For Friday, Jan. 27

Those with birthdays today: You might want to think through your actions this year, especially when they involve difficult people in your life. Try to walk in another’s shoes more frequently. With understanding and nurturing, you will gain even more compassion. Professionally, you are a star this year. Promotions, pay raises and the limelight await you if you put in the needed effort. Spend time by yourself meditating and thinking. Recharge your batteries as frequently as you can in this very demanding but successful year. If you are single, you are likely to meet someone late fall or winter. If you are attached, your relationship needs tending. Your sweetie might not always be so easy. CAPRICORN reads you cold.

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 could feel pressured by others. Remember, you always have the choice of how to respond. You could be rather overwhelmed. Make an effort to be understanding. Tonight: Out and about.

Taurus (April 20-May 20)

¢You will be hard-pressed to understand what is going on with others. Investigate options, but a key door might still be closed. Be easygoing, and you will get the answers you want. Tonight: Opt for something different.

Gemini (May 21-June 20)

¢Work with someone carefully. You have a way of making comments that could be misinterpreted easily. You have a lot of creativity. Your gentleness is demonstrated through nurturing and care. Tonight: Togetherness.

Cancer (June 21-July 22)

¢Fatigue could be impairing your decisions. You could make a costly financial mistake. Stop and take your time when dealing with others. Creativity could easily be mistaken for risking. Tonight: Be easygoing.

Leo (July 23-Aug. 22)

¢You might not intend to rain on someone’s parade, but you will anyway. Opportunity stems from your positive behavior. Actions speak louder than words. Tonight: Take some time off from your busy social schedule.

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)

¢You are full of fun and liveliness. Allow your playful behavior to emerge instead of being a downer. Be positive, and others will be happy to relate to you. Tonight: Find fun.

Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)

¢Your family and home come first. Take actions to add to your present security. Express your gentle behavior. Your warmth bubbles forward and warms up others. Tonight: Run errands on the way home.

Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)

¢You are all smiles. Others naturally respond to you, with the exception of a boss or a contrary person in your life. Remember that you cannot change others. Tonight: Join pals for a Friday gathering.

Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)

¢You might be pushing the line without even realizing it. If you listen to what isn’t being said, you might understand more of what is ailing someone close to you. You might need to be more careful with your spending. Tonight: Indulge friends.

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)

¢Someone might not have everything he or she is suggesting. Use a grain of salt in viewing those around you. Deal with others positively. Eye the long-term. Tonight: Where your friends are.

Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)

¢Listen to news that comes from a boss, parent or someone else you respect. Deal with a problem with concern and care for everyone involved. Tonight: Time for you.

Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20)

¢Stay call-oriented and on top of a problem. If you take your time and find facts, you will understand a lot more. Investigate alternatives. Kiss rigidity goodbye. Tonight: Where your friends are.