Horoscope: Jan. 14

Aries (March 21-April 19): You’ll feel a connection with someone from a distance. You can deepen the connection just by wondering about what makes it so.

Taurus (April 20-May 20): You were born innocent, and in many ways you are innocent still. Though it may be fun to discover how the magic trick works, it’s far more fun to believe.

Gemini (May 21-June 21): You’ll be an excellent judge of character, but the question is whether you will follow what your inner voice suggests. You must let go of needing the situation to go a certain way.

Cancer (June 22-July 22): You have a greater effect on those around you than you realize. If you can be more aware of your effect on others, you will realize the perfect next step in your plan.

Leo (July 23-Aug. 22): First take the time to decide what will be the best thing to focus on. Then get to work. You will break through another restriction. It’s a small victory, but it’s an important one.

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Ask for introductions. A friend who shares his connections with you is sharing one of the most valuable assets of all. Be sure to show your appreciation.

Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 23): Mind readers will be scarce. Ask for what you want. You’ll be surprised at who can deliver it. Tonight, a friend’s excellent sense of timing will favorably affect you.

Scorpio (Oct. 24-Nov. 21): It may seem that you are being held back from tasting the fruits you so deserve. The best person to remove the spiritual obstruction in your path is you.

Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): You’ll be the top dog. It means you have to make decisions for the rest of the pack. It’s simply a matter of using your instincts.

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): You’ll indulge someone in a one-sided conversation. You won’t mind hearing this person go on and on about him or herself. And in the end, you’ll learn something truly interesting.

Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): You’ll be presented with a tempting opportunity that sounds a little too good to be true. Indeed, there’s something unscrupulous about the arrangement. Your caution is warranted.

Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20): Though your working philosophy is in line with the thinking of many others in your field, some of your methods are quite unorthodox. That’s why you’ll get some extra and fantastic attention today.

Today’s birthday (Jan. 14): You have a secret wish to rise to the top position in your sphere, and this year will ready you for that eventual responsibility. Assistance, knowledge and resources come to you over the next seven weeks. Love is your priority in April. Investment brings good fortune in September. Your lucky numbers are 49, 51, 29, 17 and 32.

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