Is that a lightbulb above your head, Aquarius?

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Updated: February 25, 2012 8:01AM

Tuesday, Jan. 24, 2012: You have an opportunity for a new beginning in several areas of your life. You find that often you have difficulty understanding new concepts because of a very tight belief system. If you are single, it might be difficult to maintain that status. If you are attached, your significant other cannot get enough of you. A fellow AQUARIUS is independent like you but very different in other ways.

The stars show the kind of day you’ll have: 5-Dynamic; 4-Positive; 3-Average; 2-So-so; 1-Difficult

ARIES (March 21-April 19)

★ ★ ★ ★: You might want to touch base with others before a meeting. Make sure you all are on the same page. For the most part, if everyone has the same objectives, a flow exists. Information gathering needs to continue.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20)

★ ★: Take a stand and acknowledge what is going on behind the scenes. You have the ability to get together with others and clear out a problem. Your intuition combines with leadership, and new skills emerge. Trust your instincts.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20)

★ ★ ★ ★: Reach out for someone at a distance. Your ability to clear out a mess, to think differently and to resolve issues evolves. Have you been toying around with taking a class, or perhaps a mini vacation? Schedule this event. if not now, soon.

CANCER (June 21-July 22)

★ ★ ★: Work with someone directly before making a judgment. Much more is going on than you think with this person. Your impressions might be askew, therefore you will not be able to trust what you believe “should” happen.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22)

★ ★ ★ ★: Others test the waters to see how much give you have. Listen to what is being shared, knowing the story is slightly slanted. Maintain a sense of humor, and you might even have fun dealing with the situation. Try not to let on that you read others as clearly.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)

★ ★ ★ ★: Your ability to grow past an issue can determine your success. Don’t get fixed on the same issue when approaching many different situations. Let go and believe there will be a solution heading your way.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)

★ ★ ★ ★: A serious attitude could prevent some of the exchanges necessary for you to be more creative and dynamic. Ask yourself: What am I trying to accomplish? Realize that your life goals might be better served by an upbeat attitude.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)

★ ★ ★: Mentally or even physically, you are at home. A domestic situation might dominate. You know when enough is enough. A light attitude allows a different type of interaction. Clear out a personal matter to release your mind and increase your focus.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)

★ ★ ★ ★: Your friendlier side emerges, despite a difficult situation involving a friend or associate. Let go and you might see everything fall into place. As long as you resist, so will others. Make necessary calls, squeezing in a chat or two with a friend.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)

★ ★ ★: Be aware of the costs of proceeding in such a different mode. Others might not feel as secure as you would like. Weigh the pros and cons once more before acting on a decision. The decision is neither right or wrong.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)

★ ★ ★ ★ ★: Creativity increases. You easily could come up with the nuggets of a great idea. Do not hold back, as you have a receptive audience. Be open, yet present your thoughts with flair. Someone cannot resist you.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20)

★ ★ ★: Know when to say less and think more. Your ability to separate reality from wishful thinking needs to emerge. You might be wishing more than gathering information. Continue being an observer.