Horoscope: Jan. 19
Aries (March 21-April 19): You may feel a bit behind your colleagues or friends. This is just the way it is sometimes. Remember when you were ahead? In the end, the race is you against you. Accept, even enjoy, your current position.
Taurus (April 20-May 20): It is difficult to give loved ones the best parts of your concentration. But doing this today will benefit your relationships immeasurably. You will be cemented in the hearts of others.
Gemini (May 21-June 21): Your body is your greatest tool. Take extra good care. That may mean buying food that costs a little more. If you have to go out of your way to find or prepare healthful food, do it.
Cancer (June 22-July 22): You are an emotional creature, sensitive to other’s feelings. Hopefully, the people around you are getting along. If not, it will be necessary for you to choose more cheerful company.
Leo (July 23-Aug. 22): Think ahead. Build margins of time around each thing you do to account for potential mishaps. Make sure you have enough flexibility in your schedule to respond to new opportunities.
Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Being rich is a state of mind. Though there are shiny things you could buy to enhance your image, you’ll be most attractive as you express yourself through natural energies.
Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 23): Cynicism may seem funny. Sarcasm has a place, but it’s not going to help you get what you need today. Stick to the positive and constructive.
Scorpio (Oct. 24-Nov. 21): If you are striving to join a group or make headway in a new career, this is an auspicious day. A handshake is the beginning. Your intelligent questions will create an opening.
Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Your instincts will be keener, and just in time. It benefits you to discern between those who are true friends and those who are simply being nice because they want something.
Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Steer clear of those who seem to place others below them. An attitude of self-importance will be a huge turnoff. Conversely, humility is ever so attractive.
Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): You will do more with less. This especially applies to your professional life. There might be a corner to cut or a way to save.
Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20): You will hit a run of good fortune. It springs up seemingly from nowhere. However, this is no coincidence. Your luck correlates to a favor you did for someone in the past.
Today’s birthday (Jan. 19): You assert your independence this year and prove you are the best one to make decisions for you. February starts a relationship that benefits several areas of your life. There’s a chance to make extra money using your talent in April. Convenient living arrangements will be made in June. Aries and Gemini adore you. Your lucky numbers are 7, 30, 16, 33 and 41.
Holiday Mathis writes her column for Creators Syndicate Inc. The horoscope should be read for entertainment. Previous forecasts are at latimes.com/horoscope.