For Thursday, Jan. 24:

This year you’ll want to avoid power plays at all costs. You might generate a lot of plans only to find that many of them will fall apart. If you are single, your nurturing style draws many people to you. If you are attached, dive into a new hobby with your sweetie.

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 have your fair share of hurdles to jump over at the present time, especially when someone suddenly becomes extremely controlling. Don’t play into this person’s games. Tonight: Mosey on home.

Taurus (April 20-May 20)

•••• Go with someone else’s suggestion. You might feel as if you cannot break through an associate’s resistance. Tonight: Discussions over dinner at a favorite spot.

Gemini (May 21-June 20)

•••• You seem to be acting as if another holiday is around the corner. Be smart. Rein in your impulsiveness and your desire to indulge. Tonight: Treat yourself to a favorite dessert.

Cancer (June 21-July 22)

•••• Your impulsiveness might carry you through a problem, but there is a strong likelihood that you could collide with someone. This person might be a partner who often gets into control games. Tonight: Charm works.

Leo (July 23-Aug. 22)

••• Take your time right now. You might be on overload and thinking through a lot of issues that all might be connected. Tonight: Do something just for you.

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)

•••• Meetings with groups of people and one-on-one interactions will allow greater success and more support. Brainstorming with others encourages greater involvement from all parties. Tonight: Only what makes you happy.

Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)

•••• Deal with an authority figure who often causes you a problem. This person can be very controlling, yet you must be responsive. Tonight: A must appearance.

Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)

•••• Know when enough is enough. Be willing to understand what is happening with a child or a loved one at a distance. Tonight: Let your imagination make the call.

Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)

•••• Your emotional nature takes over. Avoid getting pulled into a difficult situation. Tonight: How about a cozy dinner?

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)

••••• You could be surprised at what falls into your lap. The energy from an unexpected source will carry you through the day. Tonight: Go with the flow.

Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)

•••• Pace yourself. Know that some situations cannot be resolved; worrying about them is a waste of your time. Tonight: Get some exercise.

Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20)

•••• Your attention turns to a child or loved one who makes it clear that he or she wants your attention. You might be surprised at the cost of a token of appreciation. Tonight: Go with your feelings.