For Saturday, Sept. 8:

This year you often act on one idea while espousing a different one. You also tend to say one thing but do another. If you are single, you could meet someone through one of your commitments. If you are attached, working together on a project or for a common cause strengthens the bond between you.

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)

•••• Could you be overly optimistic? Positive thinking helps manifest your ideas, but it all depends on how you take disappointment. Tonight: Go to your favorite haunt.

Taurus (April 20-May 20)

••• You might expect more from an emotional investment than is logical. A touch of realism might make you uncomfortable, but on some level, it will serve to protect you. Tonight: Your treat.

Gemini (May 21-June 20)

••••• You have a way about you right now that makes you difficult to resist. Your spontaneity opens up new paths and possibilities. Tonight: All smiles.

Cancer (June 21-July 22)

•• You could need some time away from others. You might want to think through a decision without hearing everyone’s opinions. Tonight: Shhh … you do not need to reveal everything.

Leo (July 23-Aug. 22)

•••• You don’t need to be rigid, but it would be wise to keep your eye on the big picture. You might feel as if there are too many decisions or possibilities. Tonight: Zero in on what you want.

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)

•••• You could be more in sync with someone you’ve put on a pedestal than you might realize. You never looked at the similarities between you before now. Tonight: Leader of the gang.

Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)

•••• Share some of your drifting thoughts with the person they involve. Good feelings will emerge as a result. Tonight: Let the good times rock and roll.

Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)

•••• Everyone needs to get away with a favorite person every so often. You might be surprised by what this person shares. Tonight: Out late.

Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)

•••• A close loved one simply does not make sense to you. Eventually, you’ll understand where this person is coming from. Tonight: Follow someone’s lead.

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)

••• Stay nice and calm when dealing with someone’s requests and desires. You might opt to get a project done or curl up with a favorite book. Tonight: Put your feet up and relax.

Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)

•••• It makes no difference what you do — you have fun nearly anywhere, with anyone. You’re simply in the mood to live it up. Tonight: Leader of the gang.

Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20)

•••• Visit with relatives rather than run out the door to meet someone. You often do not make enough time for certain members of your immediate family. Tonight: Go for spontaneous.