoy a flirty and relaxed feeling this week, thanks to the sun. You could meet a new soul mate at a backyard barbecue or house party. Or you might look up a former flame and spend some quality time together. Have fun.