Horoscope

Happy birthday: for Saturday, Jan. 7. This year you have a way of looking at issues in their entirety, which allows resolutions to come forward more quickly. Others admire your ability to digest the bad with the good. If you are single, you are unusually attractive to potential suitors. Fall 2017 could be one of the most romantic periods of your life. If you are attached, the two of you work on the quality of your interactions together. There is the possibility of a new addition to your family. TAURUS is earthy and revealing when around you.

Aries (March 21-April 19): ★★★ You might want to stand up to someone who sometimes acts without caring about others’ feelings. Use your instincts, but understand that you are unlikely to change how this person acts and/or behaves. The only person you can change is you. Tonight: Keep it loose and easy.

Taurus (April 20-May 20): ★★★★★ You won’t hesitate to let someone know how you feel; however, you might not like his or her response. You know the controlling nature of this person. Tap into your imagination for ways of easing the pressure and creating a less reactive atmosphere. Tonight: In the limelight.

Gemini (May 21-June 20): ★★★ You might want to let someone reveal his or her true colors. Before you say anything, do some processing. Be appreciative for the glimpse you get into this person’s soul. If your comments are critical, you won’t get to know him or her completely. Tonight: Not to be found.

Cancer (June 21-July 22): ★★★★ You could feel inordinately challenged by another person. Try not to react too strongly; just take in everything you are hearing. Know that the information is likely to change later. Understand that this person is trying to provoke a response. Tonight: Whatever you want.

Leo (July 23-Aug. 22): ★★★ You could be unusually stubborn right now. Let go, and make the most of the present circumstances. You will be a lot happier that way, as will those around you. Intensity marks your choices. Others feel more comfortable in your presence. Tonight: You are the lead player.

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): ★★★★ Read between the lines when dealing with a person who seems distant. This person might come off as defensive, but know that it has nothing to do with you. Don’t take any of his or her actions or comments personally. Tonight: Consider traveling in the near future.

Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): ★★★★ You could be more connected to a personal matter than you want to acknowledge. The sooner you deal with your side of this issue, the happier you will be. Taking responsibility for your involvement might be uncomfortable, but it is necessary. Tonight: A cozy evening.

Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): ★★★★★ Reach out to someone with whom you have not spent much time as of late. Use the moment to fix this problem and make fun plans. It is likely to be a memorable day. Don’t forget to return certain calls before you take off. Tonight: Accept an intriguing invitation.

Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): ★★★★ Get into a project that has been on the backburner. The sooner you deal with it, the happier you will be. Each time you avoid it, the issue becomes larger and larger. You don’t want the problem to escalate any further. Tonight: Slow down the circus for a little while.

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): ★★★★★ You might be more challenging than you realize. Try to withhold your judgments and relax. Accept this person rather than criticize him or her. Avoid a tendency to be negative. Accept that part of you, and it will become more silent. Tonight: Make fun your highest priority.

Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): ★★★★ If you can entertain from your home, you will be much more comfortable. Though you love people, parties and visiting, you could find slowing down the pace to be quite a relief. You also will have plenty of time to socialize to your heart’s content. Tonight: Make a favorite meal.

Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20): ★★★★ Don’t try to make a situation less important than it is. Make the most of a visit, and catch up on a loved one’s news. You are likely to become quite excited when you realize what juncture of life this person is at. Tonight: Hang out with friends.

Born today: Journalist Katie Couric (1957), actor Nicolas Cage (1964), singer Kenny Loggins (1948)