ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- Put responsibilities you took on behind you and cover your back when dealing with a critical or negative person looking for an excuse to make you look bad.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- Take on only what you can handle. If someone tries to intervene or put too many demands on you, push back. Learn from experience and say no to controlling individuals.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- Stay on top of technology and other breakthroughs that can help you advance. Make changes that will give you an edge and keep you ahead of any competition you encounter.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- Keep tabs on personal records and documentation. Enforce updates before licenses or benefits have a chance to lapse. Staying on top of matters will be necessary.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- Take hold of any situation you face and do your best to make changes that will encourage success. A positive attitude and willingness to change will put you in a leadership position.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- Taking care of other people’s affairs can be taxing, but if you do so out of love, you will get something very special in return for your time and effort.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23) -- Charm and diplomacy will help you deal with a difficult individual who tends to use aggressive and demanding behavior. Offer incentives, but don’t give in.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 22) -- An exaggerated version of what’s going on can be expected. Listen to what others have to say, and decide whether to use or pass along the information you receive.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 23-Dec. 21) -- You’ll own the moment and stand out if you follow through with your plans and promises. Engage in talks that will generate positive changes. A personal or physical change is encouraged.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- Emotional matters will escalate, pushing you to make a premature change or decision. Stop and consider the people involved or the consequences of your actions before moving forward.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 19) -- An emotional leap of faith can lead to trouble. Question what’s being asked of you before you agree to get involved, or someone will take advantage of you.

PISCES (Feb. 20-March 20) -- A suggestion will grab your attention. Find out more before you sign up for something that sounds too good to be true. Don’t spend money you don’t have.

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- Your reputation may be in jeopardy if you aren’t reasonable. Don’t let anger take the reins and lead you into a situation that could damage your personal or professional future.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- Listen to the voice of reason and someone who has more experience. What you learn will help you avoid getting involved in something that could put a dent in your wallet.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- Getting together with old friends will also bring back matters you left unfinished. Expect someone to remind you of something you’d rather not deal with or think about.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- Try something new or learn a new skill that will help you stay current with the latest trends. An interesting encounter will turn into an opportunity.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- Emotionally fueled spending is apparent. Instead of going shopping, work on clearing a space you can use to study, hone a skill or start a small business that will bring in extra cash.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- Look at every facet of a situation and the cost involved before you make a move. Don’t feel you must follow in someone else’s footsteps. Do what feels right.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23) -- An opportunity will not be as good as you’ve been led to believe. Don’t fold under pressure or agree to something without knowing the risk involved. Focus on personal growth, not on changing others.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 22) -- Expect travel delays or to be faced with opposition. Nothing will run smoothly, but if you are diligent and go about your business strategically, you will make progress.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 23-Dec. 21) -- Problems at home will leave you perplexed if you have allowed someone else to take care of domestic matters. A financial situation should be dealt with swiftly before it causes undue stress.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- Don’t take what others say to heart. Someone who lacks discretion can be silenced without nastiness. Dealing with friends and relatives will be difficult. Stick close to home.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 19) -- Weigh the pros and cons regarding how you earn your income. You may want to consider branching out and taking on something more challenging. Talk to someone with experience.

PISCES (Feb. 20-March 20) -- Look for a new interest, hobby or creative outlet. Being active will help support your emotional outlook and give you a sense of accomplishment and belonging.

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- Don’t pick a fight or let anyone goad you into a debate. Keeping a steady pace is your best option when dealing with controversy. Say little and do what’s expected of you.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- You’ll have the upper hand, as long as you speak up and take care of your affairs personally. Emotional energy will be running high, allowing you to take care of unfinished business.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- Go over your bills and financial statements before you donate money to a cause or commit to a purchase. Temptation will be intense when it comes to personal items that you can live without.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- Do your best to stabilize your position. Whether you are dealing with a colleague or someone you live with, aim to keep the peace.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- Know what something costs before agreeing to move forward. Overspending on items for your home will leave you in a quandary. Put a cap on your spending.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- Get pumped up and participate. Engaging in something that challenges you physically will lead to a wakeup call regarding your health. A change to your daily routine may be necessary.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23) -- Problems at home will affect your productivity at work and domestic relationships. Listen carefully, but don’t let anyone control or manipulate you.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 22) -- An investment you’ve been hanging on to will give you a financial boost. Take advantage of a good deal and make a move that will improve your life.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 23-Dec. 21) -- Put more effort into improving your love life or building a strong family unit to improve your long-term personal prospects. A shared adventure will bring you and another closer together.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- Tie up loose ends before moving on to downtime. If you leave something undone, someone will bring it to your attention and it will turn into a big deal.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 19) -- Emotional matters can escalate fast when someone you love is involved. Looking out for someone will be appreciated, but don’t take charge. Teach others to do for themselves.

PISCES (Feb. 20-March 20) -- Explore new possibilities, but don’t jump in without testing what’s being offered. Altering your lifestyle will result in setbacks if you aren’t fully prepared to make a change.