For Wednesday, Aug. 31:

This year, open up to life’s possibilities. You maintain a cautious attitude, especially concerning finances. A boss or parent might push you beyond your limits. If you are single, someone from a very different culture could become important. If you are attached, the two of you gain by detaching and walking in the other person’s shoes more often. Libra can be possessive.

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)

•••• Allow a partner to take over. He or she might be overly serious and driven. Curb your temper at work or when dealing with others. Tonight: Go for something peaceful.

Taurus (April 20-May 20)

••• You are still dealing with a situation in your daily life. It could be health related. Before making any major decisions, check in with a doctor or dentist. Tonight: Busy doing errands, catching up on news, etc.

Gemini (May 21-June 20)

••••• Reach out to a key person. He or she could be unusually somber. Don’t take this person’s mood personally. Tonight: All smiles after a power nap.

Cancer (June 21-July 22)

•••• Be aware of a tendency to limit yourself or someone you live with. An investment might be slow to come to fruition. Tonight: Play it cool.

Leo (July 23-Aug. 22)

•••• Keep conversations moving, despite an awkward moment or two. You can deal with others, but also look within. Tonight: Speak your mind.

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)

•••• Your finances could have you feeling restricted. You want to join a friend, but it will cost you. Tonight: Your treat.

Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)

••••• If you can get past negativity, much that is of value will greet you. A partner or associate would like to share good news, but not at the expense of a bah-humbug response. Tonight: Remain open to several different options.

Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)

••••• Follow through with a boss or higher-up. Don’t keep the same discussion going over and over in your head. Tonight: Do your thing.

Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)

•••• Zero in on what you want, and don’t sell yourself short. Meetings could be more important than you think. You draw many people toward you. Tonight: Where the action is.

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)

••• Follow your instincts. Don’t be a back-seat driver, whether at work or in a social setting. Step up and lead. A partner could be a bit difficult, and no matter what you do, it makes no difference. Tonight: Could be late.

Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)

••••• You might be thinking about the weekend. Try to stay grounded in the moment, or else you might not accomplish what you feel is necessary. Tonight: Let your imagination go.

Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20)

•••• You could handle a personal matter differently if you work with a key individual. Walk away from a power play where you might feel left out. Tonight: Togetherness.