ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- Be careful who you get involved with. Offering help is admirable, but being taken advantage of is likely if you are too trusting of someone who is a smooth operator.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- A day trip will do you good. Visit a trusted friend and you’ll be offered good advice regarding a personal situation you face. Invest your time and money in yourself, not someone else.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- You’ll have plenty of good ideas, but before you take action, check regulations and fees that may deter you from moving forward too quickly. Get firsthand information.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- Beautify your surroundings or make physical changes that will enhance your appearance. Plan an evening out with someone special. Establish your intentions and discuss future plans.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- Don’t live beyond your means trying to please someone who expects too much from you. Ease your stress by altering the way you live and how you handle your money.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- Explore new places, and what you see and who you encounter will inspire you. A change to the way you live will lead to less stress and greater happiness.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23) -- Put your energy to work for you and make the changes at home or to your lifestyle that are long overdue. If you want something, go after it.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 22) -- It’s OK to do things differently, as long as it doesn’t deplete your bank account. Someone who offers a different take on life will inspire you to regroup and make changes.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 23-Dec. 21) -- Communication will be your strong point. Negotiate on your own behalf and you will come up a winner. Pose incentives to offset competitive offers. A day trip or meeting is favored.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- Watch what others say, do and offer. Don’t be afraid to initiate a change if it will help you outmaneuver someone trying to upset what you are trying to achieve.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 19) -- Don’t give away your secrets or let someone see your vulnerable side. Walk away from anyone who is a poor influence or who is likely to cost you emotionally or financially.

PISCES (Feb. 20-March 20) -- Use your persuasive talents to get the help you need. Money or a gift will come from an unusual source. A personal relationship will change the way you move forward.

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- You can make a difference if you attend a rally that addresses a cause you believe in. Don’t let someone else’s uncertainty deter you from doing what’s best for you.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- Look for opportunities that will bring about positive change. Be prepared to walk away from situations that could cause damage to your reputation or status. Focus on self-improvement.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- Make plans with friends or relatives you haven’t seen in quite some time. Share information and you’ll come up with ideas that will improve your life.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- Home improvements, family gatherings and personal changes will help to stabilize your life. New ideas or concepts can be integrated into an important partnership successfully. Romance is highlighted.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- Observe what’s going on around you quietly. If you make a fuss or engage in a debate with someone who overreacts, it will be difficult to reverse what transpires. Offer kindness and understanding.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- Personal changes will turn out well. Incorporate a new health regimen into your everyday routine. Proper diet and exercise will do wonders for your appearance as well as your attitude.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23) -- Take on tasks that have been left undone. Neglecting to live up to your promises will leave you subject to criticism. Limit your spending and don’t lend or borrow.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 22) -- Pay closer attention to the way you look and feel. Make adjustments to your lifestyle to ensure that you maintain good health. Ward off bad habits and distance yourself from excessive associates.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 23-Dec. 21) -- Change the way you handle your money or earn your income. Invest in yourself and your ability to get ahead. Don’t let someone from your past take advantage of you.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- You’ll be offered an interesting tip that will help you make a change you’ve wanted to make for some time. A personal relationship will get a boost if you are romantic.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 19) -- Make your position clear if you don’t like what someone has to offer or is trying to do. Use your intelligence to make adjustments that will create distance from indulgent situations.

PISCES (Feb. 20-March 20) -- A last-minute change of plans someone makes shouldn’t be allowed to disrupt your day. Take charge and do what you set out to do. Romance is on the rise.

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- Take part in activities that excite you. Spending time with someone you enjoy being around will bring you closer together. Don’t let an unexpected change ruin your plans.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- Learn all you can about a place you want to travel to or a skill or qualification required to point you in a new and exciting direction. Romance and personal improvement are highlighted.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- Travel plans or visiting friends or relatives will be informative. Attend a reunion that offers insight into options you haven’t considered in the past. Opportunity is within reach.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- Look for an unusual opportunity. Taking part in something you’ve never done before will be gratifying, and encourage you to bring about positive lifestyle changes. Altering your living arrangements is favored.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- Don’t make a lot of noise over nothing. Initiating changes that aren’t necessary will leave you in a quandary when someone affected by your decisions questions what you are doing.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- Put your energy into bringing about positive change. Whether at home or with your peers or relatives, offer solutions that are solid and will benefit everyone involved. Expand your interests.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23) -- Spend more time at home with family, or make adjustments to your living arrangements that will help ease financial stress or concerns you have about your health and physical priorities.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 22) -- Too much on your plate will bog you down. Stick close to home and avoid conflicts while traveling or when dealing with relatives or friends who are difficult to get along with.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 23-Dec. 21) -- Rely on past experience for insight. Look over contracts or find a way to use your money more efficiently. Don’t trust anyone else to take care of your personal affairs.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- Get more out of life. Look for ways to improve your strength and stamina. Proper diet and exercise will make you feel and look your best. A change will do you good.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 19) -- Partnerships will need to be handled with care. If someone makes a fuss, try not to retaliate. Remaining calm and offering sound solutions will promise higher returns.

PISCES (Feb. 20-March 20) -- Offer your services and participate in community events that will shape the changes you’d like to see occur in your neighborhood. A romantic gesture is encouraged.