Horoscope: Feb. 4

Aries (March 21-April 19): Sometimes gossip seems like good naughty fun. Steer clear of the gossip mill, or someone could get hurt.

Taurus (April 20-May 20): Like a marble pulled by gravity, your next few moves will have a feeling of inevitability about them.

Gemini (May 21-June 21): Working yourself into a lather over trivial details was something you were once good at but aren’t anymore.

Cancer (June 22-July 22): It won’t be enough to saunter into a room. There is a time for cool, quiet confidence and a time to demand that people notice you.

Leo (July 23-Aug. 22): If you wonder why you’re tired, think back: You’ve been working overtime attending to the endless responsibilities of family engagements.

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): A white lie might be the kindest way to handle a difficult social situation. Don’t feel too bad if you come up with the perfect “out.”

Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 23): In order for things to go as planned, you’ll have to make adjustments this afternoon.

Scorpio (Oct. 24-Nov. 21): Your imagination is so keen, how can you be blamed for straying beyond the lines of reality? As long as the bills are paid, indulge your little inventor.

Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): You don’t think of yourself as an overachiever, so when someone refers to you that way, your surprise is genuine.

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): The new idea you’re cooking up may not be fleshed out, but the heart of it is solid. You’re going to have something a lot of people will want to be part of.

Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Checking out the competition is one thing, but don’t let appearances rattle your confidence. Your experience and tenacity make you a dangerous opponent.

Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20): People sometimes get on you for daydreaming. They’re just jealous of how you can escape to your own little world.

Today’s birthday (Feb. 4): This year, you find new ways to think and work. Instead of focusing on improving yourself, put your energy into knowing your strengths and using them. Sagittarius and Taurus people adore you. Your lucky numbers are 30, 15, 33, 1 and 14.

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