Here is your astrological forecast for Thursday, August 14, courtesy of your resident scopetress Jen Bem.

What will be in your stars?

Aries 03.21-04.19
You are more ambitious than normal, especially when it comes to your career. Go after the promotion or that new job you’ve been looking at. All that ambition will definitely give you an extra edge.

Taurus 04.20-05.20
Use those extra hours you have today for catching up on your to-do-list, not catching up on your favorite TV show. Your DVR will still be there after you mow your lawn.

Gemini 05.21-06.21
First impressions are key. Make sure everyone you’re introduced to gets to see your best side. The people you meet today will help you out later, if, of course, they like you.

Cancer 06.22-07.21
The phone is your worst enemy today. You can’t seem to escape calls from friends who need your advice or want to talk for what seems like hours. Don’t expect to get anything done today; you’ll be too busy playing psychiatrist.

Leo 07.22-08.22
A pushy co-worker is getting under your skin. He thinks his way is always right and never wants to hear new ideas. Instead of clawing his eyes out at your next meeting, consider sitting down one-on-one to discuss the problem.

Virgo 08.23-09.22
You’re less than enthused about the things that need to be done by the end of the day. All you want is to stay in bed. Push through it — the weekend is almost here.

Libra 09.23-10.22
You’re unable to decide how you feel about your relationship. Sometimes it isn’t worth the headache, and sometimes you’re head over heels in love. Either way, a decision needs to be made soon.

Scorpio 10.23-11.21
A thoughtful gesture for your honey or new flame is effective. Even if it’s something small like picking up dinner tonight.

Sagittarius 11.22-12.21
No matter what anyone says or does for you today, you’re set on being in a terrible mood. Perhaps you should do the world a favor and wear a sign around your neck that flashes “leave me alone” in case some people are confused.

Capricorn 12.22-01.19
Relax when confronted with a really stressful situation today. Your cool and confident demeanor will help calm everyone else, and it will show how well you handle pressure.

Aquarius 01.20-02.18
Patience is a virtue you could use a little more of. You’re in no mood for stupid questions or incompetence, and you have no problem letting everyone know — especially those who annoy you.

Pisces 02.19-03.20
It’s not the weekend yet, but that isn’t stopping you from wanting to hang out at a happy hour. It’s 5 o’clock somewhere, and after the week you’ve had so far you deserve a few hours of fun.

Jen Bem provides your horoscope Monday through Friday online and in b, the paper.

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