Horoscope: Jan. 6
Aries (March 21-April 19): Always up for a little adventure, you find someone who will give you a run for your money. The two of you will go to great lengths to outdo each other.
Taurus (April 20-May 20): You marvel at the glass-half-empty people because you see the good wherever you can. You’ll connect with a special friend who shares that gift.
Gemini (May 21-June 21): You feel like you’re somebody who never wins anything, but everyone is a winner eventually. You just have to keep taking chances.
Cancer (June 22-July 22): You wouldn’t want to escape reality completely, but you can dodge it occasionally. Taking a break from a long and demanding obligation can be the smartest thing to do.
Leo (July 23-Aug. 22): Your strong sense of ethics means you can’t help but frown where rules are broken. You will face a challenge involving the words and actions of a close friend.
Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Responsibilities invigorate you. Things are heating up, but that’s just when you feel most alive. Some people work best under pressure.
Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 23): Everyone seems to have picked you to be the friend they complain to. You are a master of listening to problems without taking them on.
Scorpio (Oct. 24-Nov. 21): No one can argue with your powers of conversation. You make language dance. Insightful without being overbearing, you’re a joy to be around.
Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Your personality is like a knife that can’t be dulled: always sharp, always shiny. Today you’ll bring a good bit of joy to someone who needs it.
Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): You wouldn’t call yourself a sentimental person, but today brings a syrupy mood. You might feel a little bit silly indulging your emotions, but from the outside, it’s a charming and attractive state.
Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Listening to bad news brings on a sudden realization: You can turn it off. Bringing negative energy you can’t change into your life is an exercise in futility. You have better things to do.
Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20): You have spent several months working on a project only to suddenly see it threatened from the outside by someone less competent than you. Don’t react emotionally. A proper course of action will shortly become clear to you.
Today’s birthday (Jan. 6): You’ll come into internal alignment this month, letting go of false reasoning and adopting new beliefs that help you attain your goals. A commitment will solidify your course. March brings a muse into your life. April features upgrades in your transportation. You’ll be seeing more of the world in May and October. Gemini and Virgo people adore you. Your lucky numbers are 8, 36, 2, 39 and 50.
Holiday Mathis writes her column for Creators Syndicate Inc. The horoscope should be read for entertainment. Previous forecasts are at latimes.com/horoscope.