For Monday, Aug. 13:

This year you become more resilient than ever before. You learn to go along with the unexpected, as you see it as exciting rather than a problem. If you are single, you attract many people. If you are attached, the two of you relate on an even more positive level.

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 have been maintaining a high level of activity and are full of spunk. Some people might be taken aback by your frenetic energy and wish you would slow down. Tonight: Happily head home.

Taurus (April 20-May 20)

•••• You could be a little overwhelmed by everything you need to do. You express gentleness when speaking through your expressions and body language. Tonight: Catch up on a friend’s news.

Gemini (May 21-June 20)

••••• Realize what is happening, and take responsibility for your role. A friend or associate acts in a most unexpected manner. Tonight: Pick up tickets to a game or concert. Make it a treat.

Cancer (June 21-July 22)

••••• You wake up feeling great. Throw in an impromptu activity, and you won’t need your morning coffee. Tonight: All smiles.

Leo (July 23-Aug. 22)

••• Please note what is happening behind the scenes. You could be surprised by forthcoming news. Tonight: Vanish. Do your thing.

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)

•••• Zero in on what is important. Do not sell yourself short. Tonight: Only where the action is.

Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)

••• Be aware of your limitations, and understand that you will need to take the lead anyway. You are juggling two very different interests right now. Tonight: To the wee hours.

Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)

•••• Read between the lines. Understand how someone might be too vulnerable to share his or her feelings. Tonight: Make sure music is playing wherever you are.

Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)

•••• Deal with an associate or loved one directly. You might not be aware of what is happening with this person, but you’ll have an idea by the end of the day. Tonight: Opt for togetherness.

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)

•••• Defer to others with an understanding of what you want out of the situation, and be sure to explain those terms. Expect only a positive response. Tonight: Just don’t be alone.

Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)

•••• Dive into your day and clear out high-priority items early on. You might be surprised by a friend who pops in on you unexpectedly. Tonight: Choose a relaxing activity.

Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20)

•••• Be sensitive to the possibilities that surround a creative endeavor. You might decide to go for a different style or new way of handling this situation. Tonight: So what if it is Monday?