Moon Alert: There are no restrictions to shopping or important decisions today. The Moon is in Virgo.

Happy birthday for Tuesday, Sept. 3, 2024: You are clever with a sharp, fast mind. You’re determined but also gentle in your perseverance. This is a slower paced year. Take time to rest and rejuvenate yourself. Focus on close friends and partners, and make sure these people have your back. It’s OK to ask for help.

Aries (March 21-April 19): Despite that back-to-school feeling, it’s hard to return to the grind today. People are not enthusiastic, including you. Do what you can, but cut yourself and others some slack. Summer is over, and it takes a while to crank to a new speed. Easy does it. Tonight: Work.

Taurus (April 20-May 20): You can’t ignore your responsibilities with children today, that’s for sure. Nevertheless, the wheels are a bit rusty, and it’s hard to get things going again. Don’t be judgmental of others. Be patient with them, and yourself. (Maybe you can play hooky today?) Tonight: Socialize.

Gemini (May 21-June 20): Although Mars is in your sign lined up with Jupiter, which boosts your energy, Mars is also at odds with Neptune, which means you are robbed of this energy. (Whaat?) It’s like putting bread in water. Therefore, take it easy. Don’t make a big deal about anything. Tonight: Relax.

Cancer (June 21-July 22): Because you might have expectations, if things don’t go well and you don’t have the energy to follow through, your disappointment might come out as criticism of others. Lighten up! Today everyone has heavy feet. It’s just what it is. Take it easy. Tonight: Discussions.

Leo (July 23-Aug. 22): Lower your standards a bit today. We all have that back-to-school feeling, which means we want to be shipshape, do things right, and be efficient and get a lot done to get back in the game. However, people are tired today. It’s that simple. Easy does it. Tonight: Check your belongings.

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Even though this is a powerful day because the Moon and the Sun are in your sign — in addition to which, Mars and Jupiter are lined up at the top of your chart — something is taking the wind out of your sails today. Don’t worry about it. Regroup another day. Tonight: You’re strong.

Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Don’t be hard on yourself, because today it’s challenging to get back in a groove even though everyone has expectations about doing so. The energy of Mars is washed out by its contact with Neptune, and this makes us feel a bit lazy and lackadaisical. “Who cares?” Take it easy. Do the basics. Tonight: Solitude.

Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Enjoy warm friendships with others today. Be patient with kids, because they feel dragged out, as you might. The energy that most people feel today is not strong. It’s weak and a bit listless. You don’t have to make a big deal about anything. Just accept what is happening. Relax. Tonight: Friendships.

Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Because people notice you more than usual right now, you might feel you have to deliver. You have to look good and say the right thing. (Admittedly, this would be very cool.) However, everyone feels that their efforts are lagging behind today. Lighten up. Tonight: You’re noticed.

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): When talking to others today, make an extra effort to make sure that clear communications are happening, because this is the classic time for misunderstandings, especially related to work, your job or even your health. People are low energy today. Tonight: Explore.

Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): This is not a good day for important financial discussions, especially about inheritances, bills, taxes, debt or how to get your fair share of something. You’ll find it difficult to put all of yourself behind your words. You just don’t have the juice today. Tonight: Check your finances.

Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20): Don’t worry if you don’t have the energy to do everything you had hoped to get done at home and with family members. Just cover the basics. People are low energy and a bit tired today. The summer is over, and it takes a while to get cranked up. Patience. Tonight: Cooperate.