Capricorn might not be aware of being admired

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Updated: February 16, 2012 8:05AM

Sunday, Jan. 15, 2012: This year you could be more keyed in to your career and public image than you have been in a while. Others often don’t understand your motives, as you keep a lot close to the chest. It is clear that you have unusual leadership qualities. If you are single, a relationship could form out of a misunderstanding. You will need to juggle a lot of demands if you are attached. If you involve your significant other in some of your outside commitments, your bond will warm up. LIBRA understands much more than you think.

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)

★ ★ ★ ★: As a proactive sign, you often assume the lead. Stop for the day. Let others make the first move. At the same time, by allowing them to be more dominant, you learn more about the individual in question. If you’re confused by someone’s message, ask questions. Tonight: Continue today’s theme.

This Week: Togetherness is the theme; however, on the other person’s terms. You just might not cooperate.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20)

★ ★ ★: You might have had a project on the back burner. Now is the time to pull it out and get going. You might be surprised by how much you complete. Don’t let a misunderstanding become anything more. All quarreling is about creating distance. Tonight: Time to relax.

This Week: Others prove to be challenging. You can deal with them, but what do you want as the end result?

GEMINI (May 21-June 20)

★ ★ ★ ★ ★: Your creativity opens up. Should a disagreement occur, pull out of the immediate, give up being right or wrong, and let go. You don’t want to make more of this sniveling than need be. Tap into your creativity for answers. Tonight: Let your hair down.

This Week: Put your nose to the grindstone and work. Only mid-Thursday might the pace lighten up.

CANCER (June 21-July 22)

★ ★ ★: Stay close to home and honor how you feel. Don’t let a talk take on connotations that really aren’t there. Involve yourself in a favorite activity or two. Listen to feedback. Tonight: Anchor in.

This Week: Focus on an issue, and you’ll come up with a solution quickly. Dig into work midweek.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22)

★ ★ ★ ★: Initialize talks rather than speculate. Honestly understand where others are coming from. Don’t be surprised if there is a misunderstanding between you and another person. Don’t jump the gun trying to resolve a problem. Tonight: Happily hanging out.

This Week: You enter a period in which you want to spend more time at home. Only Thursday do you feel like spreading your wings.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)

★ ★ ★ ★: You could be slightly overwhelmed by everything that is happening in your immediate circle. There is no reason to put up with a disagreeable situation. However, others could be surprised by your sudden reaction. Your creativity blooms if you let go and relax. Tonight: Live for the moment.

This Week: Open up to new ideas. Brainstorm and communicate. You’ll discover just how many possibilities exist for you.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)

★ ★ ★ ★ ★: You have it in your power to put the kibosh on any problem that comes your way. Once you straighten out a misunderstanding, everything flows as you would like it to. Wherever you go, the people you run into sincerely enjoy your company. Tonight: Act as if there is no tomorrow.

This Week: Curb the green-eyed monster that lies within. Use self-discipline with spending. Thursday, your demons settle down.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)

★ ★ ★: Taking a day just for yourself isn’t a sin. Everyone needs his or her private time. A misunderstanding isn’t all that serious. You might be making mountains out of molehills. Think positively, and look toward resolution. Tonight: Do your thing.

This Week: Monday you hit your most powerful period this month. You are on a roll, as it lasts through Thursday.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)

★ ★ ★ ★: Friends surround you. There is no reason for you to be upset or angry. Just talk through a misunderstanding. Why ruin a close to spectacular day? The only thing that is mandatory is not to isolate yourself. When the fun starts, it will be difficult to end. Tonight: Going to the wee hours.

This Week: You could feel off until Thursday. This, too, will pass, as you will see.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)

★ ★ ★ ★ ★: You might not be aware of how others admire you. The way you handle a confusing if not difficult matter demonstrates your innate instincts. Bring family together for a fun game or movie. Tonight: Enjoying the people you are with.

This Week: Move on a vital issue Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and/or a good part of Thursday.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)

★ ★ ★: Listen to the whisperings around you. Your ability to get past an insecurity emerges. Be willing to let go of the trivial issues of life and enjoy the moment and those around you. Someone at a distance shares his or her good feelings. Tonight: Choose a new spot for dinner.

This Week: Assume the lead early on. The sooner you do, the better the results.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20)

★ ★ ★ ★: A partner chooses to be much closer and more open after you ride through a misunderstanding. Recognize that neither of you are wrong and you simply have different ways of thinking. Benefit from rather than criticize the differences. Tonight: Go with a loved one’s choice.

This Week: Allow your mind to be your best resource. Understanding — intellectually and emotionally — comes forward.