For Wednesday, May 1:

This year your birthday gives you unusual power and strength. Should you decide to accomplish something, it is as good as done. If you are single, one of these people easily could become more than just a casual acquaintance. If you are attached, do not forget the importance of your significant other; otherwise, he or she could feel left out.

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)

•••• Focus your energy less on taking the lead and more on gaining a consensus regarding a key matter. You could see a situation far differently after having talked to various people. Tonight: Take a midweek break.

Taurus (April 20-May 20)

•••• Tension could escalate if you continue on a non-negotiable path. Toss stubbornness to the wind, and you’ll find that your stress level will drop almost immediately. Tonight: Do your own thing.

Gemini (May 21-June 20)

•••• You might want to take some time away from an issue and look at it later. Try to detach. Tonight: Schedule some downtime with a friend.

Cancer (June 21-July 22)

•••• Your playfulness emerges. A loved one who has been uptight as of late might adopt a new, more upbeat attitude as a result of your lightness. Tonight: Meet friends. Go until you can’t go any longer.

Leo (July 23-Aug. 22)

•••• Others seek you out, so much so that you might need to screen your calls. You have to take care of your must-do errands first. Tonight: So many possibilities — decide what you want to do!

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)

••• Listen to suggestions, but do not allow them or your social life to stop you from completing what must be done. A call will be coming in during the next few days, which could open the door to new possibilities. Tonight: Relax by getting involved in a favorite pastime.

Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)

•••• You could become involved in a situation that you normally would prefer to walk away from. Others find your logic to be quite wise. Tonight: Laugh and relax.

Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)

••••• Your smiling manner attracts a different response than anticipated. As a result, others seem to open up more. Tonight: Say “yes” to a suggestion.

Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)

••• Listen to news with an open mind and an eye to being more responsive. You are more than willing to rethink a decision with those involved. Tonight: Hang out with friends.

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)

•••• Suddenly, your mind will turn on like a light bulb. You’ll see many other options open up as a result. Tonight: Check in with a child and/or a loved one.

Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)

•••• You are in your element today. You know it, and you feel it. Tonight: Make the most of the moment.

Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20)

••• You might not want to share so much with others. You could feel misunderstood, and you likely will be right. Tonight: Early to bed.