For Saturday, Dec. 17:

This year you open up to many different options professionally. On some level, this stretch could carry some discomfort at first. If you are single, someone could be drawn to your image more than to the real you. Be aware of what motivates others. If you are attached, the two of you could launch your own business. Virgo can be judgmental.

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 might feel as if you are left holding the bag. How much are you setting yourself up? Tonight: Could go quite late.

Taurus (April 20-May 20)

••••• Get into weekend mode. You could be delighted by what comes up for you if you relax. Tonight: Add that extra touch.

Gemini (May 21-June 20)

•••• Stay close to home. You might decide at the last minute to throw a tree-decorating party. Whatever you do, keep your priorities in mind. Tonight: Add some Christmas music or go caroling.

Cancer (June 21-July 22)

•••• You might be the one who hangs the mistletoe, not dreaming you could be caught smooching under it. Someone you care about might be acting like Scrooge this year. Tonight: Share eggnog with friends.

Leo (July 23-Aug. 22)

•••• You offer much more than you are aware of. Just because someone is strutting his or her stuff like you is no reason to become insecure. Tonight: Run some holiday errands.

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)

••••• You could be overwhelming to someone you live with or within your family. You might find it hard to imagine that this person is so vulnerable. Tonight: A simple gift expressing your affection could mean more than a big present.

Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)

••• Take your time, especially in the a.m. You could have a tendency to take others’ statements personally. Tonight: Quiet works.

Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)

••••• Get together with friends and/or family for a fun few days. You cannot believe how others also seem to be in the mood for holiday fun. Tonight: Where the action is.

Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)

•••• You might want to rethink a decision involving a respected family member, or maybe a boss. Being just a little more understanding and less judgmental might help. Tonight: Doing what you must, or should.

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)

••••• Try to break free from the traditional roles you often lock yourself into. Perhaps you long to approach a situation differently. Why not? Tonight: Let your spirit soar. Great music counts.

Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)

••••• Listen to the drum beats, and you will be OK. Sometimes a partner or close friend might hesitate. Tonight: Follow another’s lead.

Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20)

•••• You might want to defer to a partner or friend one more time. Though there could be a clash between you and this person, is it all that important? Only you can answer that question. Tonight: Just not alone.