ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- Size up your professional position and consider how to make gains. You can garner greater approval through your response to a volatile situation. Discipline and honesty will pay off.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- Try giving back to society and see what happens. Getting involved in a cause that you care about will bring you closer to a solution that serves you well. You can't complain if you don’t take part.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- Concentrate on how you can improve your assets in order to get ahead. Don’t trust anyone to take care of your responsibilities. Use your intelligence and stamina to advance.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- Short trips that offer insight into different ways of doing things will be beneficial. Partnerships will face some hardships requiring unusual solutions. Be willing to compromise.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- Personal improvements will give you the competitive edge and confidence you need to forge ahead. Personal gratification will be yours if you work hard and believe in your abilities.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- Listen to the people you encounter at community events. Be a participant and make a difference. There are causes out there that need your help, and groups that could use your presence.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23) -- You must take what others are telling you seriously. You stand to gain by the information you receive. Don’t allow your emotions to take you in a direction that you’ll regret.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 22) -- Changes you make at home will add to your comfort and encourage you to indulge in something you’ve wanted to pursue for some time. Your insight will be uncanny.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 23-Dec. 21) -- Look beyond familiarities and delve into something that makes you more aware of the changes you want to make to improve your life and personal situation.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- If you think deeply about what’s happened in the past, you will discover a way to get around a sticky situation that someone is pushing you toward.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 19) -- An opportunity will develop to make money or to invest in something that will give you greater freedom to explore your skills and talents. Call in favors to ensure your success.

PISCES (Feb. 20-March 20) -- Helping others without taking on too much or overdoing it will be difficult. Make suggestions, but don’t feel obliged to shirk your responsibilities to help someone else get ahead.

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- Live your dream. Don’t deny yourself the right to get ahead. Choose to be in control, and make your decisions based on what’s best for you. Personal improvements are favored.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- Leave nothing to chance. Use your talent, skill and experience to help you gain respect and the confidence of those who could help you advance your plans.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- You may have a good idea, but your timing is questionable. Consider ways to build on what you have in mind before you tell your plans to the people from whom you wish to receive assistance.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- Give yourself a chance to discover something new. Taking part in cultural events or classes that make you more self-aware and mindful is favored. Master your people skills.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- Take a big step forward. Bring about the changes that will make you happy. Expand your horizons, friendships and mind. Network with others and learn from the people you encounter.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- Trouble at home will arise if you don’t discuss your plans with the people who will be affected by your decisions. Emotions will flare up if you aren’t fair.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23) -- Face challenges head-on. Be willing to bring about change that will make your life better. Making a move, following an educational pursuit and nurturing important relationships will be in your best interest.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 22) -- Discussions will lead to controversy, but in the end, a unique solution will be found. Don’t shy away from sharing your feelings if you want to bring about positive change.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 23-Dec. 21) -- Turn your focus inward. Learn from your mistakes and refuse to get involved with infamous individuals trying to take advantage of your good nature and generosity.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- Rely on your insight and experience to avoid conflict. Head in a direction that feels comfortable and safe instead of giving in to pressure and someone’s unpredictable force.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 19) -- You can live the dream if you use your intelligence and ingenuity to maximize what you have to offer. Make romance a priority if you want your personal life to improve.

PISCES (Feb. 20-March 20) -- Keep a close watch on your co-workers and employer. Gather information that will help you outmaneuver anyone who tries to get in your way.

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- A personal agreement will open new emotional, financial and professional possibilities for you. Love and romance are featured, along with a positive lifestyle change. Expand your mind and your interests.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- Get together with people who add to your happiness. Doing things with children or a good friend or taking part in a retreat geared toward promoting awareness will add to your growth.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- Reach for the stars. Set personal goals and don't slow down until you are satisfied. Make a commitment to settle down and make improvements to your lifestyle.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- Don't overdo it. Trying to impress someone with what you have will be a waste of time. Stay focused on offering help and suggestions, not on trying to buy acceptance.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- Make a commitment. Choose to be a part of something big. Indulge in what makes you happy and brings you greater satisfaction. Choose to conquer your fears and achieve your goals.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- You'll face opposition at home if you refuse to compromise. Relationships take work and cooperation from everyone involved. Don't be the one to cause problems when you can be the one to resolve them.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23) -- Partnerships and relationships with the people who make your world go around are highlighted. Make a commitment that will lead to greater stability and long-term security. Romance is featured.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 22) -- Deception regarding how the family finances are being used will come as a surprise. Do your best to find a solution without getting into an argument about bad choices.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 23-Dec. 21) -- Emotional deception when dealing with outsiders is apparent. Spend time with and rely on people you know you can trust to help you improve your life.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- Avoid situations that require drastic measures. Impulsive actions will not serve you well. Be prepared to walk away from anyone or anything that makes you feel uncertain.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 19) -- On your mark, get set, go! Don't look back or hesitate. Make your move with confidence in order to accomplish everything you set out to do. Personal improvement can be done.

PISCES (Feb. 20-March 20) -- Emotional situations will put you in a precarious position. Don't feel that you must prove anything to anyone. Stick to your own devices and avoid interference and peer pressure.