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The way we present ourselves tells people how we want them to see us and gives suggestions as to what to do with us. This is just the way of the material world. Maybe we don't like to give labels, but we must because processing is impossible without them. To keep things from falling into chaos, the world demands a taxonomy. Today's decisions meet the demand.

ARIES (March 21-April 19). As security guards know, a good part of the job is just staying awake. To passively wait around for something to go wrong is to risk being drowsy when it's time to activate. Do the rounds. Check things out that don't appear to need it.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20). You wonder if there's a better use of your energy and talent to be mined. When a challenge is a good fit for you, you feel it. You just know. Your native capacities will rise to meet the moment.

GEMINI (May 21-June 21). The perks of being honest about what you want and really going for it are many. There's a wonderful stability and freedom that comes with following your true path. And today you'll find support in unexpected places.

CANCER (June 22-July 22). You are so conscious of needing to earn your way, you sometimes hold back from going for what you really want. Pretend you don't need a reason. Pretend that you being you, and wanting what you want, is enough. What then?

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22). There's a difference between helping because you want to and feeling like you must because no one else will step up. Service feels like a burden when it's expected instead of appreciated.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22). The potential for failure is part of what makes the journey worthwhile, and by allowing yourself to fail or succeed on your terms, you redefine what's possible and create space for your full expression.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23). Anyone who tries to make you believe you don't have options probably isn't presenting your best one. The first step in claiming your power is recognizing in what ways you are free and able. The next step is in noting your points of leverage.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 21). Hindsight is always 20/20. You made a choice with the information you had at the time. Don't let the weight of judgment land solely on your shoulders. You did your best in the moment, and that's what matters most.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21). Prioritize your needs without guilt or apology. Step into your power as someone who chooses rather than merely reacts. Keep building a life that honors your worth; you're setting the tone others will soon sing to.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19). People have a different reaction to you than you're accustomed to. This is proof that you're stepping into a new role. Over time, people will adjust to new dynamics -- or they won't. Either way, you'll be freer.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18). You'll boldly break the ice, be quick to respond or be first in line -- moves that lead to a position of favor, not despite their intrinsic risk, but because of it. To initiate takes courage. Famously, fortune favors the bold.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20). You know what it means to be loyal to others, but loyalty to yourself is something you embody unthinkingly to tremendous effect. Loyalty helps you keep nurturing your talents, advocating for yourself and following through with projects to the end.

TODAY'S BIRTHDAY (JAN. 31). You'll succeed spectacularly in your aims to use your talent to make a difference. Witnessing your work, people will be moved to joy, tears, action and financial contribution. More highlights: A fortuitous reversal, travel reunites hearts and begins beautiful new relationships, too. You'll make bright and novel contributions to a group project. Virgo and Sagittarius adore you. Your lucky numbers are: 3, 31, 39, 46 and 12.

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