Horoscope: Dec. 30 - Jan. 5

A demonstration of power in leadership will be respected and welcomed by those looking for a beacon of hope as long as it's done the right way. Any ruthless efforts at control will be rejected. Follow a traditional path to make them feel secure. Those in command or high places need to take some responsibility for their orders or actions. Key people rise to prominence or appear in public as replacements for others. Expectations are high into the new year. Put added effort into plans and recovery. Re-evaluate situations to improve them; adapt to changes. Take a trip. Happy New Year.

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  Capricorn (Goat: December 22 - January 19) Heather Zais reveals this week's astrological forecast.
  Aries - Take time to explain your position and what you plan to do. Others need reassurance.
• Taurus - New or unusual information requires a decision or conclusion. Take responsibility for it.
• Gemini - Dig out important papers or documents. Jointly held money or assets need review now.
• Cancer - Pull strings behind the scenes. Get help from authorities to avoid any confrontations.
• Leo - Team up with like minded individuals for greater progress. Decide who leads or is "Boss".
• Virgo - Surprise communications alter plans for you or others. Complete any necessary duties.
• Libra - Trips or moves turn out no matter the reason for them. Take care of closure or endings.
• Scorpio - What you say or do has an effect on present circumstances of yourself or associates.
• Sagittarius - Your power grows in financial matters. Take the reins in anything jointly shared.
• Capricorn - Your leadership qualities show through and others look up to you. Keep secrets.
• Aquarius - Influential connections empower you. Investigate or do research to get some details.
• Pisces - You are included in the inner circle or invited to demonstrate your expertise. Go for it.

This article is written by or on behalf of an outsourced columnist and does not necessarily reflect the views of Castanet.