ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- You can expect a gift, winning or financial gain to come your way. Invest in your skills and don't settle for anything less than what you want. Negotiate wisely.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- Talks will lead to new deals, knowledge and the chance to engage in something novel. Business trips will pay off, and expressing your ideas will persuade others to jump on board.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- Approach joint ventures with caution. Don't get drawn into unrealistic plans that you cannot afford. A child or loved one will use emotional manipulation to get your attention or financial help.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- Don't get into financial disputes. If someone wants you to invest or spend money, take a pass. Put your effort into your own creative ideas and improving your home and family.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- Take a break, and sign up for a relaxing or stress-relieving activity. Romance is highlighted, and planning upcoming projects and trips with someone special will bring you closer together.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- Attend functions that allow you to share ideas with your contemporaries. Making a kind gesture will leave you feeling good. Refuse to let someone you love use emotional blackmail or guilt tactics.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23) -- Time is of the essence. Work quietly behind the scenes to avoid interference. Change is necessary, but how you go about it will be crucial. Don't let anger dominate your mind.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 22) -- Mull over your plans and consider locations, organizations and people who could contribute to your success. Make connections and establish your strategy. A change at home will be misleading.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 23-Dec. 21) -- Focus on home, family and the changes you can make to ensure that you are ready to head into the new year with greater optimism and stability. Romance is highlighted.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- Take the safe route and pay attention to detail. Financial choices must be handled shrewdly, especially if emotional issues are involved. Don't donate or lend money. Invest in yourself, not someone else.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 19) -- Check out new investment or business prospects. Avoid purchasing a product that promises the impossible. Focus on personal improvements that are a result of proper diet and fitness.

PISCES (Feb. 20-March 20) -- Don't share personal secrets. Getting involved in gossip or meddling in someone else's affairs will lead to trouble. Innovative ideas will lead to good fortune. Don't overspend when trying to impress someone.

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- Listen carefully before you offer your opinion. You'll end up in an argument if you are too quick to judge. Put more effort into personal gains than into helping someone else advance.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- Business meetings, interviews or updating your resume will pay off. A short trip will result in knowledge that will help you advance. Romance is in the stars.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- Someone's motives will be questionable. Don't do something just because someone else does. Pick and choose what you want to do based on your skills. Practicality and reason will help you avoid loss.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- Partnerships, your personal environment and the initiation of unusual but beneficial changes are highlighted. A discussion with someone you love will lead to solid plans. Romance will spice up your life.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- Don't be afraid to ask for help. A new acquaintance will make a difference to the way you approach someone or something that can alter your personal or professional future. Embrace change.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- Socializing, networking or checking out an interesting project will help you come to an important decision. Positive changes at home can be expected if you are up front about what you want.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23) -- If you volunteer to help a cause you believe in, the people you encounter will brighten your day and encourage you to make the changes that you've been putting off making.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 22) -- An emotional situation will be a telltale sign regarding the way someone feels about you. Listen, but don't respond until you have a solid suggestion or compromise.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 23-Dec. 21) -- Stick close to home and work toward making your surroundings more convenient and comfortable. Avoid taking on responsibilities that don't belong to you. React from the heart.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- Don't waste time arguing when you should be expanding your interests and looking for investments and projects that are exciting, challenging and beneficial to your career.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 19) -- Partnerships should be questioned if you feel apprehensive. Make a point to go over your options and not only look at the facts, but follow your heart as well.

PISCES (Feb. 20-March 20) -- Keep an open mind, but don't let anyone talk you into something that doesn't feel right. Offer suggestions, but refrain from making cash donations or lending money or possessions.

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- If someone is giving you a hard time, the best way to handle the situation is to present yourself and what you do with confidence. Put your best foot forward.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- Give friends and loved ones your undivided attention. Sharing ideas and making social plans will boost your morale and inspire you to do well. Focus on activities that give you pleasure.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- Reminiscing can be enlightening, but don't live in the past. It's important to learn from experience so that you can move forward in a positive manner.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- Don't let a physical challenge tire you out. It's important to take care of your health. Use your intelligence to ward off any negative influences or argumentative people.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- Put an end to old habits. Find something you enjoy doing that will contribute to your health and wellness. Once you get started, it will be easy to reach your set goal.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- Mix and mingle. Listen and contribute. You have a lot to give and plenty to gain if you participate in events that offer both personal incentives and a different point of view.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23) -- Pace your every move and keep your opinions to yourself. Avoiding an altercation with someone is in your best interest. Use your energy to make personal physical improvements.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 22) -- Whatever you do, give it your all. Put your skills and knowledge to the test and offer to do something extraordinary for a friend, relative or loved one.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 23-Dec. 21) -- Invest more time and effort into honing your skills and planning your next move. You can bring about positive change, but first you have to have everything in place.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- You will be appreciated and rewarded for all the little extras you do for friends and relatives. You'll be offered information that will benefit a cherished cause.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 19) -- Make your health a priority. Sign up for something that will challenge you physically. Express the way you feel in order to resolve a matter that concerns you.

PISCES (Feb. 20-March 20) -- Check in with people from your past who you feel can contribute to something that you want to pursue. Help is just a phone call or email away. Romance is highlighted.