For Tuesday, Sept. 3

This year you might internalize more, yet you will be less critical. Others easily pick up on your compassion, which is clear and expressive. If you are single, you will attract several people. If you are attached, schedule several weekends away as a couple and see what that does for your relationship.

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 will find that a sense of calmness takes over. Getting a project off the ground will be a snap compared to your other recent efforts. Tonight: Don’t feel restricted by the day.

Taurus (April 20-May 20)

••• Pressure has been high, and it will continue to be so. Someone’s efforts might touch you so deeply that you will want to express your appreciation. Tonight: Relax.

Gemini (May 21-June 20)

••••• You tend to be very playful in general, and today it might be difficult to contain yourself. Use some of your spontaneity and creativity in a brainstorming session.Tonight: So what if it is Tuesday night?

Cancer (June 21-July 22)

••• Curb a tendency to be possessive. It seems as if you will do everything you can in order to draw someone toward you. Tonight: Happiest at home.

Leo (July 23-Aug. 22)

••••• You might want to try a new approach or do something differently. You might be able to make a difference, as you feel much better about yourself than you have in a while. Tonight: All smiles.

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)

•• You might want to pull back and take a closer look at what is going on with your feelings and with someone else’s response. Take on the role of the observer. Tonight: Kick back.

Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)

••••• You can’t help but smile as you observe friends and loved ones, and see how committed and concerned they are about someone’s problem. You recognize and appreciate that quality in others. Tonight: Make it your treat.

Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)

•••• You know what you want, and you know what you need. At this point, you might be holding a lot back. Tonight: In the limelight. Others will follow!

Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)

••••• Reach out for more information. If need be, find an expert to clear up some confusion that surrounds a professional matter. Tonight: Hang with your friends.

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)

•••• You make a good impression, no matter where you are. Others admire your dignity and strong sense of direction. Tonight: Dinner out.

Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)

•••• You might want to listen to the feedback you’ll be getting from loved ones. You could be more involved than you realize. Tonight: Go along with someone’s plans.

Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20)

••• Continue the intense schedule you have created for yourself, and complete as much as you can — you will be a lot happier as a result. Weigh the pros and cons of a situation. Tonight: Stay calm.