Daily horoscope for August 23, 2024

Moon Alert: Caution! Avoid shopping or important decisions from 8:15 a.m. to 8:15 p.m. EDT today (5:15 a.m. to 5:15 p.m.). After that, the Moon moves from Aries into Taurus.

Happy Birthday for Friday, Aug. 23, 2024:

You’re energetic, focused and hardworking. You have an excellent eye and are good with details. Your inquiring mind doesn’t take things for granted. You’re satisfied by determining your own truth. Take time to enjoy yourself this year! Let your hair down! It’s time to nurture your happiness.

ARIES

(March 21-April 19)
★★★★
It’s a productive day! In particular, financial work will go well today. This is a good day to reorganize things so that your work flows more smoothly. Nevertheless, old flames might come back in your world in a playful way. Expect a surprise. Tonight: Check your money.

TAURUS

(April 20-May 20)
★★★★
Things will flow smoothly for you today. The Moon is in your sign dancing nicely with the Sun, which makes you productive and sociable. Enjoy fun outings with romantic partners, kids and creative people. You also might repair something or entertain old friends at home. Tonight: You win!

GEMINI

(May 21-June 20)
★★★
You’re full of ideas today because you have lots of mental energy. You also might run into past acquaintances, which will be entertaining for you. Family issues, especially with parents, might be a focus today. It’s a good day to redecorate at home and entertain. Tonight: Privacy.

CANCER

(June 21-July 22)
★★★
Enjoy schmoozing with friends and members of groups today. You have lots of energy to meet others, plus, you’re in a good mood and happy with your surroundings. You might wrap up some financial matters that have been lingering. Resist the urge to buy something you’ve been wanting to get. See the Moon Alert. Tonight: Friendships.

LEO

(July 23-Aug. 22)
★★★★
You’re high-viz today, which is good news, because people admire you. Many of you will be involved with friends and ex-partners from your past today. Or perhaps you’re in touch with a member of a group once again. Write down your moneymaking ideas. Wait until tomorrow to buy something beautiful. Tonight: You’re noticed.

VIRGO

(Aug. 23-Sept. 22)
★★★★
This is a strong day for you, because the Sun in your sign is dancing beautifully with the Moon, which helps you to be productive and get things done. You might take charge. If you do, you will be tactful and charming because Venus is in your sign. Tonight: Explore!

LIBRA

(Sept. 23-Oct. 22)
★★★
Travel discussions with someone younger, especially about prior plans, might take place today. This will suit you, because you have a strong desire to go someplace and be adventurous. However, you also want to relax and be low-key. It’s your call. Tonight: Check your finances.

SCORPIO

(Oct. 23-Nov. 21)
★★★★
This is a popular day, especially with creative, artistic types. You also might run into authority figures from your past — bosses, VIPs or even a parent. It’s a great day to schmooze with others, be they friends or groups and organizations. “Come on in! The water’s fine!” Tonight: Cooperate.

SAGITTARIUS

(Nov. 22-Dec. 21)
★★★★
You make a great impression on others today, which is one of the reasons you will be productive. This is the perfect day to take over a project or take charge in some way. Someone close to you might help you, especially by doing the PR work or background research. Tonight: Work.

CAPRICORN

(Dec. 22-Jan. 19)
★★★★
This is a lovely day to socialize, especially with people from other backgrounds or different countries. You want to expand your experience of the world. However, you will also accomplish a lot because you’re willing to work to get things done. It’s a win-win day! Tonight: Play!

AQUARIUS

(Jan. 20-Feb. 18)
★★★
Discussions about social events, activities with children, as well as anything to do with vacations, the entertainment world or the hospitality industry will go well today. In particular, you might talk about funding and where to get equipment and resources. Tonight: Cocoon.

PISCES

(Feb. 19-March 20)
★★★★
Enjoy schmoozing with partners and friends, as well as members of the general public today. Partnerships will be supportive. This is also a productive day for you because you’re in the right frame of mind to wrap up old business. Tonight: Discussions.