For Wednesday, Aug. 20:

You have optimism, energy and a strong sense of direction working in your favor this year. Many people cannot or will not say “no” to you. In the long run, good feelings develop in an open atmosphere. If you are single, curb a tendency to put someone on a pedestal, if possible. This person can only fall off and disappoint you. If you are attached, exchange views more often. Capricorn could push you hard.

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)

¢¢¢¢¢ Finally, you feel more like the powerhouse that you are. You discover how many options you really have. With renewed vision, you might have an easier time deciding which way to go. Tonight: Whatever makes you happy.

Taurus (April 20-May 20)

¢¢¢ Knowing when not to talk or share an idea could be important in determining your success. Think through a decision with great care. Tonight: Get some extra R and R.

Gemini (May 21-June 20)

¢¢¢¢¢ Groups and meetings, as well as an important partnership, help you create more of what you want. Tonight: Hanging out is fun.

Cancer (June 21-July 22)

¢¢¢ A must appearance could be more important than you think. A more visible you draws very positive results and greater opportunities. Tonight: Could be a late one.

Leo (July 23-Aug. 22)

¢¢¢¢¢ Read between the lines. If you are questioning what is happening behind the scenes, you might need to go and find out! Tonight: Think big!

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)

¢¢¢¢¢ Deal with each person individually, knowing full well what your expectations are. Assume greater responsibility in deciding what is possible or worthwhile. Tonight: Togetherness works.

Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)

¢¢¢¢¢ Others display their true intentions, and even if you aren’t comfortable, accept what you are hearing. Tonight: Sort through invitations.

Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)

¢¢¢ Focus on completion and getting your work done. With any luck, you will be able to lighten up and do something far differently. Tonight: Get some exercise.

Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)

¢¢¢¢¢ Let your imagination come into play. A risk seems clear to you. Trying to convince others could be futile and not as important as you think. Tonight: Frolic away.

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)

¢¢¢¢ Your strength, mixed with a positive outlook toward a family member, could be overwhelming. Tonight: Home is where the heart is.

Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)

¢¢¢¢¢ Keep communication flowing, even if you stumble over some information. Do not allow someone to become too aware of your perception and thoughts. Tonight: Talk up a storm.

Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20)

¢¢¢ Become more sensible with finances, even if your friends root you in another direction. Listen to what is being offered more openly. Tonight: Your treat.