Horoscope

Happy birthday: for Thursday, Jan. 12. This year you often wonder whether to respond to your feelings or to your intellectually driven thoughts. You will try both, until you find out which voice works best for you. If you are single, you have a strong magnetic quality that attracts many potential admirers. You might have difficulty choosing who, when and where. Just go with the flow. If you are attached, the two of you discover what a special year this could be. You seem capable of increased closeness and caring; your significant other can’t help but respond. LEO is always fun to hang out with.

Aries (March 21-April 19):

★★★ Good news comes via a close associate or partner. You probably will have to make a choice once you give consideration to the different possibilities. Your intuition guides you, whether you admit it or not. Tonight: Get an early start on the weekend. Let the wild child out.

Taurus (April 20-May 20):

★★★ You need to have an important conversation. Calls flood your desk during the daylight hours. You could be deciding which way to go with an emotional matter. You’ll hear news from someone at a distance. How much do you want to add to this conversation? Tonight: Nap first.

Gemini (May 21-June 20):

★★★ Let go of immediate concerns. You could feel overwhelmed by an already busy schedule, and you still might need to factor in some last-minute visits. Your sixth sense comes out when dealing with an authority figure; use your skills well. Tonight: Out and about.

Cancer (June 21-July 22):

★★★★ You might feel more rambunctious than you have in a while. While you might take a comment lightly today, recognize what would have happened if you had been in just a so-so mood. Take responsibility for something you’ve said. Tonight: Get into weekend mode already.

Leo (July 23-Aug. 22):

★★★★★ You’ll sense a shift in the wind that turns in your favor, and you will be right. You might have to jump through some hoops today to get where you want to go. You should be able to get through your to-do list. Your sense of humor comes out when confusion hits. Tonight: In the limelight.

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22):

★★★★ Use the daylight hours to the max. You tend to come off as bold, direct and efficient. What a deadly combo, especially if you are dealing with a serious matter. A new acquaintance might act strangely, which will stimulate the need for some deep thought. Tonight: Be naughty!

Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22):

★★★★ You feel ready to handle a personal issue, which might emerge when you least expect it to. Express your feelings in a meeting. You could get some diverse feedback. Sometimes, it all boils down to this: Which perspective do you like best? Tonight: Where your friends are.

Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21):

★★★★ You might need to rethink one of your basic concepts. How you handle a personal matter could radically change as a result. Others are emotional, to say the least. Don’t push yourself too hard right now. Even mental processing can be tiring. Tonight: Out and suddenly energized.

Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21):

★★★★★ After a heavy day of discussions, you’ll feel ready speak your mind. You might want to update your plans for the weekend. A trip out of town might be exactly what you need. Your sense of humor points out the confusion in a money matter. Tonight: Look beyond the obvious.

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19):

★★★★ One-on-one relating could take on a serious tone. You might be tired of repeating the same pattern over and over. As a result, you’ll opt to respond in a different way. By changing your approach, you will see a difference in how the other party responds. Tonight: Make it cozy.

Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18):

★★★★★ Your perspective probably will change because of feedback you hear from a partner or close friend. You might need to have a lengthy conversation about where you perceive a problem to be and what is going on in reality. Tonight: Go along with a loved one’s suggestion.

Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20):

★★★★ Your imagination is working overtime, which could force you to rethink a decision. You might not be sure which path is best for you. Use your creativity to go through the various options available to you, and focus on your priorities. Tonight: Do what you want.

Born today: Actress Rachael Harris (1968), actress Kirstie Alley (1951), actor Piolo Pascual (1977)