Horoscope: Sept. 4

ARIES (March 21-April 19). Funny, you don't feel like an expression of divine energy. Maybe you can feel a glimmer of it this afternoon, and that will be enough to help you focus on what's going right.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20). You'll be making a speedy and yet very important exit. There's an emotion to leaving, and everyone feels it. Know and control it, and you're basically knowing your own attitude.

GEMINI (May 21-June 21). Great film directors pay attention to the geometry of bodies and scenery frame by frame. In real life, it's up to you to create interesting images in the way you use space. Someone is very attracted to the way you do this.

CANCER (June 22-July 22). Losing your enthusiasm is worse than losing your way. If you lose your mojo, don't let yourself go too long without it. Gather a search-and-rescue team to find it.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22). What you used to think of as pressure is now a fun challenge. This is because you've grown. If your brain were a bicep, you would note this growth outright. But for now, you'll just have to accept it.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22). Some people try to keep up with the Joneses. Others just talk about the Joneses behind their backs. Still others try to drag those Joneses down a few notches. The best way may be to ignore those Joneses. It's their biz, after all.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23). As you are inclined to reject all dull and dreary affairs, it's probably best that you don't pay too much attention to the local scuttlebutt. Think big. If you're going to follow a bit of news, make sure it's international.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 21). Some friends "get" you on a level that other friends will never understand. That's just how it is. Your ability to roll with it and appreciate whatever people appreciate about you is what keeps you rich in friendship.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21). Be patient and listen to other people's experiences. It will be good to reminisce about what's occurred and get ready for what's coming up.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19). Wild ideas lead to excellent plans, but there's some sorting to do in the transition. What's reasonable? Discount that. Go for what's just beyond reasonable.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18). Your accomplishment will draw attention, and that can't be helped. Luckily, your inherent kindness keeps any of the props you get for today's success from going straight to your head.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20). You may be worried about what to say. The best thing is to congratulate others on their success, acknowledge the challenges and ignore all else. Cover those, and you'll be considered a social genius.

TODAY'S BIRTHDAY (Sept. 4). Your big leap is coming - the thing that's been holding you back will be cleared in three weeks' time. October is a thrill ride. Healthy routines make you stronger. Career wins are featured in November. Family relationships heal in December. Travel in the new year, and you may also learn a different language. Aries and Sagittarius people adore you. Your lucky numbers are: 43, 25, 41, 2 and 29.