For Monday, Aug. 19

This year you possess an enormous amount of information of which others are not aware. People often seek you out for your suggestions. If you are single, trust in your desirability. If you are attached, recreate some of your favorite dates from the past.

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)

•••• Your words have punch, and others will sense the power that’s behind them. Take your time before verbalizing your thoughts. Tonight: A lengthy chat.

Taurus (April 20-May 20)

••• Pace yourself, and know your limits. Pressure could build within both your personal and professional circles. Tonight: Till the wee hours.

Gemini (May 21-June 20)

•••• Touch base with others, and make a point to maintain some form of communication. Know that you don’t have all the answers; you might need to detach in order to remain centered. Tonight: A favorite activity.

Cancer (June 21-July 22)

•••• Deal directly with those who hold the purse strings. There seems to be a definite difference of opinion regarding a potential risk. Tonight: Listen well.

Leo (July 23-Aug. 22)

•••• You might feel pushed to the max and somewhat challenged with a domestic or personal issue. Tonight: Defer to others as much as you can.

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)

••• You have a tendency to overdo things or to think you can accomplish more than you actually can. A partner or loved one could be unpredictable right now. Tonight: Play it easy.

Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)

•••• Let your imagination take the lead. Your expenses could seem way off. Tonight: Let the fun begin.

Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)

••• Tension builds around the homefront. You might not be able to resolve a personal matter the way you might like, but you will find an acceptable Band-Aid solution. Tonight: Be spontaneous.

Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)

•••• Listen carefully to someone, as this person subtly might be saying something that could cause a major confrontation if taken out of context. Make a point to help the conversation move along. Tonight: Only where there is music.

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)

••• You could feel very uncomfortable around a friend who clearly lacks the sensitivity to understand what you are doing. Don’t let this person influence you. Tonight: Balance your checkbook and pay bills.

Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)

••••• You will feel good, no matter how many tasks are on your schedule. A boss or older relative could be in a sour mood. Tonight: Go for what you want.

Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20)

••• Much is going on behind the scenes, and you might not be able to discuss it or ask questions about what you are seeing. Take an overview of your situation. Tonight: Get some R and R — you’re going to need it!