Horoscope: Sept. 4

Aries (March 21-April 19): What you can’t accomplish by being tough and disciplined, you might with a soft and loving approach.

Taurus (April 20-May 20): You may be dreading a task because it seems difficult. You will be infinitely more cheerful after you get it out of the way.

Gemini (May 21-June 21): You want something that is considered a luxury. This is about more than your pleasure, though, as you have a feeling that it will begin a positive movement in the lives of many.

Cancer (June 22-July 22): Your usual routine will be touched with drama. A change will be born in this heightened mood.

Leo (July 23-Aug. 22): Be true to your whims — there is magic in them. You may incorporate a trend or two, but you’ll give it your own spin.

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): You will be a different person for having examined your experiences of yesteryear.

Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 23): Today, your lessons will be offered by a young, impertinent individual.

Scorpio (Oct. 24-Nov. 21): If only the rest of the world understood the word “service” as you do. It’s more than a series of actions; it’s an overall attitude.

Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Usually, things take longer than you think they will, but today’s jobs will be a snap. This will allow you to get organized.

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): When you get into a small group, you establish yourself as a leader, guiding the conversation in interesting and upbeat ways.

Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): You will be drawn in by the mysterious pull of someone who is, by all appearances, as normal as they come.

Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20): There’s glamour in this day — not a glitzy but structured and cool. Your social stars are on the rise tonight.

Today’s birthday (Sept. 4): You were born lucky. You just didn’t completely understand your luck before. You’ll like how a relationship develops through the next 10 weeks. October brings a financial bonus. You’ll exchange promises in December. Pisces and Gemini people adore you. Lucky numbers: 5, 2, 15, 49 and 33.