Horoscope: Jan. 18
Aries (March 21-April 19): Even your worst habits aren’t so bad. However, there is always room for improvement. Remember: What you do now creates your future self.
Taurus (April 20-May 20): Give your endeavors an extra personal touch. You’ll attract the attention of someone who appreciates the effort. The one who already likes you will desire you more.
Gemini (May 21-June 21): Love is partly about building a future together, but it’s mostly about the feelings you share in the present. As you make plans you both can invest in, stay in sync with the one you love.
Cancer (June 22-July 22): Beware of idle conversation that lingers and goes on forever. Short exchanges are best. Realize when the conversation is devolving and get out.
Leo (July 23-Aug. 22): It feels good to assert your independence. But there is someone who would rather you did everything with him or her. But this is neither possible nor healthy.
Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): There are certain social obligations that have lingered on for months now. Maybe it’s a thank-you card you didn’t write or someone you never called back. Do it now or forget it.
Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 23): Money isn’t everything. It’s an energy. It’s not the answer nor is it the question. Minimize its importance and then look at your financial matters once more.
Scorpio (Oct. 24-Nov. 21): It is difficult to perceive one’s own faults. That’s why it will be interesting to observe the reactions of others. You’ll get an excellent sense of what you’re doing right and how to improve.
Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Though it won’t help you to listen to every opinion you hear about you and your work, it also won’t help to tune it all out. Strike a balance. Hear only from those who have your best interest at heart.
Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Friends enrich your life by giving you many different points of view from which to see the world. There is no view that is more correct than another.
Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): You can make more money doing less work. Think before you dive into your duties. Prioritize carefully. Be open to new methods and tools.
Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20): Your relationships are a constant pleasure and duty. Your continued patience and devotion will be required. Loving another person is the challenge.
Today’s birthday (Jan. 18): You are both gentle and strong, and you will display both characteristics to great effect through the next six weeks. You’ll be promoted in February. March brings new friends and tender romance. Someone needs your help in May. You won’t try to make money from the arrangement, and yet you will be paid very well. Your lucky numbers are 5, 25, 51, 36 and 38.
Holiday Mathis writes her column for Creators Syndicate Inc. The horoscope should be read for entertainment. Previous forecasts are at latimes.com/horoscope.