ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- Know what you want and don’t hesitate to share your plans. Change may not be welcome by everyone, but if it’s what’s best for you, get on with it.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- Finish what you start. Refuse to let emotional matters get in your way. Avoid gossip and don’t make a fuss. You need some time to yourself.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- Get firsthand information before you make a commitment. Knowing what you are up against will help you decide whether you want to participate. Diplomacy will be necessary.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- Do your own thing. If someone asks for help, offer suggestions but nothing more. Partnerships should be evaluated and changes made. Use discretion when dealing with sensitive issues.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- Believe in your ability to bring about change, and stay within your budget. Be willing to do the work yourself to cut your costs. A romantic gesture will make your day.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- You should take part in events that will provide insight into different lifestyles or beliefs. Make new friends, and apply what you learn to your everyday routine. Travel is encouraged.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23) -- Evaluate and adjust your current living arrangements. It’s time to address relationships that are one-sided or lack equality. Divvy up responsibilities to even out the workload.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 22) -- When in doubt, listen to an expert. Getting together with friends or relatives will be informative, giving you a unique perspective on how to best live your life.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 23-Dec. 21) -- Put your heart on the line. Discuss your feelings and plans. Not everyone will like your decisions, but the response will help you decide what’s best for you.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- Don’t let anyone taunt you into a debate. Socialize without bringing up matters that will fuel the fire. Walk away from anyone who pressures or bullies you. Focus on home improvements.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 19) -- Past mistakes will help you make a better choice. Do your best to eliminate bad influences from your life and replace them with people who have positive and healthy attitudes.

PISCES (Feb. 20-March 20) -- Be open about what you want, even if you know someone will oppose you. Facing sensitive matters head-on will help clear the air and give you the opportunity to move forward.

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- You’ll have trouble containing your emotions. Try not to overreact before you have a chance to gather the facts. Arguing will be a waste of time and will lead to regret.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- Don’t trust anyone to do your job for you. You’ll be disappointed in someone’s performance or lack of integrity. Surround yourself with people willing to work as hard as you.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- Don’t trust anyone offering the impossible. Concentrate on honing your skills and gaining experience. Self-deception will end up costing you emotionally. Protect yourself against being taken for granted.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- Find out all you can. Participate in events that offer something out of the ordinary or that will bring you in contact with people who have a different perspective. Listen and learn.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- Plan a short trip or get together with an older friend or relative who can offer suggestions based on his or her experience. A change will do you good and sharpen your mind and awareness.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- Your physical and emotional welfare should be monitored. A relationship will lead to disappointment. Keep a level head. If someone asks for too much, say no.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23) -- A change at home will create a problem. Don’t let anyone put demands on you. Take care of your responsibilities and make plans with a friend or do something relaxing by yourself.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 22) -- Taking a short trip to visit a friend or relative or attending a retreat will calm your nerves. Someone you encounter will intrigue you with an idea or proposition.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 23-Dec. 21) -- You need to adjust your lifestyle. Altering your current setup to accommodate someone you love to spend time with will lead to a long-term plan.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- Don’t feel you must do something drastic just because someone wants you to participate. Walk away from any offer that appears risky or even the least bit unsavory or unpleasant.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 19) -- Make a change to the way you look or how you live. The upside will be a positive personal gain, but the downside will be that someone disappoints you.

PISCES (Feb. 20-March 20) -- What you do for others will be tiresome but rewarding. Getting involved in a demonstration, volunteering for a cause you believe in or reuniting with old friends is encouraged.

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- Don’t get angry when you should get moving. It’s up to you to take care of your responsibilities and to protect your position and reputation. Finish what you start.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- Gather as much information as possible. Knowledge is power, and being able to use what you learn to your advantage will bring you closer to the success and respect you deserve.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- Get your facts straight before you voice your opinion. An emotional situation will escalate if you let someone from your past interfere in your personal life. Truth matters.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- Share your insight and offer suggestions. Getting involved in activities or events that will expand your association with people sharing your beliefs or heading down a similar path will be advantageous.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- Observation will help you get to know and understand your peers better. Discovering what others have to offer will put you in a good position. An unexpected change is heading your way.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- Travel, conferences, trade shows and communications are all favored. Let your intuition guide you when dealing with peers or people you can learn something from. Someone you least expect will disappoint you.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23) -- Domestic problems will surface. Added responsibilities will get to you, and criticism and demands will lead to a dispute. Take a break, relax and focus on personal growth.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 22) -- Sign up for something artistic, unusual or entertaining. The diversion will do you good and give you plenty to think about. Be open to trying something new.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 23-Dec. 21) -- A change will do you good. Make plans with a good friend or get together with colleagues to talk shop. Networking and focusing on getting ahead is encouraged.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- Apply your skills to accommodate new trends or look for diverse ways to use your services and attributes. Offering something unique will drum up interest and opportunity.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 19) -- Don’t let anyone talk you into taking on too much or coax you into doing something that is not good for you. Bad habits will be difficult to break.

PISCES (Feb. 20-March 20) -- Use your imagination when it comes to money matters. An opportunity to invest in something unique will result in personal gains and growth. Someone close to you will be evasive or disappoint you.