For Friday, Aug. 3:

This year great events occur because of your ability to relate intimately with others. You also seem to know what others aspire to achieve and are able to pave the way. If you are single, you enjoy relating on an individual level. If you are attached, you have great hope for your relationship.

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 naturally slow down as the weekend approaches. Discussions surround a very unusual idea, so be sure to brainstorm with respected associates and friends. Tonight: Get home early. Relax.

Taurus (April 20-May 20)

••••• A friendship becomes even more important than you thought. This person is a source of remarkable ideas and solutions. Tonight: Where people are.

Gemini (May 21-June 20)

•••• A take-charge attitude is not your style, but it serves you well. If an idea is to be implemented as you would like, you must carry it out yourself. Tonight: Into the wee hours.

Cancer (June 21-July 22)

••••• Detach from an immediate situation, especially if it seems like a maze. Find an expert, or seek out different ideas. Tonight: Make music a requirement.

Leo (July 23-Aug. 22)

•••• Others have a lot to share. You might prefer to relate directly to a key person. Tonight: Say “yes” to an offer.

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)

••••• An early invitation could make it close to impossible to say “no.” In fact, after accepting, you might have a difficult time remaining focused. Tonight: Go along with someone’s suggestion.

Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)

••• You look around and see everything you need to do. Don’t think about it, just do it. Tonight: Squeeze in something fun.

Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)

••••• You are drawn in by adventure and a desire to understand more of what is happening with an interesting loved one or friend. As a result, you’ll make an adjustment to your plans and be much more content. Tonight: Flex with a loved one or new friend.

Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)

•••• If you are in the mood to stay home, why not indulge that desire? Others might choose to take a relaxing walk by water at some point. Tonight: Play it low-key.

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)

•••• Keep talking and working through an issue. By the end of the day, you might see eye-to-eye with someone. What you might be inspired to do is much different than what can be accomplished. Tonight: Go to a favorite spot.

Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)

••• You could feel more polarized and opinionated than in the past. Relax a little, and absorb others’ views — there might be some validity to be found. Tonight: Clear your thoughts; share with a wise friend.

Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20)

••••• Your essence and higher self come out. You can inspire others at best. Tonight: As you like.