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Pythagoras believed the cosmos is ordered by mathematical harmony, the heavens echoing in a perfect ratio that a human might tune into, to ascend toward clarity of soul. He also believed that beans house souls linked with hollow stems to the underworld. The cosmic conjunctions are in eccentric Aquarius, recalling how brilliant minds contain multitudes.

ARIES (March 21-April 19). You're not trying to be unique or edgy -- it just so happens that you resonate with topics that many people haven't even heard of yet. It will be fun and fortifying to connect with those who share your interest.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20). You're starting to question your fit in an organization or a particular role. You're not exactly a fish out of water, but you may be a polar bear out of Alaska. The key here is to limit your time in the environment. Take lots of breaks. Is it possible to get a vacation?

GEMINI (May 21-June 21). These are stubborn conditions, and stubborn people populate the landscape. They have something to give, but you won't know what it is until you let go of what you want it to be. So instead of needing events to line up a certain way, you let go of expectation.

CANCER (June 22-July 22). Socializing will be about answering the very human need to be seen and heard. Your story is an evolving one and you tell it differently depending on who is asking. Today, someone new will be curious about you.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22). The mood at 10 a.m. is very different from the mood at 4 p.m. -- so different, in fact, you may feel like two different people. Does it help you to know it's not an uncommon phenomenon? The world asks a lot of "a.m. you," then "p.m. you" will ask a lot of the world.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22). You'll pull off complex plans with a simple approach: jump into and execute as you go. You're also well aware that not everyone has access to experiences like this, and you'll make the most of it.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23). You're touched by what's around you and you'll reconnect with possibility and a sense of aliveness. Just remember, no one comes into their own doing whatever everyone else does. Your artful approach will set you apart in the best way.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 21). Your work will be better for the obstacles you face today. A lull will give you the chance to consider the part that you usually do automatically. This is just what you need to make things better than ever.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21). You want a feeling you felt before, but for some reason it's not there. Don't force it. This is the new you, not the old you, and you are sensitive in other ways you have yet to learn about.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19). It's nice to have assistance and support, but if you don't get it today, you'll get something even better. You'll learn what you're made of. You'll dig deeper for your own true grit, which is the abiding resource that will never leave you.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18). The French culinary term "mise en place" will apply to your current project. Get all the elements ready for use. In cooking it means peeling, cutting and measuring your ingredients, but for your current project it's readying other resources, including your team.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20). Your imagination is active and responsive. You'll gather a subtle impression from a situation, then let intuition guide your decisions without overanalyzing. The day will arrange itself in supportive ways.

TODAY'S BIRTHDAY (Jan. 22). It will be fun to know you inspire envy along with the other benefits your hard work reels in this Year of the Big Finish. You'll be crossing the metaphorical finish line with several projects and goals, and the prize comes in money and position, hearts won and security attained. More highlights: cash through something simple, fun gatherings and beautifully supportive friendships. Aries and Capricorn adore you. Your lucky numbers are: 38, 42, 11, 4 and 18.

CELEBRITY PROFILES: An accident on the set of "Flavor Town Food Fight" put Guy Fieri in a wheelchair for several weeks, but it didn't stop him from directing kitchens from the sidelines to create beautiful meals, including his family Thanksgiving. The gregarious Aquarius Food Network star was born when Mercury was also in the people-loving sign of Aquarius. He continues to captivate audiences with his vibrant personality and culinary expertise. His natal Moon in Scorpio adds the perfect spice to his dynamic presence.

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