­For Wednesday, Jan. 11:

You could find this year rewarding, especially your dealings with one specific person. Trust and closeness will walk hand in hand. If you are single, you could have one friend who becomes very close. This person also could become a romantic tie. Do be careful not to become sloppy in other areas of your life, as you might be consumed by relating. With diligence, your work life will become more fulfilling close to your next birthday. Leo can be helpful with money.

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 understand passion and extremes better than many people. Your ability to flex emerges, even with a difficult person. Tonight: Midweek break.

Taurus (April 20-May 20)

••• You might want to check out an investment or handle a matter that is personal. Accomplish or handle only what you must. Tonight: Anchor in.

Gemini (May 21-June 20)

••••• Keep conversations flowing, and worry less about others’ responses. Don’t lose yourself; remain your own person. Tonight: All smiles.

Cancer (June 21-July 22)

•••• Be willing to change directions. If you don’t try or explore this opportunity, you could be sorry at a later date. Tonight: Treat yourself well.

Leo (July 23-Aug. 22)

••••• You beam, and another person cannot help but come toward you. A serious matter needs to be dealt with, no matter what else might be going on. Tonight: As you like.

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)

••• Be sensitive to others. At present, your ability to feel seems to be enhanced. Tonight: Make it quiet.

Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)

••••• Zero in on what you want. A meeting or conversation reminds you to get rid of negativity. Tonight: Celebration feels right.

Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)

••• Take a stand, yet know that someone else might be right too. Your instincts point to how to deal with a boss or someone instrumental to your life. Tonight: A force to be dealt with.

Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)

••••• Keep reaching out for someone at a distance. You might want to investigate an option that involves travel, dealing with someone very different and/or taking a course. Tonight: Try something new.

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)

••••• Deal with a partner directly. He or she will appreciate the direct contact from you. Tonight: Visit over dinner.

Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)

•••• Defer to others. You want to investigate the potential that lies between you and another person. Tonight: Go along with someone else’s choices.

Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20)

••• Sometimes your routine dominates — much like today! You are able to sneak in a very rewarding conversation. Tonight: But make sure you take a small risk.