Horoscope for Aug. 8

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)

••• Be aware of a very sensitive and possessive side, either in you or the person who you are dealing with. Your softer side will emanate and come through in a discussion about a purchase. Tonight: Your treat.

Taurus (April 20-May 20)

•••• You are more empowered than you have been in a long while, and this allows greater give-and-take. It also gives you the ability to come to an agreement in a difficult matter. Tonight: Whatever knocks your socks off.

Gemini (May 21-June 20)

••• You wake up feeling much clearer than you have in a long time. You might wonder which way to go with a situation. Tonight: Keep it low-key.

Cancer (June 21-July 22)

•••• A meeting provides a different perspective and allows a greater exchange of ideas. You might want to revitalize a project or situation, but you often hit a roadblock. Tonight: Just don’t be alone.

Leo (July 23-Aug. 22)

•••• Prioritize your life by putting a key project involving others at the top of your list. You will get more cooperation if you handle this situation with quickness and precision. Tonight: A force to be dealt with.

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)

•••• Act on an idea you have been toying with for a while. Since you have viewed this potential project from many different perspectives, it has become much sounder. Tonight: Where there is music.

Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)

•••• Understand where a partner is coming from rather than dismiss his or her idea as being crazy. You’ll understand a lot more about this person and gain a new perspective as a result. Tonight: Dinner for two.

Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)

••••• Defer to others, and do more listening. You could be surprised by the new sense of clarity you gain as a result. Tonight: The only answer is “yes.”

Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)

••• Use your energy well. Program yourself to complete certain projects, return key calls and schedule a much-needed appointment. Tonight: Take a walk.

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)

•••• Your creativity is high and attracts many different points of view. You might wonder how best to approach a sometimes-contrary associate or partner. Tonight: Try to come to an agreement through more innovative thinking.

Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)

••• Your instincts tell you to stay close to home. If you can work from a home office, do. Tonight: Don’t push too hard.

Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20)

•••• You will have an opportunity to clear up a problem. Do some thinking as to the most effective manner for how to approach the situation. Tonight: Hang out.