Horoscopes

For Wednesday, Jan. 8, 2003:You might want to try a stronger approach or do something totally different this year. Focus on what you want, not on what others expect. As a result, you will gain both professionally and emotionally. Through networking, you will be able to make what you want happen. You will gain through communication and hard work. Your professional image will evolve with a promotion and/or a pay raise. Be willing to take a course to enhance your expertise in your chosen field. If you are single, you will meet someone in your day-to-day travels. Friendship might develop first. If you are attached, your relationship will benefit through excellent communication. Aries can push your buttons.

The stars show the kind of day you’ll have: 5-Dynamic; 4-Positive; 3-Average; 2-So-so; 1-Difficult

Aries (March 21-April 19)

  • You gradually feel better and better as the day gets older. You will be able to express your deeper feelings when you take a more universal view. Tonight: As you like it.

Taurus (April 20-May 20)

  • The daylight hours favor you. Understand someone better by being willing to express your deeper needs. Talk, rather than guessing. Take nothing for granted. Tonight: Get some extra zzz’s.

Gemini (May 21-June 20)

  • Handle professional matters in your usual dynamic manner. Sometimes you push someone away when you least intend to. Schedule a meeting for later in the day. Tonight: A midweek break.

Cancer (June 21-July 22)

  • Make an effort to read between the lines. Reach out for experts. Take the lead in a meeting or with an important project. Tonight: A must show.

Leo (July 23-Aug. 22)

  • An associate whispers in your ear, making a big difference in what might happen. Don’t hesitate to find an expert or get feedback from someone you respect. Tonight: Try something different.

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)

  • Your efforts make a difference to others. You get feedback that might surprise you. Your creativity surges. Tonight: Togetherness works.

Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)

  • You know what you need to do and will get it done, despite major distractions. Schedule meetings and other interpersonal dealings for the end of the day. Tonight: Sort through your offers.

Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)

  • How you approach someone could make all the difference in the end result. Your humor lightens up work and helps others get the job done. Tonight: As late as you need to go.

Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)

  • Use your famed ingenuity to get a project moving. You might need to psych yourself up, as well as someone else. Let the good times flow. Tonight: Play away.

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)

  • Someone makes an enormous effort. Think clearly about your long-term desires. Tonight: Happy at home.

Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)

  • * Think carefully about your finances. Don’t make a fast decision; rather, evaluate the pros and cons. Seek out an expert to get feedback. Think of the long-term gains. Tonight: A favorite spot.

Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20)

  • Your happy ways take you in another direction. Consider more carefully options that surround a loved one at a distance. This person might need your help. Balance your checkbook. Tonight: Treat a loved one.