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Horoscopes by Holiday for January 31

Regardless of our individual choices, to some degree we are all affected by the society we live in, a fact that becomes more noticeable as Saturn sails backward through Libra. He forms a tense angle to that distant dwarf planet Pluto, in a square that helps us recognize how we contribute to the problems — and solutions — of the planet.

ARIES (March 21-April 19). Enjoy the simple pleasures of normal life. So what if they smack of conventionality? When nothing unusual happens, this is a blessing. You'll relax into a normal routine, and the comfort you find there is healing.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20). Your inner world needs attention, which you can only give once you shut the door on the outside world. You will do well to address your personal concerns while they are small.

GEMINI (May 21-June 21). You are at liberty to spend your time however you want to spend it. It feels perfectly lovely to go about your day with an air of nonchalance. There is nowhere you have to be. You are free.

CANCER (June 22-July 22). Everyone you meet will treat you in the gracious manner you prefer. This has something to do with the compassionate smile you are wearing, even when there is nothing in particular to smile about.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22). You will think of several ways to make your life easier, all of them worthy of implementation. Make a list, decide which are the best ideas, and then tackle the top three. You make astounding progress in the course of a day.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22). Investigate support groups. Not because you need anything in particular, but because you deserve to be cared for and listened to in the manner you so generously provide for others.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23). Someone is keeping track of your comings and goings. It's nice to know that others are watching out for you, although perhaps it's a little annoying to have to answer for yourself so often.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 21). You will perform a skill that will have everyone amazed. Your ability to do so seems like no big deal to you. It's not hard when you know what to do. But figuring that out takes years of practice.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21). Guard your private life, and protect your schedule. If you let it, life will come crowding in. A mundane act such as opening your e-mail has the potential to take you down a joyless and time-consuming path.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19). You're in just the mood to handle the sticky parts of life.

Honesty is your ticket. And you're bold enough to say what's on your mind without flinching or bending to the expectations of others.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18). You want to feast your eyes on something spectacular and rare. You can't be blamed for wanting to experience beauty, and your desire alone might be enough to make it happen.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20). You'll spend time with someone who highlights your soulfulness. Together, you'll tumble into precious moments of depth and seriousness and then rise out of them just as easily with hearts as light as helium.

TODAY'S BIRTHDAY (Jan. 31). You may feel like you've been yanked around by life's circumstances recently, but now that all changes. Every cell in your being realizes that you're in charge. You decide where you're going, and others help to make sure you get there. June brings a teacher. With great discipline, a goal will be reached in August. Gemini and Virgo people adore you. Your lucky numbers are: 20, 14, 33, 4 and 17.

FORECAST FOR THE WEEK AHEAD: The planets in the outer reaches of our solar system are noted by astrologers for their affect on generations of humans and society at large. The latest aspect of note is a square between Saturn, which is sixth from the sun, and Pluto, the ninth luminary of our discovery. This square started back in September of 2009 and will continue to be felt for months to come, but it becomes exact this week. The microcosm of your life doesn't always line up as neatly with the macrocosm of society at large as it will this week. You won't have to be very observant to notice that others share your problems, plans, preferences and pleasures. You are not alone in the world, that's for sure. When you focus on each issue you face in life, one by one, chances are you can easily find one who shares the plight in question. The same goes for your blessings. You are not alone, no, but you are unique. Your particular culmination of talents, traits and troubles is like no one else's. As you apply yourself to the task of healing your own life, hold an awareness that as you do, you are altering the course of all of humanity for the better.

CELEBRITY PROFILES: Justin Timberlake is not only a popular artist; he's also among the most philanthropic celebrities, as well. Last year, his celebrity status helped to raise millions of dollars for the Shriners Hospitals for Children. Aquarius is the water bearer, the symbol for giving help and life-sustaining resources to those who need them. Timberlake has his natal sun and Mars in Aquarius.

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