HOROSCOPE

Aries (March 21-April 19): Observation is your cosmic gift of the day. No one will accuse you of missing the forest for the trees.

Taurus (April 20-May 20): How far should you take an idea? Test the concept. See what you can do without investing much. If it’s a good idea, you’ll get a sign.

Gemini (May 21-June 21): Use your loud, clear voice; write in big letters. You’ll be dealing with people who can take anything you have to give, so give it straight.

Cancer (June 22-July 22): You’ll sweat through the discomfort, through the inconvenience, through whatever mood descends. This is what it takes. Leo (July 23-Aug. 22): When facts come to light or memories resurface, there’s a reason. Don’t discount anything.

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): You love your people, but you don’t always want to talk to them. You need time to yourself. Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 23): You’re an extroverted introvert, meaning you’ll avoid being rude though you prefer plenty of time to yourself to recharge.

Scorpio (Oct. 24-Nov. 21): The pile of paperwork needs your attention. Same with a pile of emotions. There’s nothing too awful in either pile, so reach in.

Sagittarius (Nov. 22Dec. 21): You’ll commit yourself without an ounce of regret or reservation. Your confidence will attract friends and followers.

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): You’re wise not to start on anything without a plan. It may take several hours to plot out the journey ahead, and this will be time well spent. Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Practice empathy, which has no words. It’s receptive. It holds open an emotional catcher’s mitt. It receives with kindness.

Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20): You’ve been the frequent recipient of spontaneous kindness, and now you’ll be paying it forward.

Today’s birthday (Jan. 5): The big, beautiful life that’s unfolding is something you couldn’t have predicted or controlled. Your interests will multiply, which will have a similar impact on your social life. In February, your trust and friendship change a life. Your work will be immersive and fascinating in April beginning a financially bountiful trend. Scorpio and Capricorn adore you. Your lucky numbers are: 5, 27, 9, 33 and 40.