FOR RELEASE: THURSDAY, JANUARY 26, 2012 by Holiday Mathis on Creators.com

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The Pisces moon highlights the need for a higher love in our lives. While it's lovely to have the energy of friendship and romance flowing through life, there are deeper levels of goodness at work in the world that can only be accessed through profound compassion, remarkable sacrifice and spiritual connection.

ARIES (March 21-April 19). You'll let go of the past and turn toward the future. You have a sense that tomorrow will be better, and you're right about that. Free yourself to hop on a trend, move with the forward thinking and experience the unusual.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20). The events of the day highlight your softer emotional side. Progress depends on listening closely to the voice of your intuition, which can be perceived through the muscles of your body.

GEMINI (May 21-June 21). Your first impression will be on target, though you may forget about it as a relationship develops. So write down your thoughts now, and tuck them away to review later. It will make things more interesting.

CANCER (June 22-July 22). Objectivity will be necessary. There will be a reason to practice the Zen art of detachment. Better to pull back emotionally than to let your feelings overpower your usual good judgment.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22). The ideal teacher makes you feel good about yourself and empowered to act. A mentor will be most helpful now, as there will be a problem to solve, an attitude to adjust or a habit to cultivate.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22). There are times when your subconscious mind may be more powerful and a lot sneakier than your conscious mind. That's why it helps to get in touch with what you're going through at the deeper levels of thought.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23). Fun and socializing will help your professional life, but only if you're getting to know the right people. Go where you feel welcome to be yourself. If you have to pretend in order to fit in, it's not a good fit.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 21). You'll be an inspector of sorts. You'll notice what needs to be fixed and report on what you see. The problematic area might be in your own life or someone else's. In the latter case, use discretion.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21). There are special and interesting features of your life that you may want to share with the people close to you. In order to remember the topics of conversation you most want to bring up, make a list.

CAPRICORN (Dec.

22-Jan. 19). You may be bored for a short time, until you realize that your environment, no matter how stale it may seem, is always a playground for your physical and mental exploration.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18). Carefully choose your business and personal allies. You don't have to put them through a test to recognize the good ones. You're savvy and street smart enough to know who will be good for you.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20). Your good luck will center on the helpful people in your life, including partners, acquaintances, teachers, counselors and clergy. Ask for attention from these types, especially by posing interesting questions.

TODAY'S BIRTHDAY (Jan. 26). You'll be happy with the progress of relationships, and feelings deepen through February and March. You'll be strong in business this summer. Be sure to invest in your own fun times, as well. You may have extra expenses involving travel and entertainment in July. Family will appreciate your generosity. Cancer and Capricorn people adore you. Your lucky numbers are: 9, 11, 3, 39 and 6.

SCORPIO 2012 AT A GLANCE:

JANUARY: Put off making a decision until you're absolutely sure which option is right for you. When in doubt, do nothing. FEBRUARY: The company you keep will affect the quality and quantity of your work, so stick near the winners. MARCH: It will feel best to be in the middle of the action, learning what is necessary to make a venture great. APRIL: Creature comforts will take on added importance, and you'll be thinking about your financial security, as well. MAY: The full moon in your sign on May 5th favors your love life. JUNE: You'll lay down roots with the people you love. JULY: You'll celebrate a solid accomplishment that took years of diligent and faithful work to achieve. AUGUST: Mars enters your sign stirring ambitions and sparking ideas. SEPTEMBER: You'll be motivated to take a leadership position. OCTOBER: Saturn and the sun offer you new confidence. You'll do something you've been meaning to do for a long time. NOVEMBER: Mercury retrograde in your sign will mix up the communication systems. DECEMBER: Venus in your sign will inspire you to beautify your surroundings. Your refreshing sense of style will make a strong impression.

CELEBRITY PROFILES: Aquarius natives are known for their humanitarian efforts, and often the generosity of spirit extends to the animal kingdom. Such is the case with Aquarius comedian, talk-show host and awarded humanitarian Ellen DeGeneres, who regularly helps animal charities such as The Gentle Barn, a home and hospital for animals that have been abused.

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