For Monday, Aug. 26

This year you approach life with seriousness and the ability to realize a long-term desire. You have both endurance and Lady Luck on your team. If you are single, you could be unusually idealistic and/or confused when dating or getting to know someone better. If you are attached, it is through working together that you become closer.

Aries (March 21-April 19)

•••• You could be overly serious as the day begins. You might feel as if there is a lot of tension around a domestic matter that you need to deal with. Tonight: Follow your instincts.

Taurus (April 20-May 20)

••••• You might want to think through a decision more carefully. Remain responsive as you juggle different forms of communication. Tonight: Your smile wins the day.

Gemini (May 21-June 20)

••• Know when to take a pass and not jump headfirst into a project. Honor the fact that you have had enough. Tonight: Make your excuses and take some much-needed personal time.

Cancer (June 21-July 22)

••••• You will find that success comes naturally. If you start to overthink things, you might sabotage yourself. Tonight: Join a friend or two.

Leo (July 23-Aug. 22)

••• You’ll want to see results from your recent efforts, and you’re more than willing to put in the necessary hours. Tonight: Till the wee hours.

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)

•••• Detach, especially if you’re feeling pressured by a partner. You might not be sure what direction you should head in. Tonight: Listen to a roommate.

Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)

••••• Relate to a partner or friend directly. You will see better results, and so will those around you. Tonight: Go along with someone’s suggestion.

Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)

•••• Defer to others, as they are unlikely to be responsive at this moment. Take an overview, and you’ll gain a deeper understanding of what is motivating others. Tonight: Once again, you are the one doing the listening.

Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)

••• You dive into your to-do list nearly immediately, and with someone’s help, you could get through your list earlier than you might have thought. A loved one could be most unpredictable, but he or she makes you laugh. Tonight: Be naughty and nice.

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)

••• You could feel subdued by a choice you need to make. Someone close to you clearly spoils you; however, this person might not be able to give you feedback regarding this matter. Tonight: Listen to a friend.

Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)

•••• You are full of laughter and fun despite the fact that you are dealing with a heavy burden or a difficult situation. Tonight: Hang out with a friend.

Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20)

•••• You might be making a situation more confusing than it needs to be. Tonight: Speak your mind.