Aries (March 21-April 19): You have believed a certain adage to be true, and yet it was never represented in your life. Now the wisdom of the ages will take root in your personal experience.

Taurus (April 20-May 20): People think they can do what they see you doing, but it's a foolish thought. You may not even realize what your inherent talent and diligent practice have created.

Gemini (May 21-June 21): Revisiting happy memories from the past can infuse the present with a new sense of joy. What you came from never left you.

Cancer (June 22-July 22): Professional stability can never be guaranteed. Go for projects that make you feel good and speak to your sense of purpose, and you'll know real stability.

Leo (July 23-Aug. 22): Your capacity to adapt is what will set you apart in the near future. You make as many mistakes as anyone else. The difference is: You don't repeat yours.

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Sticking to the original plan won't work well. The adjustments that will help may be very slight, but they must be made in order to get to the goal.

Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 23): Your wheels have been turning with life's bigger questions. Self-reflection can be marginally helpful. You can't figure out who you are by thinking. It's only by doing that you learn what you're made of.

Scorpio (Oct. 24-Nov. 21): Your path to success is straightforward. There are three simple steps: Place yourself in the line of opportunity. Make your needs and wants known in an unemotional way. And let fate take its course.

Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): That person who makes you laugh and smile can also help you to access your higher mind. Being in good spirits inspires you to make the best, most positive choices.

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): If you do too much, you'll have sore, stiff muscles and be unable to move -- or the intellectual equivalent, you'll not care anymore about succeeding.

Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): You'll be surrounded by kind spirits, though maybe a bit mild-mannered for your needs. They'll support you, but they want you to do all the work.

Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20): You need some time to goof off. Otherwise, you'll have a sour attitude and a bleak outlook. That's not the headspace you want to be coming from when you're creating something as important as your life.

Today's birthday (Nov. 20): You will be inspired to try what hasn't been tried before. You will create your own work and then gently influence others to promote and/or pay you for it in December. Life is filled with wonders as you travel and gather experiences through the spring. Aquarius and Capricorn people adore you. Your lucky numbers are: 26, 40, 18, 32 and 7.

Holiday Mathis writes her column for Creators Syndicate Inc. The horoscope should be read for entertainment. Previous forecasts are at latimes.com/horoscope.