Horoscope for January 3, 2010

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)

•••• When you start zooming around, remember that not everyone has the same energy that you do. Clearly a friend or loved one might have a conflicting idea, but with the present confusion, you just might not be communicating. Find a midpoint of agreement. Tonight: Just be yourself.

Taurus (April 20-May 20)

••• Invite others over for a cozy get-together, but limit the number. Whether playing cards or catching up on news, it makes no difference. You simply enjoy being with this person. Loosen up and ask for help if you feel overwhelmed. Tonight: Make it early.

Gemini (May 21-June 20)

••••• Your ability to tell it like it is or to get past a hassle emerges. You could come off as cranky if you’re not careful. Understand where someone is coming from by detaching from your issues. You’ll suddenly get it. Tonight: Hanging out.

Cancer (June 21-July 22)

••• You still might be looking at the physical or material implications of an issue rather than the big picture. Your finances continue to be a concern to many of you. Restructure your budget accordingly. A discussion could be illuminating. Tonight: Think “Monday.”

Leo (July 23-Aug. 22)

••••• You can meet a challenge without great effort, be it playing racquetball or quashing a budding fight about nothing. You discover that there is a silver lining behind every hassle as you quickly see the positives. Others seek you out en masse. Tonight: Time to take a hard look at your finances.

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)

••• Honor a need for extra R and R. You could be exhausted by recent events and what is going on. Listen to your inner feelings. If you are suppressing annoyance or anger, it could be taking an additional toll on you. Decide to do otherwise. Tonight: Feeling better and better.

Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)

•••• Zero in on what you want. A male friend could be egging you on, whether you like it or not. Don’t let a situation become a problem. Tap into your ingenuity in order to neutralize a situation and allow someone to express more of his or her happy-go-lucky personality. Tonight: Get some extra zzz’s. Make it early.

Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)

•••• You might want to see a situation in a different light. Yet another person who has a tendency to be extremely authoritative could trigger you beyond belief. Curb a sharp tongue, as words said cannot be taken back. Tonight: Where your friends are.

Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)

•••• If you have plans to take off, get an early start. A family situation could be a source of tension. Getting a little distance between you and the issue could help you see both sides. A solution will come forward. Tonight: Sooner or later you must surface. Just get it over with.

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)

•••• A partner presents a completely different opinion. Listen to news with an open mind. You could be surprised. Remain light and easy when dealing with a key partner. Tonight: Feed your mind some candy — maybe a movie?

Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)

•••• Let others make the first move. Someone could be demanding or combative. You could be overwhelmed by what is going on, and it might be easier to pick and choose your company and what you want to do. Make it OK to say “no.” Tonight: Visit with a partner.

Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20)

••• Have you been putting off an errand or getting into a project? Use the moment to complete some of these trailing obligations. You will feel much better as a result, as you clear the air and get past lingering chores. Tonight: Consider an appealing offer.