For Tuesday, May 8:

The quality of your communication defines how content you will be this year. You alternate between wanting a lot of closeness and needing some space. If you are single, finding a match that can meet these different needs could be an intense experience. If you are attached, your significant other probably can handle this back and forth.

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)

••••• Claim your power, even though it might be more agreeable to indulge the other party. Choose your words with care, as the person in question has been overly serious. Tonight: Working late.

Taurus (April 20-May 20)

•••••A partnership remains a source of pleasure. You could be overwhelmed by everything that comes up. Tonight: Do nothing halfway.

Gemini (May 21-June 20)

•••• Others will come forward if you back off a bit. Your good vibes seem to communicate your intentions. Tonight: Chat away over dinner.

Cancer (June 21-July 22)

••• You plunge into work or a project with the best intentions. Carefully consider your alternatives, especially involving a family member, an investment or a real-estate matter. Tonight: Nap, then decide.

Leo (July 23-Aug. 22)

••••• Your imagination plays an instrumental role in various situations. You might not have all the answers, but someone else might have a good suggestion or two. Tonight: Take a much-needed break.

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)

•••• You can find a lot of excuses if you want to have a slow start to the day. The problem is that you go to extremes far too easily. Tonight: Let the good times roll.

Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)

••••• You might have pushed too hard for your own good. It is questionable which way would be the best way to go. Tonight: Meet a friend.

Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)

••• You will tend to test your limits, and perhaps be the source of some awkwardness between you and someone else. You’ll wonder what is enough as your mind drifts into contemplation. Tonight: Meet a friend later on.

Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)

••••• Clearly someone wants to get a lot closer to you. The decision is yours to make: Do you want to transform this bond and make it stronger? Tonight: It is your treat.

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)

••• You might feel slightly out of sorts early on, but later today you will feel better. Give yourself space, and do only what you must. Tonight: Perk up.

Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)

•••• Zero in on possibilities rather than problems. You could see a situation far differently than many other people. Tonight: Make it early.

Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20)

•••• Many demands could have you juggling between different people. Do not lose your focus, even if a partner is difficult and tests your limits. Tonight: Where the fun is.