SUNDAY HOROSCOPE

JANUARY 6, 2013 Remain optimistic while looking for upswings in both your personal and financial affairs in the year ahead. Adopting some positive convictions is one of the quickest ways to attract good things in ways you might never suspect.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) — Your enthusiastic nature is exceptionally contagious, and it won’t take much to get others involved in whatever interests you. However, you’ll be selective as to whom you enroll.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 19) — This could be one of those strange days when you might not do much right, yet everything will turn out OK. Work on something big while Lady Luck is with you.

PISCES (Feb. 20-March 20) — What makes you so effectively persuasive is your ability to isolate a key person and turn him or her into your ally. This person will convince others to join your cause.

ARIES (March 21-April 19) — Something you’re trying to put together with another has a good chance of succeeding if you plan your strategy while your mind is rested and, consequently, a bit sharper than usual.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) — If you’re required to make an important decision that is likely to have some far-reaching effects, try to make it now, while the aspects say your faculties are keenest.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) — You want to see things through to their conclusions, but sticking to any one project is another story. Today, however, chances are you will finish what you start.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) — Your sphere of influence is likely to be very pronounced, making a strong impact on most everything you do. You’ll even be able to solve some difficult problems with ease.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) — Don’t allow small, problematic distractions to disturb you. You’ll have a natural way of working things out for the ultimate good, regardless of hiccups.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) — If you’re not totally spent from the holidays, make an effort to make some quality time for activities that require physical and mental exertion. It’ll help revitalize your outlook.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23) — You could be rather fortunate where your material circumstances are concerned. The opportunity to profit from one of your many irons in the fire is quite high.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 22) — Bold leadership, good judgment and strong initiative can be some of your more dominating characteristics, and it’s one of those times when you might be motivated to use them all.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 23-Dec. 21) — Huge influences that you probably aren’t aware of will be stirring beneath the surface. When they do decide to emerge, they’ll prove to be materially lucky for you.

— by Bernice Bede Osol