Horoscopes today - Russell Grant's star sign forecast for Thursday, August 1

Aries

A challenge will be made that someone expects you to turn down. You will rise to the moment and do all in your power to prove that when a creative team works together, anything is possible. It will feel exciting to be able to build on progress already made.

Taurus

Think of the most effective ways you can use your skills to add to your income. Start making money out of activities you enjoy by turning a hobby into a source of income. Your knowledge and talents are impressive and people will be willing to pay for your expertise.

Gemini

You may have enjoyed some good fortune recently but don’t count on luck striking twice. Taking a risk may not end particularly well. Depending too much on chance could turn things around for the worse. Listen to a cautious friend’s sound and sensible guidance. This will prevent you from diving into the unknown too quickly.

Cancer

When personal problems start getting you down, shift your focus to the world around you. Break out of your usual routine. Try new surroundings. Accept a travel invitation or channel your extra energy into a charitable project. Being able to help others will give you a sense of fulfilment and make you feel better about yourself.

Leo

Do your best to encourage a close friend or partner who is feeling low, to make an effort to get out and mix and mingle. Even online communications will have unexpected benefits. Exciting opportunities to study, start a course or join a group of like-minded people can lead to a long-term commitment.

Virgo

Finding answers to personal issues can improve your family life. Swapping household duties will seem like the ideal way to deal with changes in the home. Your clever plans and tactics will make for a productive yet peaceful day. seeking some time alone will be your main focus tonight.

Libra

Social commitments are starting to play a bigger role in your life now and you will be finding this enjoyable. Working as a team will become more important as you get started on a voluntary effort. People are counting on you as much as you are on them so don’t hesitate to seek advice and guidance when you feel stuck.

Scorpio

You’re determined to reach a goal and this makes you incredibly focused. Someone or something is having a profound effect on you. A friend or partner may distance themselves a little. They are finding it hard to understand you. You might need some time to yourself to restore your equilibrium.

Sagittarius

Take a moment to slow down and enjoy the little things in life. When was the last time you stopped to smell the flowers? It’s important for your health to avoid rushing around at such a fast pace, forgetting to take breaks. Delegate to reduce your workload.

Capricorn

You can get everything back up and running again after some recent delays. As it is, some wise advice from your boss or a kind word of support from a colleague will go a long way towards helping you advance your personal objectives.

Aquarius

Your boss or a senior colleague is clearly focused on matters in hand. There are several reasons why they have decided that this is the time to make some major changes. After the results of a recent report, they seem ready to seize the moment as this is the best it is going to get for some time.

Pisces

If your boss or a senior colleague offers to provide you with some extra training, be sure to accept. The skills you acquire through their guidance will enhance your career prospects. An unexpected opportunity will make your confidence soar and add excitement to your social life.