Horoscopes

For Thursday, Aug. 22, 2002: Your high energy sometimes overwhelms others, causing them to distance themselves from you. Be aware of how powerful you are. Try to soften your approach with others, if you can. If you are single, a substantial romance will drop in your lap. This person will be a delightful addition to your life. If you are attached, don’t get into control issues with your sweetie; work together. Your relationship sizzles once more next spring. understands you.

The Stars Show the Kind of Day You’ll Have: 5-Dynamic; 4-Positive; 3-Average; 2-So-so; 1-Difficult

Aries (March 21-April 19)

  • You could be irritated. If you step back and look for a solution, you’ll find a resolution. Children and loved ones act up and could be unusually fiery. You aren’t changing anyone right now. Tonight: Vanish. You need a break.

Taurus (April 20-May 20)

  • Others push to have decisions go their way. A domestic matter could be unusually irritating. Take action rather than losing your temper. Unexpected news throws you off. Tonight: Swap war stories with your friends.

Gemini (May 21-June 20)

  • Detach. If you start fuming, you could become accident-prone. Don’t take a situation so personally. You have your hands full, juggling calls, getting your work done and staying on top of a problem. Clear your mind. Tonight: Work late.

Cancer (June 21-July 22)

  • Your finances might have you reeling. Think twice before you start handling a problem. You might want to find an expert. Tonight: Escape, watching a favorite TV show or movie.

Leo (July 23-Aug. 22)

  • Others twist and turn. You might become frustrated, as getting a straight answer could become close to impossible. Tonight: Help another open up.

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)

  • As you’ll find out, swallowing your anger gets you nowhere. Instead, relax and do some thinking before you leap into action. Tonight: Listen well.

Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)

  • Reach out for a child or loved one you care a lot about. A friend could be on the warpath. Help this person calm down. Together you pave the way to success. Juggle demands, knowing that you might have to work quite late. Tonight: Clear your desk.

Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)

  • You might feel as if you are in a pressure cooker. Deal with what is going on in a clear and direct manner. A boss pushes you hard. Meet his or her demands. Tonight: Let off steam.

Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)

  • You might want to put earplugs in, as everyone seems to be on edge. Don’t frustrate those around you. Approach others with an upbeat and positive manner. Tonight: Screen calls.

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)

  • Deal with your problems, screening yourself from others. An associate might have a totally different idea of what might be acceptable. Tonight: Get on the phone.

Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)

  • Visualize what you want. Go for what you want, but don’t be surprised when others react. Tonight: Treat someone to dinner.

Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20)

  • Step back. Do little. Stay on top of your work, despite others and their disruptions. You might not be comfortable with what is going on. Tonight: Whatever makes the Fish happy.