For Thursday, Sept. 5

This year your creativity and intellect merge to create new opportunities. If you are single, you could meet someone through a friend whom you would like to get to know. If you are attached, the two of you will find that your relationship is more upbeat and supportive than in 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)

••••• If you are in the mindset to start a diet, clean your office or approach a situation differently, then this is the time to resolve to do just that. Tonight: Start by sharing your decision with a friend.

Taurus (April 20-May 20)

••••• You finally will be able to straighten out a problem with a child or loved one and start on better footing. You might see quite a difference as a result. Tonight: Spread your wings.

Gemini (May 21-June 20)

••• If you decide to turn around an annoying situation or domestic matter, you will be more likely to succeed if you start today. Financial opportunities are heading your way, and you might choose to head in a new direction as a result. Tonight: Treat a friend or two to munchies.

Cancer (June 21-July 22)

••••• You might need to update your software, get a new security system or change the oil in your car. Tonight: Hang out at home.

Leo (July 23-Aug. 22)

••• Listen to news with an open mind. A new beginning might become possible in the realm of your finances. Tonight: Enjoy the moment.

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)

••••• Your magnetism draws others toward you. If you could have more smoothly flowing interactions, would you want that? Tonight: All smiles.

Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)

••• Spend some time reviewing what you feel is important to you, and consider enhancing the areas that bring you the most happiness. Use the day to make a personal assessment of your daily life; you will see only positive results. Tonight: Take some much-needed private time.

Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)

•••• You might realize that you are on the verge of completing an unfinished project or pursuing an unmet goal. Tonight: Where friends are.

Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)

••• You have responded to others’ needs, so congratulate yourself on stepping up to the plate. Ask yourself if this is a pattern you would like to repeat. Tonight: Burn the midnight oil.

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)

••• Keep searching for the pot of gold over the rainbow. Whatever it is that you want, now is the time to act. Tonight: Read between the lines.

Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)

•••• A key relationship involving finances will push you toward change and possibly even some type of renewal. Tonight: Easy works.

Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20)

•••• Continue to let a loved one play a dominant role. You might question what is going on within your immediate circle and wonder what might be best for both of you. Tonight: A vibrant, meaningful discussion is possible.