­For Wednesday, Jan. 18:

This year you juggle personal issues and friendships proficiently. Internally, you might be on the verge of a transformation in your life. If you are single, the person you choose today might not be suitable in a year. If you are attached, be patient with your sweetie, as he or she is adapting to your adjustments. SAGITTARIUS makes an excellent healer.

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)

••••• Your fiery style and lively nature might not come out immediately. How you approach a problem and what you do with it could change radically. Tonight: You need a night of fun.

Taurus (April 20-May 20)

••• Sometimes it is a pleasure to allow another person to zero in on your priorities and take the lead. Why not? Tonight: Try someone else’s idea of fun.

Gemini (May 21-June 20)

•••• You could be taken aback by a situation. Nevertheless, you are able to deal with it once you get your bearings. Tonight: Go along with another’s plans.

Cancer (June 21-July 22)

••• Pace yourself. You could be surprised by what you hear, most likely from someone in authority. Remain confident that you have the wherewithal to handle this issue. Tonight: Let your hair down.

Leo (July 23-Aug. 22)

•••• The morning finds you in a funk, but one that leaves quickly. You will be delighted by midafternoon, when a challenge perks you up. Tonight: As you like it.

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)

••• In the morning, make calls, schedule meetings and, at the same time, breeze past a problem with ease. If you don’t allow a situation to become a big deal, it won’t be. Tonight: Home is where the heart is.

Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)

•••• If you want to get past a financial barrier, the time is in the a.m. Otherwise, you could be overwhelmed by what might be on your plate. Tonight: Where the action is, of course!

Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)

•••• Use the a.m. for anything important. You are energized and can see the many different sides of an issue. Tonight: Your treat.

Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)

•••• Though in a funk when you wake up, by the end of the day, you are a shooting star, not to be stopped. You could surprise a child or loved one with your effusive self-expression. Tonight: Others seem to sway with your desires.

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)

•••• If you are going to succeed in a key venture, the first part of the day is best. By late afternoon, you need some downtime. Tonight: Get some extra R and R.

Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)

•••• You handle a lot and, in the long run, you succeed, complete and/or do whatever is necessary today. Make time for a personal project, too. Tonight: Work with a surprise.

Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20)

•••• Look at the big picture. Once you detach from a difficult situation, you’ll feel better. Tonight: On top of your game.