Horoscope: Jan. 5
Aries (March 21-April 19): Your ideas about a relationship will not completely match the ideas of another. But there is enough common ground upon which to build something mutually agreeable.
Taurus (April 20-May 20): You’ll have a stylistic choice to make between what is cool and what is functional. Only you can know whether it’s more important for you to be cutting edge or practical in this matter.
Gemini (May 21-June 21): Your vigilant efforts prove you are vital and relevant. But it’s your stillness that will count for more today. Knowing when not to act is the true test of wisdom.
Cancer (June 22-July 22): Is it possible that you have an aversion to fun? Your recent decision to forgo your whims in favor of working suggests that “fun” is low on the priority list. Consider whether it should be.
Leo (July 23-Aug. 22): Though of course you know that you are responsible for your own life, it seems as if someone else is having more than a fair share of influence over it today. Draw the line.
Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): When you change your direction, others must adjust -- or get run over. Honor their process. Some people take a long time to process change.
Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 23): You’ll be taking on the most challenging opponent of all: It’s Optimistic You versus Pessimistic You. Before Optimistic You can win, you must believe that winning is possible.
Scorpio (Oct. 24-Nov. 21): You will increase your involvement in a mostly thankless effort. It’s not because the others you serve deserve more of you. It’s because you like who you are becoming in this process.
Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Maybe you don’t currently feel like dancing, but turn up the tunes and get moving anyway. Nothing helps you forget your worries like a little rhythm flowing through your body.
Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): You can be relentless. But today there’s a moment of doubt in your resolve. It’s actually a sign of strength. The highest achievers know self-analysis is a hammer that fashions the strongest confidence.
Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): You are capable of greatness, but only when your heart’s in it. Be open to inspiration. The spark to ignite your next all-out effort is close at hand.
Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20): Generally, you like being busy, but you’ll carve out the quiet time necessary to make sound decisions. Your pacing will be flexible today as you respond to your surroundings.
Today’s birthday (Jan. 5): The year will be paced beautifully. You get exactly the degree of intensity in love, personal challenge and work that you can gracefully handle. Your powers of analysis lead to success in February. Fitness is a priority in June; you’ll look and feel your best. Aries and Taurus people adore you. Lucky numbers are 10, 3, 33, 25 and 15.
Holiday Mathis writes her column for Creators Syndicate Inc. The horoscope should be read for entertainment. Previous forecasts are at latimes.com/horoscope.