HOROSCOPE

Aries (March 21-April 19): Today will present a “try before you buy” situation in the form of an item or an idea you can play with awhile before it’s decision time.

Taurus (April 20-May 20): Steer clear of the “amateur therapy zone,” in which under-qualified people are overtly attempting to fix emotional matters. Leave it to the professionals.

Gemini (May 21-June 21): It is easier to be kind and loving when you feel safe. That’s why erecting an imaginary bubble of psychic protection around yourself will help your interactions.

Cancer (June 22-July 22): You won’t shy away from confrontation; rather, you’ll strive to face it the most effective way you can find.

Leo (July 23-Aug. 22): It’s a little weird when spending your money becomes a group activity. However, weird can be good.

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): A great thing about today is that it won’t be necessary to categorize your thoughts in any terms other than “helpful” or “not helpful.”

Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 23): You are stepping into the gravitational pull of a different sphere of influence. It could be an idea, project or attractive interest that draws you ever nearer.

Scorpio (Oct. 24-Nov. 21): There will be a strong inclination to rate yourself. If you must, then grade solely on what you’ve learned.

Sagittarius (Nov. 22Dec. 21): Maybe you don’t really have bad habits after all. Maybe you just have a few versions of yourself vying for ultimate power over you.

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): You are always creating yourself, but most efforts you make are quiet and internal. Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): You feel limited in a situation,

but it’s unclear whether these limits are real. The only way to know is to test them.

Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20): The kind of change you want doesn’t just drop down from the sky or naturally occur if you wait long enough. It has to be made.

Today’s birthday (Jan. 23): You’ll see loved ones more often this year, and your days will be improved by friendship. February shows a financial breakthrough. March brings romance and creativity in abundance. A craving for freedom will lead you to new places and experiences. The skill you pick up in June will continue to enrich you for years to come. Aries and Virgo adore you. Your lucky numbers: 6, 10, 5, 30 and 43.