Astrology: Take a look at your daily horoscope
Happy birthday: for Sunday, Sept. 2. This year you have the ability to make risks work and to transform personal interactions.
You will start to see your power grow. Your intellect, helped by your charisma, draws admirers. If you are single, you could be doing much more dating. You could meet someone special as a result. If you are attached, the two of you relate with intensity. You might feel that you want different situations in your lives and are out of sync. This issue might change with time if both of you stay open. GEMINI tends to confuse you and others with his or her words.
Aries (March 21-April 19):
★★★★ Whatever you want to do, make sure you do it in the first part of the day. You might find that you want to catch up on others’ news later on. Listen to what is being shared. You’ll discover how talkative everyone is right now. The chatter might wear you out! Tonight: Relax.
Taurus (April 20-May 20):
★★★ Honor a change of pace. An older friend or relative wants to see you. Stay upbeat and open, even if you have to change your plans to please this person. You might not have expected the cost of treating this person to a late brunch or dinner. Tonight: In the whirlwind of living.
Gemini (May 21-June 20):
★★★★ Make your day as positive as possible. Those who join you are lucky. Your exuberance seems to flow directly to them. A call to or from someone at a distance puts a smile on your face. Share good news. Don’t allow a minor issue to become anything big. Tonight: Get all the facts.
Cancer (June 21-July 22):
★★★ A loved one is full of good news. You might not see the situation the same way, but avoid raining on this person’s parade. Given time, you will see through someone’s guise. Make the most of the free time you have. Tonight: Take some much-needed personal time.
Leo (July 23-Aug. 22):
★★★★★ You are part of a crowd. Sometimes watching others and seeing how they handle their lives helps you relax. A close loved one has a lot on his or her mind that he or she is likely to share. Be supportive and try not to be too critical. Tonight: Wind down from the weekend.
Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22):
★★★ Your tension builds to a high level, not so much because of what is happening, but rather because of your judgment. Center yourself and pull away from the excitement around you. A partner might aggravate you. Try to distract yourself. Tonight: Let criticism wash right over you.
Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22):
★★★★ Brainstorm with another idea person when making plans. What you come up with might make your day much more exciting. Be spontaneous when dealing with loved ones. With tension building, you will need to take a walk or try another stress-buster. Tonight: Think ‘’tomorrow.’’
Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21):
★★★★ In the morning, there could be an awkward moment or two with a friend, but you’ll still be able to complete whatever you are doing. In the evening, you might be doing a lot of thinking. Do yourself a favor and don’t jump to any conclusions yet. Tonight: Play it low-key.
Sagittarius (Nov. 22- Dec. 21):
★★★★★ Others want to spend some time with you. A conversation could open a door to more opportunities. The person with whom you are speaking seems to have the ability to think outside the box. Use his or her natural abilities to help you structure a new path. Tonight: Lounge around.
Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19):
★★★★ You have limited time to finish a project, so don’t allow others to distract you. Be open to new ideas. You’ll feel up for whatever life offers. Your willingness to pitch in might be accepted. A loved one could share his or her vulnerabilities. Tonight: Pick up an easy dinner.
Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18):
★★★★★ Assess the cost of a plan you are in the process of hatching. You could be taken aback by the financial implications, and you might want to back off. Be aware that you are sensitive to someone’s mood, but he or she might not be tuned in to yours. Tonight: Be near good music.
Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20):
★★★★ Be imaginative when dealing with a loved one. You will draw this person in quickly and discover that the two of you naturally have a good time. You suddenly might feel frustrated.
Born today: Actress Salma Hayek (1966), actor Mark Harmon (1951), comedian Katt Williams (1971)