Born today, you are destined to be enormously popular among those who share your general views of the world, and it is quite likely that you will be able to parlay that popularity into professional success in one of many possible professions. There is a dark side to your otherwise bright and positive personality, however, and it manifests itself as a kind of self-concern that, upon occasion, makes it impossible to avoid acting in your own self-interest at a time when thoughts of others would be more appropriate.
You are quite charming, and there may be times in which others do not know if you are telling the truth, so positive and engaging are your words. Your overall approach to relationships is based upon your ability to put others at ease. You must always take care, however, that you do not use this skill to any unfair advantage.
Also born on this date are: John Stamos, actor; Bill Clinton, U.S. president; Matthew Perry, actor; Coco Chanel, designer; Orville Wright, pioneer aviator; Kyra Sedgwick, actress; Jonathan Frakes, actor; Kevin Dillon, actor.
To see what is in store for you tomorrow, find your birthday and read the corresponding paragraph. Let your birthday star be your daily guide.
THURSDAY, AUGUST 20
ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- Now is the time for you to acknowledge someone's authority over you and those engaged in the same activity. It's not forever, however!
TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- Energy is on the rise, and inspiration is coming from a variety of sources. It's a good day to start a creative project -- or two.
GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- You have little to lose by pressing your point today. Say what you have to say and do what you have to do to win acknowledgment and recognition.
CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- You may have to tighten the reins today in order to get what you want out of those working with you. Too much leniency works against you.
LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- Someone is likely to force an issue that you are only too eager to avoid today. Ultimately, you can have the upper hand, however.
VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- You can challenge someone's authority today, but you mustn't expect an outright victory. Be ready to negotiate the terms you prefer.
LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- Take care that you don't fall behind today merely because you didn't listen closely enough when you were given instructions you were to follow.
SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- You're likely to encounter someone who doesn't follow the rules. Take care that you don't stand in his or her way when things begin to heat up.
SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- All you have to do today is make a start, not complete every task assigned to you. Once you build momentum, the work becomes easier.
CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- You come up against someone who isn't likely to listen to anything you have to say today -- so why bother? Go about your own business!
AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- You may find it difficult to trust someone who has only recently arrived on the scene. Still, you must be able to cooperate as required.
PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- You may react very quickly to someone's changing agenda, and that will allow you to maintain the advantage while others jockey for position.