ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- Look at a competitive situation as a test to prove your ability and as a chance to advance. Turn frustration into determination, and take care of business.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- Don’t be too willing to share your feelings or to let others see your vulnerability. Work hard and finish what you start. Don’t give anyone a reason to complain.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- Get out of dreamland and look at situations realistically. Don’t let emotional situations slide because you don’t want to deal with sensitive issues. Tackle matters with swift determination.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- You’ll get wind of some information that probably isn’t accurate. Before you make a fuss or add to the problem, get your facts straight. Gossip will get you into trouble.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- Don’t lend or borrow money or possessions. Someone will take advantage of your generosity if you are too open about what you have. You can’t buy love or friendship.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- An emotional letdown will occur if you trust someone to take care of something you should be handling. Be ready to counter a last-minute change that someone tries to initiate.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23) -- One of your peers or someone you look up to will not give you a true picture of what’s going on at work, school or within a group you belong to.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 22) -- Go over details pertaining to your home. Making sure your papers are in order and up to date will help you avoid being caught off-guard with an expense you didn’t foresee.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 23-Dec. 21) -- Make changes for the right reason, not because someone is applying pressure or using emotional blackmail to twist your arm. Be kind but stern, and only do what makes you feel comfortable.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- Last-minute changes and unpredictable people will cause you grief if you aren’t prepared to cut them loose. You are best off doing your own thing.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 19) -- Something you loved to do when you were young will come back into your life. Take the initiative and find out how you can incorporate an old hobby or skill into your current lifestyle.

PISCES (Feb. 20-March 20) -- Stay on track. Your tendency to multitask will end up working against you. The process you use to get from one task to another should have a positive flow.

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- Don’t labor over what might have been. A good outlook will help you recognize what’s possible. Take responsibility for your future. Choose to be productive instead of complaining.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- Play to win. No matter what you do, it’s important to give your all and make your mark. You’ll be judged by your effort and your ability to get along with others.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- Matters pertaining to personal finance or legal or medical issues should not be ignored. A detailed look will reveal a noteworthy change that can save you time and money.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- Strike up a dialogue that will help you bring matters of concern to the forefront. Setting up new guidelines will enrich a relationship that has been waning.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- An opportunity that someone offers you will not turn out to be as lavish as it appears. Don’t fall for hype when you should be focused on your responsibilities.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- Making travel plans, attending business meetings and broadening your awareness regarding projects you want to pursue should be on your agenda. Make your own arrangements to avoid being shortchanged.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23) -- Make sure you are on the same page as the people you are dealing with today. Overspending to please someone or to keep the peace will only make matters worse. Make positive changes.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 22) -- An opportunity to visit someone you find interesting or informative will also help you make a decision that can change how or where you live or what you pursue.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 23-Dec. 21) -- Don’t wait for someone to complain. If changes need to be made at home or to a relationship, make the effort. Love and romance will improve your life.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- Don’t feel you must share your intentions with anyone prying into your personal affairs. Preparation will help prevent a friend, relative or peer from trying to dismantle your plans.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 19) -- Anyone trying to entice you into doing something that isn’t good for you should be pushed aside. Be firm and spend time with friends who have better morals and standards.

PISCES (Feb. 20-March 20) -- Look for a solution that has worked in other situations. A couple of alterations to the way you have done things in the past will prove to be successful.

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- Use charm, not bluster, to get what you want. If you try to manipulate a situation, someone will push back. Being friendly and open-minded will encourage others to try things your way.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- Put your emotional energy to work. Share your plans in order to drum up interest and hands-on help. A physical challenge should be met with ingenuity as well as brute force.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- Take care of your personal finances and anyone else's that you are in charge of. Staying ahead of your deadlines will help you avoid complaints and interference.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- A partnership will help you find your footing. Whether in your personal or professional life, having someone to share the ups and downs will bring out the best in you.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- Be careful how you handle emotional issues, especially if dealing with a co-worker. Don’t publicize your intentions or opinion. Work on personal growth instead of trying to change someone else.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- You’ll pick up valuable insight and information through using your skills to bring about change. What you offer others will lead to an interesting proposal.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23) -- The voice of reason will haunt you if you don’t make overdue lifestyle changes. Lower your overhead if possible, and discuss changes that need to be made openly.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 22) -- Make a point to nurture an important partnership. Having discussions to make sure you share the same concerns with co-workers and/or family members will help you avoid setbacks.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 23-Dec. 21) -- Try putting more effort into helping address the challenges that youngsters or seniors in your life are facing. Settling other people’s affairs will be rewarding.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- Stick close to home to get the most done. Avoid traveling, or dealing with relatives or anyone who might take advantage of you. Aim to stabilize your life to prevent chaos from taking over.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 19) -- Do the groundwork and don’t share what you are doing with anyone until you have had time to master what you are trying to accomplish. Personal change and inner growth are encouraged.

PISCES (Feb. 20-March 20) -- Stay poised and be ready to take advantage of whatever comes your way. Be energetic and enthusiastic to ensure that you get as much accomplished as possible.