Horoscopes: Wednesday, August 17, 2016

ARIES (March 21-April 19). Self-acceptance is just what you need to move forward. If you're not self-accepting enough to feel comfortable in all you do, baby steps toward self-love will still make a positive difference.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20). When you think, "I don't have time for this!" but then "this!" is all you're doing, it's a signal that the disparity between your higher self and lower self is at its tightest. What gives? Roll toward your chosen side, and hang on.

GEMINI (May 21-June 21). Your social graces will put you in an excellent position with a group you might have been intimidated by. Now you realize you're in the same league, and you're set to find out more about the games.

CANCER (June 22-July 22). Set the pace. So what if they have to scramble to keep up with you? They need the "exercise." They depend on you to keep them at the top of their game.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22). Commitment is the essence of style. Once you've made your choice, wear it - proudly. And if you didn't make your choice, if you're dealing with un-intention, that's all the more reason to own it.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22). You'll be impressed by someone's talent, productivity, or behavior. Truly, it's because you have these very capabilities. You've exercised them in the past - and you will again in the near future.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23). Don't expect a smooth, straight ride. Roll with the turmoil, keeping your goal in mind. You'll likely land with what you desire, safe inside your grasp.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 21). This is no time to let things linger. If ignoring the problem isn't working and you simply can't leave the situation alone, gather up your inner fire and get ready to deal directly, head-on.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21). The one who shares a bad mood with you is a true friend. Some would call this emotional dumping, or venting, but you just call it "having a gripe." There's a bond building here.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19). Even though social media make this harder and harder, you're still in control of what people know about you. You'll spend some of the day shaping your image to maximum effect.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18). Try not to blame the poor ignorant souls who throw a wrench in the works out of sheer inexperience. Those who know better will do better. Help them practice until they get it right.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20). Superstars may have great strengths, but that doesn't mean they can teach you. The best instructors are those with some talent who have made almost every mistake there is to make.

TODAY'S BIRTHDAY (Aug. 17). The cosmos trumpets a welcome to your year of big love. You'll give and receive at a more immersive level and feel what it's like to be a fixture in the lives of others. This will bring pressure at times, as well as pleasure and joy beyond measure. Family life improves in January when an agitation is eliminated or a wild element tamed. Scorpio and Libra adore you. Lucky numbers: 3, 22, 14, 39, and 50.