Your Birthday for January 25, 2014

by Stella Wilder

Your Birthday | January 25th, 2014

Born today, you are one of the most daring individuals born under your sign, willing and able to give almost anything a try. Whether you like what you have done or not, you will always value the effort as a learning experience and something that has changed you for the better. You believe strongly in the notion of self-improvement, though you are not the type to engage in any sort of fad behavior in order to achieve it. You prefer to do your learning and growing out in the real world, where the results are far more concrete and lasting. This suits your overall penchant for authenticity.

You may at times find yourself sinking into depression, but the mere fact that you are aware of it can, in most cases, help you to recover from it very quickly. On those rare occasions when it really gets a grip on you, you can trust your closest friends to say and do the right things to help pull you out of the depths.

Also born on this date are: Alicia Keys, singer-songwriter and pianist; Patrick Willis, football player; Robert Burns, poet; Virginia Woolf, writer; Dean Jones, actor; Tobe Hooper, filmmaker; Corazon Aquino, Philippine president; Edwin Newman, TV news anchor.

To see what is in store for you tomorrow, find your birthday and read the corresponding paragraph. Let your birthday star be your daily guide.

SUNDAY, JANUARY 26

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- You're eager for things to be simpler and more streamlined, but that's not likely to happen unless you make it happen. Start now.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- You're working on a plan to improve performance in all areas, but you'll require the assistance of a trusted partner to see it through.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- Even in small doses, a certain something may be too much for you today -- and you know exactly what it is.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- The progress you are making at this time may be measured in large or small increments; what matters most is its qualitative value.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- You can keep an eye on things to be sure that all is happening the way it is supposed to happen. Your critical eye is quite keen.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- Focus on the little things; anything that you let slip by is likely to grow bigger very soon and cause some serious difficulties.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- Keeping your feelings to yourself may not be your best course of action; there are those who can listen without judging.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- You may be feeling rather vulnerable, but it would be a mistake to hide yourself away. Surround yourself with true friends.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- Things will ebb and flow throughout the day, but you can remain constant simply by standing your ground. Others can and will follow suit.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- You can expect others to be pulled into your orbit. If you know where you are headed, you can lead others successfully.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- You run the risk of overdoing it. Listen to the advice and warnings of those who have been in your shoes before.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- This is a fine time to offer something of value to someone to whom you usually pay little or no attention. A subtle shift is underway.

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Your Birthday for January 24, 2014

by Stella Wilder

Your Birthday | January 24th, 2014

Born today, you know how to put yourself in another's shoes, and while this is not an altogether uncommon trait -- especially among those who share your birth sign -- you are very likely able to turn it to your advantage and make a career out of feeling what others feel, saying what others want to say, and doing what others can only dream of doing. There is something of the poet about you, yet you are far more daring than many a poet. There is also something of the actor in you; you can be every bit as dramatic as an award-winning performer. Indeed, it may be a line of work you should explore.

You are likely to fall in love many times in your life, yet, for all that, the objects of your love may never become aware of your feelings. Rather like that elusive and retiring Cancer native, you have a habit of hiding your feelings away, secure in the belief that a hidden love is one that cannot be denied.

To see what is in store for you tomorrow, find your birthday and read the corresponding paragraph. Let your birthday star be your daily guide.

Also born on this date are: Ernest Borgnine, actor; John Belushi, actor and comedian; Neil Diamond, singer-songwriter; Mary Lou Retton, Olympic gymnast; Matthew Lillard, actor; Sharon Tate, actress; Aaron Neville, singer; Warren Zevon, singer-songwriter; Maria Tallchief, ballerina; Nastassja Kinski, model and actress; Oral Roberts, televangelist; Edith Wharton, novelist.

SATURDAY, JANUARY 25

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- You must be willing to speak for yourself, especially when what you have to say is something that only you can put correctly.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- You're not about to put up with pranks and other hijinks. Insist that others follow the rules and respect the position you are in.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- You seek a kind of interaction that is deeper than what you've been experiencing in the recent past.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- The emotional and the spiritual are likely to commingle today in a way that takes you very much by surprise. It's something that can evolve.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- A message from afar may have you packing your bags, but you don't yet know exactly when you will be able to take off on this new adventure.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- Others may think you don't care much about what goes on, but only because you are putting on such a brave front. Be genuine!

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- The real deal has you confused about an illusion you've been involved in over the past several days or weeks. You'll recognize the truth.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- You are not interested in anyone who is unwilling to deal with you in an honest, genuine fashion. Avoid self-deception, as well.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- Don't get used to the attention you've been receiving lately; very soon, it may be time for you to relinquish the spotlight.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- It's important for you to stay the course, especially since someone else may be trying to derail you. Personal issues are unavoidable.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- It's not your job to entertain those in your care, but you may not be able to resist the temptation to clown around just a little bit!

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- You may be conflicted about a situation that plays on your emotions in both a positive and negative way. A friend is closely involved.

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Your Birthday for January 23, 2014

by Stella Wilder

Your Birthday | January 23rd, 2014

Born today, you are one of those naturally empathetic individuals able to feel what another is feeling without any apparent effort at all, yet it is likely to be a cultivated skill that does, indeed, take a good deal of thought and practice. One of your greatest strengths is your ability to appear light, buoyant and effortless to the world at large while putting in a great deal of personal effort behind the scenes. Indeed, it will serve you well time and time again as you navigate difficult situations in a manner that attracts both wonder and admiration from those around you.

You are, as the saying goes, "a lover, not a fighter" -- and yes, you will do virtually anything to avoid escalating a conflict to the point of outright violence, whether physical, vocal or simply psychological. You would much rather blow kisses than throw punches, certainly!

Also born on this date are: Mariska Hargitay, actress; Ernie Kovacs, comedian and actor; Richard Dean Anderson, actor; John Hancock, politician; Princess Caroline of Monaco; Rutger Hauer, actor; Randolph Scott, actor; Edouard Manet, painter; Chita Rivera, actress.

To see what is in store for you tomorrow, find your birthday and read the corresponding paragraph. Let your birthday star be your daily guide.

FRIDAY, JANUARY 24

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- The necessary may not be the most desirable -- and vice versa. Right now, you should stick to that which you cannot do without.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- You think you've been keeping a secret from others, when in fact all you have been doing is misleading yourself. It's time to stop!

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- It's the little things that matter most, and a friend or loved one will let you know exactly what you are doing that is most appreciated.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- The new and unusual holds a special attraction for you. That which is most exotic may actually lead you to a moment of self-discovery.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- You may recognize something special in someone you have been taking for granted lately. Your relationship is developing quickly.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- You should reveal important information as early as you can today, in order to leave as much time as possible for personal adjustments.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- Someone may be trying to stop you from doing something you feel compelled to do. Study the circumstances; both perspectives are valid.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- Those closest to you will be able to support you in ways that increase in value as the day continues. Things continue apace tomorrow.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- You are likely to find inspiration in the most routine of endeavors today. As a result, you can win a new kind of admiration.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- You're interested in changing the way things are done, but you may be facing an obstacle that requires more personal reflection.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- Watch out for things that go "bump" today. Cliches of all kinds are likely to affect you more than expected. Certain things are unavoidable.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- It's a good day to try for something that used to be out of reach, but take care that you're not trying to be something you're not.

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