For Sunday, Aug. 19:

This year you could be very concerned about your security. You also often find yourself having to repeat conversations after you have them, which could be frustrating. If you are single, you might become very fussy when relating to potential suitors. If you are attached, you often will have discussions about finances.

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 tend to be so responsive that you could assume the role of many other people. Listen to your inner voice before approaching a conversation. Tonight: If the other person doesn’t make the first move, it will be up to you.

Taurus (April 20-May 20)

••••• You seem to be more childlike and fun than you have been in a long time. As a result, you are better able to relate to other generations.Tonight: Forget tomorrow. Live now.

Gemini (May 21-June 20)

•••• Once you get into a lazy-day mood, it is difficult for you to break out of that mindset. A roommate or family member also might enjoy this laziness. Tonight: Act on your newfound spunkiness.

Cancer (June 21-July 22)

•••• Make your round of Sunday calls or visits to friends and loved ones. You tend to think of these individuals as part of your extended family. Tonight: Catch up on news.

Leo (July 23-Aug. 22)

••••• Make an effort to contact someone you have wanted to spend time with. A late brunch together will let you catch up on each other’s news. Tonight: Respond to emails.

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)

•••• You finally slow down and decide to handle your finances. You might want to make sure you are on solid ground before making a big purchase or taking a mini-vacation. Tonight: Treat yourself and others.

Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)

••••• You act as if you have your vitality back. Count on this revived feeling as the beginning of a new sense of freeness. Tonight: Only as you like it.

Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)

•••• Listen to others with openness. You do not need to comment. Tonight: Get some extra R and R.

Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)

•••• Friends interfere with your plans once more, but you love the attention. How you handle this ongoing popularity needs to suit your life, too. Tonight: The festivities surround you.

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)

•••• Be more in touch with your needs and desires. Others make demands that you might not want to meet. Tonight: In the spotlight.

Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)

••••• Look at the whole picture and understand what is happening behind the scenes. You might be missing an important detail involving a friend or loved one at a distance. Tonight: Let your imagination play out.

Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20)

•••• Someone close to you makes it clear that he or she wants greater closeness between you, which is what you also desire. Do not be shy or withdrawn. Tonight: Togetherness spices up the night.