Horoscopes by Holiday

In the spirit of the Aquarius sun, a simple tradition has grown into a celebration that unites generations, believers and skeptics alike. This Groundhog Day coinciding with the last day of Uranus retrograde, Punxsutawney Phil, the Seer of Seers, will once again take the spotlight. From a small Pennsylvania town to global fame, Phil's shadow has come to symbolize hope, curiosity and a dash of suspense.

ARIES (March 21-April 19). Don't confuse missing an absurdly high target with failure. You're playing a different game than someone setting modest, incremental goals. If you're going to dream big, make peace with the fact that big dreams come with big gaps between effort and outcome.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20). That "small issue" is way more complex than it looks and could turn into a big mess if you don't fix it quickly and completely. A clear, thorough response now, while it's still containable, will keep you from having to revisit this.

GEMINI (May 21-June 21). You feel like the protagonist in an antagonistic environment. You're resistant to joining a culture you don't quite understand or agree with at the moment. Don't let them put words in your mouth. Say it your way. Not loud, but clear.

CANCER (June 22-July 22). You'll be taking things to the next level. Are you ready to do this? Of course not. That's not how it works. First, you commit beyond your capability. Then, in the process of the work, your capability grows.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22). It feels good to achieve something, but today you're thinking a bit bigger than getting the job done. You're arriving at a new identity. Focus not on single achievements but on building the identity you want, day by day, choice by choice.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22). You'll be extremely content as you untangle a messy situation. This was caused by someone who isn't as practical and detail-oriented as you. You could place blame, but you'll give thanks instead.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23). A vibe is interesting. Follow-through is informative. Chemistry can write a convincing story very quickly. Watch what people do over time instead of letting a spark decide the plot. Wait to see how someone shows up.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 21). You needn't always use your own energy to get things done. Use energy from the outside, too, in the form of inspiring muses, helpers, teachers and tools. You also get energy from simply removing any friction with or resistance to reality.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21). Standing between the capers of the past and your wishes for the future, your mind feels taut and energized. So much creativity lives in this tension between memory and possibility. Linger here and write it all down.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19). A focus on home and daily life has you zeroing in on issues of sustainability. You're seeking habits that nourish you in the long term and organized systems that bring you freedom. A new guide will help.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18). A relationship will bring you playful, intelligent fun, shared language, shared history — heaven on earth. When two people are fully themselves, meeting without effort, it's a rare bond to treasure.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20). You let others who dominate conversations come away knowing a lot more about themselves than they know about you. Recognize when you're nearing the limits of your natural curiosity and veering into the territory of emotional labor.

TODAY'S BIRTHDAY (Feb. 2). Welcome to your Year of Astounding Social Accuracy. You are a master at seeing what is true and predicting what people will do. As you form alliances, strengths combine, comfort increases and pressures ease. More highlights: Prosperity comes incrementally as you learn, invest and work out the systems. Blood family and chosen family give a sense of deep belonging, and an abundance of stellar shared projects increases the skills and cohesiveness of the dream team. Gemini and Taurus adore you. Your lucky numbers are: 5, 29, 50, 1 and 45.

CELEBRITY PROFILES: Due to high demand, Shakira keeps adding dates to her world tour, keeping lips and hips on her truth-and-positivity mission. Like an Aquarius, the perennial pop star embodies progressive, forward-thinking energy, whether it's addressing heartbreak through music, adapting her career to new platforms or continuing her work as a UNICEF Goodwill Ambassador for humanitarian causes.

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