YOUR horoscope

TUESDAY, AUG. 15, 2017

Note: Bigar’s Stars is based on the degree of your sun at birth. The sign name is simply a label astrologers put on a set of degrees for convenience. For best results, readers should refer to the dates following each sign. A baby born today has a Sun in Leo and a Moon in Taurus if born before 10:08 a.m. (ET). Afterward, the Moon will be in Gemini.

HAPPY BIRTHDAY

This year you have a tendency to stick to your guns. This stubbornness, which is likely to emerge in the next few months, could be self-destructive. Learn to lighten up and communicate better. If you are single, your circle of friends and the group you network with will expand. Through a friend or acquaintance, you could meet someone special. If you are attached, the two of you will strengthen your bond while working toward a common goal. GEMINI might seem like a fairweather friend, but he or she will prove to be a loyal confidant. 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 might wake up believing that you have the day under control. By midday, the sequence of events could displace your sense of control. Could someone be bucking your authority? Let go of this game, and be more independent. Tonight: Hang out with a close friend.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20)

Use the wee hours for any important matter. Communication could be off, especially with those who are at a distance. Express yourself, and let go of a need for control. Know that you have it together. Make it OK to say “no,” if need be. Tonight: Buy a muchdesired item or two.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20)

You might surprise yourself with your own resilience. Others recognize your competence, which makes leading the way to change easier. Don’t let a partner’s insistence on having his or her way trigger you. Do your thing. Tonight: Zero in on what you want.

CANCER (June 21-July 22)

Use the early hours to handle an important matter. By midmorning, you’ll go within and wake yourself up with a new outlook on the situation. Your ability to flex with the moment reflects a strength that many people do not have; use it well. Tonight: Not to be found.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22)

Handle a critical talk involving work or your standing within a set group ASAP. You could be in for a surprise once you see the results. Focus on your friends, who might be unusually supportive of a key project. You might feel vulnerable. Tonight: Reach out to an older relative.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)

You see a situation more completely than others do. A recent interaction might be causing a lot of hassles for others. You will want to let go of it for now, as you are likely to hit a wall of criticism and backlash when dealing with others. Tonight: Let your imagination speak.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)

You’ll feel anxious approaching someone who commands your respect. You might be hesitant to express your vision. You also could be more critical of yourself than you are aware. Know that it might be time to turn over a new leaf. Tonight: Opt for a different approach.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)

You are likely to claim your power in a forceful way. You might wonder why you have not supported yourself in pursuing your desires more often. Allow communication to flow, even if you want to turn a deaf ear toward others. Tonight: Accept a loved one’s invitation.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)

Get through your routine quickly this morning. Someone seems to needs your time and attention, and will do nearly anything to get it. This person’s efforts might be tempting, but it would be best to handle your responsibilities first. Tonight: See what offers appeal to you.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)

You could have the best of intentions, but still might come off as controlling. You’ll be surprised to hear that others perceive you in this way. Try to be less demanding when dealing with an important matter. Tonight: Clear out some errands. Squeeze in a walk if possible.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)

How you perceive a situation could be a lot different from reality. Recognize the differences in self-expression between you and others. Rather than express your “rightness,” listen and see how varied each person’s world is from one to the next. Tonight: Ever playful.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20)

Pick up the phone and make calls early in the day if you need to have an important conversation. Don’t be surprised at a friend’s reaction to your actions. Getting feedback remains important but also supporting yourself in your ideas must be too! Tonight: Make it early.

BORN TODAY: French military leader Napoleon Bonaparte (1769), actor Ben Affleck (1972), actress Jennifer Lawrence (1990)

Jacqueline Bigar is on the internet at www.jacquelinebigar.com. (c) 2017 by King Features Syndicate Inc.