Horoscope for August 22

You will approach life with far greater intensity than in the past. A key partnership plays a much stronger role in looking at some of life’s basic issues. The superficial has no role in your life. Scorpio might have deep thoughts but could be hard to deal with.

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 a lot of panache, and you do not hesitate to display your passion and core feelings. By midday, you might decide to focus on a project, even if you are by yourself. Tonight: Return calls and emails.

Taurus (April 20-May 20)

•••• You easily get sidetracked, no matter what you are doing. Honor your priorities despite others inadvertently breaking into your plans, in need of your help. Tonight: Be responsive to a friend or family member.

Gemini (May 21-June 20)

••• Focus on completion and getting the job done. When you become inspired, you feel like anything is possible; however, it will be your tremendous effort that makes a difference. Tonight: Relax.

Cancer (June 21-July 22)

•••• Understanding comes from getting past a self-imposed restraint. Also, be willing to verbalize your goals and desires. Tonight: Express your naughty side.

Leo (July 23-Aug. 22)

••• You could be far more possessive than you think you are. Try to be more self-aware, and listen to a partner’s feedback. Tonight: Curb a desire to go on a spending spree, if possible.

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)

••••• You have a strong reaction, which is unlike your normally logical stance. Someone close to you might not be sure of what is going on, and could test this newfound assertiveness. Tonight: The world is your oyster.

Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)

•••• You definitely know what you want, but getting someone to respond as you’d like could be a different story. Remain diplomatic yet clear. Tonight: Go shopping for that special item.

Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)

••••• You seem to be in your element; however, someone else might not be on the same mental plane as you. Tonight: Choose a high-energy activity.

Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)

•••• Understand that you are in a reflective stage right now that will not last much longer. Gather all the information you need in order to make a solid decision about a project. Tonight: Do not swallow your anger.

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)

•••• Aim for more of what you want, and focus on the more social aspects of your life. Be willing to verbalize more of what you desire, and you will manifest just that even more easily. Tonight: A friend could be too assertive.

Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)

•••• When you take charge, others step back. You are fiery and direct in your word choice. Tonight: A must appearance.

Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20)

••••• Your ability to incorporate many different perspectives to resolve a problem comes forward right now. Listen to your sixth sense about a misunderstanding. Tonight: How about some blues?