Horoscopes

For Thursday, Aug. 17

Those with birthdays today: You have charisma, energy and Lady Luck on your team this year. People seem to go out of their way to make your life more rewarding. Observe a tendency to overspend when you are upset. Acting out in anger or frustration through your checkbook could cause a whole other set of problems. Choose different outlets to release negative feelings or pressure. If you are single, you will feel like a pillar of strength to someone. A special person enters your life through a friendship, or maybe a friendship could develop into a love relationship. If you are attached, you, as a couple, flourish. Friendships and socializing become more instrumental. GEMINI helps you zero in on a key goal.

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)

Keep discussions flowing, even if you feel like you need to stop and mull over an insight. Your creativity surges, though some of your ideas and perceptions could be off or a bit distorted. Tonight: Join a friend for an early dinner.

Taurus (April 20-May 20)

Sometimes you need to spend less time judging and more time acting. A friend or situation could be disappointing. What is going on is not the end of the story. Tonight: Treat yourself.

Gemini (May 21-June 20)

You have a winning style. Though you are magnetic, not everything falls into place. You demonstrate a unique ability to accept what is going on and not let it bother you. Tonight: Time for what you really want to do.

Cancer (June 21-July 22)

Deploy your conservative attitude with funds and a partner’s creativity. You will make a coup when you have confidence and the facts. Time is your ally. Tonight: Vanish and schedule some private time.

Leo (July 23-Aug. 22)

Your steady leadership points you in a new direction. Those you deal with prove to be inspirational and excellent resources. Use the natural assets that surround you. Tonight: Find your pals.

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)

You might be coming off a lot more fiery than you realize. If you think before you leap, you won’t cause any problems. A boss or an associate is watching your actions. Tonight: A force to be dealt with.

Libra (Sept 23-Oct 22)

Elements in your daily life could be stressful, but insight helps you to not get upset. Look at the big picture. Avoid thinking about someone’s motives. Everyone is different. Tonight: Put on favorite music and answer your e-mails.

Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)

Dealing with individuals rather than groups points to success. You might be facing a choice between two different people, situations and their needs. Tonight: Exclusive time with a favorite person.

Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)

Let others run the show. You might be surprised at someone’s response or choice. You don’t need to push, unless you want some fireworks! Everyone would like some space. Tonight: Say yes.

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)

Pace yourself so that you don’t get distracted by a sudden change. You will be much happier if you accomplish what you want. Be a smart buyer with a purchase. Tonight: R and R.

Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)

You often hear a different tune. Some people might question what you are doing. In fact, a close associate or friend could make incendiary comments. Don’t take the bait. Tonight: Live it up.

Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20)

Your actions, though logical to you, jolt others. You could get a combative reaction because of this trait. Listen to your sixth sense when dealing with a family member. Tonight: Happy at home.